Therapists in Navarre, FL

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Christina R. Cannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi there! As a compassionate therapist and military veteran, I have over a decade of experience empowering individuals and families to overcome life’s challenges, embrace healing, realize their true potential, and build promising futures. With a deep passion for turning chaos into clarity, a genuine knack for deep conversations, and a heart for advocacy, I combine evidence-based techniques with a dash of humor to foster life changing therapeutic clinical experiences. I have served diverse populations: veterans, active-duty military & family members, community and healthcare organizations, adults & teens.
Hi there! As a compassionate therapist and military veteran, I have over a decade of experience empowering individuals and families to overcome life’s challenges, embrace healing, realize their true potential, and build promising futures. With a deep passion for turning chaos into clarity, a genuine knack for deep conversations, and a heart for advocacy, I combine evidence-based techniques with a dash of humor to foster life changing therapeutic clinical experiences. I have served diverse populations: veterans, active-duty military & family members, community and healthcare organizations, adults & teens.
(850) 788-3304 View (850) 788-3304
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Sara Williamson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
We all go through trials throughout our lives. As we face such stressors, I believe connecting and sharing our experiences allows us to forge ahead. Whether we struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship stressors, or any other issues in this world, finding a safe and supportive place to share our story empowers us.
We all go through trials throughout our lives. As we face such stressors, I believe connecting and sharing our experiences allows us to forge ahead. Whether we struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship stressors, or any other issues in this world, finding a safe and supportive place to share our story empowers us.
(850) 790-4421 View (850) 790-4421
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Hope Awaits Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Navarre, FL 32566
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing services to individuals of all ages. I have had the privilege throughout the years of working with a variety of individuals and gaining extensive experience and training by working in multiple and unique mental health settings. My passion is to offer a nonjudgmental, encouraging, safe place for people to be valued, seen, respected, and heard so they can feel safe enough to explore their true selves and be honored for who they are. This is a place where you can learn to live the most valuable, meaningful, vibrant life you never imagined you were meant to live, your story is not over;
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor providing services to individuals of all ages. I have had the privilege throughout the years of working with a variety of individuals and gaining extensive experience and training by working in multiple and unique mental health settings. My passion is to offer a nonjudgmental, encouraging, safe place for people to be valued, seen, respected, and heard so they can feel safe enough to explore their true selves and be honored for who they are. This is a place where you can learn to live the most valuable, meaningful, vibrant life you never imagined you were meant to live, your story is not over;
(850) 605-4506 View (850) 605-4506
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Andromeda Moodie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Ann Moodie, LMFT My eclectic and flexible approach allows me to address various interpersonal conflicts, particularly those surfacing within unique family dynamics. Focus areas of practice include anxiety, depression, trauma-related stressors, such as Childhood Sexual Abuse, relationship issues, and family relationship dynamics, such as blended/stepfamilies. I typically work with individuals who identify as part of the BIPOC community and who experience acculturation issues, relationship problems, and blended family dynamics.
Ann Moodie, LMFT My eclectic and flexible approach allows me to address various interpersonal conflicts, particularly those surfacing within unique family dynamics. Focus areas of practice include anxiety, depression, trauma-related stressors, such as Childhood Sexual Abuse, relationship issues, and family relationship dynamics, such as blended/stepfamilies. I typically work with individuals who identify as part of the BIPOC community and who experience acculturation issues, relationship problems, and blended family dynamics.
(904) 906-3229 View (904) 906-3229
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Ray Sizemore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Navarre, FL 32566
I focus on four areas - relationships, trauma/PTSD, boundaries and emotions. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. These four areas are often an underlying cause of individual and relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?
I focus on four areas - relationships, trauma/PTSD, boundaries and emotions. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. These four areas are often an underlying cause of individual and relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?
(850) 724-4120 View (850) 724-4120
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Suzanne Verschueren
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Navarre, FL 32566
Not accepting new clients
Suzanne is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with extensive experience helping adults, teens, and children navigate the symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship issues, codependency, and past emotional traumas. Her passion is helping clients gain awareness of their strengths, increase their confidence, and develop the coping tools and strategies necessary to understand and work through negative past experiences.
