Boston · Online across Massachusetts
You'vesearchedenough.
No more therapists who feel distant, scripted, or like a bad fit. Real Therapy is built on one thing: a real connection.
Our philosophy
We combine clinical expertise with authenticity, humility, and curiosity — because meaningful change happens through real relationships, not pretending to have all the answers.
The Real Therapy difference
Therapy, minus the things that never worked.
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Not distant.
A connection that feels genuine — from the very first conversation. Your clinician shows up as a person, not a clipboard.
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Not scripted.
You're more than a label in a textbook. We work with the whole of who you are, not a diagnosis.
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Not a bad fit.
Therapists are matched with what makes you unique — so you're not starting over again in three months.
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clinicians with immediate openings
Three steps to real.
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Step 01
Match.
Answer a few questions with our therapist matching tool. About 60 seconds.
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Talk.
Have a free 15-minute consultation call — no pressure, no commitment.
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Begin.
Start your first session online, from anywhere in Massachusetts.
The real team.
Licensed clinicians who show up as real, imperfect people. Most have openings this week.
LICSW · Founder
Tyler Buckhout
"Meaningful change happens through real relationships—not pretending to have all the answers."
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Amanda Kelley
"Healing happens in connection—and direct confrontation of the hardest parts of yourself."
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Brett Gannon
"A sharp sense of humor, and a space where you can reflect and be fully yourself."
OpeningsLCSW · Clinician · DSW Track
Sarah Kennedy
"Trauma-informed, 10+ years supporting new mothers through the shifts of parenthood."
OpeningsMSW · Clinician
Danielle Feld
"You don't have to check your humanity at the door, and I won't be checking mine."
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What type of therapy are you looking for?
Fees & insurance
Clear, honest pricing.
In-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield MA, Anthem, United Behavioral Healthcare, Mass General Brigham, Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts, Optum. Coverage varies by plan; private pay options available.
In their words
“Tyler has a kind, straightforward way of communication and always prioritizes the best interest of his patients. He has built a great team around him.”
— Dr. Aneesh Rahangdale
Your first step
Start with a real conversation.
A free, no-pressure 15-minute call to see if we're the right fit.
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Tell us what's going on
No forms to fill out first.
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Meet your clinician
A quick, honest call — 15 minutes.
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Decide together
Book only if it feels right.