Therapists in Houston, TX

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Janelle Linares
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77004  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
No matter where you are in your journey, I'm here to create a safe space where you can feel understood, supported, and heard. I embrace diverse backgrounds, helping those dealing with victimization, trauma, work stress, life changes, mental health challenges, risky behaviors, attachment issues, dissociation and children/teenagers who may be re-enacting sexual behaviors. I have received professional training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Problem Sexual Behavior Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
No matter where you are in your journey, I'm here to create a safe space where you can feel understood, supported, and heard. I embrace diverse backgrounds, helping those dealing with victimization, trauma, work stress, life changes, mental health challenges, risky behaviors, attachment issues, dissociation and children/teenagers who may be re-enacting sexual behaviors. I have received professional training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Problem Sexual Behavior Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (PSB-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
(713) 564-7025 View (713) 564-7025
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LaJuana Walker-McGill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77002
Are you looking for ways to improve your quality of life? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that is dedicated to helping others create positive outcomes for their lives. Through 24 years of experience in private practice, I have demonstrated my dedication to the empowerment of individuals and couples. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment that promotes positive outcomes for the clients that I serve. Virtual therapy appointments only.
Are you looking for ways to improve your quality of life? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor that is dedicated to helping others create positive outcomes for their lives. Through 24 years of experience in private practice, I have demonstrated my dedication to the empowerment of individuals and couples. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment that promotes positive outcomes for the clients that I serve. Virtual therapy appointments only.
(346) 460-6062 View (346) 460-6062
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Seigon Consulting PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
Disruptions in relationships regularly occur in life and the experience of feeling disconnected is not uncommon. Many of us have experienced children growing older and leaving home, job loss, retirement, frequent arguments with those closest to us, divorce, separation, and death of loved ones. Some of us have experienced life threatening events, serious illnesses and physical losses that result in a dramatic shift on how we fit into the world and in the lives of others. These events can result in a loss of satisfaction in life or at times a loss of hope in having a life worth living.
Disruptions in relationships regularly occur in life and the experience of feeling disconnected is not uncommon. Many of us have experienced children growing older and leaving home, job loss, retirement, frequent arguments with those closest to us, divorce, separation, and death of loved ones. Some of us have experienced life threatening events, serious illnesses and physical losses that result in a dramatic shift on how we fit into the world and in the lives of others. These events can result in a loss of satisfaction in life or at times a loss of hope in having a life worth living.
(832) 293-4870 View (832) 293-4870
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Allison Corcoran
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , LPC-A
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
Hi there, finding the best-fit therapist is sometimes the hardest part of getting started in therapy, but that’s why you’re here: to find a therapist you will feel supported by in your healing journey. And I may have the expertise you are looking for. Scroll down, take a look around, and get comfy; here’s a bit about me: I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults, and while I have a lot of clients who are in different life phases, one thing tends to ring true for each of them: they want to feel less weighted by the voice that spins in their head, break past their fears, and start living a life they love.
Hi there, finding the best-fit therapist is sometimes the hardest part of getting started in therapy, but that’s why you’re here: to find a therapist you will feel supported by in your healing journey. And I may have the expertise you are looking for. Scroll down, take a look around, and get comfy; here’s a bit about me: I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults, and while I have a lot of clients who are in different life phases, one thing tends to ring true for each of them: they want to feel less weighted by the voice that spins in their head, break past their fears, and start living a life they love.
(832) 742-7653 View (832) 742-7653
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Shelby Padgett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77075
Shelby Padgett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is dedicated to providing empathetic and comprehensive care to individuals and young adults. She specializes in helping clients navigate through various life challenges and emotional struggles, bringing a compassionate and solution-focused approach to her practice.
Shelby Padgett is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is dedicated to providing empathetic and comprehensive care to individuals and young adults. She specializes in helping clients navigate through various life challenges and emotional struggles, bringing a compassionate and solution-focused approach to her practice.
(346) 384-8844 View (346) 384-8844
The Center for PEACE, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S, LSOTP, LCDCI, LBSWIPR
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77005
Searching for PEACE?... We Have It. Imagine having the guidance to access Inner Peace, support for resolve and courage to embrace change. The Center for PEACE, PLLC will assist those desiring psychotherapy processing trauma, anxiety, depression, marital discord, addiction, play therapy and gender identify support. Our approach is to aid you through the journey of healing, mindfulness, insight and more importantly, peace. Let's us know when you are ready. We are here for you.
