Your mental state can feel like a clock. When it’s going well, it’s ticking along just fine and you feel like you have enough time to do anything. However, when you feel depressed, anxious, or don’t know what to do in life, that clock can feel like it’s spinning fast, and you feel like you don’t know how to turn it back. A counselor in Waltham can help you reset your clocks. 

Waltham is known for its watch manufacturing. While they’re good for telling the time, a counselor is good for telling you about how much of your own time you can manage. Speak to a counselor today. 

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Christel Charlesworth

Offering therapy in MA
License: LICSW
Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCompassion fatigue
13 years of experience

Hello and Welcome! I am glad you are here. I understand that coming to the decision to start therapy can be a challenging one and can come with lots of emotion. It also comes from a desire to have a happier, healthier life. Since graduating from Simmons College School of Social Work in 2006, I have worked in various healthcare settings as a social worker. In my work in community health, hospice, VNA/home care as well as in care delivery within a health plan, I have always been drawn to alternative and holistic ways to heal the mind, body and spirit for myself and my clients. With a particular interest in mindfulness, meditation and stress reduction techniques, I have a passion for working with people to find their happiest, healthiest and most authentic self. I truly pride myself in being open-minded, authentic and approachable. I feel truly honored to be doing this work and feel great responsibility in being entrusted to provide a safe, open place for people to heal, grow and to work towards being their most contented selves. I am a certified professional organizer as well as trained in Reiki Level II, Yoga Nidra and am trained in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). I look forward to speaking with you!

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Kristine Catalogna

Offering therapy in MA
License: LCSW,LICSW
Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepression
9 years of experience

I am a clinical social worker licensed in Maine and Massachusetts. I am also licensed as a school adjustment counselor/ school social worker in the state of Massachusetts. I have worked with people in many different situations and often during trying times in their lives. My experience is in a variety of settings including traditional office-based as well as hospital-based and community-based settings. I have helped people who have experienced anxiety, depression, mood disorders, relationship challenges, parenting issues, trauma, abuse, and many other concerns. I have learned a great deal in my professional training, but also from the many individuals that I have worked with. My approach has been described as warm, thoughtful, and direct. I believe it is important to treat everyone as an individual. My style is strengths-based, client-centered, and with an emphasis on goal setting and solution-focused. We will work together so that you can take steps toward your own personal journey of healing and change. I have extensive training in a variety of treatment approaches and together we will explore the options to uncover what works best for you. It takes a lot of courage to take this first step and to take these steps toward change. I am here to listen and work with you through this journey.

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Dr. Ashley Naginewicz

Offering therapy in MA
License: Ed.D,LMHC
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepression
12 years of experience

First, let me introduce myself. My name is Ashley Naginewicz, Ed.D, LMHC. I hold a doctoral degree in professional counseling and am a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Massachusetts. I have been working in the field of counseling for 10 years. I have experience working with a broad range of mental health disorders and addictions. I understand that often, addiction disorders can be co-occurring with a mental health diagnosis. Throughout the years I have worked with a diverse client population with many different ages, genders, race, and cultures. I believe that counseling is an individualized treatment. If you are reading this, it means that you are ready to take the journey in to counseling. This journey is one that is beneficial and does not only address things we identify as our counseling goals, but can also lead to an overall richer and fuller life. Everyone can benefit from the support and understanding the counseling provides. I enjoy helping clients enter recovery from alcohol and substance use issues through motivational interviewing techniques and working on coping skills that address more than just issues with dependency. I also use the techniques of DBT and CBT that can be beneficial for clients overcoming anxiety disorders, depression, and coping with life's changes including job and relationship changes. I have taken specialty courses related to trauma and how to heal from traumatic experiences. I believe that the client is the center of the counseling journey where autonomy and respect is the main priority, thus, individualizing the treatment of each client. Collaboratively, we will work together through this process to reach the goals that you have determined.

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Angela Hamlin

Offering therapy in MA
License: M.Ed,LMFT
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years of experience

I’m a fully licensed and independent marriage and family therapist. I’m trained to work with families, couples, and individuals. I’ve worked in this capacity for more than a decade with roles as an individual counselor, intensive care coordinator, rehabilitation specialist, in home behavioral therapist, and substance abuse counselor. I’m certified in mindfulness which I often utilize during counseling sessions. Other techniques I find useful and often incorporate include solution focused, behavioral, and collaborative therapies. These techniques are used to treat depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, substance use disorder, PTSD, etc.

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Janiece Foust

Offering therapy in MA
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
21 years of experience

Welcome to BetterHelp! I am a licensed clinical social worker licensed in the states of Tennessee and Maine with 20 years of experience as a clinical therapist. I have worked with clients providing individual, family, couples, and group therapy. I have been treating clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, caregiver burnout, trauma and substance abuse. I am trained in and am able to provide cognitive-behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavior (DBT), and psychodynamic approach to therapy. My therapy style is focused on building rapport, trust, and a safe environment to share. I believe in the hope for improvement and change. It takes courage to begin therapy. I encourage you to take this next step. I look forward to working with you in your journey to healing and change!

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Emily Pinto

Offering therapy in MA
Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes
5 years of experience

Hello! My name is Emily, and I am a licensed therapist who is here to help you become your best self. Currently, I work as a middle school counselor during the school-day hours, and I love it. My experience working as an outpatient therapist has been with people of all ages (from preschool age to older adults), and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. You are here because you are seeking guidance and direction, and I want to help you find yourself. Sometimes, life leaves us feeling lost, hopeless, or just plain stressed out. My role is to support you in the process of feeling better, whatever that may mean to you.

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Jessica Beard

Offering therapy in MA
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefDepression
5 years of experience

I am licensed in Massachusetts with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, & coping with grief and loss. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Marcela Mota Aversa

Offering therapy in MA
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesEating disordersDepression
20 years of experience

My name is Marcela, I was born and raised in Mexico City and have been living in Boston for the last 25 years , I'm very comfortable in English and Spanish. I studied the career twice. My approach to therapy is co-constructivist, collaborative, strength based and solution oriented. I believe you are the expert in your story and I'm here to walk with you and offer you companionship and guidance as needed. Altogether, I have over twenty years of experience, 3 of them in Massachusetts. I believe in teletherapy! Telehealth is real, in many ways, is more efficient than doing it face to face. Think of me as a family PCP, I'm a generalist. I feel hopeful and competent around people and families dealing with addiction. I believe we are still learning about gender and sexual orientation. I've worked with many people who struggled with food issues and obesity and have found relief following the model of addiction. If you are looking for help among us, I already believe in you! You are the kind of people that get the help they need and get better. Looking forward to meeting you.

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Shannon Baumgarten

Offering therapy in MA
Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
6 years of experience

I am licensed in Connecticut and Massachusetts with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.

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Evaluz Negron

Offering therapy in MA
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
12 years of experience

I am licensed in North Carolina with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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How to find counseling in Waltham

Finding the best therapist close by in Waltham can feel challenging, but know that once you narrow your search for a counselor serving your area, you can find a therapist in your city that is accepting new clients and fits your goals. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, marriage, family issues, or other emotional challenges, feel proud that you have begun your search to find the mental health care services that work best for you in order to begin your personal journey towards emotional healing.

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist in Waltham. Perhaps you're interested in narrowing your search for a psychotherapist that can offer psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, provide group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy. Each type of therapy can offer various benefits and address or treat different disorders. If you're still unsure or are new to counseling in Waltham, feel free to contact the provider via email to find out which methods they practice.

It is also important to understand that mental health professionals in the United States are accredited to provide care, helping individuals and couples, with a variety of licenses. These include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinical psychologist or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, they are trained to treat individuals and couples counseling, and sometimes children, in any type of therapy. Find a therapist under any of these distinctions and know that the sessions they offer can provide a safe place to heal.

