Therapists in San Luis Obispo County, CA

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Photo of Emily A. Weatherby Latta, Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Emily A. Weatherby Latta
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Life can be so unfair and being human is incredibly difficult, yet there is also so much beauty in life to experience as well! It can be exhausting to feel like you have to put on a front and be filtered in order to do life while suffering. Learning to find a way to hold and make sense of these contradictions can be a painful, confusing and complicated process! We often view things as being “either/or” when much of life is actually "both/and." My desire is to create a safe place for you to JUST BE…unfiltered…to help process, and receive rest for your soul and mind in order to heal and live life as your best authentic self.
Life can be so unfair and being human is incredibly difficult, yet there is also so much beauty in life to experience as well! It can be exhausting to feel like you have to put on a front and be filtered in order to do life while suffering. Learning to find a way to hold and make sense of these contradictions can be a painful, confusing and complicated process! We often view things as being “either/or” when much of life is actually "both/and." My desire is to create a safe place for you to JUST BE…unfiltered…to help process, and receive rest for your soul and mind in order to heal and live life as your best authentic self.
(805) 316-1544 View (805) 316-1544
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Dr. Veronika L. Castillo
Psychologist, PsyD
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Therapy is a co-creative experience in improving your life. If you are motivated to understand yourself better, navigate a transition in your life, or find deeper insight into symptoms of anxiety, overwhelm, depression or stress, then you have come to the right place. I have a holistic approach to treatment that takes into account your personal strengths, values, and what drives and inspires you to feel better.
Therapy is a co-creative experience in improving your life. If you are motivated to understand yourself better, navigate a transition in your life, or find deeper insight into symptoms of anxiety, overwhelm, depression or stress, then you have come to the right place. I have a holistic approach to treatment that takes into account your personal strengths, values, and what drives and inspires you to feel better.
(323) 990-6948 View (323) 990-6948
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Ann Marie Donnelly
Psychologist, PhD
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Gain clarity and find meaning: Client centered, in depth psychotherapy, specializing on life transitions. Support through difficult passages, such as physical conditions, family discordance, or complicated interpersonal issues.
Gain clarity and find meaning: Client centered, in depth psychotherapy, specializing on life transitions. Support through difficult passages, such as physical conditions, family discordance, or complicated interpersonal issues.
(805) 321-1812 View (805) 321-1812
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Nicholas Cline
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, MS
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Offering teIe-therapy & In Person Sessions for Individuals & Couples in San Luis Obispo. Both individuals and couples experience issues and challenges that prevent them from reaching their full potential. It is my goal to explore these with you and find ways to help cope, accept or overcome these. With couples we work on better communication skills, and strengthening the bond that you have together. I work with individuals that are experiencing anxiety and depression and other issues related to mental health. Ultimately I want you to succeed, I have additional training and experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
Offering teIe-therapy & In Person Sessions for Individuals & Couples in San Luis Obispo. Both individuals and couples experience issues and challenges that prevent them from reaching their full potential. It is my goal to explore these with you and find ways to help cope, accept or overcome these. With couples we work on better communication skills, and strengthening the bond that you have together. I work with individuals that are experiencing anxiety and depression and other issues related to mental health. Ultimately I want you to succeed, I have additional training and experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community.
(805) 491-9772 View (805) 491-9772
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Matthew Dean, Holistic Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
6 Endorsed
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Are you or a loved one going through a major life transition? Have you experienced trauma or serious hardship? Are you ready to come into a better version of yourself? As a holistic psychologist, I work with the mind, body, and spirit. This approach comes from the recognition that everything is interconnected because working with the whole person allows for the deepest level of healing. I am compassionate, intuitive, and direct in my approach.
