Living and Coping with Diabetes

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Contact Information

Joslin Diabetes Center
Contact: Debbie Butler, MSW, LICSW, CDE, Director Behavioral Health and Pediatric Programs
Email Address: deborah.butler@joslin.harvard.edu
Phone: 617-732-2594
Alternate Phone: 617-309-2400

1 Joslin Place Boston, MA 02115
Area Served: Boston

Map Location Living and Coping with Diabetes

Narrative

People come to our behavioral health specialists for many different reasons. Regardless of your reason, we're here to help you thrive throughout your journey with diabetes. Services for children and adults.

Our team works with people who are newly diagnosed with diabetes. We work with people are feeling burned out with their diabetes plan. We can help you:

  • Develop positive lifestyle habits
  • Cope with diabetes burnout and other diabetes stressors
  • Cope with problems like depression, anxiety, and eating disorders
  • Handle food concerns and weight management
  • Overcome fears of hypoglycemia
  • Teach family members about the demands of diabetes

No matter your reason for visiting us, we’re here to support both your physical and emotional health. Nothing brings us greater joy than seeing people thrive emotionally and live life to the fullest.

Service Types

  • Domestic Violence Counseling
  • Outpatient
  • Skills Training

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • AllWays Health Partners
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • United Healthcare

Program Type

  • Counseling
  • Mental Health

Populations Served

  • Diabetes

Ages Served

  • Birth to 3
  • 3 - 4
  • 5 - 8
  • 9 - 13
  • 14 - 18

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Elevators
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Fees: MassHealth, Medicare, Private Insurance, Personal Funds