Therapists in Herndon, VA

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Anita Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Do you experience excessive worry or fear? Have moments of panic in which you feel out of body? Dread the panic attack you know is coming? Our various experiences, relationships, or situations can greatly impact the course of our lives. Therapy can help provide the foundation to work through those experiences in a safe and confidential space. For anyone experiencing loss, major life events, and change, together, we will work to understand your unique journey, address the impact of past events, and support you in adapting to and thriving amidst life's transitions.
Do you experience excessive worry or fear? Have moments of panic in which you feel out of body? Dread the panic attack you know is coming? Our various experiences, relationships, or situations can greatly impact the course of our lives. Therapy can help provide the foundation to work through those experiences in a safe and confidential space. For anyone experiencing loss, major life events, and change, together, we will work to understand your unique journey, address the impact of past events, and support you in adapting to and thriving amidst life's transitions.
(571) 462-6247 View (571) 462-6247
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Gurusher Khalsa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Gurusher has been a therapist in Northern Virginia for over 25 years and has extensive experience helping her clients to improve emotional health and well being. Her modality is working with individual adults on emotional adjustment, stress, family, work and relationship concerns, life transitions and perinatal/postpartum adjustment. She has specialized understanding of the gifted population and possible impacts on adult life. She is committed to the well being of her clients and dedicates time, planning and thoughtfulness to assist clients with their goals.
Gurusher has been a therapist in Northern Virginia for over 25 years and has extensive experience helping her clients to improve emotional health and well being. Her modality is working with individual adults on emotional adjustment, stress, family, work and relationship concerns, life transitions and perinatal/postpartum adjustment. She has specialized understanding of the gifted population and possible impacts on adult life. She is committed to the well being of her clients and dedicates time, planning and thoughtfulness to assist clients with their goals.
(540) 923-0926 View (540) 923-0926
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LeslieGrace Craver
LMSW, ReikiM, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Consider pausing and taking a breath. You are moving forward& it often requires a new lens,new tools and a partnership with a professional. Welcome to Healing & Growth! I utilize mind/body/spirit integrative therapies including Compassion Focused therapy, Yoga & Reiki to assist individuals, partners&families experiencing life transitions, grief & loss and unhealthy generational patterns.Together we identify and build upon core beliefs and existing strengths. Through the process self-limiting beliefs shift to self-enhancing beliefs.*My professional & personal ethical mandate includes being actively opposed to racism in all its forms.
Consider pausing and taking a breath. You are moving forward& it often requires a new lens,new tools and a partnership with a professional. Welcome to Healing & Growth! I utilize mind/body/spirit integrative therapies including Compassion Focused therapy, Yoga & Reiki to assist individuals, partners&families experiencing life transitions, grief & loss and unhealthy generational patterns.Together we identify and build upon core beliefs and existing strengths. Through the process self-limiting beliefs shift to self-enhancing beliefs.*My professional & personal ethical mandate includes being actively opposed to racism in all its forms.
(703) 775-4612 View (703) 775-4612
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Melissa Brinson, Psychotherapy and Counseling Svs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC-S, LCAS, CCS, BC-TMHC, CSAT- C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Mental illness and addiction do not discriminate. They provide complex difficulties for the patients and their loved ones. I am specializing in treatment for Sex Addiction for either the individual with addiction or their partner. Treatment is not billed under insurance which ensures your privacy. Additional services includes support for fatherless daughters, individuals suffering with depression, trauma, and anxiety. I also offer clinical supervision for individuals with provisional licenses for both Mental Health (LCMHC-A) and Addiction (LCAS-A).
Mental illness and addiction do not discriminate. They provide complex difficulties for the patients and their loved ones. I am specializing in treatment for Sex Addiction for either the individual with addiction or their partner. Treatment is not billed under insurance which ensures your privacy. Additional services includes support for fatherless daughters, individuals suffering with depression, trauma, and anxiety. I also offer clinical supervision for individuals with provisional licenses for both Mental Health (LCMHC-A) and Addiction (LCAS-A).
(540) 501-6495 View (540) 501-6495
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Deepti Mishra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Conflicts in your relationships, feeling alone, disconnected, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Struggling with strong emotions? Wanting to create a secure bond with your partner and self? If you are seeking help because you have tried everything and nothing is helping. you are doing the right thing by reaching out for help. You are not alone. Let me guide you out of your painful situation and help you create hope, peace, calm, and contentment in your life. My goal is to help you connect with your own strengths and face life's challenges with confidence. I am ready to help you to bring in the desired change, if you are.
