Therapists in 01060

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Davis Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
I offer individual, relationship and family therapy. My areas of interest include: nonbinary and trans identities, alternative family structures, issues concerning sexuality or sexual practices, queer family planning, fertility issues, trauma, grief and loss. I was clinically trained at Smith and have recently worked at a nonprofit primarily with adults with extreme mind states and major life disruptions. Additionally, I am the co-director of Translate Gender Inc, we offer trainings and education around gender identity and expression as well as run psychotherapy groups for trans and nonbinary individuals, relationships and families.
I offer individual, relationship and family therapy. My areas of interest include: nonbinary and trans identities, alternative family structures, issues concerning sexuality or sexual practices, queer family planning, fertility issues, trauma, grief and loss. I was clinically trained at Smith and have recently worked at a nonprofit primarily with adults with extreme mind states and major life disruptions. Additionally, I am the co-director of Translate Gender Inc, we offer trainings and education around gender identity and expression as well as run psychotherapy groups for trans and nonbinary individuals, relationships and families.
(404) 620-3480 View (404) 620-3480
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Yoko Harumi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Northampton, MA 01060
Do you feel overwhelmed when facing life's obstacles? Have you tried to find ways to help yourself, but things have not improved, no matter what you do? Therapy can help you find new ways of dealing with life's challenges that have become too much to handle alone. Every person has a reservoir of strength inside. Through compassionate, supportive therapy, you can connect to your strengths to develop new ways of dealing with problems and complicated feelings, relationships, and transitions.
Do you feel overwhelmed when facing life's obstacles? Have you tried to find ways to help yourself, but things have not improved, no matter what you do? Therapy can help you find new ways of dealing with life's challenges that have become too much to handle alone. Every person has a reservoir of strength inside. Through compassionate, supportive therapy, you can connect to your strengths to develop new ways of dealing with problems and complicated feelings, relationships, and transitions.
(617) 420-7659 View (617) 420-7659
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Jamie Samowitz, IFS Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
You’ve tried talk therapy but still feel stuck, and your pain from the past lives on in the present. I can help you transform suffering at its roots. Trauma comes in many forms. Loss, abuse, misattunement of a caregiver. This unprocessed pain can appear as a daily hum of anxiety, or the sense that you can't fully feel the good things in your life. You want more than problem-solving— you want transformative change where the origins your suffering are revealed and core wounds healed. I work with people who are ready to move beyond symptom management and dive deep to discover how to live with more presence, ease and connection.
You’ve tried talk therapy but still feel stuck, and your pain from the past lives on in the present. I can help you transform suffering at its roots. Trauma comes in many forms. Loss, abuse, misattunement of a caregiver. This unprocessed pain can appear as a daily hum of anxiety, or the sense that you can't fully feel the good things in your life. You want more than problem-solving— you want transformative change where the origins your suffering are revealed and core wounds healed. I work with people who are ready to move beyond symptom management and dive deep to discover how to live with more presence, ease and connection.
(413) 393-6056 View (413) 393-6056
Meryl Fingrutd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Northampton, MA 01060
I have a general psychotherapy practice for individuals, couples or families ages 17+. My approach is to use basic talk therapy as a way of gaining insight, strengthening the self and making positive changes in thinking and behavior. As a generalist, I am open to all mental health issues. However, my specialty areas include major mental illness and psychotic disorders, with help for both the client and family and couples work.
I have a general psychotherapy practice for individuals, couples or families ages 17+. My approach is to use basic talk therapy as a way of gaining insight, strengthening the self and making positive changes in thinking and behavior. As a generalist, I am open to all mental health issues. However, my specialty areas include major mental illness and psychotic disorders, with help for both the client and family and couples work.
(413) 650-1343 View (413) 650-1343
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Peter Pruyn
Counselor, LMHC, MA, EdM
Northampton, MA 01060
I respond to all inquiries because I know that looking for a therapist can be challenging. For those looking for the first time, I'd like to offer some thoughts on finding one who's right for you. While credentials and experience have their place, at the end of the day the most important thing is fit. I encourage you to "go with your gut." Do a phone consult. Did they give you space to talk? Did you feel heard? Sometimes what we need is feeling supported by someone who "gets" us. Other times we grow from someone who is able to challenge us in just the right way.
