Therapists in Bisbee, AZ

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Faye C Hoese
Counselor, LPC, NCC, CIMHP, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Not accepting new clients
It takes courage to acknowledge that one needs help. I believe that assistance should be easily available and affordable, compassionate, professional & client centered. Began life skills counseling 1980's -working with children and families since the mid-nineties. Experienced clinical supervisor & clinical director. Taught college classes & workshops in parenting, stress management, life balance, communication skills, dealing with difficult people, conflict mgt. Experienced in suicide assessment, prevention & postvention. Certified Integrative Behavioral Health Professional; Certified Trauma Professional.
It takes courage to acknowledge that one needs help. I believe that assistance should be easily available and affordable, compassionate, professional & client centered. Began life skills counseling 1980's -working with children and families since the mid-nineties. Experienced clinical supervisor & clinical director. Taught college classes & workshops in parenting, stress management, life balance, communication skills, dealing with difficult people, conflict mgt. Experienced in suicide assessment, prevention & postvention. Certified Integrative Behavioral Health Professional; Certified Trauma Professional.
(520) 468-6758 View (520) 468-6758
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Yolanda A Liriano-Kimbrough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Thank you for visiting my profile. I have over 25 years of experience in providing therapy and counseling services to adults, adolescents and families. In addition to my clinical experiences in private practice, I have conducted individual, group and family therapy to individuals with depression, anxiety, complex trauma and chronic health conditions. In recent years, I have been focusing on the impact of trauma, losses, life transitions, and providing guidance and coping skills for when life feels too overwhelming to manage. I hold the belief that everyone wants to be the best version of themselves.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I have over 25 years of experience in providing therapy and counseling services to adults, adolescents and families. In addition to my clinical experiences in private practice, I have conducted individual, group and family therapy to individuals with depression, anxiety, complex trauma and chronic health conditions. In recent years, I have been focusing on the impact of trauma, losses, life transitions, and providing guidance and coping skills for when life feels too overwhelming to manage. I hold the belief that everyone wants to be the best version of themselves.
(520) 502-5040 View (520) 502-5040
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Karis Ann Wold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bisbee, AZ 85603
I am committed to providing a safe place for clients to explore their feelings and thoughts and to shape their therapy goals. I have extensive training in evidence-based practices including DBT, mindfulness and EMDR. Therapy is typically 10 sessions and can involve mindfulness and skills practice between sessions.
I am committed to providing a safe place for clients to explore their feelings and thoughts and to shape their therapy goals. I have extensive training in evidence-based practices including DBT, mindfulness and EMDR. Therapy is typically 10 sessions and can involve mindfulness and skills practice between sessions.
(520) 654-3926 View (520) 654-3926
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Deep Springs Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Do you find yourself stressed out and struggling within in order to fit in and take the safe and acceptable path? Are you living with the difficulty of not being authentically who you are? People seek therapy because they feel they are not living the life they want. Seeking counseling may feel risky or uncomfortable, yet therapy can provide a place to help achieve life transitions, or better understand ongoing relationships. Finding a therapist can be a courageous first step to having the life, relationships, career, and happiness you are meant to have.
Do you find yourself stressed out and struggling within in order to fit in and take the safe and acceptable path? Are you living with the difficulty of not being authentically who you are? People seek therapy because they feel they are not living the life they want. Seeking counseling may feel risky or uncomfortable, yet therapy can provide a place to help achieve life transitions, or better understand ongoing relationships. Finding a therapist can be a courageous first step to having the life, relationships, career, and happiness you are meant to have.
(520) 704-6697 View (520) 704-6697
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Meg Kelly
MSW
Verified Verified
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Feeling alone? Need someone to talk to who just speaks plain english? Are you trying to sort your life out? Do you feel like no one is listening, that nobody understands what you are going through? Call me. I have been a counselor, healer, artist and listener for 30 years. There are lots of people just like you that need a listening ear and some reasonable feedback. I am not going to tell you what to do. We will figure that out together. You can bring some life back into your life.
