Therapists in 95003

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Lisa Barrera
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Online Only
The difficulties you're experiencing in your life are most likely driven by both internal and external causes. External stressors such as finances, a toxic work environment, relationship problems and past trauma may feel outside your control while internal sources such as negative underlying beliefs and maladaptive thinking patterns may be outside your awareness. Enhancing awareness of the subconscious forces that drive you and focusing on what you can control (how you focus your attention and the choices you make in a given moment) is the key to diminishing psychological suffering and improving both mental and physical health.
The difficulties you're experiencing in your life are most likely driven by both internal and external causes. External stressors such as finances, a toxic work environment, relationship problems and past trauma may feel outside your control while internal sources such as negative underlying beliefs and maladaptive thinking patterns may be outside your awareness. Enhancing awareness of the subconscious forces that drive you and focusing on what you can control (how you focus your attention and the choices you make in a given moment) is the key to diminishing psychological suffering and improving both mental and physical health.
(408) 320-0994 View (408) 320-0994
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JoAnna I. Dias
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
1 Endorsed
Aptos, CA 95003
I became a clinical psychologist because I’m deeply passionate about helping people transform their lives through the power of a supportive and compassionate therapeutic relationship. My goal is to help you understand the unhealthy patterns that may be holding you back, so you can break free from them and live with greater clarity and confidence. I approach therapy with a deep respect for your individuality, fostering an environment where you can explore your true self. By using a psychodynamic and interpersonal approach, I offer a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive space to address your unique challenges.
I became a clinical psychologist because I’m deeply passionate about helping people transform their lives through the power of a supportive and compassionate therapeutic relationship. My goal is to help you understand the unhealthy patterns that may be holding you back, so you can break free from them and live with greater clarity and confidence. I approach therapy with a deep respect for your individuality, fostering an environment where you can explore your true self. By using a psychodynamic and interpersonal approach, I offer a trauma-informed and culturally sensitive space to address your unique challenges.
(408) 335-4531 View (408) 335-4531
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Raina Rose Gallagher
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
1 Endorsed
Aptos, CA 95003
It can be really difficult to ask for help. Even when a helping hand is extended, it can be even harder to hold on and trust. I believe that healing is not a linear process. There will be inevitable ups and downs going through the healing journey, which is where the real progress is made. Continuously being asked to find the courage to get back up over, and over, and over again is where you will find your true inner strength. How do we keep moving forward when it all just feels like too much? Every passing moment is temporary, but it is how we cope with those challenging, stressful, and even scary moments that matter.
It can be really difficult to ask for help. Even when a helping hand is extended, it can be even harder to hold on and trust. I believe that healing is not a linear process. There will be inevitable ups and downs going through the healing journey, which is where the real progress is made. Continuously being asked to find the courage to get back up over, and over, and over again is where you will find your true inner strength. How do we keep moving forward when it all just feels like too much? Every passing moment is temporary, but it is how we cope with those challenging, stressful, and even scary moments that matter.
(831) 703-8983 View (831) 703-8983
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Stan Einhorn
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
Hello, thank you for taking the time to see if I'm a good fit for you as a therapist. Helping people discover their own solutions to improve their lives is truly rewarding for me. I'll help you find your path to these solutions. I offer a safe and accepting space in which we explore the issues that challenge you in the present and how that may relate to emotional burdens of the past. Together we work to heal old wounds so that they no longer negatively impact decisions, relationships, or patterns of behaviors in your present life.
Hello, thank you for taking the time to see if I'm a good fit for you as a therapist. Helping people discover their own solutions to improve their lives is truly rewarding for me. I'll help you find your path to these solutions. I offer a safe and accepting space in which we explore the issues that challenge you in the present and how that may relate to emotional burdens of the past. Together we work to heal old wounds so that they no longer negatively impact decisions, relationships, or patterns of behaviors in your present life.
(831) 278-4932 View (831) 278-4932
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Joel Stiles
Psychologist, PhD
Aptos, CA 95003
Often life presents us with difficulties and painful challenges. I can help whether your intention is to heal from past or current emotional struggles or to improve relationships. Together we can explore your strengths as well as your difficulties to find solutions. I work with individuals, couples, and families to strengthen relationships and improve communication. I have a strong appreciation for diversity and believe each individual has unique gifts. I am skilled in responding to your individual needs with compassion and respect.
Often life presents us with difficulties and painful challenges. I can help whether your intention is to heal from past or current emotional struggles or to improve relationships. Together we can explore your strengths as well as your difficulties to find solutions. I work with individuals, couples, and families to strengthen relationships and improve communication. I have a strong appreciation for diversity and believe each individual has unique gifts. I am skilled in responding to your individual needs with compassion and respect.
