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53  therapists available in Watertown

Quincy

I believe it’s important for all patients, regardless of age, to have access to top-quality mental health services....

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Cambridge

I believe everyone should be treated as a human and an individual, so I try to be as genuine as possible while making sure that th...

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Westborough

The world can feel very loud and overwhelming, and I am here to help guide you through the difficult times that life can bring and...

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Quincy

Starting therapy is a courageous first step to making changes and feeling empowered....

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Quincy

Kelsey Quinn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has been working in the mental health field for 10 years collaborati...

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Leominster

I offer a warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative approach that honors each client’s story while supporting healing, growth, and ...

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Attleboro

As a veteran who has experienced loss both within my own family and during my service, I hope to help others recover and process p...

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Quincy

I am passionate about destigmatizing mental health and addictions. I provide a respectful and non-judgmental approach to all of my...

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Worcester

As one who has experience in providing trauma-informed care, I have an in-depth understanding of how we are affected by traumatic ...

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Cambridge

As a trained physician, experienced oriental medicine practitioner, and PhD medical researcher, I believe in a holistic approach t...

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Framingham

I am dedicated to helping adults and adolescents navigate life's challenges and achieve personal growth through compassionate and ...

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Cambridge

As a bilingual psychologist and psychotherapist, Harvard researcher, and Catholic Deacon with over 30 years of experience, I bring...

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Cambridge

As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key to your success in therapy, where you ca...

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Salem

As a person of color, I understand the importance of feeling seen, heard, and culturally understood in therapy, and I am committed...

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Boston

I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW)....

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Cambridge

I desire to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—no story sanitation and no respectability performances—because...

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Boston

I strive to help each client utilize their strengths to improve their quality of life through a queer, sober, neurodivergent-infor...

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Salem

I am dedicated to creating a safe, empathetic space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings....

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Cambridge

Engaging in therapy is an act of courage and self-love. As a therapist I am committed to helping my clients build on this momentum...

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Leominster

I work to make sure that my clients feel empowered and not stigmatized by any mental health issues that they are experiencing....

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Worcester

As a former member of a special operations military unit, I understand and can empathize with directly- and indirectly-related iss...

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Attleboro

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working with adults and teenagers, as well ove...

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Worcester

Finding clarity is not about knowing all the answers, but learning to trust the quiet voice guiding you home....

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Cambridge

As a straight cis-gendered white male, I have tried to build my cultural competence and sexual/gender understanding to advocate an...

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Salem

I use a person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral approach for all clients, offering a non-judgmental, caring, and e...

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Cambridge

I’ve had the privilege of working in a wide range of mental health settings, from substance abuse treatment facilities to crisis s...

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Boston

I will create a secured atmosphere where clients will feel appreciated and will obtain the highest quality of care while working t...

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Lexington

As a survivor of many adverse childhood experiences, I have an authentic understanding of the impact trauma can have throughout ou...

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Cambridge

Having spent time in substance use treatment and partial hospitalization programs, I have experience working with clients to figur...

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Cambridge

I am passionate about assisting client's identify their goals and achieve them by promoting a positive outlook and providing an ex...

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Cambridge

I'm here to listen, help you reflect, and strategize for new insights and healthy changes....

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Boston

As a woman of color, I understand the importance of intersectionality and cultural competence and their impact on mental health....

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Salem

As a biracial woman of color, I'm here to start or continue the healing and growth process where you are right now....

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Quincy

It takes a lot of strength for individuals to engage in counseling, and I understand the importance of building trust and rapport ...

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Quincy

As a woman in long-term recovery, a parent in a same-sex committed relationship who went through years of infertility and has four...

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Boston

I have been providing therapy for individuals and couples since 2006....

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Cambridge

As a queer Latina woman with extensive experience treating patients with trauma, depression, anxiety, and more, I look forward to ...

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Quincy

Caring and creative licensed professional with over 20 years' combined experience in education, mental health, and healthcare sect...

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Attleboro

Asking for help can be overwhelming, but confronting choices on a daily basis can become easier with the right support system in p...

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Worcester

As a therapist with over 17 years of experience in helping people who are struggling with a wide range issues, I work to create an...

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Attleboro

Navigating life struggles can be challenging in ways it can feel too overwhelming. I am here to guide you through overcoming those...

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Brookline

I have a very strong skill set in treating those patients that have suffered trauma in their lives....

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Boston

As a passionate clinician, navigating the challenging experience of life, I look forward to meeting with you as we embark on a jou...

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Brookline

Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker in Boston, MA. She specializes in treating individuals who struggle wit...

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Leominster

Meghan Kelley is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Meg has expe...

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Salem

My approach to care is meeting clients exactly where they are, using a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach to help people liv...

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Attleboro

As a biracial woman who has faced personal trauma and loss, I’ve transformed my pain, anger, and grief into resilience, learning t...

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Cambridge

The mind is like an iceberg. It floats with one seventh of its bulk above water - Sigmund Freud...

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Cambridge

As a USAF veteran and psychotherapist, I bring both compassion and resilience to our work together, and I'm here to walk beside yo...

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Newton

I have a wide range of experience with behavioral health disorders that include bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood ...

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Cambridge

As a person-centered clinician with a multicultural background, I focus on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space for individuals wo...

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Framingham

As a biracial, multi-cultured woman, I understand the unique issues of people from varying cultures, backgrounds, classes, and env...

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Westborough

I'll help you process, organize, and clarify your values and priorities to make choices and decisions that will help you accomplis...

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Starting Addiction in Watertown

What is addiction counseling?

Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in Watertown, MA can help people manage their urges to use the substance or engage in the activity they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their addiction, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those whose addiction may stem from issues like trauma.

How does addiction counseling work?