Feeling alone? Need someone to talk to who just speaks plain english? Are you trying to sort your life out? Do you feel like no one is listening, that nobody understands what you are going through? Call me. I have been a counselor, healer, artist and listener for 30 years. There are lots of people just like you that need a listening ear and some reasonable feedback. I am not going to tell you what to do. We will figure that out together. You can bring some life back into your life.
(520) 402-3392 View (520) 402-3392
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Priscilla Whitlock-Coates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, IMH-E
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Not accepting new clients
As a Licensed Professional Mental Health Therapist, Board Certified Supervisor, Trauma Specialist, Parent Child Psychotherapist, Owner of Bring About Changes LLC, and Parent myself, I am passionate about walking with Adults, Families and Children to reach their greatest healing potential by merging the science of therapy and the quality of relationships. This blending of relationship-based approaches and the science of Therapeutic Modalities has been a powerful combination to assist my clients of all ages. The combination helps in developing the insight, self-empowerment, and skills necessary to overcome the next challenges in life
As a Licensed Professional Mental Health Therapist, Board Certified Supervisor, Trauma Specialist, Parent Child Psychotherapist, Owner of Bring About Changes LLC, and Parent myself, I am passionate about walking with Adults, Families and Children to reach their greatest healing potential by merging the science of therapy and the quality of relationships. This blending of relationship-based approaches and the science of Therapeutic Modalities has been a powerful combination to assist my clients of all ages. The combination helps in developing the insight, self-empowerment, and skills necessary to overcome the next challenges in life
(520) 231-8419 View (520) 231-8419
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Melissa Auvine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bisbee, AZ 85603  (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and make it my practice to make problem solving, healing, and growth a collaborative process. I believe that every person can experience happiness and success with the right help from the right person. I hope I’m your person! Want to know more about me? Feel free to check out my website www.gypsyleafcounseling.com, where you can also book your free consultation and begin your healing journey. I hope we can connect soon!
Accepting New Clients! I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and make it my practice to make problem solving, healing, and growth a collaborative process. I believe that every person can experience happiness and success with the right help from the right person. I hope I’m your person! Want to know more about me? Feel free to check out my website www.gypsyleafcounseling.com, where you can also book your free consultation and begin your healing journey. I hope we can connect soon!
(520) 391-9550 View (520) 391-9550
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Lisa Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Therapy and growth should be approached holistically. This perspective ensures that all aspects of an individual's life are considered, fostering a more comprehensive path to well-being. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, working closely with clients to develop personalized plans that align with their unique needs and goals. This partnership is essential in facilitating meaningful and lasting growth.
Therapy and growth should be approached holistically. This perspective ensures that all aspects of an individual's life are considered, fostering a more comprehensive path to well-being. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, working closely with clients to develop personalized plans that align with their unique needs and goals. This partnership is essential in facilitating meaningful and lasting growth.
(520) 654-4333 View (520) 654-4333
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Deena Hitzke
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Bisbee, AZ 85603  (Online Only)
Dr. Deena has been in the behavioral health field for over 35 years, helping people to sort through troubling thoughts and settle turbulent emotional patterns for enhanced communication, social and occupational functioning, and satisfaction with life and relationships. She is trained in cognitive behavioral therapies that increase insight, mindfulness, and the ability to be grounded in purpose and self-positive understanding. Dr. Deena is Certified in Complicated Greif Therapy, Reminiscence and Life Review Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
Dr. Deena has been in the behavioral health field for over 35 years, helping people to sort through troubling thoughts and settle turbulent emotional patterns for enhanced communication, social and occupational functioning, and satisfaction with life and relationships. She is trained in cognitive behavioral therapies that increase insight, mindfulness, and the ability to be grounded in purpose and self-positive understanding. Dr. Deena is Certified in Complicated Greif Therapy, Reminiscence and Life Review Therapy, and Trauma-Focused CBT.
(866) 738-3081 View (866) 738-3081

