Optum Therapists in Massachusetts

I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and I hold a license in Massachusetts and Texas. I received my Master's degree at Wheelock College and have almost 10 years experience working with individuals and families. I have also worked with government agencies (DCF, DMH, VA) as well as local agencies who are focused on treating individuals with mental health symptoms.

I’m a mental health professional dedicated to supporting individuals on their wellness journey. With a Master's in Social Work from Florida A&M University and Florida State University, I specialize in various therapeutic approaches that help clients explore their challenges, develop coping strategies, and work towards their goals. With over 10 years of experience in medical and psychiatric social work, I have worked with adolescents, young adults, and the elderly. My passion lies in helping everyone find their best selves and navigate through life's difficulties. I strive to provide a safe and compassionate space for growth and healing.

I am an older adult who has spent my life in service to others, and have now gained the education, licensing, and experience to continue my life of caring as a therapist. I am a mother and grandmother and share my living space with my cat, Chai. I have worked in Family & Children services, Emergency services, and in Addiction Treatment centers. I have extensive training and experience in helping people recover from trauma, both one-time events and complex events over time. I am familiar with and knowledgeable about cults and manipulative relationships that use undue influence and gas-lighting. My approach is person-centered and strengths-based, and I see myself as an advocate to help you navigate your life.

***Please note: No current evening or weekend appointments available.*** Hello, hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of professional work experience. I am currently licensed in Arkansas, Massachusetts, Oregon, and Florida (tele-health only license). I have experience in helping clients with depression, anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I strongly believe “change your thoughts, change your life,” and using the CBT and Solutions-Focused approaches can help a person recognize how self-defeating thought patterns can hinder their growth.

After two decades in public education, I realized my true passion was helping people navigate life’s challenges on a deeper level. Becoming a therapist felt like a natural next step—one where I could use my ability to truly listen, think creatively, and see the whole picture to make a lasting impact. My work in schools, Major League Baseball, and private practice has given me a broad perspective and deep compassion for the struggles people face. With specialized training in different therapeutic modalities, I’m committed to offering personalized, evidence-based care to help clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to heal.

I am a bi-lingual and bi-cultural Licensed Certified Social Worker who received her Masters in Social Work from Boston College. I provide effective, transformative, and lasting life changes in children, adults, and families. I've worked with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, stress disorders, adjustment, relationship challenges, trauma, and mood disorders. I am passionate about providing a counseling environment that encourages respect, safety, trust, and honesty while tailoring each session to the clients' need.

Hello! My name is Alane and it is a pleasure to meet you! I have been a Licensed Mental Health Clinician since 2004 and started out my career in 2002 working as a Court Clinician. In this role, I began working with individuals who were placed on probation for some type of substance use or anger-management/domestic-related offense. Through the past 22 plus years, I have held roles in direct patient care (working with patients both individually and in group settings), clinical supervision of staff members, and program management for community-based outpatient mental health and substance use clinics. I have also worked in organizations that assist with MAT (Methadone, Suboxone/Buprenorphine, Vivitrol) for those seeking recovery from opioid and/or alcohol dependency. I am highly knowledgeable about court ordered programs, such as 1st, 2nd, or multiple DUI offenses and am highly skilled in conducting substance use and mental health assessments. I specialize in working with adults that present with mental/emotional health, substance use/addiction, and/or life’s basic challenges. I am highly skilled in working with individuals with anxiety disorders and other mood-related disorders, and those with co-occurring disorders.

Hi! My name is Heather and I am a Licensed Social Worker from Massachusetts. I work with children, teens and adults using a variety of therapeutic techniques including Play Therapy, TF-CBT, CBT, and Collaborative Problem Solving. I really enjoy supporting clients in understanding their struggle / worry points and working to not only process those, but also to build skills that can be used to work through them and help with resiliency for the future.

I am a therapist and have lived and worked both in the Springfield area and Cape Cod. I have worked in private practice and in community mental health agencies. My favorite thing about this work is getting to watch my clients grow, move outside of the box they’ve confined themselves to, spread their wings and fly! I will help you determine the areas of your life that you want to work on and we will work on this together, as a team.

I received my masters from Northcentral University in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have been practicing for 6 years. I have worked with individuals of all backgrounds. I help couples resolve conflict and increase intimacy and also help individuals struggling with a sense of self discover their strength, defeat their fears and challenges so they can achieve their goals and thrive.

Hi. My name is Jeidy Crawford, LCSW providing tele-health services for those located in MA, NC, SC. I graduated with my masters from the University of Pennsylvania and have 12 years experience. I offer individual therapy for adults looking to build on their strengths. I start with understanding where you are now and obstacles you are facing. I help you identify your goals and make a plan to reach them.

Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times but you do not have to navigate these challenges alone. Everyone deserves to have a warm, welcoming and safe place where they can feel heard, empowered and learn ways to live a life full of meaning, happiness, self-love, fulfillment, autonomy and dignity. Do you want to create change in your life? Do you want to learn ways to better cope with difficult situations? Do you want to become the best version of yourself? I believe that everyone has the potential to thrive and shine in their purpose. Let me help you with your journey. I am a Hispanic, Bilingual, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I obtained a masters degree in mental health counseling with a concentration in forensics from the University of Massachusetts Boston. I have worked in the community, psychiatric facilities, as an in home therapist and outpatient therapist. Throughout the years I have helped clients of all ages manage their mental health and live in their purpose. My work primarily focuses on the relationship with the self and moves towards the relationship with others and various systems. I have extensive experience working with Anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, PTSD, substance use, racial trauma, ethical non-monogamy and open relationships, as well as many other situations and struggles. I also pride my self in providing quality services to ethnic and racial minorities, dismantling systems of oppression, increasing social justice and providing advocacy for individuals who look like me, which is a very prime and important aspect of my work. “Freeing yourself was one thing, claiming ownership of that freed self was another.” -Toni Morrison *ONLY ACCEPTING CLIENTS 21 AND OLDER, FOR INDIVIDUAL THERAPY. NO COUPLES*

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts and received my master's degree in counseling in 2021. Previously, I had over 15 years of working in health care and the human services field. I am a dedicated practitioner, with a true passion for working with individuals striving to show up in life as the best and most authentic version of themselves.

