Aetna Therapists in Swampscott, MA
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Now welcoming new clients for immediate openings: Therapy is sometimes like trying to untangle a great big knot from the inside out. I am there to guide you in choosing which strands to look at first, which ones to save for later and how to cope with the emotions that are released with the loosening of each string.
Now welcoming new clients for immediate openings: Therapy is sometimes like trying to untangle a great big knot from the inside out. I am there to guide you in choosing which strands to look at first, which ones to save for later and how to cope with the emotions that are released with the loosening of each string.
Rachelle Linda Goldberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
For more than 30 years I have worked to help people find their strengths, clarify their needs and enrich their relationships and lives.
I have eleven years of graduate and post-graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy and have led Marriage Encounter weekends for thirty years with my husband.
I see therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client where I help my clients with resources for general health and wellness, self-growth and exploration.
No one should have to face life's crises alone. I look forward to working with you.
For more than 30 years I have worked to help people find their strengths, clarify their needs and enrich their relationships and lives.
I have eleven years of graduate and post-graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy and have led Marriage Encounter weekends for thirty years with my husband.
I see therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client where I help my clients with resources for general health and wellness, self-growth and exploration.
No one should have to face life's crises alone. I look forward to working with you.
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My primary goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where personal growth and healing can naturally unfold. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, thoughtfully tailored to meet each client's unique needs. I am deeply passionate about supporting young adults, women, children, and families in recognizing their inherent strengths, processing their emotions, and challenging the negative messages that impact self-esteem. Together, we can work to cultivate positive change and meaningful growth.
My primary goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where personal growth and healing can naturally unfold. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities, thoughtfully tailored to meet each client's unique needs. I am deeply passionate about supporting young adults, women, children, and families in recognizing their inherent strengths, processing their emotions, and challenging the negative messages that impact self-esteem. Together, we can work to cultivate positive change and meaningful growth.
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Lindita Murrizi
Mental Health Counselor , MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Sometimes life is full of challenges and unwelcome stress, and I am here to help and support you through the tough times in your life. Whether or not you have received counseling before, it takes insight and courage to reach out for professional help. My goal is to help clients overcome obstacles in order to find peace and contentment. Each client is unique and adapting techniques to fit the individual is considered vital to the success of therapy.
Sometimes life is full of challenges and unwelcome stress, and I am here to help and support you through the tough times in your life. Whether or not you have received counseling before, it takes insight and courage to reach out for professional help. My goal is to help clients overcome obstacles in order to find peace and contentment. Each client is unique and adapting techniques to fit the individual is considered vital to the success of therapy.
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Ashley Valcourt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing one-on-one therapy in a safe and supportive environment. I specialize in relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. My approach to therapy is to "make it make sense". I believe that when you understand the origin and evolution of your struggles and place it within the context of your personality and family history, you will become more empowered in your life. When you become the master of your life, you will feel competent and capable to achieve your goals, overcome your struggles, and live life balanced and fulfilled.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing one-on-one therapy in a safe and supportive environment. I specialize in relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. My approach to therapy is to "make it make sense". I believe that when you understand the origin and evolution of your struggles and place it within the context of your personality and family history, you will become more empowered in your life. When you become the master of your life, you will feel competent and capable to achieve your goals, overcome your struggles, and live life balanced and fulfilled.
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Betsy Lang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CT, MSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Thanatologist, and a musician my unique practice blends two life passions, built on privacy, respect and trust, but most importantly, focusing on hope. I serve people struggling with the fears of life threatening illnesses and life altering transitions. With extended experience I help people cope with past traumas, including stress, anxiety, and depression caused by these fears and losses. Losses may include job, financial security, health, or relationships. Losses alter our lives, causing us to question the meaning of life, and re-prioritize what is important.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Thanatologist, and a musician my unique practice blends two life passions, built on privacy, respect and trust, but most importantly, focusing on hope. I serve people struggling with the fears of life threatening illnesses and life altering transitions. With extended experience I help people cope with past traumas, including stress, anxiety, and depression caused by these fears and losses. Losses may include job, financial security, health, or relationships. Losses alter our lives, causing us to question the meaning of life, and re-prioritize what is important.