I respond to all inquiries because I know that looking for a therapist can be challenging. For those looking for the first time, I'd like to offer some thoughts on finding one who's right for you. While credentials and experience have their place, at the end of the day the most important thing is fit. I encourage you to "go with your gut." Do a phone consult. Did they give you space to talk? Did you feel heard? Sometimes what we need is feeling supported by someone who "gets" us. Other times we grow from someone who is able to challenge us in just the right way.
(413) 320-4240 View (413) 320-4240
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Peter Corbett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW , MEd, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
Many of my clients are high-functioning professionals, creatives, and caregivers who feel stuck—despite insight and effort. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or a persistent sense that something vital in them is dormant. They want more than symptom relief; they want renewal, clarity, and connection to purpose. Some are curious about Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) as a way to move beyond old patterns and catalyze real change.
Many of my clients are high-functioning professionals, creatives, and caregivers who feel stuck—despite insight and effort. They may struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, or a persistent sense that something vital in them is dormant. They want more than symptom relief; they want renewal, clarity, and connection to purpose. Some are curious about Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) as a way to move beyond old patterns and catalyze real change.
(413) 579-6185 View (413) 579-6185
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Steven Alan Hassan
Counselor, PhD, MEd, LMHC, NCC
Northampton, MA 01060
As a former cult member, I help people and their families who have been "unduly influenced." I am committed to helping people reclaim their personal power. I wrote four books including Freedom of Mind, Combating Cult Mind Control, and The Cult of Trump. My online courses include Understanding Cults: A Foundational Course. I help people from all over the world who have found that mental health professionals unless they are specialized in treating cult members, are at best a waste of time and resources, and worse, do further harm. A large part of my practice is short term work with former members.
As a former cult member, I help people and their families who have been "unduly influenced." I am committed to helping people reclaim their personal power. I wrote four books including Freedom of Mind, Combating Cult Mind Control, and The Cult of Trump. My online courses include Understanding Cults: A Foundational Course. I help people from all over the world who have found that mental health professionals unless they are specialized in treating cult members, are at best a waste of time and resources, and worse, do further harm. A large part of my practice is short term work with former members.
(617) 941-3800 View (617) 941-3800
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Do you want to transform your life? Do you find that you just can’t let go of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? Wouldn’t you like to just put it all behind you and move on to living a happier and fuller life? We work with adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, behavioral challenges, stress, and much more. We have the clinical expertise to help you heal from trauma. Trauma can be caused by bullying, all forms of discrimination, relationship issues, betrayal, divorce, death, illness, childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, military combat, violent crime, motor vehicle accident, LGBTQ struggles, and so much more. We can help you figure out what would be the best path towards healing.
Do you want to transform your life? Do you find that you just can’t let go of your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors? Wouldn’t you like to just put it all behind you and move on to living a happier and fuller life? We work with adults, children, and adolescents who are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, PTSD, trauma, behavioral challenges, stress, and much more. We have the clinical expertise to help you heal from trauma. Trauma can be caused by bullying, all forms of discrimination, relationship issues, betrayal, divorce, death, illness, childhood abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, military combat, violent crime, motor vehicle accident, LGBTQ struggles, and so much more. We can help you figure out what would be the best path towards healing.
(413) 994-0033 View (413) 994-0033
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Mark Seifried
Pastoral Counselor, Mark Seifried, MDiv
Northampton, MA 01060
Throughout my twenty-five years of counseling, I have cared for people in most all life situations - from childhood through their final breath and in all walks of life. In our sessions, through spiritual inquiry, deep discussion, and reflection, we focus on the joys and challenges of your life: • What makes you feel most alive? • How do you spend your time? • What relationships support you? • How do you make decisions? • What are your goals? • What spiritual practices might support your goals?