(831) 278-3136 x14 View (831) 278-3136 x14
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Stephen L Braveman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, DST, CST, CST-S
Online Only
Founder and Director of the Intimacy, Sexuality & Gender Center of California, Stephen has been providing professional top of the field Sex Therapy and Gender Identity Therapy to the Central Coast for over 32 years! ISGC, extensively serves the needs of individuals with sexual dysfunctions, those who have been sexually abused, couples struggling with sexual and intimacy issues, the Transgender/Transsexual community, the LGBT communities and the communities of all other sexual and gender minorities. Stephen also serves Victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Compulsivity (Out of Control Sexual Behavior.)
Founder and Director of the Intimacy, Sexuality & Gender Center of California, Stephen has been providing professional top of the field Sex Therapy and Gender Identity Therapy to the Central Coast for over 32 years! ISGC, extensively serves the needs of individuals with sexual dysfunctions, those who have been sexually abused, couples struggling with sexual and intimacy issues, the Transgender/Transsexual community, the LGBT communities and the communities of all other sexual and gender minorities. Stephen also serves Victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Compulsivity (Out of Control Sexual Behavior.)
(831) 216-6848 View (831) 216-6848
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Kelley J Herrin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Aptos, CA 95003
I believe the purpose of counseling is to give you a place to honor and express all of your feelings especially when events don't occur in your life as planned. I look forward to talking with you about how you are feeling, and as equally important, how you would like to feel. I counsel adults and couples.
I believe the purpose of counseling is to give you a place to honor and express all of your feelings especially when events don't occur in your life as planned. I look forward to talking with you about how you are feeling, and as equally important, how you would like to feel. I counsel adults and couples.
(209) 502-6139 View (209) 502-6139
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Emily Cross
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Aptos, CA 95003
I have a passion for working with people who are hurting and trying to figure out how to cope with life's struggles. I do not believe we are meant to barely survive, just getting by, day to day. I believe we are meant to thrive and find ways to enjoy life, even when going through hard times. I also believe mental illness such as depression is a healing emotion alerting us something must change in order to nurture our self. I would love to meet you and see if we make a good fit.
I have a passion for working with people who are hurting and trying to figure out how to cope with life's struggles. I do not believe we are meant to barely survive, just getting by, day to day. I believe we are meant to thrive and find ways to enjoy life, even when going through hard times. I also believe mental illness such as depression is a healing emotion alerting us something must change in order to nurture our self. I would love to meet you and see if we make a good fit.
(831) 263-4720 x08 View (831) 263-4720 x08
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Dustin Adler
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you waking up already consumed by stress, anxiety, and feeling exhausted? Or each day starts off heavy with the burden of an overwhelming life? Whether you’re feeling totally hopeless, the darkness of depression has overtaken you, you have lost your sense of purpose, or are deflated in your career or your relationship, I CAN help. Together, we’ll get to the root of where your pain comes from, learn what truly drives you, and discover parts of your identity that have long disappeared. You’ll learn tools to get out of your own way, stop judging yourself, and break free from the painful cycles that you have been stuck in.
Are you waking up already consumed by stress, anxiety, and feeling exhausted? Or each day starts off heavy with the burden of an overwhelming life? Whether you’re feeling totally hopeless, the darkness of depression has overtaken you, you have lost your sense of purpose, or are deflated in your career or your relationship, I CAN help. Together, we’ll get to the root of where your pain comes from, learn what truly drives you, and discover parts of your identity that have long disappeared. You’ll learn tools to get out of your own way, stop judging yourself, and break free from the painful cycles that you have been stuck in.
(442) 218-3142 View (442) 218-3142
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Trinity Mcwilliams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, BA
Aptos, CA 95003
Hello. I hold a Masters in Clinical Psychology and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have taught Child Development at the College Level and specialize in the following areas: individual, children & adolescents (0-18 years of age) and family counseling, trauma, abuse (sexual, physical and emotional) recovery (also EMDR trained), attachment challenges, drug & alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, establishing healthy boundaries, and life transitions.
Hello. I hold a Masters in Clinical Psychology and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have taught Child Development at the College Level and specialize in the following areas: individual, children & adolescents (0-18 years of age) and family counseling, trauma, abuse (sexual, physical and emotional) recovery (also EMDR trained), attachment challenges, drug & alcohol addiction, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, establishing healthy boundaries, and life transitions.
(831) 346-1627 View (831) 346-1627
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Eric Olsen
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
It’s human to want things to be different but to feel wary of change; that’s how we get stuck. For more than 35 years I’ve helped people – adults, teens, pre-teens and couples - get unstuck. My down-to-earth and non-judgmental style will help you talk freely about your concerns and hopes. Together we’ll help you create a new direction in life that fits your unique circumstances - no "one size fits all" approach here. Whether your problem is with your child, your partner, your boss or yourself, I can help you sort it all out so you feel your life is back on track again.
It’s human to want things to be different but to feel wary of change; that’s how we get stuck. For more than 35 years I’ve helped people – adults, teens, pre-teens and couples - get unstuck. My down-to-earth and non-judgmental style will help you talk freely about your concerns and hopes. Together we’ll help you create a new direction in life that fits your unique circumstances - no "one size fits all" approach here. Whether your problem is with your child, your partner, your boss or yourself, I can help you sort it all out so you feel your life is back on track again.
(408) 641-3466 View (408) 641-3466
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James ‘Jamie' Martin Hollomon
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, MS, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Aptos, CA 95003
Without mincing words, I'm a very good therapist and I love my job. With 28 years experience at 3 youth and adult clinics, including 10 years now in private practice, I've met with such a variety of people in about 34,224 sessions over this time! Educated at Harvard, Penn and CA State Chico, I have remarkable ability to see through a person's upset to your wonderful spirit and strengths. I'm a great detective at identifying the core issues. I'm romantic at heart, so I love getting people through difficult periods to come out shining! I congratulate you for your courage in seeking help. Call Me!
Without mincing words, I'm a very good therapist and I love my job. With 28 years experience at 3 youth and adult clinics, including 10 years now in private practice, I've met with such a variety of people in about 34,224 sessions over this time! Educated at Harvard, Penn and CA State Chico, I have remarkable ability to see through a person's upset to your wonderful spirit and strengths. I'm a great detective at identifying the core issues. I'm romantic at heart, so I love getting people through difficult periods to come out shining! I congratulate you for your courage in seeking help. Call Me!
(831) 531-2136 View (831) 531-2136
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Harvey Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Aptos, CA 95003
I believe that people come into counseling or psychotherapy for a variety of reasons from loss to personal growth. Change and transitions can be difficult. I bring a unique blend of over 30 years of experience as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Professor of Psychology, and California state provider of continue education for therapists and social workers.
I believe that people come into counseling or psychotherapy for a variety of reasons from loss to personal growth. Change and transitions can be difficult. I bring a unique blend of over 30 years of experience as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Professor of Psychology, and California state provider of continue education for therapists and social workers.
(831) 282-2638 View (831) 282-2638
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Cheryl Jacques
Psychologist, PsyD
Aptos, CA 95003
Not accepting new clients
My background and training is psychoanalytic psychotherapy, relational psychoanalysis and attachment theory. Most recently I am a certified Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapist (KAP) for individuals and small groups. The integration of deep work and psychedelic medicine offers new paths toward healing. Our compassionate collaboration builds trust and judicious trust in others. My goal is to help you heal from trauma, abuse, persecution and racialized experience. Together we build the pathways of peace, calm, confidence, equanimity, and increased capacity to love yourself and the ones you love.
My background and training is psychoanalytic psychotherapy, relational psychoanalysis and attachment theory. Most recently I am a certified Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapist (KAP) for individuals and small groups. The integration of deep work and psychedelic medicine offers new paths toward healing. Our compassionate collaboration builds trust and judicious trust in others. My goal is to help you heal from trauma, abuse, persecution and racialized experience. Together we build the pathways of peace, calm, confidence, equanimity, and increased capacity to love yourself and the ones you love.
(831) 282-7380 View (831) 282-7380
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Pia Litz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Imagine; you are able to shift harsh self criticism, insecurity, people pleasing, perfectionism, impostor syndrome, codependency, & feeling “stuck” in one or more areas of life. You can finally experience self love and acceptance, fulfilling intimacy, great health, & the ability to enjoy your achievements. You unapologetically set limits &boundaries that are in support of your needs & desires, & let yourself rise into a life where you actually have everything you want because you know in your bones just how worthy you are.
Imagine; you are able to shift harsh self criticism, insecurity, people pleasing, perfectionism, impostor syndrome, codependency, & feeling “stuck” in one or more areas of life. You can finally experience self love and acceptance, fulfilling intimacy, great health, & the ability to enjoy your achievements. You unapologetically set limits &boundaries that are in support of your needs & desires, & let yourself rise into a life where you actually have everything you want because you know in your bones just how worthy you are.
(408) 317-4773 View (408) 317-4773
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Pamela Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Aptos, CA 95003
Pamela Thompson, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor/psychotherapist who specializes in treating children, teens and adults. Pamela works with clients to identify dysfunctional patterns in relationships, develop effective coping strategies, and to assist clients in reaching their therapy goals using cognitive behavioral therapy. In the last 6 years, she has worked extensively with client’s experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, adhd, and trauma in both private, outpatient clinic and school settings.