Mental health professionals working through their own in- person therapy practice in Waltham or online may assist clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, or change in negative thinking patterns. They may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain. Verified providers can provide licensed marriage and couples therapy, tailor to individual needs, and create a therapeutic relationship as a National Certified Counselor.

There are all kinds of therapists working with clients today across the United States and in the greater Waltham area in different types of therapy, including:

  • CBT
  • DBT
  • Substance use therapy
  • Couples therapy

When you're ready to start your search and find therapists, have in mind what type of therapy you'd like your provider to be most experienced with and choose an experienced provider with a practice located near you in the city of Waltham, elsewhere in Middlesex, or in the greater state of Massachusetts.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some other commonly asked questions on therapy with a licensed counselor and BetterHelp serving the Waltham area can be found below:

How does the cost of in-person counseling compare to the cost of BetterHelp with a licensed Waltham therapist?

The average price of an in-person therapy session in the US is $100 to $200 per hour. These prices may be higher in Waltham due to a higher cost of living. The price also depends on the type of provider you are looking for. See the following average prices for various mental health providers without insurance:

  • Counseling with a psychiatrist: $150-$500
  • Counseling with therapists: $100-300
  • Therapy with a psychologist: $100

While many psychologists in Waltham may not take health insurance, some in the state of Massachusetts may work on a sliding scale, meaning they'll factor in your income and charge what you can afford per session. With BetterHelp or clinicians throughout the state of Massachusetts you can expect significantly more affordable options, with sessions ranging from $65 to $100 per week (billed every four weeks).

How is a licensed therapist on this online therapy platform verified?

Therapists in Waltham, Massachusetts working on BetterHelp are licensed, trained, experienced, and accredited as a doctor of psychology (PhD / PsyD), licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW / LICSW), or licensed professional counselors (LPC). All of these psychology clinicians have a Masters Degree or a Doctorate Degree in their field of psychology sciences, and follow the APA Code of Ethics. They have been qualified and certified by their state's professional board after successfully completing the necessary education, exams, training and practice with a patient, and extensive experience in a healthcare clinic or treatment centers, in order to become a mental health provider. While their lived experience, expertise, careers, and background vary, they all possess at least 3 years and 1,000 hours of hands-on experience with adult and sometimes teen patients, and have the necessary therapist credentials to provide a safe space for long lasting emotional healing in therapy. 

Please note BetterHelp does not offer or provide care from psychiatrists to prescribe a drug as treatment, or perform psychological assessments.

How does working with a counselor in BetterHelp online therapy sessions work?

BetterHelp clinicians treat clients online across the United States (individuals and couples) through life transitions, inner child exploration, long term depression or anxiety, and more. An online mental health professional, including the therapists in Waltham above, can work with young adults, children, adolescents, and adults virtually as an accredited licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). You do not have to commute to a an office as a psychotherapy client.

Through BetterHelp therapy, you can partake in video, phone, or live chat therapy sessions with your licensed therapist. You can work through various symptoms, use the in app journaling feature, and receive worksheets. You'll also find support groups or group therapy lead by a therapist in Waltham helping individuals on topics including managing life transitions, symptoms affecting sexual health, behavioral health, coping skills for anxiety or depression, trauma, stress, marriage counseling, and more. 

What mental health issues can psychotherapy address?

BetterHelp's verified Waltham therapists specialize and have clinical experience in a wide range of mental health issues and modalities, helping clients to feel better and improve their lives every day. See below for examples.

Specialties on BetterHelp include:

You may also be struggling with relationship problems that could be addressed in couples therapy or with a sex therapist. In that case, you may choose to work with one of BetterHelp's experienced cognitive-behavioral therapists or licensed marriage family therapists (LMFT) who work with clients in relationships. You can also try a Waltham therapy provider through BetterHelp's sister platform, ReGain, which is dedicated to couples and spouses worldwide. 

How do I know if online counseling is right for my family?

One of the potentially rewarding aspects of working with a therapist is the validation and active listening they can provide. Your friends and loved ones may also be available to listen, but you may feel that they may lack the skills to provide objective guidance. Counselors are trained to respond to various concerns, symptoms, and mental health conditions.

