Therapists in Boston, MA
Life at full speed—whether in your career, your relationships, or your family—can be exhilarating, but also overwhelming. I specialize in helping high-achieving individuals, couples, and families untangle the complexities of success, ambition, and connection. In therapy, we create a focused, grounded space where you can examine your internal narrative with honesty and depth. Together, we revise that story—transforming patterns that no longer serve you and strengthening your relationships with the people, places, and goals that matter most.
Life at full speed—whether in your career, your relationships, or your family—can be exhilarating, but also overwhelming. I specialize in helping high-achieving individuals, couples, and families untangle the complexities of success, ambition, and connection. In therapy, we create a focused, grounded space where you can examine your internal narrative with honesty and depth. Together, we revise that story—transforming patterns that no longer serve you and strengthening your relationships with the people, places, and goals that matter most.
Psychologist Carl Rogers said, “In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would phrase the question in this way: How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for his own personal growth?” My clinical approach is to provide a therapeutic connection that helps clients acknowledge, bear, and put into perspective all the struggles, messiness, small delights, bliss and everything in between that we experience as part of the human condition. Therapy is an opportunity to delve into that quarrel with the self.
Psychologist Carl Rogers said, “In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would phrase the question in this way: How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for his own personal growth?” My clinical approach is to provide a therapeutic connection that helps clients acknowledge, bear, and put into perspective all the struggles, messiness, small delights, bliss and everything in between that we experience as part of the human condition. Therapy is an opportunity to delve into that quarrel with the self.
I support teens and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and major life changes. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in real-life strategies. We’ll look at what’s working, what’s not, and how to build routines, boundaries, and coping skills that help you feel more balanced and in control. Therapy with me is supportive, practical, and focused on meaningful change.
I support teens and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and major life changes. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in real-life strategies. We’ll look at what’s working, what’s not, and how to build routines, boundaries, and coping skills that help you feel more balanced and in control. Therapy with me is supportive, practical, and focused on meaningful change.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
Have you been struggling with anxiety after experiencing racism in the work or academic setting? Are you battling bouts of depression related to experiences of being a Black woman? Racial trauma has been found have a tremendous impact on the livelihood of Black women, especially within a professional setting. Let us work together to release shame blame and guilt so that you can start your healing journey. Now might be the time to schedule a session so that you can finally put yourself first.
Have you been struggling with anxiety after experiencing racism in the work or academic setting? Are you battling bouts of depression related to experiences of being a Black woman? Racial trauma has been found have a tremendous impact on the livelihood of Black women, especially within a professional setting. Let us work together to release shame blame and guilt so that you can start your healing journey. Now might be the time to schedule a session so that you can finally put yourself first.
You're not broken — you're overwhelmed. Anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, or past trauma can make it feel impossible to move forward. Whether this hit you suddenly or built up over time, you deserve real support. We'll start by making sense of what's happening, then set clear goals together. My goal is to help you stop just surviving — and start building a stronger, kinder relationship with yourself, one that can carry you through life's challenges.
You're not broken — you're overwhelmed. Anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, or past trauma can make it feel impossible to move forward. Whether this hit you suddenly or built up over time, you deserve real support. We'll start by making sense of what's happening, then set clear goals together. My goal is to help you stop just surviving — and start building a stronger, kinder relationship with yourself, one that can carry you through life's challenges.
So often, we can identify the challenges we are experiencing, but we have difficulty processing and understanding them alone. It is my goal to compassionately collaborate with you as we bring greater awareness and acceptance to present moment thoughts, feelings and body sensations. It is through this awareness and increased mind-body connection that we are able to allow, explore and process these difficult experiences. I specialize working with adults of all backgrounds and identities experiencing difficulty with anxiety, stress, burnout, adjustment, medical issues, professional transitions and development.
So often, we can identify the challenges we are experiencing, but we have difficulty processing and understanding them alone. It is my goal to compassionately collaborate with you as we bring greater awareness and acceptance to present moment thoughts, feelings and body sensations. It is through this awareness and increased mind-body connection that we are able to allow, explore and process these difficult experiences. I specialize working with adults of all backgrounds and identities experiencing difficulty with anxiety, stress, burnout, adjustment, medical issues, professional transitions and development.