Throughout my twenty-five years of counseling, I have cared for people in most all life situations - from childhood through their final breath and in all walks of life. In our sessions, through spiritual inquiry, deep discussion, and reflection, we focus on the joys and challenges of your life: • What makes you feel most alive? • How do you spend your time? • What relationships support you? • How do you make decisions? • What are your goals? • What spiritual practices might support your goals?
(413) 486-5618 View (413) 486-5618
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Ay Ling Han
Psychologist, PhD
Northampton, MA 01060
Welcome to my site. I hope I can answer your questions you may have to help you make your decision for choosing a therapist. Do you get in your own way that keeps you from living more fully & effectively? Do you struggle with trauma; relationship difficulties; feeling overwhelmed, ashamed, insecure, angry; transitions, loss, unresolved grief? Do you find yourself reacting to or doing things that you know are not healthy or helpful for you, your relationships or work? Does your past limit or complicate your present? Do you have challenging experiences as an immigrant or person of color you want help with?
Welcome to my site. I hope I can answer your questions you may have to help you make your decision for choosing a therapist. Do you get in your own way that keeps you from living more fully & effectively? Do you struggle with trauma; relationship difficulties; feeling overwhelmed, ashamed, insecure, angry; transitions, loss, unresolved grief? Do you find yourself reacting to or doing things that you know are not healthy or helpful for you, your relationships or work? Does your past limit or complicate your present? Do you have challenging experiences as an immigrant or person of color you want help with?
(413) 343-4483 View (413) 343-4483
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Patricia Ann Canestro
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
Good therapy will help you master the problems you are struggling with. People are strongly motivated to feel better and need a therapist who will align with them. Most people suffer from false self-blame. My clients tend to be people who find themselves compelled to put the needs of others ahead of their own. Self-criticism comes in a variety of painful and self-defeating habits, and thoughts and feelings often add to their burdens. I have committed my practice to helping patients overcome their guilt, shame & anxiety.
Good therapy will help you master the problems you are struggling with. People are strongly motivated to feel better and need a therapist who will align with them. Most people suffer from false self-blame. My clients tend to be people who find themselves compelled to put the needs of others ahead of their own. Self-criticism comes in a variety of painful and self-defeating habits, and thoughts and feelings often add to their burdens. I have committed my practice to helping patients overcome their guilt, shame & anxiety.
(650) 242-2449 View (650) 242-2449
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Jill I. Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Northampton, MA 01060
At the heart we all long for feelings of closeness, care and connection with our partner. When we experience these feelings we are able to relax in the field of that closeness through life’s challenges and joys. The days feel easier, softer, more manageable. Naturally, relationships go through difficult times, but it can be tough when we get caught up in negative emotional cycles with our partner. When we feel our needs don't matter, or that no matter what we do we just can’t get it right, frustration and anger can dominate. This can lead to us to lash out or pull away, creating even more distance just when we long to feel close!
At the heart we all long for feelings of closeness, care and connection with our partner. When we experience these feelings we are able to relax in the field of that closeness through life’s challenges and joys. The days feel easier, softer, more manageable. Naturally, relationships go through difficult times, but it can be tough when we get caught up in negative emotional cycles with our partner. When we feel our needs don't matter, or that no matter what we do we just can’t get it right, frustration and anger can dominate. This can lead to us to lash out or pull away, creating even more distance just when we long to feel close!
(413) 402-6018 View (413) 402-6018
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Ron Delamater
Psychologist, PhD
Northampton, MA 01060
Mental health difficulties often arise in the context of an absence of close interpersonal relationships. Symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, and severe, persistent mental illness can be successfully treated through improvements in one’s capacity to develop and maintain adaptive, healthy interpersonal connections and engagement in meaningful and enjoyable activities. I have more than 36 years practicing clinical psychology. I retired from the Department of Veterans Affairs on May 31, 2022 and I'm now expanding my private practice. Flexible schedule. I'm available for both teletherapy and in-office session. Lots of free parking.
