Therapists in Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA

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Maggie Akstin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
My highest ambition in my work with clients is to help you to discover your own inherent strengths, resources, wisdom, and power, and to help you to cultivate compassion for yourself through mindfulness, radical self acceptance and self compassion. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, grief and loss, life transitions, family of origin issues, relationship challenges, sexual orientation and gender identity questions, vocational and existential concerns. I have training and experience working with LGBTIQ+ folk, as well as clients in non traditional relationships.
My highest ambition in my work with clients is to help you to discover your own inherent strengths, resources, wisdom, and power, and to help you to cultivate compassion for yourself through mindfulness, radical self acceptance and self compassion. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, OCD, grief and loss, life transitions, family of origin issues, relationship challenges, sexual orientation and gender identity questions, vocational and existential concerns. I have training and experience working with LGBTIQ+ folk, as well as clients in non traditional relationships.
(762) 200-1914 View (762) 200-1914
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Ben Lamm
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
I see adults, and teenagers age 16 and up, for individual therapy and couple's therapy. Whether you’re looking to make a change, connect with yourself, deepen your relationships, overcome roadblocks, or find a sense of purpose, now is the time to invest in yourself.
I see adults, and teenagers age 16 and up, for individual therapy and couple's therapy. Whether you’re looking to make a change, connect with yourself, deepen your relationships, overcome roadblocks, or find a sense of purpose, now is the time to invest in yourself.
(404) 390-1962 View (404) 390-1962
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Stephanie Levi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
stephanie believes that all people are of equal worth and dignity. she offers a non-judgemental listening ear to support you in whatever has brought you to therapy today. whether it’s looking to build your own sense of self, manage anxiety, processing trauma, dealing with relational dynamics, parenting, or something else altogether, she invites you to safely face whatever might be bringing you grief or shame.
stephanie believes that all people are of equal worth and dignity. she offers a non-judgemental listening ear to support you in whatever has brought you to therapy today. whether it’s looking to build your own sense of self, manage anxiety, processing trauma, dealing with relational dynamics, parenting, or something else altogether, she invites you to safely face whatever might be bringing you grief or shame.
(404) 882-1354 View (404) 882-1354
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Latechia Hogue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
Oh how I loved everybody else when I finally got to talk about myself. - Dar Williams. This practice provides a space for clients to feel safe enough to take off the mask without judgement. What about the anxious, depressed, angry, shamed and stuck parts of ourselves? They desire to be seen as well. I am here to stand witness with you. I work with women, particularly women of color, and the men who love them. I am proudly LGBTQ allied. I work with individuals and couples. All are welcome.
Oh how I loved everybody else when I finally got to talk about myself. - Dar Williams. This practice provides a space for clients to feel safe enough to take off the mask without judgement. What about the anxious, depressed, angry, shamed and stuck parts of ourselves? They desire to be seen as well. I am here to stand witness with you. I work with women, particularly women of color, and the men who love them. I am proudly LGBTQ allied. I work with individuals and couples. All are welcome.
(404) 609-0792 View (404) 609-0792
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Emily Sarah Katz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
We all have emotional wounds from the past. Left untreated, these experiences can harm us mentally, affect our relationships and make us unhappy. Therapy can help you explore, understand and ultimately heal by addressing the painful memories broken hearts, resentments, worries, and regrets that are often the root cause of the problem. By allowing ourselves to heal and grow, this experiences can also become sources of strengths and wisdom. I offer over a decade of experience as a clinical psychologist, helping people plant the seeds of change.
We all have emotional wounds from the past. Left untreated, these experiences can harm us mentally, affect our relationships and make us unhappy. Therapy can help you explore, understand and ultimately heal by addressing the painful memories broken hearts, resentments, worries, and regrets that are often the root cause of the problem. By allowing ourselves to heal and grow, this experiences can also become sources of strengths and wisdom. I offer over a decade of experience as a clinical psychologist, helping people plant the seeds of change.
(404) 948-4974 View (404) 948-4974
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Thom Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MMC, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
Creating the life and relationships you want is not only possible, it can be fun, exciting, healing, freeing, and soothing. Old patterns, beliefs, hurts, and traumas don't have to hold you back. Heal the past and create a rich, connected, and flexible present. Create a future that honors who you are and who you are becoming as an individual or as a couple or family.
Creating the life and relationships you want is not only possible, it can be fun, exciting, healing, freeing, and soothing. Old patterns, beliefs, hurts, and traumas don't have to hold you back. Heal the past and create a rich, connected, and flexible present. Create a future that honors who you are and who you are becoming as an individual or as a couple or family.
