Therapists in Middlesex County, MA
Essential Insights Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Hudson, MA 01749
Waitlist for new clients
Life is messy, but what would happen if we allowed ourselves to embrace the mess? I'm Meg Decker (she/her), a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who works with adults of all ages. Many of my clients come to therapy to address issues related to anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, prenatal and postpartum challenges, and issues related to self-worth. I am particularly passionate about serving young women (18 -29) as they navigate the struggles of entering adulthood, relationships, and the everyday stresses of life.
Life is messy, but what would happen if we allowed ourselves to embrace the mess? I'm Meg Decker (she/her), a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who works with adults of all ages. Many of my clients come to therapy to address issues related to anxiety, life transitions, grief and loss, prenatal and postpartum challenges, and issues related to self-worth. I am particularly passionate about serving young women (18 -29) as they navigate the struggles of entering adulthood, relationships, and the everyday stresses of life.
I optimally resonate with clients who are interested in self awareness and taking responsibility for the part that they play in life and relational challenges. They are committed to healing past traumas in order to be able to live as fully as possible in the present. The understanding that self transformation very naturally attracts qualitative experiences and relationships enables psychotherapy and connective couples work to be optimally beneficial.
I optimally resonate with clients who are interested in self awareness and taking responsibility for the part that they play in life and relational challenges. They are committed to healing past traumas in order to be able to live as fully as possible in the present. The understanding that self transformation very naturally attracts qualitative experiences and relationships enables psychotherapy and connective couples work to be optimally beneficial.
My clients seek my help in order to become more self-aware and to explore and change those problematic behaviors that cause unhappiness in their personal or professional lives. In our work together, I offer the support and guidance they need to become less vulnerable to the effects of intense or overwhelming emotions. In turn my clients learn how to be more, resilient, flexible, grounded and creative, and ultimately, become more fully engaged in their lives and relationships.
My clients seek my help in order to become more self-aware and to explore and change those problematic behaviors that cause unhappiness in their personal or professional lives. In our work together, I offer the support and guidance they need to become less vulnerable to the effects of intense or overwhelming emotions. In turn my clients learn how to be more, resilient, flexible, grounded and creative, and ultimately, become more fully engaged in their lives and relationships.
Kat Thompson is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with experience helping all age ranges address challenges and adapt using healthy coping strategies. She is passionate, empathetic, and creative in finding individualized treatments for her clients. Kat specializes in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD, trauma, and major life transitions.
Kat Thompson is a Licensed Certified Social Worker with experience helping all age ranges address challenges and adapt using healthy coping strategies. She is passionate, empathetic, and creative in finding individualized treatments for her clients. Kat specializes in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD, trauma, and major life transitions.
Will Sullivan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2021. Will provides evidence-based psychotherapy and treatment for adults who have experienced trauma and who suffer from depression, anxiety, mood disorders and the results of substance use. He utilizes a variety of approaches including motivational interviewing, solution focused treatment and cognitive behavioral theory. Will brings a unique brand of empathy and understanding to the work. He has worked with people of all ages and races and the breadth of his experience allows him to better understand the clients he works with.
Will Sullivan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2021. Will provides evidence-based psychotherapy and treatment for adults who have experienced trauma and who suffer from depression, anxiety, mood disorders and the results of substance use. He utilizes a variety of approaches including motivational interviewing, solution focused treatment and cognitive behavioral theory. Will brings a unique brand of empathy and understanding to the work. He has worked with people of all ages and races and the breadth of his experience allows him to better understand the clients he works with.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, it is my privilege to serve clients who may be struggling in their daily life and may need a supportive listener and guide to help them along their way to self-actualization. I believe that the capacity for change and self-improvement lies within the client, and I will walk alongside them in their journey as they confront challenges within themselves, their relationships, and the world around them. It is my hope that through our work, my client will feel supported enough to take leaps and jumps towards self-fulfillment and healthy coping.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, it is my privilege to serve clients who may be struggling in their daily life and may need a supportive listener and guide to help them along their way to self-actualization. I believe that the capacity for change and self-improvement lies within the client, and I will walk alongside them in their journey as they confront challenges within themselves, their relationships, and the world around them. It is my hope that through our work, my client will feel supported enough to take leaps and jumps towards self-fulfillment and healthy coping.