Are you or a loved one going through a major life transition? Have you experienced trauma or serious hardship? Are you ready to come into a better version of yourself? As a holistic psychologist, I work with the mind, body, and spirit. This approach comes from the recognition that everything is interconnected because working with the whole person allows for the deepest level of healing. I am compassionate, intuitive, and direct in my approach.
(805) 301-1754 View (805) 301-1754
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Caroline Cerussi
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Let’s be real, change is hard! But staying stuck in a cycle of pain and overthinking is harder. Are you feeling ready to cut through the noise and get to the heart of the matter? If you're someone who's been analyzing, overthinking, constantly wanting to feel better but struggling to know where to start, I'm here to help. I believe analysis and awareness is an important step, but we can’t always out-think our problems or solely focus on the source of the issue. I'm about action, results, and helping you move forward in a safe space. I'll combine empathy with a push to uncover your blind spots so you can make positive change.
Let’s be real, change is hard! But staying stuck in a cycle of pain and overthinking is harder. Are you feeling ready to cut through the noise and get to the heart of the matter? If you're someone who's been analyzing, overthinking, constantly wanting to feel better but struggling to know where to start, I'm here to help. I believe analysis and awareness is an important step, but we can’t always out-think our problems or solely focus on the source of the issue. I'm about action, results, and helping you move forward in a safe space. I'll combine empathy with a push to uncover your blind spots so you can make positive change.
(805) 723-3076 View (805) 723-3076
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Roxanne Rassti
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
As a forensic psychologist, I specialize in conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations for legal, occupational, and clinical purposes. My expertise includes assessing individuals involved in the criminal and civil legal systems, public safety personnel, and those requiring diagnostic clarification for court proceedings or professional fitness assessments. In addition to forensic assessments, I serve as an independent expert witness and consultant, assisting attorneys, courts, and organizations in understanding complex psychological factors relevant to legal cases.
As a forensic psychologist, I specialize in conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations for legal, occupational, and clinical purposes. My expertise includes assessing individuals involved in the criminal and civil legal systems, public safety personnel, and those requiring diagnostic clarification for court proceedings or professional fitness assessments. In addition to forensic assessments, I serve as an independent expert witness and consultant, assisting attorneys, courts, and organizations in understanding complex psychological factors relevant to legal cases.
(805) 316-7170 View (805) 316-7170
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Jamie Stuart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
5 Endorsed
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Do your stress levels affect your relationships, work, friends, family, significant other or children? Do your anxious feelings stop you from going after the things you dream about? Together we can look at how past relationships and experiences affect current circumstances. How substance abuse, past abuse, or unhealthy habits affects relationships, anxiety, depression, co-dependency, and how your brain functions. I offer talk therapy and neurofeedback options. Neurofeedback is brain training to help you brain work at its peak performance. Sometimes brain training helps us clarify our goals and reach them faster.
Do your stress levels affect your relationships, work, friends, family, significant other or children? Do your anxious feelings stop you from going after the things you dream about? Together we can look at how past relationships and experiences affect current circumstances. How substance abuse, past abuse, or unhealthy habits affects relationships, anxiety, depression, co-dependency, and how your brain functions. I offer talk therapy and neurofeedback options. Neurofeedback is brain training to help you brain work at its peak performance. Sometimes brain training helps us clarify our goals and reach them faster.
(805) 835-5411 View (805) 835-5411
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Katty Richardson, PhD, LMFT, LPCC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LPCC, LMFT
6 Endorsed
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Not accepting new clients
Both life and relationships can be challenging and it is easy to feel confused or hopeless as to how to make things better. You may be struggling with individual issues, such as stress, anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. Or possibly you are dealing with relationship troubles. You may be longing for love and instead feeling disconnected, alone, and hurt. There are answers and options! I have invested in mastering well-researched, scientifically-proven approaches to individual/couples counseling that will help you get back on track! You can call or text me at 805-975-8399. I offer Teletherapy and I can bill any PPO plan for you.