(678) 671-7554 View (678) 671-7554
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Smitty Grider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CADC II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
My practice is centered around helping people reconnect with their inherent goodness. So many of us walk around with a deep sense of unworthiness, a feeling that there's something wrong, finding ourselves in conflict with others, lacking purpose, and disconnected from our true selves. This is uncomfortable, painful even. In response to this discomfort, we develop all sorts of means to cope: drugs and alcohol, work, money, sex, video games, or TV. Or, we try to fix what’s “wrong” through perfectionism, achievement, therapy, or spirituality. We try to avoid or fix our insecurities out of fear, allowing them to grow.
My practice is centered around helping people reconnect with their inherent goodness. So many of us walk around with a deep sense of unworthiness, a feeling that there's something wrong, finding ourselves in conflict with others, lacking purpose, and disconnected from our true selves. This is uncomfortable, painful even. In response to this discomfort, we develop all sorts of means to cope: drugs and alcohol, work, money, sex, video games, or TV. Or, we try to fix what’s “wrong” through perfectionism, achievement, therapy, or spirituality. We try to avoid or fix our insecurities out of fear, allowing them to grow.
(470) 414-5134 View (470) 414-5134
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Meleah Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with a diverse group of patients in a variety of clinical settings, addressing a multitude of mental health disorders. I have worked with populations to include but not limited to , Juvenile Offenders, Substance abusing youth, Adults with developmental disabilities and Adults with severe and persistent Mental Illness in a community setting.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. I have worked with a diverse group of patients in a variety of clinical settings, addressing a multitude of mental health disorders. I have worked with populations to include but not limited to , Juvenile Offenders, Substance abusing youth, Adults with developmental disabilities and Adults with severe and persistent Mental Illness in a community setting.
(404) 948-6798 View (404) 948-6798
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Sarah Browning
Counselor, LAPC, CRC, CIEC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
I specialize in guiding adolescents, young adults, and women through the intricate process of healing their relationship with both their minds and bodies. Central to my approach is the belief that our early childhood experiences shape the “template” through which we experience life and relationships. I blend together client-centered therapy, attachment theory, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, all viewed through a trauma-informed lens. I advocate for a holistic healing journey that addresses the mind, body, and spirit, and find incorporating somatic interventions profoundly healing for the nervous system.
I specialize in guiding adolescents, young adults, and women through the intricate process of healing their relationship with both their minds and bodies. Central to my approach is the belief that our early childhood experiences shape the “template” through which we experience life and relationships. I blend together client-centered therapy, attachment theory, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, all viewed through a trauma-informed lens. I advocate for a holistic healing journey that addresses the mind, body, and spirit, and find incorporating somatic interventions profoundly healing for the nervous system.
(404) 495-5357 View (404) 495-5357
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Ummahtek Consultants
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CADCII, MAC, CAMS, LADC1
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30307
"...Check your road and the nature of your battle. The world you desired can be won. It exists, it is real, it is possible, it is yours." Ayn Rand I endeavor to help you overcome your challenges, embrace and build on your strengths, to find resolution and reveal your true potential. Through finding new insights I can help you find resolution, establish and maintain healthy and meaningful lifestyle changes.
"...Check your road and the nature of your battle. The world you desired can be won. It exists, it is real, it is possible, it is yours." Ayn Rand I endeavor to help you overcome your challenges, embrace and build on your strengths, to find resolution and reveal your true potential. Through finding new insights I can help you find resolution, establish and maintain healthy and meaningful lifestyle changes.
(470) 777-5968 View (470) 777-5968
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Dr. Catherine Reynolds
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317  (Online Only)
Our exclusive stress management psychotherapy practice caters to high-achieving professionals facing the unique pressures of success. We offer personalized, discreet care to help you manage stress, anxiety, and burnout without sacrificing your performance or relationships. With a sophisticated, results-oriented approach, we guide you toward achieving balance, emotional resilience, and lasting well-being. Our practice provides the high-level support you need to excel personally and professionally while maintaining mental clarity and control.
Our exclusive stress management psychotherapy practice caters to high-achieving professionals facing the unique pressures of success. We offer personalized, discreet care to help you manage stress, anxiety, and burnout without sacrificing your performance or relationships. With a sophisticated, results-oriented approach, we guide you toward achieving balance, emotional resilience, and lasting well-being. Our practice provides the high-level support you need to excel personally and professionally while maintaining mental clarity and control.
(470) 458-3964 View (470) 458-3964
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Giovanna Akins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPH, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30307
