Therapists in Rye Brook, NY

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Lisa Striar
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
I have a specialized practice for children and adolescents focusing on psycho-educational and neuropsychological evaluations. I conduct evaluations to assess areas of strength and possible concern that may impact a child or adolescent's daily functioning at home, school, and their social-emotional development.
I have a specialized practice for children and adolescents focusing on psycho-educational and neuropsychological evaluations. I conduct evaluations to assess areas of strength and possible concern that may impact a child or adolescent's daily functioning at home, school, and their social-emotional development.
(914) 559-7695 View (914) 559-7695
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Ranjana Hari
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
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Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
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Lavinia Lucia Marchis
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
I am a licensed psychologist and a certified school psychologist with experience in providing evidence based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Rational Emotional Behavioral (REBT) and Dialectical Behavioral therapies (DBT) for children, adolescents and adults. I have experience working with a wide range of psychological and emotional difficulties including anxiety, depression, ADHD, relational and family problems, as well as behavioral challenges. I also have extensive training in conducting evaluations looking to diagnose any learning disabilities, ADHD, emotional and/or behavior problems.
I am a licensed psychologist and a certified school psychologist with experience in providing evidence based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Rational Emotional Behavioral (REBT) and Dialectical Behavioral therapies (DBT) for children, adolescents and adults. I have experience working with a wide range of psychological and emotional difficulties including anxiety, depression, ADHD, relational and family problems, as well as behavioral challenges. I also have extensive training in conducting evaluations looking to diagnose any learning disabilities, ADHD, emotional and/or behavior problems.
(203) 275-0066 View (203) 275-0066
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Antonia Depalma-Brandt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
I love helping people understand that they are not defined by their painful past or the current experiences that keep them wondering if they can ever be happy in life. We look at the past to understand it's impact on the present. If you are struggling with negativity, stress-related habits that you know are unhealthy, relationships that don't work or isolation from others; your decision to seek therapy is a step toward resolving these painful issues and presents an opportunity for you to grow and discover a new pathway to self-understanding.
I love helping people understand that they are not defined by their painful past or the current experiences that keep them wondering if they can ever be happy in life. We look at the past to understand it's impact on the present. If you are struggling with negativity, stress-related habits that you know are unhealthy, relationships that don't work or isolation from others; your decision to seek therapy is a step toward resolving these painful issues and presents an opportunity for you to grow and discover a new pathway to self-understanding.
(646) 600-5227 View (646) 600-5227
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Nikki Eskenasi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rye Brook, NY 10573  (Online Only)
Whatever it is that you’re currently struggling with, my hope is to help you to find more balance, be kinder to yourself, and feel empowered to make changes. To do this, I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental. I’m a clinical psychologist licensed in New York. I work with adolescents and adults, and specialize in the treatment of anxiety, panic, OCD, trauma, insomnia, and coping with life changes and stress.
Whatever it is that you’re currently struggling with, my hope is to help you to find more balance, be kinder to yourself, and feel empowered to make changes. To do this, I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental. I’m a clinical psychologist licensed in New York. I work with adolescents and adults, and specialize in the treatment of anxiety, panic, OCD, trauma, insomnia, and coping with life changes and stress.
(914) 877-3141 View (914) 877-3141
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Dr. Cheryl Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rye Brook, NY 10573  (Online Only)
I am an English/Spanish Bilingual trauma specialist who has trained and completed her MS from Columbia University School of Social Work. My specialty is in child development, and trauma (abuse, grief, DV, and assessing for PTSD). As a clinician, I have focused my treatments with families, youth and children. I also specialize in mood disorders and behaviors impacting interpersonal relationships.
I am an English/Spanish Bilingual trauma specialist who has trained and completed her MS from Columbia University School of Social Work. My specialty is in child development, and trauma (abuse, grief, DV, and assessing for PTSD). As a clinician, I have focused my treatments with families, youth and children. I also specialize in mood disorders and behaviors impacting interpersonal relationships.
(914) 231-0389 x1652 View (914) 231-0389 x1652
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Bernard C. Woychowski
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
Treatment Services Provided: Individual, Couple, and Group Therapy for Adults. In my early training, I concentrated on treating adults who suffered with mental and emotional challenges. I later obtained certifications for the treatment of children & adolescents, and for the treatment of individuals having difficulties with substance use. My participation in postgraduate training has been with the Metropolitan Institute for Training in Psychoanalysis & Psychotherapy, the Psychodrama Center of New York, the Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy lnstitute, and the Westchester Center for the Study of Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.
Treatment Services Provided: Individual, Couple, and Group Therapy for Adults. In my early training, I concentrated on treating adults who suffered with mental and emotional challenges. I later obtained certifications for the treatment of children & adolescents, and for the treatment of individuals having difficulties with substance use. My participation in postgraduate training has been with the Metropolitan Institute for Training in Psychoanalysis & Psychotherapy, the Psychodrama Center of New York, the Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy lnstitute, and the Westchester Center for the Study of Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy.
