Therapists in West Slope, Portland, OR

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Stacey Hedges
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LMHC, LPC
Online Only
Thank you for showing up today and taking a brave step towards experiencing a more fulfilling and joyful life! My focus is to build a trusting relationship with you, truly listen with compassion to understand your needs and collaborate with you to meet your expectations. I am a licensed mental health therapist in the states of Hawaii and Oregon with 20 years of professional work experience. My focus is working individually with adults of all ages with a variety of presenting needs as well as multicultural counseling with clients including Asian-Americans, Black-Americans, immigrants and LGBTQIA+ clients.
Thank you for showing up today and taking a brave step towards experiencing a more fulfilling and joyful life! My focus is to build a trusting relationship with you, truly listen with compassion to understand your needs and collaborate with you to meet your expectations. I am a licensed mental health therapist in the states of Hawaii and Oregon with 20 years of professional work experience. My focus is working individually with adults of all ages with a variety of presenting needs as well as multicultural counseling with clients including Asian-Americans, Black-Americans, immigrants and LGBTQIA+ clients.
(503) 751-8748 View (503) 751-8748
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Stephanie Langenfeld
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Feeling stuck, lonely, sad, or frustrated? Perhaps you don't know where to start, but long for the reflection, support, and freedom you'll feel as you own your truth and take actions that support your best life. Whether it is your first time trying therapy, or you want to continue your work with therapy, and you want someone relatable, warm, and easy to talk to, I would love to support you. I enjoy caring for those I work with as they seek to better know themselves and validate their needs. It's my goal to deeply listen, both to what you say and what you don't.
Feeling stuck, lonely, sad, or frustrated? Perhaps you don't know where to start, but long for the reflection, support, and freedom you'll feel as you own your truth and take actions that support your best life. Whether it is your first time trying therapy, or you want to continue your work with therapy, and you want someone relatable, warm, and easy to talk to, I would love to support you. I enjoy caring for those I work with as they seek to better know themselves and validate their needs. It's my goal to deeply listen, both to what you say and what you don't.
(971) 366-3351 View (971) 366-3351
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Jennifer Singleton
Psychologist, PhD
Online Only
I can help you challenge some of your long held beliefs about yourself that get in the way of you creating the fulfilling life you want to live. We can identify your inner strengths and wisdom that will allow you to face the places inside of you that have been painful to hold alone. I will support your growth of agency and accountability and insight that will help you heal and create changes in how you respond to yourself and your relationships. You can learn what you need to heal, grow and thrive in order to live a more intentional, mindful and joyful life.
I can help you challenge some of your long held beliefs about yourself that get in the way of you creating the fulfilling life you want to live. We can identify your inner strengths and wisdom that will allow you to face the places inside of you that have been painful to hold alone. I will support your growth of agency and accountability and insight that will help you heal and create changes in how you respond to yourself and your relationships. You can learn what you need to heal, grow and thrive in order to live a more intentional, mindful and joyful life.
(971) 999-3140 View (971) 999-3140
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Rebecca Roxanne Coren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
I am a Humanistic, Existential and Systemic Psychotherapist. I respect each person's inner wisdom and believe that each of us naturally tends toward growth and resilience. Past and current relationships, be they family of origin, community, cultural ties, or family of choice, shape who we are, how we grow, and hold both the wound and the salve for our healing. I work with individuals, couples, teens, and families. Much of my work is with people who are in some sort of transition or crossroads in their relationships or personal growth.
I am a Humanistic, Existential and Systemic Psychotherapist. I respect each person's inner wisdom and believe that each of us naturally tends toward growth and resilience. Past and current relationships, be they family of origin, community, cultural ties, or family of choice, shape who we are, how we grow, and hold both the wound and the salve for our healing. I work with individuals, couples, teens, and families. Much of my work is with people who are in some sort of transition or crossroads in their relationships or personal growth.
(503) 966-9862 View (503) 966-9862