Pamela Thompson, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor/psychotherapist who specializes in treating children, teens and adults. Pamela works with clients to identify dysfunctional patterns in relationships, develop effective coping strategies, and to assist clients in reaching their therapy goals using cognitive behavioral therapy. In the last 6 years, she has worked extensively with client’s experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, adhd, and trauma in both private, outpatient clinic and school settings.
(310) 361-6283 View (310) 361-6283
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Lorrine Ruth Carrara-Costello
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Online Only
In our busy lives we often don't have the opportunity or permission to express our deepest fears, the paralyzing effects of shame, disappointments, regrets and confusion. I am a firm believer in creating optimism by encouraging and gently challenging clients to reach for their goals; always looking at possibilities and opportunities.
In our busy lives we often don't have the opportunity or permission to express our deepest fears, the paralyzing effects of shame, disappointments, regrets and confusion. I am a firm believer in creating optimism by encouraging and gently challenging clients to reach for their goals; always looking at possibilities and opportunities.
(831) 708-0445 View (831) 708-0445
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Karen Ouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, SEP, NARM
3 Endorsed
Aptos, CA 95003
Waitlist for new clients
Are you suffering from the effects of trauma in your life? Are you finding that talk therapy alone is not shifting patterns of mood and behavior? I am a holistic psychotherapist with specialized training in Somatic Experiencing and the Neuro-Affective Relational Model. You may feel as though you don't know who you are any more, that life has become burdensome, or maybe you have the sense that you were never really your authentic self to begin with. Perhaps you experience physiological and behavioral symptoms such as addiction, overwhelm, and isolation. This loss of connection to self/other is indicative of trauma. I can help you.
Are you suffering from the effects of trauma in your life? Are you finding that talk therapy alone is not shifting patterns of mood and behavior? I am a holistic psychotherapist with specialized training in Somatic Experiencing and the Neuro-Affective Relational Model. You may feel as though you don't know who you are any more, that life has become burdensome, or maybe you have the sense that you were never really your authentic self to begin with. Perhaps you experience physiological and behavioral symptoms such as addiction, overwhelm, and isolation. This loss of connection to self/other is indicative of trauma. I can help you.
(831) 216-5398 View (831) 216-5398
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Ellen Garfield, LMFT, EMDR Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
13 Endorsed
Aptos, CA 95003
In-office appointments now available! As a seasoned psychotherapist with over a decade of experience treating adults and teens, I’ve had the privilege of working with hundreds of clients. I bring an engaged, curious, and direct approach, along with warmth and a sense of humor. I support individuals navigating conflicts with family, friends, or work, and help those seeking deeper self-understanding while healing from trauma. With advanced training in EMDR and parts work/Internal Family Systems (IFS), I offer gentle, evidence-based care for trauma recovery and PTSD. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming and fat-positive.
In-office appointments now available! As a seasoned psychotherapist with over a decade of experience treating adults and teens, I’ve had the privilege of working with hundreds of clients. I bring an engaged, curious, and direct approach, along with warmth and a sense of humor. I support individuals navigating conflicts with family, friends, or work, and help those seeking deeper self-understanding while healing from trauma. With advanced training in EMDR and parts work/Internal Family Systems (IFS), I offer gentle, evidence-based care for trauma recovery and PTSD. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming and fat-positive.
(831) 854-7543 View (831) 854-7543
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Joshua Lowe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MAEd
2 Endorsed
Aptos, CA 95003
My commitment to all my clients is to provide empathy, compassion, and curiosity in order to support authentic expression of feelings and needs. The path towards authentic expression is unique to the individual depending on their background, their experience with therapy and their specific therapeutic goals and so I offer various therapeutic interventions, to support authentic self expression and healing. I value both the exploration of one's past as well as here and now functioning through mindfulness practice. Using a holistic approach and focusing on the client's strengths and insights, the journey towards wholeness begins.
My commitment to all my clients is to provide empathy, compassion, and curiosity in order to support authentic expression of feelings and needs. The path towards authentic expression is unique to the individual depending on their background, their experience with therapy and their specific therapeutic goals and so I offer various therapeutic interventions, to support authentic self expression and healing. I value both the exploration of one's past as well as here and now functioning through mindfulness practice. Using a holistic approach and focusing on the client's strengths and insights, the journey towards wholeness begins.
(831) 665-6770 View (831) 665-6770

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Number of Therapists in 95003

100+

Average cost per session

$175

Therapists in 95003 who prioritize treating:

90% Depression
88% Anxiety
85% Relationship Issues
76% Self Esteem
71% Grief
69% Trauma and PTSD
61% Coping Skills

Average years in practice

17 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

38% Carelon Behavioral Health
33% Optum
31% Aetna

How Therapists in 95003 see their clients

78% In Person and Online
22% Online Only

Gender breakdown

72% Female
26% Male
2% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in 95003?

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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.