Mental health difficulties often arise in the context of an absence of close interpersonal relationships. Symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, and severe, persistent mental illness can be successfully treated through improvements in one’s capacity to develop and maintain adaptive, healthy interpersonal connections and engagement in meaningful and enjoyable activities. I have more than 36 years practicing clinical psychology. I retired from the Department of Veterans Affairs on May 31, 2022 and I'm now expanding my private practice. Flexible schedule. I'm available for both teletherapy and in-office session. Lots of free parking.
(413) 961-5605 View (413) 961-5605
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Mark A Karpel
Psychologist, PhD
Northampton, MA 01060
I work with all couples - married and unmarried, premarital and divorcing, heterosexual and same sex. I work actively to explore areas of dissatisfaction, identify obstacles to change, and find ways to overcome them. I offer to meet with all couples for a brief evaluation, designed to determine whether treatment is indicated and to quickly identify key problems, strengths and promising directions for treatment. I strive for the shortest course of treatment that accomplishes clients' goals. If a couple is in acute crisis, I make every effort to see them on an intensive basis initially until the immediate crisis is stabilized.
I work with all couples - married and unmarried, premarital and divorcing, heterosexual and same sex. I work actively to explore areas of dissatisfaction, identify obstacles to change, and find ways to overcome them. I offer to meet with all couples for a brief evaluation, designed to determine whether treatment is indicated and to quickly identify key problems, strengths and promising directions for treatment. I strive for the shortest course of treatment that accomplishes clients' goals. If a couple is in acute crisis, I make every effort to see them on an intensive basis initially until the immediate crisis is stabilized.
(413) 650-6104 View (413) 650-6104
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Lauren Ledoux
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
2 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
I am a clinical therapist who uses narrative psychotherapy as a model to treat and process trauma, grief, and relational issues. I work with adults and older adolescents, as well as couples, and use a person-centered eclectic framework with my clients. I have been trained in AASECT sex therapy and encourage any individual, couple, or those engaged in non-traditional relationships to explore sex-related concerns in their work with me. In every aspect of my practice, I use an individualized approach with the client to build a treatment perspective that is specific to their own interests, values, and recovery.
I am a clinical therapist who uses narrative psychotherapy as a model to treat and process trauma, grief, and relational issues. I work with adults and older adolescents, as well as couples, and use a person-centered eclectic framework with my clients. I have been trained in AASECT sex therapy and encourage any individual, couple, or those engaged in non-traditional relationships to explore sex-related concerns in their work with me. In every aspect of my practice, I use an individualized approach with the client to build a treatment perspective that is specific to their own interests, values, and recovery.
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Andrew Golibersuch
Counselor, LMHC, ATR-P, BC-TMH
3 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
I work with people who are in a process of healing, self understanding, and growth. Clients may be asking questions like: "Who am I? How do I be the best version of me? How do I foster the most loving supportive relationships in my life?" You may be struggling with big feelings related to: anxiety, depression, identity issues, interpersonal challenges, difficulties with motivation and focus, healing of trauma, and/or wrestling with life's big questions. Therapy, to me, is a highly collaborative process. You're driving the bus and I am here to help you navigate through a process of deep listening, reflection, and psychoeducation.
I work with people who are in a process of healing, self understanding, and growth. Clients may be asking questions like: "Who am I? How do I be the best version of me? How do I foster the most loving supportive relationships in my life?" You may be struggling with big feelings related to: anxiety, depression, identity issues, interpersonal challenges, difficulties with motivation and focus, healing of trauma, and/or wrestling with life's big questions. Therapy, to me, is a highly collaborative process. You're driving the bus and I am here to help you navigate through a process of deep listening, reflection, and psychoeducation.
(413) 422-6680 View (413) 422-6680
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Tyler Boudreau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PhD, EMDR
Northampton, MA 01060
Psychotherapy is collaborative work that begins with a conversation about what has brought a client in. Broadly speaking, I take a phased, trauma-informed, approach to the therapeutic process: Initially, we'll be developing skills and resources for managing feelings of general anxiety, anger, and depression. Where relevant, we will also work to improve interpersonal skills and relationships, which can bring relief to one’s daily life while enhancing one’s capacity for the next phase of treatment, the reprocessing of traumatic experiences to adaptive resolution.
