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Dr. Melissa Samartano, PHD

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Dr. Melissa Samartano, PHD is a Counselor in Plymouth, MA. Her office accepts new patients.

Dr. Melissa Samartano, PHD

Holistic Counseling Center

32 Court St Plymouth, MA 02360
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Biography

"Melissa received her Ph.D. in Holistic Counseling from the University of Sedona in 2013. She brings a creative approach to healing the mind, body, and spirit by incorporating different holistic modalities into the th..."

- Dr. Melissa Samartano, PHD

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Dr. Samartano's conditions and procedures:

  • Addiction
  • ADHD and-or ADD
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Adolescent Counseling
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Attack
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Behavior Modification
  • Behavioral Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Counseling Services
  • Couples Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Counseling
  • Family Psychotherapy
  • Grief
  • Grief Therapy
  • Group Psychotherapy
  • Individual Therapy
  • Marital and Family Psychotherapy
  • Marital Counseling
  • Marital Therapy
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychotherapy Services
  • Relationship Issues
  • Relaxation Therapy
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Stress Management
  • Substance Abuse

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Dr. Samartano accepts the following insurance:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
BlueConnect HMO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
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CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Tufts Health Plan
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Dr. Samartano's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Samartano

4.6

Based on 18 ratings

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Dr Melissa samartano’s outgoing message is that she will call back within 24 hrs. A few messages and days later no one acknowledged ph call. Website says they are taking new patients tho. I would not recommend this practice
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Jun 11, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr. Samartano. She is easy to talk to and is a great listener. I instantly felt comfortable talking and sharing with her. Her holistic approach to counseling through the use of counseling, and optional use of meditation strategies and yoga has been ideal for dealing with anxiety.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Kwhite in none – Aug 10, 2018
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Dr. Samartano has been truly wonderful to work with. She makes you feel comfortable, but also makes you aware of your own capabilities and strengths. I can appreciate that I feel like I am a part of my own success on goals that I am working on to achieve.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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MA – Jul 13, 2018
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Melissa has seen my son for the last several years. She has always been helpful, compassionate and a steady support for my son. He has been able to work through his challenges with her thoughtful guidance.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kate – Jun 09, 2018
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I highly recommend Dr Samartano. I went through the meditation stress relief program. I cannot tell you what a great program it was. She really helped me immensely dealing with my stress and showed me such useful tools to help me
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Carol Mahoney in Raynham Ma – Jan 21, 2018
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Dr. Samartano is very compassionate. She's soft-spoken and listens. Her approach is very conservative. She has been a big help to me, and what I like best is she has a favorable of complimentary and alternative medications. I like her recommendations for herbs and readily available natural products. She's also very understanding and willing to work with you as far as scheduling appointments and re-scheduling if needed.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Annalee Nystrom in Taunton,MA – Nov 23, 2017
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Dr Samartano has a very gentle way about her,,she listens and then gives her insights which helps put things in to perspective . .. I have also taken her yoga classes which are very soothing.and relaxing.,.good for the mind and the body.... .
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Marion Chase in Taunton – Nov 18, 2017
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Melissa’s energy is very warm and inviting. She makes it a comfortable environment to talk about things that may not always be easy to do- but are necessary for emotional healing and growth. I have learned a lot from her over the past few years, and continue to work on myself w/ the tools she has given me. I have recommended her many times already, and will continue to do so as I feel we could all benefit from some emotional guidance in this crazy journey of life!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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K.C. in MA – Nov 11, 2017
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Mellisa is very caring & kind. I have been seeing her for several years now. She has been so helpful to me.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Maria in Taunton, MA – Nov 10, 2017
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Dr. Samartano is a compassionate, caring Doctor. She's the best therapist I've ever met and I look forward to my appointments with her. She's helped me tremendously and I'm very comforted by our sessions. .
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jen in Massachusetts – Nov 09, 2017
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If it weren't for this woman, I may not be here today. She truly listens and helps. The best part, no prescriptions so none of the "let's try this or try that pill". If you are looking to find help, I highly recommend her!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Lauren in Raynham, MA – Nov 09, 2017
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I would highly recommend Melissa's Hatha Yoga Class. She is a great instructor for those new to yoga and very flexible with me signing up last minute! She was accommodating, patient and has such a soothing tone. I left her class feeling amazing, relaxed and can't wait to get back.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bridgewater – Nov 04, 2017
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I have been seeing Melissa for many years. Her holistic approach on guiding me through a very difficult time in my life has been life changing. She helped me understand the mind/body connection by opening my mind to mindfulness and yoga along with traditional therapy. All of these are "tools" I will use for the rest of life. Her knowledge of the mind and body in combination with her medical training in the field gives her , in my opinion, an advantage over "traditional" therapy. Namaste
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Middleboro, MA – Nov 04, 2017
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Dr. Samartano helped me so much with my panic and PTSD issues. I continue to go to her ongoing yoga classes she offers through her practice Holistic Counseling Center. I am so happy I found her services!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bridgewater, MA – Nov 02, 2017
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Melissa is a compassionate clinician. I brought my son to see her when he was struggling with major depression and had thoughts of suicide. Melissa saved by teaching him a mind, body, spirit approach to healing. My son is doing much better since seeing her and he still uses the coping strategies she taught him. I highly recommend her services! She is a God send!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Raynham, MA – Nov 01, 2017
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This doctor is extremely condescending and incompetent. She had an issue with my insurance and asked me if I would pay if my insurance didn't . I told her I would. Her fee is $135.00 per hour. I asked her, since I'm going to pay, am I going to have 60 minutes for my session? She said she couldn't guarantee the 60 minutes because I was two minutes late. I spent 10 minutes waiting, another ten minutes discussing my insurance. She wanted $135.00 for 30 minutes. I walked out.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Taunton – Oct 26, 2017
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Biography

Melissa received her Ph.D. in Holistic Counseling from the University of Sedona in 2013. She brings a creative approach to healing the mind, body, and...Read more

Specialties

  • Counseling
  • Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Adolescent Psychology
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology
  • Couples Counseling
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief and Bereavement
  • Health Psychology
  • Individual Counseling
  • Marriage & Family Therapy
  • Psychological Trauma
  • Psychology
  • Women's Counseling
  • Women's Health Psychology
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Dr. Samartano frequently treats Addiction, ADHD and-or ADD, and Adjustment Disorder . See all procedures and conditions Dr. Samartano treats.

Where is Dr. Melissa Samartano, PHD's office located?

Dr. Samartano's office is located at 32 Court St, Plymouth, MA 02360. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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Holistic Counseling Center

Holistic Counseling Center32 Court St Plymouth, MA 02360
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    • Mon: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 8:00pm
    • Sun: closed
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