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As a counselor, I create healing-centered spaces grounded in compassion, cultural understanding, and community care, drawing from ...
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As a counselor, I create healing-centered spaces grounded in compassion, cultural understanding, and community care, drawing from my experiences in community organizing and clinical settings.
I am a master’s level clinician with 4 years of experience supporting clients through anxiety, stress, trauma, identity concerns, and major life transitions. I help clients build coping skills, resilience, and a stronger sense of emotional well-being. When meeting with me, you can expect collaborative, strengths-focused support that develops clarity and emotional resilience.
I earned my master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from William James College. My work is culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy. I meet clients where they are, combining clinical expertise with their insight to guide treatment.
Wherever you are in your journey, you deserve support that feels grounding, validating, and empowering. I am here to walk alongside you as you move toward clarity and healing. If you feel ready to take the next step, I’d be honored to support you in that process.
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I'm a warm, deeply present therapist who specializes in helping people through their darkest moments with compassion, grounded gui...
I'm a warm, deeply present therapist who specializes in helping people through their darkest moments with compassion, grounded guidance, and the lived experience of someone who truly understands what emotional survival requires.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 47 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy. I support individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, chronic illness, and grief. I have worked with clients across the lifespan and value creating a collaborative, respectful space where clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to move forward.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from Boston University. My clinical approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, EMDR, narrative therapy, and positive psychology. I tailor treatment to each client’s goals, strengths, and lived experiences.
You deserve a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen and heard. I offer a calm, supportive environment and practical tools to help you build resilience, gain clarity, and create meaningful change. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you work toward healing and renewed hope.
As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying...
As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying the heavy weight of mental health issues.
Mohamed Alsaidy is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Couples and Family Therapist (LICSW, LMFT) with 10 years of clinical practice working with individuals and couples from all walks of life. Mohamed specializes in anxiety, depression, anger management, and relationship issues on the individual level, and among many other relationship challenges, in communication, relationship structure, and intimacy on the couple’s level.
Mohamed completed his master’s degree in social work at the University of Chicago and earned post master’s specialty certificates in cognitive behavioral therapy and marriage counseling. He provides a safe, supportive, and unbiased therapeutic environment to help his clients reach their goals.
Mohamed believes that his clients are here to explore their ultimate potential, and he is here to guide them through it. If you are ready for your first step, please schedule an appointment with him today.
As a psychoanalyst, I use a client-centered, holistic approach that prioritizes the human being beyond the diagnosis, and connects...
As a psychoanalyst, I use a client-centered, holistic approach that prioritizes the human being beyond the diagnosis, and connects patterns of thinking to correct patterns of behavior.
Melissa Hinds is a Resident Licensed Mental Health Clinician with 3 years of experience and a concentration in psychodynamic approaches. She works with adults and seniors who are experiencing concerns involving depression, anxiety, family and couples counseling, behavioral problems, anger management, as well as mood and personality disorders. As a queer-identified Afro-Caribbean woman of color, Melissa understands the importance of cultural competency. She has expertise in working with populations diverse in race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, spiritual practices, sexual orientation, gender identity, and political affiliations.
Melissa has a Master of Arts in Psychoanalysis from the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis. She practices modern psychoanalysis, a form of talk therapy that aims to uncover and resolve unconscious forces and childhood experiences that have lasting effects on adult behavior and mental states.
Melissa helps patients explore their patterns, motivations, and defenses to develop healthier coping mechanisms. She believes the greatest therapeutic successes result from a co-creative process and tailors treatment to the individual. Schedule an appointment with her today!
Lena Nganga is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 15 years of experience assisting teens, adults...
Lena Nganga is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 15 years of experience assisting teens, adults, and seniors struggling with mood dysregulation, negative self-talk, anxiety, relationship issues, family concerns, life transitions, and trauma or abuse.
Lena graduated with her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Denver. She has worked in several clinical settings, including residential, outpatient settings, and in schools with various ages and diverse backgrounds. Her approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), client-centered, solutions-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing (MI).
Lena knows that it takes courage and strength to make the first steps towards improving your well-being. She enjoys working collaboratively with each client to determine individual needs and believes in treating others with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Lena looks forward to working with you in achieving your goals.
