Therapists in Berkeley, CA

Photo of Abigail Stone, LMFT, RDT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Abigail Stone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RDT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94710
I offer neurodiversity-affirming, client-focused care to children, adolescents and adults. My clients tend to have several of these qualities: They are highly intelligent and verbal. They often feel like they don’t fit in, but may form fewer and deeper friendships. They throw themselves enthusiastically into the things they’re passionate about. They struggle to find appropriate outlets for intense emotions. They often have “geeky” hobbies. Many identify as neurodivergent, autistic, or ADHD, with or without a diagnosis.
I offer neurodiversity-affirming, client-focused care to children, adolescents and adults. My clients tend to have several of these qualities: They are highly intelligent and verbal. They often feel like they don’t fit in, but may form fewer and deeper friendships. They throw themselves enthusiastically into the things they’re passionate about. They struggle to find appropriate outlets for intense emotions. They often have “geeky” hobbies. Many identify as neurodivergent, autistic, or ADHD, with or without a diagnosis.
(510) 288-5843 View (510) 288-5843
Photo of M. Anne Mitchell, LCSW, LSCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
M. Anne Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94710  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Change is a constant in life, while growth is a choice. Some life changes are desired and thrilling, some life changes are unwelcome and painful. The journey into older adulthood brings with it many changes and it’s not unusual to get stuck along the way. Perhaps you are exploring therapy at this time because you feel stuck, dissatisfied, lost or isolated. And maybe you feel ready to set aside time just for you. I’m an engaged and interactive therapist who believes that you have the answers within.
Change is a constant in life, while growth is a choice. Some life changes are desired and thrilling, some life changes are unwelcome and painful. The journey into older adulthood brings with it many changes and it’s not unusual to get stuck along the way. Perhaps you are exploring therapy at this time because you feel stuck, dissatisfied, lost or isolated. And maybe you feel ready to set aside time just for you. I’m an engaged and interactive therapist who believes that you have the answers within.
(510) 916-3363 View (510) 916-3363
Photo of Rachel F Kaplan, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Rachel F Kaplan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94703
You will feel it when you sit with me, this is my life's calling. I was lucky enough to walk the path of healing from an early age because of a devastating life trauma. This brought me to my deep understanding of the healing process. I am committed to accompanying you and catalyzing your journey to health, self-love, ease in relationship and empowerment in the world. My ideal client is going through change, loss, or questioning, needs support and desires a deeper connection to themselves, and satisfaction from their life. Check out my podcast The Healing Feeling Shit Show, a free course in emotional healing to sense how I work.
You will feel it when you sit with me, this is my life's calling. I was lucky enough to walk the path of healing from an early age because of a devastating life trauma. This brought me to my deep understanding of the healing process. I am committed to accompanying you and catalyzing your journey to health, self-love, ease in relationship and empowerment in the world. My ideal client is going through change, loss, or questioning, needs support and desires a deeper connection to themselves, and satisfaction from their life. Check out my podcast The Healing Feeling Shit Show, a free course in emotional healing to sense how I work.
(415) 702-3703 View (415) 702-3703
Photo of Rae C Hipolito, MS, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Rae C Hipolito
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704  (Online Only)
Create joy and inner calm in your life. My role is to guide you in coming back to your wholeness. I am passionate about helping you heal your wounded parts. This wounding may show up as depression, anxiety, or PTSD in adulthood. My approach is heart-based; it is a fusion of experiential, somatic/body-oriented (releasing emotional pain which is stored in our bodies), gestalt, cognitive behavioral, EMDR, hypnosis, and internal family systems approaches. I don't focus on analyzing nor intellectualizing your past. We visit the past to let go of any pain or heal trauma.
Create joy and inner calm in your life. My role is to guide you in coming back to your wholeness. I am passionate about helping you heal your wounded parts. This wounding may show up as depression, anxiety, or PTSD in adulthood. My approach is heart-based; it is a fusion of experiential, somatic/body-oriented (releasing emotional pain which is stored in our bodies), gestalt, cognitive behavioral, EMDR, hypnosis, and internal family systems approaches. I don't focus on analyzing nor intellectualizing your past. We visit the past to let go of any pain or heal trauma.
