Therapists in London, ON
Robin Koop-Watson
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6B
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life presents challenges and struggles that signal us that it’s time for internal and/or external change. Change isn’t always easy and it can be hard to let go of what no longer serves us. Perhaps you’ve been struggling with past trauma, difficult life experiences, loss, or transitions that have impacted how you feel about yourself, your relationships, and the world around you. Sometimes we need some help to navigate the journey and find our way back to ourselves. You don’t need to do it alone.
Sometimes life presents challenges and struggles that signal us that it’s time for internal and/or external change. Change isn’t always easy and it can be hard to let go of what no longer serves us. Perhaps you’ve been struggling with past trauma, difficult life experiences, loss, or transitions that have impacted how you feel about yourself, your relationships, and the world around you. Sometimes we need some help to navigate the journey and find our way back to ourselves. You don’t need to do it alone.
Amanda (Salter) Popat
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RYT200
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
London, ON N6H
I strive to create a warm, safe and accepting space to work towards your therapeutic goals and assist in your healing process. Although life happens to us, our healing has to happen at home - whether that means literally in our physical spaces, or in our mind and body within which we live. With this in mind, I created my own practice, Healing at Home Counselling and Wellness Services. With the philosophy that if our mind is supported, we can feel at home and safe in our body, our counselling services work from a person-centred, holistic approach which allows for an individually tailored intervention plan.
I strive to create a warm, safe and accepting space to work towards your therapeutic goals and assist in your healing process. Although life happens to us, our healing has to happen at home - whether that means literally in our physical spaces, or in our mind and body within which we live. With this in mind, I created my own practice, Healing at Home Counselling and Wellness Services. With the philosophy that if our mind is supported, we can feel at home and safe in our body, our counselling services work from a person-centred, holistic approach which allows for an individually tailored intervention plan.
Amy Forristal
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CYW, MA, GIT dip
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
London, ON N6G (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients. Come as you are, stressed, lost, angry, overwhelmed, broken, I meet you where you're at without judgment. I offer a holistic process that support you to increase awareness, refine inner attunement, and develop self exploration around the challenges or transformations you seek. Together we'll authentically explore different tools and approaches that prove most effective or well-suited to your unique needs. Discovering the right combination of support that helps gets you through difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Accepting New Clients. Come as you are, stressed, lost, angry, overwhelmed, broken, I meet you where you're at without judgment. I offer a holistic process that support you to increase awareness, refine inner attunement, and develop self exploration around the challenges or transformations you seek. Together we'll authentically explore different tools and approaches that prove most effective or well-suited to your unique needs. Discovering the right combination of support that helps gets you through difficult thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Dela Lubin - Counselling And Consulting Services
Registered Psychotherapist, MPS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
London, ON N6E (Online Only)
Are you struggling with the daily pressures of life? Do you find yourself inundated by unhealthy thoughts and emotions which overwhelm and control your life? My name is Dela and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping families and individuals like yourself learn how to regain balance by taking control of destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes working with and families and individuals with a history of childhood neglect, abuse, trauma, work related issues, family problems, and psychological issues including anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.
Are you struggling with the daily pressures of life? Do you find yourself inundated by unhealthy thoughts and emotions which overwhelm and control your life? My name is Dela and I'm a Registered Psychotherapist with a passion for helping families and individuals like yourself learn how to regain balance by taking control of destructive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This includes working with and families and individuals with a history of childhood neglect, abuse, trauma, work related issues, family problems, and psychological issues including anxiety, mood, and personality disorders.
BLB & Associates - Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6H
BLB & Associates works with clients, to support them through their healing journey. Clients are always in control of what we talk about. BLB & Associates offers counselling, psychotherapy and EMDR. Our team focus is on your needs. We do our best to accommodate your schedule when booking, as we know life can be busy.
BLB & Associates works with clients, to support them through their healing journey. Clients are always in control of what we talk about. BLB & Associates offers counselling, psychotherapy and EMDR. Our team focus is on your needs. We do our best to accommodate your schedule when booking, as we know life can be busy.
Jessica Smith
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
London, ON N6H (Online Only)
Accepting new clients, evening/weekends available - I offer individual counselling services to teens and adults virtually by phone or video. We face many challenges, and it can be helpful to talk to someone so you don’t feel so overwhelmed or alone. I work with clients to explore their concerns in a client-centred, supportive, judgement free environment. Together we can create goals to work towards, creating positive change in your life.
Accepting new clients, evening/weekends available - I offer individual counselling services to teens and adults virtually by phone or video. We face many challenges, and it can be helpful to talk to someone so you don’t feel so overwhelmed or alone. I work with clients to explore their concerns in a client-centred, supportive, judgement free environment. Together we can create goals to work towards, creating positive change in your life.