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Jay Carey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907
***WE'RE ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS INTO OUR GROUP PRACTICE (of which I am a partner)*** Are you ready to live a better version of your life? Is it time to release your sense of feeling stuck? Do you find yourself saying internally that “this shouldn’t hurt anymore”? Have you experienced painful or even horrible life events, and struggle to make peace with your past? Are you overcome with deep sadness, excessive worrying, pandemic anxiety, or having trouble meeting your goals? Are you ready to heal but not sure where to start?
***WE'RE ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS INTO OUR GROUP PRACTICE (of which I am a partner)*** Are you ready to live a better version of your life? Is it time to release your sense of feeling stuck? Do you find yourself saying internally that “this shouldn’t hurt anymore”? Have you experienced painful or even horrible life events, and struggle to make peace with your past? Are you overcome with deep sadness, excessive worrying, pandemic anxiety, or having trouble meeting your goals? Are you ready to heal but not sure where to start?
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I believe that in pain and struggle there is also resilience, strength and even opportunity. Therapy is a process of growth and self understanding that leads to relief and change. I work with clients facing many challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and work problems. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, I welcome all people, including LGBTQ+, ethnic racial minorities and anyone who may have felt othered due to their identities.
I believe that in pain and struggle there is also resilience, strength and even opportunity. Therapy is a process of growth and self understanding that leads to relief and change. I work with clients facing many challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and work problems. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, I welcome all people, including LGBTQ+, ethnic racial minorities and anyone who may have felt othered due to their identities.
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Are you looking for support in this complex journey called life? I am here for you. My ideal client is someone seeking meaning, clarity, and growth amidst the challenges of relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, or anger. Together, we'll embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey towards empowerment, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. I believe in the power of our connection and will guide you through psychodynamic principles, exploring relationships and existential aspects along the way.
Are you looking for support in this complex journey called life? I am here for you. My ideal client is someone seeking meaning, clarity, and growth amidst the challenges of relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, or anger. Together, we'll embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey towards empowerment, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. I believe in the power of our connection and will guide you through psychodynamic principles, exploring relationships and existential aspects along the way.
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My clients desire overall mindbody, holistic wellness and are willing to engage in self-study to live a more examined and fulfilling life. Together, we build the therapy alliance to identify strengths and needs and co-select the most appropriate resources to foster learning, growth, and change.
My clients desire overall mindbody, holistic wellness and are willing to engage in self-study to live a more examined and fulfilling life. Together, we build the therapy alliance to identify strengths and needs and co-select the most appropriate resources to foster learning, growth, and change.
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Phil Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.
Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.
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Laura Sharon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907
Are you a new parent or caregiver? Are you experiencing surprising new challenges as your family grows? This transition is one of the most impactful and meaningful experiences you will have. It can be difficult and scary to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors that do not always align with this new identity.
Are you a new parent or caregiver? Are you experiencing surprising new challenges as your family grows? This transition is one of the most impactful and meaningful experiences you will have. It can be difficult and scary to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors that do not always align with this new identity.
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My goal is to help people who are struggling make positive changes in their lives. We create authentic relationships, understand your school and family systems, work to motivate you to overcome challenges, help you develop new skills, behaviors, and practices, and support you in developing confidence in maintaining changes.
My goal is to help people who are struggling make positive changes in their lives. We create authentic relationships, understand your school and family systems, work to motivate you to overcome challenges, help you develop new skills, behaviors, and practices, and support you in developing confidence in maintaining changes.
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I foster a supportive non-judgmental atmosphere where clients can feel they are heard. While I practice a CBT, talk therapy approach, I also pull from a variety of modalities based on your therapeutic goals. I specialize in teens and adults who are working through symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma or stress related life events.
I foster a supportive non-judgmental atmosphere where clients can feel they are heard. While I practice a CBT, talk therapy approach, I also pull from a variety of modalities based on your therapeutic goals. I specialize in teens and adults who are working through symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma or stress related life events.
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Dave Dorvilier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907
I believe therapy is based off a cooperative relationship between the therapist and client working together towards what you find important. Many events throughout the course of our lives shape and mold us; These life experiences and lessons can have a huge impact on our relationships with others and ourselves that leaves us feeling stuck or dissatisfied. I have over 8 years of experience working in clinics and community based service settings; I currently work primarily with adults with significant experience in relationship issues, career, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety and depression.
