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Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor Paynters Counseling Center LLC
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Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Anger Management,
In network with Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Harvard Pilgrim,

Introduction

Welcome. Reaching out for support takes courage, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside clients on their journey toward healing and growth. I founded Paynters Counseling Center to provide compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life's transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique goals, creating a safe space where you can gain insight, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and move forward with confidence and hope.

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Licenses

  • LMHC #LMHC10004775 (MA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Classes
  • Coaching

Age groups

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

Languages

  • English
  • Swahili

Faiths

  • Christian

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Cigna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Optima Health Plan

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Initial Intake Assessment (60 minutes) $125 - $200

Locations

Paynters Counseling Center LLC
North Andover, MA 01845-6127
Paynters Counseling Center LLC

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Mental Health Counseling - University of Massachusetts Boston

Professional Affiliations

  • American Counseling Association (ACA)

FAQ

Is Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC also offers a free consultation.
Does Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC offer telehealth appointments? Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC specialize in? Lucy N. Paynter, MS, LMHC specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anger Management, Anxiety, Career Counseling, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Couples Counseling, Depression, Existential Crisis, Family Conflict, Fears/Phobias, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Panic Disorders, Parenting, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self Esteem, Sex Therapy, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Stress, and Trauma.
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