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Zocdoc makes it easy to find a therapist / counselor in Boston, MA who accepts your insurance. Simply select your carrier and plan from the drop-down menu at the top of the page. If you’re unsure about the plan name, here's a handy guide to help navigate.
On Zocdoc, therapist / counselors in Boston, MA have an average rating of 4.78 based on approximately 57 reviews. In Boston, MA you can find 38 therapist / counselors with 4-stars or higher. Zocdoc collects reviews from real patients after each appointment, ensuring authentic feedback. Only patients who have booked and attended appointments may post reviews, providing trustworthy and reliable insights into patient experiences.
Yes, you can book a video visit with a therapist / counselor. There are currently no locations that offer video visits in this city. When a provider offers video visits, you will see a small video camera icon next to their profile image. Select a date and time from their available appointment slots and go through the booking process.
In Suffolk County, Massachusetts, approximately 18% of adults reported experiencing frequent mental distress for 14 or more days in the past 30 days. A counselor or a therapist can assist in identifying underlying causes of distress and developing effective coping strategies. (County Health Rankings and Roadmaps, 2025) (Mayo Clinic, 2023)
In Massachusetts, approximately 8% of adults aged 65 and older have reported experiencing difficulties with memory, focus, or decision-making stemming from physical, mental, or emotional conditions. Therapists and counselors can help by teaching strategies that strengthen coping skills, improve problem-solving abilities, and support more effective thought patterns to enhance daily functioning. (America's Health Rankings, 2023) (Mayo Clinic, 2025)
In Massachusetts, there are approximately 791.5 mental health providers per 100,000 residents, including psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, and marriage and family therapists. (America's Health Rankings, 2024)
Massachusetts ranks 1st nationwide in terms of the availability of mental health providers. (America's Health Rankings, 2024)
The best therapists and counselors in Boston, MA, are usually board-certified, have positive patient reviews, and work with reputable hospitals. Zocdoc makes it easy to compare these details so you can choose with confidence.
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