(914) 295-0506 View (914) 295-0506
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Akeisha Rivera
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573  (Online Only)
I'm Dr. Akeisha Rivera and I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). I specialize in helping couples overcome infidelity, affairs, constant fighting, a lack of intimacy, and emotional disconnection. I do this by helping you communicate in a safe, nonjudgmental space and by providing you with tools to help you thrive within your relationship. My goal is to help you become the best possible version of yourself so that you and your partner can rebuild your bond and make it stronger than ever before.
I'm Dr. Akeisha Rivera and I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). I specialize in helping couples overcome infidelity, affairs, constant fighting, a lack of intimacy, and emotional disconnection. I do this by helping you communicate in a safe, nonjudgmental space and by providing you with tools to help you thrive within your relationship. My goal is to help you become the best possible version of yourself so that you and your partner can rebuild your bond and make it stronger than ever before.
(914) 825-4132 View (914) 825-4132
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Scott Bergman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
Are you stressed by life's challenges? Left unchecked, stress can lead to emotional and even physical problems. It is estimated that 70% of medical complaints are caused or made worse by stress. For 30 years, I have helped individuals, couples, and families develop strategies for coping with stress, minimizing obstacles to successful living. I'd like to help you. I have daytime, evening, and Saturday hours and I accept most insurance plans.
Are you stressed by life's challenges? Left unchecked, stress can lead to emotional and even physical problems. It is estimated that 70% of medical complaints are caused or made worse by stress. For 30 years, I have helped individuals, couples, and families develop strategies for coping with stress, minimizing obstacles to successful living. I'd like to help you. I have daytime, evening, and Saturday hours and I accept most insurance plans.
(914) 352-5128 View (914) 352-5128
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Maggie Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPC
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
My favorite quote is "Life is a journey, not a destination." I will listen carefully to your journey and be sensitive to your needs and feelings, while examining your circumstances and goals. I am here to help you whether you are struggling with anxiety, a life transition, parenting concerns, or life skills.
My favorite quote is "Life is a journey, not a destination." I will listen carefully to your journey and be sensitive to your needs and feelings, while examining your circumstances and goals. I am here to help you whether you are struggling with anxiety, a life transition, parenting concerns, or life skills.
(914) 712-6346 View (914) 712-6346
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Lauren Dobbs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rye Brook, NY 10573
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
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Emily Leaffer
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
Dr. Emily Leaffer is a pediatric neuropsychologist with extensive experience in working with children from infancy through early adulthood who have various medical, neurological, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses. She has worked with individuals across the lifespan who have chronic medical conditions including epilepsy, concussion, cancer, cardiac conditions, stroke, genetic disorders, and rehabilitation populations, as well as attentional disorders and learning disabilities.
Dr. Emily Leaffer is a pediatric neuropsychologist with extensive experience in working with children from infancy through early adulthood who have various medical, neurological, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses. She has worked with individuals across the lifespan who have chronic medical conditions including epilepsy, concussion, cancer, cardiac conditions, stroke, genetic disorders, and rehabilitation populations, as well as attentional disorders and learning disabilities.
(914) 690-6442 View (914) 690-6442
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Eliot Goldman
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
My practice involves a focus on both diagnostic evaluation and treatment. I am highly experienced in evaluating children, adolescents and adults regarding issues of learning disorders, ADHD as well as mood and anxiety difficulties. In addition, I provide coaching and/or cognitive remediation tailored to individuals challenged by attention, memory or executive functioning.
My practice involves a focus on both diagnostic evaluation and treatment. I am highly experienced in evaluating children, adolescents and adults regarding issues of learning disorders, ADHD as well as mood and anxiety difficulties. In addition, I provide coaching and/or cognitive remediation tailored to individuals challenged by attention, memory or executive functioning.
(914) 618-5241 View (914) 618-5241
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Susan Goldman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of evaluation and psychotherapy expertise. It is my pleasure to work collaboratively with adults of all ages to help them live their best lives! I am especially skilled at helping others achieve fulfillment in love and work and resolving negative interpersonal habits so that friendships, family and romantic relationships are more pleasurable and stable. I am especially interested in improving self esteem issues and helping women overcome "people pleasing" habits so that their own feelings and needs come first.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of evaluation and psychotherapy expertise. It is my pleasure to work collaboratively with adults of all ages to help them live their best lives! I am especially skilled at helping others achieve fulfillment in love and work and resolving negative interpersonal habits so that friendships, family and romantic relationships are more pleasurable and stable. I am especially interested in improving self esteem issues and helping women overcome "people pleasing" habits so that their own feelings and needs come first.
(914) 709-4043 View (914) 709-4043
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Lauren Rose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Lauren, Rose, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
Sometimes life feels stressful and overwhelming. It may be hard to figure out where to start to feel better. I have spent over 30 years helping people address similar struggles and learning to live happier, less stressful lives. My unique style and warm, supportive manner can help you to better understand yourself and the challenges you face. In a supportive, non-judgmental setting we work together through your own person journey exploring how you have gotten here and how to work with the feelings and obstacles you currently face, developing greater flexibility and resilience along the way.
