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Our providers offer psychotherapy in Amherst, MA

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98  therapists available in Amherst

Watertown

I am so glad you've taken this brave step towards seeking support, and I am here to listen and work with you to navigate whatever ...

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Attleboro

As an experienced therapist, I am passionate about helping people and focusing on achieving their goals, and I am excited to learn...

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Newton

As an African American male, I understand the unique challenges associated with engaging with a mental health professional. Throug...

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Lexington

People who want to climb Mt. Everest and make it back safely often hire a highly skilled guide—frequently one of the famous indige...

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Leominster

Ashley Kitchen-Sweet is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 8 years of specialized experience in guiding adults through d...

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Salem

As an individual who has worked with a wide variety of individuals from all backgrounds, I have come to understand the importance ...

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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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Lexington

I believe healing is a personal journey of self-discovery — a return to the innate worth, wholeness, and strength we each carry wi...

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Quincy

As a man of color from a diverse cultural background, I understand the need to provide culturally appropriate care for patients an...

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Worcester

As a dedicated Clinician, I am here to help overwhelming feelings not to detour us from our true authentic selves....

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Salem

Stephen Medina is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 7 years of experience providing care to children, adolescents,...

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Somerville

As a therapist who has been in the field for 9 years, I understand how complex each individual's story can be....

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Salem

Christine Burgess is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has 15 years of experience working with adolescent...

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Lexington

As a woman who has experienced generational family conflict, personal trauma, and profound loss, I understand both the pain that l...

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Worcester

I believe that healing is possible no matter how hard your life experiences have been, and I’m honored to serve you on that journe...

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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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Attleboro

I use a holistic approach to treating unwanted behaviors by challenging the cognitive lens and encouraging self-awareness, self-lo...

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Newton

Peter Camden is a Licensed Individual and Family Therapist (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in the state of Massachusetts and Rho...

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Cambridge

As a bilingual Latina therapist, I provide a safe and supportive space to explore your inner world and grow into your best self, n...

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Salem

I believe in working collaboratively with my clients, meeting them where they are and utilizing strengths to explore solutions....

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Boston

As a woman of color and a mom myself, I understand the issues our different communities are presented with on a daily basis with ...

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Cambridge

As a Black Haitian-American woman, I understand what it means to be different, among many other things....

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Boston

Having spent over a decade in the U.S. as an immigrant from China, I understand the unique challenges faced by those with multicul...

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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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Leominster

I create a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen and supported, drawing from my professional experience an...

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Quincy

As someone who views mental health as essential to well-being and self-care, I understand the challenges of navigating through thi...

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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

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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Cambridge

Cody Doucette is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychological Services. He has a pass...

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Cambridge

I understand how quietly heavy life can feel—even when everything looks “fine” on the outside....

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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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Leominster

I understand the importance of finding the courage to raise your voice, to speak your truth, to walk in hope....

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Lexington

I firmly believe that everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and supported....

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Leominster

I offer mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to deepen self-awareness as a means of healing....

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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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Brookline

As individuals, our lived experiences and perspectives are inherently unique to us....

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Worcester

As a young woman, I understand the challenges that academic, work, and family stress can present....

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Framingham

As a compassionate therapist with diverse experience in clinical psychology, I'm dedicated to helping you navigate life's challeng...

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Leominster

Talking has a curative quality. It allows us to gain access to thoughts and feelings we could have been previously unaware of....

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Boston

As a seasoned Christian counselor, I offer unbiased, warm, supportive counseling to all who are needing hope and help wherever the...

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Somerville

As a clinician with experience in outpatient clinics and other community-based settings, I have developed the ability to meet and ...

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Framingham

As an individual who struggled with depression and anxiety in the past, I understand the difficulty that one goes through carrying...

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Westborough

Clients often share that they feel truly heard and supported with me, and that together we’re able to bring clarity, balance, and ...

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Leominster

As a person who lives with chronic pain, I understand the connection between the mind and body in a unique way....

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Framingham

Lena Nganga is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than 15 years of experience assisting teens, adults...

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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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Boston

As a woman of Color who has experienced several cultures, religions, and walks of life, I have the open-mindedness to meet people ...