Online Therapists

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Telespera Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85743
Ever been in that spot where life just feels like too much? Like you’re carrying the weight of the world and it’s starting to crush you? You’re stressed, you’re overwhelmed, and it feels like everything’s spinning out of control? Perfectionism and people-pleasing are robbing your joy. And you know what? Sometimes, all that stress and pressure can manifest as physical pain. It’s like our bodies are trying to tell us something our minds haven’t quite figured out yet. But here’s the thing: we’re experts at dealing with this kind of trauma. It’s our jam. We’ve seen it all, and we’re here to help you through it. So, if you’re tired of feeling like you’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of stress and pain, we’ve got your back.
Ever been in that spot where life just feels like too much? Like you’re carrying the weight of the world and it’s starting to crush you? You’re stressed, you’re overwhelmed, and it feels like everything’s spinning out of control? Perfectionism and people-pleasing are robbing your joy. And you know what? Sometimes, all that stress and pressure can manifest as physical pain. It’s like our bodies are trying to tell us something our minds haven’t quite figured out yet. But here’s the thing: we’re experts at dealing with this kind of trauma. It’s our jam. We’ve seen it all, and we’re here to help you through it. So, if you’re tired of feeling like you’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of stress and pain, we’ve got your back.
(520) 895-4292 View (520) 895-4292
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Charlotte Holst Reilley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85719
Waitlist for new clients
The decision to begin therapy is a powerful moment. It is a mobilizing action towards living a fuller, more wholesome existence. My approach honors your inner wisdom that may be blocked by current behavior patterns, past events, or fear of the future. I use a sensorimotor psychotherapy approach to create awareness on many levels; cognitive, emotional, and physical. I will guide you in learning the tools to self regulate, feel your strength, and carry out your unique destiny.
The decision to begin therapy is a powerful moment. It is a mobilizing action towards living a fuller, more wholesome existence. My approach honors your inner wisdom that may be blocked by current behavior patterns, past events, or fear of the future. I use a sensorimotor psychotherapy approach to create awareness on many levels; cognitive, emotional, and physical. I will guide you in learning the tools to self regulate, feel your strength, and carry out your unique destiny.
(520) 376-2556 View (520) 376-2556
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Diljot Drachman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85712
Sometimes we need support when faced with our life stressors. We might feel stuck and can benefit from a safe place to share those feelings. As a clinician, I focus on using a nonjudgmental approach to engage and welcome individuals. With years of counseling experience, my objective is to empower my clients so they can create the necessary changes to build a better quality of life. Whether it’s learning how to set boundaries or processing trauma, I would appreciate the opportunity to work with you.
Sometimes we need support when faced with our life stressors. We might feel stuck and can benefit from a safe place to share those feelings. As a clinician, I focus on using a nonjudgmental approach to engage and welcome individuals. With years of counseling experience, my objective is to empower my clients so they can create the necessary changes to build a better quality of life. Whether it’s learning how to set boundaries or processing trauma, I would appreciate the opportunity to work with you.
(520) 317-6072 View (520) 317-6072
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Angeline Reine
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710  (Online Only)
Anxiety and depression can make you feel so overwhelmed that it takes a toll on your day-to-day functioning and relationships. Feeling lost and are unsure where to go to next? We’ve all gone to work and put on a face that everything is okay – when deep down – you just want to isolate. Overwhelming feelings can make it difficult to make decisions. As a solution-focused therapist utilizing cognitive, dialectical, and integrative behavior therapy, I am here to help you work and sort through how you’re feeling, make the necessary steps to repair relationships and feel more centered.
Anxiety and depression can make you feel so overwhelmed that it takes a toll on your day-to-day functioning and relationships. Feeling lost and are unsure where to go to next? We’ve all gone to work and put on a face that everything is okay – when deep down – you just want to isolate. Overwhelming feelings can make it difficult to make decisions. As a solution-focused therapist utilizing cognitive, dialectical, and integrative behavior therapy, I am here to help you work and sort through how you’re feeling, make the necessary steps to repair relationships and feel more centered.
(520) 641-8654 View (520) 641-8654
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DBT Resiliency Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85746  (Online Only)
DBT Resiliency Center specializes in DBT for Children. DBT for Children (DBT-C) is a treatment program that focuses on skill development for parents of kids who are emotionally sensitive and highly reactive. DBT-C focuses on changing the environment to meet the needs of the child. For this reason, the family is seen as the “patient". Adults, teens, tweens and children who would like to learn skills for coping with intense emotions and working towards a life worth living. We want to grow and learn how to change certain behaviors. Intense emotions, feelings of hopelessness sometimes make that change difficult to achieve.
DBT Resiliency Center specializes in DBT for Children. DBT for Children (DBT-C) is a treatment program that focuses on skill development for parents of kids who are emotionally sensitive and highly reactive. DBT-C focuses on changing the environment to meet the needs of the child. For this reason, the family is seen as the “patient". Adults, teens, tweens and children who would like to learn skills for coping with intense emotions and working towards a life worth living. We want to grow and learn how to change certain behaviors. Intense emotions, feelings of hopelessness sometimes make that change difficult to achieve.
(520) 337-8709 View (520) 337-8709
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Carolyn M. Guajardo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85718
My areas of focus include anxiety, past trauma, life transitions, and chronic pain. These issues can interfere with exciting times in your life, such as higher education, relationships, new employment or parenthood. You may find that these challenges have created hurdles in your life, keeping you from your goals. I will use an evidence based approach along with humor and creativity to help you meet your full potential.