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Rayna L Jenks, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Please Note: Practice is currently full I approach therapy from a practical perspective: part of our work together will be to help you determine what changes you want to make, and get started with some practical actions (yes, homework!). Most of my clients can expect to start seeing improvement within 2-3 sessions, and sometimes even after the first session. My work is collaborative with you, in other words, we are a team toward the goal of finding the wellness within you.
Please Note: Practice is currently full I approach therapy from a practical perspective: part of our work together will be to help you determine what changes you want to make, and get started with some practical actions (yes, homework!). Most of my clients can expect to start seeing improvement within 2-3 sessions, and sometimes even after the first session. My work is collaborative with you, in other words, we are a team toward the goal of finding the wellness within you.
(503) 783-8430 View (503) 783-8430
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Karim Dabliz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Hello, my name is Karim. I’m a licensed professional counselor in Portland, Oregon, originally immigrating from Lebanon. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—or maybe you're just starting therapy and aren’t sure what you need yet, only that something needs to shift. You may be carrying the weight of trauma, cultural expectations, ADHD, or simply years of holding it all together. Underneath it all, there’s a longing to feel more like yourself—grounded, alive, and understood in a way that feels real, nonjudgmental, and deeply human. This is a space to finally exhale.
Hello, my name is Karim. I’m a licensed professional counselor in Portland, Oregon, originally immigrating from Lebanon. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—or maybe you're just starting therapy and aren’t sure what you need yet, only that something needs to shift. You may be carrying the weight of trauma, cultural expectations, ADHD, or simply years of holding it all together. Underneath it all, there’s a longing to feel more like yourself—grounded, alive, and understood in a way that feels real, nonjudgmental, and deeply human. This is a space to finally exhale.
(971) 571-5721 View (971) 571-5721
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Alexandra 'lexi' Walker
Professional Counselor Associate , MA, CRC
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Individual and family therapy can provide space to improve communication, repair wounds, and build the skills needed to support teens and young adults move through the world. I believe compassion, humor, and community are the keys to feeling grounded in our lives. Whether you are looking for therapy for yourself or for your teen 14+, the choice to engage in therapy is a brave one. Now accepting clients: Eating Disorders, anxiety, life changes, depression, and processing history of abuse.
Individual and family therapy can provide space to improve communication, repair wounds, and build the skills needed to support teens and young adults move through the world. I believe compassion, humor, and community are the keys to feeling grounded in our lives. Whether you are looking for therapy for yourself or for your teen 14+, the choice to engage in therapy is a brave one. Now accepting clients: Eating Disorders, anxiety, life changes, depression, and processing history of abuse.
(971) 256-5620 View (971) 256-5620
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Janet Barlow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, L, C, S, W
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
I work with clients on a short-term model, identifying strengths and enhancing coping skills. I also do long-term insight-oriented work; identifying patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors which reflect unconscious conflict and create barriers in relationships with oneself and others. Symptoms of anxiety and depression are often what prompt people to enter therapy. Some people want to learn tools and behaviors to alleviate symptomology; while others continue with therapy, after symptom reduction, and explore internal themes from their family-of-origin and how they are impacting their relationships today. I believe change occurs through the therapeutic relationship.
I work with clients on a short-term model, identifying strengths and enhancing coping skills. I also do long-term insight-oriented work; identifying patterns of feelings, thoughts, and behaviors which reflect unconscious conflict and create barriers in relationships with oneself and others. Symptoms of anxiety and depression are often what prompt people to enter therapy. Some people want to learn tools and behaviors to alleviate symptomology; while others continue with therapy, after symptom reduction, and explore internal themes from their family-of-origin and how they are impacting their relationships today. I believe change occurs through the therapeutic relationship.
(503) 806-2495 View (503) 806-2495
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Nannette Zirnstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen. (Brene Brown) Come just as you are - to discover a more vibrant and authentic you. Something is getting in the way for you - stress and anxiety, depression, fear of not being accepted for who you are, relationship issues. You want to find greater happiness and meaning in your life, and in your relationships.
Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen. (Brene Brown) Come just as you are - to discover a more vibrant and authentic you. Something is getting in the way for you - stress and anxiety, depression, fear of not being accepted for who you are, relationship issues. You want to find greater happiness and meaning in your life, and in your relationships.
(503) 386-9746 View (503) 386-9746
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Lua Weatherdon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Not accepting new clients
It's difficult to admit we are not where we want to be in our lives. It is painful when we are overwhelmed by sadness, anger, or worry. Attending counseling is an act of self-love and courage. You know yourself, and where you long to go. We work together to help you get there. Whether your distress is acute, or subtle, managed, or uncontrolled, it will lead to a lack of mental, physical and spiritual health. Unresolved anger, trauma, neglect, hurt, and family dysfunction will keep you stuck and block you from realizing your full potential.
It's difficult to admit we are not where we want to be in our lives. It is painful when we are overwhelmed by sadness, anger, or worry. Attending counseling is an act of self-love and courage. You know yourself, and where you long to go. We work together to help you get there. Whether your distress is acute, or subtle, managed, or uncontrolled, it will lead to a lack of mental, physical and spiritual health. Unresolved anger, trauma, neglect, hurt, and family dysfunction will keep you stuck and block you from realizing your full potential.
(503) 694-3469 View (503) 694-3469
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Crystina Brazie, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Online Only
My goal as a Therapist and Clinical Supervisor is to increase your zest and vitality for life, to foster your ability to take action (empowerment), as well as to support you in having clarity (a clearer picture of yourself and others). Each of these goals, I believe, lead to an increased sense of self worth. In my time as a Therapist, I have found that growth occurs both individually as well as in connection with others and that growth fostering relationships (of all kinds) that are created through mutual empathy and mutual empowerment are a key aspect of all of our lives.
My goal as a Therapist and Clinical Supervisor is to increase your zest and vitality for life, to foster your ability to take action (empowerment), as well as to support you in having clarity (a clearer picture of yourself and others). Each of these goals, I believe, lead to an increased sense of self worth. In my time as a Therapist, I have found that growth occurs both individually as well as in connection with others and that growth fostering relationships (of all kinds) that are created through mutual empathy and mutual empowerment are a key aspect of all of our lives.
(971) 287-5645 View (971) 287-5645
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Dr. Megan Nichols
Psychologist, MS, PsyD
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Seeking support for your young child's psychological or developmental needs? As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in providing comprehensive psychological services for children 18 months to 7 years, including evaluations for autism, ADHD, learning disorders, and more. Through these evaluations, I help clarify diagnoses and provide valuable recommendations for your child's development. In addition to evaluations, I offer parent coaching and therapy to address challenging behaviors, parenting a neurodivergent child, working through meltdowns, and more! I also offer practical tips and tricks for improving sleep and potty training.
Seeking support for your young child's psychological or developmental needs? As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in providing comprehensive psychological services for children 18 months to 7 years, including evaluations for autism, ADHD, learning disorders, and more. Through these evaluations, I help clarify diagnoses and provide valuable recommendations for your child's development. In addition to evaluations, I offer parent coaching and therapy to address challenging behaviors, parenting a neurodivergent child, working through meltdowns, and more! I also offer practical tips and tricks for improving sleep and potty training.
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Janelle Stuvland
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
7 Endorsed
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
I work with individuals, couples, and families in the midst of some of your most painful and confusing moments and help you move forward with courage and resiliency. As your therapist, I will join you with compassion, authenticity, and curiosity as we explore the challenges you face, places you get stuck, and discover new ways of experiencing yourself and your relationships so you can experience safety, trust, and acceptance in meaningful, connecting relationships.
I work with individuals, couples, and families in the midst of some of your most painful and confusing moments and help you move forward with courage and resiliency. As your therapist, I will join you with compassion, authenticity, and curiosity as we explore the challenges you face, places you get stuck, and discover new ways of experiencing yourself and your relationships so you can experience safety, trust, and acceptance in meaningful, connecting relationships.
(971) 247-1255 View (971) 247-1255
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Luann K. Wu
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Now OPEN two Saturday mornings a month! Has life led you to unforeseen circumstances? Are you feeling stuck in a relationship? Does trauma from your past keep showing up in your present life? Maybe you are considering a career change or are dealing with another major life transition that is confusing? It can make you feel isolated and alone. You might be feeling depressed or anxious over your life circumstances. You would like to feel happier, healthier, and more in control. I can provide support and help guide you into a more balanced and grounded self.
Now OPEN two Saturday mornings a month! Has life led you to unforeseen circumstances? Are you feeling stuck in a relationship? Does trauma from your past keep showing up in your present life? Maybe you are considering a career change or are dealing with another major life transition that is confusing? It can make you feel isolated and alone. You might be feeling depressed or anxious over your life circumstances. You would like to feel happier, healthier, and more in control. I can provide support and help guide you into a more balanced and grounded self.
(971) 299-3081 View (971) 299-3081
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Natalie Piercy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCE
2 Endorsed
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Life can be beautiful, exciting, and fulfilling. It can also be overwhelming, confusing, and upsetting. Have you lost sight of your personal values? Are you stuck in patterns you don't fully understand? Maybe you're navigating personal or professional burn out, struggling in your most important relationships, or feeling the weight of familial or societal expectations? If so, you're not alone. I work with folks who are going through significant life changes, navigating complex relationships, wanting to set and maintain firmer boundaries, and who are exploring what their own needs and desires are.
Life can be beautiful, exciting, and fulfilling. It can also be overwhelming, confusing, and upsetting. Have you lost sight of your personal values? Are you stuck in patterns you don't fully understand? Maybe you're navigating personal or professional burn out, struggling in your most important relationships, or feeling the weight of familial or societal expectations? If so, you're not alone. I work with folks who are going through significant life changes, navigating complex relationships, wanting to set and maintain firmer boundaries, and who are exploring what their own needs and desires are.
(503) 850-2736 View (503) 850-2736
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Jamie Holden
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
As we evolve through life, we are faced with challenges and new roles that may make us feel inadequate and uncomfortable. It is not uncommon for a person to feel stuck or lost during this time. For the past 25 years, in an educational and therapeutic setting, I have worked along side adults, and couples/families to help create effective ways to tackle such challenges. When we negatively question our self-worth and strengths, it is time to develop productive ways to break old patterns and see through a truthful lenses.
As we evolve through life, we are faced with challenges and new roles that may make us feel inadequate and uncomfortable. It is not uncommon for a person to feel stuck or lost during this time. For the past 25 years, in an educational and therapeutic setting, I have worked along side adults, and couples/families to help create effective ways to tackle such challenges. When we negatively question our self-worth and strengths, it is time to develop productive ways to break old patterns and see through a truthful lenses.
(650) 683-4014 View (650) 683-4014
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Kalpana Krishnamurthy
Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
1 Endorsed
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
May be you are wondering if therapy is really for you, especially if you are a person of color? As a South Asian who was once skeptical of therapy, I get it. Clients I work with are often dealing with anxiety or depression, grief and loss, parenting, exploring or navigating racial and cultural identities, exploring gender identity or preparing for gender affirming surgery, or working on their romantic relationship. Some clients aren't "working" on anything, but looking to create time each week to process, slow down, and have a regular space to check in with themselves. Where ever you are starting, I bring my curiosity and humor.
May be you are wondering if therapy is really for you, especially if you are a person of color? As a South Asian who was once skeptical of therapy, I get it. Clients I work with are often dealing with anxiety or depression, grief and loss, parenting, exploring or navigating racial and cultural identities, exploring gender identity or preparing for gender affirming surgery, or working on their romantic relationship. Some clients aren't "working" on anything, but looking to create time each week to process, slow down, and have a regular space to check in with themselves. Where ever you are starting, I bring my curiosity and humor.
(971) 402-2099 View (971) 402-2099
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Shelley Sauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
4 Endorsed
West Slope, Portland, OR 97225
Not accepting new clients
Though it can be difficult to do when you are in distress, I strive to help you more fully see and believe in your uniqueness, your strengths, your inner wisdom. No matter what your situation is. We will work to identify problem areas, subtle parts, important interconnections. My aim is to support you in developing insights that come from yourself - your inner wisdom. These are more impactful, and likely result in more lasting change. Therapy can involve challenging work, but it brings rewards that help you feel lighter, more authentic, and able to navigate life with more ease.
Though it can be difficult to do when you are in distress, I strive to help you more fully see and believe in your uniqueness, your strengths, your inner wisdom. No matter what your situation is. We will work to identify problem areas, subtle parts, important interconnections. My aim is to support you in developing insights that come from yourself - your inner wisdom. These are more impactful, and likely result in more lasting change. Therapy can involve challenging work, but it brings rewards that help you feel lighter, more authentic, and able to navigate life with more ease.
(503) 567-4490 View (503) 567-4490
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Allison Higgins, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Serves Area
It takes strength and courage to reach out for help. It is a privilege, as a licensed professional counselor, to provide a supportive, safe, and mutually respectful environment for you to explore problems that may arise during times of increased stress and life transitions. Whether you are struggling with feelings such as sadness, guilt, anger, disappointment, or inner-conflict, as your therapist, I will collaborate with you using an authentic, kind, and skilled approach. The therapeutic relationship can provide a safe space to increase self-awareness and recognize behaviors and relationship patterns that can make you feel stuck.
It takes strength and courage to reach out for help. It is a privilege, as a licensed professional counselor, to provide a supportive, safe, and mutually respectful environment for you to explore problems that may arise during times of increased stress and life transitions. Whether you are struggling with feelings such as sadness, guilt, anger, disappointment, or inner-conflict, as your therapist, I will collaborate with you using an authentic, kind, and skilled approach. The therapeutic relationship can provide a safe space to increase self-awareness and recognize behaviors and relationship patterns that can make you feel stuck.
(503) 966-4172 View (503) 966-4172
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Central Oregon Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
13 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello! My name is Chelsea and I work at COFT in Redmond, OR. My therapeutic practice is rooted in the scientific research that acknowledges we are all vibration. All that has occurred in our life is the result of the frequency that is or has been emitted from us. Our beliefs about ourselves and others create a vibrational frequency which, in turn, creates our reality and sometimes that reality is one of negativity and feeling like a victim of life. My passion is to help you feel empowered and remember who you are, an infinite creator who has the capability to create the life you desire, even when that feels absolutely impossible.
Hello! My name is Chelsea and I work at COFT in Redmond, OR. My therapeutic practice is rooted in the scientific research that acknowledges we are all vibration. All that has occurred in our life is the result of the frequency that is or has been emitted from us. Our beliefs about ourselves and others create a vibrational frequency which, in turn, creates our reality and sometimes that reality is one of negativity and feeling like a victim of life. My passion is to help you feel empowered and remember who you are, an infinite creator who has the capability to create the life you desire, even when that feels absolutely impossible.
(458) 217-6078 View (458) 217-6078

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Number of Therapists in West Slope, Portland, OR

100+

Average cost per session

$175

Therapists in West Slope, Portland, OR who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
88% Depression
79% Relationship Issues
79% Self Esteem
75% Stress
72% Trauma and PTSD
72% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

11 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

75% PacificSource
53% Aetna
51% BlueCross and BlueShield

How Therapists in West Slope, Portland, OR see their clients

66% In Person and Online
34% Online Only

Gender breakdown

73% Female
25% Male
2% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in West Slope, Portland?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What type of therapy is right for me?

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

How much does therapy cost?

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

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

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

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

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

Is online therapy a good option?

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

Are therapy sessions confidential?

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