Therapists in Arlington, MA

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Carol Wintle
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
I bring 40 years of experience to my private practice helping individuals solve emotional and behavioral health problems. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology, I am skilled in helping people with problems such as anxiety, depression, relationship/interpersonal issues, bullying and loss. I assist clients in developing social and emotional skills that help them live happier and more meaningful lives. My style is warm, respectful and spirited. I love the work I do and look forward to meeting and helping you.
I bring 40 years of experience to my private practice helping individuals solve emotional and behavioral health problems. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology, I am skilled in helping people with problems such as anxiety, depression, relationship/interpersonal issues, bullying and loss. I assist clients in developing social and emotional skills that help them live happier and more meaningful lives. My style is warm, respectful and spirited. I love the work I do and look forward to meeting and helping you.
(617) 823-7070 View (617) 823-7070
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, body image, relationship issues, self esteem, and more. I help clients facing work, academic stress and anxieties around social and life demands. My approach is to provide guidance and resources to develop effective coping skills, build resiliency and enhance distress tolerance while developing strategies for managing stress and anxiety.
I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, body image, relationship issues, self esteem, and more. I help clients facing work, academic stress and anxieties around social and life demands. My approach is to provide guidance and resources to develop effective coping skills, build resiliency and enhance distress tolerance while developing strategies for managing stress and anxiety.
(617) 855-0215 View (617) 855-0215
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Pegasus Consulting, Assessment, & Psych Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
For many of my clients, they have spent a long time wondering if they are neurodivergent (including autistic or having ADHD) but finding an adult-focused provider is a challenge. My approach is to understand your questions, goals, and challenges, and to develop strategies both for you and for the environments you are in to best fit your needs. Having a diagnosis can be a great step toward understanding yourself more intimately and can open doors to wonderful community.
For many of my clients, they have spent a long time wondering if they are neurodivergent (including autistic or having ADHD) but finding an adult-focused provider is a challenge. My approach is to understand your questions, goals, and challenges, and to develop strategies both for you and for the environments you are in to best fit your needs. Having a diagnosis can be a great step toward understanding yourself more intimately and can open doors to wonderful community.
(339) 220-4742 View (339) 220-4742
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Center Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Waitlist for new clients
Neesi is an LCSW and a therapist. She works predominantly with adults and a few teens. Neesi is currently looking for clients who wish to primarily meet in-person, with occasional virtual meetings. Some of the typical concerns she works with folx on are romantic relationships, stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, spirituality, and communicating boundaries with one's parents. LGBTQ+ folx of all colors (white/BIPOC/etc) are welcome to request therapy, including those who are "questioning." Please mention any RELEVANt identities you have when messaging her. Thank you!
Neesi is an LCSW and a therapist. She works predominantly with adults and a few teens. Neesi is currently looking for clients who wish to primarily meet in-person, with occasional virtual meetings. Some of the typical concerns she works with folx on are romantic relationships, stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, spirituality, and communicating boundaries with one's parents. LGBTQ+ folx of all colors (white/BIPOC/etc) are welcome to request therapy, including those who are "questioning." Please mention any RELEVANt identities you have when messaging her. Thank you!
(781) 208-5876 View (781) 208-5876
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Juliana Fay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
Are you and your partner feeling “stuck” and disconnected due to family stress, questions around ethical non-monogomy, or lack of sexual intimacy? Or perhaps you are struggling to find clarity following a major life transition like a divorce, infidelity, or the discovery of a family secret? I blend my clinical expertise with a down-to-earth practicality and sense of humor that leaves you feeling both heard and empowered. My goal is always an authentic and aggressively nonjudgmental experience that allows you to explore the messy and complicated parts of being a human.
Are you and your partner feeling “stuck” and disconnected due to family stress, questions around ethical non-monogomy, or lack of sexual intimacy? Or perhaps you are struggling to find clarity following a major life transition like a divorce, infidelity, or the discovery of a family secret? I blend my clinical expertise with a down-to-earth practicality and sense of humor that leaves you feeling both heard and empowered. My goal is always an authentic and aggressively nonjudgmental experience that allows you to explore the messy and complicated parts of being a human.
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Oona Metz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
I treat adults and adolescents in individual and group therapy in my Brookline and Arlington offices. I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sexuality, divorce, step-parenting, trauma, loss and grief. Through exploration and collaboration, I help clients gain more clarity, become more connected, and feel greater satisfaction with their lives. In addition, I provide supervision, consultation and training to clinicians on group therapy and a variety of other topics.
