Therapists in Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA

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Kristine Santiago
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi, I'm Kristine, a counseling Intern under the supervision of Dionne Reid-Hayles (CSW005560). I am here to create a therapeutic experience where you can be truly seen and work through complex issues. Having sought help for my own struggles with depression, grief, and challenging life transitions, I understand the importance of feeling safe and secure with your therapist. In our counseling sessions, I take a collaborative and holistic approach that values your overall wellness. Together, we will work towards achieving your goals and addressing the challenges you face.
Hi, I'm Kristine, a counseling Intern under the supervision of Dionne Reid-Hayles (CSW005560). I am here to create a therapeutic experience where you can be truly seen and work through complex issues. Having sought help for my own struggles with depression, grief, and challenging life transitions, I understand the importance of feeling safe and secure with your therapist. In our counseling sessions, I take a collaborative and holistic approach that values your overall wellness. Together, we will work towards achieving your goals and addressing the challenges you face.
(470) 594-3791 View (470) 594-3791
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Elizabeth Carter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30303
Not accepting new clients
The purpose of my practice is to provide a trustworthy, non-judgmental space for exploration and reflection while learning and applying new coping skills into your life. I meet each client where they are in their life and provide guidance and support during the hardest times. I work with a broad range of clients: from children, adolescents, adults, and group work. My specialties include areas of anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and depression.
The purpose of my practice is to provide a trustworthy, non-judgmental space for exploration and reflection while learning and applying new coping skills into your life. I meet each client where they are in their life and provide guidance and support during the hardest times. I work with a broad range of clients: from children, adolescents, adults, and group work. My specialties include areas of anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, and depression.
(678) 263-7794 View (678) 263-7794
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Christy L Rood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am currently accepting new clients. Are you feeling held back by past trauma and struggling to live the life you want? As a trauma-informed therapist, I can help you address and alleviate your trauma symptoms. I work with individuals and families. Do you experience nightmares or flashbacks? Are you having trouble sleeping? Sometimes, individuals dealing with trauma may feel emotionally numb. I can work with you to develop and strengthen your coping skills. My approach is empathetic and non-judgmental, and I will provide the support you need to address the traumas in your life.
I am currently accepting new clients. Are you feeling held back by past trauma and struggling to live the life you want? As a trauma-informed therapist, I can help you address and alleviate your trauma symptoms. I work with individuals and families. Do you experience nightmares or flashbacks? Are you having trouble sleeping? Sometimes, individuals dealing with trauma may feel emotionally numb. I can work with you to develop and strengthen your coping skills. My approach is empathetic and non-judgmental, and I will provide the support you need to address the traumas in your life.
(470) 660-5187 View (470) 660-5187
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Divine Transition Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30305
Tiffany is a licensed professional counselor who has received training in various disorders. Her primary focus is to work with adolescents and young adults transitioning into adulthood to help them navigate their purpose and destiny through their stories. She also works with women who are going through life's transitions. Tiffany believes that the family system plays a significant role in the healthy function of success. When working with clients, she likes to incorporate solution-focused and person-centered practices. During the session, Tiffany's main priority is to ensure that all clients feel seen and heard.
Tiffany is a licensed professional counselor who has received training in various disorders. Her primary focus is to work with adolescents and young adults transitioning into adulthood to help them navigate their purpose and destiny through their stories. She also works with women who are going through life's transitions. Tiffany believes that the family system plays a significant role in the healthy function of success. When working with clients, she likes to incorporate solution-focused and person-centered practices. During the session, Tiffany's main priority is to ensure that all clients feel seen and heard.
(908) 529-8289 View (908) 529-8289
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Giovanna Burgess Geathers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPC/S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30303
Offering Teletherapy/Online Counseling. Are you your own worst enemy and just can’t seem to get out of your own way? Do you feel hopeless and stuck in life or in a relationship? Do you struggle with perfectionism and never feel good enough? Are you anxious, depressed, sad or angry? Are you still trapped in the past? Do you struggle with Daddy/Mommy issues? Are you seeing the same patterns in your life from year to year no matter how hard you try to change them? If any of these describe you, then I would love to work with you. Warning: You may end up getting the results you have been wanting!
Offering Teletherapy/Online Counseling. Are you your own worst enemy and just can’t seem to get out of your own way? Do you feel hopeless and stuck in life or in a relationship? Do you struggle with perfectionism and never feel good enough? Are you anxious, depressed, sad or angry? Are you still trapped in the past? Do you struggle with Daddy/Mommy issues? Are you seeing the same patterns in your life from year to year no matter how hard you try to change them? If any of these describe you, then I would love to work with you. Warning: You may end up getting the results you have been wanting!