Kerry A Rumasuglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tyngsborough, MA 01879
My desire to facilitate healthy change in others and myself is what drives my passion for the work I do. My approach to counseling involves a focus on developing coping skills, which I will personally practice with you in session. I treat adults, age 18+ for individual or couples counseling. I utilize techniques involving spirituality and mindfulness in order to develop insight into how your thoughts affect various facets of your life. I specialize in offering CBT and EMDR, although I am trained in a variety of techniques. Additionally I have a therapy dog, Toby, who provides emotional support to clients who are interested.
My desire to facilitate healthy change in others and myself is what drives my passion for the work I do. My approach to counseling involves a focus on developing coping skills, which I will personally practice with you in session. I treat adults, age 18+ for individual or couples counseling. I utilize techniques involving spirituality and mindfulness in order to develop insight into how your thoughts affect various facets of your life. I specialize in offering CBT and EMDR, although I am trained in a variety of techniques. Additionally I have a therapy dog, Toby, who provides emotional support to clients who are interested.
Corey E. Harju is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2022. Corey is a clinical social worker that enjoys helping a wide variety of people including children, teens, young adults, and older adults. She specializes in issues including anxiety, depression, parenting/child, and aging, while drawing on elements of CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and solutions-focused approaches. Corey uses a practical and positive approach that utilizes humor and compassion to help clients reach their therapy goals.
Corey E. Harju is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2022. Corey is a clinical social worker that enjoys helping a wide variety of people including children, teens, young adults, and older adults. She specializes in issues including anxiety, depression, parenting/child, and aging, while drawing on elements of CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and solutions-focused approaches. Corey uses a practical and positive approach that utilizes humor and compassion to help clients reach their therapy goals.
Everyone can benefit from better self-understanding. Sometimes our anxiety, depression, and internal conflicts can affect our relationships with others and the world in which we live. By creating a safe environment for expressing thoughts and feelings, I am able to help those who enter into a therapeutic alliance with me improve general satisfaction in interpersonal relationships and life.
Everyone can benefit from better self-understanding. Sometimes our anxiety, depression, and internal conflicts can affect our relationships with others and the world in which we live. By creating a safe environment for expressing thoughts and feelings, I am able to help those who enter into a therapeutic alliance with me improve general satisfaction in interpersonal relationships and life.
Kristin Drouin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, APHSW-C
Verified Verified
Waltham, MA 02453 (Online Only)
My practice is centered on the idea of walking with each other. As a therapist, my goal is to travel with you wherever the road may take us. I consider it a privilege to be invited into the sacred space of your story – to bear witness to all that you share as we navigate, together, this part of your journey.
My practice is centered on the idea of walking with each other. As a therapist, my goal is to travel with you wherever the road may take us. I consider it a privilege to be invited into the sacred space of your story – to bear witness to all that you share as we navigate, together, this part of your journey.
Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.
Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.
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Immediate openings! As your therapist, I strive to create a space in which you feel comfortable to explore your inner world in a deep and meaningful way. I work to provide support while challenging any maladaptive patterns. Therapy can help deepen insight, create healthier thinking and habits, and explore strengths while healing. My therapeutic approach is strengths-based and client-centered, and together we can help you realize your potential. I incorporate CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused, and trauma-informed therapy, depending on the specific needs and preferences of each of my clients.
Immediate openings! As your therapist, I strive to create a space in which you feel comfortable to explore your inner world in a deep and meaningful way. I work to provide support while challenging any maladaptive patterns. Therapy can help deepen insight, create healthier thinking and habits, and explore strengths while healing. My therapeutic approach is strengths-based and client-centered, and together we can help you realize your potential. I incorporate CBT, mindfulness, solution-focused, and trauma-informed therapy, depending on the specific needs and preferences of each of my clients.
Robin Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belmont, MA 02478 (Online Only)
Have your problems started feeling so big that they seem to be defining who you are? I bring a playful and curious stance to challenge the idea that you have become your problems, so that you can get some space from the issues bothering you. I work from a narrative perspective to explore with you how stories in our lives impact us in ways we may not always be aware of. I value you as the expert in your own life, and recognize that you already have access to resources and tools that will you help you move forward with confidence and resilience in spite of the current challenges you face.
Have your problems started feeling so big that they seem to be defining who you are? I bring a playful and curious stance to challenge the idea that you have become your problems, so that you can get some space from the issues bothering you. I work from a narrative perspective to explore with you how stories in our lives impact us in ways we may not always be aware of. I value you as the expert in your own life, and recognize that you already have access to resources and tools that will you help you move forward with confidence and resilience in spite of the current challenges you face.
Sarah Caffrey
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, MA 02420 (Online Only)
Hello, I’m Dr. Sarah Caffrey, a strengths-based clinician who is ready to support you on your journey to improved mental health and wellness. Experiences of anxiety and depression can hold you back from being the best and brightest version of yourself.
