Therapists in Waltham, MA

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.

I provide therapy to adolescents and young adults in both MA and VT. We can work together to address the stressors in your life and improve your overall wellbeing. Whether you want to address symptoms of depression or anxiety, work on self-esteem, relationship stress, family issues, improve performance in sport, or would benefit from support during a life transition, I want to provide you with a supportive space.
I provide therapy to adolescents and young adults in both MA and VT. We can work together to address the stressors in your life and improve your overall wellbeing. Whether you want to address symptoms of depression or anxiety, work on self-esteem, relationship stress, family issues, improve performance in sport, or would benefit from support during a life transition, I want to provide you with a supportive space.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts with over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have a depth of experience working with individuals around interpersonal effectiveness, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, grief, behavioral change, and relational conflict. If you are looking to gain a feeling of power to make changes in your life, I will be a good fit for you.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts with over 10 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have a depth of experience working with individuals around interpersonal effectiveness, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, grief, behavioral change, and relational conflict. If you are looking to gain a feeling of power to make changes in your life, I will be a good fit for you.

Life is messy, beautiful, heartbreaking, and hopeful. So is the process of change. To be honest about this takes courage and vulnerability. It is also the first step in the process of personal transformation. By working with me, you do me the honor of sharing these experiences for the purpose of healing and personal growth. I believe in a collaborative model of therapy that is centered on your experiences and relational. By sharing together from a place of authenticity my goal is to listen, support, and challenge you in order to face and overcome obstacles standing between you and the fullness of the life you were meant to live.
Life is messy, beautiful, heartbreaking, and hopeful. So is the process of change. To be honest about this takes courage and vulnerability. It is also the first step in the process of personal transformation. By working with me, you do me the honor of sharing these experiences for the purpose of healing and personal growth. I believe in a collaborative model of therapy that is centered on your experiences and relational. By sharing together from a place of authenticity my goal is to listen, support, and challenge you in order to face and overcome obstacles standing between you and the fullness of the life you were meant to live.

Erica Burditt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02452
Not accepting new clients
Are you looking for a therapist with over 20 years of experience who specializes in trauma, attachment, and identity issues? I am a seasoned therapist dedicated to helping clients navigate through their struggles and reclaim their well-being. Clients who are seeking to better understand themselves, their identities, values and beliefs tend to find therapy with me to be particularly helpful. Clients describe me as warm, caring, and interactive. Clients appreciate my unique ability to hold space for both the uncertainty and abstract questions that arise in therapy, as well as the practical need for problem-solving and growth.
Are you looking for a therapist with over 20 years of experience who specializes in trauma, attachment, and identity issues? I am a seasoned therapist dedicated to helping clients navigate through their struggles and reclaim their well-being. Clients who are seeking to better understand themselves, their identities, values and beliefs tend to find therapy with me to be particularly helpful. Clients describe me as warm, caring, and interactive. Clients appreciate my unique ability to hold space for both the uncertainty and abstract questions that arise in therapy, as well as the practical need for problem-solving and growth.

Diane A Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02451
Not accepting new clients
I seek to create a safe and nurturing environment which supports healing and growth. I have an eclectic approach that is tailored to each individual client and what feels most helpful in the moment. I make use of Psychodynamic insight oriented psychotherapy, CBT, the Expressive Arts, Focusing, Relaxation Training and more, within a Holistic/Mindfulness and Strength-Based approach. I work with adults and children. I support adults through: life transitions, grief, relationship struggles, women's issues, anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, being an adult child of an alcoholic or other dysfunction, young adult identity issues, stress management and more. I am LGBT friendly.
I seek to create a safe and nurturing environment which supports healing and growth. I have an eclectic approach that is tailored to each individual client and what feels most helpful in the moment. I make use of Psychodynamic insight oriented psychotherapy, CBT, the Expressive Arts, Focusing, Relaxation Training and more, within a Holistic/Mindfulness and Strength-Based approach. I work with adults and children. I support adults through: life transitions, grief, relationship struggles, women's issues, anxiety, depression, caregiver stress, being an adult child of an alcoholic or other dysfunction, young adult identity issues, stress management and more. I am LGBT friendly.

I provide psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My approach to therapy incorporates cognitive-behavioral, systems, and relational approaches, with a strength-based foundation. I challenge clients to think about themselves and the world in more adaptive ways, while also making meaningful behavioral changes that allows them to move closer to achieving personal goals. I view treatment as a collaborative and dynamic process that benefits from monitoring and adjustment to boost growth and outcomes.
I provide psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My approach to therapy incorporates cognitive-behavioral, systems, and relational approaches, with a strength-based foundation. I challenge clients to think about themselves and the world in more adaptive ways, while also making meaningful behavioral changes that allows them to move closer to achieving personal goals. I view treatment as a collaborative and dynamic process that benefits from monitoring and adjustment to boost growth and outcomes.

I am committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families through their healing journeys, offering compassionate support for challenges such as trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I am committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families through their healing journeys, offering compassionate support for challenges such as trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Feeling stuck and unfulfilled, but unsure how to change? I help you develop the self-awareness needed to identify and break unhelpful patterns and behaviors, empowering you to become the best version of yourself. Together, we'll cultivate resilience to navigate life's challenges, allowing you to thrive in your life. I work with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, relationship issues, and stress management. I am here to provide tools, support, and guidance in helping you become who you want to be. I truly believe everyone is capable of change!
Feeling stuck and unfulfilled, but unsure how to change? I help you develop the self-awareness needed to identify and break unhelpful patterns and behaviors, empowering you to become the best version of yourself. Together, we'll cultivate resilience to navigate life's challenges, allowing you to thrive in your life. I work with teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, relationship issues, and stress management. I am here to provide tools, support, and guidance in helping you become who you want to be. I truly believe everyone is capable of change!

My team and I help individuals and couples. We are best suited to treating you where you're stuck, be it physical (like chronic pain, auto-immune), mental (like anxiety), emotional (like depression), relational (partners, children, parents, people you work with), and spiritual (like alienation). What makes my work unique is it's remarkably efficient & effective.
My team and I help individuals and couples. We are best suited to treating you where you're stuck, be it physical (like chronic pain, auto-immune), mental (like anxiety), emotional (like depression), relational (partners, children, parents, people you work with), and spiritual (like alienation). What makes my work unique is it's remarkably efficient & effective.

Hi, My name is Erin! I love to work with clients from ages 13 and older. I have various interests, but I am looking for clients seeking therapeutic support through life transitions, and are looking to better themselves through processing and coping skills. Therapy as a need is different for everyone, and I am open to hearing what your needs are, and seeing if we could be the best fit.
Hi, My name is Erin! I love to work with clients from ages 13 and older. I have various interests, but I am looking for clients seeking therapeutic support through life transitions, and are looking to better themselves through processing and coping skills. Therapy as a need is different for everyone, and I am open to hearing what your needs are, and seeing if we could be the best fit.
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I am licensed in the state of Massachusetts and Florida. I attended a Christian college for my undergraduate degree at Eastern Nazarene a college affiliated through the church of the Nazarene. The social work department at the college mirrored and was taught social work through a Christian perspective and philosophies taken from the stories of the bible. I completed my graduate degree at Simmons School of Social Work in Boston Massachusetts, getting an MSW, and an Urban Leadership certificate.
I am licensed in the state of Massachusetts and Florida. I attended a Christian college for my undergraduate degree at Eastern Nazarene a college affiliated through the church of the Nazarene. The social work department at the college mirrored and was taught social work through a Christian perspective and philosophies taken from the stories of the bible. I completed my graduate degree at Simmons School of Social Work in Boston Massachusetts, getting an MSW, and an Urban Leadership certificate.

Madeline graduated from Boston College in an accelerated program, earning her master's degree in clinical social work with a specialization in mental health. Throughout her academic journey, Madeline developed a profound understanding of the intricate dynamics of mental health, and she is dedicated to utilizing her knowledge to support individuals on their unique paths to well-being. With a focus on mental health, Madeline has gained valuable experience working with both children and older adults.
Madeline graduated from Boston College in an accelerated program, earning her master's degree in clinical social work with a specialization in mental health. Throughout her academic journey, Madeline developed a profound understanding of the intricate dynamics of mental health, and she is dedicated to utilizing her knowledge to support individuals on their unique paths to well-being. With a focus on mental health, Madeline has gained valuable experience working with both children and older adults.

My team and I help individuals and couples. Our ideal client is someone who's interested in both healing and growth, who is goal oriented, and knows that how we make sense of things is fundamental. The symptoms about which we suffer are also an invitation to remember what we couldn't handle so that we heal and grow. I'm best suited to treating you where you're stuck, be it physical (like chronic pain, auto-immune), mental (like anxiety), emotional (like depression), relational (partners, children, parents, people you work with), and spiritual (like alienation).
My team and I help individuals and couples. Our ideal client is someone who's interested in both healing and growth, who is goal oriented, and knows that how we make sense of things is fundamental. The symptoms about which we suffer are also an invitation to remember what we couldn't handle so that we heal and grow. I'm best suited to treating you where you're stuck, be it physical (like chronic pain, auto-immune), mental (like anxiety), emotional (like depression), relational (partners, children, parents, people you work with), and spiritual (like alienation).

Emily Franko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Hello! I'm Emily Franko and I am a licensed clinical social worker independently practicing in Massachusetts, Ohio, and Virginia, with over 20 years of professional experience. I specialize in supporting clients as they navigate challenges such as depression, stress, anxiety, anger, feeling overwhelmed, and difficulties with motivation, self-esteem, and self-confidence.
Hello! I'm Emily Franko and I am a licensed clinical social worker independently practicing in Massachusetts, Ohio, and Virginia, with over 20 years of professional experience. I specialize in supporting clients as they navigate challenges such as depression, stress, anxiety, anger, feeling overwhelmed, and difficulties with motivation, self-esteem, and self-confidence.

Christina, LICSW, is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with a Certificate in Trauma-Informed Practice. She has extensive experience working with adults facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, and PTSD. Christina also specializes in addiction treatment, particularly for individuals with co-occurring mental health diagnoses, and has a particular focus on trans-national adoptees navigating adoption-related grief, loss, and trauma.
Christina, LICSW, is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with a Certificate in Trauma-Informed Practice. She has extensive experience working with adults facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, and PTSD. Christina also specializes in addiction treatment, particularly for individuals with co-occurring mental health diagnoses, and has a particular focus on trans-national adoptees navigating adoption-related grief, loss, and trauma.

Are you experiencing stress, worry, or concern? What might be in the way of peace of mind, happiness, and fulfillment in your own unique life?
Are you experiencing stress, worry, or concern? What might be in the way of peace of mind, happiness, and fulfillment in your own unique life?

Barbara J Doyle Counseling Services, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC, Bjdoyle
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Waltham, MA 02453
Every client's healing path is different. We work together to find what works for you. Listening, empathy and non-judgemental acceptance are characteristics of my clinical approach. I believe that therapy is an interactive process and I promote a safe, supportive environment where individuals can become aware of new ways to manage difficult challenges, situations and emotions. My commitment is to help individuals grow, make changes that are important to them and expand their opportunities so they can move forward in their lives reaching their full potential and optimal health.
Every client's healing path is different. We work together to find what works for you. Listening, empathy and non-judgemental acceptance are characteristics of my clinical approach. I believe that therapy is an interactive process and I promote a safe, supportive environment where individuals can become aware of new ways to manage difficult challenges, situations and emotions. My commitment is to help individuals grow, make changes that are important to them and expand their opportunities so they can move forward in their lives reaching their full potential and optimal health.

Abby Miller is a 2022 graduate of Morgan State University with experience in inpatient mental health. Her goal is to assist clients in optimizing their healing and growth, providing compassionate support throughout their therapeutic journey.
One fun fact about Abby is she loves to read!
Abby Miller is a 2022 graduate of Morgan State University with experience in inpatient mental health. Her goal is to assist clients in optimizing their healing and growth, providing compassionate support throughout their therapeutic journey.
One fun fact about Abby is she loves to read!

Life has struggles and strains as well as happiness and joy. Sometimes in life we lose our way and need guidance in finding our way back. In my practice I focus on supporting others through various emotional struggles such as better managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, self esteem, substance abuse, relationships as well as various other life transitions through the use of mindfulness based practices, CBT and somatic practices such as yoga and meditation. The focus is on helping you build skills to manage emotions and find your way towards a happier and healthier you.
Life has struggles and strains as well as happiness and joy. Sometimes in life we lose our way and need guidance in finding our way back. In my practice I focus on supporting others through various emotional struggles such as better managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, self esteem, substance abuse, relationships as well as various other life transitions through the use of mindfulness based practices, CBT and somatic practices such as yoga and meditation. The focus is on helping you build skills to manage emotions and find your way towards a happier and healthier you.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Waltham, MA
400+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Waltham, MA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
77% | Coping Skills |
73% | Stress |
72% | Grief |
70% | Life Transitions |
61% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
94% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
78% | Aetna |
78% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Waltham, MA see their clients
63% | In Person and Online | |
37% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
82% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Waltham?
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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.