Medical / Health Issues, Men’s Issues, Women’s Issues, Addiction, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness/Pain

In Person & Online in Quincy, MA

33 years in practice

Ages served: 18-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Judith accepts 30 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

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 Judith

Judy Ward is a Licenced Mental Health Clinician (LMHC) with over 30 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. She is passionate about helping adults address their unique challenges and begin the journey to a healthy and fulfilling life. Judy specializes in substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and major life transitions.

Judy completed her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology at Bridgewater State University. Judy utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and solutions-focused therapy (SFT). She has developed excellent listening skills which enables her to provide the guidance and support her clients need.

We all have challenges we would like to work through in order to make our lives better. Judy is confident that if you are willing to do the work, she will be able to support and guide you. If you are looking to make changes and want professional guidance, schedule an appointment with her today.

"With so many years working in the mental health and substance abuse fields, I understand the needs of my clients and can help them create achievable goals."

Get to know Judith

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

While in college I really enjoyed my psychology classes and all the different components of how the mind works.

What types of clients do you work with best?

I enjoy working with all types of clients.

What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

Any client that wants to make changes in their life.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

Making changes can be hard at first.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I like their philosophy to meet the needs of clients.

What inspires you?

Watching someone going through a tough situation and not giving up.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

Someone who is willing to listen and develop a plan that meets their needs.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

To develop a rapport so they would want to continue treatment.

What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

I am non-judgemental and a very good listener.

What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

I look for the best in people.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesMedical / Health Issues, Men’s Issues, Women’s Issues, Addiction, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness/Pain, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress

ApproachesAny / Eclectic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy