UMass Amherst Psychological Services Center University of Massachusetts

Record last updated 2023/01/31 Comment on this info .Update this info

Narrative

We provide both short- and long-term psychotherapy on an outpatient basis. Our specialties include cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic/interpersonal, and integrative approaches to psychotherapy. We serve clients who experience anxiety symptoms (e.g., social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, obsessive hoarding/cluttering, panic disorder, generalized anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder), depressive symptoms (depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal depression), relationship or family difficulties, couples issues, as well as general mental health problems and issues of life-stress.
We provide child, adolescent, and family therapy.

Fees - Therapy:  $25/hr, Streamlined ADHD:  $250. School Admission Testing:  $250, Neuropsychological Assessment:  $500 - $1000

We have a low-fee assessment program that provides reduced cost psychological assessments to members of the campus and off-campus community who meet income eligibility criteria. A member of our specialized assessment clinical team can conduct full psychological assessment batteries (cognitive, emotional, and projective testing), neuropsychological testing, learning disability assessments, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) assessments. We can consult with parents and schools about educational accommodations and coping with academic difficulties. Clients who are not eligible for our low-fee program still receive services at rates 40% lower than those charged in the private sector. Our staff and faculty are available for a wide range of professional consultations. With specialties covering broad topics such as early intervention, classroom management, issues in mental health, parent and teacher trainings, the development of clinical interventions, and specialized treatment protocols.  PSC clinicians and faculty can consult with your school, mental health organization, or parent/teacher group.

Service Types

• Domestic Violence Counseling
• Outpatient

Program Type

• Counseling
• Mental Health

Populations Served

• Asperger's Syndrome
• Autism Spectrum
• Behavior Disorder
• Eating Disorders
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Learning Disabilities
• Mental Illness
• Phobia
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Ages Served

• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59
• 60 +

Accessibility Features

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

Additional Information

• Fees: Personal Funds