Therapists in Lents, Portland, OR
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Misty Stronk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lents, Portland, OR 97266 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Just as many pieces make up the whole of a person's life, there are many components make up a successful experience with counseling. The therapeutic journey begins from a place of trust and support. I meet my clients where they are at and my goal for therapy is to provide a safe space for my clients to process through the necessary emotions to reach their next goal. I am passionate about serving all individuals who wish seek guidance, a place to be vulnerable and the opportunity to grow. I work with teens, emerging adults and adult clients of any population.
Just as many pieces make up the whole of a person's life, there are many components make up a successful experience with counseling. The therapeutic journey begins from a place of trust and support. I meet my clients where they are at and my goal for therapy is to provide a safe space for my clients to process through the necessary emotions to reach their next goal. I am passionate about serving all individuals who wish seek guidance, a place to be vulnerable and the opportunity to grow. I work with teens, emerging adults and adult clients of any population.
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Kori DeSimone
Professional Counselor Associate, MS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lents, Portland, OR 97266
Not accepting new clients
Hi! We might be a good fit if you live in Oregon & a few of these questions resonate for you: What is working within my current relationship(s)? What would healthy & holistic boundaries look like for us? What patterns are my partner(s) & I stuck in? What realities do we dream for our relationship(s)? How does my community & our shared history support me as I create a meaningful life? How do I process how others' histories, traumas or pain contributed to their harmful impact on me? How do I navigate grief & loss?
Hi! We might be a good fit if you live in Oregon & a few of these questions resonate for you: What is working within my current relationship(s)? What would healthy & holistic boundaries look like for us? What patterns are my partner(s) & I stuck in? What realities do we dream for our relationship(s)? How does my community & our shared history support me as I create a meaningful life? How do I process how others' histories, traumas or pain contributed to their harmful impact on me? How do I navigate grief & loss?
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Jason A Jones
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lents, Portland, OR 97266 (Online Only)
People often consider therapy because they want to achieve a goal (satisfying job, rewarding relationships) or because they have had an experience they want to talk through in private. I consider therapy a success when you leave feeling capable of being your own therapist. I work on a client’s capacity to independently manage their feelings and problems. I want you to be able to adapt to reality on its own terms so that you can build a meaningful and sustainable life. To do this I take an approach that is interactive, transparent, and conversational. I am currently licensed in California, Washington, Oregon, and Texas.
People often consider therapy because they want to achieve a goal (satisfying job, rewarding relationships) or because they have had an experience they want to talk through in private. I consider therapy a success when you leave feeling capable of being your own therapist. I work on a client’s capacity to independently manage their feelings and problems. I want you to be able to adapt to reality on its own terms so that you can build a meaningful and sustainable life. To do this I take an approach that is interactive, transparent, and conversational. I am currently licensed in California, Washington, Oregon, and Texas.
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Emotional and relational pain can’t be easily categorized with words like anxiety and depression. Each of us have our own stories and our pain is as unique as we are. Whether it is learning to carry the existing burden of a mental health diagnosis or exploring the sources of loneliness and worry, what helps more than labels is the ability to tell our stories in a way that is as hopeful as it is truthful. In over two decades of non-profit work I have learned to sit with people whose lives have been disrupted in the midst of their pain. As a clinician I hope to combine that empathetic human connection with evidence based practices.
Emotional and relational pain can’t be easily categorized with words like anxiety and depression. Each of us have our own stories and our pain is as unique as we are. Whether it is learning to carry the existing burden of a mental health diagnosis or exploring the sources of loneliness and worry, what helps more than labels is the ability to tell our stories in a way that is as hopeful as it is truthful. In over two decades of non-profit work I have learned to sit with people whose lives have been disrupted in the midst of their pain. As a clinician I hope to combine that empathetic human connection with evidence based practices.
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Everyone has unique needs when it comes to counseling. Some people are experiencing overwhelming emotions, some people feel numb and many are seeking a theraputic space to process whatever life throws at them. My goal is to foster your autonomy in choosing what is and is not helpful in pursuit of your needs and goals.
Everyone has unique needs when it comes to counseling. Some people are experiencing overwhelming emotions, some people feel numb and many are seeking a theraputic space to process whatever life throws at them. My goal is to foster your autonomy in choosing what is and is not helpful in pursuit of your needs and goals.
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Thanks for stopping by! I am here to support you wherever you are in your journey. Whether you are navigating life transitions, relationship distress, or seeking healing and healthier ways of coping after trauma or loss therapy can help. My goal is to support my clients in creating the change that will lead to living a more fulfilling life.
