Therapists in Chicago, IL

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Jade Albin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Life brings unavoidable pain, discomfort and stress. We have all experienced difficult thoughts and emotions. I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate this, helping them to connect with their values and remain present in their lives so that they may live a meaningful and flourishing life.
Life brings unavoidable pain, discomfort and stress. We have all experienced difficult thoughts and emotions. I am passionate about supporting clients as they navigate this, helping them to connect with their values and remain present in their lives so that they may live a meaningful and flourishing life.
(312) 728-8798 View (312) 728-8798
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Michelle Terese Mannino Purkey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Clients I work with will present with a wide array of challenges, some of which include anxiety, depression, relational issues, and life transitions. While each client is unique, all clients are looking for change in some capacity. My job is to help my client(s) identify what is not working for them and instead explore what life looks like in absence of the problem(s).
Clients I work with will present with a wide array of challenges, some of which include anxiety, depression, relational issues, and life transitions. While each client is unique, all clients are looking for change in some capacity. My job is to help my client(s) identify what is not working for them and instead explore what life looks like in absence of the problem(s).
(312) 725-3093 View (312) 725-3093
Photo of Anna Siewers, MEd, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Anna Siewers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60637
Waitlist for new clients
Do life’s challenges feel all-consuming? Or maybe how you've been coping just isn’t working anymore? I get it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and transition can feel overwhelming or impossible to navigate. I approach the therapeutic relationship as a fellow human, showing up with warmth, affirmation, and support. I fully believe that YOU are the expert in your own life, and I aim to uplift and celebrate your unique strengths while accounting for the identities and systems that impact your world. We will work in collaboration to establish openness and safety as you build towards greater healing.
Do life’s challenges feel all-consuming? Or maybe how you've been coping just isn’t working anymore? I get it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and transition can feel overwhelming or impossible to navigate. I approach the therapeutic relationship as a fellow human, showing up with warmth, affirmation, and support. I fully believe that YOU are the expert in your own life, and I aim to uplift and celebrate your unique strengths while accounting for the identities and systems that impact your world. We will work in collaboration to establish openness and safety as you build towards greater healing.
(872) 204-0399 x236 View (872) 204-0399 x236
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Teresa Yu
Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Online Only
Are you experiencing feelings burdening your daily living, are you feeling exhausted with anxiousness, are you occupied by unhelpful thoughts, or do you need a space to feel heard? I am here to honor your courage, your stories, and your willingness to change. I work from a person-centered, cultural relational framework that promotes safety and collaboration. I utilize art therapy and/or Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) in addition to talk therapy. Trust and connection are essential foundations to the therapeutic process, my goal is to facilitate an open space where progress, set backs, and feedbacks are valued and acknowledged.
Are you experiencing feelings burdening your daily living, are you feeling exhausted with anxiousness, are you occupied by unhelpful thoughts, or do you need a space to feel heard? I am here to honor your courage, your stories, and your willingness to change. I work from a person-centered, cultural relational framework that promotes safety and collaboration. I utilize art therapy and/or Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) in addition to talk therapy. Trust and connection are essential foundations to the therapeutic process, my goal is to facilitate an open space where progress, set backs, and feedbacks are valued and acknowledged.
(773) 825-8558 View (773) 825-8558
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Dr. Andrew McKenzie
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60640
For so many of us, things feel heavier or harder to make sense of lately. There’s a lot going on, and it’s a lot to carry. Maybe you're feeling down, or more stressed than usual, or maybe you’re feeling disconnected from friends and loved ones who are usually your anchors. You might be struggling with a life transition or a difficult decision. Maybe you’re coping with the overwhelm by “numbing out” and have lost touch with some of the things that used to bring you joy. You might have noticed some distressing patterns in your life and you’re ready to take control and learn the tools and skills you need to make healthy changes.
For so many of us, things feel heavier or harder to make sense of lately. There’s a lot going on, and it’s a lot to carry. Maybe you're feeling down, or more stressed than usual, or maybe you’re feeling disconnected from friends and loved ones who are usually your anchors. You might be struggling with a life transition or a difficult decision. Maybe you’re coping with the overwhelm by “numbing out” and have lost touch with some of the things that used to bring you joy. You might have noticed some distressing patterns in your life and you’re ready to take control and learn the tools and skills you need to make healthy changes.
(773) 900-7016 View (773) 900-7016
Photo of Akelah Moore, MA, MS, LCPC, Counselor
Akelah Moore
Counselor, MA, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Offering a client-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of patients in the areas of anxiety, depression and trauma. Offering Individual, group, and couples sessions, members of the BIPOC and Queer communities. Specializing in sport-focused performance interventions and life transition. As a therapist and mental health professional, I am dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming space for clients as I work with treating issues related to trauma, sports performance anxiety, crisis care, and family dysfunction that encompasses healing in the mind, body, and spirit.
Offering a client-focused practice style that emphasizes the well-being and autonomy of patients in the areas of anxiety, depression and trauma. Offering Individual, group, and couples sessions, members of the BIPOC and Queer communities. Specializing in sport-focused performance interventions and life transition. As a therapist and mental health professional, I am dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming space for clients as I work with treating issues related to trauma, sports performance anxiety, crisis care, and family dysfunction that encompasses healing in the mind, body, and spirit.
(312) 313-6435 View (312) 313-6435
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Shelby Duran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647
Shelby Duran is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago's Social Service Administration Program. Shelby's treatment philosophy is eclectic and holistic. She believes that not one single approach works for every person and practices from a psychodynamic lens, acknowledging that our history directly impacts our present and future. Shelby also believes in the importance of our mind-body connection and the way that mental health impacts our physical health.
Shelby Duran is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2021. She has a Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Chicago's Social Service Administration Program. Shelby's treatment philosophy is eclectic and holistic. She believes that not one single approach works for every person and practices from a psychodynamic lens, acknowledging that our history directly impacts our present and future. Shelby also believes in the importance of our mind-body connection and the way that mental health impacts our physical health.
(708) 300-0935 View (708) 300-0935
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Illinois Autism Center
BCBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60614
At Illinois Autism Center, we commit ourselves daily to the goal of making a positive and enduring impact on the well-being and lives of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Centrally located in the downtown core of Chicago’s greater metropolitan area, we pride ourselves on being a leading service provider for ASD kids across the behavioral spectrum. Our therapies are based on Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), which is scientifically proven and recognized as the most effective treatment for kids with ASD today. Illinois Autism Center 1660 N La Salle Dr. Unit C007 Chicago, IL 60614 312-248-1801
At Illinois Autism Center, we commit ourselves daily to the goal of making a positive and enduring impact on the well-being and lives of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Centrally located in the downtown core of Chicago’s greater metropolitan area, we pride ourselves on being a leading service provider for ASD kids across the behavioral spectrum. Our therapies are based on Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), which is scientifically proven and recognized as the most effective treatment for kids with ASD today. Illinois Autism Center 1660 N La Salle Dr. Unit C007 Chicago, IL 60614 312-248-1801
(312) 248-1801 View (312) 248-1801
Photo of Bianca Hernandez - Insight Out Therapy & Wellness, LLC, LCPC, NBCC, Counselor
Insight Out Therapy & Wellness, LLC
Counselor, LCPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60605
Welcome to Insight Out Therapy & Wellness, LLC! A Chicago-based mental health practice founded in 2023 by Illinois-native, Bianca Hernandez, LCPC, we strive to foster a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Through evidence-based therapeutic approaches, we provide our clients with compassionate, expert care as we navigate their wellness journey and transform the insight gained into long-term wellness practices. Connect with a licensed mental health therapist and find the support you need on your wellness journey—schedule your consultation today!
Welcome to Insight Out Therapy & Wellness, LLC! A Chicago-based mental health practice founded in 2023 by Illinois-native, Bianca Hernandez, LCPC, we strive to foster a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Through evidence-based therapeutic approaches, we provide our clients with compassionate, expert care as we navigate their wellness journey and transform the insight gained into long-term wellness practices. Connect with a licensed mental health therapist and find the support you need on your wellness journey—schedule your consultation today!
(217) 292-6432 View (217) 292-6432
Photo of Eileen Hanson, MSW, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Eileen Hanson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60618
My aim is to help people transform their hardships into a journey of self-discovery and healing to ultimately reclaim their own deep knowing, purpose, and self love. I integrate relational therapy and somatic, body centered, energetic healing techniques like tapping and breath-work within an anti-oppressive framework to gently guide people back to themselves. I uphold a LGBTQI affirming practice and I respect and embrace neurological and behavioral difference that makes us so uniquely ourselves.
My aim is to help people transform their hardships into a journey of self-discovery and healing to ultimately reclaim their own deep knowing, purpose, and self love. I integrate relational therapy and somatic, body centered, energetic healing techniques like tapping and breath-work within an anti-oppressive framework to gently guide people back to themselves. I uphold a LGBTQI affirming practice and I respect and embrace neurological and behavioral difference that makes us so uniquely ourselves.
(773) 692-6804 View (773) 692-6804
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Dr. Kelsey Schroeder
PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy with me is rooted in the belief that healing happens in relationship—with ourselves, with others, and within our communities. I provide a warm and affirming space where you can bring your full self—your struggles, your stories, and your strengths. Together, we’ll work to untangle personal difficulties and relational struggles, while nurturing the kind of growth that feels authentic and empowering. I care about supporting clients experiencing a variety of symptoms, including relationship difficulties, shame, anxiety/depression, women's issues, religious trauma, life transitions, and political anxiety.
Therapy with me is rooted in the belief that healing happens in relationship—with ourselves, with others, and within our communities. I provide a warm and affirming space where you can bring your full self—your struggles, your stories, and your strengths. Together, we’ll work to untangle personal difficulties and relational struggles, while nurturing the kind of growth that feels authentic and empowering. I care about supporting clients experiencing a variety of symptoms, including relationship difficulties, shame, anxiety/depression, women's issues, religious trauma, life transitions, and political anxiety.
(414) 436-7244 View (414) 436-7244
Photo of Ninfa A. Martinez, PhD, LMFT, LCPC, Marriage & Family Therapist
Ninfa A. Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60613
To get an appointment, please click on the link to my web page. I have over thirty years of experience working with Latinx clients, immigrant families, and multiracial couples. If you have experienced sexual abuse, or are a victim/witness of a crime, suffer from depression, or anxiety, I can help you. If you have relational issues between partners, couples, parents and adult children, or siblings, give yourself the opportunity to improve your relationships. I also work with young adults who are becoming independent. I supervise MFT and Counseling students and clinicians.
To get an appointment, please click on the link to my web page. I have over thirty years of experience working with Latinx clients, immigrant families, and multiracial couples. If you have experienced sexual abuse, or are a victim/witness of a crime, suffer from depression, or anxiety, I can help you. If you have relational issues between partners, couples, parents and adult children, or siblings, give yourself the opportunity to improve your relationships. I also work with young adults who are becoming independent. I supervise MFT and Counseling students and clinicians.
(773) 717-2970 View (773) 717-2970
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Juliette Grantham
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60618
Waitlist for new clients
Through the therapeutic process, my intention is to assist you on a journey toward deeper self-understanding—helping you to draw out, build upon, and integrate insight into obstacles to greater wellbeing. I will listen and engage with curiosity, sensitivity, and a genuine desire to understand your complex inner world and unique lived experience. In this way, we will take on the collaborative work of discovering, unraveling, and understanding the sources of your suffering. As part of this process, we will explore your personal history and its impact on you, paying particular attention to underlying narratives, themes, or patterns.
Through the therapeutic process, my intention is to assist you on a journey toward deeper self-understanding—helping you to draw out, build upon, and integrate insight into obstacles to greater wellbeing. I will listen and engage with curiosity, sensitivity, and a genuine desire to understand your complex inner world and unique lived experience. In this way, we will take on the collaborative work of discovering, unraveling, and understanding the sources of your suffering. As part of this process, we will explore your personal history and its impact on you, paying particular attention to underlying narratives, themes, or patterns.
(217) 829-2521 View (217) 829-2521
Photo of Virginia Hogue-Denis, LCPC
Virginia Hogue-Denis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60614
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed is a common experience, but you don’t have to face it alone. It takes great courage to open up and share your journey, and I’m honored to be here to listen and support you. Our past experiences and upbringing shape us, but they don’t define our future. Together, we can explore new paths, make meaningful changes, and work towards a more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking support in-person or virtually, I’m here to partner with you in achieving your goals and finding the relief and growth you deserve.
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed is a common experience, but you don’t have to face it alone. It takes great courage to open up and share your journey, and I’m honored to be here to listen and support you. Our past experiences and upbringing shape us, but they don’t define our future. Together, we can explore new paths, make meaningful changes, and work towards a more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking support in-person or virtually, I’m here to partner with you in achieving your goals and finding the relief and growth you deserve.
(872) 213-7274 View (872) 213-7274
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Mickey Simon
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60647
You feel different from others and can’t help but feel shame about it. Life feels out of control, your emotions seem too big, and you feel unfulfilled. You have tried almost everything you can think of to improve yourself and your life, but you still feel like you can’t make the changes necessary to feel better, calmer, and more connected. It can be really hard to ask for help, but you have tried to figure it out on your own and now it might be the time to reach out.
You feel different from others and can’t help but feel shame about it. Life feels out of control, your emotions seem too big, and you feel unfulfilled. You have tried almost everything you can think of to improve yourself and your life, but you still feel like you can’t make the changes necessary to feel better, calmer, and more connected. It can be really hard to ask for help, but you have tried to figure it out on your own and now it might be the time to reach out.
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Juana Pfadt
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
As a therapist, my focus is on providing compassionate support to individuals navigating significant life transitions, grappling with existential questions, and managing anxiety and depression. I am deeply committed to meeting you where you are in your journey and collaboratively exploring a treatment plan that resonates with your unique needs and goals. I am passionate about helping individuals uncover the deep meaning within their life stories and equipping them with practical tools to manage psychological distress effectively.
As a therapist, my focus is on providing compassionate support to individuals navigating significant life transitions, grappling with existential questions, and managing anxiety and depression. I am deeply committed to meeting you where you are in your journey and collaboratively exploring a treatment plan that resonates with your unique needs and goals. I am passionate about helping individuals uncover the deep meaning within their life stories and equipping them with practical tools to manage psychological distress effectively.
(708) 766-8082 View (708) 766-8082
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Melissa Randle El
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60643
Not accepting new clients
Staying centered while balancing the many demands and expectations that our lives place on us may become overwhelming at times. Finding our balance between meeting those demands and creating mind space to explore, grow, replenish, and assert ourselves authentically can be challenging. These imbalances can compromise our psychological and emotional well-being while having a negative impact on our physical and spiritual health. They can also affect our relationships with others, personally and professionally, by influencing the way we perceive our circumstances, communicate with others, and assert our needs.
Staying centered while balancing the many demands and expectations that our lives place on us may become overwhelming at times. Finding our balance between meeting those demands and creating mind space to explore, grow, replenish, and assert ourselves authentically can be challenging. These imbalances can compromise our psychological and emotional well-being while having a negative impact on our physical and spiritual health. They can also affect our relationships with others, personally and professionally, by influencing the way we perceive our circumstances, communicate with others, and assert our needs.
(312) 626-0573 View (312) 626-0573
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Tracy Durkan
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Being human is weird and messy. Learning to live with our own thoughts and our internal narratives can be exhausting. I work well with clients addressing concerns related to anxiety, chronic illness, grief, burnout, relational challenges, adult family dynamics, work life balance, feelings of overwhelm, and depression. I have experience working with other health professionals on their own mental health journeys. I enjoy working with "overachievers" and "people pleasers" who are interested in living a life beyond their resume and reconnecting with themselves.I also enjoy supporting clients rebuilding life post brain injury and stroke.
Being human is weird and messy. Learning to live with our own thoughts and our internal narratives can be exhausting. I work well with clients addressing concerns related to anxiety, chronic illness, grief, burnout, relational challenges, adult family dynamics, work life balance, feelings of overwhelm, and depression. I have experience working with other health professionals on their own mental health journeys. I enjoy working with "overachievers" and "people pleasers" who are interested in living a life beyond their resume and reconnecting with themselves.I also enjoy supporting clients rebuilding life post brain injury and stroke.
(872) 213-7855 View (872) 213-7855
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Susan Morlock
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Life has its ups and downs, and at times we all feel stuck and not sure how to change but we know "something" has to change. I am here to help you! 85% of the time Depression and Anxiety co-exist. Depression takes away our motivation, energy and our ability to connect with others which only leads us to further sadness. Anxiety is ever present in our daily lives with thoughts of worry and over thinking everything. There is hope using cutting edge therapies such as Neuroscience, CBT, ACT, MCT, Polyvagel and EMDR. These techniques bring the science to therapy.
Life has its ups and downs, and at times we all feel stuck and not sure how to change but we know "something" has to change. I am here to help you! 85% of the time Depression and Anxiety co-exist. Depression takes away our motivation, energy and our ability to connect with others which only leads us to further sadness. Anxiety is ever present in our daily lives with thoughts of worry and over thinking everything. There is hope using cutting edge therapies such as Neuroscience, CBT, ACT, MCT, Polyvagel and EMDR. These techniques bring the science to therapy.
(773) 974-8780 View (773) 974-8780
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Leah Amaral
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hi I'm Lee, Are you tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life you know you're meant to live? If self-doubt, emotional pain, or your inner critic has been holding you back, you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to guide you toward the transformation you deserve. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist, I specialize in treating complex trauma, depression, anxiety, codependency, and suicidal ideation. If you've been weighed down by overwhelming emotions, loud self-criticism, or past trauma, healing is possible—and it’s closer than you think.
Hi I'm Lee, Are you tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the life you know you're meant to live? If self-doubt, emotional pain, or your inner critic has been holding you back, you don't have to face it alone. I'm here to guide you toward the transformation you deserve. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist, I specialize in treating complex trauma, depression, anxiety, codependency, and suicidal ideation. If you've been weighed down by overwhelming emotions, loud self-criticism, or past trauma, healing is possible—and it’s closer than you think.
(727) 594-7926 View (727) 594-7926
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Number of Therapists in Chicago, IL

3,000+

Average cost per session

$153

Therapists in Chicago, IL who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
87% Depression
77% Relationship Issues
76% Self Esteem
70% Trauma and PTSD
67% Life Transitions
66% Stress

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

94% BlueCross and BlueShield
67% Aetna
49% Cigna and Evernorth

How Therapists in Chicago, IL see their clients

59% In Person and Online
41% Online Only

Gender breakdown

78% Female
19% Male
3% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Chicago?

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.