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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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Framingham

As a psychoanalyst, I use a client-centered, holistic approach that prioritizes the human being beyond the diagnosis, and connects...

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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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Cambridge

I seek to understand the complexities of what it means to be human in a rapidly changing environment....

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Cambridge

I like to focus on a fun way to get to the root of the diagnosis in a judgment-free zone!...

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Framingham

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...

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Leominster

My professional and personal experience allow me to understand the complexities of being human....

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Leominster

My passion as a clinician lies in helping people to grow into the best versions of themselves through highlighting and building on...

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Lexington

I am grateful for the long life I’ve lived so far and hopeful for many more years. Through clients and coworkers, I’ve learned tha...

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Attleboro

As an empathetic individual it is Tiffany's passion to help people of all kinds through therapeutic skill, technique and cultural ...

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Worcester

I'm passionate about creating a safe and judgement-free space where you can explore, heal, and grow into your best self; together,...

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Salem

As a long-term career therapist, I have a passion for my work and feel privileged to work with those who share their heartfelt cha...

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Lexington

As a young woman who has allowed self-esteem, confidence, and anxiety to get in the way of life, I understand how difficult it can...

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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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Newton

Starting therapy is a leap of faith— it means trusting someone to be there at vulnerable moments....

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Attleboro

I look forward to holding a safe space for clients to explore their current challenges....

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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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Cambridge

I hope to create an expressive and creative space for all walks of life by learning from one another, building a relationship, and...

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Framingham

Courtney Council is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and a second Master’s in the A...

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Westborough

I strive to create a non-judgemental and compassionate therapeutic relationship to help you navigate through life’s challenges....

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Boston

As a psycho-dynamically trained therapist, Raef believes relationship building is the root of all lasting change. His goal in ther...

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Boston

As a lesbian-identified woman of color, I understand the unique issue of identity exploration....

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Newton

I want to help you recognize your strengths and make healthy choices to enhance your sense of life satisfaction and fulfillment....

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Boston

By deciding to come to therapy, you are taking the first step in a journey that I hope will be meaningful and insightful....

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Salem

I am an empathetic and experienced therapist dedicated to helping clients achieve personal growth and emotional well-being....

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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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Boston

As a DBT-Trained clinician, I understand that sometimes individuals just need someone to walk the path of life with while figuring...

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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

Like you, I hold many identities (i.e. queer, neurodivergent, female, etc) and I recognize that each of your unique identities is ...

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Boston

As a gay cisgender bicultural man of color, I understand the unique challenges of identity exploration and intersectionality....

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Lexington

Pinelopi Dovinos is a psychotherapist with a Master’s Degree in Social Work and Certification in Gender and sexuality (queer stu...

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Cambridge

My goal is to create a safe space where folks feel seen, heard, and comfortable sharing their struggles — together, we'll work on ...

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Cambridge

I understand the complex and dynamic needs associated with mental health challenges—and can help you fulfill those needs....

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Attleboro

As a second-generation Asian woman of color, I have the insight and compassion of feeling different and empowering self-esteem to ...

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Lexington

Starting therapy can often be a daunting task; my goal is to provide a comfortable and supportive therapeutic environment in which...

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Boston

As a provider with 10 years of experience, I am committed to exploring emotional depth and believe in the profound impact of facin...

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Westborough

As a practitioner and advocate for mindfulness, I facilitate a milieu to make a client feel validated, to recover one’s voice, and...

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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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Cambridge

As a human being, I understand the myriad of psychiatric, psychological, and mental health problems that humans face throughout th...

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Cambridge

I love helping individuals become the greatest versions of themselves....

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Cambridge

As a queer-identified clinician who works with an eclectic style of specialities, I understand the importance of client-centered a...

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Boston

Amanda Wayne is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has had the great fortune to work with clients of all ages, ethn...

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Attleboro

As a bicultural and trilingual woman and mother, I understand issues of culture and ethnicity, as well as parenting....

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Cambridge

Margaret Oloyede is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practioner with 8 years of experience treating adults who are struggling to ...

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Quincy

With so many years working in the mental health and substance abuse fields, I understand the needs of my clients and can help them...

