Therapists in Humble, TX

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Center for Counseling Sustance Abuse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77346
My goal as a therapist is to guide and support clients in finding the life they deserve. I enjoy working with individuals to support them in releasing limiting thoughts and beliefs and embracing a more positive understanding of themselves. Throughout one’s life, a person overcomes many challenges by being determined and having the tools of success! Gained success is provided by tailoring a personalized approach for each of my clients to reach self-actualization. My goal is to provide you the tools so one can be dependent free of all mind-altering chemicals and irrational thoughts.
My goal as a therapist is to guide and support clients in finding the life they deserve. I enjoy working with individuals to support them in releasing limiting thoughts and beliefs and embracing a more positive understanding of themselves. Throughout one’s life, a person overcomes many challenges by being determined and having the tools of success! Gained success is provided by tailoring a personalized approach for each of my clients to reach self-actualization. My goal is to provide you the tools so one can be dependent free of all mind-altering chemicals and irrational thoughts.
(832) 906-4743 View (832) 906-4743
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Renewing The Mind Counseling Services Tx, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS- LPC, LCPC, LCDC, NCC, MPA
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77338  (Online Only)
Greetings! I, Chondra A. Perdue, am accepting new clients in the states of both TEXAS and NEVADA. Life is a journey that sometimes lands in a space where you may need someone objective or unbiased but trained to help you process thoughts and feelings. I provide counseling services to promote balanced and healthier living.
Greetings! I, Chondra A. Perdue, am accepting new clients in the states of both TEXAS and NEVADA. Life is a journey that sometimes lands in a space where you may need someone objective or unbiased but trained to help you process thoughts and feelings. I provide counseling services to promote balanced and healthier living.
(281) 957-1270 View (281) 957-1270
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Christopher Lewis
LPC Intern, Intern
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77338
Greetings, I'm Christopher Lewis, a dedicated and passionate master’s level intern currently pursuing an M.Ed. in Family & Marriage Counseling. Throughout my career, I have come to understand that a personalized approach is essential when guiding individuals through the complexities of life. My commitment lies in building meaningful connections with each individual, couple, or family, ensuring a personalized and effective environment, and plan to facilitate transformative and empowering experiences.
Greetings, I'm Christopher Lewis, a dedicated and passionate master’s level intern currently pursuing an M.Ed. in Family & Marriage Counseling. Throughout my career, I have come to understand that a personalized approach is essential when guiding individuals through the complexities of life. My commitment lies in building meaningful connections with each individual, couple, or family, ensuring a personalized and effective environment, and plan to facilitate transformative and empowering experiences.
(346) 248-4348 View (346) 248-4348
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Kelsey Cardin- - A Haven For Healing Relationship Trauma
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77339  (Online Only)
Are you feeling frozen in fear of the unknown? Has a traumatic event halted your ability to cope with life? Are life transitions just difficult to process? As a empathetic and trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals—kids, teens, and adults—using evidence-based practices. Together, we'll navigate life's challenges with a focus on mindfulness, self-discovery, and empowerment. Embark on this transformative journey for holistic well-being and discover the tools for a more fulfilling life. I am LGBTQIA+ & Neurodivergent affirming.
Are you feeling frozen in fear of the unknown? Has a traumatic event halted your ability to cope with life? Are life transitions just difficult to process? As a empathetic and trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in guiding individuals—kids, teens, and adults—using evidence-based practices. Together, we'll navigate life's challenges with a focus on mindfulness, self-discovery, and empowerment. Embark on this transformative journey for holistic well-being and discover the tools for a more fulfilling life. I am LGBTQIA+ & Neurodivergent affirming.
(346) 746-6496 View (346) 746-6496
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New Day PSC - Dr T Medley
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77396
I’m a recovering perfectionist. And I thought I was doing pretty good with my journey, until I experienced an unexpected major stroke. That major life crisis was, ironically, a great opportunity to reassess what I was doing to take care of myself…physically and emotionally. As a high-achieving Black woman who was recovering from perfectionism, turned into a Black woman who is a stroke survivor, I’m passionate about helping other high-achieving women of color to pause, to breathe, and to assess what they are doing to take care of themselves…physically and emotionally.
I’m a recovering perfectionist. And I thought I was doing pretty good with my journey, until I experienced an unexpected major stroke. That major life crisis was, ironically, a great opportunity to reassess what I was doing to take care of myself…physically and emotionally. As a high-achieving Black woman who was recovering from perfectionism, turned into a Black woman who is a stroke survivor, I’m passionate about helping other high-achieving women of color to pause, to breathe, and to assess what they are doing to take care of themselves…physically and emotionally.
(832) 261-7671 View (832) 261-7671
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Sarah Gasper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77346  (Online Only)
