Therapists in 30345

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Lera Less
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, RPT, CAMS
Online Only
Challenges in areas such as family, life transitions, academics, and relationships can deeply influence your overall well-being and sense of self. Facing these experiences on your own can often feel isolationing but you don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy offers a supportive space to help you navigate these challenges, while empowering you to grow into the best version of yourself. I’m committed to helping you uncover the strength and clarity within. Each therapeutic journey is uniquely tailored to meet your individual needs, always grounded in empathy, respect, and a shared goal.
Challenges in areas such as family, life transitions, academics, and relationships can deeply influence your overall well-being and sense of self. Facing these experiences on your own can often feel isolationing but you don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy offers a supportive space to help you navigate these challenges, while empowering you to grow into the best version of yourself. I’m committed to helping you uncover the strength and clarity within. Each therapeutic journey is uniquely tailored to meet your individual needs, always grounded in empathy, respect, and a shared goal.
(770) 212-3577 View (770) 212-3577
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Dr. Elena Kim
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Atlanta, GA 30345
Did you have a difficult childhood and are now afraid of repeating the same dysfunctional patterns in your own relationship? Are you afraid of intimacy and scared that your partner will reject or abandon you? Do you fear they won't "get" you? Maybe you have a hard time understanding yourself and knowing why you treat your partner the way you do. If you did not have the best childhood growing up, then chances are, you do not have a good model of what a healthy, life-long relationship or marriage looks like. Your parents did their best, but they struggled with their own issues and did not know how to have a healthy partnership.
Did you have a difficult childhood and are now afraid of repeating the same dysfunctional patterns in your own relationship? Are you afraid of intimacy and scared that your partner will reject or abandon you? Do you fear they won't "get" you? Maybe you have a hard time understanding yourself and knowing why you treat your partner the way you do. If you did not have the best childhood growing up, then chances are, you do not have a good model of what a healthy, life-long relationship or marriage looks like. Your parents did their best, but they struggled with their own issues and did not know how to have a healthy partnership.
(470) 592-8780 View (470) 592-8780
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Cassandra Guerrero
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I have worked with individuals who have been through traumatic experiences and those diagnosed with severe mental illness. I do not limit myself to these specific populations. I offer a safe place where compassion, empathy, and no-judgment are not just words. If you are ready to work through your challenges, I am here to assist.
I have worked with individuals who have been through traumatic experiences and those diagnosed with severe mental illness. I do not limit myself to these specific populations. I offer a safe place where compassion, empathy, and no-judgment are not just words. If you are ready to work through your challenges, I am here to assist.
(678) 841-8483 View (678) 841-8483
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Jim Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC
Atlanta, GA 30345
30+ years experience helping clients successfully work on mental health issues, men's concerns, substance abuse, business and career development. Accept most insurance or affordable private pay. Individualized treatment goals to help you make progress. See all ages, couples, and families. Being happier and making progress on your goals is always possible. Having a therapist, like a coach, helps you better define your goals and develop a doable process to achieve and problem solve. Please see my website for psychology articles I have written that you may find useful.
30+ years experience helping clients successfully work on mental health issues, men's concerns, substance abuse, business and career development. Accept most insurance or affordable private pay. Individualized treatment goals to help you make progress. See all ages, couples, and families. Being happier and making progress on your goals is always possible. Having a therapist, like a coach, helps you better define your goals and develop a doable process to achieve and problem solve. Please see my website for psychology articles I have written that you may find useful.
(770) 212-3628 View (770) 212-3628
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Winter C. Foddrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
10 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My personal and professional experience with mental health began not as a therapist, rather as an advocate for equality in the women’s health community. It is my passion for social justice that has led me to the sacred space in which I can now support others. I trust the power of acceptance and genuineness. I believe that when we are true to self, growth and healing can naturally occur.
My personal and professional experience with mental health began not as a therapist, rather as an advocate for equality in the women’s health community. It is my passion for social justice that has led me to the sacred space in which I can now support others. I trust the power of acceptance and genuineness. I believe that when we are true to self, growth and healing can naturally occur.
(404) 738-5429 View (404) 738-5429
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Janie B Mardis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30345
It is human to get lost and feel isolated at times, but from an evolutionary perspective, humans weren't built to heal in isolation. Stress, grief, and life transitions are all normal, but how we navigate them can determine whether anxiety, depression, or isolation follow. My nonjudgmental, research-informed approach supports clients in healing through diligent practice, secure connection, mutual respect, and clear-eyed self-reflection. Clients are safe to explore their full selfhood, to view challenge as a normal part of growth, to learn concrete tools for comfort and safety, and to grow secure and joyous in their authentic selves.