Sometimes life feels stressful and overwhelming. It may be hard to figure out where to start to feel better. I have spent over 30 years helping people address similar struggles and learning to live happier, less stressful lives. My unique style and warm, supportive manner can help you to better understand yourself and the challenges you face. In a supportive, non-judgmental setting we work together through your own person journey exploring how you have gotten here and how to work with the feelings and obstacles you currently face, developing greater flexibility and resilience along the way.
(914) 269-2668 View (914) 269-2668
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John Turtz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
The psychotherapeutic relationship can be helpful for many issues, including relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. People tend to get caught in patterns of behavior that are not constructive, yet they cannot seem to find ways out of these patterns. Therapy can give you a space to explore these patterns and the feelings that go along with them, and to then work toward changing these patterns in a constructive manner. The process can lead to a more vital and fulfilled life.
The psychotherapeutic relationship can be helpful for many issues, including relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. People tend to get caught in patterns of behavior that are not constructive, yet they cannot seem to find ways out of these patterns. Therapy can give you a space to explore these patterns and the feelings that go along with them, and to then work toward changing these patterns in a constructive manner. The process can lead to a more vital and fulfilled life.
(914) 290-5167 View (914) 290-5167
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Maria Savino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, CCTSI
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573  (Online Only)
Perhaps you are experiencing stress in your days, have relationships filled with conflict, or are not feeling passionate about your career - thinking your goals seem out of reach. A total approach through clarifying your needs, identifying your goals, managing stress, increasing coping skills, and improving relationships, comprehensively we will make strides towards greater overall life satisfaction. Collaboratively we will create functional habits and make positive changes, by overcoming mental/emotional obstacles which prevent you from living your best life. The psychotherapy process will support you in addressing challenges which prevent you from living authentically and becoming the best version of yourself.
Perhaps you are experiencing stress in your days, have relationships filled with conflict, or are not feeling passionate about your career - thinking your goals seem out of reach. A total approach through clarifying your needs, identifying your goals, managing stress, increasing coping skills, and improving relationships, comprehensively we will make strides towards greater overall life satisfaction. Collaboratively we will create functional habits and make positive changes, by overcoming mental/emotional obstacles which prevent you from living your best life. The psychotherapy process will support you in addressing challenges which prevent you from living authentically and becoming the best version of yourself.
(917) 746-7547 View (917) 746-7547
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Kimberly Naclerio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has 20 years of experience employing a Cognitive Behavioral Approach with adults, children, couples and families who have been struggling to cope with depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders, behavioral issues, ADHD, relationship issues and parenting difficulties. The Cognitive Behavioral Approach helps clients make positive changes in their lives by gaining more insight into their thinking and behavioral patterns. I provide real life tools to help my clients improve their coping skills, communcation skills, self esteem, stress management and parenting skills.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has 20 years of experience employing a Cognitive Behavioral Approach with adults, children, couples and families who have been struggling to cope with depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders, behavioral issues, ADHD, relationship issues and parenting difficulties. The Cognitive Behavioral Approach helps clients make positive changes in their lives by gaining more insight into their thinking and behavioral patterns. I provide real life tools to help my clients improve their coping skills, communcation skills, self esteem, stress management and parenting skills.
(914) 368-7816 View (914) 368-7816
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Marisa Picheny
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rye Brook, NY 10573
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist working with individuals in a primarily telehealth environment. I believe that the initial focus of treatment is to create a strong therapeutic alliance, such that each patient feels a sense of comfort walking into the therapy room and feels safe engaging and communicating in treatment. As a therapist, I am thoughtful and deeply empathic. I focus on understanding the history of each of my patients, as well as the systems in which they function in order to address the challenges that each patient faces. 
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist working with individuals in a primarily telehealth environment. I believe that the initial focus of treatment is to create a strong therapeutic alliance, such that each patient feels a sense of comfort walking into the therapy room and feels safe engaging and communicating in treatment. As a therapist, I am thoughtful and deeply empathic. I focus on understanding the history of each of my patients, as well as the systems in which they function in order to address the challenges that each patient faces. 
(914) 219-6641 View (914) 219-6641

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Number of Therapists in Rye Brook, NY

70+

Average cost per session

$195

Therapists in Rye Brook, NY who prioritize treating:

95% Anxiety
94% Depression
88% Relationship Issues
79% Self Esteem
78% Coping Skills
71% Family Conflict
63% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

15 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

87% Aetna
77% Oxford
77% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in Rye Brook, NY see their clients

76% In Person and Online
24% Online Only

Gender breakdown

86% Female
14% Male

FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Rye Brook?

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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.