Therapists in 94506

Photo of Flavia DeCoite, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Flavia DeCoite
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Danville, CA 94506
I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety disorders and trauma and bring warmth and creativity into my work.  Whether it’s exploration of feelings, a few minutes with paint or sand, or even a walk, I am passionate about meeting the client’s needs and committed to finding what works for each individual person.  I believe that within each of us lies the strength to reach our goals and psychotherapists are present to support and cheer us through the process of discovery.
I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety disorders and trauma and bring warmth and creativity into my work.  Whether it’s exploration of feelings, a few minutes with paint or sand, or even a walk, I am passionate about meeting the client’s needs and committed to finding what works for each individual person.  I believe that within each of us lies the strength to reach our goals and psychotherapists are present to support and cheer us through the process of discovery.
(925) 526-7449 View (925) 526-7449
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Yana Kononovich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Danville, CA 94506
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a Bachelor and Master of Social Work, in addition to Master's in Gerontology. I am passionate about helping children, adults and families. I offer in person and tele-therapy through video and/or phone. Home visits are optional for special circumstances. I also offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy that will help you to replace the negative images in the mind. This is a unique approach that combines the enormous power of eye movements. If you are looking for a quicker resolution of your problem, please reach out for a consultation.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a Bachelor and Master of Social Work, in addition to Master's in Gerontology. I am passionate about helping children, adults and families. I offer in person and tele-therapy through video and/or phone. Home visits are optional for special circumstances. I also offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy that will help you to replace the negative images in the mind. This is a unique approach that combines the enormous power of eye movements. If you are looking for a quicker resolution of your problem, please reach out for a consultation.
(925) 403-4053 View (925) 403-4053
Photo of Michael J Abrams, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Michael J Abrams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Danville, CA 94506
Saturdays appointments available! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families. In addition, I work with individual adults, couples, and co-parenting. I provide a safe, calm, friendly, empathetic & down to earth environment for my clients. I have extensive experience and specialize in working with young children through adolescents and their families around issues related to social, behavioral, interpersonal and academic concerns. Throughout my career, I have provided supervision to other professionals in all aspects of providing psychotherapy for children and adolescents; from case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment.
Saturdays appointments available! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families. In addition, I work with individual adults, couples, and co-parenting. I provide a safe, calm, friendly, empathetic & down to earth environment for my clients. I have extensive experience and specialize in working with young children through adolescents and their families around issues related to social, behavioral, interpersonal and academic concerns. Throughout my career, I have provided supervision to other professionals in all aspects of providing psychotherapy for children and adolescents; from case conceptualization, diagnosis, and treatment.
(818) 938-1155 View (818) 938-1155
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Alamo - Danville Counseling Center
Psychologist, PsyD
Danville, CA 94506
Trained at Yale University. Your choice of a Doctor, a Clinical Psychologist, is one of the most important decisions in your life. You are entrusting the Psychologist with your hopes, dreams and solutions. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Steward is committed to you. Problems can be solved. With a brief assessment involving a thorough interview (and testing, if needed) we can determine the key issues and explore the solutions best for you. It is important to have a Psychologist who is well-trained and who cares about you.
Trained at Yale University. Your choice of a Doctor, a Clinical Psychologist, is one of the most important decisions in your life. You are entrusting the Psychologist with your hopes, dreams and solutions. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Steward is committed to you. Problems can be solved. With a brief assessment involving a thorough interview (and testing, if needed) we can determine the key issues and explore the solutions best for you. It is important to have a Psychologist who is well-trained and who cares about you.
(925) 402-1293 View (925) 402-1293
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Benjamin Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Danville, CA 94506
I provide compassionate therapy tailored to your particular needs. Together we would set goals and work to bring the needed changes into your life. I am not dedicated to a single particular theory or technique, but will use whatever works best for you. Often traditional talk therapy is most effective, but I have also successfully used cognitive/behavioral therapy, dream analysis, writing, art therapy, meditation, sand trays, group therapy, experiential therapy, and guided imagery. I also work to help you explore and strengthen your higher values and whatever you find most meaningful in your life.
I provide compassionate therapy tailored to your particular needs. Together we would set goals and work to bring the needed changes into your life. I am not dedicated to a single particular theory or technique, but will use whatever works best for you. Often traditional talk therapy is most effective, but I have also successfully used cognitive/behavioral therapy, dream analysis, writing, art therapy, meditation, sand trays, group therapy, experiential therapy, and guided imagery. I also work to help you explore and strengthen your higher values and whatever you find most meaningful in your life.
(925) 238-3961 View (925) 238-3961
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Elizabeth Rae Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, MFT
Serves Area
