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Starting Treatment With a Psychologist

What are psychologists?

Psychologists are mental health professionals that provide psychotherapy services and diagnoses for their clients. They have more research-focused training than most therapists, as they are more medically educated and receive a more general education about therapeutic approaches and theory.

How do psychologists work?

Thriveworks psychologists in Boston, MA provide standard psychotherapy services, tailoring treatment to each client and their unique concerns. However, they can also provide diagnoses to clients when appropriate, something that therapists and counselors cannot do. Finally, in some states in the U.S., they are allowed to prescribe medication.

How long would I see a psychologist?

Psychological treatment at Thriveworks Boston is very individualized and specific to each client, which means that the duration of treatment is often varied depending on a client’s condition or disorder, the state of their symptoms, and their specific goals.

Need more help deciding?

Psychologists in Boston, MA—Work with a Psychologist

If you find yourself in a situation where you just don’t know what to do or how to get better, consider working with a psychologist at Thriveworks Boston. Truly, our psychologists, as well as our counselors, therapists, and life coaches care about your wellbeing. Not to mention, they have the skills, the tools, the training, and the experience to help you solve your challenges and live better. If you think that you could benefit from working with a mental health professional, give Thriveworks Boston a call at (617) 671-1264. In addition to in-office appointments, we offer online appointments as well.

What Do Psychologists Do? How Can They Help Me?

Psychologists possess doctoral degrees, which allow them to help their clients with a wide range of issues. In addition to mental illness, a psychologist can assist you if you’re experiencing relationship issues, difficult emotions like loneliness or low self-esteem, grief and loss, and more. We’ll dive into these items as well as a few other instances in which a psychologist can prove helpful:

  1. Relationship issues: The ugly truth is that relationships aren’t always easy—in fact, maintaining our relationships can be really hard especially when we encounter challenges like infidelity, trust issues, jealousy, and financial instability. Fortunately, a psychologist can help us to work through these challenges together and even strengthen our relationship in the process.
  2. Difficult emotions: In our relationships and outside of them, we experience difficult emotions like sadness, anger, regret, loneliness, low self-esteem and so on. Processing these emotions, understanding them, coping with them… all of this can prove challenging. If you find this to be true, a psychologist can help you master your emotions. While we often can’t control how we feel, we can change how we act on our emotions—and that makes a world of difference.
  3. Grief and loss: It doesn’t get much more challenging than losing a loved one. The grief process can be excruciating as you learn to accept the reality of your loss and live your life without the individual. Nobody is expected to manage this alone. If you have lost a beloved friend, family member, or pet, it’s important that you get plenty of support. A psychologist can provide you with that support and also guide you through your personal grief process.
  4. Other life challenges: We all experience unique challenges as we navigate life, from mental illness to relationship issues, difficult emotions, grief and loss, stress at work, parenting trouble, and so much more. In any case, a psychologist can provide you with the help, support, or guidance that you’re in search of.

The psychologists at Thriveworks Boston understand that your challenges are unique to you. They will work to understand your unique experiences and needs to then develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to best help you.

Schedule an Appointment with a Psychologist at Thriveworks Boston

You can schedule an appointment with one of our expert, caring psychologists right now. Just give our office a call at (617) 671-1264. A scheduling specialist will set you up with your psychologist, in an office or virtual setting. It’s up to you! Either way, your psychologist can help you address mental illness, relationship issues, difficult emotions, grief and loss, and other life challenges. We’re here to support you the entire way.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Boston therapists and counselors accept 23 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Harvard Pilgrim

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Self-pay costs at Boston
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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I love when I called I got a quick response and was set up with someone that fit what I needed the services for I was matched
Martha Apr 2025
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I've had the privilege of working with Kirsten Lowell at ThriveWorks, and I can truly say she is a one-of-a-kind therapist. As someone working in a demanding healthcare role, self-care isn't optional—it's essential. And for me, that means therapy.. . Kirsten has been an incredible guide on my mental health journey. Her unique ability to balance professionalism with genuine, heartfelt care is unmatched. She listens with empathy, speaks with insight, and creates a space that feels safe, supportive, and empowering. Her openness and authenticity have allowed me to be vulnerable, while her wisdom has helped me navigate life's complexities with more clarity and confidence.. . I've recommended many friends and colleagues to ThriveWorks because of Kirsten, and I proudly call her my 'talk doctor'—because with Kirsten, it's not just therapy, it's transformation. If you're looking for someone who truly sees you, supports you, and helps you grow, Kirsten Lowell is it!
Read more I've had the privilege of working with Kirsten Lowell at ThriveWorks, and I can truly say she is a one-of-a-kind therapist. As someone working in a demanding healthcare role, self-care isn't optional—it's essential. And for me, that means therapy.. . Kirsten has been an incredible guide on my mental health journey. Her unique ability to balance professionalism with genuine, heartfelt care is unmatched. She listens with empathy, speaks with insight, and creates a space that feels safe, supportive, and empowering. Her openness and authenticity have allowed me to be vulnerable, while her wisdom has helped me navigate life's complexities with more clarity and confidence.. . I've recommended many friends and colleagues to ThriveWorks because of Kirsten, and I proudly call her my 'talk doctor'—because with Kirsten, it's not just therapy, it's transformation. If you're looking for someone who truly sees you, supports you, and helps you grow, Kirsten Lowell is it!
Kara Apr 2025
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Kirsten personalizes my therapeutic experience to maximize growth and confidence.
Amanda Apr 2025
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I really enjoy working with Katie, she helps me work through the grief of losing my brother last year, and everything going on in the world this year.
Angela Apr 2025
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amanda kanter has been the best person to work with for the past few years!
Alyssa Apr 2025
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Helen Phoenix is exceptional!
Kristina Apr 2025
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I love my therapist. The thriveworks process made it so easy to switch to find my right fit and it was so easy/helpful.
Caitlin Apr 2025
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My therapist has taken the time to understand me. I am able to speak about myself openly without fear of judgement or not being heard. She also helps me discover my own values naturally and recognize the progress I've made despite any frustrations I experience along the way.
Read more My therapist has taken the time to understand me. I am able to speak about myself openly without fear of judgement or not being heard. She also helps me discover my own values naturally and recognize the progress I've made despite any frustrations I experience along the way.
Michael Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boston is located at the corner of Emerson Place and Blossom Street, inside the Emerson Place Apartments building. We are located on the opposite side of Route 3 from the Charles River and Lederman Park. Across the street, on the opposite side of Blossom Street, you will find the Mass General Hospital complex.

Phone number

(617) 397-3951

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Urdu
  • English
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