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Craig Golden

Counseling Brighter Life Therapy PLLC
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Agoraphobia,
Insurance: BlueCross and BlueShield, Aetna, Meritain Health

Introduction

Feeling burnt out, isolated, or just plain lonely? You're not alone. Whether you’re an adolescent, adult, or part of a family dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or neurodiversity, I'm here to help. With everything that's happened lately, many of us are struggling. I offer a compassionate ear and effective support. My goal is to help you and your loved ones find emotional freedom and feel less weighed down. Let’s work together to bring more peace and balance into your life! I am a master’s level and license-eligible mental health counselor providing in person and virtual therapy services for residents of Massachusetts through Brighter Life Therapy, PLCC. I use a person-centered and humanistic approach while working with individuals on their healing journey. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, phobias, Immediate openings available and accepting several insurance plans!

GENDER Male
PRONOUNS He/Him/His
RACE & ETHNICITY Jewish

Highlights

  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Communities

  • People with Disabilities
  • Feminism
  • Recovery
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Agnostic
  • Atheist
  • Christian
  • Islam
  • Catholic
  • Jewish

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Craig Golden accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Aetna
  • Meritain Health

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation $225
  • Psychotherapy Session, 60 min $200
  • No Show Fee $125

Locations

Arlington
94 Pleasant Street
Arlington, MA 02476-6535
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Remote/Video Sessions

Frequently asked questions

Is Craig Golden accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Craig Golden is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Craig Golden offer telehealth appointments? Craig Golden does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Craig Golden specialize in? Craig Golden specializes in the following areas: Abuse Survivors, Adjustment Disorder, Agoraphobia, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Child or Adolescent, College Mental Health, Depression, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Panic Disorders, PTSD, Social Anxiety, and Trauma.

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