Living a life where struggling is a regular experience is difficult to change, because no one wants to feel worse. Therapy helps by talking through what's happened, what feels wrong and what ideas you have about it, all which may be conscious or unconscious. What's unconscious surfaces naturally through our work together. Most people enter therapy afraid, because they don't know where to start or are overwhelmed because so much has happened. I can help you navigate this terrain to relieve pain, clarify thoughts and beliefs, and improve well-being.
Living a life where struggling is a regular experience is difficult to change, because no one wants to feel worse. Therapy helps by talking through what's happened, what feels wrong and what ideas you have about it, all which may be conscious or unconscious. What's unconscious surfaces naturally through our work together. Most people enter therapy afraid, because they don't know where to start or are overwhelmed because so much has happened. I can help you navigate this terrain to relieve pain, clarify thoughts and beliefs, and improve well-being.
(925) 259-3986 View (925) 259-3986
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Katherine Nitz
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in the testing of children, adolescents and young adults. I offer Educational and Psychological evaluations to help determine what factors may be impacting a child's academic, social and emotional functioning. I use the results to make effective and individualized recommendations to support each child in their learning, social and home environments. For teens and young adults, testing can be helpful for additional specific situations such as: determining if they may qualify for accomdations for standardized testing and information to help with their transition to college.
I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in the testing of children, adolescents and young adults. I offer Educational and Psychological evaluations to help determine what factors may be impacting a child's academic, social and emotional functioning. I use the results to make effective and individualized recommendations to support each child in their learning, social and home environments. For teens and young adults, testing can be helpful for additional specific situations such as: determining if they may qualify for accomdations for standardized testing and information to help with their transition to college.
(925) 331-0882 View (925) 331-0882
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Skylar Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello! It is my honor and passion to help bring about meaningful, positive change in your life. My approach coalesces research-based practices and psychological insight, drawing from attachment, internal family systems, gestalt, and somatic psychology. I value collaboration and partnership in the therapeutic process in order to instill a sense of agency and empowerment that you innately possess. As your therapist, I am empathic, compassionate, non-judgmental, patient, and open. My focus is to help you process and heal from life’s challenges and transgressions; you deserve to live a fulfilling, peaceful life.
Hello! It is my honor and passion to help bring about meaningful, positive change in your life. My approach coalesces research-based practices and psychological insight, drawing from attachment, internal family systems, gestalt, and somatic psychology. I value collaboration and partnership in the therapeutic process in order to instill a sense of agency and empowerment that you innately possess. As your therapist, I am empathic, compassionate, non-judgmental, patient, and open. My focus is to help you process and heal from life’s challenges and transgressions; you deserve to live a fulfilling, peaceful life.
(925) 966-3987 View (925) 966-3987
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Julie Prockop Diekmann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Serves Area
Individuals seek therapy to create a more grounded, fulfilling life. Couples come to build trust, deepen understanding, and strengthen their foundation before marriage or as they grow together. Clients often arrive navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, or self-doubt - and are ready to feel more balanced and purposeful. In our work together, we’ll identify strengths, develop strategies that foster confidence and clarity, and create practical tools you can carry into everyday life.
Individuals seek therapy to create a more grounded, fulfilling life. Couples come to build trust, deepen understanding, and strengthen their foundation before marriage or as they grow together. Clients often arrive navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, or self-doubt - and are ready to feel more balanced and purposeful. In our work together, we’ll identify strengths, develop strategies that foster confidence and clarity, and create practical tools you can carry into everyday life.
(925) 314-6713 View (925) 314-6713
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Victoria Del Bino
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe healing begins in relationships where people feel safe enough to be real. I work closely with teens and young adults who are carrying a lot internally, even if it doesn’t always show on the outside. Some have spent time in youth residential or behavioral treatment programs, like therapeutic boarding schools or wilderness programs, and are now trying to understand who they are beyond those experiences. Together, we focus on building trust, understanding patterns shaped by past experiences, and creating a more grounded, authentic sense of self.
I believe healing begins in relationships where people feel safe enough to be real. I work closely with teens and young adults who are carrying a lot internally, even if it doesn’t always show on the outside. Some have spent time in youth residential or behavioral treatment programs, like therapeutic boarding schools or wilderness programs, and are now trying to understand who they are beyond those experiences. Together, we focus on building trust, understanding patterns shaped by past experiences, and creating a more grounded, authentic sense of self.
(925) 392-4042 View (925) 392-4042
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Laura Melgosa
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
For close to 30 years, I have provided psychotherapy and counseling within a variety of settings to clients struggling with various life challenges. I have successfully treated clients both in short-term and long-term therapy. In addition to providing individual and family therapy, my special interests and extensive experience involves working with teenagers and couples in crisis. I have substantial experience with crisis intervention/prevention issues including: depression & suicide, grief & loss, infidelity, child abuse, domestic violence, and substance abuse/dependency.
For close to 30 years, I have provided psychotherapy and counseling within a variety of settings to clients struggling with various life challenges. I have successfully treated clients both in short-term and long-term therapy. In addition to providing individual and family therapy, my special interests and extensive experience involves working with teenagers and couples in crisis. I have substantial experience with crisis intervention/prevention issues including: depression & suicide, grief & loss, infidelity, child abuse, domestic violence, and substance abuse/dependency.
(925) 273-7293 View (925) 273-7293
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Margaret A. Struchen
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
My practice, the Center for Rehabilitation Psychology and Neuropsychology, PC, focuses on providing clients with the skills needed to reach their personal goals. With over 20 years of practice, across multiple settings, I have worked to address the needs of adults and adolescents with neurological disorders, disability, and chronic medical conditions. Prior to entering private practice, I served as Director of Rehabilitation Psychology/Neuropsychology at TIRR Memorial Hermann in Houston, and I have engaged in extensive clinical research centered on evaluating outcomes and interventions for those affected by acquired brain injury.
My practice, the Center for Rehabilitation Psychology and Neuropsychology, PC, focuses on providing clients with the skills needed to reach their personal goals. With over 20 years of practice, across multiple settings, I have worked to address the needs of adults and adolescents with neurological disorders, disability, and chronic medical conditions. Prior to entering private practice, I served as Director of Rehabilitation Psychology/Neuropsychology at TIRR Memorial Hermann in Houston, and I have engaged in extensive clinical research centered on evaluating outcomes and interventions for those affected by acquired brain injury.
(925) 319-6628 View (925) 319-6628
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Natasha Edelhaus
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who emphasizes a systems approach and works to gain a deeper understanding of my client's family of origin and current dynamic. I also utilize an array of Cognitive Behavioral tools to allow the client to change their thinking and behavior pattern. I emphasize a collaborative approach, wherein I work together with the client to help them become invested in their treatment and achieve the results that they want. I do this while creating a compassionate, positive environment. I am passionate about helping my clients and specialize in sensitive clients of all ages and circumstances.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who emphasizes a systems approach and works to gain a deeper understanding of my client's family of origin and current dynamic. I also utilize an array of Cognitive Behavioral tools to allow the client to change their thinking and behavior pattern. I emphasize a collaborative approach, wherein I work together with the client to help them become invested in their treatment and achieve the results that they want. I do this while creating a compassionate, positive environment. I am passionate about helping my clients and specialize in sensitive clients of all ages and circumstances.
(781) 338-5386 View (781) 338-5386
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Patricia E. Zurita Ona 'dr. Z.'
Psychologist, PsyD
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Understanding "why or how" a problem has become a problem is not enough; "doing something about it" is what matters. If we work together, we'll come up with a treatment plan to tap into the drivers of your struggles and start making a shift. I encourage behavioral-change processes based on your personal values and what's keeping you stuck. If you're not ready to make a change, let's help you move from stuckness to readiness. I specialize in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). www.eastbaybehaviortherapycenter.com
Understanding "why or how" a problem has become a problem is not enough; "doing something about it" is what matters. If we work together, we'll come up with a treatment plan to tap into the drivers of your struggles and start making a shift. I encourage behavioral-change processes based on your personal values and what's keeping you stuck. If you're not ready to make a change, let's help you move from stuckness to readiness. I specialize in Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). www.eastbaybehaviortherapycenter.com
(925) 478-4401 View (925) 478-4401
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Charlene Bianchi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you dealing with stress, anxiety, life transitions, grief, depression or trauma? Do you simply want to function at your highest frequency? Have you been experiencing anxiety, trouble sleeping, feeling stuck, unmotivated or overwhelmed? Would you like to develop or enhance your coping skills and empower yourself? Do you want to build confidence & increase self-esteem? CBT and other personalized interventions are powerful tools that can help when you're feeling stuck and desire positive change. Please call for a brief consultation. We will discuss your concerns and determine the treatment steps that are right for you.
Are you dealing with stress, anxiety, life transitions, grief, depression or trauma? Do you simply want to function at your highest frequency? Have you been experiencing anxiety, trouble sleeping, feeling stuck, unmotivated or overwhelmed? Would you like to develop or enhance your coping skills and empower yourself? Do you want to build confidence & increase self-esteem? CBT and other personalized interventions are powerful tools that can help when you're feeling stuck and desire positive change. Please call for a brief consultation. We will discuss your concerns and determine the treatment steps that are right for you.
(925) 403-4780 View (925) 403-4780
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Kathleen Brand
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Serves Area
Unprocessed grief and trauma are often at the core of many problems that can manifest into negative symptoms such as anxiety, depression, inability to focus, and relationship issues. I specialize in everyday challenges and traumas relating to grief, loss, anticipatory loss, care giving, serious medical diagnosis, life transitions, death, and finding purpose. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an Art Therapist and a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner with over a decade of extensive experience in working with grief, loss, and trauma.
Unprocessed grief and trauma are often at the core of many problems that can manifest into negative symptoms such as anxiety, depression, inability to focus, and relationship issues. I specialize in everyday challenges and traumas relating to grief, loss, anticipatory loss, care giving, serious medical diagnosis, life transitions, death, and finding purpose. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an Art Therapist and a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner with over a decade of extensive experience in working with grief, loss, and trauma.
(650) 300-4161 View (650) 300-4161
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Eric Hotchandani
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My approach is rooted in listening intently to your vision of growth and aligning with it to offer tools and support that can help make that vision a reality. I aim to be a thoughtful, engaged sounding board, helping you explore the values that guide you while encouraging self-reflection and meaningful insight. If we work together, we can define actionable steps toward personal transformation. My goal is to empower you to achieve growth that resonates with your core values and endures, leading to lasting fulfillment and a deeper understanding of yourself and your potential.
My approach is rooted in listening intently to your vision of growth and aligning with it to offer tools and support that can help make that vision a reality. I aim to be a thoughtful, engaged sounding board, helping you explore the values that guide you while encouraging self-reflection and meaningful insight. If we work together, we can define actionable steps toward personal transformation. My goal is to empower you to achieve growth that resonates with your core values and endures, leading to lasting fulfillment and a deeper understanding of yourself and your potential.
(925) 396-7265 View (925) 396-7265
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Jenna Nowaczyk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Serves Area
Many of my clients enter into therapy with varying levels of ambivalence, fear, and confusion about the therapeutic process. I spend the first sessions getting to know my clients and build a strong therapeutic relationship with them so that they feel safe enough to look deeper into the issues that have brought them into therapy. As the therapeutic process unfolds, I most enjoy helping clients learn to better understand themselves, as well as their environment, and eventually come to a place where they can accept themselves fully. I believe that self-acceptance is the key to living a more fulfilling life.
Many of my clients enter into therapy with varying levels of ambivalence, fear, and confusion about the therapeutic process. I spend the first sessions getting to know my clients and build a strong therapeutic relationship with them so that they feel safe enough to look deeper into the issues that have brought them into therapy. As the therapeutic process unfolds, I most enjoy helping clients learn to better understand themselves, as well as their environment, and eventually come to a place where they can accept themselves fully. I believe that self-acceptance is the key to living a more fulfilling life.
(925) 276-9667 View (925) 276-9667
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Leslie Summerfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Serves Area
Seeking therapy usually stems from a desire to feel better and to explore what is going on in your life presently or to understand past experiences more fully. One of my favorite sayings is, “Finding the right therapist is an important first step towards your journey of healing and growth. My approach to therapy is client-centered and solution-based. My therapeutic approach is direct, active, empathetic, and non-judgmental and I tailor my work to the style, goals, and comfort level of each client. I draw upon complimentary therapeutic methodologies, including Cognitive Based Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Seeking therapy usually stems from a desire to feel better and to explore what is going on in your life presently or to understand past experiences more fully. One of my favorite sayings is, “Finding the right therapist is an important first step towards your journey of healing and growth. My approach to therapy is client-centered and solution-based. My therapeutic approach is direct, active, empathetic, and non-judgmental and I tailor my work to the style, goals, and comfort level of each client. I draw upon complimentary therapeutic methodologies, including Cognitive Based Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
(925) 940-3460 View (925) 940-3460
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Nicki (Cunha) Bernardi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Serves Area
Are you, your teenager or your family struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, mood dysregulation, risky behaviors or barriers to communication? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, hopeless and unable to create change? Are you looking for ways to cope, manage or shift how you think, feel and respond to these circumstances? With therapeutic support, you will gain understanding and increased insight, and learn tools to support stabilization, regulation, resiliency, and communication. Through this process, you will develop a stronger sense of self, build healthier relationships, find purpose & create lasting change.
Are you, your teenager or your family struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, mood dysregulation, risky behaviors or barriers to communication? Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, hopeless and unable to create change? Are you looking for ways to cope, manage or shift how you think, feel and respond to these circumstances? With therapeutic support, you will gain understanding and increased insight, and learn tools to support stabilization, regulation, resiliency, and communication. Through this process, you will develop a stronger sense of self, build healthier relationships, find purpose & create lasting change.
(707) 520-6400 View (707) 520-6400

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Number of Therapists in 94506

100+

Average cost per session

$200

Therapists in 94506 who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
87% Depression
81% Relationship Issues
78% Self Esteem
68% Trauma and PTSD
68% Stress
67% Coping Skills

Average years in practice

18 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

67% Aetna
58% Other
51% Cigna and Evernorth

How Therapists in 94506 see their clients

51% In Person and Online
49% Online Only

Gender breakdown

78% Female
21% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in 94506?

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.