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Kristen Gaherty

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Accepting clients Last Updated 3 days ago

Every person is the expert in their own lives and and experiences and I see my role as supporting people to direct themselves in the path they best see fit. Sometimes things like anxiety, depression, body image issues, and interpersonal conflicts can make it difficult to really stay connected to who you are and achieve what you want to achieve. I work with a lot of college age students, young adults, and adults who are looking to find their way while managing significant stressors. I show up for my clients with curiosity, authenticity, compassion, and humor in order to help them feel empowered to make the shifts in their thinking or behavior that they want. If you want to know more, please schedule an initial consultation with me through my website!


Specialties

ADHD Anxiety Body Image Career Concerns Chronic Pain College adjustment Depression Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Gender Identity Grief and Loss Immigration Stress Infertility Parenting Perfectionism Pregnancy and Postpartum Relationship Issues Self-esteem Sexual Health Sexuality Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Stress Stress from Academics

In-Network Insurance Plans

Kristen Gaherty is in network for the following plans:

AllWays Health Partners Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Empire BlueCross Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Harvard Pilgrim Mass General Brigham Health Plan Optum Tufts Tufts Student Insurance (StudentResources) United Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcare UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1750837894

Rates

First session $150
Ongoing sessions $130
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

38 Newton Street
Waltham, MA 02453
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday --
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday --
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Body positivity Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Culturally Sensitive Existential Expressive Arts Family Systems Feminist Health at Every Size Holistic Motivational Interviewing Person-Centered Psychodynamic Strength-Based

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)

Communities

Artists First-Gen Immigrants International LGBQ+ People of Color People with Disabilities Polyamorous Trans non-binary gender fluid Veganism

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 9
  • License(s): MA-122929

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Queer
  • Religion(s): Christian, Nonreligious

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