A psychologist in your city can support you toward a healthier emotional state, regardless of your mental health, life concerns, or healing needs. While supporting individuals in developing healthier habits, another good benefit of therapy is having an understanding, safe space with a non-judgmental party who can support you through challenging experiences.

Many people have sensitive topics that they may feel ashamed to discuss with their friends or partner. A Waltham therapist can help you confront these concerns and open up through unique methods of support. There are also many types of therapy, such as art therapy, where you may find you can express yourself through creativity instead of words.

With a lot of people in MA, providers may be booked out with clients. Through the list of profiles above and others within BetterHelp's team, you may be able to find a psychologist within 24 to 48 hours. If you're searching to find a a nearby psychotherapist close to 02455 or the surrounding zip codes, consider others available through the BetterHelp site. No matter if you are seeking help in your area or beyond, online therapy can be a great option.

How should I prepare for my first therapy session with a Waltham counselor?

Before seeing your therapist, prep for your session by reading to understand the therapy process. You might write a list of questions you want to ask your psychotherapist, any emotional pain you may feel, and the ways in which you hope to improve. When you attend your session, let them know if you have any concerns about therapy or feel unsure about what to talk about. They may help guide you with open-ended therapeutic questions. The first session will often serve as an intake to get to know you as a person and learn why you're attending therapy.

Should I find a therapist or psychologist if I feel fine? 

Some simply don't feel the need to see a psychologist. However, some people may avoid attending therapy due to stigma or preconceived notions of what therapy entails. Although psychologists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general feedback and advice. A Waltham licensed clinical social worker may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Gaining a new perspective on yourself through various therapies might allow you to improve your self-esteem, work through relationships, and gain a better sense of your mental health goals. The success you may find through therapy can be dependent on your process.

People may also attend therapy for specific motives, such as bullying, an autism diagnosis, a desire to learn mindfulness meditation, personality concerns, trouble with office workers, specific phobias, and many other principles.

Is mental health care and therapy worth it? 

Therapy is effective and has the power to change individuals' lives. Each client is at a different stage of their emotional healing journey in life, as each human can be unique in their personality, expression, skills, and goals. A psychologist can target various symptoms, experiences, and personalities to help you feel your best and put you on the path to healing. Unlike advice from a friend, family, or non-professional, a mental health professional has an understanding of various disorders like ADHD and depression with many hours of experience in treating adults in their practice. For this reason, seeing an evidence based psychologist in Waltham, Massachusetts can be worth it. Over 41 million adults in the US attend therapy services each year, showing it's a popular option and is proven to be effective.

Waltham has many clinicians who practice person or client-centered individual therapy in-person and through online therapy to assist clients in their healing journey. If you opt into online therapy, you might also be able to meet with providers all over the United States and change therapists easily at any time. Many people struggling with anxiety and depression, substance abuse, body image issues, and more find therapists that are a good fit for them, feel supported, and gain further insight into their lives through internet-based therapy.

Do therapists judge you in therapy sessions?

The boundaries between you and a therapist are in place to help you and them regarding ethical concerns. Mental health professionals are held by ethical standards through the American Psychological Association (APA) and are not allowed to judge or harm their clients. If you are concerned about sharing details about yourself, feel free to withhold personal information. Their job in the therapeutic relationship is to create a safe place, help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health, and support you. You might consider changing counselors if you don't feel safe or respected.

Stay up to date with the leading online counseling platform

To stay up to date with BetterHelp's initiatives through their social channels, you can follow them on Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. For mental health tips, check out the BetterHelp YouTube channel.

Take some time today to learn more about the team of therapists at BetterHelp to understand the services available to you clearly. If you are new to therapy or have any questions about the services and terms, please reach out through the contact page or send an email to contact@betterhelp.com.

If you’re ready to sign up for online therapy, consider signing up with a platform like BetterHelp and get matched within 24 to 48 hours.

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

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