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JOIN OUR TEAM LICENSED CLINICIANS Looking for passionate licensed mental health counselors (LMHC, LICSW) to join a growing practice! ​ This is a 1099 independent contractor position. Inquire to learn more about this unique type of opportunity. Only Massachusetts licensed clinicians will be considered due to state regulations and guidelines. ​ We have worked in several settings that did not allow for flexibility, required TONS of paperwork, many hours, and insufficient compensation. We get it. We understand how it can be. What sets us apart from the other employers: ​ Flexible schedule - make your own hours! Work remotely or from our beautiful office space in Wakefield, MA (clients are currently via telehealth, but you have opportunity to conduct sessions remotely from the office with eventually transitioning to in-person sessions). Billing, marketing + referrals are done by us! All paperwork is electronic Be compensated the way you deserve to be Supervision available ​ Requirements: Licensed in the state of Massachusetts (LMHC, LICSW) Master's degree Malpractice insurance (if you do not have, we can assist you in obtaining) At least 2-3 years of experience working in the mental health field Can work independently Ability to navigate technology (i.e. computer, phone, telehealth platform) Prompt, timely, and organized Passion for helping others with an empathetic, holistic, and diverse approach 3 References from past supervisors | professional connections Currently credentialed with insurance companies preferred (Optum, Always, United HealthCare, Harvard Pilgrim, BCBS) Availability for10 - 20 clients per week (payment will be per session) ​ ​ Interested in learning more? Contact Alicia at info@abalancedself.org ​

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Children + Adolescent Mental Health Resources. Hotlines OK2TALK 800-273-TALK Teen Line 1-310-855-4673 Your Life Your Voice 800-448-3000 National Suicide Prevention Hotline 800-273-8255 National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-4673 Disaster Distress Hotline 800-656-4673 Trevor Project 866-488-7386 National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 Eating Disorder Hotline 800-931-2237 Local Massachusetts Emergency Contacts: Available 24/7, 365 days per year. Beth Israel Lahey Health Emergency Services Eliot Emergency Services Boston Emergency Services Team Ways to Find a Therapist Call your insurance company. Call the behavioral health number on the back of your insurance card. Most insurances have case managers that can assist you in the process. Talk to your pediatrician. Make an appointment or call your doctor to discuss what your child has been experiencing and ask about recommendations. Go on PsychologyToday. Visit www.psychologytoday.com where you can find a database of clinicians in your area. Google it! Go onto this familiar search engine and enter what you are specifically looking for, for example: "Mental health counselor in Massachusetts for anxiety." Downloadable Content + Resources "REGGIE GOES BACK TO SCHOOL: A SOCIAL STORY TO HELP FAMILIES PREPARE CHILDREN TO GO BACK TO SCHOOL." Click the image above to access the document. WHAT DOES MENTAL HEALTH MEAN TO ME Click the image above to download the document. MINDFUL EATING Click the image above to download the document. "INSIDE OUT" MOVIE ACTIVITY Click the image above to download the document. DEPRESSION INFORMATIONAL HANDOUT Click the image above to download the document. HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH CHANGES RESULTING FROM COVID-19 Click the image above to access. BREATHING WANDS ACTIVITY Click the image above to download the document. COPING SKILLS CHART Click the image above to download the document. ASSERTIVE STATEMENTS Click the image above to download the document. SELF-INJURIOUS BEHAVIOR INFORMATIONAL HANDOUT Click the image above to download the document. 5 WAYS TO HELP CHILDREN COPE WITH CORONAVIRUS ANXIETY Click the image above to access. PRIORITIZING SELF-CARE TOOLKIT Click the image above to download the document. TODAY I FEEL... Click the image above to download the document. EATING DISORDERS INFORMATIONAL HANDOUT Click the image above to download the document. ANXIETY DISORDERS INFORMATIONAL HANDOUT Click the image above to download the document.