I believe therapy is based off a cooperative relationship between the therapist and client working together towards what you find important. Many events throughout the course of our lives shape and mold us; These life experiences and lessons can have a huge impact on our relationships with others and ourselves that leaves us feeling stuck or dissatisfied. I have over 8 years of experience working in clinics and community based service settings; I currently work primarily with adults with significant experience in relationship issues, career, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety and depression.
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Life is complicated and over time we all develop habits and ways of thinking to get ourselves through it. Although these strategies may be helpful in the moment, sometimes they end up holding us back from happiness and stability in the long run. I view therapy as an opportunity for collaborative healing and growth, whether you’re looking for support and comfort during a difficult time, have never been to therapy before, or are feeling ready to say thank you and goodbye to what’s no longer working for you.
Life is complicated and over time we all develop habits and ways of thinking to get ourselves through it. Although these strategies may be helpful in the moment, sometimes they end up holding us back from happiness and stability in the long run. I view therapy as an opportunity for collaborative healing and growth, whether you’re looking for support and comfort during a difficult time, have never been to therapy before, or are feeling ready to say thank you and goodbye to what’s no longer working for you.
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Lynn Mangiaracina Shoreman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Currently seeing clients via telehealth only. Making the decision to begin therapy can be challenging. People often seek therapy when they are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or discouraged. Sometimes, the reasons for these feelings may not even be clear. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you in obtaining greater clarity about the feelings that brought you to therapy, as well as establish hope for positive change. I view psychotherapy as a journey navigated by the client and therapist together. It is my belief that the most important element of effective psychotherapy is the genuine connection between the client and therapist.
Currently seeing clients via telehealth only. Making the decision to begin therapy can be challenging. People often seek therapy when they are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or discouraged. Sometimes, the reasons for these feelings may not even be clear. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you in obtaining greater clarity about the feelings that brought you to therapy, as well as establish hope for positive change. I view psychotherapy as a journey navigated by the client and therapist together. It is my belief that the most important element of effective psychotherapy is the genuine connection between the client and therapist.
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Amy Carlson-Pallazola
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment to work through life challenges that can leave you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. I have over 15 years of experience in the field of outpatient mental health. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, chronic illness/pain, life transitions, grief, stress management, parenting/caregiver stress and relationship issues.
Welcome! I offer a safe, supportive, non-judgmental environment to work through life challenges that can leave you feeling stuck and overwhelmed. I have over 15 years of experience in the field of outpatient mental health. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders, OCD, chronic illness/pain, life transitions, grief, stress management, parenting/caregiver stress and relationship issues.
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Kaitlyn Robichaud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
Taking the first step in seeking therapy can feel overwhelming. It is a step that will be met with patience, kindness, and understanding. I offer a warm and empathetic environment where we can focus on you, your goals and your needs. As we begin to build our therapeutic relationship, I will be able to challenge you in reaching your goals through a strength based, solution focused approach. Through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy I can show you how your thoughts affect your feelings and behavior and we can work together to brainstorm ideas for making improvements to the parts of your life that have become overwhelming.
Taking the first step in seeking therapy can feel overwhelming. It is a step that will be met with patience, kindness, and understanding. I offer a warm and empathetic environment where we can focus on you, your goals and your needs. As we begin to build our therapeutic relationship, I will be able to challenge you in reaching your goals through a strength based, solution focused approach. Through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy I can show you how your thoughts affect your feelings and behavior and we can work together to brainstorm ideas for making improvements to the parts of your life that have become overwhelming.
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Celine De Santis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Marblehead, MA 01945 (Online Only)
Celine De Santis is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has been practicing in the field of mental health for over 30 years. Her clientele includes both children, teens, and adults who are suffering from the negative effects of chronic stress, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, PTSD, phobias, grief, bereavement, and more. Celine earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University. Her treatment focuses on individual, family, group, and play therapy approaches. She began her work as a mental health professional in addiction treatment.
Celine De Santis is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has been practicing in the field of mental health for over 30 years. Her clientele includes both children, teens, and adults who are suffering from the negative effects of chronic stress, anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, PTSD, phobias, grief, bereavement, and more. Celine earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Simmons University. Her treatment focuses on individual, family, group, and play therapy approaches. She began her work as a mental health professional in addiction treatment.
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Aetna Therapists
Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy