Therapists in Park City, UT

Photo of Emily Faber, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Park City, UT
Emily Faber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098
I strive to create a safe and supportive relationship with my clients. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, playful and direct. I bring a mindful perspective to therapy and see most of life's transitions and struggles as opportunities for growth. I have been practicing for 20 years and love what I do.
I strive to create a safe and supportive relationship with my clients. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, playful and direct. I bring a mindful perspective to therapy and see most of life's transitions and struggles as opportunities for growth. I have been practicing for 20 years and love what I do.
(435) 291-1748 View (435) 291-1748
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Maura Hanrahan
MD
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098  (Online Only)
If you are someone who suffers from chronic insomnia, you are not alone! Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective and long-lasting treatment for insomnia and is recommended as first-line treatment by the National Institutes of Health and other major medical organizations. I am a Family Physician who treats clients with CBT-I, and I love seeing people’s sleep and overall quality of life improve during this process. This has a high success rate for significantly improved sleep, decline in daytime fatigue and irritability, and reduction or elimination of sleeping pills.
If you are someone who suffers from chronic insomnia, you are not alone! Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective and long-lasting treatment for insomnia and is recommended as first-line treatment by the National Institutes of Health and other major medical organizations. I am a Family Physician who treats clients with CBT-I, and I love seeing people’s sleep and overall quality of life improve during this process. This has a high success rate for significantly improved sleep, decline in daytime fatigue and irritability, and reduction or elimination of sleeping pills.
(435) 201-8931 View (435) 201-8931
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Dr. Katie Grace MacElveen
Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84098
We experience difficulties. We are all worthy of love and belonging. I provide a safe haven, a supportive non-judgmental place to grow and heal. I enjoy sharing the journey as motivated individuals and couples release patterns which no longer serve them, while discovering their strengths, resilience, goals, and, new ways of being and sharing. Sometimes, we need to acknowledge our limitations and reach for help to find our way. I am here for clients as they explore feelings and needs, and discover paths to more vibrant, connected lives ~ while making changes, or being with "what is" with new perspectives.
We experience difficulties. We are all worthy of love and belonging. I provide a safe haven, a supportive non-judgmental place to grow and heal. I enjoy sharing the journey as motivated individuals and couples release patterns which no longer serve them, while discovering their strengths, resilience, goals, and, new ways of being and sharing. Sometimes, we need to acknowledge our limitations and reach for help to find our way. I am here for clients as they explore feelings and needs, and discover paths to more vibrant, connected lives ~ while making changes, or being with "what is" with new perspectives.
(385) 215-8672 View (385) 215-8672
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Bobbi Fosburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098
Oftentimes, trauma—depression, anxiety, childhood wounds, family problems, or the experience of narcissistic abuse, can erode one's sense of self. My approach is to help you return to the truth of who you are at the core. I do this with a direct style utilizing a strengths-based trauma-informed approach. I provide empathy through the therapeutic alliance, as well as accountability by providing effective coping methods. I believe both are important elements in creating change.
Oftentimes, trauma—depression, anxiety, childhood wounds, family problems, or the experience of narcissistic abuse, can erode one's sense of self. My approach is to help you return to the truth of who you are at the core. I do this with a direct style utilizing a strengths-based trauma-informed approach. I provide empathy through the therapeutic alliance, as well as accountability by providing effective coping methods. I believe both are important elements in creating change.
(435) 640-3420 View (435) 640-3420
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James K Ott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAI, CIP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84060
Addiction to drugs and alcohol is destructive not only to the person addicted, but also their family and friends. I specialize in treating addiction and the correlating feelings of worthlessness, depression, and anxiety. Healing from substance abuse and/or mood imbalance is done by strengthening an individual's mental, physical, and spiritual nature, stopping negative cycles, and re-creating an authentic person. To support the healing process I provide therapeutic services for both individuals and their families. Most therapy is usually accomplished in 2-4 months. I offer a consultation to determine if my skill-set matches your needs.
Addiction to drugs and alcohol is destructive not only to the person addicted, but also their family and friends. I specialize in treating addiction and the correlating feelings of worthlessness, depression, and anxiety. Healing from substance abuse and/or mood imbalance is done by strengthening an individual's mental, physical, and spiritual nature, stopping negative cycles, and re-creating an authentic person. To support the healing process I provide therapeutic services for both individuals and their families. Most therapy is usually accomplished in 2-4 months. I offer a consultation to determine if my skill-set matches your needs.
(801) 769-0259 View (801) 769-0259
Photo of Roxi Nelson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Park City, UT
Roxi Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84098
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is very relationship based, incorporating fundamentals of clinical practice...including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and psychosocial approaches. I am very holistic and work with the person in the situation and the system. I specialize with many different presenting problems and have worked with very diverse populations in the past including; parenting skills/coaching, life skills, coping skills, anxiety, depression, high risk behaviors, adoption issues, adjustment issues, such as relocating, divorce, loss, identity issues and learning issues to name a few.
My approach is very relationship based, incorporating fundamentals of clinical practice...including CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and psychosocial approaches. I am very holistic and work with the person in the situation and the system. I specialize with many different presenting problems and have worked with very diverse populations in the past including; parenting skills/coaching, life skills, coping skills, anxiety, depression, high risk behaviors, adoption issues, adjustment issues, such as relocating, divorce, loss, identity issues and learning issues to name a few.
(435) 503-8148 View (435) 503-8148
Photo of Tivoli Cousineau, Marriage & Family Therapist in Park City, UT
Tivoli Cousineau
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84098
Life's circumstances and relationships can be difficult. I provide comprehensive, compassionate, and effective treatment for individuals and couples to help decrease distress and increase a sense of well-being. Exploring your concerns and options in a safe, supportive environment allows additional choices and possibilities to emerge. Make the call today to see if counseling can help you get the positive results of feeling more calm, confident, and empowered in your life. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Utah and California, working online and in person.
Life's circumstances and relationships can be difficult. I provide comprehensive, compassionate, and effective treatment for individuals and couples to help decrease distress and increase a sense of well-being. Exploring your concerns and options in a safe, supportive environment allows additional choices and possibilities to emerge. Make the call today to see if counseling can help you get the positive results of feeling more calm, confident, and empowered in your life. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Utah and California, working online and in person.
(435) 265-3807 View (435) 265-3807
Photo of Joshua O'Connor, Counselor in Park City, UT
Joshua O'Connor
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84060
In our sessions, you'll find a broad range of services to meet your unique needs. Whether you're struggling with trauma, adjustment to life changes, or dealing with the demands of high-stress professions, I provide an experienced, culturally informed, and judgment-free space just for you. You can count on support for anxiety, depression, grief/loss, substance use, and others. I'm here to assist with anger management, attention/focus challenges, and relationship/marriage challenges. Common goals include enhancing communication, conflict resolution, and the development of coping skills. Your journey is personal, and I'm dedicated.
In our sessions, you'll find a broad range of services to meet your unique needs. Whether you're struggling with trauma, adjustment to life changes, or dealing with the demands of high-stress professions, I provide an experienced, culturally informed, and judgment-free space just for you. You can count on support for anxiety, depression, grief/loss, substance use, and others. I'm here to assist with anger management, attention/focus challenges, and relationship/marriage challenges. Common goals include enhancing communication, conflict resolution, and the development of coping skills. Your journey is personal, and I'm dedicated.
(435) 466-5128 x1 View (435) 466-5128 x1
Photo of Jacqueline Hyde Psy.D., Counselor in Park City, UT
Jacqueline Hyde Psy.D.
Counselor, PsyD, CMHC
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098