Suzanne is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with extensive experience helping adults, teens, and children navigate the symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship issues, codependency, and past emotional traumas. Her passion is helping clients gain awareness of their strengths, increase their confidence, and develop the coping tools and strategies necessary to understand and work through negative past experiences.
(850) 920-6299 View (850) 920-6299
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Pathway to Wellness Counseling, Dr. Tracie Esmond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
At The Pathway to Wellness Counseling, I believe everyone has the strength within themselves to overcome challenges and thrive. My mission is to walk alongside you on your journey, providing a safe, compassionate, supportive environment where healing and growth can occur. With over nine years of experience as a Therapist, I specialize in helping adults navigate issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
At The Pathway to Wellness Counseling, I believe everyone has the strength within themselves to overcome challenges and thrive. My mission is to walk alongside you on your journey, providing a safe, compassionate, supportive environment where healing and growth can occur. With over nine years of experience as a Therapist, I specialize in helping adults navigate issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
(850) 721-1463 View (850) 721-1463
Lynda E Bolt
Counselor, LMHC, CAP, C, BT
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
Waitlist for new clients
A woman age 42 is stressed due to her husband's drinking. They have been married for 15 years. His drinking has increased and he has become verbally abusive. He has been coming home from work later and later.Their children ages 11 and 13 are no longer having friends visit. Her father was an alcoholic. She is a registered nurse and has become the "breadwinner" of their family. Admitted feeling resentful but also guilty. Admitted no explanation for her guilt but "feels" responsible for his drinking. She reported sleep disturbance, high blood pressure, loss of weight.
A woman age 42 is stressed due to her husband's drinking. They have been married for 15 years. His drinking has increased and he has become verbally abusive. He has been coming home from work later and later.Their children ages 11 and 13 are no longer having friends visit. Her father was an alcoholic. She is a registered nurse and has become the "breadwinner" of their family. Admitted feeling resentful but also guilty. Admitted no explanation for her guilt but "feels" responsible for his drinking. She reported sleep disturbance, high blood pressure, loss of weight.
(850) 865-8541 View (850) 865-8541
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Kim Haines
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I'm Kim and I am excited you have found my page. I love working with adults to find their passion in life and remove blocks that are keeping them from being their most awesome self. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida in private practice in the beautiful Navarre, Florida area. I have been a Mental Health Counselor for more than 6 years. I absolutely love what I do and hope that I can assist you with your life issues and find joy in your life!
Hi, I'm Kim and I am excited you have found my page. I love working with adults to find their passion in life and remove blocks that are keeping them from being their most awesome self. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida in private practice in the beautiful Navarre, Florida area. I have been a Mental Health Counselor for more than 6 years. I absolutely love what I do and hope that I can assist you with your life issues and find joy in your life!
(850) 669-5714 View (850) 669-5714
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Patrick Burns
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Navarre, FL 32566
Life is hard and full of change. Sometimes we need help navigating those changes and transitions in life. I get that, because I also experience them. After almost 18 years in law enforcement, I made the transition to becoming a therapist. My ideal clients are adult men who are struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Injuries, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Financial Issues, and Process Addictions. These issues can have a negative impact in marriages so I also work to help couples restore their marriages.
Life is hard and full of change. Sometimes we need help navigating those changes and transitions in life. I get that, because I also experience them. After almost 18 years in law enforcement, I made the transition to becoming a therapist. My ideal clients are adult men who are struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Injuries, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Financial Issues, and Process Addictions. These issues can have a negative impact in marriages so I also work to help couples restore their marriages.
(850) 865-5238 View (850) 865-5238
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Sarah Westby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Navarre, FL 32566
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating anxiety. I am fully aware at how exhausting anxiety can be to manage daily. Together we can work to overcome challenges brought on by anxiety. I am happy to work with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety as well. Parenting can be difficult, however parenting an anxious child comes with unique challenges. I have experience treating a variety of mental health diagnoses. I am a Qualified Supervisor in the state of Florida. I'm excited to meet you and find out how I can support you on your journey.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating anxiety. I am fully aware at how exhausting anxiety can be to manage daily. Together we can work to overcome challenges brought on by anxiety. I am happy to work with children and adolescents experiencing anxiety as well. Parenting can be difficult, however parenting an anxious child comes with unique challenges. I have experience treating a variety of mental health diagnoses. I am a Qualified Supervisor in the state of Florida. I'm excited to meet you and find out how I can support you on your journey.
(850) 605-4842 View (850) 605-4842
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Sandra L Adams
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
Do you find yourself being unable to fully realize your goals or potential becasuse of fears, depression or anxiety? Does your past keep you from being able to live a happy, well-adjusted life? Are you unhappy with your marriage or another significant relationship? Are you concerned about the behavior of a teenaged child? If so, you or your loved ones may benefit tremendously from psychotherapy with a caring, exerienced, knowlegable psychotherapist. I believe I have the necessary compassion, skills, and experience to help. I offer excellent listening skills and emperically-based solutions from a primarily cognitive-behavioral treatment approach.
Do you find yourself being unable to fully realize your goals or potential becasuse of fears, depression or anxiety? Does your past keep you from being able to live a happy, well-adjusted life? Are you unhappy with your marriage or another significant relationship? Are you concerned about the behavior of a teenaged child? If so, you or your loved ones may benefit tremendously from psychotherapy with a caring, exerienced, knowlegable psychotherapist. I believe I have the necessary compassion, skills, and experience to help. I offer excellent listening skills and emperically-based solutions from a primarily cognitive-behavioral treatment approach.
(850) 788-6158 View (850) 788-6158
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Balm for the Soul Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LMHC, CFMHE
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
If you're looking for a warm, down to earth therapist that focuses on teens and adults, you've come to the right place. I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be a safe place that allows you to explore who you are and how to grow and heal from your stresses, anxieties, and difficulties with everyday life. We all need someone to talk to, therefore I believe in the effectiveness of talk therapy. Other areas of focus include: Christian counseling, teen and parenting issues, women that are high achievers, adjustment issues, relationship issues, and self esteem.
If you're looking for a warm, down to earth therapist that focuses on teens and adults, you've come to the right place. I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be a safe place that allows you to explore who you are and how to grow and heal from your stresses, anxieties, and difficulties with everyday life. We all need someone to talk to, therefore I believe in the effectiveness of talk therapy. Other areas of focus include: Christian counseling, teen and parenting issues, women that are high achievers, adjustment issues, relationship issues, and self esteem.
(850) 754-9712 View (850) 754-9712
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Chayil Christian Counseling Services, LLC
LMHC
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
Hi, my name is Sarah James and I am a licensed mental health counselor. I have worked in the behavioral health industry for eight years, gaining experience in treating clients with mental health and substance abuse disorders. I am also a Veteran of the United States Air Force and served my Country for 24 years. Has your mental health been negatively affected by: depression, anxiety, traumas, esteem or substance abuse issues? Do you often feel that no one understands your struggle? Are you particular about who you listen to or share your intimate details with? Are you driven by your faith? I understand these sentiments.
Hi, my name is Sarah James and I am a licensed mental health counselor. I have worked in the behavioral health industry for eight years, gaining experience in treating clients with mental health and substance abuse disorders. I am also a Veteran of the United States Air Force and served my Country for 24 years. Has your mental health been negatively affected by: depression, anxiety, traumas, esteem or substance abuse issues? Do you often feel that no one understands your struggle? Are you particular about who you listen to or share your intimate details with? Are you driven by your faith? I understand these sentiments.
(850) 290-0676 View (850) 290-0676
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Kellie Michelle Stockdale
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, PhD, 500RYT
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up in the morning. I will work with you to focus on healing and personal growth. Life is too short to surrender to bad relationships, letting trauma control us, or to be anxious and depressed. I want to help free you of emotional pain and focus on helping you find your life's purpose.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up in the morning. I will work with you to focus on healing and personal growth. Life is too short to surrender to bad relationships, letting trauma control us, or to be anxious and depressed. I want to help free you of emotional pain and focus on helping you find your life's purpose.
(850) 761-4893 View (850) 761-4893
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Elise C. Chisholm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Navarre, FL 32566