Thanks for stopping by! I am here to support you wherever you are in your journey. Whether you are navigating life transitions, relationship distress, or seeking healing and healthier ways of coping after trauma or loss therapy can help. My goal is to support my clients in creating the change that will lead to living a more fulfilling life.
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Dora Vanderpool
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lents, Portland, OR 97266 (Online Only)
Updated 8/6/24: Accepting new clients. - By deciding to engage in therapy you have already made a commitment to bettering yourself and initiating change. Let’s celebrate that! Taking a meaningful look at our day-to-day lives and pasts can be daunting-let’s create a tender and safe atmosphere to wade through this process together. Too often, our mental health challenges are reduced to diagnosis, labels, and text-book definitions that don’t quite fit—my approach departs from these systems and is more rooted in holistic and relational healing.
Updated 8/6/24: Accepting new clients. - By deciding to engage in therapy you have already made a commitment to bettering yourself and initiating change. Let’s celebrate that! Taking a meaningful look at our day-to-day lives and pasts can be daunting-let’s create a tender and safe atmosphere to wade through this process together. Too often, our mental health challenges are reduced to diagnosis, labels, and text-book definitions that don’t quite fit—my approach departs from these systems and is more rooted in holistic and relational healing.
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Growth Mindset Counseling and Wellness Services
Clinical Social Work Associate, CSWA
Verified Verified
Lents, Portland, OR 97266
Are you looking for someone that you can connect with and share your thoughts and talk about your day to day stressors? Do you want a safe space where you are free to be you without judgement? Do you have internalized feelings or issues that you keep inside and avoid sharing with others? Are you having feelings of depression, anxiety, loneliness, isolation, a fear of being judged, perceived as different, or misunderstood? Are you open to learning where these challenges come from and ways of coping with them? Do you want to put in the effort to see the growth ?
Are you looking for someone that you can connect with and share your thoughts and talk about your day to day stressors? Do you want a safe space where you are free to be you without judgement? Do you have internalized feelings or issues that you keep inside and avoid sharing with others? Are you having feelings of depression, anxiety, loneliness, isolation, a fear of being judged, perceived as different, or misunderstood? Are you open to learning where these challenges come from and ways of coping with them? Do you want to put in the effort to see the growth ?
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Molly Dressler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lents, Portland, OR 97266 (Online Only)
There are endless opportunities to improve life when you've got the right support and skills. I currently work with young adults, people in college or graduate school, and adults. Some people I work with identify as more emotional than others, emotionally "sensitive" or intense, feel different in some way, or struggle with feeling out of control of your emotions or your life. Others I work with are looking for someone to run thoughts by to get validation or advice, or have a diagnosis affecting daily functioning and relationships. Whatever your reason for therapy, it makes sense to get a little extra support! Seeing OR + WA clients.
There are endless opportunities to improve life when you've got the right support and skills. I currently work with young adults, people in college or graduate school, and adults. Some people I work with identify as more emotional than others, emotionally "sensitive" or intense, feel different in some way, or struggle with feeling out of control of your emotions or your life. Others I work with are looking for someone to run thoughts by to get validation or advice, or have a diagnosis affecting daily functioning and relationships. Whatever your reason for therapy, it makes sense to get a little extra support! Seeing OR + WA clients.
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Aaron Kelsay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAC, LPC, LMHC, CADC I
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lents, Portland, OR 97266
Healing is a journey. For some, "healing" means reversing years of trauma, and for others it means 'getting out of my own head' or 'getting un-stuck.' For everyone, the path to healing is a difficult one, and it is lighter, easier, more meaningful when others join in with you. To you who have tried to go it alone, I invite you to reach out. Connecting with a counselor is a way to get un-stuck in your journey towards health, to bring healing to those deeper places of hurt.
Healing is a journey. For some, "healing" means reversing years of trauma, and for others it means 'getting out of my own head' or 'getting un-stuck.' For everyone, the path to healing is a difficult one, and it is lighter, easier, more meaningful when others join in with you. To you who have tried to go it alone, I invite you to reach out. Connecting with a counselor is a way to get un-stuck in your journey towards health, to bring healing to those deeper places of hurt.
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Kate O'Brien Inclusive Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Lents, Portland, OR 97232 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with a hard life transition you weren’t expecting? Are you wishing you had more coping strategies for your symptoms of anxiety or depression? Do you wish you had someone to talk to while feeling free of judgement or expectations? Do you want to process old hurt that is impacting your life? Are you wanting to play a more active role in your own life? Are you struggling with LGBTQIA+ related challenges? I am here for it!