Psychotherapy is collaborative work that begins with a conversation about what has brought a client in. Broadly speaking, I take a phased, trauma-informed, approach to the therapeutic process: Initially, we'll be developing skills and resources for managing feelings of general anxiety, anger, and depression. Where relevant, we will also work to improve interpersonal skills and relationships, which can bring relief to one’s daily life while enhancing one’s capacity for the next phase of treatment, the reprocessing of traumatic experiences to adaptive resolution.
(413) 613-4844 View (413) 613-4844
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Joey Dehais
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Northampton, MA 01060
As a clinician, I orient toward the ongoing legacy of all that each patient has learned and inherited in their life. Manifestations of history in the present can be both indicative of strengths in addition to adaptations that may not feel sustainable or desired in the long run. In treatment, I work to attend to both the past and present in order to help patients hold both their internal experiences as well as their relationships with care and nuance.
As a clinician, I orient toward the ongoing legacy of all that each patient has learned and inherited in their life. Manifestations of history in the present can be both indicative of strengths in addition to adaptations that may not feel sustainable or desired in the long run. In treatment, I work to attend to both the past and present in order to help patients hold both their internal experiences as well as their relationships with care and nuance.
(413) 966-0282 View (413) 966-0282
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Marilyn Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Northampton, MA 01060
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, unsure of your path or how to heal your pain? I create a safe, supportive space for you to set aside "the noise of the world", to have time just for you, where your fears, struggles, and stressors can be heard with understanding and compassion. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, loss of identity, life transitions, chronic fear, PTSD or trauma, relationship conflict, grief or loss of a beloved, triggers as a Highly Sensitive Person, or spiritual questioning, it is possible to heal: to have inner calm, clarity, peacefulness, self-compassion, authenticity, and empowerment.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, unsure of your path or how to heal your pain? I create a safe, supportive space for you to set aside "the noise of the world", to have time just for you, where your fears, struggles, and stressors can be heard with understanding and compassion. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, loss of identity, life transitions, chronic fear, PTSD or trauma, relationship conflict, grief or loss of a beloved, triggers as a Highly Sensitive Person, or spiritual questioning, it is possible to heal: to have inner calm, clarity, peacefulness, self-compassion, authenticity, and empowerment.
(413) 650-1371 View (413) 650-1371
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Vivien Eva Weiss
Counselor, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Northampton, MA 01060
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years. Early in my career I co-authored a book called Relationships, which explored how marriages either succeeded or failed. My work on the book helped me formulate a way of working with couples, one that was supportive of struggle in the interest of strengthening the relationship bond. I attempt to help couples not only survive but also to thrive. In addition, I do long- term psychodynamic work with individuals . I have worked with many people struggling with depression, anxiety and post traumatic stress.
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years. Early in my career I co-authored a book called Relationships, which explored how marriages either succeeded or failed. My work on the book helped me formulate a way of working with couples, one that was supportive of struggle in the interest of strengthening the relationship bond. I attempt to help couples not only survive but also to thrive. In addition, I do long- term psychodynamic work with individuals . I have worked with many people struggling with depression, anxiety and post traumatic stress.
(413) 274-4187 View (413) 274-4187

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How does your Therapist compare?

Number of Therapists in 01060

600+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in 01060 who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
87% Depression
81% Relationship Issues
76% Trauma and PTSD
73% Self Esteem
68% Life Transitions
66% Stress

Average years in practice

13 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

90% BlueCross and BlueShield
51% Aetna
50% Optum

How Therapists in 01060 see their clients

60% In Person and Online
40% Online Only

Gender breakdown

70% Female
23% Male
7% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in 01060?

Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip 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 zip code into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.

Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?

Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.

Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.

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, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. 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.

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 zip code.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.