(949) 537-2883 View (949) 537-2883
Photo of Jim Rosati, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Jim Rosati
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94705
Move toward an authentic, more rewarding, life. Whether you're struggling with the same problems over and over, or just can't shake the feeling that something is missing from your life, my unique blend of supportive and exploratory psychotherapy can help. Uncover and change unconscious patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that may have served you at one time in your life, but now block you from living with spontaneity, creativity, and zest.
Move toward an authentic, more rewarding, life. Whether you're struggling with the same problems over and over, or just can't shake the feeling that something is missing from your life, my unique blend of supportive and exploratory psychotherapy can help. Uncover and change unconscious patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that may have served you at one time in your life, but now block you from living with spontaneity, creativity, and zest.
(510) 698-9705 View (510) 698-9705
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Jessica Shaddock
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94705
My specialties include working with adolescents, transitional-age youth and adults. I am particularly interested in working with those adjusting to major life transitions such as leaving home, attending college, building careers, beginning or ending relationships, parenthood, infertility, pregnancy loss, empty-nest and retirement.
My specialties include working with adolescents, transitional-age youth and adults. I am particularly interested in working with those adjusting to major life transitions such as leaving home, attending college, building careers, beginning or ending relationships, parenthood, infertility, pregnancy loss, empty-nest and retirement.
(510) 863-8849 View (510) 863-8849
Photo of Annie Wright, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Annie Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704
However you are, no matter what’s going on in your life right now, the fact that you’re here on this page says to me that a part of you is hopeful that things can be different for you. That healing is possible. That you’re ready for something better. That part of you is so wise. Something better IS possible, no matter where you’re starting from in life. This is a strong conviction of mine and the reason why I’m a clinician. Because I believe with every cell in my body that, until our last breath, no matter where we’re starting from, change is possible. And it’s my job to help you achieve that change.
However you are, no matter what’s going on in your life right now, the fact that you’re here on this page says to me that a part of you is hopeful that things can be different for you. That healing is possible. That you’re ready for something better. That part of you is so wise. Something better IS possible, no matter where you’re starting from in life. This is a strong conviction of mine and the reason why I’m a clinician. Because I believe with every cell in my body that, until our last breath, no matter where we’re starting from, change is possible. And it’s my job to help you achieve that change.
(341) 222-3807 View (341) 222-3807
Photo of Peter Carpentieri, LMFT, SEP, Marriage & Family Therapist
Peter Carpentieri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94705
If you have experienced any level of trauma in your life, either developmentally as a child or through other life experiences, I can support you in slowly and gently releasing the effects of those traumas, and restoring your nervous system to its rightful, regulated state. Through the use of social engagement, guided awareness, movement, art, and other resources, we will explore ways to free you from the bondage of the past and worries about the future. In the safety of a supportive and loving environment, I will offer you guidance to help you live more fully in the present moment, with a deepened sense of joy and ease.
If you have experienced any level of trauma in your life, either developmentally as a child or through other life experiences, I can support you in slowly and gently releasing the effects of those traumas, and restoring your nervous system to its rightful, regulated state. Through the use of social engagement, guided awareness, movement, art, and other resources, we will explore ways to free you from the bondage of the past and worries about the future. In the safety of a supportive and loving environment, I will offer you guidance to help you live more fully in the present moment, with a deepened sense of joy and ease.
(510) 463-1150 View (510) 463-1150
Photo of Jessica Brown, LMFT, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist
Jessica Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94707
Not accepting new clients
Many of the people I work with are unsatisfied or struggling in key areas of their lives. They are challenged by unfulfilling relationships with co-workers, romantic partners, dating, friends, or family members. The difficulties they face can tend to feel familiar; patterns they have not yet been able to fully understand or find their way out of on their own. Many patterns are formed by relationships in our early lives, therefore it takes a healing and generative relationship to make real change. I also work with individuals and couples who are facing the major life transition of becoming parents.