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Cambridge

Jennifer Royster is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has experience working with diverse populations acro...

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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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Cambridge

Having worked in various settings with individuals, children, and families in their homes and through outpatient therapy I have be...

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Salem

As an experienced individual and family therapist, I respect and recognize the vulnerability and the strength of taking that first...

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Starting Psychotherapy in Amherst

What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is a mental health service directed at treating assorted mental health conditions and disorders. The goal of this treatment is to improve a client’s daily functioning, ability to manage symptoms, and overall life satisfaction.

How does psychotherapy work?

Psychotherapy works by employing a variety of therapeutic approaches, depending on a client’s symptoms and concerns, in an effort to adjust perspectives, change behaviors, mitigate mental health symptoms, and address any other goals established by the client and therapist. Making these adjustments will usually involve talking about one’s past experiences, emotional introspection, making connections between emotions and behaviors, and many other practices.

Is psychotherapy conducted in person or online?

Psychotherapy at Thriveworks in Amherst, MA is conducted both in person and virtually via online counseling. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does psychotherapy last?

Thriveworks Amherst psychotherapy is highly individualized, and its duration will be dependent on the goals, condition, symptoms, and overall needs of the client. Some may only require a month or two of treatment before deciding that their therapy journey is complete, while others might spend years receiving treatment.

Need more help deciding?

The Benefits of Psychotherapy – Thriveworks Amherst, MA  

Therapy, such as that offered at Thriveworks Amherst, can be very effective. Scientifically conducted research consistently demonstrated the value of psychotherapy and mental health counseling. Even brief therapy can be very effective treatment for common mental health problems. Effective psychotherapy and mental health counseling have repeatedly shown to result in happier and healthier lives for those who participate in it. If you think you could benefit from talking to a psychologist, reach out to Thriveworks Amherst, MA today.

 Effectiveness of Psychotherapy  

There is hope for those suffering from a mental health disorder. Over 3,000 scientific studies and 300 summaries of studies have found that psychological therapies consistently result in effective and positive outcomes. They also show that psychotherapy is effective across all ages, from children to adults to the elderly, and across settings ranging from independent practices to community centers to day programs at hospitals.

Psychotherapy is clearly effective treatment for various people in a wide range of settings. It can help with a range of challenges including:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Substance abuse
  • Grief
  • Trauma
  • Relationship Issues
  • So much more

Client Satisfaction and Psychotherapy

Studies consistently find that most people prefer psychotherapy over taking medications. There is less likely to be negative or harmful results from psychotherapy where every medication has its side effects that must be monitored. Also, when a client chooses a therapeutic method that fits his or her needs or preferences, there is a higher probability of a positive outcome.

To summarize, there is overwhelming evidence that has come from scientifically conducted research that the value of psychotherapy, even brief therapy, as an effective treatment for common mental health problems is well established and more often than not results in happier and healthier lives for people who participate in it.

Schedule a Session at Thriveworks Amherst  

Given the overwhelming evidence of the effectiveness and benefits of psychological therapy, it seems clear that a therapist at Thriveworks Amherst can help you cope with whatever problem or issue that you may be struggling with. Thriveworks Amherst offers appointments at various times and days so that you may schedule an appointment at a time that works for you.  There’s never a waiting list and many new clients can meet with their provider within the same week as scheduling. Plus, since Thriveworks Amherst accepts most major insurance plans, getting the help you need can be more affordable than you thought.

Our therapists are all trained, licensed, and have years of experience treating people who eventually reduce, and sometimes eliminate, the symptoms of mental health conditions that have persistently troubled them for some time. So, take the first step toward healing by scheduling an appointment with a therapist at Thriveworks Amherst now by calling 413-634-4805.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Amherst accept 25 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 Amherst
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

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★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Amherst is located in the same building as Yoga Center Amherst and Mexcalito Taco Bar. We are right by the intersection of Kellogg Ave and Boltwood Walk, and nearby is the intersection of Kellogg Ave and N Pleasant Street. Near this intersection is Build Yoga and Wellness, The Halal Cart, Richard’s Coin Exchange, and a US Post Office.

Phone number

(413) 340-5164

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • English
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