Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapy Partner in Natick, MA
Aurora Counseling Associates has been dedicated to supporting the mental health needs of the Natick community since 2010. Our team of licensed clinicians specializes in addressing depression, anxiety, gender and sexuality issues, trauma, and family dynamics through evidence-based approaches. We offer in-person and telehealth therapy sessions for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families across the MetroWest region. Our clinicians collaborate with schools, medical providers, and other mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care.We accept major insurance plans including Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Tufts, and Optum/UBH, and provide transparent pricing for private pay clients. Our practice emphasizes creating a safe, inclusive environment where clients can build resilience and achieve personal growth through tailored therapeutic strategies.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Play Therapy
Telehealth Services
Trauma Therapy
Family Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Management
Gender Identity Support
Parenting Guidance
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have provided mental health services in Natick since 2010
- Our clinicians offer telehealth therapy for Massachusetts residents
- Specialized expertise in trauma, anxiety, and family dynamics
- Accepted by major insurance providers including Blue Cross and Tufts
- Flexible payment options including HSA card acceptance
What people say
Compassionate care
Specialized trauma expertise
Family therapy success
LGBTQ+ affirming
Effective coping strategies
Services
Individual Therapy
Our licensed therapists provide personalized mental health treatment for adults, adolescents, and children. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT and mindfulness, we address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Sessions focus on building coping skills and fostering emotional resilience through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Couples Counseling
Specialized therapy for couples navigating communication challenges, infidelity, or relationship transitions. Our clinicians use strength-based approaches to improve connection and resolve conflicts. Sessions emphasize active listening and developing healthy relationship patterns for lasting improvements.
Play Therapy
Developmentally appropriate treatment for children aged 3-12 using play-based techniques. Our therapists help children express emotions and develop coping skills through structured therapeutic activities. This approach addresses behavioral issues, trauma, and emotional regulation challenges in a supportive environment.
Telehealth Services
Secure video therapy sessions available for Massachusetts residents. Our telehealth platform provides convenient access to mental health care while maintaining clinical effectiveness. Services include individual, family, and couples therapy with flexible scheduling options for remote clients.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized treatment for trauma survivors using evidence-based modalities like EMDR and somatic techniques. Our clinicians help clients process traumatic experiences and develop grounding strategies. Services include support for PTSD, racial trauma, and complex trauma from personal or family history.
People
BethAnn Schacht
LMHC
Specializing in anxiety, depression, and life transitions, BethAnn provides evidence-based counseling for adults. With over 15 years of experience, she combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices to help clients achieve emotional wellness through personalized treatment plans.
Ruth Hanning
LMHC
Expert in children's mental health and trauma recovery, Ruth works with families and parents. Her play therapy approach helps children aged 3-12 develop emotional regulation skills. She integrates mind-body techniques to address anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges in family systems.
Marcia Lowry
LMHC
Specializing in college student mental health and chronic illness support, Marcia uses CBT and solution-focused therapy. She helps teens and adults navigate life transitions, parental relationships, and women's midlife challenges through compassionate, goal-oriented counseling.
Neil Glickman
Ph.D
Deaf mental health specialist with expertise in ASL services and cultural competency. Neil provides therapy for deaf and hard-of-hearing adults using CBT techniques. He focuses on confidence-building and addressing unique challenges faced by the Deaf community through culturally responsive care.
Allie Giza
LICSW
LGBTQ+ affirming therapist specializing in chronic medical issues and life transitions. Allie uses strength-based approaches to help adults navigate grief, medical trauma, and identity exploration. Her practice emphasizes creating safe spaces for clients to develop resilience and self-acceptance.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual, couples, family, and play therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship issues. Specialized services include Deaf/Hard of Hearing support, gender identity counseling, and telehealth therapy.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Tufts, and Optum/UBH plans. For other insurers, we provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Please contact us to verify your specific coverage details.
Are telehealth sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure video therapy sessions for Massachusetts residents. Telehealth appointments provide convenient access to our full range of mental health services with flexible scheduling options.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 48-hour notice for appointment cancellations. Late cancellations without emergency circumstances incur a $100 fee to maintain scheduling fairness for all clients.
How do I choose the right therapist?
Our intake team helps match you with a clinician based on your specific needs, including specialty areas, therapeutic approach, and availability. We consider insurance coverage and preferred session format during the matching process.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit/debit cards and HSA cards for all services. Payment is collected at the time of service, and we provide receipts for insurance reimbursement or flexible spending account documentation.