Many of the people I work with are unsatisfied or struggling in key areas of their lives. They are challenged by unfulfilling relationships with co-workers, romantic partners, dating, friends, or family members. The difficulties they face can tend to feel familiar; patterns they have not yet been able to fully understand or find their way out of on their own. Many patterns are formed by relationships in our early lives, therefore it takes a healing and generative relationship to make real change. I also work with individuals and couples who are facing the major life transition of becoming parents.
(510) 616-9776 View (510) 616-9776
Photo of Eileen Van Tyne, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Eileen Van Tyne
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704
We are wired to connect, but sometimes our ways of connecting feel counterproductive, even painful. I specialize in couples therapy, relationship therapy and trauma therapy. I support clients who are looking to heal their relationships, past or present. This can be healing themselves from trauma, finding ease and satisfaction in current relationships, or to explore new ways of being in relationship. I offer a trauma-informed approach to work with individuals, families and couples, to help them explore patterns that don't work, to process loss and grief, and to find authentic connection.
We are wired to connect, but sometimes our ways of connecting feel counterproductive, even painful. I specialize in couples therapy, relationship therapy and trauma therapy. I support clients who are looking to heal their relationships, past or present. This can be healing themselves from trauma, finding ease and satisfaction in current relationships, or to explore new ways of being in relationship. I offer a trauma-informed approach to work with individuals, families and couples, to help them explore patterns that don't work, to process loss and grief, and to find authentic connection.
(628) 300-3260 View (628) 300-3260
Photo of Laura L Vidal, PsyD, Psychologist
Laura L Vidal
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94709  (Online Only)
I work with clients who are feeling ready to free themselves from self-sabotaging behaviors and rise above past wounds.
I work with clients who are feeling ready to free themselves from self-sabotaging behaviors and rise above past wounds.
(510) 390-9578 x1164 View (510) 390-9578 x1164
Photo of Delia Morales, MA, LPCC, LPC
Delia Morales
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94710
Not accepting new clients
NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS (except for immigration psychological evaluations). Are you feeling sad, lonely, angry? Are you having difficulty making decisions or getting along with others? I am here to help. I am a compassionate clinician and offer a safe, warm and confidential environment. I can assist you to find the strength and courage to embark in your own healing journey. I am experienced working with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, anger, life transitions, childhood abuse and domestic violence. I also prepare Immigration Psychological Evaluations.
NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS (except for immigration psychological evaluations). Are you feeling sad, lonely, angry? Are you having difficulty making decisions or getting along with others? I am here to help. I am a compassionate clinician and offer a safe, warm and confidential environment. I can assist you to find the strength and courage to embark in your own healing journey. I am experienced working with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, anger, life transitions, childhood abuse and domestic violence. I also prepare Immigration Psychological Evaluations.
(202) 247-0960 View (202) 247-0960
Photo of Alison Papion, MA, LMFT, CRMP, Marriage & Family Therapist
Alison Papion
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CRMP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94720  (Online Only)
I hold a belief that every individual I come across holds within him/herself the power to heal. My role is to help those individuals access their power when they feel they have none. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and anxiety disorders and I am passionate about bringing a sense of hope and empowerment to the individuals I serve. My hope is that individuals will learn to embrace their power, learn to be at ease in their own skin and find loving and fulfilling connection to others; bringing them closer to their personal healing and, ultimately, to the life they dream of living.
I hold a belief that every individual I come across holds within him/herself the power to heal. My role is to help those individuals access their power when they feel they have none. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and anxiety disorders and I am passionate about bringing a sense of hope and empowerment to the individuals I serve. My hope is that individuals will learn to embrace their power, learn to be at ease in their own skin and find loving and fulfilling connection to others; bringing them closer to their personal healing and, ultimately, to the life they dream of living.