Something has to change right? Maybe you're filled with dread thinking about doing anything socially; crowds are overwhelming, and you feel like you can't get it together? Maybe you are filled with so much sadness from depression or grief that it's hard to get out of bed. Are you having nightmares, zone out, or realize you’re thinking about things you really don’t want to think about? Do you avoid certain people, places or situations at all cost, just so you don’t have to be reminded of the past? Are you tired of the pattern of heated arguments with your partner or spouse that just drive you further away from each other?
Something has to change right? Maybe you're filled with dread thinking about doing anything socially; crowds are overwhelming, and you feel like you can't get it together? Maybe you are filled with so much sadness from depression or grief that it's hard to get out of bed. Are you having nightmares, zone out, or realize you’re thinking about things you really don’t want to think about? Do you avoid certain people, places or situations at all cost, just so you don’t have to be reminded of the past? Are you tired of the pattern of heated arguments with your partner or spouse that just drive you further away from each other?
(850) 920-5767 View (850) 920-5767
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Jennifer Jernigan Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
Life has a way of making us feel stuck sometimes. Things don't go as planned. Relationships, Loss, Disappointment, Anxiety, Fear, Patterns and Habits keep us from moving forward. Small steps can make a big impact. We can work together to facilitate your path forward. Take the first step and book your appointment on the website today.
Life has a way of making us feel stuck sometimes. Things don't go as planned. Relationships, Loss, Disappointment, Anxiety, Fear, Patterns and Habits keep us from moving forward. Small steps can make a big impact. We can work together to facilitate your path forward. Take the first step and book your appointment on the website today.
(850) 220-1939 View (850) 220-1939
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Christine M Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida. My life’s journey has led me to work alongside those who are in need of support and guidance through times that can be difficult to navigate. My social work lens allows me to see peoples strengths and struggles in the context of their whole person situations. I strive to help individuals explore their unique circumstances in order to seek solutions for a more balanced life. I work from a trauma informed framework using a variety of modalities and techniques so that I may offer person specific guidance, tools and skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida. My life’s journey has led me to work alongside those who are in need of support and guidance through times that can be difficult to navigate. My social work lens allows me to see peoples strengths and struggles in the context of their whole person situations. I strive to help individuals explore their unique circumstances in order to seek solutions for a more balanced life. I work from a trauma informed framework using a variety of modalities and techniques so that I may offer person specific guidance, tools and skills.
(850) 250-2281 View (850) 250-2281
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John Schneider
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
The only constant in life is change. Whether planned/unplanned, gradual/sudden, or desired/resisted, change can work for us or against us, depending on how we think and respond to that change. Whether you are facing a career transition such as a new leadership role, change in job/career, or retirement, or personal/relational changes such as becoming an "empty-nester", getting divorced or remarried, or facing challenges with your adult children, I can help you successfully navigate through change and come out the other side as an even better version of you.
The only constant in life is change. Whether planned/unplanned, gradual/sudden, or desired/resisted, change can work for us or against us, depending on how we think and respond to that change. Whether you are facing a career transition such as a new leadership role, change in job/career, or retirement, or personal/relational changes such as becoming an "empty-nester", getting divorced or remarried, or facing challenges with your adult children, I can help you successfully navigate through change and come out the other side as an even better version of you.
(850) 468-2342 View (850) 468-2342
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The Behavior Collaborative, Jessica Tokarev
MEd, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Navarre, FL 32566
The Behavior Collaborative offers Continuing Education Units as well as in-home and community-based Applied Behavior Analysis services (ABA). The Behavior Collaborative has a unique goal: to provide clients and families with exceptional care by infusing compassionate, trauma-informed, and assent-based practices into our treatment
The Behavior Collaborative offers Continuing Education Units as well as in-home and community-based Applied Behavior Analysis services (ABA). The Behavior Collaborative has a unique goal: to provide clients and families with exceptional care by infusing compassionate, trauma-informed, and assent-based practices into our treatment
(850) 779-2533 View (850) 779-2533
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How does your Therapist compare?

Number of Therapists in Navarre, FL

50+

Average cost per session

$135

Therapists in Navarre, FL who prioritize treating:

90% Anxiety
83% Depression
78% Trauma and PTSD
78% Self Esteem
69% Coping Skills
68% Relationship Issues
68% Stress

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

82% Aetna
73% Cigna and Evernorth
73% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in Navarre, FL see their clients

85% In Person and Online
15% Online Only

Gender breakdown

85% Female
15% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Navarre?

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.