Are you struggling with a hard life transition you weren’t expecting? Are you wishing you had more coping strategies for your symptoms of anxiety or depression? Do you wish you had someone to talk to while feeling free of judgement or expectations? Do you want to process old hurt that is impacting your life? Are you wanting to play a more active role in your own life? Are you struggling with LGBTQIA+ related challenges? I am here for it!
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Regina R. Rye
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, LAC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Lents, Portland, OR 97203 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Regina Rye, I am also a licensed professional counselor and addiction counselor, practicing across AL, LA, NV, OR & TX. As the CEO of Genuine Hearts Treatment Clinic (GHTC), a multi-specialty group practice, I am dedicated to connecting qualified professionals with prospective patients to provide support through a range of challenges, including self-esteem issues, negative thinking, trauma responses, and people-pleasing tendencies. To book your free 15-minute telephone consultation, please enter the following link into your web browser: www.genuinehearts.org.
Hello, my name is Regina Rye, I am also a licensed professional counselor and addiction counselor, practicing across AL, LA, NV, OR & TX. As the CEO of Genuine Hearts Treatment Clinic (GHTC), a multi-specialty group practice, I am dedicated to connecting qualified professionals with prospective patients to provide support through a range of challenges, including self-esteem issues, negative thinking, trauma responses, and people-pleasing tendencies. To book your free 15-minute telephone consultation, please enter the following link into your web browser: www.genuinehearts.org.
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I have found that no single therapy works for everyone during my 20 years of treating trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias as well as doing marital therapy. While trained in traditional therapy, I have integrated mind-body therapies where appropriate since research indicates symptoms are stored in the body as well as in the mind. EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Tappas Accupressure Technique, Advanced Integrative Therapy, Thought Field Therapy, the Emotional Freedom Technique, and Healing from the Body Level Up are a few modalities I use along with cognitive restructuring and psycho-education. I work with each client to determine goals and treatment plans.
I have found that no single therapy works for everyone during my 20 years of treating trauma, depression, anxiety, phobias as well as doing marital therapy. While trained in traditional therapy, I have integrated mind-body therapies where appropriate since research indicates symptoms are stored in the body as well as in the mind. EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Tappas Accupressure Technique, Advanced Integrative Therapy, Thought Field Therapy, the Emotional Freedom Technique, and Healing from the Body Level Up are a few modalities I use along with cognitive restructuring and psycho-education. I work with each client to determine goals and treatment plans.
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I am a therapist providing telehealth services for clients anywhere in Oregon. My training and education has been focused on creative therapy to help cope with traumatic experiences. I have training in brief therapy and EMDR. This unique background provides the opportunity to reach out to many populations. I have worked with individual 3-87 years old with a wide range of concerns. I have opened my practice to the birthing community, offering services for perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety. I am able to tailor treatment plans and methods to meet specific client needs through a creative approach.
I am a therapist providing telehealth services for clients anywhere in Oregon. My training and education has been focused on creative therapy to help cope with traumatic experiences. I have training in brief therapy and EMDR. This unique background provides the opportunity to reach out to many populations. I have worked with individual 3-87 years old with a wide range of concerns. I have opened my practice to the birthing community, offering services for perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety. I am able to tailor treatment plans and methods to meet specific client needs through a creative approach.
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Catherine Chapman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lents, Portland, OR 97266
Waitlist for new clients
I entered the mental health field based on my own life-changing experience when I went through therapy to address the impact of childhood traumas. With the help of my counselors my life transformed from hopeless and stuck to empowered and whole. I had no idea this kind of transformation was even possible. Now, it is my turn to give back and walk alongside those who choose the difficult path of recovery. I won't have your answers since your story and personality are unique. What I do have is familiarity with the path, faith in your ability to find your answers, and professional experience guiding individuals toward wholeness.
I entered the mental health field based on my own life-changing experience when I went through therapy to address the impact of childhood traumas. With the help of my counselors my life transformed from hopeless and stuck to empowered and whole. I had no idea this kind of transformation was even possible. Now, it is my turn to give back and walk alongside those who choose the difficult path of recovery. I won't have your answers since your story and personality are unique. What I do have is familiarity with the path, faith in your ability to find your answers, and professional experience guiding individuals toward wholeness.
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Lashanda McGowan (Accepting New Clients)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSWA
Verified Verified
Lents, Portland, OR 97266 (Online Only)
I am passionate about people and advocating for the underdog. I enjoy a good fight for justice, equity and equality. Have you experienced abuse, rejection and discrimination? Is it a challenge for you to have difficult conversations? Anxiety eatin you up? Need someone to have your back? I got you! I can relate to marginalized people with real lived experience. I provide a space that is judgement free, compassionate, and honest where we co-create a path forward. I will be there walking alongside you every step of the way, in your corner, as we figure out this path together.