Marnie Wedlake
Registered Psychotherapist, HonsBA, MEd, PhD, RP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6H (Online Only)
My interests & expertise include: Workplace traumas, bullying, harassment, discrimination, constructive dismissal, psychologically unsafe workplaces, unanticipated job loss/end. The Mother Wound. Existential despair, i.e. feeling lost/adrift in life, lack of meaning & purpose. Not realizing one’s potential. Issues stemming from trauma in childhood. Difficult life transitions, life endings, e.g. retirement, relationship endings. Support for withdrawal from psychiatric drugs. Dissociation, depersonalization, dis-integration in response to trauma. Many come to me when they’ve exhausted options provided by mainstream mental healthcare.
My interests & expertise include: Workplace traumas, bullying, harassment, discrimination, constructive dismissal, psychologically unsafe workplaces, unanticipated job loss/end. The Mother Wound. Existential despair, i.e. feeling lost/adrift in life, lack of meaning & purpose. Not realizing one’s potential. Issues stemming from trauma in childhood. Difficult life transitions, life endings, e.g. retirement, relationship endings. Support for withdrawal from psychiatric drugs. Dissociation, depersonalization, dis-integration in response to trauma. Many come to me when they’ve exhausted options provided by mainstream mental healthcare.
Nadine Bilawski
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
London, ON N6M
Do you want to see changes in your life, but don't know what to do next? Do the same issues or patterns come up for you again and again? As we go through life, we face challenges that can impact us and our personal growth going forward. Sometimes the things we have been doing in the past to cope and get by don't seem to work anymore, or don't have the same effect as they did before. We need to find new ways of thinking and behaving to readjust, cope, and heal from the past so we can manage the challenges ahead of us. Let’s team up together to take control of your story and make the changes you would like to see in your life.
Do you want to see changes in your life, but don't know what to do next? Do the same issues or patterns come up for you again and again? As we go through life, we face challenges that can impact us and our personal growth going forward. Sometimes the things we have been doing in the past to cope and get by don't seem to work anymore, or don't have the same effect as they did before. We need to find new ways of thinking and behaving to readjust, cope, and heal from the past so we can manage the challenges ahead of us. Let’s team up together to take control of your story and make the changes you would like to see in your life.
Lois M. Ostolosky
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
Immediate, In Person availability. Sometimes, life becomes more than we can comfortably manage. We may feel unfulfilled, sad, irritable, worried and disconnected from who we are, who we love and the life we want to live. We may feel powerless to change our situation. However, change is possible! I work collaboratively with people of all ages, honoring their unique experiences while simultaneously supporting them to increase strategies and build resiliency and confidence. Whether it is a slight ‘tweak’ or a deeper concern you wish to explore, I am happy to provide support.
Immediate, In Person availability. Sometimes, life becomes more than we can comfortably manage. We may feel unfulfilled, sad, irritable, worried and disconnected from who we are, who we love and the life we want to live. We may feel powerless to change our situation. However, change is possible! I work collaboratively with people of all ages, honoring their unique experiences while simultaneously supporting them to increase strategies and build resiliency and confidence. Whether it is a slight ‘tweak’ or a deeper concern you wish to explore, I am happy to provide support.
Drew Morrison
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
Everyone’s story matters. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to begin the process of unpacking and understanding your own story. Perhaps your story is just beginning and you’re struggling to figure out who you are, who you want to be, what's most important to you. Perhaps your story has left you with a negative sense of self and unfulfilling relationships that seem to continually let you down. Or perhaps your story has left you feeling ineffective, overwhelmed and insecure. My ideal clients are motivated to write new chapters in their lives, and it's my sincere honour to be able to support them on their journey.
Everyone’s story matters. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to begin the process of unpacking and understanding your own story. Perhaps your story is just beginning and you’re struggling to figure out who you are, who you want to be, what's most important to you. Perhaps your story has left you with a negative sense of self and unfulfilling relationships that seem to continually let you down. Or perhaps your story has left you feeling ineffective, overwhelmed and insecure. My ideal clients are motivated to write new chapters in their lives, and it's my sincere honour to be able to support them on their journey.
Zane Eastabrook
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RPQ
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
We all oscillate between different states of mental wellbeing throughout our lives, and I find meaning in helping people forge a path towards a consistent baseline of wellness. Regardless of what brought you to seek therapy, I look forward to connecting with you and helping you draw on your own resiliency to name and build toward your goals.
