Therapists in 66213

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Shawna Shaw
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
2 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
I use a goal oriented approach to help individuals, couples and families who are struggling with a relationship or a challenging life transition. Many times these struggles cause anxiety, depression, anger or resentment. I strive to provide a safe, comfortable and compassionate environment to help my clients work through these challenging times. As a Certified Prepare-Enrich Facilitator, I provide premarital and marital enrichment counseling to couples. I am also a trained Discernment Counselor.
I use a goal oriented approach to help individuals, couples and families who are struggling with a relationship or a challenging life transition. Many times these struggles cause anxiety, depression, anger or resentment. I strive to provide a safe, comfortable and compassionate environment to help my clients work through these challenging times. As a Certified Prepare-Enrich Facilitator, I provide premarital and marital enrichment counseling to couples. I am also a trained Discernment Counselor.
(913) 533-7001 View (913) 533-7001
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Jason C Purinton
Verified Verified
Overland Park, KS 66213
If an injury, illness, or unexpected life event has knocked your career off track, I can help you regain momentum and purpose. I work with individuals across the Midwest who face physical, cognitive, emotional, or psychological barriers to employment—whether they are entering the labor market for the first time, changing careers mid-stream, or adapting to reduced functional capacity.
If an injury, illness, or unexpected life event has knocked your career off track, I can help you regain momentum and purpose. I work with individuals across the Midwest who face physical, cognitive, emotional, or psychological barriers to employment—whether they are entering the labor market for the first time, changing careers mid-stream, or adapting to reduced functional capacity.
(913) 355-5583 View (913) 355-5583
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Kristen Burrus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT, LMAC
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
Hello, I see you. Life can feel heavy at times, and it’s okay if you’re carrying more than you know how to manage on your own. Whether you’re navigating the effects of trauma, battling stress, or seeking deeper clarity about your emotions, you don’t have to do it alone. At Enlighten Services, we offer a safe, non-judgmental space to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with yourself. We understand that reaching out can feel like a big step, but we are here to walk alongside you at your own pace, offering both professional licensed therapy and trauma coaching tailored to your unique needs.
Hello, I see you. Life can feel heavy at times, and it’s okay if you’re carrying more than you know how to manage on your own. Whether you’re navigating the effects of trauma, battling stress, or seeking deeper clarity about your emotions, you don’t have to do it alone. At Enlighten Services, we offer a safe, non-judgmental space to help you heal, grow, and reconnect with yourself. We understand that reaching out can feel like a big step, but we are here to walk alongside you at your own pace, offering both professional licensed therapy and trauma coaching tailored to your unique needs.
(913) 359-8799 View (913) 359-8799
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Larry W Tyndall
Psychologist, PhD
6 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
I believe psychotherapy is a mixture of psychoeducation (providing information to help people develop new coping and relationship skills), emotional processing (learning to identify and work through uncomfortable feelings), and corrective emotional experience (using the counseling relationship as a safe place to experiment with new interpersonal skills). I utilize a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (addressing how our thoughts and beliefs impact our emotional experience, self-image, and behavior); Family Systems Therapy (helping people gain insight into characteristic relationship patterns); and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (understanding how ways of coping developed earlier in life may not serve us well in the present).
I believe psychotherapy is a mixture of psychoeducation (providing information to help people develop new coping and relationship skills), emotional processing (learning to identify and work through uncomfortable feelings), and corrective emotional experience (using the counseling relationship as a safe place to experiment with new interpersonal skills). I utilize a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (addressing how our thoughts and beliefs impact our emotional experience, self-image, and behavior); Family Systems Therapy (helping people gain insight into characteristic relationship patterns); and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (understanding how ways of coping developed earlier in life may not serve us well in the present).
(913) 721-4580 View (913) 721-4580
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Martha Tandara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Overland Park, KS 66213
Martha is particularly passionate about supporting clients recently discharged from psychiatric care and those navigating disability paperwork. She works with individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, and reproductive or religious-related challenges, providing guidance and therapeutic strategies to help them regain stability and build healthy routines. Her expertise extends to assisting clients with post-partum depression and anxiety, school avoidance, and life transitions, tailoring interventions to each person’s unique circumstances.