(805) 303-5324 View (805) 303-5324
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Amber Atwood
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704  (Online Only)
My therapy style is casual, motivational, and empowering. I tend to utilize holistic modalities that help one to increase a greater sense of self-awareness, and mind-body connection, and support one's personal growth in a compassionate manner. My hope is that individuals can develop a greater understanding of thoughts and behavioral patterns that are causing them to feel stuck while working toward making changes that lead to positive outcomes.
My therapy style is casual, motivational, and empowering. I tend to utilize holistic modalities that help one to increase a greater sense of self-awareness, and mind-body connection, and support one's personal growth in a compassionate manner. My hope is that individuals can develop a greater understanding of thoughts and behavioral patterns that are causing them to feel stuck while working toward making changes that lead to positive outcomes.
(510) 990-9703 View (510) 990-9703
Photo of Angela Snelling, MA , LPCC , LMHC, LPC
Angela Snelling
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA , LPCC , LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94704  (Online Only)
I believe that the core of successful psychotherapy lies in creating a safe place for you to talk about things that are truly important in your life. I am currently an online psychotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. I draw from various evidence-based approaches to provide personalized therapy that meets your unique needs. While we cannot always avoid the challenges that arise in our life, we do have a choice how to address them. I believe that there is much to learn from these struggles and that by facing them we create opportunity for making enduring changes in our life.
I believe that the core of successful psychotherapy lies in creating a safe place for you to talk about things that are truly important in your life. I am currently an online psychotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. I draw from various evidence-based approaches to provide personalized therapy that meets your unique needs. While we cannot always avoid the challenges that arise in our life, we do have a choice how to address them. I believe that there is much to learn from these struggles and that by facing them we create opportunity for making enduring changes in our life.
(341) 888-7786 View (341) 888-7786
Photo of Neda Ehya, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Neda Ehya
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94703  (Online Only)
My therapy style is down to earth, warm, inviting and active. I believe therapy is most effective when it is a collaborative process between the client and the therapist. We will work together to explore, reflect and identify areas in which insight and change are needed to achieve your goals. In sessions, I openly share my thoughts and my perspective as a guiding force but respect and believe that you are the leader in the room. I provide therapy as a transformative experience or a space to just let go, it can be whatever you need it to be, as long as the purpose of this space is for you to heal and find more joy in your life.
My therapy style is down to earth, warm, inviting and active. I believe therapy is most effective when it is a collaborative process between the client and the therapist. We will work together to explore, reflect and identify areas in which insight and change are needed to achieve your goals. In sessions, I openly share my thoughts and my perspective as a guiding force but respect and believe that you are the leader in the room. I provide therapy as a transformative experience or a space to just let go, it can be whatever you need it to be, as long as the purpose of this space is for you to heal and find more joy in your life.
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Photo of Eve Peters, AMFT, MA, JD, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Eve Peters
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA, JD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley, CA 94709
With a Stanford B.A./ UC Berkeley J.D., a prior career as a dating startup founder/CEO, a journey healing from a painful autoimmune disease, and most recently having become a new mother, I bring rigor, depth, and rare professional experience to the therapy room. To optimize for the best client results, I combine the use of psychodynamic therapy, DBT (dialectical behavior therapy) skills, EFT for couples, mind-body (somatic) work, meditation, breathwork, and yoga. My practice is informed by modern, evidence-based methods of therapy as well as spiritual wisdom from Zen Buddhism, Judaism, and the teachings of the yoga masters.
