Independence House, Inc. values all members of our communities and provides services to adult and children regardless of race, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, nationality or creed. Independence house, Inc. is a member of Jane Doe, Inc., the MA Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence.
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Services Offered
Individual Counseling - Independence House provides individual short-term crisis counseling, safety planning and resource assistance to victims/survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Appointments are not necessary and there is no waiting list. Independence House offers individual counseling to the following: * Domestic Violence * Sexual Violence (rape crisis) * Children Exposed to Domestic Violence * Teen Program
Group Counseling - Independence House offers group counseling and support for survivors and their children. Groups can be an important aspect of healing and empowerment for some survivors. Independence House Support Groups: * Sexual Assault Survivor's Support Group * Adult Sexual Assault Support Group for Survivors of Incest * Domestic Violence Survivor's Support Group * Parent Support Group * Teen Support Group * Fun Stress management for Kids
Fees and Payment
All of Independence House services are free and confidential.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
Special Groups: Bilingual
Payment: Sliding Scale Medicare Medicaid
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.