Both life and relationships can be challenging and it is easy to feel confused or hopeless as to how to make things better. You may be struggling with individual issues, such as stress, anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. Or possibly you are dealing with relationship troubles. You may be longing for love and instead feeling disconnected, alone, and hurt. There are answers and options! I have invested in mastering well-researched, scientifically-proven approaches to individual/couples counseling that will help you get back on track! You can call or text me at 805-975-8399. I offer Teletherapy and I can bill any PPO plan for you.
(805) 975-8399 View (805) 975-8399
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Lina Camello
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Atascadero, CA 93422
Are you both tired of not feeling heard or understood? Do you feel as though being close is a distant memory? Are you wondering what brought you two together in the first place? If so, now is the time to work on your relationship. Too many couples wait until there is too little to salvage. There is nothing more precious than love, no larger feeling than love, and there is no greater pain when love is lost. Let's work together to get back to yours!
Are you both tired of not feeling heard or understood? Do you feel as though being close is a distant memory? Are you wondering what brought you two together in the first place? If so, now is the time to work on your relationship. Too many couples wait until there is too little to salvage. There is nothing more precious than love, no larger feeling than love, and there is no greater pain when love is lost. Let's work together to get back to yours!
(805) 633-4961 View (805) 633-4961
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Jessica Higgins
Psychologist, PhD, LPC
Online Only
With degrees in psychology, coaching certifications, and over 20 years of experience, Jessica offers you an integrative and comprehensive approach to achieve successful results. Her ultimate goal is to help people acquire the insight, learning, and practice to navigate the terrain of intimacy more effectively. She guides clients on a path from confusion and heartache to clarity and authentic connection. Couples and individuals transform pain and struggle into deep love, connection, and vitality. She is also the creator of Connected Couple, which is a comprehensive, research-based, transformational, relationship program, which helps couples at any stage in their relationship.
With degrees in psychology, coaching certifications, and over 20 years of experience, Jessica offers you an integrative and comprehensive approach to achieve successful results. Her ultimate goal is to help people acquire the insight, learning, and practice to navigate the terrain of intimacy more effectively. She guides clients on a path from confusion and heartache to clarity and authentic connection. Couples and individuals transform pain and struggle into deep love, connection, and vitality. She is also the creator of Connected Couple, which is a comprehensive, research-based, transformational, relationship program, which helps couples at any stage in their relationship.
(805) 505-7552 View (805) 505-7552
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Karen Schneller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
You are living a daily battle in your head about what you can eat, how much you should exercise, if you are worthy of taking up space. You are consumed by counting calories and by the negative voice inside that tells you, you’ll never be good enough or thin enough, smart enough or pretty enough. You are fed up with how the society/culture tells you how you should look and feel and behave. Your behaviors have you feeling exhausted and depleted and you wonder how you can go on another day. Others may think you have it all together on the outside, but the mental torture inside is killing you and feel like your life is shrinking.
You are living a daily battle in your head about what you can eat, how much you should exercise, if you are worthy of taking up space. You are consumed by counting calories and by the negative voice inside that tells you, you’ll never be good enough or thin enough, smart enough or pretty enough. You are fed up with how the society/culture tells you how you should look and feel and behave. Your behaviors have you feeling exhausted and depleted and you wonder how you can go on another day. Others may think you have it all together on the outside, but the mental torture inside is killing you and feel like your life is shrinking.
(805) 316-7124 View (805) 316-7124
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Dr. Jayanta Hegde
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
I'm a clinical psychologist practicing with those who suffer from loneliness, anxiety, obsessions, trauma, anger, aloofness, issues of identity and intimacy, difficult life circumstances, and many other problems. While I greatly value knowledge about psychopathology, I find a strictly diagnosis-based approach to be limiting. Instead, we might be curious together about the many aspects of life that bear on your particular suffering. This broad exploration and discovery can only happen in a safe and confidential relationship. I feel so privileged when someone chooses to reveal themselves to me on these deeply personal levels.