In life, we go through many seasons and some of those seasons can be extremely difficult. I would love to assist you with navigating through those challenging seasons by teaching you coping skills to help you overcome and adapt to life's challenges. Those times can be overwhelming and I can be a helping hand and a listening ear during the hard times. I can help you learn to deal with the emotions that sometimes feel like they are too much to bear.
In life, we go through many seasons and some of those seasons can be extremely difficult. I would love to assist you with navigating through those challenging seasons by teaching you coping skills to help you overcome and adapt to life's challenges. Those times can be overwhelming and I can be a helping hand and a listening ear during the hard times. I can help you learn to deal with the emotions that sometimes feel like they are too much to bear.
(281) 572-5967 View (281) 572-5967
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Vanessa A. Leveille
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77396  (Online Only)
Are you having difficulty coping with the changes of becoming, and being a mom, during postpartum? Or even years later? Do you feel like you're losing yourself trying to manage the demands of motherhood and your well-being? You're not alone. Many moms feel overwhelmed and disconnected after they become moms and struggle with all the changes. You might dream of finding clarity and confidence again, of managing motherhood while embracing your needs and desires. If you're ready to rediscover your sense of self, center your wellness, and redefine motherhood on your terms, I'm here to help guide you through this journey.
Are you having difficulty coping with the changes of becoming, and being a mom, during postpartum? Or even years later? Do you feel like you're losing yourself trying to manage the demands of motherhood and your well-being? You're not alone. Many moms feel overwhelmed and disconnected after they become moms and struggle with all the changes. You might dream of finding clarity and confidence again, of managing motherhood while embracing your needs and desires. If you're ready to rediscover your sense of self, center your wellness, and redefine motherhood on your terms, I'm here to help guide you through this journey.
(346) 633-4809 View (346) 633-4809
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Joseph Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77346
You have great value as a person and deserve to feel that. It's completely normal to feel down, afraid, or inadequate. We all feel this way from time to time. The problem comes in when you have no way to work through and let go of difficult or challenging thoughts and emotions. Therapy is a powerful way for you to develop skills and experience healing so you can live the full life you want to live.
You have great value as a person and deserve to feel that. It's completely normal to feel down, afraid, or inadequate. We all feel this way from time to time. The problem comes in when you have no way to work through and let go of difficult or challenging thoughts and emotions. Therapy is a powerful way for you to develop skills and experience healing so you can live the full life you want to live.
(832) 925-4028 View (832) 925-4028
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Julissa Espinoza
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77338  (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Dr. Espinoza It is tough to live life to its fullest when you are constantly feeling stressed, depressed, or anxious. Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work .and health? Perhaps you are going through a significant life changing event and may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or even stuck in a rut?
Hi there, I'm Dr. Espinoza It is tough to live life to its fullest when you are constantly feeling stressed, depressed, or anxious. Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work .and health? Perhaps you are going through a significant life changing event and may be feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or even stuck in a rut?
(281) 915-2903 View (281) 915-2903
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Karen Bryant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77338
As individuals, we face some of life’s most difficult challenges on a daily basis. Although we are all different in our life perspectives, we all are all similar in that we may need help in recognizing, and addressing the thoughts, challenges, and barriers that we experience. Processing these issues in a safe and non-judgmental environment allows for the space and time needed to reflect and reclaim. I embrace this perspective as a therapist. Previous clients have shared that my “calm presence” has helped them to feel comfortable enough to share their experiences, and that my “deep perspective” helps to drive change.
As individuals, we face some of life’s most difficult challenges on a daily basis. Although we are all different in our life perspectives, we all are all similar in that we may need help in recognizing, and addressing the thoughts, challenges, and barriers that we experience. Processing these issues in a safe and non-judgmental environment allows for the space and time needed to reflect and reclaim. I embrace this perspective as a therapist. Previous clients have shared that my “calm presence” has helped them to feel comfortable enough to share their experiences, and that my “deep perspective” helps to drive change.
(281) 519-3119 View (281) 519-3119
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Rebecca Jarrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77346  (Online Only)
I help adults who are struggling to heal from a sudden or anticipated loss or death of a loved one that has left them feeling alone, misunderstood, and confused within their grieving process. Clients struggling through grief need to be heard and not judged. I will meet my clients wherever they are at in their grieving process. Through our work together, you can get to a place of integrating the pain and the love you feel for your lost loved one.