Martha is particularly passionate about supporting clients recently discharged from psychiatric care and those navigating disability paperwork. She works with individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, and reproductive or religious-related challenges, providing guidance and therapeutic strategies to help them regain stability and build healthy routines. Her expertise extends to assisting clients with post-partum depression and anxiety, school avoidance, and life transitions, tailoring interventions to each person’s unique circumstances.
(913) 578-6583 View (913) 578-6583
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Greg Ferguson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you as an individual or a couple, as you experience personal and relational difficulties including marital conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, or simply a feeling of "being stuck." My goal is to create a safe, affirming place for you and/or your partner to feel heard and understood and to find the tools you need to move forward.
I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you as an individual or a couple, as you experience personal and relational difficulties including marital conflict, depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, or simply a feeling of "being stuck." My goal is to create a safe, affirming place for you and/or your partner to feel heard and understood and to find the tools you need to move forward.
(913) 686-6027 View (913) 686-6027
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Robert Alan Feuer
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
Robert A. Feuer, MA, LCP, (Bob) is a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst with 37 years of clinical experience helping people change and grow to improve their lives and relationships. I am past-President of the Greater Kansas City-Topeka Psychoanalytic Center where I also serve on the Psychoanalytic Institute teaching faculty. I create a warm, safe, and therapeutic environment for adults and adolescents struggling with mood, anxiety, trauma, adjustment, and relationship issues. I provide briefer therapy as well as psychoanalysis-a deeper, longer-term, more intensive treatment for more lasting and fundamental change.
Robert A. Feuer, MA, LCP, (Bob) is a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst with 37 years of clinical experience helping people change and grow to improve their lives and relationships. I am past-President of the Greater Kansas City-Topeka Psychoanalytic Center where I also serve on the Psychoanalytic Institute teaching faculty. I create a warm, safe, and therapeutic environment for adults and adolescents struggling with mood, anxiety, trauma, adjustment, and relationship issues. I provide briefer therapy as well as psychoanalysis-a deeper, longer-term, more intensive treatment for more lasting and fundamental change.
(913) 499-4301 View (913) 499-4301
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Eric Lowery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Overland Park, KS 66213
Eric is particularly passionate about supporting clients navigating life after psychiatric hospitalization and assisting those with disability paperwork. He works with individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness. He also offers couples counseling and marital support, helping partners strengthen communication, resolve conflicts, and foster healthier relationships.
Eric is particularly passionate about supporting clients navigating life after psychiatric hospitalization and assisting those with disability paperwork. He works with individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness. He also offers couples counseling and marital support, helping partners strengthen communication, resolve conflicts, and foster healthier relationships.
(913) 578-6081 View (913) 578-6081
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Nathan Bartlett
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Overland Park, KS 66213
Nathan has a particular passion for helping individuals affected by PTSD and trauma. He understands the deep, often invisible impact of past experiences and partners with clients to safely process and heal from those wounds. Through evidence-based treatments like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness strategies, Nathan supports clients in reclaiming a sense of calm, confidence, and direction in their lives. His clinical work also emphasizes grief support, offering a thoughtful, compassionate environment for clients to work through loss and emotional barriers.
Nathan has a particular passion for helping individuals affected by PTSD and trauma. He understands the deep, often invisible impact of past experiences and partners with clients to safely process and heal from those wounds. Through evidence-based treatments like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness strategies, Nathan supports clients in reclaiming a sense of calm, confidence, and direction in their lives. His clinical work also emphasizes grief support, offering a thoughtful, compassionate environment for clients to work through loss and emotional barriers.
(913) 374-7818 View (913) 374-7818
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Stan Watt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT
Overland Park, KS 66213
If you are browsing counseling websites, something in your life probably isn't going the way you'd like. Maybe your relationships have hit a tough patch. Or maybe you are "just not connecting" or have ongoing conflict. Or maybe you are dealing with sexual addiction, anxiety or depression or anger. This stuff is hard, really hard. And you should not have to wade through it alone. I genuinely care about the people I work with. I work with individuals, couples and families experiencing relationship issues associated with marriage, family and other life issues. I also provide pre-marital counseling.
If you are browsing counseling websites, something in your life probably isn't going the way you'd like. Maybe your relationships have hit a tough patch. Or maybe you are "just not connecting" or have ongoing conflict. Or maybe you are dealing with sexual addiction, anxiety or depression or anger. This stuff is hard, really hard. And you should not have to wade through it alone. I genuinely care about the people I work with. I work with individuals, couples and families experiencing relationship issues associated with marriage, family and other life issues. I also provide pre-marital counseling.