"I offer an integrated, creative approach to psychotherapy focusing on the unique needs, interests and vitality of each of my clients.I am dedicated to processes that help individuals discover new solutions to difficult life challenges and achieve important life dreams and goals. I am committed to nonjudgmental, optimistic, realistic approaches. As no single method suits everyone, my own approach draws from energy and positive psychology, attachment theory, humanistic, existential, and depth psychology. I offer Solution-Focused Brief Therapies as well as long term continuous care. We can meet in my private office or get outside for alternative settings such as hiking, walking, snowshoeing, etc.
"I offer an integrated, creative approach to psychotherapy focusing on the unique needs, interests and vitality of each of my clients.I am dedicated to processes that help individuals discover new solutions to difficult life challenges and achieve important life dreams and goals. I am committed to nonjudgmental, optimistic, realistic approaches. As no single method suits everyone, my own approach draws from energy and positive psychology, attachment theory, humanistic, existential, and depth psychology. I offer Solution-Focused Brief Therapies as well as long term continuous care. We can meet in my private office or get outside for alternative settings such as hiking, walking, snowshoeing, etc.
(435) 659-2656 View (435) 659-2656
Photo of McKenzie Gardner, Pre-Licensed Professional in Park City, UT
McKenzie Gardner
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84098
Hi, I'm McKenzie Gardner. I'm a Certified Social Worker. I attended Utah Valley University and have my master’s in social work. In today's world there are many challenges to raising a family. If you have an added behavior problem or an extra challenging child that is adding to the chaos of your everyday life you're not alone! I want to help your life get back on track. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based practices I am eager to help your family system improve. For the past eight years I have worked with families through complex family needs and trauma and have helped connect them to resources.
Hi, I'm McKenzie Gardner. I'm a Certified Social Worker. I attended Utah Valley University and have my master’s in social work. In today's world there are many challenges to raising a family. If you have an added behavior problem or an extra challenging child that is adding to the chaos of your everyday life you're not alone! I want to help your life get back on track. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based practices I am eager to help your family system improve. For the past eight years I have worked with families through complex family needs and trauma and have helped connect them to resources.
(435) 292-3392 View (435) 292-3392
Photo of Sarah Rothstein, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Park City, UT
Sarah Rothstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098
As a therapist, I've been described as authentic, knowledgeable, and compassionately direct. With me you will find a soft place for hard conversations –‒ a place to see yourself, your environment, and your choices more clearly so you can best decide how to create peace in the struggle of living.
As a therapist, I've been described as authentic, knowledgeable, and compassionately direct. With me you will find a soft place for hard conversations –‒ a place to see yourself, your environment, and your choices more clearly so you can best decide how to create peace in the struggle of living.
(435) 602-4332 View (435) 602-4332
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Eve Ahrens
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MSCP
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84060
Therapy can help name experience, holding the moving pieces that keep bumping up against the edges of your consciousness, organizing them, fitting them back together in a way that makes sense and returning them to you with skills to manage them. Sometimes though, the articulate and self aware client will spend hours explaining things they already understand, while still feeling unseen and disconnected, like their inner world is still being missed, knowing there is hurt and dissonance but needing someone to help them connect to it. My holistic mind, heart and body approach can bring you to a place of both naming and experiencing.
Therapy can help name experience, holding the moving pieces that keep bumping up against the edges of your consciousness, organizing them, fitting them back together in a way that makes sense and returning them to you with skills to manage them. Sometimes though, the articulate and self aware client will spend hours explaining things they already understand, while still feeling unseen and disconnected, like their inner world is still being missed, knowing there is hurt and dissonance but needing someone to help them connect to it. My holistic mind, heart and body approach can bring you to a place of both naming and experiencing.
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Photo of Dylan Wallace, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Park City, UT
Dylan Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84098
