geometry-shapes iconLife Transition, Grief, Trauma / PTSD, Eating Disorder, Women’s Issues, Self Esteem
Online in Massachusetts
7 years in practice
Ages served: 18-64
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Esther accepts 31 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Carelon | Medicare Advantage
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Compsych
Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Mass General Brigham (Optum)
Medicare Massachusetts
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
Tufts Health Plan
Tufts Health Plan Medicare Advantage
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$240
first session
$195
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Esther

Esther Schwartz is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has over 7 years of experience working closely with teens, adults, and seniors who are faced with grief, anxiety depression, chronic stress, anger issues, dysfunctional relationships, family conflict, and much more. 

Esther attended Simmons University and received her Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work. Esther is passionate about helping people live a life full of authenticity and confidence; holding steadfast to the belief that all people deserve a safe and supportive place to feel heard, move through challenges, and develop insight. Throughout the therapeutic journey, Esther guides her clients in the process of identifying, embracing, and integrating new skills and self-understanding. She focuses her treatment on maintaining a collaborative, respectful, and mindful relationship with her clients.

Esther will work closely with you to achieve freedom, space, and objectivity from pain and suffering; central to her practice is the belief that each person has within them a profound and innate ability to heal. Esther uses a collaborative, evidence-based, holistic, and strengths-based approach to treatment. In doing so, she is able to guide her clients to achieve their clinical goals. Esther is also a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and brings this into her practice as an ally and advocate. Additionally, as a first-generation immigrant, she draws upon these experiences to inform compassionate, personalized, and culturally competent care.

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"As a queer-identified woman and first generation immigrant, I empathize with the experiences of those processing complex and nuanced issues, offering compassion and professional support"

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Get to know Esther

What types of clients do you work with best?

I work best with clients who are open to incorporating different treatment modalities to feel empowered an able to heal. 

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

I wish all clients knew they have the capacity to heal. 

What inspires you?

Authenticity is my greatest inspiration, when people are able to be their authentic selves they are able to shine. As Carl Jung once said, “The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” 

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

During our first session, you can expect to feel safe. I strive to create a space for my clients where they are respected and empowered. 

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

On my time off I enjoy being in the natural world with the people (and dogs) I love the most. I am a thalassophile (someone who is magnetically attracted to the ocean and the sea). 

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesLife Transition, Grief, Trauma / PTSD, Eating Disorder, Women’s Issues, Self Esteem, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Divorce, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Depression, Anxiety, Relationships, ADHD, Sex Therapy, Infidelity, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, LGBTQIA+
ApproachesStrength-Based Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Any / Eclectic, Attachment-Based, Relational, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, Feminist, Humanistic / Rogerian
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Education and training

Years in practice
7 years
Graduating institute
Simmons University
Graduating degree
Masters of Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1831664291
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State of practiceMA
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License numberLICSW127532
Practice location

Practice information

Book your first session

Individual Counseling
Esther is available for Video visits.
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Esther Schwartz

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)she/her