(785) 429-4389 View (785) 429-4389
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Rebecca Reising
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCPC
Overland Park, KS 66213
Rebecca Reising is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas who has been practicing since 2007. She has a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Kansas University and a Masters of Education from Temple University. Rebecca works predominantly with children, adolescents, and young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, and behavioral issues. She also has extensive experience working with parents to provide support and education on parenting strategies to help meet the needs of their struggling child.
Rebecca Reising is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kansas who has been practicing since 2007. She has a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Kansas University and a Masters of Education from Temple University. Rebecca works predominantly with children, adolescents, and young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, and behavioral issues. She also has extensive experience working with parents to provide support and education on parenting strategies to help meet the needs of their struggling child.
(913) 347-5813 View (913) 347-5813
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Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Overland Park, KS 66213
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
(913) 270-6584 View (913) 270-6584
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Micaela Tarantola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
Are you struggling with who you are, your worthiness, shameful experiences and your right to live a joyful life? If so, there is a successful way to begin healing, moving forward and taking back your power. Asking for help can be a difficult task that takes strength and courage; both of which you are capable of! Together, I can help to empower you to work through the challenges of life and begin to see the world in a new and vibrant light. What once served as a way to keep you safe may no longer have a place....let go of what once was and find what is meant for you!
Are you struggling with who you are, your worthiness, shameful experiences and your right to live a joyful life? If so, there is a successful way to begin healing, moving forward and taking back your power. Asking for help can be a difficult task that takes strength and courage; both of which you are capable of! Together, I can help to empower you to work through the challenges of life and begin to see the world in a new and vibrant light. What once served as a way to keep you safe may no longer have a place....let go of what once was and find what is meant for you!
(913) 701-3636 View (913) 701-3636
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Grant Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LCMFT
Overland Park, KS 66213
Grant has 25 years of experience. He specializes with high conflict couples who are on the brink of divorce or separation. He also provides therapy for men and other individuals who feel lost, stuck, alone and ineffective. Grant also practices trauma-centered therapy utilizing EMDR and Comprehensive Resource Method (CRM).
Grant has 25 years of experience. He specializes with high conflict couples who are on the brink of divorce or separation. He also provides therapy for men and other individuals who feel lost, stuck, alone and ineffective. Grant also practices trauma-centered therapy utilizing EMDR and Comprehensive Resource Method (CRM).
(913) 430-1616 View (913) 430-1616
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Michelle Pennington Clennan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Overland Park, KS 66213
I am a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in advanced emotional regulation, PTSD, Complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, and betrayal trauma (such as spouses of sexual addicts) using compassionate, directive, evidence-based therapy, including EMDR. Do you wish to have more control over your words, thoughts, and behavior? I would feel privileged to help you discover personal roadblocks & reveal blind spots that have kept you from moving forward for too long. I'll not only teach self-insight but also teach skills & provide resources so you can be empowered to help yourself.
I am a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in advanced emotional regulation, PTSD, Complex PTSD, depression, anxiety, and betrayal trauma (such as spouses of sexual addicts) using compassionate, directive, evidence-based therapy, including EMDR. Do you wish to have more control over your words, thoughts, and behavior? I would feel privileged to help you discover personal roadblocks & reveal blind spots that have kept you from moving forward for too long. I'll not only teach self-insight but also teach skills & provide resources so you can be empowered to help yourself.
(913) 357-5949 View (913) 357-5949
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Julie Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
Julie Williams, LSCSW, is committed to helping clients navigate their mental health journey by providing a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment. Practicing in Kansas with LifeStance Health, Julie offers a wealth of experience and expertise to support individuals in overcoming their challenges. Her approach is collaborative, working with clients to identify and address internal conflicts and barriers that hinder personal growth. By setting goals and developing necessary skills, Julie helps clients improve their quality of life and achieve lasting change.