I am passionate about people and advocating for the underdog. I enjoy a good fight for justice, equity and equality. Have you experienced abuse, rejection and discrimination? Is it a challenge for you to have difficult conversations? Anxiety eatin you up? Need someone to have your back? I got you! I can relate to marginalized people with real lived experience. I provide a space that is judgement free, compassionate, and honest where we co-create a path forward. I will be there walking alongside you every step of the way, in your corner, as we figure out this path together.
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We all have lived experiences, life choices, and developmental stages which have shaped our story. Seeking therapy, or counseling, can carry a negative stigma in some families and communities. We work to change this perspective, especially concerning issues with youth, families, and racially-diverse communities. We work from a holistic perspective that includes attention to your physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and relational well-being. Our Therapists have a rich blend of experiences including: residential treatment, child welfare, adoption/foster care, parenting support, substance use, family care,& community mental health.
We all have lived experiences, life choices, and developmental stages which have shaped our story. Seeking therapy, or counseling, can carry a negative stigma in some families and communities. We work to change this perspective, especially concerning issues with youth, families, and racially-diverse communities. We work from a holistic perspective that includes attention to your physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and relational well-being. Our Therapists have a rich blend of experiences including: residential treatment, child welfare, adoption/foster care, parenting support, substance use, family care,& community mental health.
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Jeremy Steenstrup Balthazar
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, QMHP-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lents, Portland, OR 97266
I've recently joined a group practice located in Sellwood, Psychology & Wellness Group PDX. I am accepting clients and appointments can be scheduled by phone or through their website www.psychologyandwellnessgrouppdx.com. My practice is grounded in existential therapy which recognizes the importance of meaning, relationships, autonomy, authenticity, agency, creativity, and connection for acceptance, growth, and change. My experience includes working with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, sex addiction, substance addiction, and interpersonal relationships.
I've recently joined a group practice located in Sellwood, Psychology & Wellness Group PDX. I am accepting clients and appointments can be scheduled by phone or through their website www.psychologyandwellnessgrouppdx.com. My practice is grounded in existential therapy which recognizes the importance of meaning, relationships, autonomy, authenticity, agency, creativity, and connection for acceptance, growth, and change. My experience includes working with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, grief and bereavement, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, sex addiction, substance addiction, and interpersonal relationships.
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INTRA-Teletherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Lents, Portland, OR 97266 (Online Only)
INTRA- means from within. Many times our focus is outside of ourselves and we can get lost. This office is dedicated to helping you explore with compassion and grace the many facets of your life. Whether it is a new issue or a past trauma, we can takes steps towards understanding and healing. A neglect of self-care can create a reliance on ineffective coping skills that can contribute to problems. Therapy is a good choice for creating new insights into depressed mood, anxiety, lowered self-esteem and even intrusive thoughts about self-harm. Better insight leads the way to sustained change and growth. Its more than just talking...
INTRA- means from within. Many times our focus is outside of ourselves and we can get lost. This office is dedicated to helping you explore with compassion and grace the many facets of your life. Whether it is a new issue or a past trauma, we can takes steps towards understanding and healing. A neglect of self-care can create a reliance on ineffective coping skills that can contribute to problems. Therapy is a good choice for creating new insights into depressed mood, anxiety, lowered self-esteem and even intrusive thoughts about self-harm. Better insight leads the way to sustained change and growth. Its more than just talking...
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Opal & Sage Art Therapy, Amy Swallow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Lents, Portland, OR 97266
Opal & Sage offers individual and group art therapy and counseling services that are person-centered and strengths-based. I welcome adult clients of all ages and abilities, with any personal concerns and conflicts regarding mental health. I specialize in working with individuals with dementia, traumatic brain injury, developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities.
Opal & Sage offers individual and group art therapy and counseling services that are person-centered and strengths-based. I welcome adult clients of all ages and abilities, with any personal concerns and conflicts regarding mental health. I specialize in working with individuals with dementia, traumatic brain injury, developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Lents, Portland, OR
30+
Average cost per session
$151
Therapists in Lents, Portland, OR who prioritize treating:
100% | Anxiety |
94% | Depression |
85% | Self Esteem |
82% | Coping Skills |
82% | Stress |
79% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Grief |
Average years in practice
6 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | Oregon Health Plan (OHP) |
41% | PacificSource |
41% | Other |
How Therapists in Lents, Portland, OR see their clients
67% | In Person and Online | |
33% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
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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.
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.
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.