I know how important it is to feel truly seen and supported, and I'd be honored to walk with you as you work toward healing, growt...
I know how important it is to feel truly seen and supported, and I'd be honored to walk with you as you work toward healing, growth, and greater peace of mind, body, and spirit.
I am a Mental Health Counselor seeking licensure with 1 year of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life transitions, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and relationship or parenting challenges. I specialize in strengths-based therapy to help enhance self-esteem, explore personal values, and promote emotional healing. My goal is to help clients recognize triggers, develop healthy coping skills, and improve overall functioning.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Tulane University. I use the Gottman Method, dialectical behavior therapy, and emotionally focused therapy to support emotional healing, improve communication, and foster meaningful connections.
I offer a warm, judgment-free space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. I understand how overwhelming it can be to seek help and invite those facing personal or relationship challenges to take the first step toward growth, healing, and connection.
As a compassionate therapist with diverse experience in clinical psychology, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challeng...
As a compassionate therapist with diverse experience in clinical psychology, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges and achieve mental well-being through evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs.
Utsavi Bhimani is a Resident Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 6 years of experience. Her multicultural experience and diverse training equip her to support clients struggling with stress, anxiety and mood disorders, ADHD, ASD, positive parenting, and challenges with relationships, school, and careers. Utsavi has a rich background in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and applied behavior analysis.
Utsavi received her Master's in Applied Clinical Psychology from Pennsylvania State University and her Master's in Clinical Psychology from Gujarat University. She utilizes an eclectic counseling approach to target the client's needs using cognitive behavioral therapy along with mindfulness, psychodynamic, and person-centered methods.
Utsavi combines evidence-based techniques with empathetic understanding to help clients develop coping strategies, improve self-awareness, and cultivate resilience. Whether they need assistance managing daily stressors or building healthier thought patterns, Utsavi is committed to guiding her clients towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Courtney Council is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and a second Master’s in the A...
Courtney Council is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and a second Master’s in the Art of Teaching. She specializes in relationships, LGBTQIA+ issues, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Courtney has been committed to providing significant services for individuals. She believes in providing a safe space, to express and explore emotions as they relate to daily experiences. Through the use of self-exploration activities and interventions, Courtney facilitates an environment where you are free to discover or create your ideal self.
Courtney’s clinical experience includes direct work on inpatient units for adults, children, and adolescents. Courtney has worked at the only mental hospital for children in the state of Virginia as an activity therapist providing therapeutic interventions for a wide range of diagnoses. Courtney has provided in-the-moment interventions for school-age children that support regulation and reintegration. Courtney has also worked as an intensive care coordinator which enables her to pay specific detail to resources and wrap-around care. Through her diverse experience with groups and individuals, Courtney has been responsible for implementing many interventions that create an enhanced understanding of diagnoses, impart effective coping skills to manage symptoms, and increase one’s ability to self-regulate.
Courtney is practically passionate about supporting others to reach their full potential. Through the use of resources, she empowers in a nonjudgmental environment. Courtney’s person-centered and strength-based approach makes her suitable to the client who is driven but feels stuck or unsure where to start. Those clients navigating the challenges of adversity experiences could benefit from Courtney’s specific skill set.
I believe individuals have an innate sense of what they need and I am here to help you tap into that inner wisdom....
I believe individuals have an innate sense of what they need and I am here to help you tap into that inner wisdom.
Maggie O’Brien is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 8 years of experience helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self-esteem issues, and life transitions. She has worked in environments including schools, emergency services, residential programs, and community care. Her career has engendered the skills to develop rapport with clients, navigate community resources, and help individuals and families build on strengths and cultivate hope. Maggie believes a person-centered approach is essential for helping clients improve their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Maggie received her Master’s in Counseling from Boston College. She uses treatment methods including dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused brief therapy, and positive psychology. Maggie also incorporates wellness strategies such as mindfulness, nutrition, physical activity, and healthy sleep habits and routines.
Are you feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, unmotivated, or stuck? Are these difficulties impacting your ability to engage in life to the fullest? Reaching out for help is often the hardest step. Maggie is ready to work alongside you to discover your innate strengths and opportunities for growth.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for helping people in online therapy is first making sure online would be a good fit. The benefit of online therapy is the convenience.
