Therapy Referrals/Search Tools

Therapy Referrals

  • Wayside Youth & Family Support Network 781-966-5665, OP and IHT for children and youth with MassHealth
  • Square Medical Group (617) 916-5069, takes MassHealth and other insurances. For OP, groups, IOP, etc for Mental Health and Substance Use. Adults only.
  • Advocates take MassHealth and most insurances. OP, IHT, groups, etc.
    -Waltham location, walk-ins OP intakes Mon-Fri 8am-8pm; Sat-Sun 9am-5pm. 
  • Riverside Community Care takes MassHealth. OP, IHT, ICC, etc.
    -Newton location: 617-969-4925
  • Charles River Community Health takes MassHealth and other insurances. Adults and youth: must have PCP through there first to consider MH referral
    –    Brighton, 617-783-0500
    -Waltham, 781-693-3800
  • De Novo – For people who are undocumented/asylum seekers, people without insurance are prioritized. Spanish, English, French, Persian/Dari. Call the front desk if they have multiple needs (including legal) and for mental health referral: 617-661-1010.
  • Waltham Behavioral Health: Outpatient & Medication Management (Telehealth); Insurance section on their website.
    -781-966-0070
  • Strong Roots Counseling: Children & Adolescents outpatient, family therapy, and parent consultation. In addition, physiological testing (up to age 17). Insurance info under “Contact” section.
    -Located in West Newton, MA; 857-304-4025

Search Tools for Therapy Referrals
Through Insurance Provider

  • Mental Health Connect: A free, confidential information and referral service. Contact us or call 781-693-5562 or mentalhealth@jfcsboston.org to talk with a JF&CS mental health professional who will take the time to understand your situation and connect you with expert advice and appropriate resources.
  • Therapy Matcher Provider or client can email them at info@therapymatcher.org with the name and contact information of your client, mental health needs, insurance info, and how far they can travel for a therapist (LICSWs)
  • Massachusetts Behavioral Health Access Find a MassHealth Provider, search youth/family services, mental health, and SUD services
  • Psychology Today search by zip code, health insurance, mental health need, and characteristics of therapist
  • William James College Interface Referral Service Depending on the town they live in (NOT WATERTOWN). Call 888-244-6843.
  • North Shore therapists
  • Culturally Responsive Behavior Health Resource HUB Find resources and behavioral health providers who tailor their services to support the emotional and mental wellness of specific racial, ethnic, or cultural identity groups