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132 licensed therapists & providers in Massachusetts—9 in Boston. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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8,648 people sought anxiety therapy help at Boston in the last year

Discover how starting anxiety therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Anxiety therapy FAQs

What is anxiety therapy?

Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in Boston, MA can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.

How does anxiety therapy work?

Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks Boston therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.

How to deal with anxiety?

One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.

Symptoms of anxiety

Common symptoms of anxiety include:

  • Sense of impending danger
  • Nervousness/restlessness
  • Trouble focusing
  • Excessive sweating
  • Shaking
  • Headaches
  • Stomach issues
  • Fatigue
  • Panic attacks
  • Increased heart rate

What is the best therapy for anxiety?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.

Is anxiety therapy conducted in person or online?

Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.

How long does anxiety therapy last?

On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.

Is therapy worth it for anxiety?

Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.

Need more help deciding?

Anxiety Counseling in Boston, MA—Counselors and Therapists in Boston for Anxiety

Thriveworks Boston offers premium mental health services. This means that in addition to working with a caring, skilled counselor or psychologist you can count on, your appointment will start on time (sometimes early), you’ll have evening and weekend scheduling options, we accept most major insurances, and you’ll experience additional benefits, too. So, if you are experiencing anxiety, give Thriveworks Boston a call. An anxiety counselor can provide the help and support you need.

Anxiety: Signs and Symptoms

Anxiety doesn’t look the same from one person to the next. You can see that in the above examples. That being said, there are common signs and symptoms of anxiety, which include:

  • Excessive worry
  • Irritability
  • Racing thoughts
  • Inability to focus
  • Sweating
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle tension
  • Trouble sleeping

These symptoms aren’t fun—in fact, they are often difficult to deal with in everyday life and can injure your mental health further. If you are experiencing any combination of these symptoms, think about working with a professional. They can help you make sense of your symptoms, offer diagnosis, and then help you manage all that comes with your specific presentation of anxiety. You don’t have to try to manage your anxiety alone. Call Thriveworks Boston to meet with an experienced anxiety counselor.

Anxiety Types and Disorders: Generalized, Social, and Specific Phobia

As we’ve touched on multiple times now, some people experience anxiety every now and then, while others experience it more often than that—sometimes every day. Typically, the latter have an anxiety disorder. Here are a few examples of the different types of anxiety disorders:

  1. Generalized Anxiety: This is the most common anxiety disorder. Those with generalized anxiety disorder have excessive worry or fear about various life events. These individuals often expect the worst and have a difficult time controlling their anxiety.
  2. Social Anxiety: This form of anxiety is rooted in a fear of social situations. Those with social phobia (otherwise known as social anxiety) are scared of being negatively assessed or made fun of. They often avoid large crowds or being the center of attention.
  3. Specific Phobias: Specific phobias are anxiety rooted in a more specific event or situation. For example, one might have a phobia of flying, being in small spaces, or even bugs.
  4. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): PTSD is another form of anxiety. “The first signs of PTSD can be widely varied,” explains Sarah Kalny, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at our office in Boston. “People may experience unwanted, distressing memories or dreams of the traumatic experience, hypervigilance, flashbacks (as if the person is reliving the trauma in real-time), anxiety (racing heartbeat, feelings of impending doom, sweaty palms), or depression (low mood, low energy, irritability), and avoidance of things that may remind them of the trauma.”

Schedule an Appointment for Counseling at Thriveworks Boston

Many people experience anxiety at some point in their lives. It might develop in teenhood and continue through adulthood or appear seemingly out of thin air. In any case, it often comes with harmful effects that negatively impact an individual’s life. Fortunately, there is effective treatment for anxiety like counseling.

If you’re struggling with anxiety, consider reaching out to Thriveworks Boston. A scheduling specialist will get you all set up with a skilled, caring counselor or psychologist who can assess your unique situation and help you better manage your anxiety. We hope to hear from you soon, and we look forward to going on this journey with you.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Boston accept 31 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Boston
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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The therapist i talk with is amazing I think we clicked!! I look forward to talking with her more!
Ariana Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Helen is a wonderful, thoughtful listener who offers positive feedback and a path to help improve my anxiety induced limitations.
Claudia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Easy to get appointments. Communication is great. Cherly is awesome
Layla Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My therapist is an amazingly empathetic listener and helps me reflect on things in ways that really help me keep moving forward. She is awesome!
Mia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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The ease of finding and booking a therapist made taking that first step feel much less intimidating. I really appreciated being able to read each therapist’s profile to find someone who seemed like a good fit. I’ve now had several sessions, and I couldn’t be happier with my therapist. For the first time in years, I feel genuinely hopeful about the future, and the work has only just begun.
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Ian Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Thriveworks is wonderful. It was nice to be able to select my therapist and Amanda is so good.
Kimiko Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Alicia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Felt heard and validated. Looking forward to working together to resolve some issues!
Jennifer Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

1 Emerson Pl Suite 3H
Boston, MA 02114

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Boston is located in the Charles River park complex and near Emerson Place and Staniford Street, off Storrow Drive. It is right by the Massachusetts General Hospital campus and close to the Museum of Science.

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Phone number

(617) 397-3951
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Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Urdu
  • English
  • Spanish
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Hours

Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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