I'm a clinical psychologist practicing with those who suffer from loneliness, anxiety, obsessions, trauma, anger, aloofness, issues of identity and intimacy, difficult life circumstances, and many other problems. While I greatly value knowledge about psychopathology, I find a strictly diagnosis-based approach to be limiting. Instead, we might be curious together about the many aspects of life that bear on your particular suffering. This broad exploration and discovery can only happen in a safe and confidential relationship. I feel so privileged when someone chooses to reveal themselves to me on these deeply personal levels.
(805) 242-1260 View (805) 242-1260
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Jeffrey J Lille
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
General Background: Psychologist Licensed for over 35 years. Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 40 years. I have worked extensively with individuals, families and couples. I accept Medicare Part B as payment in full if other insurances are MediCal, CenCal, or pay partially or not at all. I will work with you as pertains to costs as necessary to meet budget needs. Currently, I am accepting new clients. Major Credit Cards are accepted. It has been my life's work to help others in need and to that end I experience personal satisfaction in seeing you leave treatment a healthier and happier person.
General Background: Psychologist Licensed for over 35 years. Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 40 years. I have worked extensively with individuals, families and couples. I accept Medicare Part B as payment in full if other insurances are MediCal, CenCal, or pay partially or not at all. I will work with you as pertains to costs as necessary to meet budget needs. Currently, I am accepting new clients. Major Credit Cards are accepted. It has been my life's work to help others in need and to that end I experience personal satisfaction in seeing you leave treatment a healthier and happier person.
(805) 467-7125 View (805) 467-7125
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Casey Roos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Hello and welcome to my profile! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion to help individual and families navigate the challenges they face. I provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients to explore their emotions, build healthy relationships, and create positive change in their lives. For the past 14 years, I have worked in a specialized multidisciplinary clinic for families with children who have developmental and behavioral concerns, early trauma, sensory dysregulation, and school challenges. I work with young adults who have anxiety and are looking for strategies to manage their intense feelings.
Hello and welcome to my profile! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion to help individual and families navigate the challenges they face. I provide a safe and supportive environment for my clients to explore their emotions, build healthy relationships, and create positive change in their lives. For the past 14 years, I have worked in a specialized multidisciplinary clinic for families with children who have developmental and behavioral concerns, early trauma, sensory dysregulation, and school challenges. I work with young adults who have anxiety and are looking for strategies to manage their intense feelings.
(805) 749-7123 View (805) 749-7123
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Sarah Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Paso Robles, CA 93446
I'm interested in your unique needs and helping you in the most indivualized way possible. I want to help you identify and reach your therapeutic goals, and put an end to self-sabatoging thoughts and behaviors. While therapy can often be hard work, it's worth it to feel better in your relationships with yourself and others. Beginning therapy can feel like a frightening step and I know how important the therapist-client relationship can be in working through issues together. Please note: I am not an "in-network" provider with any insurance companies. I am contracted with EAPs Lyra and SpringHealth.
I'm interested in your unique needs and helping you in the most indivualized way possible. I want to help you identify and reach your therapeutic goals, and put an end to self-sabatoging thoughts and behaviors. While therapy can often be hard work, it's worth it to feel better in your relationships with yourself and others. Beginning therapy can feel like a frightening step and I know how important the therapist-client relationship can be in working through issues together. Please note: I am not an "in-network" provider with any insurance companies. I am contracted with EAPs Lyra and SpringHealth.
(310) 340-7242 View (310) 340-7242
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Jennifer M Blomfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Morro Bay, CA 93442
"Therapy can be a place where the wonder and awe of self discovery can culminate in personal clarity, empowerment and promote a richer more fulfilling life. Living with past and present wounds, dealing with depression, anxiety, anger or addictions, or working through difficult relationships and life transitions, our lives may seem out of control when our emotions and our thinking are out of balance. As your counselor I will help you by gently guiding you in finding that balance by creating a safe and supportive environment as you develop skills to regain your mentally healthy life."