Searching for PEACE?... We Have It. Imagine having the guidance to access Inner Peace, support for resolve and courage to embrace change. The Center for PEACE, PLLC will assist those desiring psychotherapy processing trauma, anxiety, depression, marital discord, addiction, play therapy and gender identify support. Our approach is to aid you through the journey of healing, mindfulness, insight and more importantly, peace. Let's us know when you are ready. We are here for you.
(281) 816-4219 View (281) 816-4219
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Patrina Flanagan Harris
MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77065  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As human beings of any age, we have experienced trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for our lives to unravel. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have had these experiences and are struggling with the residue from them. I help my clients, who include children, adolescence and adults, to find healthy perceptions of themselves. I assist and support clients to be the author of their own lives. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and trauma.
As human beings of any age, we have experienced trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for our lives to unravel. My great passion is bringing healing to people who have had these experiences and are struggling with the residue from them. I help my clients, who include children, adolescence and adults, to find healthy perceptions of themselves. I assist and support clients to be the author of their own lives. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and trauma.
(832) 937-9298 View (832) 937-9298
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Todd Nall
LPC Associate, LPC-a
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77069
Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Do you need someone who understands the struggles you face as an employee, parent, or performer? As a therapist, my past experiences have been with athletes managing pressure and expectations, but I remain comfortable with people who feel the same pressures in their careers, finances, marriage, and other personal relationships. I want you to know that it can and will get better. You're not alone.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted? Do you need someone who understands the struggles you face as an employee, parent, or performer? As a therapist, my past experiences have been with athletes managing pressure and expectations, but I remain comfortable with people who feel the same pressures in their careers, finances, marriage, and other personal relationships. I want you to know that it can and will get better. You're not alone.
(346) 534-5815 View (346) 534-5815
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Hollie S Chambers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77002  (Online Only)
I am here to help remove the stigma of mental health counseling in the Brown, Black and Red communities. My passion is assisting clients gain self-acceptance, sustain intimate relationships and regain confidence. There is a special place in my heart for adolescents, specifically in the LGBTQ community. I am also passionate about people finding love. I have created a dating course that has been tested and proven affective with men and women.
I am here to help remove the stigma of mental health counseling in the Brown, Black and Red communities. My passion is assisting clients gain self-acceptance, sustain intimate relationships and regain confidence. There is a special place in my heart for adolescents, specifically in the LGBTQ community. I am also passionate about people finding love. I have created a dating course that has been tested and proven affective with men and women.
(281) 502-2075 View (281) 502-2075
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Teresa Lyn Urquiaga
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77062  (Online Only)
No one should have to face stress, anxiety, loneliness, isolation or depression without support. Everyone has a unique story, and I believe that telling your story has great therapeutic value for perspective, insight, and growth. I provide a warm, caring environment free of judgment where I help teens and adults on their own personal journey towards more fulfilling relationships, personal happiness, and improved mental health. I believe in building a strong bond with my clients so that I can help them to discover their own self-worth, reveal their personal goals, and identify their true priorities in life.
No one should have to face stress, anxiety, loneliness, isolation or depression without support. Everyone has a unique story, and I believe that telling your story has great therapeutic value for perspective, insight, and growth. I provide a warm, caring environment free of judgment where I help teens and adults on their own personal journey towards more fulfilling relationships, personal happiness, and improved mental health. I believe in building a strong bond with my clients so that I can help them to discover their own self-worth, reveal their personal goals, and identify their true priorities in life.
(346) 229-0769 View (346) 229-0769
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Alan Simberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCDC, ACN, CNET
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77019  (Online Only)
I assist individuals and couples who are experiencing relationship and parenting challenges as well as those who are struggling with addiction recovery or abuse issues. I help people to identify practical and realistic solutions to overcome their challenges and struggles and to achieve greater life satisfaction. I use a combination of traditional and complementary approaches and include each person's unique strengths in order to achieve the most timely solution possible. I have found that my approach to working with people has been particularly helpful to those who are willing to participate within a complementary, wholistic and individually focused perspective.
I assist individuals and couples who are experiencing relationship and parenting challenges as well as those who are struggling with addiction recovery or abuse issues. I help people to identify practical and realistic solutions to overcome their challenges and struggles and to achieve greater life satisfaction. I use a combination of traditional and complementary approaches and include each person's unique strengths in order to achieve the most timely solution possible. I have found that my approach to working with people has been particularly helpful to those who are willing to participate within a complementary, wholistic and individually focused perspective.