Julie Williams, LSCSW, is committed to helping clients navigate their mental health journey by providing a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment. Practicing in Kansas with LifeStance Health, Julie offers a wealth of experience and expertise to support individuals in overcoming their challenges. Her approach is collaborative, working with clients to identify and address internal conflicts and barriers that hinder personal growth. By setting goals and developing necessary skills, Julie helps clients improve their quality of life and achieve lasting change.
(913) 404-6160 View (913) 404-6160
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Polly J Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, RN, RPT
1 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
I serve a wide array of clients. These include individuals, families, and children. My background, skills, and experience lend themselves particularly well to younger clients. My practice most often addresses issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, relationships, anger management, attachment, divorce, emotion regulation, parent-child relationship, sibling conflict, self-esteem, blended families, and adoption.
I serve a wide array of clients. These include individuals, families, and children. My background, skills, and experience lend themselves particularly well to younger clients. My practice most often addresses issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, relationships, anger management, attachment, divorce, emotion regulation, parent-child relationship, sibling conflict, self-esteem, blended families, and adoption.
(785) 325-4260 View (785) 325-4260
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Breck Mundis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Overland Park, KS 66213
I believe change is possible for all of us, and I have seen that change develop in many clients over the course of a collaborative treatment. By working together we can develop a rich and fulfilling understanding of who you are and what you need from therapy. I'm trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, and I use that frame to provide an environment that promotes awareness and growth. I've also used components of cognitive behavioral and dialectic behavioral services, and I blend these tools with the psychodynamic frame to provide an individualized approach.
I believe change is possible for all of us, and I have seen that change develop in many clients over the course of a collaborative treatment. By working together we can develop a rich and fulfilling understanding of who you are and what you need from therapy. I'm trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, and I use that frame to provide an environment that promotes awareness and growth. I've also used components of cognitive behavioral and dialectic behavioral services, and I blend these tools with the psychodynamic frame to provide an individualized approach.
(913) 285-8261 View (913) 285-8261
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Heather Graves | Heartland Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LMAC, C-NPT, NCC
6 Endorsed
Overland Park, KS 66213
If only we could flip a switch and stop overthinking, attempting to manage the anxieties and stressors of EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. Are you isolating or withdrawing in your relationships and from things that used to feel fulfilling? Are you curious whether an intervention may be helpful to heal from past traumas, alcohol or substances? My training and experience in trauma and addiction sheds new insight to old behaviors. Working with individuals, couples and families to increase self-awareness, connection and meaning, goals are attainable, life is manageable, and the fulfilling life you desire awaits!
If only we could flip a switch and stop overthinking, attempting to manage the anxieties and stressors of EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. Are you isolating or withdrawing in your relationships and from things that used to feel fulfilling? Are you curious whether an intervention may be helpful to heal from past traumas, alcohol or substances? My training and experience in trauma and addiction sheds new insight to old behaviors. Working with individuals, couples and families to increase self-awareness, connection and meaning, goals are attainable, life is manageable, and the fulfilling life you desire awaits!
(913) 578-9783 View (913) 578-9783
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Madeline Myers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Overland Park, KS 66213
Maddi is particularly passionate about helping children who are adjusting after being recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital or navigating the difficulties of parental custody situations. These experiences can be overwhelming for both children and caregivers, and Maddi works to create a safe environment where families feel supported and equipped with tools to move forward. Through the use of parenting skills interventions, she collaborates with caregivers to ensure strategies extend beyond the therapy room and into daily life.
Maddi is particularly passionate about helping children who are adjusting after being recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital or navigating the difficulties of parental custody situations. These experiences can be overwhelming for both children and caregivers, and Maddi works to create a safe environment where families feel supported and equipped with tools to move forward. Through the use of parenting skills interventions, she collaborates with caregivers to ensure strategies extend beyond the therapy room and into daily life.
(913) 578-0837 View (913) 578-0837

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Number of Therapists in 66213

100+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in 66213 who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
86% Depression
74% Relationship Issues
73% Self Esteem
68% Trauma and PTSD
62% Grief
60% Stress

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

77% Aetna
68% BlueCross and BlueShield
65% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in 66213 see their clients

77% In Person and Online
23% Online Only

Gender breakdown

79% Female
20% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in 66213?

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.