Addiction counseling at Thriveworks in Watertown, MA works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their addiction, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing addiction counseling can also help to prevent relapse.

Is addiction counseling conducted in person or online?

Addiction counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does addiction counseling last?

The length of addiction counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their addiction, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in addiction counseling in the first weeks to months.

Need more help deciding?

Addiction Counseling and Therapy in Watertown, MA—Watertown Addiction Counselors

Realizing that you might have a problem can be both scary and freeing. The former is obvious—this is a frightening realization to make. However, this realization is also the first step in learning to manage your addiction and freeing yourself from a life that revolves around your addiction. If you are in a situation in which alcohol, drugs, porn, gambling, shopping, or another form of addiction is controlling your life, please take the next important step: reach out for help.

Thriveworks Counseling in Watertown, MA has a team of addiction counselors and therapists who know how to help people work through their addiction. This isn’t an easy journey, but it is one that will benefit the rest of your life. These professionals can help you understand what has led to your addiction, how you can manage it, and how you can stay sober. They will walk with you throughout your journey and provide you with support every step of the way.

If you think you could benefit from addiction counseling, consider contacting our office. We can get you scheduled with an onsite or online appointment now.

Am I Exhibiting Symptoms of Addiction?

If you have a hunch that you might be addicted to something or you’re worried that you’re in dangerous territory, take stock and have a look at some telltale signs and indicators of addiction. Ask yourself the following questions:

  • Is your life consumed by your addiction to the point where it’s more important than your family, your livelihood, and your friends?
  • Do you find yourself consuming more and more of what you’re addicted to in order to just stay “normal”? Has your tolerance level risen?
  • Are you living more and more of a secret life, where your addiction is in one larger “box” and everything else is in a separate, smaller (and getting even smaller) “box”?
  • Are you embarrassed or feel ashamed of your habit? Do you want to stop but just can’t?

The fact that you’re even asking these questions of yourself is a reason to congratulate yourself. If you’ve “yes,” to any number of the questions above, it’s time to take the next step in reaching out for help.

Reaching out for Help from an Addiction Counselor

The next step towards recovering and living well is reaching out for professional help. Thriveworks Counseling has addiction counselors who can provide you with this help by offering:

  • Group therapy with other addicts
  • Individual therapy to get to the heart of your addiction, understand it, and manage it
  • Family therapy to guide you and your loved ones through the healing process

Therapy is the keystone of addiction treatment. Please consider calling Thriveworks Counseling in Watertown, MA to determine your counseling needs and continue taking the next crucial steps toward wellness.

Schedule Addiction Counseling at Thriveworks in Watertown

Admitting to yourself that you might have an addiction is no easy feat. Admitting to someone else that you might have an addiction and need help isn’t easy either. However, both of these steps are worth taking. We want you to know that there is help available to you. In fact, Thriveworks Counseling has counselors who specialize in offering clients addiction help. We can get you started with addiction counseling as soon as this week.

To schedule an addiction counseling session at Thriveworks in Watertown, just contact our office. We’ll have both in-person and online appointments available. Please choose whichever type of therapy you feel most comfortable with.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Watertown accept 28 insurance plans

  • 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

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at Watertown
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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My clinician is super capable and able to flex to my needs depending on what's going on week by week. We have a good report from years of knowing each other, and she doesn't need reminding of my back story or narrative. I really appreciate her thoughtfulness and attention to detail, and ability to call me out or push back on a narrative that she knows may or may not be helpful or reality
Read more My clinician is super capable and able to flex to my needs depending on what's going on week by week. We have a good report from years of knowing each other, and she doesn't need reminding of my back story or narrative. I really appreciate her thoughtfulness and attention to detail, and ability to call me out or push back on a narrative that she knows may or may not be helpful or reality
James Sep 2025
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★★★★★
Sophia is a great listener and also challenges me by asking questions that make me think about myself and my feelings. She doesn't tell me how I feel or what I should think, but rather gets me to evaluate myself and how I could feel better. . This has helped me look at my situation with a different lens and has helped me form a more positive mindset. I really appreciate her style and all the help she has provided to me over the years.
Read more Sophia is a great listener and also challenges me by asking questions that make me think about myself and my feelings. She doesn't tell me how I feel or what I should think, but rather gets me to evaluate myself and how I could feel better. . This has helped me look at my situation with a different lens and has helped me form a more positive mindset. I really appreciate her style and all the help she has provided to me over the years.
Kathleen Sep 2025
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★★★★★
Sophia is wonderful to work with. She is a great listener, gives great advice, and provides me with strategies to work on to help improve my everyday life.
Victoria Apr 2025
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★★★★★
I've always been skeptical of going to therapy, as I went when I was a kid and it didn't work. I started seeing Courtney in June 2024 and I can't thank her enough for how much she has helped me grow. She's with me every step of the way and goes above and beyond for me, even answering emails at all hours when I really need her.
Read more I've always been skeptical of going to therapy, as I went when I was a kid and it didn't work. I started seeing Courtney in June 2024 and I can't thank her enough for how much she has helped me grow. She's with me every step of the way and goes above and beyond for me, even answering emails at all hours when I really need her.
Arria Apr 2025
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★★★★★
My provider is wonderful. She listens without judgment and really understands what I am going through.
Kathleen Mar 2025
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Where to find us

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Address

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85 Main St Suite 3R Watertown, MA 02472

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Watertown is located at the intersection of Main St and John Sonny Whooley Way, which becomes Cross St once you pass our office and continue through this intersection. We share a building with Lutheran Child & Family Services and Beaverbrook STEP, Inc.

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Phone number

(617) 958-5773
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Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Portuguese
  • English
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Hours

Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
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

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Wednesday 8:00am - 11:59pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:59pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:59pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:59pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:59pm

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