It is human to get lost and feel isolated at times, but from an evolutionary perspective, humans weren't built to heal in isolation. Stress, grief, and life transitions are all normal, but how we navigate them can determine whether anxiety, depression, or isolation follow. My nonjudgmental, research-informed approach supports clients in healing through diligent practice, secure connection, mutual respect, and clear-eyed self-reflection. Clients are safe to explore their full selfhood, to view challenge as a normal part of growth, to learn concrete tools for comfort and safety, and to grow secure and joyous in their authentic selves.
(770) 637-9737 View (770) 637-9737
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Grace Paulsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Atlanta, GA 30345
Hello and welcome! Creating a supportive space is my priority. I strive to foster an environment where clients can freely express themselves and explore areas of their lives where they may feel stuck. I help clients gain new perspectives and tap into their strengths to tackle the challenges and life transitions they face.
Hello and welcome! Creating a supportive space is my priority. I strive to foster an environment where clients can freely express themselves and explore areas of their lives where they may feel stuck. I help clients gain new perspectives and tap into their strengths to tackle the challenges and life transitions they face.
(470) 410-5534 View (470) 410-5534
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Kristen Albritton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in treating relational trauma and attachment wounds. Many of my clients are adult children of emotionally immature parents who struggle with low self-esteem, forming healthy relationships, and fear of abandonment. This can manifest as having difficulty setting boundaries, chronic anxiety or depression, substance abuse, love and relationship addiction, difficulty self soothing, trouble regulating emotions, and a sense of unease in your own body. If you grew up with an emotionally immature or unavailable parent, it’s possible to find ways to prioritize your emotional well-being and growth.
I specialize in treating relational trauma and attachment wounds. Many of my clients are adult children of emotionally immature parents who struggle with low self-esteem, forming healthy relationships, and fear of abandonment. This can manifest as having difficulty setting boundaries, chronic anxiety or depression, substance abuse, love and relationship addiction, difficulty self soothing, trouble regulating emotions, and a sense of unease in your own body. If you grew up with an emotionally immature or unavailable parent, it’s possible to find ways to prioritize your emotional well-being and growth.
(470) 243-8310 View (470) 243-8310
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Patty Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Atlanta, GA 30345
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you feel stuck and have trouble making decisions? In a troubled relationship or marriage? Have problems communicating? Family tensions? Would you like to feel more calm and experience your emotions in a more healthy way? It can be very difficult to know where to turn when you need help. My 15+ years of experience have given me the ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental guidance, support and direction to some of life's most difficult challenges. I work with trauma, parenting, ADHD, healing from the past, relational issues, adjustment to life change & life coaching.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? Do you feel stuck and have trouble making decisions? In a troubled relationship or marriage? Have problems communicating? Family tensions? Would you like to feel more calm and experience your emotions in a more healthy way? It can be very difficult to know where to turn when you need help. My 15+ years of experience have given me the ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental guidance, support and direction to some of life's most difficult challenges. I work with trauma, parenting, ADHD, healing from the past, relational issues, adjustment to life change & life coaching.
(404) 471-3036 View (404) 471-3036
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Joelle Solomon
Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30345
“Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should, or need to do it alone.” -Lisa Olivera. Do you find yourself constantly worrying, stressed, or like you are trapped, and you cannot seem to escape? Do you sometimes feel like no one understands you? You do not have to struggle in silence. I am pleased that you have taken the first step in addressing your concerns. In my practice, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to be able to share whatever is on your mind and where we can explore your concerns together. Let’s put YOU at the top of your to-do list!
“Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should, or need to do it alone.” -Lisa Olivera. Do you find yourself constantly worrying, stressed, or like you are trapped, and you cannot seem to escape? Do you sometimes feel like no one understands you? You do not have to struggle in silence. I am pleased that you have taken the first step in addressing your concerns. In my practice, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to be able to share whatever is on your mind and where we can explore your concerns together. Let’s put YOU at the top of your to-do list!
(404) 737-2052 View (404) 737-2052
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Shivali Patel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, APC, NCC
Online Only
I am a Clinical Therapist committed to helping individuals with substance use and dual diagnoses, as well as couples develop healthy coping skills. My work focuses on holding clients accountable, developing healthy communication, dealing with grief, and working through childhood traumas in order to lead a healthier lifestyle and improve relationships with themselves and others. I believe in taking a collaborative approach in helping clients reach their goals.