Life happens in unexpected ways. Whether adjusting to a sudden life change or a known life transition, you may be feeling emotionally overwhelmed and exhausted. The time period of transitioning to adulthood is stressful enough and dealing with anxiety, hopeless feelings, or just uncertainty on how to move forward can make it unbearable. Many adults have found help by reaching out and working with a therapist. There is an opportunity to learn and grow from your experience. Maya Angelou says, “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”
Life happens in unexpected ways. Whether adjusting to a sudden life change or a known life transition, you may be feeling emotionally overwhelmed and exhausted. The time period of transitioning to adulthood is stressful enough and dealing with anxiety, hopeless feelings, or just uncertainty on how to move forward can make it unbearable. Many adults have found help by reaching out and working with a therapist. There is an opportunity to learn and grow from your experience. Maya Angelou says, “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”
(404) 383-6682 View (404) 383-6682
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Kiana Gandy
Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317  (Online Only)
Have you been feeling stuck? Self care lacking? Are childhood patterns leading to unhelpful choices in adulthood? Clients who choose to work with me typically answer yes to all three. These clients often struggle with managing stress and achieving a healthy work-life balance, compounded by the unique pressures of cultural and racial stressors. Their goals include establishing regular self-care practices, breaking free from repetitive behaviors, and addressing unresolved childhood traumas. By understanding patterns and increasing awareness, they aim to improve their mental, emotional and psychological well-being.
Have you been feeling stuck? Self care lacking? Are childhood patterns leading to unhelpful choices in adulthood? Clients who choose to work with me typically answer yes to all three. These clients often struggle with managing stress and achieving a healthy work-life balance, compounded by the unique pressures of cultural and racial stressors. Their goals include establishing regular self-care practices, breaking free from repetitive behaviors, and addressing unresolved childhood traumas. By understanding patterns and increasing awareness, they aim to improve their mental, emotional and psychological well-being.
(678) 990-7561 View (678) 990-7561
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Felecia Ann Burton
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, EdS, CAAC, GACADCT
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30307
Having issues with an addiction, if your court mandated for mental health, anger managment, theft management or domistic violence then you'll need a certificate to show your probation or parole. I provide services for individual's seeking legal compliance and want to get out of trouble with the law. You will learn healthy ways to deal with anger and theft as well as its triggers. You will learn to identify urges and cravings and when you're becoming angry, understanding why, and finding constructive ways to express yourself instead of acting out.
Having issues with an addiction, if your court mandated for mental health, anger managment, theft management or domistic violence then you'll need a certificate to show your probation or parole. I provide services for individual's seeking legal compliance and want to get out of trouble with the law. You will learn healthy ways to deal with anger and theft as well as its triggers. You will learn to identify urges and cravings and when you're becoming angry, understanding why, and finding constructive ways to express yourself instead of acting out.
(470) 468-2300 View (470) 468-2300
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Laraine Fraijo-Paul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317
Bloom, where you are planted. This has always been a mantra in my life. It’s very easy to look over in someone else’s yard and admire their luscious green grass; especially when you consider the weeds under your feet. Regardless of the sector, there is a strong pull to achieving more and being greater. That can lend to never feeling good enough.
Bloom, where you are planted. This has always been a mantra in my life. It’s very easy to look over in someone else’s yard and admire their luscious green grass; especially when you consider the weeds under your feet. Regardless of the sector, there is a strong pull to achieving more and being greater. That can lend to never feeling good enough.
(762) 213-2661 View (762) 213-2661
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Isita Patel
Counselor, MS, APC, CTP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317  (Online Only)
Asking for help can be really hard! Talking to a stranger can be uncomfortable. So, I strive to make this process a little bit easier by creating a safe and comfortable space that puts you at ease. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Struggling with self-esteem? Whatever it is that you are going through, my goal is to empower you! I believe that everyone has what they need within them. My goal is to help you bring that out. I work with you to take your expertise in your life and combine it with my clinical knowledge and skills to tailor techniques and strategies to you and your goals.
Asking for help can be really hard! Talking to a stranger can be uncomfortable. So, I strive to make this process a little bit easier by creating a safe and comfortable space that puts you at ease. Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Depressed? Anxious? Struggling with self-esteem? Whatever it is that you are going through, my goal is to empower you! I believe that everyone has what they need within them. My goal is to help you bring that out. I work with you to take your expertise in your life and combine it with my clinical knowledge and skills to tailor techniques and strategies to you and your goals.
(678) 730-5669 x3 View (678) 730-5669 x3
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Lauren (Dassy) Maisel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CYT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30307  (Online Only)