Hello, my name is Lauren. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience treating individual adults who struggle with anxiety, family issues and life transitions. I frequently work with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as well as Mindfulness practices and family systems. I have been trained and have many years of experience with CBT as well.

Hi,I am an experienced clinical social worker who has practiced psychotherapy,Play therapy and grief and loss therapy for 42 years. I serve very young children(3-10yrs.)and young families with learning Play Therapy increase bonding and communication skills.Additionally, I work with older adults ( 75+ ) who are in grief and depression searching for purpose and processing their life experience. My strength is an expertise in listening and quickly getting to the issues and encourage movement to change clients circumstances.

Hi! I am a licensed mental health counselor and art therapist in Massachusetts, and have been practicing here since 2013. I call myself an art therapist because I received my masters in art therapy and counseling from southwestern College in Santa Fe NM in 2010. I enjoy working with adult women and young adult women who are experiencing anxiety, depression, or life transitions.

Short-term counseling with an experienced professional to clarify thoughts and feelings, learn mental health management skills and plan for mental health and wellness. Possible topics include general mental health questions, improving mental health, goal setting, building cognitive and behavioral skills, dealing with life transitions, and clarifying thoughts and feelings. I am not licensed in treatment of substance abuse or addictions. I do not do court related work. Adults only.

My name is Danielle DaRocha and I am from Puerto Rico. I have been practicing mental health counseling for about 10 years. I love my culture and my work and often try and bring culture and fun into my sessions with clients. I like to use humor to help clients feel safe and comfortable and I will often use metaphors for guided learning. I am a bookworm and will on occasion recommend helpful reading material to my clients.

I have a history of working with clients in community and university mental health clinical settings. I have an interest in complex trauma and how that has shaped a person's sense of self. My goal is to work with clients to improve quality of life, reduce shame and guilt and provide a senes of overall self compassion and self worth.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or weighed down by lingering sadness? Do you find yourself stuck in patterns that don't make sense, but feel hard to change? Are your relationships leaving you frustrated or emotionally drained? If any of this sounds familiar, you're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts and Florida, I work with adults of all ages to help uncover root causes, build insight, and create meaningful change.

My name is Alyssa Koch and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals on their journey to deeper self-discovery and satisfaction with life. I believe that I can help you build self-confidence and self-esteem while developing healthy coping skills to better handle stress. As a licensed therapist and social worker, my values drive my work. I respect, understand and compassionately treat all individuals. I create a safe, welcoming space for all clients and value their experiences through active listening and empathy.

My name is Brooke McKenzie and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and over 20 years of experience in clinical practice. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work with individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and more. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, in both private and public practice. My work has taken me to diverse settings, including state hospitals, jails, courtrooms, schools, and private offices. I have a strong commitment to providing quality services to my clients and strive to ensure that each individual is able to get the best possible care. My experience and expertise in the field of mental health allow me to provide a comprehensive approach to treatment, including the use of cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and cognitive reprocessing. I am also trained in the use of mind-body therapies, such as meditation to help my clients manage their stress and anxiety. I have a passion for helping people to make positive changes in their lives and take steps towards improved health and well-being. My commitment to my clients’ health and well-being is the cornerstone of my practice and I am dedicated to helping people reach their potential.

Hello, I am Christina Sharp. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Missouri and went on to get my clinical license (LCSW). I reside in Missouri and I am licensed in Missouri, Nevada, Illinois and Massachusetts. I have worked for clinics and have seen clients in-person, via telehealth, and in-home. I now have my own private practice and see client's via telehealth. I am a wife and a mother to an amazing young daughter, who I love to spend my off time with. I am also an animal lover with three of my own; my 8yr old dog Phoenix, and my litter-mate 11yr old cats Radar and Ziva. My self-care includes spending time out in nature with my family, including getting my hands dirty in my garden. I enjoy reading and spending quality time with my young child. Over the winter months, I also enjoy crocheting and learning new skills.

Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Massachusetts. I received my Master's Degree from Boston College and have been practicing for 6+ years. I have experience working in community mental health, outpatient, and inpatient psychiatric settings. As a therapist, I have worked with all ages, primarily adolescents and adults, and populations including those with chronic health issues, DV survivors, and those recently released from incarceration. I am also an LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, sex work, racial justice, and kink allied therapist and support harm reduction.

One of the most important things you can do is start the journey to understanding and living your own truth. This is a guiding force in my practice. My name is Kelly Broderick and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts and a Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) in South Carolina. I have over seven years of experience working with individuals and groups in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. I have significant experience from my forensic background, working in specialized prisons and outpatient work with vulnerable populations. I am Telehealth only at this time and for the foreseeable future. I work with adults and adolescents, both in individual and group settings. My specialties include addiction, anxiety, depression, codependency, family conflict, communication, grief and loss and forensic therapeutic work.