(281) 317-7935 View (281) 317-7935
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Heather Leigh Kilway
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, BS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
FOCUS: Couples, Families, Individuals with Relationship Challenges, Blended Families/Foster care and LGBTQ+. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate through the challenges and complexities of their relationships. My ultimate goal as a therapist is to empower my clients to have fulfilling and meaningful relationships, both with themselves and with others. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for my clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, gain insight, and learn tools to improve their relationships and sexual well-being.
FOCUS: Couples, Families, Individuals with Relationship Challenges, Blended Families/Foster care and LGBTQ+. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate through the challenges and complexities of their relationships. My ultimate goal as a therapist is to empower my clients to have fulfilling and meaningful relationships, both with themselves and with others. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for my clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, gain insight, and learn tools to improve their relationships and sexual well-being.
(832) 669-4920 View (832) 669-4920
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Amirah Rimal
DNP, ARNP, FNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77043  (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone seeking holistic care for various health concerns, including managing flu symptoms, ear infections, allergies, sinus infections, and weight loss. They want personalized, empathetic treatment that empowers them with knowledge about their health. Their goals include achieving overall wellness, improving their quality of life, and feeling supported and understood in their health journey. They seek a practitioner who listens, respects their cultural background, and provides comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
My ideal client is someone seeking holistic care for various health concerns, including managing flu symptoms, ear infections, allergies, sinus infections, and weight loss. They want personalized, empathetic treatment that empowers them with knowledge about their health. Their goals include achieving overall wellness, improving their quality of life, and feeling supported and understood in their health journey. They seek a practitioner who listens, respects their cultural background, and provides comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
(346) 588-7624 View (346) 588-7624
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Sharvalla Hinton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006  (Online Only)
Sharvalla Husband-Hinton is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She has an unending passion to help people who have experienced traumatic events and those who are just having a difficult time adjusting to life’s circumstances. One of her main focuses while working with clients is to instill hope. Sharvalla has over 10 years’ experience in the field. She has spent most of her professional career helping individuals who have experienced emotional dysregulation, mood swings, anxiety, anger, relationship issues, depression, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, mood disorders.
Sharvalla Husband-Hinton is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She has an unending passion to help people who have experienced traumatic events and those who are just having a difficult time adjusting to life’s circumstances. One of her main focuses while working with clients is to instill hope. Sharvalla has over 10 years’ experience in the field. She has spent most of her professional career helping individuals who have experienced emotional dysregulation, mood swings, anxiety, anger, relationship issues, depression, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, mood disorders.
(832) 864-5336 View (832) 864-5336
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Sabina Stolba
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77026  (Online Only)
I love helping people heal, grow, and tap into their full potential. I have a true passion for what I do, and nothing makes me happier than to see my clients make progress. I am a compassionate individual, known for being warm and inviting. However, I believe in challenging you when necessary. I strive to be authentic in my sessions, and truly connect with my clients.
I love helping people heal, grow, and tap into their full potential. I have a true passion for what I do, and nothing makes me happier than to see my clients make progress. I am a compassionate individual, known for being warm and inviting. However, I believe in challenging you when necessary. I strive to be authentic in my sessions, and truly connect with my clients.
(713) 364-1649 View (713) 364-1649
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Dr. Dennis Alvarez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77090
Hello, I'm Dennis Alvarez. Counseling should encourage and challenge individuals to meet their fullest potential by addressing their mental, emotional, and spiritual needs. When I work with clients, I like to help them understand how and why certain behaviors or patterns of behaviors occur. I work with individuals with a history of depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse issues.
Hello, I'm Dennis Alvarez. Counseling should encourage and challenge individuals to meet their fullest potential by addressing their mental, emotional, and spiritual needs. When I work with clients, I like to help them understand how and why certain behaviors or patterns of behaviors occur. I work with individuals with a history of depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse issues.
(281) 346-4038 View (281) 346-4038
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The Online Insomnia Center with Dr. Rosenblum
Psychologist, PsyD, DBSM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77030  (Online Only)