Hello, I’m Dr. Sarah Caffrey, a strengths-based clinician who is ready to support you on your journey to improved mental health and wellness. Experiences of anxiety and depression can hold you back from being the best and brightest version of yourself.
I want to connect with you to help you address issues that are preventing you from moving forward in your life. I specialize in addiction, domestic violence, depression, and trauma and I want to help my clients identify negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior patterns and understand the impact. Understanding what you can and can't change is part of this equation as is recognizing how your thoughts impact your feelings about yourself and those around you.
I want to connect with you to help you address issues that are preventing you from moving forward in your life. I specialize in addiction, domestic violence, depression, and trauma and I want to help my clients identify negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior patterns and understand the impact. Understanding what you can and can't change is part of this equation as is recognizing how your thoughts impact your feelings about yourself and those around you.
During the Corona Virus I am offering phone and video sessions.I am accepting new clients at this time age 18 and over. I will help you get to the crux of your issues. A superb listener, I see each and every one of you in your entirety. Something is out-of-balance, broken and painful which is why you are coming in to see me. I offer Emotionally Focused Therapy for adults and couples, and imbue therapy with meditation, mindfulness and the Constellation Approach, I help you begin to develop a new relationship with yourself. One that will bring peace and a sense of purpose to your life.
During the Corona Virus I am offering phone and video sessions.I am accepting new clients at this time age 18 and over. I will help you get to the crux of your issues. A superb listener, I see each and every one of you in your entirety. Something is out-of-balance, broken and painful which is why you are coming in to see me. I offer Emotionally Focused Therapy for adults and couples, and imbue therapy with meditation, mindfulness and the Constellation Approach, I help you begin to develop a new relationship with yourself. One that will bring peace and a sense of purpose to your life.
Kathleen McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CADCII
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westford, MA 01886
Not accepting new clients
Need help dealing with some of life's challenges? Taking that first step to call can be the hardest but the most rewarding in the end. I can help you explore options to live a healthier lifestyle, learn effective skills, and build upon existing strengths to heal and feel better. I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, anger management, grief and problems related to school, work, parenting and relationships. I hold an advanced certification in drug and alcohol counseling and specialize in working with survivors of domestic violence. Please call or email to inquire if I am accepting new clients.
Need help dealing with some of life's challenges? Taking that first step to call can be the hardest but the most rewarding in the end. I can help you explore options to live a healthier lifestyle, learn effective skills, and build upon existing strengths to heal and feel better. I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, anger management, grief and problems related to school, work, parenting and relationships. I hold an advanced certification in drug and alcohol counseling and specialize in working with survivors of domestic violence. Please call or email to inquire if I am accepting new clients.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to work with me in order to achieve their goal. This includes being able to have back and forth conversation around ways to achieve that goal, as well as have the more difficult conversations when it comes to road blocks and the occasional self sabotaging behavior. I will always be honest in my assessments, and thoughts, and my hope would be that my client is as well.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to work with me in order to achieve their goal. This includes being able to have back and forth conversation around ways to achieve that goal, as well as have the more difficult conversations when it comes to road blocks and the occasional self sabotaging behavior. I will always be honest in my assessments, and thoughts, and my hope would be that my client is as well.
As a former cult member, I help people and their families who have been "unduly influenced." I am committed to helping people reclaim their personal power. I wrote four books including Freedom of Mind, Combating Cult Mind Control, and The Cult of Trump. My online courses include Understanding Cults: A Foundational Course. I help people from all over the world who have found that mental health professionals unless they are specialized in treating cult members, are at best a waste of time and resources, and worse, do further harm. A large part of my practice is short term work with former members.
As a former cult member, I help people and their families who have been "unduly influenced." I am committed to helping people reclaim their personal power. I wrote four books including Freedom of Mind, Combating Cult Mind Control, and The Cult of Trump. My online courses include Understanding Cults: A Foundational Course. I help people from all over the world who have found that mental health professionals unless they are specialized in treating cult members, are at best a waste of time and resources, and worse, do further harm. A large part of my practice is short term work with former members.
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Number of Therapists in Middlesex County, MA
3,000+
Average cost per session
$170
Therapists in Middlesex County, MA who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
74% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Self Esteem |
66% | Coping Skills |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
85% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
59% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
57% | Optum |
How Therapists in Middlesex County, MA see their clients
59% | In Person and Online | |
41% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Middlesex County?
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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.