Are you a woman or couple struggling with sexual concerns or communication issues? Your friends and colleagues think you're the perfect couple. But inside you're filled with frustration and confusion. You'd think with the level of love and respect in your relationship that the sex part would work itself out, but not so much. What's happening between the sheets just isn't working, but you can't understand what's going wrong or how to begin fixing it. You need help, but you aren't sure if anyone would understand. Imagine finding a supportive space to explore your situation with someone who won't judge you. At all.
Are you a woman or couple struggling with sexual concerns or communication issues? Your friends and colleagues think you're the perfect couple. But inside you're filled with frustration and confusion. You'd think with the level of love and respect in your relationship that the sex part would work itself out, but not so much. What's happening between the sheets just isn't working, but you can't understand what's going wrong or how to begin fixing it. You need help, but you aren't sure if anyone would understand. Imagine finding a supportive space to explore your situation with someone who won't judge you. At all.
(404) 996-1051 View (404) 996-1051
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Katie Detscher
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317  (Online Only)
Welcome to my page! My work is founded on our relationship and creating a space of authenticity and comfort. I cherish being let in to someone’s world and I focus on how I can understand your particular context no matter how different we are. I am very warm, personable, engaged and direct without being directive. I will meet you wherever you are and I am flexible in my approach. I help people with relationship concerns, life transitions, experiencing new, uncomfortable symptoms/diagnoses, or sorting through years of accumulated, old stressors. I can help to deepen your understanding and acceptance of yourself and your relationships.
Welcome to my page! My work is founded on our relationship and creating a space of authenticity and comfort. I cherish being let in to someone’s world and I focus on how I can understand your particular context no matter how different we are. I am very warm, personable, engaged and direct without being directive. I will meet you wherever you are and I am flexible in my approach. I help people with relationship concerns, life transitions, experiencing new, uncomfortable symptoms/diagnoses, or sorting through years of accumulated, old stressors. I can help to deepen your understanding and acceptance of yourself and your relationships.
(404) 480-8901 View (404) 480-8901
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Kathryn Caracappa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am an LPC and received my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Georgia State University. I believe the healthcare field is moving to an individualized approach and I conceptualize my counseling with a similar focus. I have gained extensive experience in a variety of different modalities- including inpatient units, ERs, school settings, community counseling, and private practice. I counsel adults dealing with various issues including trauma, grief, stress, depression, and behavioral issues. Send me an email or phone call, I'm eager to meet you and begin our journey! EMAIL RECOMMENDED
Welcome! I am an LPC and received my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Georgia State University. I believe the healthcare field is moving to an individualized approach and I conceptualize my counseling with a similar focus. I have gained extensive experience in a variety of different modalities- including inpatient units, ERs, school settings, community counseling, and private practice. I counsel adults dealing with various issues including trauma, grief, stress, depression, and behavioral issues. Send me an email or phone call, I'm eager to meet you and begin our journey! EMAIL RECOMMENDED
(404) 418-4235 View (404) 418-4235
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Adrian Gaither
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA 30317  (Online Only)
Adrian Gaither, a licensed professional counselor in GA, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused work, Mindfulness, and Gottman Method Level II. Specialized in managing depression, anxiety, and trauma reactive symptoms. Skilled in helping couples with conflict management and resolving communication issues. Main approach will be teaching skills and promoting lifestyle habits shown to reduce depressive, anxiety, and trauma symptoms. With couples, both partners are given tools to have important conversations differently to promote validation, intimacy, and calmness in the relationship.
Adrian Gaither, a licensed professional counselor in GA, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused work, Mindfulness, and Gottman Method Level II. Specialized in managing depression, anxiety, and trauma reactive symptoms. Skilled in helping couples with conflict management and resolving communication issues. Main approach will be teaching skills and promoting lifestyle habits shown to reduce depressive, anxiety, and trauma symptoms. With couples, both partners are given tools to have important conversations differently to promote validation, intimacy, and calmness in the relationship.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Number of Therapists in Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA

80+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
91% Depression
78% Coping Skills
71% Relationship Issues
70% Self Esteem
64% Grief
62% Stress

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

95% Aetna
84% Cigna and Evernorth
84% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta, GA see their clients

55% Online Only
45% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

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

How can I find a therapist in Edgewood-Kirkwood, Atlanta?

Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.

Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?

Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.

Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.