(864) 619-1559 View (864) 619-1559
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Push Thru Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, CPCS, PMH-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you struggling with past traumas that impact your relationships or daily life? Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work, family, and your own personal needs? Recovering from a breakup and finding it hard to move forward? At Push Thru Therapy, we understand that everyone’s journey is unique. Our dedicated group practice is committed to supporting individuals through various life challenges, no matter how big or small. We provide a safe and welcoming space where all clients, including women, mothers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, can explore and address their concerns.
Are you struggling with past traumas that impact your relationships or daily life? Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of work, family, and your own personal needs? Recovering from a breakup and finding it hard to move forward? At Push Thru Therapy, we understand that everyone’s journey is unique. Our dedicated group practice is committed to supporting individuals through various life challenges, no matter how big or small. We provide a safe and welcoming space where all clients, including women, mothers, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, can explore and address their concerns.
(678) 374-3818 View (678) 374-3818
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Katie Baba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you struggling with anxiety, sadness, or lack of motivation? Feeling stagnant or stuck, not sure where you’re headed or what you want? Often you can continue to manage these difficulties and make it through day to day, but they hold you back from living your best life. Now, imagine yourself feeling satisfied, inspired, purposeful, and confident! It can be life-changing to partner with a therapist who can give you support and new tools to guide you towards your best life. If you are motivated to see changes in your life and your emotions, but aren’t sure how, I would love to talk and see if we’re a good fit to work together.
Are you struggling with anxiety, sadness, or lack of motivation? Feeling stagnant or stuck, not sure where you’re headed or what you want? Often you can continue to manage these difficulties and make it through day to day, but they hold you back from living your best life. Now, imagine yourself feeling satisfied, inspired, purposeful, and confident! It can be life-changing to partner with a therapist who can give you support and new tools to guide you towards your best life. If you are motivated to see changes in your life and your emotions, but aren’t sure how, I would love to talk and see if we’re a good fit to work together.
(912) 875-2972 View (912) 875-2972
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Jon Diggs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Please click the "website" button to schedule an appointment. I am currently accepting new clients. As a psychotherapist and clinical consultant, he works to help individuals, families and businesses find their main·spring: something that plays a principal part in motivating or maintaining a movement, process, or change. He believes the change process is best understood when we decide to be kind to ourselves.
Please click the "website" button to schedule an appointment. I am currently accepting new clients. As a psychotherapist and clinical consultant, he works to help individuals, families and businesses find their main·spring: something that plays a principal part in motivating or maintaining a movement, process, or change. He believes the change process is best understood when we decide to be kind to ourselves.
(678) 672-6349 View (678) 672-6349
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Clarence W Massie Jr
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MS, ICADC, MAC, CADC-II
Not Verified Not Verified
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30312
Finding someone who makes you feel understood is often challenging even in a therapeutic setting. I work collaboratively with clients, and emphasize an empathic client-therapist relationship. I have a very simple approach to therapy which is to understand your dreams, together set goals with you to achieve those dreams, and to teach you coping skills to manage the difficult challenges you are facing.
Finding someone who makes you feel understood is often challenging even in a therapeutic setting. I work collaboratively with clients, and emphasize an empathic client-therapist relationship. I have a very simple approach to therapy which is to understand your dreams, together set goals with you to achieve those dreams, and to teach you coping skills to manage the difficult challenges you are facing.
(404) 586-4133 View (404) 586-4133
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Wanda D. Dennis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30312
Dr. Dennis is a Clinical Psychologist licensed in Georgia and Michigan with over 20 years of experience. She is trained to assess and treat adults and children. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. She is fairly eclectic in her approach to treatment. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. She employs aspects of behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, play, client-centered and psychodynamic therapy.
Dr. Dennis is a Clinical Psychologist licensed in Georgia and Michigan with over 20 years of experience. She is trained to assess and treat adults and children. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. She is fairly eclectic in her approach to treatment. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. She employs aspects of behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, play, client-centered and psychodynamic therapy.
(947) 222-5182 View (947) 222-5182
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Dr. LaToya K. Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EdD, LCSW, TF-CBT
Verified Verified
Online Only
Dr. Williams endeavors to empower and equip individuals to be the best they can be for themselves, their children, their families, and the world. This is achieved through counseling, therapy, empowerment groups, leadership coaching, and life coaching. Dr. Williams specifically deals with issues regarding Marriage and Relationships, Spiritual Challenges, Emotional Disorders, Loss and Grief, Anxiety, and Depression, just to name a few. She also provides Premarital Counseling and Organizational Wellness Support.
Dr. Williams endeavors to empower and equip individuals to be the best they can be for themselves, their children, their families, and the world. This is achieved through counseling, therapy, empowerment groups, leadership coaching, and life coaching. Dr. Williams specifically deals with issues regarding Marriage and Relationships, Spiritual Challenges, Emotional Disorders, Loss and Grief, Anxiety, and Depression, just to name a few. She also provides Premarital Counseling and Organizational Wellness Support.
(678) 515-5966 View (678) 515-5966
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Positive Perserverance Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Learn how to take control of your life and determine how to seek growth personally and professionally. Life has a way of putting you through challenges to test your endurance. Whether it be anger, depression, grief, or lack of motivation, at Positive Perseverance, we will assist you with developing the appropriate skills to manage life's hardships in order to live productive lives.
Learn how to take control of your life and determine how to seek growth personally and professionally. Life has a way of putting you through challenges to test your endurance. Whether it be anger, depression, grief, or lack of motivation, at Positive Perseverance, we will assist you with developing the appropriate skills to manage life's hardships in order to live productive lives.
(404) 947-8951 View (404) 947-8951
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Chanel Dokun | Life Coach & Relationship Expert
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30312
Ready to build a powerful relationship that lasts? Do you feel stuck and in need of life direction? I'm here to help you get total clarity and tools as we collaborate on building your life plan. As the author of Life Starts Now: How to Create the Life You've Been Waiting For, I specialize in helping people design a light that brings deep satisfaction. Whether it's through individual life coaching or my marriage prep program, you'll unlock your genius, focus your passions, and identify strategic action steps to move you toward the life you want. I will guide you into your version of the good life.
Ready to build a powerful relationship that lasts? Do you feel stuck and in need of life direction? I'm here to help you get total clarity and tools as we collaborate on building your life plan. As the author of Life Starts Now: How to Create the Life You've Been Waiting For, I specialize in helping people design a light that brings deep satisfaction. Whether it's through individual life coaching or my marriage prep program, you'll unlock your genius, focus your passions, and identify strategic action steps to move you toward the life you want. I will guide you into your version of the good life.
(845) 262-4389 View (845) 262-4389
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Elizabeth Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFA, LPC
Verified Verified
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30312
I see adults for psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. The concerns and desires of my clients are the heart of my practice. I provide a space for each individual to speak freely and confidentially, and I listen in a way that allows the course of treatment to be oriented to each individual. I work with all ages beginning with children at age 4. I specialize in working with Complex Trauma, PTSD, anxiety and panic disorders, mood disorders (includes depression), and issues with identity and sexuality.
I see adults for psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. The concerns and desires of my clients are the heart of my practice. I provide a space for each individual to speak freely and confidentially, and I listen in a way that allows the course of treatment to be oriented to each individual. I work with all ages beginning with children at age 4. I specialize in working with Complex Trauma, PTSD, anxiety and panic disorders, mood disorders (includes depression), and issues with identity and sexuality.
(404) 982-4015 View (404) 982-4015
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Carla McManus Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Life can be challenging, and sometimes you need clarity to recharge. I work with individuals and families to provide tools that create a compassionate, open environment. Through therapy and life coaching, I help clients address anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, educational goals, and self-image. Using emotional regulation, coping skills, and thought-stopping techniques, I empower you to advocate for yourself and communicate your needs. I am passionate about helping you create lasting change. "The best version of yourself is already within you – it's time to let it shine."
Life can be challenging, and sometimes you need clarity to recharge. I work with individuals and families to provide tools that create a compassionate, open environment. Through therapy and life coaching, I help clients address anxiety, self-esteem, anger management, educational goals, and self-image. Using emotional regulation, coping skills, and thought-stopping techniques, I empower you to advocate for yourself and communicate your needs. I am passionate about helping you create lasting change. "The best version of yourself is already within you – it's time to let it shine."
(404) 848-1922 View (404) 848-1922
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Suzanne E. Goodwin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
You are trying to escape the control of a fundamentalist faith community/lifestyle, that holds great personal meaning to you; but you’re conflicted about leaving the dogmatic, authoritarian belief system in which you find yourself. You want to make sense of the damage that has been done by indoctrination. Or perhaps you experienced chronic abuse in a harmful religion and are trying to sever your connection to the faith, but you have no idea how to go about it? Have you experienced confusion, inability to think critically and have negative beliefs about yourself? You may be experiencing Religious Trauma Syndrome.
You are trying to escape the control of a fundamentalist faith community/lifestyle, that holds great personal meaning to you; but you’re conflicted about leaving the dogmatic, authoritarian belief system in which you find yourself. You want to make sense of the damage that has been done by indoctrination. Or perhaps you experienced chronic abuse in a harmful religion and are trying to sever your connection to the faith, but you have no idea how to go about it? Have you experienced confusion, inability to think critically and have negative beliefs about yourself? You may be experiencing Religious Trauma Syndrome.
(404) 620-2967 View (404) 620-2967
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Sala Imara Hilaire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, CAMS
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Master Addiction Counselor; and Certified Anger Management Specialist. I offer counseling services to adults, couples, teens and families. My practice philosophy is to treat the "whole person," addressing each client's physical, emotional, social, spiritual and cultural needs. I do this by creating and promoting conditions conducive to personal growth and development.I provide solution-focused treatment using Mindfulness interventions that aim to help individuals, couples and families attain optimal functioning at home, school, work and in society.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Master Addiction Counselor; and Certified Anger Management Specialist. I offer counseling services to adults, couples, teens and families. My practice philosophy is to treat the "whole person," addressing each client's physical, emotional, social, spiritual and cultural needs. I do this by creating and promoting conditions conducive to personal growth and development.I provide solution-focused treatment using Mindfulness interventions that aim to help individuals, couples and families attain optimal functioning at home, school, work and in society.
(404) 620-2902 View (404) 620-2902
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Yold Dominique Oscar
MAST, Certi
Verified Verified
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30312
I am a certified life coach consultant whose passion and service is to help others improve their lives and reach their goals. I specialize in assisting youth in their self-discovery. I assist them in creating a blueprint on how to fit, understand, and be part of society. Youth experience traumatic emotions and can be deeply troubled and misguided. Parents become confuse and inpatient about their teens behaviors and decision making. My coaching techniques aim to help youths be positive, organize and responsible, grow confidence, become people-person, improve their lifestyle, and follow their dreams.
I am a certified life coach consultant whose passion and service is to help others improve their lives and reach their goals. I specialize in assisting youth in their self-discovery. I assist them in creating a blueprint on how to fit, understand, and be part of society. Youth experience traumatic emotions and can be deeply troubled and misguided. Parents become confuse and inpatient about their teens behaviors and decision making. My coaching techniques aim to help youths be positive, organize and responsible, grow confidence, become people-person, improve their lifestyle, and follow their dreams.
(770) 741-2483 View (770) 741-2483
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Jared Smiley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30312
Clients come with stress, confusion, challenge, frustration, and pain. Also, courage, wisdom, intent, and innate capability. Whether unfamiliar or well-known, new or longstanding, these experiences often signal growth. In psychotherapy, activating this growth involves vulnerability, learning and healing. With a humanistic and experiential approach, I offer nurturing, pluralistic psychotherapy to adults. Personality, relationship, mood, mind-body are special areas of experience and interest. Joining my clients wherever they are in life, offering a warm guiding light, is a privilege.
Clients come with stress, confusion, challenge, frustration, and pain. Also, courage, wisdom, intent, and innate capability. Whether unfamiliar or well-known, new or longstanding, these experiences often signal growth. In psychotherapy, activating this growth involves vulnerability, learning and healing. With a humanistic and experiential approach, I offer nurturing, pluralistic psychotherapy to adults. Personality, relationship, mood, mind-body are special areas of experience and interest. Joining my clients wherever they are in life, offering a warm guiding light, is a privilege.
(404) 994-5260 View (404) 994-5260
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Baraka Elihu
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA 30312
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Updates under construction- thank you for your patience.
(347) 801-7506 View (347) 801-7506
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Number of Therapists in Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA

100+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA who prioritize treating:

90% Anxiety
88% Depression
78% Coping Skills
72% Self Esteem
70% Stress
63% Grief
61% Relationship Issues

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

98% Aetna
94% Cigna and Evernorth
90% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA see their clients

81% Online Only
19% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

86% Female
13% Male
1% Non-Binary
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How can I find a therapist in Sweet Auburn, 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.