I treat adults and adolescents in individual and group therapy in my Brookline and Arlington offices. I work with clients on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, sexuality, divorce, step-parenting, trauma, loss and grief. Through exploration and collaboration, I help clients gain more clarity, become more connected, and feel greater satisfaction with their lives. In addition, I provide supervision, consultation and training to clinicians on group therapy and a variety of other topics.
(617) 682-9046 View (617) 682-9046
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Heidi A Berke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
Not accepting new clients
You'll find that life improves when you feel more self accepting, more responsive and less reactive. I work in a collaborative, compassionate and pragmatic way to help you get the results you want. Together we create positive change in a warm, friendly and safe environment.
You'll find that life improves when you feel more self accepting, more responsive and less reactive. I work in a collaborative, compassionate and pragmatic way to help you get the results you want. Together we create positive change in a warm, friendly and safe environment.
(617) 997-0366 View (617) 997-0366
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Jasmine Mote
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
Therapy should be a life-affirming experience where you can feel heard, valued, and supported as you share your hopes and struggles. I provide psychotherapy to adults living with anxiety, depression, psychosis-spectrum disorders, and those going through any big life change. I especially love helping new parents with the difficulties that can coincide with pregnancy and postpartum. As a former tenure-track professor, I also enjoy working with people experiencing similar high-stress work environments.
Therapy should be a life-affirming experience where you can feel heard, valued, and supported as you share your hopes and struggles. I provide psychotherapy to adults living with anxiety, depression, psychosis-spectrum disorders, and those going through any big life change. I especially love helping new parents with the difficulties that can coincide with pregnancy and postpartum. As a former tenure-track professor, I also enjoy working with people experiencing similar high-stress work environments.
(617) 380-4769 View (617) 380-4769
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Julianne Corey
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFA
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Waitlist for new clients
Something that I know to be true: when people feel at home in their bodies, they are better equipped for life’s challenges. I see my role as someone who can support you in finding a safe way home... perhaps home to the relationship with your body, to the feelings it holds, to a greater degree of self-acceptance, personal empowerment, and interpersonal connection. Much of my work is body-centered supporting chronic and critical illness, physical, medical, and sexual trauma, body image and dysmorphia.
Something that I know to be true: when people feel at home in their bodies, they are better equipped for life’s challenges. I see my role as someone who can support you in finding a safe way home... perhaps home to the relationship with your body, to the feelings it holds, to a greater degree of self-acceptance, personal empowerment, and interpersonal connection. Much of my work is body-centered supporting chronic and critical illness, physical, medical, and sexual trauma, body image and dysmorphia.
(339) 329-7695 View (339) 329-7695
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Alison Shaw
RN, LMT, CBHS
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474  (Online Only)
Do you want to go beyond the limits of conventional psychotherapy to heal the deepest roots of your emotional struggles? I'd love to help. In my practice, I bring together somatic (body -centered), trauma and energy based therapies in a unique model that creates more effective healing than talk therapy alone. This integrative approach helps you uncover & release the deep unconscious lifelong "Bodymind Patterns" that live in the psyche AND body & can perpetuate unhappiness and keep you stuck or returning over & over to the same struggles, anxiety, shame, depression, unfulfilling relationships, low self esteem disconnection and pain.
Do you want to go beyond the limits of conventional psychotherapy to heal the deepest roots of your emotional struggles? I'd love to help. In my practice, I bring together somatic (body -centered), trauma and energy based therapies in a unique model that creates more effective healing than talk therapy alone. This integrative approach helps you uncover & release the deep unconscious lifelong "Bodymind Patterns" that live in the psyche AND body & can perpetuate unhappiness and keep you stuck or returning over & over to the same struggles, anxiety, shame, depression, unfulfilling relationships, low self esteem disconnection and pain.
(781) 754-7175 View (781) 754-7175
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Katherine L. Alson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
*NOW ACCEPTING ONLINE CLIENTS IN DAYTIME HOURS* Are you unhappy w/ your relationship? Are you engaged married or in a committed relationship? Does it feel like you & your partner speak different languages, or are having the same arguments over again? Want to feel more connected? I provide pre-marital, marital, & relationship counseling to engaged, married, or dating couples to help build solid, positive connections for the future. I work with you - individually, or as a couple - to anticipate the bumps in the road, & help to have successful, loving relationships. I also work w/ Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, & Sandwich Generation.
*NOW ACCEPTING ONLINE CLIENTS IN DAYTIME HOURS* Are you unhappy w/ your relationship? Are you engaged married or in a committed relationship? Does it feel like you & your partner speak different languages, or are having the same arguments over again? Want to feel more connected? I provide pre-marital, marital, & relationship counseling to engaged, married, or dating couples to help build solid, positive connections for the future. I work with you - individually, or as a couple - to anticipate the bumps in the road, & help to have successful, loving relationships. I also work w/ Grief & Loss, Life Transitions, & Sandwich Generation.
(339) 707-7067 View (339) 707-7067