I am a Clinical Therapist committed to helping individuals with substance use and dual diagnoses, as well as couples develop healthy coping skills. My work focuses on holding clients accountable, developing healthy communication, dealing with grief, and working through childhood traumas in order to lead a healthier lifestyle and improve relationships with themselves and others. I believe in taking a collaborative approach in helping clients reach their goals.
(470) 729-9864 View (470) 729-9864
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Michael Pepper
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Atlanta, GA 30345
I work with adult men and women, as well as couples. I help clients understand where they have come from and the ways they pursue relationships and how that has contributed to what feels safe. Often, as we grow older, those ways of relating no longer keep us safe or provide the necessary space for real intimacy to grow. If you find yourself anxious, depressed, or struggling to understand how you function in relationship, exploring these roots can lead to healing and change. Clients value my here-and-now feedback and partnership in exploring the difficult parts of themselves.
I work with adult men and women, as well as couples. I help clients understand where they have come from and the ways they pursue relationships and how that has contributed to what feels safe. Often, as we grow older, those ways of relating no longer keep us safe or provide the necessary space for real intimacy to grow. If you find yourself anxious, depressed, or struggling to understand how you function in relationship, exploring these roots can lead to healing and change. Clients value my here-and-now feedback and partnership in exploring the difficult parts of themselves.
(470) 310-5632 View (470) 310-5632
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David Manuel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Hello, I'm David Manuel Ed.S LPC, NCC. I have facilitated therapy with clients for almost 4 years. My approach to therapy is eclectic. I have extended experience working in mental health, including various clinics, hospitals, and virtual settings. My clients are aged 5 yr- 64 yr. I see clients for Depression, Anxiety, Career Counseling, Anger, Grief, Men Issues, Women's Issues, and Stress. Working with clients ages 5 yrs to 64 yrs allows me to work with clients with various conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress, career questioning, grief, loss, school issues, peer-related adjustment, men's issues, and women's issues.
Hello, I'm David Manuel Ed.S LPC, NCC. I have facilitated therapy with clients for almost 4 years. My approach to therapy is eclectic. I have extended experience working in mental health, including various clinics, hospitals, and virtual settings. My clients are aged 5 yr- 64 yr. I see clients for Depression, Anxiety, Career Counseling, Anger, Grief, Men Issues, Women's Issues, and Stress. Working with clients ages 5 yrs to 64 yrs allows me to work with clients with various conditions, including depression, anxiety, stress, career questioning, grief, loss, school issues, peer-related adjustment, men's issues, and women's issues.
(404) 738-5274 View (404) 738-5274
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Eric Brian Irish
Counselor, LAPC
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30345
Do you, your teen, or your partner feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and hopeless in life or in relationships? Do you find yourself trying to change but unable to make that change last? I can help you understand why you do this as well as develop coping skills to move your life on a track of your choosing. I work with clients that have been through trauma as well as those suffering from depression and anxiety. If you want to reclaim a sense of control over your actions, whether they be functioning at work or spending time with loved one, I can help you understand and develop the skills you need to make lasting change happen.
Do you, your teen, or your partner feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and hopeless in life or in relationships? Do you find yourself trying to change but unable to make that change last? I can help you understand why you do this as well as develop coping skills to move your life on a track of your choosing. I work with clients that have been through trauma as well as those suffering from depression and anxiety. If you want to reclaim a sense of control over your actions, whether they be functioning at work or spending time with loved one, I can help you understand and develop the skills you need to make lasting change happen.
(404) 999-1723 View (404) 999-1723
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Camille Anne Brust
Associate Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, NCC, APC
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30345
Ever felt stuck at a crossroads, yearning for change but haunted by the nagging feeling that your efforts just aren't hitting the mark? Whether it's navigating life's twists and turns, exploring career paths, wrestling with the weight of anxiety and depression, or facing body image issues, it's no walk in the park—especially when dealing with neurodivergent disorders like autism or other physical conditions that add another layer of complexity. These challenges can make the journey feel like an uphill climb, leaving self-belief a distant memory.
Ever felt stuck at a crossroads, yearning for change but haunted by the nagging feeling that your efforts just aren't hitting the mark? Whether it's navigating life's twists and turns, exploring career paths, wrestling with the weight of anxiety and depression, or facing body image issues, it's no walk in the park—especially when dealing with neurodivergent disorders like autism or other physical conditions that add another layer of complexity. These challenges can make the journey feel like an uphill climb, leaving self-belief a distant memory.
(470) 744-1656 View (470) 744-1656
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Robert Willis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Hi there, my name is Robert (Bob)Willis. I am a licensed LPC. My approach to therapy is client centered with an emphasis on Biblical teaching. It is my belief that everything a therapist needs to counsel as well as the needs of the client is found in Scripture both Old and New Testaments. After 40+ years in Pastoral Ministry I am convinced the Bible has the answers to all of man's delimas.