I help adults who are struggling to heal from a sudden or anticipated loss or death of a loved one that has left them feeling alone, misunderstood, and confused within their grieving process. Clients struggling through grief need to be heard and not judged. I will meet my clients wherever they are at in their grieving process. Through our work together, you can get to a place of integrating the pain and the love you feel for your lost loved one.
(832) 900-3275 View (832) 900-3275
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Dewanna Lewis
LPC Intern, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77396  (Online Only)
I have always desired to understand feelings, behaviour and the human mind; always been driven toward solving the questions that start with why. However, after leading many spontaneous counselling sessions with friends, witnessing the empowering feeling it brings to simply aid someone find a way forward, instead, I also became driven toward solving the questions that start with how. I would deem it a privilege to take the time with someone to answer how they can move forward from their situation and how they can deal with whatever hand life has dealt them, as well as being able to diagnose any conditions before initiating treatment.
I have always desired to understand feelings, behaviour and the human mind; always been driven toward solving the questions that start with why. However, after leading many spontaneous counselling sessions with friends, witnessing the empowering feeling it brings to simply aid someone find a way forward, instead, I also became driven toward solving the questions that start with how. I would deem it a privilege to take the time with someone to answer how they can move forward from their situation and how they can deal with whatever hand life has dealt them, as well as being able to diagnose any conditions before initiating treatment.
(281) 915-4791 View (281) 915-4791
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Brandon S. Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77346  (Online Only)
Everyone, including me, goes through tough seasons! From feelings of fear & sadness to an overall dissatisfaction with life, we’ve all been there. Whether you're a young person trying to overcome social stressors or prepping to transition to or from college or the workforce, our care and coaching can help you achieve success from the inside-out. In addition, I can also help the entire family navigate through teen years, and strengthen family bond. Lastly, I can help to bring couples closer than ever before. Couples gain skills that garner success from the dating & pre-marital stages to the "empty-nest” stage.
Everyone, including me, goes through tough seasons! From feelings of fear & sadness to an overall dissatisfaction with life, we’ve all been there. Whether you're a young person trying to overcome social stressors or prepping to transition to or from college or the workforce, our care and coaching can help you achieve success from the inside-out. In addition, I can also help the entire family navigate through teen years, and strengthen family bond. Lastly, I can help to bring couples closer than ever before. Couples gain skills that garner success from the dating & pre-marital stages to the "empty-nest” stage.
(337) 435-9147 View (337) 435-9147
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Brandi Sturrock
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77339
Brandi Sturrock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor with over 20 years of experience combined in the medical and mental health fields. She is passionate about helping others address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Brandi specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, major life transitions, and navigating chronic illnesses.
Brandi Sturrock is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor with over 20 years of experience combined in the medical and mental health fields. She is passionate about helping others address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Brandi specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship issues, major life transitions, and navigating chronic illnesses.
(281) 500-8716 View (281) 500-8716
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Quinn Heavrin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77346
Hi! My name is Quinn, and I am here to offer hope and practical solutions to the emotional, behavioral or mental struggle causing you stress or pain. Whether you have been privately dealing with this struggle for years or just want to tackle some current life issues head on, I am ready to help you begin a proactive journey of growth that will lead you toward healing, repair and enjoyment in your everyday life and relationships.
Hi! My name is Quinn, and I am here to offer hope and practical solutions to the emotional, behavioral or mental struggle causing you stress or pain. Whether you have been privately dealing with this struggle for years or just want to tackle some current life issues head on, I am ready to help you begin a proactive journey of growth that will lead you toward healing, repair and enjoyment in your everyday life and relationships.
(281) 801-5828 View (281) 801-5828
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Sharae James
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77396  (Online Only)
Sometimes, despite your best efforts, life's challenges can leave your child, your family, or yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and/or uncertain. We all experience times when extra support is needed. Finding the right counselor is an important step on the journey to emotional wellness and personal growth. My role is to help you or your loved one find strength and solutions by creating a safe, accepting environment where we work together to explore problems, identify skills, and gain new insight. Together, we work to restore balance in your life and gain tools that you will continue to use throughout your life.
Sometimes, despite your best efforts, life's challenges can leave your child, your family, or yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, and/or uncertain. We all experience times when extra support is needed. Finding the right counselor is an important step on the journey to emotional wellness and personal growth. My role is to help you or your loved one find strength and solutions by creating a safe, accepting environment where we work together to explore problems, identify skills, and gain new insight. Together, we work to restore balance in your life and gain tools that you will continue to use throughout your life.
(346) 207-2325 View (346) 207-2325
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Renewed Hope Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77396  (Online Only)
Life and relationships can have us feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes fear, communication and relationship conflict arise, and we wonder how to handle it or what tools can help us. Some keys to managing these concerns are: insight on what changes need to be made, what resources are available, what tools are available and how they are used. Going through tough times in life can already be challenging but going through them alone can be scary and confusing. Take comfort in knowing you do not have to go through alone. We work with clients to provide tools for change and a space to be authentical you. We service clients in TX and FL.
Life and relationships can have us feeling overwhelmed. Sometimes fear, communication and relationship conflict arise, and we wonder how to handle it or what tools can help us. Some keys to managing these concerns are: insight on what changes need to be made, what resources are available, what tools are available and how they are used. Going through tough times in life can already be challenging but going through them alone can be scary and confusing. Take comfort in knowing you do not have to go through alone. We work with clients to provide tools for change and a space to be authentical you. We service clients in TX and FL.
(281) 305-1825 View (281) 305-1825
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Healing Hearts Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, , LPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77338
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Christian Counselor with a PhD in Divinity, and an Educator. I specialize in social and emotional maladjustments in children, adolescents, and adults. I have a heart for Pastors, their spouses, and children. There is a need in this day and time for Pastors to receive therapy, especially since they give so much of themselves while serving others.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Christian Counselor with a PhD in Divinity, and an Educator. I specialize in social and emotional maladjustments in children, adolescents, and adults. I have a heart for Pastors, their spouses, and children. There is a need in this day and time for Pastors to receive therapy, especially since they give so much of themselves while serving others.
(281) 801-8594 View (281) 801-8594
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Dr. Angela M. Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CSC, CART
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Humble, TX 77396  (Online Only)
Welcome! Thank you for taking the first step in becoming a better you. Choosing the right therapist can sometimes feel overwhelming and confusing. I am here to help! Are you struggling to help your child with anger, anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you worry excessively or sometimes feel like your anxiety is in overdrive? Do you feel like a hamster in a wheel? If so, please know there is hope for a better tomorrow. My goal is to help clients regain control and choose healthy directions for their lives. I practice cognitive behavior therapy and solution-focused approaches to help clients find stability, growth, and healing.
Welcome! Thank you for taking the first step in becoming a better you. Choosing the right therapist can sometimes feel overwhelming and confusing. I am here to help! Are you struggling to help your child with anger, anxiety, depression, or trauma? Do you worry excessively or sometimes feel like your anxiety is in overdrive? Do you feel like a hamster in a wheel? If so, please know there is hope for a better tomorrow. My goal is to help clients regain control and choose healthy directions for their lives. I practice cognitive behavior therapy and solution-focused approaches to help clients find stability, growth, and healing.
(713) 843-7096 View (713) 843-7096
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Akilah Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Humble, TX 77346  (Online Only)
When you look up strength on Google, you find several definitions, but one stands out: the emotional or mental qualities necessary in dealing with situations or events that are distressing or difficult. No one can control nor predict when difficult things will happen, but it is a guarantee that challenges do occur in every life. Resilience is defined as the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness; is the ability of a substance or object to spring back into shape; elasticity. There is strength in your resilience! Every human being has been endowed with resilience.
When you look up strength on Google, you find several definitions, but one stands out: the emotional or mental qualities necessary in dealing with situations or events that are distressing or difficult. No one can control nor predict when difficult things will happen, but it is a guarantee that challenges do occur in every life. Resilience is defined as the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness; is the ability of a substance or object to spring back into shape; elasticity. There is strength in your resilience! Every human being has been endowed with resilience.
(281) 426-0507 View (281) 426-0507

How does your Therapist compare?

Number of Therapists in Humble, TX

200+

Average cost per session

$125

Therapists in Humble, TX who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
85% Depression
73% Relationship Issues
71% Self Esteem
65% Stress
64% Coping Skills
63% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

8 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

90% Aetna
88% Cigna and Evernorth
76% BlueCross and BlueShield

How Therapists in Humble, TX see their clients

70% In Person and Online
30% Online Only

Gender breakdown

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

How can I find a therapist in Humble?

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.