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Jessica Anne Dreifuss
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
I am a psychologist experienced in working in outpatient and partial hospitalization settings who specializes in both couples therapy and individual therapy for adults to address a broad range of difficulties. I have specific expertise in couples therapy for relationship distress and communication problems as well as in individual therapy to treat mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, relationship issues, and life transitions/stressors. I also often work with individuals who have eating disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, and substance use problems. My approach is client-centered and founded in evidence-based treatment techniques
I am a psychologist experienced in working in outpatient and partial hospitalization settings who specializes in both couples therapy and individual therapy for adults to address a broad range of difficulties. I have specific expertise in couples therapy for relationship distress and communication problems as well as in individual therapy to treat mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, relationship issues, and life transitions/stressors. I also often work with individuals who have eating disorders, personality disorders, ADHD, and substance use problems. My approach is client-centered and founded in evidence-based treatment techniques
(339) 331-0788 View (339) 331-0788
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Colleen Casey
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02476
While I work with a variety of people, many of my clients are students or young professionals who are struggling with self-confidence, productivity, and relationships. My typical client has many wonderful goals but can become easily overwhelmed by perfectionist tendencies. I help people explore current difficulties while also connecting these problems to past hurts or losses. Throughout our work, clients are also able to build concrete skills, allowing them to feel less anxious, more like themselves, and more connected in their relationships.
While I work with a variety of people, many of my clients are students or young professionals who are struggling with self-confidence, productivity, and relationships. My typical client has many wonderful goals but can become easily overwhelmed by perfectionist tendencies. I help people explore current difficulties while also connecting these problems to past hurts or losses. Throughout our work, clients are also able to build concrete skills, allowing them to feel less anxious, more like themselves, and more connected in their relationships.
(617) 841-6248 View (617) 841-6248
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Emily O'Bryan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive-behavioral interventions for OCD, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and other conditions. Prior to joining Cambridge Psychology Group (CPG), I completed my pre-doctoral internship/residency and postdoctoral fellowship at the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Institute of Living, a specialty clinic where I provided exposure-based CBT for youth and adults with anxiety and related disorders, including Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD specifically. I also have expertise in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in cognitive-behavioral interventions for OCD, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and other conditions. Prior to joining Cambridge Psychology Group (CPG), I completed my pre-doctoral internship/residency and postdoctoral fellowship at the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Institute of Living, a specialty clinic where I provided exposure-based CBT for youth and adults with anxiety and related disorders, including Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD specifically. I also have expertise in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy.
(339) 300-1952 View (339) 300-1952
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Nora E. Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, AASECT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Nora Kaplan, Licsw. I have 35 years of experience. I worked as a social worker in several Boston teaching hospitals. I have been in private practice over 15 years. I specialize in relationship problems, anxiety and depressive disorders,.I work with individuals who want to focus on their couple’s relationship issues and focus on how their family of origin experience impacts their relationship.. I have been a couples therapist for many years and use that background to help individuals who wish to focus on problems in their. primary relationship..Other relevant approaches include integrating cinema therapy into the therapy.
Nora Kaplan, Licsw. I have 35 years of experience. I worked as a social worker in several Boston teaching hospitals. I have been in private practice over 15 years. I specialize in relationship problems, anxiety and depressive disorders,.I work with individuals who want to focus on their couple’s relationship issues and focus on how their family of origin experience impacts their relationship.. I have been a couples therapist for many years and use that background to help individuals who wish to focus on problems in their. primary relationship..Other relevant approaches include integrating cinema therapy into the therapy.
(339) 675-1973 View (339) 675-1973
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Actualize Counseling & Nutrition
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476  (Online Only)
With a background centered on groups and family dynamics, I specialize in helping individuals who experience fears of abandonment and loss of control. This can result in eating disorders, anxiety, and the development of mood and personality disorders. Advocating for a healing journey grounded in compassionate exploration, I integrate effective tools to help regulate emotions, reduce stress, and foster self-discovery. My goal is to empower individuals to embark on a transformative path with courage and resilience. Together, we can navigate towards healing and growth.