With a Stanford B.A./ UC Berkeley J.D., a prior career as a dating startup founder/CEO, a journey healing from a painful autoimmune disease, and most recently having become a new mother, I bring rigor, depth, and rare professional experience to the therapy room. To optimize for the best client results, I combine the use of psychodynamic therapy, DBT (dialectical behavior therapy) skills, EFT for couples, mind-body (somatic) work, meditation, breathwork, and yoga. My practice is informed by modern, evidence-based methods of therapy as well as spiritual wisdom from Zen Buddhism, Judaism, and the teachings of the yoga masters.
(510) 983-8647 View (510) 983-8647
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Jennifer Nicole Caldwell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFY
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704  (Online Only)
I will accompany you through the work of recognizing what your mind is experiencing and learning ways to give your self more care and love so that you can embrace life, growth, and relationships with optimism, hope, care and intentions. My goal is to provide a safe, affirming space that allows you to grow, challenge, and heal so that you can live your life with authenticity, joy, and loving relationships. I am sex positive, body positive, gender affirming, and embracing of all spiritual, sexual orientation, and lifestyle communities and an ally to all who want to exist in a loving and open hearted world.
I will accompany you through the work of recognizing what your mind is experiencing and learning ways to give your self more care and love so that you can embrace life, growth, and relationships with optimism, hope, care and intentions. My goal is to provide a safe, affirming space that allows you to grow, challenge, and heal so that you can live your life with authenticity, joy, and loving relationships. I am sex positive, body positive, gender affirming, and embracing of all spiritual, sexual orientation, and lifestyle communities and an ally to all who want to exist in a loving and open hearted world.
(341) 217-6687 View (341) 217-6687
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Joan Greenberg-Abramsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704  (Online Only)
My passion for partnering with others to experience the highest quality of life possible is what motivates my work as a clinician. In doing so, my hope is to support clients on breaking away from unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior, while replacing them with uplifting ones that lead to more functional, satisfying existences. Exploring the causes of dysfunctional conduct is a major part of the healing process, which includes working through trauma, to rightfully expose it, and move from victim to survivor. I mostly utilize Rogerian, biblical, cognitive/dialectical behavioral, and motivational interviewing treatments.
My passion for partnering with others to experience the highest quality of life possible is what motivates my work as a clinician. In doing so, my hope is to support clients on breaking away from unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior, while replacing them with uplifting ones that lead to more functional, satisfying existences. Exploring the causes of dysfunctional conduct is a major part of the healing process, which includes working through trauma, to rightfully expose it, and move from victim to survivor. I mostly utilize Rogerian, biblical, cognitive/dialectical behavioral, and motivational interviewing treatments.
(341) 217-9611 View (341) 217-9611
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Hana Nielsen-Kneisler
Psychologist, PsyD, JD
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94709
I work with adult therapy and evaluation clients. Common issues include depression and anxiety, relationship/attachment patterns, loneliness and loss, body acceptance, childhood trauma, and grief work. I also conduct adult ADHD evaluations and have expertise in high performing individuals with executive functioning challenges. I am an interactive clinician who offers information and feedback, as well as compassionate listening. I work best with clients who are interested deeper levels of work.
I work with adult therapy and evaluation clients. Common issues include depression and anxiety, relationship/attachment patterns, loneliness and loss, body acceptance, childhood trauma, and grief work. I also conduct adult ADHD evaluations and have expertise in high performing individuals with executive functioning challenges. I am an interactive clinician who offers information and feedback, as well as compassionate listening. I work best with clients who are interested deeper levels of work.
(510) 423-3313 View (510) 423-3313
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Number of Therapists in Berkeley, CA

1,000+

Average cost per session

$195

Therapists in Berkeley, CA who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
88% Depression
85% Relationship Issues
75% Self Esteem
73% Trauma and PTSD
72% Grief
67% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

13 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

54% Aetna
43% Cigna and Evernorth
36% Other

How Therapists in Berkeley, CA see their clients

63% In Person and Online
37% Online Only

Gender breakdown

75% Female
22% Male
3% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Berkeley?

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.

Learn more about how to find a therapist

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.