My name is Noelia Gonzalez and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Boston, MA and working with clients statewide via tele-health. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use I use a mix of Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients reach their full potential, make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Noelia Gonzalez and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Boston, MA and working with clients statewide via tele-health. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I most frequently use I use a mix of Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients reach their full potential, make progress and start feeling better.
I am Carol Massoud-Leroy, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts with over 20 years of experience working with adults and couples. I specialize in helping clients navigate issues such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse, bereavement, stress management, and women’s issues.
I am Carol Massoud-Leroy, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts with over 20 years of experience working with adults and couples. I specialize in helping clients navigate issues such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse, bereavement, stress management, and women’s issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience supporting clients across diverse settings, including acute psychiatric units, outpatient care, and geriatric populations. I have extensive experience providing individual therapy to children, teens, and adults, helping them navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, anger management, and life transitions. I approach each client as a unique individual, drawing on empathy, compassion, and cultural competence to foster healing and growth.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience supporting clients across diverse settings, including acute psychiatric units, outpatient care, and geriatric populations. I have extensive experience providing individual therapy to children, teens, and adults, helping them navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, anger management, and life transitions. I approach each client as a unique individual, drawing on empathy, compassion, and cultural competence to foster healing and growth.
Life pulls us in a lot of different directions, and it can be exhausting. Yet beneath this is a quiet invitation. An invitation to slow down. To reconnect. To breathe deeply and remember who you are. To let your feet find the ground again. And your heart find rest. It's not about fixing everything all at once. It’s about turning gently toward yourself, with curiosity and compassion, and asking: What do I need right now? What is my body telling me? What is my heart longing for? I'd love to help.
Life pulls us in a lot of different directions, and it can be exhausting. Yet beneath this is a quiet invitation. An invitation to slow down. To reconnect. To breathe deeply and remember who you are. To let your feet find the ground again. And your heart find rest. It's not about fixing everything all at once. It’s about turning gently toward yourself, with curiosity and compassion, and asking: What do I need right now? What is my body telling me? What is my heart longing for? I'd love to help.
Welcome! Thank you for visiting my profile. I admire you for considering outpatient therapy. Beginning this journey is no easy commitment, and reaching out for support takes strength and self-awareness. Whether you're here for yourself, your relationship, or a loved one, you've taken an important first step toward healing and growth.
Welcome! Thank you for visiting my profile. I admire you for considering outpatient therapy. Beginning this journey is no easy commitment, and reaching out for support takes strength and self-awareness. Whether you're here for yourself, your relationship, or a loved one, you've taken an important first step toward healing and growth.
You are capable, driven, and used to holding everything together, but it has come at the cost of living in a body that rarely feels safe. You learned to stay alert in environments where power was unpredictable, criticism was constant, or your reactions were dismissed. Now you replay conversations, second-guess your instincts, and carry tension that never fully turns off. You are not looking for coping tips. You want to understand what happened, why it shaped the way you relate to others and yourself, and how to move through your work and your life without always bracing for impact.
You are capable, driven, and used to holding everything together, but it has come at the cost of living in a body that rarely feels safe. You learned to stay alert in environments where power was unpredictable, criticism was constant, or your reactions were dismissed. Now you replay conversations, second-guess your instincts, and carry tension that never fully turns off. You are not looking for coping tips. You want to understand what happened, why it shaped the way you relate to others and yourself, and how to move through your work and your life without always bracing for impact.
If you are looking for guidance through trauma or PTSD, are struggling with a co-occurring eating disorder or mood disorder, and are looking to find relief from your symptoms, I may be the right therapist for you.
If you are looking for guidance through trauma or PTSD, are struggling with a co-occurring eating disorder or mood disorder, and are looking to find relief from your symptoms, I may be the right therapist for you.
I see clients who experience anxiety, depression, relationship issues, workplace issues, grief and loss, stress, major life-transitions, and clients who want to work on setting healthy boundaries or creating a healthy work-life balance. It's okay if you don't know what your goals are for therapy yet. I believe in meeting you where you're at in life, and helping you find the skills and knowledge you need to heal and flourish. I also offer remote Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. I do not have evening or weekend availability.
I see clients who experience anxiety, depression, relationship issues, workplace issues, grief and loss, stress, major life-transitions, and clients who want to work on setting healthy boundaries or creating a healthy work-life balance. It's okay if you don't know what your goals are for therapy yet. I believe in meeting you where you're at in life, and helping you find the skills and knowledge you need to heal and flourish. I also offer remote Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. I do not have evening or weekend availability.