With a background centered on groups and family dynamics, I specialize in helping individuals who experience fears of abandonment and loss of control. This can result in eating disorders, anxiety, and the development of mood and personality disorders. Advocating for a healing journey grounded in compassionate exploration, I integrate effective tools to help regulate emotions, reduce stress, and foster self-discovery. My goal is to empower individuals to embark on a transformative path with courage and resilience. Together, we can navigate towards healing and growth.
(617) 404-4576 View (617) 404-4576
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Boston Center for Couples and Sexuality
PhD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02474
At Boston Center for Couples and Sexuality, we recognize that while all humans struggle with one issue or another, at one time or another, it can be difficult to seek help and support. Expectations that you might have of yourself or expectations that you think or KNOW others have of you can really weigh you down when life gets busy. Sometimes you know exactly what you need help with, and other times, things just don't feel right and you just aren't sure what kind of help you need. Our clinicians will listen, ask good questions, and look at problems with you to figure out how to get you back on the path where you want to be. We work with individuals and committed couples, as well as those practicing consensual non-monagamy. While communication skills and sexuality issues are a significant part of our clientele, we also work with many patients with depression, anxiety, or grief as their presenting complaint.
At Boston Center for Couples and Sexuality, we recognize that while all humans struggle with one issue or another, at one time or another, it can be difficult to seek help and support. Expectations that you might have of yourself or expectations that you think or KNOW others have of you can really weigh you down when life gets busy. Sometimes you know exactly what you need help with, and other times, things just don't feel right and you just aren't sure what kind of help you need. Our clinicians will listen, ask good questions, and look at problems with you to figure out how to get you back on the path where you want to be. We work with individuals and committed couples, as well as those practicing consensual non-monagamy. While communication skills and sexuality issues are a significant part of our clientele, we also work with many patients with depression, anxiety, or grief as their presenting complaint.
(781) 539-9219 View (781) 539-9219
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Carmen Dominguez
LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
Who are you really? This is a question I ask my clients. I have been a psychotherapist and consultant for over 30 years. I draw on my innate intuitive abilities as well as my traditional clinical training to bring healing and transformation to my clients. My family systems background allows me to see the individual as a multifaceted system. What we perceive as a “problem” often reflects how we have adapted to the stress and trauma that we may have endured. Our perceived problems, such as addiction to substances, and other self- defeating patterns become encoded within our whole system, and ultimately distort our true essence.
Who are you really? This is a question I ask my clients. I have been a psychotherapist and consultant for over 30 years. I draw on my innate intuitive abilities as well as my traditional clinical training to bring healing and transformation to my clients. My family systems background allows me to see the individual as a multifaceted system. What we perceive as a “problem” often reflects how we have adapted to the stress and trauma that we may have endured. Our perceived problems, such as addiction to substances, and other self- defeating patterns become encoded within our whole system, and ultimately distort our true essence.
(339) 218-3561 View (339) 218-3561
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Sandy A Dixon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Arlington, MA 02474
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed psychologist in Massachusetts and I provide individual therapy to adults. My areas of particular interest include: depression, anxiety, stress management, relational concerns and conflicts, gay/lesbian/bisexual issues, trauma and healing from traumatic experiences, veterans issues, and relational concerns and conflicts.
I am a licensed psychologist in Massachusetts and I provide individual therapy to adults. My areas of particular interest include: depression, anxiety, stress management, relational concerns and conflicts, gay/lesbian/bisexual issues, trauma and healing from traumatic experiences, veterans issues, and relational concerns and conflicts.
(781) 316-1809 View (781) 316-1809
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Dr. Julian Pino
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
My ideal client is likely someone seeking therapy across the lifespan, dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, or trauma. I specialize in working with athletes, especially collegiate athletes, and those facing high-stress transitions in their athletic careers, given my personal and professional background in the field. My collaborative and adaptable therapeutic approach caters to individuals seeking support and growth in various life circumstances.
My ideal client is likely someone seeking therapy across the lifespan, dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, or trauma. I specialize in working with athletes, especially collegiate athletes, and those facing high-stress transitions in their athletic careers, given my personal and professional background in the field. My collaborative and adaptable therapeutic approach caters to individuals seeking support and growth in various life circumstances.
(339) 329-1786 View (339) 329-1786

How does your Therapist compare?

Number of Therapists in Arlington, MA

400+

Average cost per session

$175

Therapists in Arlington, MA who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
87% Depression
79% Relationship Issues
76% Self Esteem
67% Coping Skills
66% Trauma and PTSD
64% Stress

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

83% BlueCross and BlueShield
51% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
50% Optum

How Therapists in Arlington, MA see their clients

69% In Person and Online
31% Online Only

Gender breakdown

83% Female
16% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Arlington?

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.