BlueCross BlueShield Therapists in Boston, MA
Ashley Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02103
I am dedicated to helping my clients build bridges to a healthier, happier life. Are you going through a big change? Life calls us into constant change. Whether planned and joyful or unexpected and grief filled: changes in relationships; parenting; or career - they take their toll on each of us. Healing through grieving, stretching, adjusting, and growing can be blocked when you feel overwhelming emotions, when you are fearful and avoidant of what is to come, and when you simply don't know how to move ahead. I listen to, support, and teach my clients to help reduce anxiety, depression, and stress that comes with life transitions.
I am dedicated to helping my clients build bridges to a healthier, happier life. Are you going through a big change? Life calls us into constant change. Whether planned and joyful or unexpected and grief filled: changes in relationships; parenting; or career - they take their toll on each of us. Healing through grieving, stretching, adjusting, and growing can be blocked when you feel overwhelming emotions, when you are fearful and avoidant of what is to come, and when you simply don't know how to move ahead. I listen to, support, and teach my clients to help reduce anxiety, depression, and stress that comes with life transitions.
William Ruhm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02130
Waitlist for new clients
I offer individual therapy to adults (18 and over) living in Massachusetts. I am currently seeing clients remotely over zoom, as well as in-person office-based and walking therapy. My therapy practice is trauma-informed, anti-racist, and welcoming of people of all gender and sexual identities.
I offer individual therapy to adults (18 and over) living in Massachusetts. I am currently seeing clients remotely over zoom, as well as in-person office-based and walking therapy. My therapy practice is trauma-informed, anti-racist, and welcoming of people of all gender and sexual identities.
Nircia Del Rosario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC I, CADC II
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02114
It is not easy to start therapy treatment. An ideal client is a person that, even through all the fears, doubts and questions, takes the first step to start treatment and gives a chance to explore a new technique to find better balance in their life. There could be setbacks in the process but the most important thing is to stay constant. The client is willing to work in their goals and implement skills learned in every session. Also, to ask questions needed, even if they feel afraid, in order to be able to communicate with their therapist in a honest way.
It is not easy to start therapy treatment. An ideal client is a person that, even through all the fears, doubts and questions, takes the first step to start treatment and gives a chance to explore a new technique to find better balance in their life. There could be setbacks in the process but the most important thing is to stay constant. The client is willing to work in their goals and implement skills learned in every session. Also, to ask questions needed, even if they feel afraid, in order to be able to communicate with their therapist in a honest way.
Kirsten Ann Garlington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, MEd, CISM
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101
Meet Kirsten, a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to guiding individuals and families on their path to healing and personal growth. With a background in Mobile Crisis Intervention, Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Outpatient, Detox, and CCS settings, Kirsten brings a wealth of expertise in managing anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, behavioral challenges, and navigating life transitions.
Meet Kirsten, a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to guiding individuals and families on their path to healing and personal growth. With a background in Mobile Crisis Intervention, Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Outpatient, Detox, and CCS settings, Kirsten brings a wealth of expertise in managing anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, behavioral challenges, and navigating life transitions.
Caroline Gojcz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02199 (Online Only)
I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker for Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker for Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Couples Center of the Pioneer Valley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMHC, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02120 (Online Only)
Relationship troubles? Looking for an excellent guide through times of great uncertainty? We are here to help! As a group practice in Massachusetts, specializing in couples work and individual therapy for heterosexual and queer folks, our team has a special focus on creating therapies for everyone experiencing relational challenges. Whether you are focusing on building communication, decision-making skills, or are needing affair recovery we're here to offer our expert guidance. Weekly sessions are available exclusively via Telehealth; mini-intensives and intensives are in person.
Relationship troubles? Looking for an excellent guide through times of great uncertainty? We are here to help! As a group practice in Massachusetts, specializing in couples work and individual therapy for heterosexual and queer folks, our team has a special focus on creating therapies for everyone experiencing relational challenges. Whether you are focusing on building communication, decision-making skills, or are needing affair recovery we're here to offer our expert guidance. Weekly sessions are available exclusively via Telehealth; mini-intensives and intensives are in person.
Jennie Lurie
Counselor, LMHC, C-DBT, RYT 200
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02109
Certified DBT therapist with training in trauma-informed therapeutic (and standard) yoga and Japanese Reiki.
Certified DBT therapist with training in trauma-informed therapeutic (and standard) yoga and Japanese Reiki.
Zach Rotfus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02215 (Online Only)
My orientation is focused on seeing an individual within the context of their family, their work, their community. I will be a compassionate listener. But therapy requires more than compassionate listening. To have effective therapy is to be challenged in the way we think, feel, and live. My clinical style is to find solutions while staying rooted in compassion and understanding. I specialize in working with college-age individuals and young professionals.
My orientation is focused on seeing an individual within the context of their family, their work, their community. I will be a compassionate listener. But therapy requires more than compassionate listening. To have effective therapy is to be challenged in the way we think, feel, and live. My clinical style is to find solutions while staying rooted in compassion and understanding. I specialize in working with college-age individuals and young professionals.
Thierry Guedj
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02119
Trained at Boston University and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Thierry Guedj skillfully guides senior executives, entrepreneurs and driven professionals through their toughest leadership, career, and relationship challenges. Many of Dr, Guedj's clients come to him with a combination of challenges such as high stress, unsatisfactory work/life balance, career uncertainty, or sleep issues. Thankfully, through expert confidential guidance, actionable steps and unwavering support, his clients make quick and measurable progress toward improving their life and career satisfaction. A complimentary 30-minute initial consultation is available.
Trained at Boston University and Harvard Medical School, Dr. Thierry Guedj skillfully guides senior executives, entrepreneurs and driven professionals through their toughest leadership, career, and relationship challenges. Many of Dr, Guedj's clients come to him with a combination of challenges such as high stress, unsatisfactory work/life balance, career uncertainty, or sleep issues. Thankfully, through expert confidential guidance, actionable steps and unwavering support, his clients make quick and measurable progress toward improving their life and career satisfaction. A complimentary 30-minute initial consultation is available.
Colleen Passetto; Berkshire Heart and Mind Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02135 (Online Only)
Are you or someone you know affected by Anxiety, Depression, Compassion fatigue or struggle with weight or health issues and looking for creative ways to cope and heal? I am a Licensed Therapist who provides online individual and group therapy for children and adults in Massachusetts. With experience I have personally, as a parent and as a therapist, I can help you or your child challenge negative thoughts, explore and use strengths to overcome the speed bumps life can throw at us. I look forward to connecting with you to see if we are a good fit. Please visit my website for more information.
Are you or someone you know affected by Anxiety, Depression, Compassion fatigue or struggle with weight or health issues and looking for creative ways to cope and heal? I am a Licensed Therapist who provides online individual and group therapy for children and adults in Massachusetts. With experience I have personally, as a parent and as a therapist, I can help you or your child challenge negative thoughts, explore and use strengths to overcome the speed bumps life can throw at us. I look forward to connecting with you to see if we are a good fit. Please visit my website for more information.
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Meron Girmaiy
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116
Dedicating time and attention to our own needs can feel overwhelming for so many of us. My goal is to support and challenge you as you jump into the journey of self-advocacy and compassion. I work alongside you as you come through the moments that feel endless, the emotions that feel confusing, and the thoughts that feel overpowering. Together, we can identify strategies to find clarity within your emotions.
Dedicating time and attention to our own needs can feel overwhelming for so many of us. My goal is to support and challenge you as you jump into the journey of self-advocacy and compassion. I work alongside you as you come through the moments that feel endless, the emotions that feel confusing, and the thoughts that feel overpowering. Together, we can identify strategies to find clarity within your emotions.
Amanda L Vaughan
Counselor, LCMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
I have over a decade of experience empowering individuals struggling with a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and past trauma. My counseling style is warm, nonjudgemental, and direct.
I have over a decade of experience empowering individuals struggling with a variety of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and past trauma. My counseling style is warm, nonjudgemental, and direct.
Dr. Jennifer D Brown
Psychologist, ATR-BC, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02131
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice and in the Waltham area. As a psychologist, art therapist, and an educator, I have devoted myself to helping others create meaningful, fulfilling lives. My approach is relational, psychodynamic, mindfulness-based and research informed. I am astute in understanding the clinical process that underly change and therapeutic components that promote healing. I believe in a collaborative therapeutic relationship, while supporting individual strengths and meeting specific needs of the person. I welcome clients from all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities and sexual orientations.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice and in the Waltham area. As a psychologist, art therapist, and an educator, I have devoted myself to helping others create meaningful, fulfilling lives. My approach is relational, psychodynamic, mindfulness-based and research informed. I am astute in understanding the clinical process that underly change and therapeutic components that promote healing. I believe in a collaborative therapeutic relationship, while supporting individual strengths and meeting specific needs of the person. I welcome clients from all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities and sexual orientations.
Hope Bresnahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
I work with clients who may be struggling with transitions related to adolescence or emerging (young) adulthood, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, LGBTQIA identity, and sexual assault trauma.
I work with clients who may be struggling with transitions related to adolescence or emerging (young) adulthood, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, LGBTQIA identity, and sexual assault trauma.
Sebastian Putzeys
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be complicated. Let’s work together to simplify it. You may say, “Easier said than done, Sebastian”. Agreed. Taking time out of your day to find someone to help you is already putting in the work. You have already committed to the process. Let’s see if I may be a good fit for you and your needs. Whether you have engaged in therapy before or this is your first time, I welcome you.
Life can be complicated. Let’s work together to simplify it. You may say, “Easier said than done, Sebastian”. Agreed. Taking time out of your day to find someone to help you is already putting in the work. You have already committed to the process. Let’s see if I may be a good fit for you and your needs. Whether you have engaged in therapy before or this is your first time, I welcome you.
Robin Weingarten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02108 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
With curiosity, compassion and creativity, I explore and honor your unique strengths, needs and challenges. Together, we'll develop your goals for change, and work toward them while building your capacity for both self-acceptance and growth. With a focus on understanding and transforming beliefs and behaviors to become more in alignment with your goals, I will guide you to develop a new relationship with your past, enhance your tools and resources to live more fully in the present, and increase your clarity and confidence to create the future you desire.
With curiosity, compassion and creativity, I explore and honor your unique strengths, needs and challenges. Together, we'll develop your goals for change, and work toward them while building your capacity for both self-acceptance and growth. With a focus on understanding and transforming beliefs and behaviors to become more in alignment with your goals, I will guide you to develop a new relationship with your past, enhance your tools and resources to live more fully in the present, and increase your clarity and confidence to create the future you desire.
Carmen Foti, LICSW- The Therapy Space LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02102 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I offer support for individuals wondering how to free themselves from limiting narratives; questioning the connection between past experiences and current patterns; processing grief from loss or major life change; seeking healing from intergenerational trauma. “Your coping behaviors show you what needs witnessing, caring for, and unburdening. If we can just approach them with curiosity and compassion, we might find what is underneath it all.” (Natalie Gutiérrez, LMFT) I offer an approach that leads with compassion and curiosity and support you to hold this for yourself.
I offer support for individuals wondering how to free themselves from limiting narratives; questioning the connection between past experiences and current patterns; processing grief from loss or major life change; seeking healing from intergenerational trauma. “Your coping behaviors show you what needs witnessing, caring for, and unburdening. If we can just approach them with curiosity and compassion, we might find what is underneath it all.” (Natalie Gutiérrez, LMFT) I offer an approach that leads with compassion and curiosity and support you to hold this for yourself.
Kate Schiffman
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CTMH
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
It can be difficult navigating the challenges that life throws at you and it is easy to get stuck in a negative cycle of thoughts, feelings and behaviors. With over a decade of experience, we will focus on what is right with you and not on what is wrong with you in order to help you benefit from hardships, identify solutions, increase your happiness and find a better sense of well-being and purpose. My specialty is in treating OCD, anxiety and phobias using Exposure Therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT and coping skills. I also enjoy incorporating my passion of art into my sessions through Expressive Therapy, focusing on visual arts.
It can be difficult navigating the challenges that life throws at you and it is easy to get stuck in a negative cycle of thoughts, feelings and behaviors. With over a decade of experience, we will focus on what is right with you and not on what is wrong with you in order to help you benefit from hardships, identify solutions, increase your happiness and find a better sense of well-being and purpose. My specialty is in treating OCD, anxiety and phobias using Exposure Therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT and coping skills. I also enjoy incorporating my passion of art into my sessions through Expressive Therapy, focusing on visual arts.
Jon St. Peter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02101
My practice is mainly grounded in psychodynamic, psychoanalytic and existential traditions, and I believe in the primary importance of the therapeutic alliance over manualized or brief therapies. Areas in which I have the greatest experience and insight include trauma, depression, anxiety, gender and LGBTQ affirmation issues, and explorations of personal meaningfulness and identity.
My practice is mainly grounded in psychodynamic, psychoanalytic and existential traditions, and I believe in the primary importance of the therapeutic alliance over manualized or brief therapies. Areas in which I have the greatest experience and insight include trauma, depression, anxiety, gender and LGBTQ affirmation issues, and explorations of personal meaningfulness and identity.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer benefit plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy