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Starting Internet addiction counseling in Westborough

What is internet addiction counseling?

Internet addiction counseling is a specialized therapeutic approach designed to address and alleviate problematic or compulsive internet usage. It offers individuals a structured and supportive setting to delve into the root causes of their excessive online behaviors, which may encompass activities like social media and gaming.

How does internet addiction counseling work?

Internet addiction therapists at Thriveworks in Westborough, MA collaborate with you to identify and alter thought patterns and behaviors that drive your dependence, often employing cognitive behavioral techniques. The primary objective of this counseling is to assist you in regaining control over your internet use, establishing healthier online habits, and addressing any underlying emotional or psychological issues, ultimately fostering a more balanced relationship with the digital world and enhancing overall well-being.

Is internet addiction counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks internet addiction counseling in Westborough is conducted both in person and virtually through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does internet addiction counseling last?

The length of internet addiction counseling can differ depending on the person’s particular requirements and the seriousness of their addiction. Typically, this form of counseling includes multiple sessions spanning from several weeks to several months. The precise number of sessions and overall therapy duration are determined through discussions with the counselor.

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Therapy in Westborough, MA for Internet Addiction

For some people, a technology detox is a welcomed thought, and they can unplug without a problem. However, others have difficulty. They may mindlessly reach for their phone, lose track of how long they are online, or even take risks that put themselves in danger online. Compulsive Internet shares many characteristics with other behavioral addictions—like gambling or shopping. Just like other compulsions, Internet addiction has effective treatments.

More and more, Thriveworks Counseling in Westborough Internet Addiction Therapists are seeing clients who are addicted to the Internet, but our therapists understand what it takes to re-establish balance and control in an individual’s life. Many people are found the help they needed for their compulsive Internet use by working with a therapist at Thriveworks Westborough.

Internet Addiction and Compulsion

When people display a minimum of five of the following, they may be addicted to the Internet:

  1. Escalating the amount of time one spends online or the risks one takes online in order to feel content.
  2. Being obsessed with the Internet—thinking about it constantly, even when not online.
  3. Losing control and spending more time online than one planned or wanted to spend.
  4. Difficulty stopping or limiting how much one is online or what one does online.
  5. Lying to loved ones about one’s Internet use.
  6. Jeopardizing one’s personal or professional life in order to be online or do certain things online.
  7. Self-medicating with the Internet—using it to regulate one’s mood and difficult emotions.
  8. Feeling irritable, moody, or depressed with unable to go online.

Internet addiction can manifest in a number of ways, such as…

  • Cybersex addiction: Losing control over how much one uses the Internet for sex and/or porn.
  • Net compulsions: Using the Internet to gamble, shop, or day-trade compulsively.
  • Computer addiction: Playing video games on the Internet obsessively.
  • Information addiction: Endlessly scrolling through websites, databases, or social media.
  • Cyber-relationship addiction: Compulsive and controlling online relationships.

Internet Addiction’s Physical and Emotional Toll

What happens online can take a toll in an individual’s real life. Just as other addictions can extract a severe toll in an individual’s life, so can Internet addiction.

Physically, compulsive Internet use can cause poor personal hygiene, weight gain or loss, insomnia, and neck pain, among other issues. Emotionally, compulsive Internet use can cause depression, loneliness, isolation, and more.

Reaching Out for Help at Thriveworks in Westborough for Compulsive Internet Use

If you are ready to work with a mental health professional, know that Thriveworks in Westborough is ready to meet with you. We have appointments available for Internet addiction. When you contact our office, your first appointment may be within the same week. We work with many different insurance companies, and we offer weekend and evening sessions. Let’s work together. Call today.

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 Westborough accept 29 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

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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I have been with Joan for years! This says it all about the way you embrace yr patients. Thank you
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Fast, thorough, professional and kind relating to all matters including my clinician, the clerical staff amd even the on line reminders, sign up features, and all matters pertaining to insurance coverage and payments.
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Ayala has changed my life she is such an amazing person and a safe place to open up to I am so grateful to have her as my therapist and support.
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I really appreciate my therapist and the ease of use with Thriveworks. I am happy with Thriveworks thus far and feel fortunate to have found my provider.
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Ken Burke has been extremely helpful with CBT and ERP therapy for my OCD. He makes me feel comfortable and heard. Highly recommend him!
Jade Sep 2025
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The format and virtual appointments are great.
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Westborough is located at 5 E Main St Suite 3, Westborough, MA 01581, in the same building as Berkshire Bank.

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(774) 252-7733

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