Accepting new clients in both MA + NC. More info at www.shannondraper.co - Therapy looks and feels differently now. The traditional head nodding, passive engagement, and ‘how does that make you feel?’ is a thing of the past. I enjoy actively supporting and challenging folks in their process of reflection, introspection, and growth. I work best with people who are asking questions, shifting relationships with themselves or others, and who are committed to showing up and/or learning more about their authentic, vulnerable, and values-focused self.
Accepting new clients in both MA + NC. More info at www.shannondraper.co - Therapy looks and feels differently now. The traditional head nodding, passive engagement, and ‘how does that make you feel?’ is a thing of the past. I enjoy actively supporting and challenging folks in their process of reflection, introspection, and growth. I work best with people who are asking questions, shifting relationships with themselves or others, and who are committed to showing up and/or learning more about their authentic, vulnerable, and values-focused self.
I have been operating a general clinical practice serving adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples for over 20 years. My professional orientation is client-centered and problem solving/solution focused – integrating cognitive and family systems approaches. My services offered include brief treatment, intermittent treatment, longer term treatment, individual, couples, and family therapy. Referral problems typically include mood disorders, relationship problems, parenting problems, family adjustment problems, trauma and abuse issues, anxiety disorders, loss and bereavement issues, marital issues and post-divorce adjustment, and adolescent behavior problems.
I have been operating a general clinical practice serving adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples for over 20 years. My professional orientation is client-centered and problem solving/solution focused – integrating cognitive and family systems approaches. My services offered include brief treatment, intermittent treatment, longer term treatment, individual, couples, and family therapy. Referral problems typically include mood disorders, relationship problems, parenting problems, family adjustment problems, trauma and abuse issues, anxiety disorders, loss and bereavement issues, marital issues and post-divorce adjustment, and adolescent behavior problems.
As a social worker with over 20 years of experience, I understand seeking help can be one of the hardest parts. We all encounter challenges in life and I strive to create a warm, welcoming, judgement-free space that allows you to feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings.
I work with adults 18 and older with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and general life stress. I am here to listen, challenge and support you along your journey.
As a social worker with over 20 years of experience, I understand seeking help can be one of the hardest parts. We all encounter challenges in life and I strive to create a warm, welcoming, judgement-free space that allows you to feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and feelings.
I work with adults 18 and older with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and general life stress. I am here to listen, challenge and support you along your journey.
Welcome. My name is Kate, and I offer psychodynamically oriented, trauma-informed, compassionate, and affirming therapy to folks of all kinds. I work with people across the lifespan, many of whom identify as queer and/or neurodivergent and are trying to make sense of a world that can feel overwhelming. Some are living with long-term stress, trauma, anxiety, or depression, while others are seeking support with life transitions, relationships, or family dynamics. I also offer clinical supervision.
Welcome. My name is Kate, and I offer psychodynamically oriented, trauma-informed, compassionate, and affirming therapy to folks of all kinds. I work with people across the lifespan, many of whom identify as queer and/or neurodivergent and are trying to make sense of a world that can feel overwhelming. Some are living with long-term stress, trauma, anxiety, or depression, while others are seeking support with life transitions, relationships, or family dynamics. I also offer clinical supervision.
Having a fresh perspective can make a big difference when we are going through a difficult time. My clients often need support in multiple life areas and have complex needs. I offer a compassionate, honest and gentle approach to people looking for individual therapy and support. My experience is primarily related to working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma and other emotional issues. I use a contemplative style to help you utilize your own strengths and resilience.
Having a fresh perspective can make a big difference when we are going through a difficult time. My clients often need support in multiple life areas and have complex needs. I offer a compassionate, honest and gentle approach to people looking for individual therapy and support. My experience is primarily related to working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma and other emotional issues. I use a contemplative style to help you utilize your own strengths and resilience.
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Number of Therapists in Boston, MA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$161
Therapists in Boston, MA who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 75% | Relationship Issues |
| 73% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Stress |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Grief |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 79% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 74% | Aetna |
| 58% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Boston, MA see their clients
| 64% | Online Only | |
| 36% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 19% | Male | |
| 3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Boston?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.