I believe that each person has the potential to live the life they truly want and that lasting change is possible. As a strengths-based therapist, I help a client find their strengths are built on and utilized in therapy to help the client work through the difficulties they are experiencing. I create a space where you can tell me anything without fear of judgment or me telling you how you should live life. Therapy is an interactive process and it shouldn’t look the same for each person. I love helping people build their confidence and becoming more assertive. I want to help you build the skills to live your life to the fullest!
I believe that each person has the potential to live the life they truly want and that lasting change is possible. As a strengths-based therapist, I help a client find their strengths are built on and utilized in therapy to help the client work through the difficulties they are experiencing. I create a space where you can tell me anything without fear of judgment or me telling you how you should live life. Therapy is an interactive process and it shouldn’t look the same for each person. I love helping people build their confidence and becoming more assertive. I want to help you build the skills to live your life to the fullest!
(435) 441-4581 View (435) 441-4581
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Patty Martinez
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098
Hello! I'm Patty Martinez. I'm from Utah. I love the outdoors and enjoy the peace nature can bring. I also authentically enjoy working with people that are ready to make changes in their life. We all have our own expectation of what happiness and being normal all are. I'm not here to tell you what those are or to judge you for what you believe your joy or happiness is. However if there are parts of your life you'd like to change or would like to feel differently about through therapy I would like to help. At this time I am not working with any health insurance companies. I do work with HSA and take most credit cards and cash
Hello! I'm Patty Martinez. I'm from Utah. I love the outdoors and enjoy the peace nature can bring. I also authentically enjoy working with people that are ready to make changes in their life. We all have our own expectation of what happiness and being normal all are. I'm not here to tell you what those are or to judge you for what you believe your joy or happiness is. However if there are parts of your life you'd like to change or would like to feel differently about through therapy I would like to help. At this time I am not working with any health insurance companies. I do work with HSA and take most credit cards and cash
(385) 332-8453 View (385) 332-8453
Photo of Wren Ross, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Park City, UT
Wren Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84060  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am looking to collaborate with clients who feel disconnected from their lives, their relationships and their bodies in order to restore a regulated nervous system. Using both cognitive tools and creative interviewing I want to assist people who are hoping to hone their communication, to recover from dysfunctional family conditioning and connect with their most resilient selves. I am a trauma-informed therapist who has experience working with complex diagnoses, PTSD, chronic illness, anxiety and depression. My emphasis is helping my clients connect with and discover their own self-awareness, resilience and strength.
I am looking to collaborate with clients who feel disconnected from their lives, their relationships and their bodies in order to restore a regulated nervous system. Using both cognitive tools and creative interviewing I want to assist people who are hoping to hone their communication, to recover from dysfunctional family conditioning and connect with their most resilient selves. I am a trauma-informed therapist who has experience working with complex diagnoses, PTSD, chronic illness, anxiety and depression. My emphasis is helping my clients connect with and discover their own self-awareness, resilience and strength.
(385) 257-3261 View (385) 257-3261
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Michelle Kelly
Counselor, LCMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84098
Your past & your present don't define you. You can heal. You can evolve. You can thrive. Your unique experience matters! Hi, I’m Michelle Kelly, founder of POW Therapy. I’m committed to assisting you in achieving sustained healing, optimal wellness & joyful authenticity within yourself, your relationships & the energy you bring to the world. You deserve to feel safe, comfortable, confident, inspired & free to be you!
Your past & your present don't define you. You can heal. You can evolve. You can thrive. Your unique experience matters! Hi, I’m Michelle Kelly, founder of POW Therapy. I’m committed to assisting you in achieving sustained healing, optimal wellness & joyful authenticity within yourself, your relationships & the energy you bring to the world. You deserve to feel safe, comfortable, confident, inspired & free to be you!
(435) 254-4168 View (435) 254-4168
John Robert Taylor
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098
I combine an empathic and supportive approach with clients with practical, direct, and clinically suported techniques, combining decades of clinical experience and training with my own personal life experiences, with the goal of helping each client in overcoming life difficulties, enhancing their individual strenghts, and fostering their personal growth.
I combine an empathic and supportive approach with clients with practical, direct, and clinically suported techniques, combining decades of clinical experience and training with my own personal life experiences, with the goal of helping each client in overcoming life difficulties, enhancing their individual strenghts, and fostering their personal growth.
(435) 210-5990 View (435) 210-5990
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Paul Buehner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84098  (Online Only)
Working in community mental health and the broad scope of clients I have worked has taught me the most important skill that is needed in psychotherapy- connection! My greatest skill is the ability to build rapport, connection and ultimately a therapeutic relationship, which is the cornerstone of success in therapy. This happens through active listening, determining the problem's and diagnosis, then creating a personalized treatment plan with goals. My most successful clients are the ones who put in the work outside of the sessions to meet there prescribed goals. 'Nothing changes if nothing changes'.
Working in community mental health and the broad scope of clients I have worked has taught me the most important skill that is needed in psychotherapy- connection! My greatest skill is the ability to build rapport, connection and ultimately a therapeutic relationship, which is the cornerstone of success in therapy. This happens through active listening, determining the problem's and diagnosis, then creating a personalized treatment plan with goals. My most successful clients are the ones who put in the work outside of the sessions to meet there prescribed goals. 'Nothing changes if nothing changes'.
(435) 344-4296 View (435) 344-4296
Photo of Alison Lehner, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Park City, UT
Alison Lehner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Park City, UT 84098
Our relationships with our children can push us to a place of emotion that we never knew possible. Yes, to the depths of love and devotion! But parenting can also be one of the most overwhelming things we do. And most of us don’t get the support we need to do it. I help parents enhance their relationships with their children, providing support and strategies so parents can be the people they want to be and build resilient and thriving families. I have dedicated my career to helping parents gain the tools and support they need while doing the all-important work of raising communities of resilient and thriving children.
Our relationships with our children can push us to a place of emotion that we never knew possible. Yes, to the depths of love and devotion! But parenting can also be one of the most overwhelming things we do. And most of us don’t get the support we need to do it. I help parents enhance their relationships with their children, providing support and strategies so parents can be the people they want to be and build resilient and thriving families. I have dedicated my career to helping parents gain the tools and support they need while doing the all-important work of raising communities of resilient and thriving children.
(435) 244-5811 View (435) 244-5811
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Nicole Vobora
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Park City, UT 84060
Creating a space and an environment where you as the client feel welcomed, safe, heard, and understood is my goal. Whether you are a couple struggling through a difficult time or overcoming an affair, or an individual suffering from anxiety or depression, I aim to help you grow, develop coping skills, and find a healthy balance in your life. Using a variety of approaches from Cognitive-Based Therapy, to Gottman couples therapy, to Emotion-Focused Therapy and Strength-Based Therapy approaches, I work with you to find the right method and technique to help you improve your life and your relationships.
Creating a space and an environment where you as the client feel welcomed, safe, heard, and understood is my goal. Whether you are a couple struggling through a difficult time or overcoming an affair, or an individual suffering from anxiety or depression, I aim to help you grow, develop coping skills, and find a healthy balance in your life. Using a variety of approaches from Cognitive-Based Therapy, to Gottman couples therapy, to Emotion-Focused Therapy and Strength-Based Therapy approaches, I work with you to find the right method and technique to help you improve your life and your relationships.
(435) 441-4006 View (435) 441-4006

How does your Therapist compare?

Number of Therapists in Park City, UT

100+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in Park City, UT who prioritize treating:

94% Anxiety
84% Depression
80% Relationship Issues
80% Trauma and PTSD
75% Self Esteem
70% Coping Skills
66% Stress

Average years in practice

11 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

55% SelectHealth
54% BlueCross and BlueShield
44% EMI Health

How Therapists in Park City, UT see their clients

70% In Person and Online
30% Online Only

Gender breakdown

76% Female
23% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Park City?

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.