Care without the wait

133 licensed therapists & providers in Massachusetts. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage †

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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23,778 people sought child therapy help in Massachusetts in the last year

Discover how starting child therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Meet with a child/teen therapist as soon as this week

Attleboro, MA

I believe you are the expert on your experience and I am here to meet you where you are at and help you identify the strengths you...

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Worcester, MA

As a mental health clinician, I am here to help people develop into the best versions of themselves through their perspective....

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Quincy, MA

I provide a safe and compassionate space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported, drawing from an authentic understanding of...

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Quincy, MA

As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circ...

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Framingham, MA

As a Grief-informed Expressive Arts Therapist, I am passionate about co-creating a therapeutic relationship that best suits your i...

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Child therapy FAQs

What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks .

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in , MA have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in , MA is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Massachusetts accept 28 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • 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

  • 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 Massachusetts
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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Hannah is brilliant, sensitive, empathetic, enthusiastic, supremely competent and compassionate and in every way the most gifted and qualified therapist I’ve had the opportunity to to work with since I began treatment for anxiety, trauma and major depressive disorder over 60 years ago.
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Riley Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Pamela is really listening to me, and giving me great feedback.
Tiffany Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Helen is a wonderful, thoughtful listener who offers positive feedback and a path to help improve my anxiety induced limitations.
Claudia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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The therapist i talk with is amazing I think we clicked!! I look forward to talking with her more!
Ariana Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Jennifer is friendly and attentive. I really appreciate her!
Esperanza Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I very much appreciate the humanity aspect. The actual care for the person and not just prescribing meds and upping doses. The last couple weeks have been difficult in my home life, so we made the decision to not increase any meds until that stabilizes as to not overdo it and have unintended consequences.
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Claudia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Thriveworks overall has been very easy to use and when I wanted to switch therapists. It was very painless.
Alexander Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Im happy that I can talk to someone and not dump my issues in family. Thank you.
Ruby Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Being heard and understood
Jessica Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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The ease of being virtual fits my schedule well.
Alice Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Very friendly felt comfortable
Daniela Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Easy to get appointments. Communication is great. Cherly is awesome
Layla Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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She is genuinely a caring person. She treats me like a real person and is so kind. She is compassionate and listens to me and is very supportive and smart. I look forward to seeing her every week. I really appreciate her and all she for me.
Ebony Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Provider was personable, active listener, didn’t make me feel judged or misunderstood
Haruko Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Compassionate Care
Emi Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Working with my provider has been so easy and convenient. She is attentive and honest, and makes me think critically about what is going on in my life when needed. I thought I would have trouble connecting with someone via telemedicine and that has not been the case at all.
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Aubrey Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I felt heard
Adam Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Daniela is amazing. I feel more comfortable talking to her than the majority of friends and family. She is so compassionate, understanding and funny too! I appreciate her beyond words!
Camila Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I really feel safe speaking with Cara-Leigh about anything. What a wonderful compassionate human being.
Marisol Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My therapist has been so helpful. She is supportive, helped me with strategies, and is so easy to talk to…
Alicia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Phone number

(617) 744-3679
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Languages spoken by MA providers

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  • Hindi
  • Arabic
  • Filipino
  • Farsi
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Greek
  • French
  • Persian
  • Mandarin
  • Portuguese
  • Creole
  • Cantonese
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Support Hours

Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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