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128 licensed therapists & providers in Massachusetts—4 in Brookline. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

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94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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21,724 people sought teen counseling help in Massachusetts in the last year

Discover how starting teen counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Brookline, MA

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Christopher Andrew

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What is your go-to approach for teen counseling?

My go to approach for teen counseling would be cognitive behavioral therapy.

What tools do you teach in teen counseling?

The tools that I teach in teen counseling are active listening, goal setting, and mindfulness.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in teen counseling?

I know a client is making meaningful progress when they have a better understanding of themselves.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement teen counseling?

Clients can do the assigned homework from the clinician in order to supplement teen counseling.

What should someone do to prepare for starting teen counseling?

The client should try to reflect on why they are starting counseling in the first place.

Teen counseling FAQs

What is teen counseling?

Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.

How does teen counseling work?

Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in Brookline have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.

Does my teen need therapy?

Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.

Is teen counseling conducted in person or online?

Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in Brookline, MA offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does teen counseling last?

The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Brookline accept 31 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • 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

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Brookline
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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Sarah is amazing, I don’t know what I would do without her. She and I click in a way where she understands exactly what I am trying to articulate. Her personality also balances with mine - she can make jokes, empathize, and really just engages the perfect amount. We are a great fit.
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Avery Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I had my first session with Veronica today and immediately felt comfortable. She was kind, welcoming, and easy to talk to. I'm looking forward to continuing to work with her!
Aaron Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Julie is incredible, with her I’ve gone from not wanting to be alive to thriving. The transformation is amazing, and a big piece of that has been my sessions with Julie.
Owen Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Very helpful
Sebastian Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My provider has been great! We’re still in the unpacking stage and there are times that I just need to vent about my previous week so the flexibility has been nice.
Skylar Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Chris is thoughtful and very easy to talk to. He is an amazing professional and genuinely great therapist
Camila Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Easy to use!
Julia Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I got in quickly, i have both a therapist and med manager from thriveworks and both are incredibly attentive and professional, ive suggested thriveworks to several people and they've gotten matched with a therapist pretty quickly as well. My intake process was great and was invited to make my own decision to continue based on how strongly I felt the match was. My therapist is incredible and relatable. Too bad she is my therapist and not able to just be my friend bc I think we'd hit it off
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Zaria Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

1269 Beacon St 2nd Floor
Brookline, MA 02446

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Brookline is located near Beacon St and Charles St, off Harvard St. It is right by the Griggs Park and a short distance from the Coolidge Corner Public Library.

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Phone number

(617) 958-5912
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Languages spoken by MA providers

  • Persian
  • Turkish
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Farsi
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Hours

Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
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

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

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