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4,973 people sought cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) help in Massachusetts in the last year

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118  therapists available in  Massachusetts

Boston

I understand that life can bring unexpected challenges, and I’m here to offer a safe, supportive space where you can begin to heal...

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Quincy

As a man of color from a diverse cultural background, I understand the need to provide culturally appropriate care for patients an...

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Cambridge

As a Black Haitian-American woman, I understand what it means to be different, among many other things....

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Attleboro

As an experienced therapist, I am passionate about helping people and focusing on achieving their goals, and I am excited to learn...

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Boston

As a bi-cultural Black woman, I am committed to providing intentional and culturally responsive work....

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Worcester

Jeffrey White is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years of experience providing empathic listening a...

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Worcester

As a daughter, sister, mom, and wife, I understand the complex and unique issues that happen throughout all walks of life....

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Westborough

The world can feel very loud and overwhelming, and I am here to help guide you through the difficult times that life can bring and...

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Boston

Life can present challenges that take us by surprise and sometimes we just need a little help....

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Westborough

I am an open minded and flexible clinician who doesn't back down from a challenge....

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Attleboro

Healing is not for the faint of heart, but a winding road rather than a destination....

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Newton

As a clinician, I understand that building therapeutic rapport is an essential step in addressing your mental health needs and hel...

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Salem

Stephen Medina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience providing care to children, adolescents,...

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Boston

Amanda is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts and LCSW in North Carolina. She earned her Masters in Soc...

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Quincy

Kelsey Quinn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has been working in the mental health field for 10 years collaborati...

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Framingham

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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Attleboro

As a social worker, I understand how challenging life stressors can be and the impact it can have on overall happiness, I want to ...

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Leominster

Meghan Kelley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Meg has expe...

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Worcester

As a dedicated Clinician, I am here to help overwhelming feelings not to detour us from our true authentic selves....

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Westborough

As a woman who has worked with both typical and atypical children for most of my life, I understand how to create a safe, fun, and...

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Quincy

I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, and I work to tailor treatment approaches to meet individual needs ...

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Newton

As an African American male, I understand the unique challenges associated with engaging with a mental health professional. Throug...

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Leominster

I am compassionate and committed to helping people enhance their well-being....

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Framingham

Cheers to you for reaching out and prioritizing your mental health, overall wellness, and happiness! This is not always an easy st...

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Lexington

As a multi-cultural counselor, I recognize the importance of respecting cultural, sexual, and gender diversity....

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Framingham

I know how important it is to feel truly seen and supported, and I'd be honored to walk with you as you work toward healing, growt...

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Cambridge

I believe there is true beauty in helping others become the best version of themselves; however, to allow that to happen, I must f...

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Newton

Peter Camden is a Licensed Individual and Family Therapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in the state of Massachusetts and Rho...

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Cambridge

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key to your success in therapy, where you ca...

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Quincy

As someone who views mental health as essential to well-being and self-care, I understand the challenges of navigating through thi...

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Boston

As a military veteran, I understand the corrosive nature of trauma and the unique obstacles that living with trauma-related sympto...

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Boston

As a woman of color and a mom myself, I understand the issues our different communities are presented with on a daily basis with ...

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Worcester

As a former member of a special operations military unit, I understand and can empathize with directly- and indirectly-related iss...

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Framingham

As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying...

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Cambridge

As a USAF veteran and psychotherapist, I bring both compassion and resilience to our work together, and I'm here to walk beside yo...

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Salem

I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, meeting them where they are and utilizing strengths to explore solutions....

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Salem

As a therapist, wife, mother, and professional, I understand the complexities of balancing multiple roles and am committed to help...

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Quincy

As a woman in long-term recovery, a parent in a same-sex committed relationship who went through years of infertility and has four...

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Cambridge

As a straight cis-gendered white male, I have tried to build my cultural competence and sexual/gender understanding to advocate an...

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Attleboro

As an empathetic individual it is Tiffany's passion to help people of all kinds through therapeutic skill, technique and cultural ...

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Cambridge

Cody Doucette is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychological Services. He has a pass...

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Boston

Having spent over a decade in the U.S. as an immigrant from China, I understand the unique challenges faced by those with multicul...

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Somerville

As a clinician with experience in outpatient clinics and other community-based settings, I have developed the ability to meet and ...

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Cambridge

As a man of color who has lived in this country for more than 24 years, I can understand people through multiple perspectives....

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Cambridge

I like to focus on a fun way to get to the root of the diagnosis in a judgment-free zone!...

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Boston

Life can be stressful, busy, and sometimes overwhelming, and I love helping people find their path forward....

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Newton

I have a wide range of experience with behavioral health disorders that include bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood ...

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Cambridge

I’ve had the privilege of working in a wide range of mental health settings, from substance abuse treatment facilities to crisis s...

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Worcester

In consideration of a work-life balance, my work is very meaningful to me. I am culturally competent, evidence-based and think abo...

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Framingham

Lena Nganga is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 15 years of experience assisting teens, adults...

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Framingham

As a psychoanalyst, I use a client-centered, holistic approach that prioritizes the human being beyond the diagnosis, and connects...

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Cambridge

As a queer-identified woman and mother, I understand the unique issues we are facing as a community in these trying times....

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Framingham

As a compassionate therapist with diverse experience in clinical psychology, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challeng...

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Lexington

I believe that healing is a journey of self-awareness and a remembrance of the inherent worth and completeness that is our birthri...

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Watertown

I seek to empower you with tools to transform your thinking and open yourself to new perspectives....

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Cambridge

Engaging in therapy is an act of courage and self-love. As a therapist I am committed to helping my clients build on this momentum...

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Quincy

Caring and creative licensed professional with over 16 years' experience in education, mental health, and healthcare sectors, brin...

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Boston

Azizi Carle is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the states of Massachusetts and Texas who has over 10 years’ exp...

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Leominster

Ashley Kitchen-Sweet is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 8 years of specialized experience in guiding adults through d...

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Cambridge

Having spent time in substance use treatment and partial hospitalization programs, I have experience working with clients to figur...

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Leominster

I understand the importance of finding the courage to raise your voice, to speak your truth, to walk in hope....

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Cambridge

I seek to understand the complexities of what it means to be human in a rapidly changing environment....

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Leominster

I offer mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to deepen self-awareness as a means of healing....

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Worcester

As a young woman, I understand the challenges that academic, work, and family stress can present....

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Leominster

As a South Asian immigrant and female therapist, I deeply understand the unique challenges and pervasive impacts of racial and gen...

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Leominster

As a trauma-informed clinician and mother, I understand how complex and deeply personal the journey toward healing can be....

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Boston

As a passionate clinician, navigating the challenging experience of life, I look forward to meeting with you as we embark on a jou...

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Leominster

I work to make sure that my clients feel empowered and not stigmatized by any mental health issues that they are experiencing....

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Leominster

As a person who lives with chronic pain, I understand the connection between the mind and body in a unique way....

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Quincy

It takes a lot of strength for individuals to engage in counseling, and I understand the importance of building trust and rapport ...

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Boston

I will create a secured atmosphere where clients will feel appreciated and will obtain the highest quality of care while working t...

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Lexington

I am grateful for the long life I’ve lived so far and hopeful for many more years. Through clients and coworkers, I’ve learned tha...

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Lexington

I believe everyone deserves respect and dignity as it takes courage to seek professional help and implement change, and I utilize ...

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Leominster

My professional and personal experience allow me to understand the complexities of being human....

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Quincy

As someone who has worked with children for over 17 years in a variety of settings and now have become a mother more recently I ha...

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Newton

Starting therapy is a leap of faith— it means trusting someone to be there at vulnerable moments....

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Cambridge

I'm here to listen, help you reflect, and strategize for new insights and healthy changes....

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Lexington

As a young woman who has allowed self-esteem, confidence, and anxiety to get in the way of life, I understand how difficult it can...

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Cambridge

I hope to create an expressive and creative space for all walks of life by learning from one another, building a relationship, and...

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Salem

I am dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings....

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Worcester

I take a person-centered approach to therapy and work with clients to resolve life issues, cope with stressors, meet their goals, ...

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Westborough

I'll help you process, organize, and clarify your values and priorities to make choices and decisions that will help you accomplis...

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Boston

As a woman of color, I understand the importance of intersectionality and cultural competence and their impact on mental health....

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Attleboro

Asking for help can be overwhelming, but confronting choices on a daily basis can become easier with the right support system in p...

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Leominster

We all have unique stressors, and finding ways to connect with others and harness our creativity can be challenging. Angela will ...

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Salem

As a long-term career therapist, I have a passion for my work and feel privileged to work with those who share their heartfelt cha...

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Cambridge

As a human being, I understand the myriad of psychiatric, psychological, and mental health problems that humans face throughout th...

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Brookline

Christopher Andrew is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience partnering with adolescents and youn...

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Leominster

Talking has a curative quality. It allows us to gain access to thoughts and feelings we could have been previously unaware of....

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Newton

I am a therapist passionate about creating a safe, understanding, non-judgmental space where we can work together to explore and n...

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Boston

I am committed to helping individuals overcome any barriers to optimum mental health and reaching their goals in treatment. I have...

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Watertown

Hello there! Starting something new can be scary, but with some teamwork and collaboration we can accomplish some amazing things....

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Attleboro

As a bicultural and trilingual woman and mother, I understand issues of culture and ethnicity, as well as parenting....

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Worcester

Jason Czernich is a person-centered, trauma-informed, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker(LICSW) with more than 11 years o...

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Quincy

I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. ...

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Newton

I am dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment so that every client can have a place to feel accepted, respected, and...

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Somerville

I enjoy helping others learn how to better cope with anxiety and life stressors....

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Worcester

As someone who values the story that each person holds, I will never take for granted the trust it takes to open up and share the ...

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Cambridge

Alex Newman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of counseling experience in community-based services. Al...

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Boston

As a lesbian-identified woman of color, I understand the unique issue of identity exploration....

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Lexington

Pinelopi Dovinos is a psychotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Social Work and Certification in Gender and sexuality (queer stu...

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Worcester

The core values that guide our work together will be rooted in empathic understanding, validation, and the creative use of evidenc...

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Brookline

As a Psychotherapist with 10+ years of clinical experience, I have been able to witness the impressive transformation folks have b...

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Attleboro

As a Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in the treatment of trauma and mood related disorders, I understand the deep imp...

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Westborough

I strive to create a non-judgemental and compassionate therapeutic relationship to help you navigate through life’s challenges....

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Attleboro

As a second-generation Asian woman of color, I have the insight and compassion of feeling different and empowering self-esteem to ...

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Cambridge

Margaret Oloyede is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with 8 years of experience treating adults who are struggling to ...

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Attleboro

I look forward to holding a safe space for clients to explore their current challenges....

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Framingham

As a biracial, multi-cultured woman, I understand the unique issues of people from varying cultures, backgrounds, classes, and env...

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Cambridge

As a Dialectical Behavior Therapist, I believe people have the ability to learn from, resolve, and ultimately thrive in response t...

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Watertown

Sophia Sadiki is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 4 years of experience providing therapeutic care to ad...

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Lexington

Like you, I hold many identities (i.e. queer, neurodivergent, female, etc) and I recognize that each of your unique identities is ...

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Boston

As a gay cisgender bicultural man of color, I understand the unique challenges of identity exploration and intersectionality....

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Cambridge

Once you take the first step of coming to therapy, my goal is that you leave each session with something tangible to practice or u...

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Boston

As a clinical psychologist trained as a generalist with over 20+ years of experience and specialty training in treating anxiety, d...

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Boston

Amanda Wayne is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has had the great fortune to work with clients of all ages, ethn...

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Cambridge

As a nurse who has been practicing nursing for over 20 years and a Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Educator (of 10 years as well) wor...

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Starting Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

At Thriveworks, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely recognized and evidence-based form of psychotherapy or talk therapy. It focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors that can contribute to various mental health issues or challenges that people are struggling with.

What does a cognitive behavioral therapist do?

Cognitive behavioral therapists specialize in Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and can help you to identify and comprehend your thought patterns, which often encompass automatic negative thoughts, cognitive distortions, and self-defeating beliefs. Once these negative thought patterns are pinpointed, cognitive behavioral therapists aim to challenge and replace them with the objective of fostering more constructive and logical thinking. In addition, these therapists place significant emphasis on implementing positive behavioral changes based on the newly established, healthier thought patterns.

What is CBT best for?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is particularly effective for addressing conditions like anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. It focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors, making it well-suited for issues related to distorted thinking and emotional regulation.

How much does a CBT session 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.

What is the success rate of CBT?

The success rate of CBT varies depending on the intentions of the client and their condition(s).

What is better: CBT or DBT?

The selection between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is based on an individual’s unique needs and challenges. CBT is commonly chosen for addressing conditions such as anxiety and depression, whereas DBT is especially beneficial for individuals dealing with borderline personality disorder, emotional regulation issues, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships.

Is CBT conducted in person or online?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with our Thriveworks therapists in , MA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many sessions is CBT?

Generally, CBT is considered a short-term therapy, typically lasting for about 12 to 20 weekly sessions. In some cases, it might extend to around 16 to 20 sessions for more complex issues.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Massachusetts accept 24 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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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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Donna has been my lifeline for 6 years. She challenges me to think bigger and give myself grace. Donna has never missed an appointment and checks in with me when she doesn't have to. I've pushed myself to do things out of my comfort zone because of her and the results have been unmeasurable. Never once have I felt judged and she gives her full and undivided attention. I cannot say enough about her and I could not be more grateful that I found her.
Read more Donna has been my lifeline for 6 years. She challenges me to think bigger and give myself grace. Donna has never missed an appointment and checks in with me when she doesn't have to. I've pushed myself to do things out of my comfort zone because of her and the results have been unmeasurable. Never once have I felt judged and she gives her full and undivided attention. I cannot say enough about her and I could not be more grateful that I found her.
Lindsey May 2025
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Jarrod Apr 2025
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The therapist asked thoughtful questions and her responses were thoughtful and professional. It showed her understanding of mental health issues
Sharon Apr 2025
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Dr. Martin Hill has been incredibly understanding, helpful and walking me through the struggles I have been facing.
Tara Apr 2025
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Tim is an awesome listener! He remembers conversations that we've had and will bring them up as a gage to of the progress I've made. I would recommend him to anyone who is considering therapy!
Mikelyn Apr 2025
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She listened to me. The first time we met she asked me all sorts of questions and then sat back and let me talk. She was THE FIRST to really listen and diagnose me. Once I had the diagnosis, my best friend and I said finally. I'm now on medication and feel like I'm functioning fully for the first time in years.
Read more She listened to me. The first time we met she asked me all sorts of questions and then sat back and let me talk. She was THE FIRST to really listen and diagnose me. Once I had the diagnosis, my best friend and I said finally. I'm now on medication and feel like I'm functioning fully for the first time in years.
Nicole Apr 2025
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Carmen Apr 2025
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I have a marriage counselor and individual counselor and I think they are both great at what they do and are extremely helpful.
Carissa Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Phone number

(617) 744-3679

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Hindi
  • Portuguese
  • Greek
  • Urdu
  • Gujarati
  • Arabic
  • Cantonese
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Creole
  • French
  • Japanese
  • Mandarin
  • Farsi

Support Hours

Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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