Matt, LICSW Welcoming you to your inner healing journey. I'm Matt Box, an LICSW with over 15 years of experience in the field of community mental health and a background in teaching developmental psychology. With the creation of my own practice, my mission is to help guide individuals on their own holistic path towards increased balance and self-compassion. Combining evidence-based practices with the wisdom of ancient healing traditions has allowed me to expand and personalize my approach to healing while creating a safe and compassionate space where individuals can explore their inner selves, heal past wounds, and cultivate resilience. ​ With a strong foundation in substance recovery and trauma-informed care, I have dedicated my own learning and experiences to helping others navigate the complexities of their own lives layer by layer. I specialize in working with young adults, recognizing the challenges of this transitional phase of life and the developmental impact on our identity formation I utilize an integral approach of mindfulness/meditation practices and self-dialogue reflection explored through motivational interviewing lens, to help empower individuals to cultivate self-awareness while identifying & developing coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, and depression. I welcome you to join me on your path toward healing & recovery. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Anxiety, Depression, Relationship conflicts and resolution, Early adult transitions, End of life exploration, Issues around identity formation and sexual orientation FAQs WHO I HELP ​ ​ Adults A ges 18+ Individual therapy ​ INSURANCES ACCEPTED ​ Allways (MassGeneral Brigham Health) UnitedHealth ​ LICENSED Massachusetts New Hampshire (if you are a NH resident + are interested in working with Matt, please click here. ​ METHOD OF PAYMENT All major credit and debit cards, HSA/FSA ​ TELEHEALTH Telehealth is delivered via a HIPAA compliant platform, which is to ensure your privacy. ​ CANCELLATIONS There is a 24 hour cancellation policy. If an appointment is not cancelled within that time frame, or you do not attend your session without notification, you will be subject to a late fee. ​ GOOD FAITH ESTIMATES You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprise Act, effective January 1st, 2022. This estimate will explain how much treatment will cost. Visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises for more questions and information regarding your right to a Good Faith Estimate. ​ Want to learn more about how Matt can help you? Click the icon to contact us. 👉🏼 Mail

Rebecca, LICSW Considering therapy is a big step and finding a therapist who matches your needs is an important part of the process. I offer a strengths based and person centered approach, while incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques, to help clients identify and work toward their goals. I am an independently licensed social worker and have been in the field for over ten years. I have worked in emergency services and hospital settings in the past, and have completed advanced training with Postpartum Support International. My passion is working with new parents as they go through pregnancy and the postpartum period, in addition to adoptive parents. Becoming a parent can simultaneously spark joy and uncertainty. I partner with clients by offering a nonjudgmental space to explore feelings and better understand themselves as they enter the early phases of parenthood. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Anxiety, pregnancy/postpartum, supporting adoptive parents FAQs WHO I HELP ​ Adults Ages 18+ Individual therap y ​ METHOD OF PAYMENT All major credit and debit cards, HSA/FSA ​ INSURANCE MassGeneral Brigham United Health Care Cigna/Evernorth ​ TELEHEALTH Telehealth is delivered via a HIPAA compliant platform, which is to ensure your privacy. ​ IN-PERSON SESSIONS I offer individual therapy in our office, located in Andover. ​ CANCELLATIONS There is a 24 hour cancellation policy. If an appointment is not cancelled within that time frame, or you do not attend your session without notification, you will be subject to a late fee. ​ GOOD FAITH ESTIMATES You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprise Act, effective January 1st, 2022. This estimate will explain how much treatment will cost. Visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises for more questions and information regarding your right to a Good Faith Estimate. ​ Want to learn more about how Rebecca can help you? Click the icon to contact us. 👉🏼 Mail

