geometry-shapes iconCoping Skills, Sleep / Insomnia, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Divorce, Women’s Issues, Sex Therapy, Parenting
Online in MA
20 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Kate accepts 25 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)
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Compsych
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Harvard Pilgrim
JP Farley Corporation
Mass General Brigham (Optum)
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Quest Behavioral Health
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
WellSense Qualified Health Plan | Commercial
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 Kate

I’m Kate Hutchens, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience supporting adults through emotional growth and life transitions. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, relationships, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum, parenting, special needs parenting, women’s issues, sexuality, and identity exploration. I am a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional and provide affirming care for individuals of all identities, including LGBTQIA+ clients. My warm, collaborative approach helps clients deepen self-understanding, build on their strengths, and create meaningful change.

I use an integrative, evidence-informed approach rooted in person-centered therapy, ACT, mindfulness, and feminist and humanistic frameworks. My style is warm, collaborative, direct, and flexible, helping clients deepen self-understanding, build on their strengths, shift patterns, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Therapy with me is a warm, collaborative process where we explore what feels stuck, understand patterns, and build on your existing strengths to create meaningful change. You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I would be honored to support you in your journey toward greater self-understanding, healing, and growth.

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"As a therapist, I offer a warm and supportive space where clients feel empowered to grow, heal, and thrive. "

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Get to know Kate

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I was drawn to becoming a therapist through a deep curiosity about the human experience and a belief in each person’s capacity for healing, growth, and connection. I believe our stories, relationships, and lived experiences shape who we are, and I feel honored to walk alongside clients as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions. This work allows me to combine compassion, curiosity, and evidence-informed tools to help clients reconnect with their strengths, deepen self-understanding, and create meaningful change.

What types of clients do you work best with?

I work best with adults who are seeking a collaborative, affirming space to better understand themselves, explore patterns, and create meaningful change. Many of my clients are navigating anxiety, grief, ADHD, life transitions, relationships, sexuality, identity development, or the impact of major life experiences. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ clients and those looking for a strengths-based, client-centered approach that honors their unique story while supporting growth and healing.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

I believe therapy is a collaborative process grounded in trust, curiosity, and respect for each person’s unique story. I take time to understand your experiences, goals, values, and strengths, while tailoring an integrative, evidence-informed approach to meet your individual needs. Whether we focus on exploration, practical tools, or building new skills, we will work together at a pace that feels right for you, adapting as you grow and evolve.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

Healing isn’t about having everything figured out, it’s about being willing to show up honestly and stay curious about yourself. Real change often comes from small, consistent shifts rather than big breakthroughs. Therapy works best as a collaborative process, where you don’t have to do it alone.

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

My experiences as a lesbian woman, parent, and someone who has navigated significant life challenges have shaped my belief in the importance of authenticity, resilience, and being truly seen and understood. I approach therapy from a client-centered, strengths-based perspective, believing that each person is the expert on their own life and already possesses many of the strengths needed for healing and growth.

I strive to practice from a decolonizing and liberation-oriented framework and am continually learning and examining my own positionality and privilege. My goal is to create an affirming, collaborative space where clients feel empowered to explore their experiences and move toward meaningful change.

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesCoping Skills, Sleep / Insomnia, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Divorce, Women’s Issues, Sex Therapy, Parenting, Spirituality, Social Anxiety, Self Esteem, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery, Grief, Codependency, LGBTQIA+, Peer Relationships, Neurodiversity, Infertility, Gender Identity / Transgender, Chronic Illness/Pain, Career Counseling, Adoption
ApproachesIntegrative, Strength-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Humanistic / Rogerian, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Any / Eclectic, Relational, Feminist
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Education and training

Years in practice
20 years
Graduating institute
Boston University
Graduating degree
Master of Social Work
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1326228834
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Licensed in
MA
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Practice information

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Individual Counseling
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Kate Hutchens

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)she/her