Hi there, my name is Robert (Bob)Willis. I am a licensed LPC. My approach to therapy is client centered with an emphasis on Biblical teaching. It is my belief that everything a therapist needs to counsel as well as the needs of the client is found in Scripture both Old and New Testaments. After 40+ years in Pastoral Ministry I am convinced the Bible has the answers to all of man's delimas.
(678) 883-1464 View (678) 883-1464
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Lynn Burke Reyes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I'm a licensed professional counselor and a master's addiction counselor with over 20 years in the field. I focus on depression, anxiety, loss, addiction, bipolar disorder, and relationship problems. I use a mix of motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, cognitive processing therapy, pastoral counseling, and trauma-informed care. I've worked with students, professors, prisoners, addicts, survivors, vets, and parents, to name just a few. I'm confident we can find common ground to work together.
I'm a licensed professional counselor and a master's addiction counselor with over 20 years in the field. I focus on depression, anxiety, loss, addiction, bipolar disorder, and relationship problems. I use a mix of motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, cognitive processing therapy, pastoral counseling, and trauma-informed care. I've worked with students, professors, prisoners, addicts, survivors, vets, and parents, to name just a few. I'm confident we can find common ground to work together.
(470) 468-2945 View (470) 468-2945
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Ena Melton-Myers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
My name is Ena (pronounced ee-nah) Melton-Myers. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. For me, therapy is about growth for you in whatever way is going to have the most positive impact on you at this time. In some phases of our life, growth is in small steps that help break down the things that seem overwhelming. In other phases of our life, we are ready for growth that feels like leaps and bounds. Our time together should focus on what you need at this moment to be better tomorrow. I've been very fortunate to work with a wide array of clients and am comfortable treating most conditions.
My name is Ena (pronounced ee-nah) Melton-Myers. I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia. For me, therapy is about growth for you in whatever way is going to have the most positive impact on you at this time. In some phases of our life, growth is in small steps that help break down the things that seem overwhelming. In other phases of our life, we are ready for growth that feels like leaps and bounds. Our time together should focus on what you need at this moment to be better tomorrow. I've been very fortunate to work with a wide array of clients and am comfortable treating most conditions.
(470) 450-4877 View (470) 450-4877
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Meaghan Rickman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
The perinatal and postpartum periods of life come with myriad challenges and it can be difficult to find the time to take care of yourself. I strive to be a safe and supportive place where hope-to-be moms, pregnant moms, new moms, and seasoned moms can feel comfortable to spend dedicated time focusing on themselves and their own mental health needs. Struggling to adjust to the new demands of motherhood is understandable but does not need to be your reality forever. I know that reaching out for support can be daunting and feel overwhelming. You deserve relief, you deserve support, and you deserve hope.
The perinatal and postpartum periods of life come with myriad challenges and it can be difficult to find the time to take care of yourself. I strive to be a safe and supportive place where hope-to-be moms, pregnant moms, new moms, and seasoned moms can feel comfortable to spend dedicated time focusing on themselves and their own mental health needs. Struggling to adjust to the new demands of motherhood is understandable but does not need to be your reality forever. I know that reaching out for support can be daunting and feel overwhelming. You deserve relief, you deserve support, and you deserve hope.
(470) 567-5213 View (470) 567-5213
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Janice Barrocas
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Atlanta, GA 30345
Janice Barrocas (she/her) is a solution-focused licensed professional counselor who is passionate about helping adults learn practical skills, tools and positive habits to create desired and sustainable change. Janice supports her clients in moving beyond current struggles, “labels” and unwanted identities. She works alongside her clients to support them in creating lasting change and reaching their full potential. Janice is trained in and utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities including: behavior activation, empowerment-based therapy, mindful self-compassion.
Janice Barrocas (she/her) is a solution-focused licensed professional counselor who is passionate about helping adults learn practical skills, tools and positive habits to create desired and sustainable change. Janice supports her clients in moving beyond current struggles, “labels” and unwanted identities. She works alongside her clients to support them in creating lasting change and reaching their full potential. Janice is trained in and utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities including: behavior activation, empowerment-based therapy, mindful self-compassion.
(470) 516-6369 View (470) 516-6369

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Number of Therapists in 30345

100+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in 30345 who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
85% Depression
79% Self Esteem
69% Relationship Issues
65% Coping Skills
63% Stress
59% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

87% Aetna
83% BlueCross and BlueShield
74% Cigna and Evernorth

How Therapists in 30345 see their clients

65% In Person and Online
35% Online Only

Gender breakdown

83% Female
17% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in 30345?

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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.