"Therapy can be a place where the wonder and awe of self discovery can culminate in personal clarity, empowerment and promote a richer more fulfilling life. Living with past and present wounds, dealing with depression, anxiety, anger or addictions, or working through difficult relationships and life transitions, our lives may seem out of control when our emotions and our thinking are out of balance. As your counselor I will help you by gently guiding you in finding that balance by creating a safe and supportive environment as you develop skills to regain your mentally healthy life."
(805) 706-8114 View (805) 706-8114
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Heidi M Lewin-Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RD
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Waitlist for new clients
Recovering from an Eating Disorder is a challenging feat. But it can be a journey of self discovery, renewed strength,and the most important gift you give to yourself. I have been in practice in SLO since 1984, first as a Registered Dietitian, and then as a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I specialize in treating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and compulsive exercise, for women, men and teens. I have assisted hundreds of individuals to fully recover and go on to lead happy balanced lives. Having recovered myself, I know the pain of disordered eating and the freedom of transcending it.
Recovering from an Eating Disorder is a challenging feat. But it can be a journey of self discovery, renewed strength,and the most important gift you give to yourself. I have been in practice in SLO since 1984, first as a Registered Dietitian, and then as a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I specialize in treating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and compulsive exercise, for women, men and teens. I have assisted hundreds of individuals to fully recover and go on to lead happy balanced lives. Having recovered myself, I know the pain of disordered eating and the freedom of transcending it.
(805) 468-4908 View (805) 468-4908
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Serena Andrews
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
2 Endorsed
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
As a therapist, I help people in the San Luis Obispo community navigate life changes and find balance, emotional health and mental well-being. Whether you’re facing a recent shift, past trauma, grief or loss, my goal is to provide a supportive environment for exploration and emotional healing. Additionally, I strive to build healthy relationships with my clients and equip them with self-care resources that can provide support during therapy and beyond. Therapy can offer both immediate and long-lasting results. I am also available to offer therapy to anyone in the state of California through confidential tele-therapy.
As a therapist, I help people in the San Luis Obispo community navigate life changes and find balance, emotional health and mental well-being. Whether you’re facing a recent shift, past trauma, grief or loss, my goal is to provide a supportive environment for exploration and emotional healing. Additionally, I strive to build healthy relationships with my clients and equip them with self-care resources that can provide support during therapy and beyond. Therapy can offer both immediate and long-lasting results. I am also available to offer therapy to anyone in the state of California through confidential tele-therapy.
(805) 316-7412 View (805) 316-7412
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Ami K Manwaring
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Atascadero, CA 93422
Let's get you back to living the life you always imagined. Everyone feels stuck at times and it is a privilege to assist individuals on their healing journey. I provide counseling and life coaching services to individuals dealing with a variety of issues including depression and anxiety, stress, relationship issues, women's health, chronic illness, grief and loss, trauma and more. I am currently doing teletherapy, as well as outdoor walk and talk therapy. I am a certified mindfulness-based ecotherapist and use nature as a healing modality with my clients. We all have the inner strength to heal.
Let's get you back to living the life you always imagined. Everyone feels stuck at times and it is a privilege to assist individuals on their healing journey. I provide counseling and life coaching services to individuals dealing with a variety of issues including depression and anxiety, stress, relationship issues, women's health, chronic illness, grief and loss, trauma and more. I am currently doing teletherapy, as well as outdoor walk and talk therapy. I am a certified mindfulness-based ecotherapist and use nature as a healing modality with my clients. We all have the inner strength to heal.
(805) 952-7215 View (805) 952-7215

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Number of Therapists in San Luis Obispo County, CA

700+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in San Luis Obispo County, CA who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
86% Depression
76% Relationship Issues
73% Trauma and PTSD
73% Self Esteem
70% Coping Skills
67% Stress

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

61% Aetna
44% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
40% Cigna and Evernorth

How Therapists in San Luis Obispo County, CA see their clients

65% In Person and Online
35% Online Only

Gender breakdown

81% Female
18% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in San Luis Obispo County?

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.