We all oscillate between different states of mental wellbeing throughout our lives, and I find meaning in helping people forge a path towards a consistent baseline of wellness. Regardless of what brought you to seek therapy, I look forward to connecting with you and helping you draw on your own resiliency to name and build toward your goals.
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Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
London, ON N6C
You are struggling to adjust to parenthood, you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and unsure. Maybe you have experienced a loss or fertility struggles, causing you to feel like giving up hope. You may find yourself quick to anger and lash out in ways you never imagined. Or perhaps your relationship is changing and you and your partner are no longer on the same page. You might feel overwhelmed with the mental load of parenting. Or experiencing stress and anxiety transitioning back to work after leave. Whether you are pregnant, postpartum or experienced parents, it can be difficult to manage the never ending demands and conflicts.
You are struggling to adjust to parenthood, you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and unsure. Maybe you have experienced a loss or fertility struggles, causing you to feel like giving up hope. You may find yourself quick to anger and lash out in ways you never imagined. Or perhaps your relationship is changing and you and your partner are no longer on the same page. You might feel overwhelmed with the mental load of parenting. Or experiencing stress and anxiety transitioning back to work after leave. Whether you are pregnant, postpartum or experienced parents, it can be difficult to manage the never ending demands and conflicts.
Koye Oyerinde
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6H (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples. This might be the first time you are seeking counselling or you may be seeking for a different counselling experience, picking the right counsellor for you is important. It is important to understand how we interpret our experiences and how they affects us. Our environments also have the ability to impact the way we interpret our experiences and interactions; it can be helpful to develop an awareness of the common miscommunication we experience based on our past experiences and in challenging ourselves to take steps towards wellness.
I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples. This might be the first time you are seeking counselling or you may be seeking for a different counselling experience, picking the right counsellor for you is important. It is important to understand how we interpret our experiences and how they affects us. Our environments also have the ability to impact the way we interpret our experiences and interactions; it can be helpful to develop an awareness of the common miscommunication we experience based on our past experiences and in challenging ourselves to take steps towards wellness.
Natalia Kowalczyk
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A
New to counselling ? Looking for someone to connect with ? Struggling with depression, anxiety, life stressors, self-esteem, PTSD, or more? You have come to the right place! Psychotherapy can provide a wide range of benefits such as emotional and psychological well-being, positive changes in the brain and body, and addressing those mental health struggles that have become too much to handle on your own. Connect with me for a in person session at Phillips and Associates Psychotherapy or we can chat virtually as well. We have all been in a place where we need to reach out for help, this is your first step!
New to counselling ? Looking for someone to connect with ? Struggling with depression, anxiety, life stressors, self-esteem, PTSD, or more? You have come to the right place! Psychotherapy can provide a wide range of benefits such as emotional and psychological well-being, positive changes in the brain and body, and addressing those mental health struggles that have become too much to handle on your own. Connect with me for a in person session at Phillips and Associates Psychotherapy or we can chat virtually as well. We have all been in a place where we need to reach out for help, this is your first step!
Chris Chmielewski
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London, ON N6A
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
My background holds 40yr of extensive practice experience and continued learning. Expertise:all relationship concerns; recovery/healing from emotional hurts, losses, trauma. Such events, if in early years, can instill persistent insecurity, fears, loneliness and grief, causing troubled close relationships and inner-life: Restricting our core resilient nature where we keep strong potentials to be more open, creative, confident, realistic/effective persons. Mainly treat “self-regulation” problems: Social anxiety, shame/guilt, anger, depression; Overdependencies; Intimacy-sexuality, Communication; Identity-Personality issues;Selfcare.
Paula Watts
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6P
Bring yourself and I will bring the space for you to unload the weight of your worries. Lonely, sad, anxious about the future or struggling with decisions? We can work through transitions in your life to create stronger connections. It’s not easy to have the relationship you truly want; to feel heard and understood. At times, you’re spinning your wheels and not moving forward. Let me help you in getting unstuck from this negative cycle. Let’s navigate the road together and together, we can transform your emotions to building a more meaning-FULL life.
Bring yourself and I will bring the space for you to unload the weight of your worries. Lonely, sad, anxious about the future or struggling with decisions? We can work through transitions in your life to create stronger connections. It’s not easy to have the relationship you truly want; to feel heard and understood. At times, you’re spinning your wheels and not moving forward. Let me help you in getting unstuck from this negative cycle. Let’s navigate the road together and together, we can transform your emotions to building a more meaning-FULL life.