The tools that I teach in online therapy are dependent on what the client has for a goal.
I know a client is making meaningful progress when everyday stresses seem more tolerable.
Clients can supplement their time in online therapy with in-person group work.
To prepare for your first online therapy session, you can simply come as you are!
With Thriveworks, Online therapy is an effective alternative to in-person therapy services in which a client can speak to a Thriveworks therapist remotely via online video conferencing. Online sessions are just as effective as in-person treatment, but they can also provide added benefits like reduced travel time, saving money on transportation or childcare, and increased access to care.
Online therapy works much like traditional in-person therapy but takes place through secure video conferencing. Clients can attend Online therapy from any safe place they choose that has access to the internet, whether that be their home or another easily accessible place. Like in-person treatment, a therapist will work with their client to address their concerns, create goals, and establish an effective treatment plan.
There is no best option for online therapy—instead, it’s best to focus on finding a provider that meets your specific needs and with whom you can form a professional connection with.
Yes, online therapy is just as effetive for many clients as in-person sessions.
Online therapy can last for a few months to years depending on the goals and symptoms of the client. The treatment process will be unique to each client and lend itself to their specific concerns, which means that the time it takes to treat them will always be different. Timing is also up to the client themselves; they are free to stop therapy whenever they please, especially if they feel they have reached their goals and addressed their concerns.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Fortunately, more and more people are opening themselves up to the idea of therapy and counseling. They are recognizing the need for help and asking for it—which is benefiting their lives in more ways than one. This means that more and more people are also discovering the benefits offered in online therapy, which allows one to work with their therapist online.
It’s up to you today to start making healthy choices. Not choices that are just healthy for your body, but healthy for your mind.”
It’s up to you today to start making healthy choices. Not choices
that are just healthy for your body, but healthy for your mind.”
–Steve Maraboli
Online counseling offers comfort, convenience, flexibility, and more benefits that you don’t always find in the traditional in-person approach to counseling. If you’re interested in experiencing these benefits for yourself, you’re in the perfect place. Thriveworks Framingham, MA now offers online therapy counseling, which can empower you to make meaningful progress with your therapist. If you’re ready to schedule your first online therapy session now, just call (508) 392-4269. And to find out more about online therapy counseling, keep reading!
As we touched on earlier, more people are turning to online therapy instead of the traditional in-person counseling. Online therapy, otherwise known as e-therapy, internet counseling, and cyber counseling, allows you to meet with your counselor, therapist, or psychologist via virtual means. This allows those who can’t find a qualified therapist in their area to receive the mental health care they’re looking for. It also offers a solution to those looking for a convenient therapy options that fits more readily into their already busy schedule.
If you decide to pursue online therapy, you’ll have a few options to choose from. You can work with your counselor over the phone, video chat, or email/text message:
Which option best suits you? If you prefer face-to-face interaction, video chat might be the best option for you. If, on the other hand, you prefer anonymity, phone counseling or email/text message might be the right online therapy option for you! Either way, a Thriveworks Framingham, MA therapist is happy to help.
Online therapy comes with many benefits, which means that it can help many different people. For example, it offers…
First, online therapy provides utmost comfort and convenience, as you can attend your session from the comfort and convenience of home. Additionally, it offers reliability: Because you can attend from home, or wherever you please, you don’t have to worry about missing your appointment because of a sickness, traffic, a physical disability, bad weather, or another external factor.
Additionally, online therapy is affordable. Many insurance companies now cover online therapy counseling services, and Thriveworks Framingham, MA offers affordable self-pay options as well. Finally online therapy is flexible. You can typically schedule an appointment much quicker than you would an in-person therapy session.
If you’re looking for mental health services in Framingham, consider working with an online therapist at Thriveworks Framingham, MA. Online therapy counseling offers the above benefits—comfort, convenience, reliability, affordability, and flexibility—and it enables you to make great progress with your therapist or counselor.
If you want to schedule your first online therapy appointment, give Thriveworks Framingham, MA a call at (508) 392-4269. Our team is ready to get to work when you are! Call us when you’re ready.
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