Has sleeping turned into a struggle? Are you tossing and turning at night or having trouble falling or staying asleep? Are you a night owl who finds it hard to get to bed on time? Maybe your sleep issues are starting to affect your health, mood, or how you function during the day. Perhaps you hoped your sleep problems would go away this summer. Hi, I'm Dr. Mark Rosenblum, a Sleep Psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the gold standard for treating insomnia. If you'd like to know more about CBT-I and how I can help you sleep better, feel free to reach out to me.
Has sleeping turned into a struggle? Are you tossing and turning at night or having trouble falling or staying asleep? Are you a night owl who finds it hard to get to bed on time? Maybe your sleep issues are starting to affect your health, mood, or how you function during the day. Perhaps you hoped your sleep problems would go away this summer. Hi, I'm Dr. Mark Rosenblum, a Sleep Psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the gold standard for treating insomnia. If you'd like to know more about CBT-I and how I can help you sleep better, feel free to reach out to me.
(832) 702-7336 View (832) 702-7336
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Farrin Velasco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, C-PD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77055
I ascribe to a humanistic and psychodynamic approach and philosophy of counseling with some cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) mixed in. I focus on client’s emotions, perspectives, and life experiences, rather than just treating symptoms. I believe incongruence, internalized conditions of worth, and unhealthy core beliefs contribute to emotional and psychological distress. Each client is different, what works for one will not work for all. I use a dynamically informed approach in order to create a treatment plan that is best suited to a client's unique needs and goals.
I ascribe to a humanistic and psychodynamic approach and philosophy of counseling with some cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) mixed in. I focus on client’s emotions, perspectives, and life experiences, rather than just treating symptoms. I believe incongruence, internalized conditions of worth, and unhealthy core beliefs contribute to emotional and psychological distress. Each client is different, what works for one will not work for all. I use a dynamically informed approach in order to create a treatment plan that is best suited to a client's unique needs and goals.
(832) 838-9513 View (832) 838-9513
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Stefanie Kuhn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
You can’t really figure out when things changed and you wonder when you will feel better again. You've tried to make changes; you've read books, talked with trusted friends and have tried the whole self-care-spa-day thing more times than you can count. Nothing seems to make a difference. You know it's time to get real help. I am here for you, to help you make the changes you need to feel happy and fulfilled with your life again. Learn more at: www.therapyworkswell.com
You can’t really figure out when things changed and you wonder when you will feel better again. You've tried to make changes; you've read books, talked with trusted friends and have tried the whole self-care-spa-day thing more times than you can count. Nothing seems to make a difference. You know it's time to get real help. I am here for you, to help you make the changes you need to feel happy and fulfilled with your life again. Learn more at: www.therapyworkswell.com
(281) 206-8557 View (281) 206-8557
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Bethany Kulp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77080  (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Bethany Kulp and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Texas with over 26 years of experience. Though I have worked with a variety of issues throughout my career, my primary focus is working with adult clients who are struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am a trauma specialist, and I have a great deal of experience working with survivors of childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault, and domestic violence. Along with mindfulness and cognitive approaches, I use somatic therapies that help you access your body's intrinsic healing capabilities.
Welcome! My name is Bethany Kulp and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Texas with over 26 years of experience. Though I have worked with a variety of issues throughout my career, my primary focus is working with adult clients who are struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. I am a trauma specialist, and I have a great deal of experience working with survivors of childhood abuse/neglect, sexual assault, and domestic violence. Along with mindfulness and cognitive approaches, I use somatic therapies that help you access your body's intrinsic healing capabilities.
(281) 729-0413 View (281) 729-0413
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Number of Therapists in Houston, TX

3,000+

Average cost per session

$135

Therapists in Houston, TX who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
87% Depression
73% Self Esteem
70% Coping Skills
66% Relationship Issues
65% Stress
64% Trauma and PTSD

Average years in practice

9 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

87% Aetna
81% Cigna and Evernorth
78% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in Houston, TX see their clients

51% In Person and Online
49% Online Only

Gender breakdown

81% Female
18% Male
1% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Houston?

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

Learn more about how to find a therapist

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

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

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

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

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

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

What type of therapy is right for me?

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

How much does therapy cost?

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

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

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

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

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

Is online therapy a good option?

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

Are therapy sessions confidential?

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