AKO Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
London, ON N6A (Online Only)
Greetings fellow earthlings! My name is Amanda. As fellow humans, we can work together to help you through this unpredictable life more easily. In response to our shared challenges of heartbreak, disappointment, pain and fear, I want to offer you the universal needs of feeling seen, heard, valued and supported. I focus on deeper work, to thoroughly understand the experiences and relationships that have led you to how you feel today. Together, we can look for unhelpful patterns in your life, and for creative changes to help ease the struggles you have been dealing with, and find more balance, peace and hope for your future.
Greetings fellow earthlings! My name is Amanda. As fellow humans, we can work together to help you through this unpredictable life more easily. In response to our shared challenges of heartbreak, disappointment, pain and fear, I want to offer you the universal needs of feeling seen, heard, valued and supported. I focus on deeper work, to thoroughly understand the experiences and relationships that have led you to how you feel today. Together, we can look for unhelpful patterns in your life, and for creative changes to help ease the struggles you have been dealing with, and find more balance, peace and hope for your future.
Jennifer Perkins
Registered Psychotherapist, RP , MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
London, ON N6B
When we aren't feeling like the best version of ourselves, it's tough to engage in our lives and relationships in the way we would like to; our daily stress adds up and pulls us away from the things and people that are important to us. Whether little things in your life are piling up and becoming overwhelming or you are in the midst of a major life transition, accessing support is an important first step to living a values-driven life. Dedicating time and space to process our thoughts with an unbiased listener can build the insight we need to thrive.
When we aren't feeling like the best version of ourselves, it's tough to engage in our lives and relationships in the way we would like to; our daily stress adds up and pulls us away from the things and people that are important to us. Whether little things in your life are piling up and becoming overwhelming or you are in the midst of a major life transition, accessing support is an important first step to living a values-driven life. Dedicating time and space to process our thoughts with an unbiased listener can build the insight we need to thrive.
Dru Fess
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, MTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London, ON N6C
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and work with men, women and couples of various ages dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship issues. I enjoy collaborating with my clients to deal with many of these life challenges.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) and work with men, women and couples of various ages dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief and relationship issues. I enjoy collaborating with my clients to deal with many of these life challenges.
Michelle Gibson
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
London, ON N6C
*Offering virtual trauma therapy throughout Ontario.* While I believe that everyone carries within themselves the capacity to heal, during difficult periods in life our personal strengths can be impossible to access. At these times, we may need a caring and non-judgmental therapist to assist us. My intention is to provide you with a safe space to share your concerns and to help you to fulfill the hopes you have for your life. As each individual is unique, so is therapy. I adapt my approach to meet your personal goals and together we will come to identify the process that best serves you.
*Offering virtual trauma therapy throughout Ontario.* While I believe that everyone carries within themselves the capacity to heal, during difficult periods in life our personal strengths can be impossible to access. At these times, we may need a caring and non-judgmental therapist to assist us. My intention is to provide you with a safe space to share your concerns and to help you to fulfill the hopes you have for your life. As each individual is unique, so is therapy. I adapt my approach to meet your personal goals and together we will come to identify the process that best serves you.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in London, ON
800+
Average cost per session
$150
Counsellors in London, ON who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
81% | Self Esteem |
81% | Stress |
80% | Relationship Issues |
77% | Coping Skills |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
59% | Green Shield Canada |
52% | SunLife |
51% | Manulife |
How Counsellors in London, ON see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in London?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postal code, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are certified by one of the main professional associations, mainly the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA), and will have a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) designation with their name. Social Workers listed in the directory must be registered members of the college specific to their province. To be listed in the directory, Psychologists must be registered with the psychological college specific to their province or territory.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given the considerable variation in professional regulation and prerequisites across Canadian provinces, some providers may possess significant professional qualifications without necessarily holding professional memberships or being obliged to acquire them. As a result, they may be selectively included without the "Verified" seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and social workers can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Canada.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
Psychologists have a master's and/or doctoral degree and have passed both written and oral exams. Psychologists are able to complete mental health assessments and provide diagnostic information to clients as well as provide counselling therapy or psychotherapy. Counsellors and psychotherapists are expected to have a master's or doctoral degree in counselling psychology, social work, or a related mental health discipline and certification by a professional association, such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. Registered Social Workers possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work and where possible must be licensed or certified by the provincial government and/or regulatory college.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, the cost of a therapy session in Canada could be between $100 and $200. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. Some types of outpatient mental health services are covered by Medicare, provided these are performed by a licensed mental health professional in the provinces or territory you reside in and who accepts the assignment.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postal code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Professionals licensed by regulatory colleges and those certified by associations such as the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association are obligated to uphold client confidentiality unless there is a legal reason that requires them to disclose information. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others, or a court order, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.