Depression and Anxiety Treatment in Worcester
Psychotherapist Helen Turano, LICSW, offers anxiety and depression therapy in Worcester. MA using cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Some of her areas of specialization include: panic and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), chronic pain, stress, IBS, relationship difficulties, bereavement, loss, add/adhd, social skills, insomnia, and trauma.
Keywords: depression, anxiety, OCD, CBT, DBT, IBS. psychotherapy, psychotherapist, therapy, counselor, counseling, mental health specialist
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
As of 2015 I've been in social work for 22 years and in private practice for 4.
What is your primary product or service?
I offer psychotherapy and counseling.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I have an MBA and worked in business originally. I got interested in social work after doing volunteer work.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). My services are useful in the treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD and a number of other conditions.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
I practice at one location in Worcester.
Provide detailed directions to your location
From Rt 9: Pass the courthouse in Lincoln Square going west. Take the next left at the light (Lancaster St becoming Linden St). You will go up a hill, and as you come down, will come to a light. Take a right here and park in the second lot on your left, against the fence. To find my office, walk back up to the light. I am in the Victorian house on the corner of Linden and Cedar, on the first floor, at the Worcester Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, checks, Visa and Mastercard, Discover and American Express cards are accepted. I am a Blue Cross-Blue Shield provider (all products) and an out-of-network provider for other insurances. (Check with me to verify.)
Which areas do you service?
Clients come to me from Worcester and surrounding areas such as: Cherry Valley, West Boylston, Leicester, Paxton, Shrewsbury, Auburn, Jefferson, Millbury, Rochdale, Boylston, West Millbury, North Grafton, Spencer, North Oxford, Rutland. Grafton -- and beyond.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
I am in private practice and am a member of the Worcester Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday-Thursday from 11:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. and Fridays from 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. I occasionally do book appointments on Saturdays when possible.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"She's really nice and she knows her stuff!"
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