Our Services Individual Counseling All areas of your life are assessed to provide insight what may be contributing to dysfunction. We will explore the different components that make you who you are - physical, emotional, spiritual. This approach to treatment can assist you in working towards healing and self-discovery.​ ​ *Telehealth + In-Person Sessions Available Depending On Clinician Availability Read More Group Counseling Develop self-awareness, support, and guidance through group sessions that are on specific topics. Studies show that group therapy is just as effective as individual counseling. Join us in a space where there is no judgement and not support from just one person, but a group of individuals going through a shared experience.​ ​ Next round begins April 29th! Read More A Balanced Mama: Support for Those on Their Journey Through Motherhood We offer a variety of services to support mothers - whether you are trying to conceive , thinking of having a baby, you are in the middle of pregnancy, or dealing with postpartum and more! Read More Workshops & Seminars Let's chat all things wellness in these 30-90 minute workshops. From topics in psychology to inflammation and the gut - join us for these informative sessions. Is your community in need of some support in an area of mental health or wellness? Let us know! We can create a custom seminar for you and present it to your community. Read More Virtual Learning Space Our goal is to guide you along your wellness journey no matter where you are at in your life. Whether you are just beginning your healing or have been on the ride for a while, this is a great place to check-in with yourself and learn. Our virtual learning library houses video content from various providers and expert in our community. Read More coming soon Healing Through Virtual Reality Want to go on that vacation, but afraid of flying? Have a hard time self-regulating? We got you covered. We are excited to be offering this new service that integrates exposure therapy in a safe space, along side a trained therapist. More Info Soon!

Group Counseling Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy that involves a therapist, along with 5-10 members that are experiencing a similar concern. Group therapy can reduce wait times and give more people access to mental healthcare, and it is just as effective as individual therapy! Evolving Into Motherhood: A nxiety + Depressi on Support for New Mothers (0-12mos post-birth) Registration is NOW open for group! We have two options to pick from: Cohort A: Every Monday beginning April 29th, 6pm - 7pm Cohort B: Every Tuesday beginning April 30th, 11am - 12pm The first year of motherhood can be an all-encompassing roller-coaster ride. With soaring highs and devastating lows. While it can include joy, amazement, love, and excitement it can also be lonely, isolating, exhausting, scary, and guilt-ridden all at the same time. While these emotions are all a normal part of the motherhood experience sometimes, they can become overwhelming and prevent us from being the mother we want to be. What you’ll get: ✨Support from a group of other mamas that understand what you're going through ✨Supplemental wellness offerings like yoga,meditation ✨Guidance from a licensed mental health counselor ✨Learning ways to manage your emotional journey ✨Identify ways in which to increase communication with your partner ✨Cultivate attachment + bonding with your baby ...and so much more! Interested? Click Here to Register. Is this group covered by insurance? We accept the following insurances: Cigna Blue Cross Blue Shield United Healthcare MassGeneral Brigham Harvard Pilgrim We encourage you to check-in with your policy regarding coverage that is specific to your insurance plan. What if my insurance is not accepted? If your insurance is not accepted you can still participate! The group is available at an out-of-pocket cost. We provide you receipts that you can submit to your insurance for a reimbursement (if you'd like). Please note: Not all insurances provide reimbursement upon receipt. What happens after I complete the interest form? After you complete the interest form, we will notify you to schedule a consultation. We conduct a complimentary phone consult to make sure the group is a good fit and answer questions you may have. From there, if you'd like to move forward, we schedule a 1:1 initial appointment with the group clinician to provide you with individual support regarding your needs as a mom during the postpartum period. Once the 1:1 is complete, you will be ready to begin group! Who is the group for? This group is for postpartum moms (0-12 months post-birth), experiencing anxiety and depression. At this time, the group is only for moms that are located in Massachusetts. You must be either a resident of Massachusetts and located in the state at the time of the group meetings. How long is the group? The group is for 90 minutes weekly, for 8 weeks. Where is the group? The group is 100% virtual! Are second/third time moms eligible? Yes! All moms are welcome, whether it's your first, second, or third time around! Am I able to participate in group if I have already before? Yes! We'd love to have you join us again. This group is so unique that even though some areas may be the same, there is always new material being added in. Also, you may have a different perspective now in your motherhood journey than you did when you first began group. Client Testimonials "I have never participated in a group like this before but I am so glad that I did. I could feel myself heading in the wrong direction postpartum and this group really helped me to turn things around. I feel so much more confident and calm as a new mom and am so glad I took the time to focus on myself." *Testimonial was obtained with consent from the client.

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