Top Massachusetts therapists and psychiatrists who accept cash payments

I am a Social Worker with 27 years of experience and hold both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Social Work. For the past 24 years, I have been employed with the Department of Children and Family Services, serving in various capacities including Child Protection Investigator, Foster Care Worker, Adoptions Worker, Supervisor of all Field Programs, Child Welfare Manager, and Statewide Child Welfare Trainer. In addition to my primary role, I have worked PRN in hospitals, mental health, and substance abuse facilities for over six years, and briefly served as a school-based social worker. I am a TBRI® (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) Practitioner, Adoption Competent, and a U.S. Department of Transportation Certified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP). As a therapist, I bring a well-rounded perspective informed by extensive experience across many domains. I understand how life events can shape our paths and impact our well-being. In our work together, we will identify your personal goals and map out steps to support you in making decisions that are best for you. You are the expert of your own life. Therapy is not about someone fixing you—it’s about building a partnership for healing, where your voice leads the journey.

I am Kristina Thompson ,a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 17 years of dedicated experience serving diverse adult populations and seniors, including veterans and individuals with severe mental illness. My career spans across inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, where I have specialized in group therapy, individual therapy, and couple therapy. My therapeutic focus encompasses a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, overthinking, low self-worth, relationship issues, workplace difficulties, life transitions, military-related concerns, low motivation, loneliness, and immigration issues. In my practice, I employ evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , client-centered therapy, and solution-focused therapy. I maintain a non-judgmental and positive therapeutic stance, fostering a friendly and supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore and address their concerns.

My mission is to provide a safe space to share your story and your struggles without judgement. Together we can process what brings you here and begin to work toward your goals. I am here to support you and provide direction - whether that is through providing perspective, setting healthy boundaries, managing anger, or more. We all deserve to be happy and have balance!

I work hard to meet people where they are at and to help them get to where they want to be in their lives, all without judgement. We have all had experiences that have led us to behaviors that are not always beneficial. I am straightforward and honest and look forward to helping you move forward in your life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years’ experience. I am licensed in 6 states including Wisconsin, Idaho, Massachusetts, Florida, New Mexico and Illinois. I have a passion for helping those with trauma utilizing multiple methods. I am skilled in working with most mental health issues and utilize techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused and Client Centered Therapy. I have extensive experience working with individuals and their families that struggle with addiction issues. I received my bachelor’s in social work from University of Wisconsin Superior and my master’s in social work from Boise State University.

Hi, my name is Ryan Kile! I am a social worker with over 20 years of experience in addressing substance abuse, social health, and other mental health conditions. My social worker schooling was advanced generalist which allowed me to study a multitude of therapeutic modalities and I have experience in symptom-targeted interventions (STI), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Trauma Informed Practice. I have personal and professional expertise in working with individuals with chronic medical conditions.

Welcome! I am currently accepting new clients. Are you navigating a transition period in your life? Are you anxious, feeling down, or aren’t sure how you are going to get through something? You don't have to do this alone. I have helped clients work through and cope with challenging experiences, so that they feel empowered to create a life that they feel fulfilled by. I foster a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental therapy space to ensure that my clients are heard, and able to share their story in confidence. My therapeutic approach is warm, yet direct, with the intent to guide you to identify and reach your treatment goals. If you are ready to take responsibility for your healing, please reach out to schedule an appointment. I promise to encourage and support you every step of the way. I am happy to answer any questions that you have about the therapy process to help you feel more comfortable. I look forward to hearing from you!

Hi, I'm Aiden. I help men navigate anxiety, depression, and life’s stressors with clarity and purpose. With over 13 years of experience as a licensed therapist, I’ve supported clients in residential and outpatient settings. I now focus on working with adult men facing challenges like stress, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and major life transitions. My approach is direct, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I believe therapy works best when it’s client-driven — you set the goals, and I help guide the process with clinical expertise and support. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for change, therapy can help you take meaningful steps forward.

The foundation of my practice is based on the respect I have for my clients, and my therapeutic approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs. As a trained and experienced therapist, I am not only technically objective, but also provide you with emotional nourishment and assistance as you work through problem areas in your life. Psychotherapy is about growth and transformation and equips you to overcome challenges impacting your family, job or relationships. My areas of expertise include addiction, relationship or job-related issues, depression, anxiety and stress. I employ solution focused therapy based on psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness approaches. I am also a qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) to evaluate employees who have violated a DOT drug and alcohol program regulation and makes recommendations concerning education, treatment, follow-up, testing, and aftercare.

“An Arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. So when life is dragging you back, it means that it is going to launch you into something great.” Life has its way of pulling us backward, but I believe with positive support, healthy coping skills and processing through things that are dragging you back; you can learn to thrive and launch yourself into greater things. I have worked in the mental health field for over ten years. Throughout my time working in mental health I have worked with clients with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, personality disorders and substance and alcohol use disorders. My greatest skill as a therapist is being able to work with clients and help them feel accepted, heard and understood. I have been trained in many therapy modalities and use these skills to help clients learn coping skills to better manage and cope with daily stress and symptoms they have previously suffered from. I believe change is possible.

I believe therapy is a collaborative effort. Therefore, the end goal is to assist clients in attaining goals set for treatment. I have worked with individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds. I have extensive experience working with the military and those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjustment issues, work-related issues, relational conflict, familial discord, and trauma. I strive to help others actualize their value as an individual while assisting them in experiencing their potential. As a strength-based therapist, I employ nonjudgmental, culturally competent, flexible, and outcome-oriented approaches. This is done through the assistance of evidence-based approaches, in conjunction with the belief that recovery is possible.