My areas of focus include anxiety, past trauma, life transitions, and chronic pain. These issues can interfere with exciting times in your life, such as higher education, relationships, new employment or parenthood. You may find that these challenges have created hurdles in your life, keeping you from your goals. I will use an evidence based approach along with humor and creativity to help you meet your full potential.
(520) 462-2638 View (520) 462-2638
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Melinda Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85704
If you find yourself trapped in a draining cycle of negative thoughts, patterns, and behaviors, I am here to offer guidance. Together, we will explore the reasons behind your struggles and gain insight into the impact of your past experiences, depression, anxiety, and/or addiction on your daily life. I provide forward yet compassionate support, aiming to equip you with coping skills for everyday challenges while also delving into the root causes. Let's not simply address surface-level issues; instead, we will examine your past, from childhood to present, to foster lasting change. Email is the preferred method of contact.
If you find yourself trapped in a draining cycle of negative thoughts, patterns, and behaviors, I am here to offer guidance. Together, we will explore the reasons behind your struggles and gain insight into the impact of your past experiences, depression, anxiety, and/or addiction on your daily life. I provide forward yet compassionate support, aiming to equip you with coping skills for everyday challenges while also delving into the root causes. Let's not simply address surface-level issues; instead, we will examine your past, from childhood to present, to foster lasting change. Email is the preferred method of contact.
(520) 210-5230 View (520) 210-5230
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Patricia L. Pritchett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CLC, CCTP, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85711
Are you anxious, always irritated or feel guilty for no reason? Do mood swings cause problems in your life? Do you keep making the same mistakes over and over? Sadly, many people manage the symptoms with prescriptions, street drugs, or alcohol, often resulting in making things worse. These treatments are meant to be temporary, and never really solve the problem. As the drugs become less effective their lives spiral out of control. These people feel increasingly anxious, hopeless and finally start pushing away friends and loved ones. Isolation becomes the norm, and loneliness takes over. But it doesnt have to be this way!
Are you anxious, always irritated or feel guilty for no reason? Do mood swings cause problems in your life? Do you keep making the same mistakes over and over? Sadly, many people manage the symptoms with prescriptions, street drugs, or alcohol, often resulting in making things worse. These treatments are meant to be temporary, and never really solve the problem. As the drugs become less effective their lives spiral out of control. These people feel increasingly anxious, hopeless and finally start pushing away friends and loved ones. Isolation becomes the norm, and loneliness takes over. But it doesnt have to be this way!
(602) 691-7629 View (602) 691-7629
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Chang Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710  (Online Only)
With over 25 years of dedicated experience in the field of psychotherapy, Dr. Steve Lee is a seasoned and compassionate psychotherapist. He holds Doctor of Behavioral Health and is Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona. Dr. Lee specializes in a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
With over 25 years of dedicated experience in the field of psychotherapy, Dr. Steve Lee is a seasoned and compassionate psychotherapist. He holds Doctor of Behavioral Health and is Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona. Dr. Lee specializes in a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction.
(520) 641-8523 View (520) 641-8523
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Ann Papagalos
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85710  (Online Only)
Therapy is a collaborative process to help you lead your best life possible. My role is to guide and partner with you as we address what is important to you in a safe nonjudgmental and honest space. Together we will identify and address concerns that are negatively impacting your mental health, including changing unhealthy thinking and relationship patterns, building confidence, creating more satisfying and healthy relationships, and implementing useful tools to guide you throughout your life.
Therapy is a collaborative process to help you lead your best life possible. My role is to guide and partner with you as we address what is important to you in a safe nonjudgmental and honest space. Together we will identify and address concerns that are negatively impacting your mental health, including changing unhealthy thinking and relationship patterns, building confidence, creating more satisfying and healthy relationships, and implementing useful tools to guide you throughout your life.
(520) 645-3096 View (520) 645-3096
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Berenis Romo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85704
If you find yourself questioning how you got to this moment in your life, where things just don't make sense, I'd like to help. Looking for the answers by yourself can leave you going in circles. You may ask yourself, "why can't I just get over this?" In my 18 years of practicing therapy, I have found that helping people discover their strengths and self worth, without judgement, can be powerful. I'd like to extend that opportunity for you to experience and achieve a fulfilling life that you deserve.
If you find yourself questioning how you got to this moment in your life, where things just don't make sense, I'd like to help. Looking for the answers by yourself can leave you going in circles. You may ask yourself, "why can't I just get over this?" In my 18 years of practicing therapy, I have found that helping people discover their strengths and self worth, without judgement, can be powerful. I'd like to extend that opportunity for you to experience and achieve a fulfilling life that you deserve.
(520) 509-4359 View (520) 509-4359

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Number of Therapists in Bisbee, AZ

< 10

Therapists in Bisbee, AZ who prioritize treating:

89% Depression
89% Anxiety
78% Relationship Issues
78% Grief
78% Trauma and PTSD
78% Family Conflict
78% Coping Skills

Average years in practice

9 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

67% Aetna
67% BlueCross and BlueShield
67% Cigna and Evernorth

How Therapists in Bisbee, AZ see their clients

78% In Person and Online
22% Online Only

Gender breakdown

88% Female
12% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Bisbee?

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.