Conflicts in your relationships, feeling alone, disconnected, stressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Struggling with strong emotions? Wanting to create a secure bond with your partner and self? If you are seeking help because you have tried everything and nothing is helping. you are doing the right thing by reaching out for help. You are not alone. Let me guide you out of your painful situation and help you create hope, peace, calm, and contentment in your life. My goal is to help you connect with your own strengths and face life's challenges with confidence. I am ready to help you to bring in the desired change, if you are.
(571) 526-0369 View (571) 526-0369
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Robin Knoblach
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Welcome! I offer a warm, accepting, and confidential space to explore your problems and concerns, and a partnership where we can work together to address them. I approach therapy and counseling as a collaborative and relational endeavor where we put together my expertise with the strengths and the strivings that have gotten you this far. Together we will develop an understanding of the challenges you are struggling with and help you meet those challenges so that you can grow and thrive.
Welcome! I offer a warm, accepting, and confidential space to explore your problems and concerns, and a partnership where we can work together to address them. I approach therapy and counseling as a collaborative and relational endeavor where we put together my expertise with the strengths and the strivings that have gotten you this far. Together we will develop an understanding of the challenges you are struggling with and help you meet those challenges so that you can grow and thrive.
(703) 454-8498 x801 View (703) 454-8498 x801
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Dan Roth
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC, CBIS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20171
I work with adults and adolescents to create lasting change by increasing self-awareness and identifying barriers to personal growth. I strive to create a genuine, empathic, collaborative environment where you can safely explore difficult topics, gain insight into yourself, and build upon your intrinsic strengths to make the changes you want to make. I aim to help you identify outdated patterns of thinking and behavior that no longer serve you and choose alternatives that are in line with your goals.
I work with adults and adolescents to create lasting change by increasing self-awareness and identifying barriers to personal growth. I strive to create a genuine, empathic, collaborative environment where you can safely explore difficult topics, gain insight into yourself, and build upon your intrinsic strengths to make the changes you want to make. I aim to help you identify outdated patterns of thinking and behavior that no longer serve you and choose alternatives that are in line with your goals.
(571) 630-3237 View (571) 630-3237
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Gabriela Marquez Canale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
Why am I acting this way? Why am I like this? Can I feel better? I understand how painful and disconcerting feeling like this can be. And yet, I believe you deserve to truly know, accept, appreciate and love all of you. I will guide and support you in your therapeutic journey, and you will learn the skills to understand your past, face your present with more confidence, and ultimately look forward to enjoying your future. Self-discovery and healing are essential to leading a fulfilled life and they are a long-term investment in you and your loved ones.
Why am I acting this way? Why am I like this? Can I feel better? I understand how painful and disconcerting feeling like this can be. And yet, I believe you deserve to truly know, accept, appreciate and love all of you. I will guide and support you in your therapeutic journey, and you will learn the skills to understand your past, face your present with more confidence, and ultimately look forward to enjoying your future. Self-discovery and healing are essential to leading a fulfilled life and they are a long-term investment in you and your loved ones.
(571) 568-8072 View (571) 568-8072
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Kaitlyn Henry
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
With a background in social work, I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and families. I believe that feelings and behaviors are impacted by the interaction of our own, internal factors, and the environment around us. As children, we learn so much by observation, including how to worry. Through use of cognitive-behavioral therapy, I teach children, adolescents and adults that anxiety is learned within families, as well as how worry moves through our bodies, and the skills to make that worry feel smaller. Big emotions, including anxiety, have a way of bossing us around, but we can learn how to take charge.
With a background in social work, I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and families. I believe that feelings and behaviors are impacted by the interaction of our own, internal factors, and the environment around us. As children, we learn so much by observation, including how to worry. Through use of cognitive-behavioral therapy, I teach children, adolescents and adults that anxiety is learned within families, as well as how worry moves through our bodies, and the skills to make that worry feel smaller. Big emotions, including anxiety, have a way of bossing us around, but we can learn how to take charge.
(571) 520-8695 View (571) 520-8695
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Johni J Spinelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, Johni, J, Spinell, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I will assist you in a caring and professional manner to find realistic answers and solutions that make sense to you in your life, and allow you to more effectively manage each day. I bring over 30 years of experience working effectively with adults, children, families, and couples with a wide range of problems, from mild to severe in nature. My therapeutic approach is strength-based and practical. I draw from a number of different treatment approaches (including but not limited to: CBT, Humanistic, Family Systems, DBT) to most effectively address your presenting issues, reduce symptoms, and meet your goals in seeking treatment.
I will assist you in a caring and professional manner to find realistic answers and solutions that make sense to you in your life, and allow you to more effectively manage each day. I bring over 30 years of experience working effectively with adults, children, families, and couples with a wide range of problems, from mild to severe in nature. My therapeutic approach is strength-based and practical. I draw from a number of different treatment approaches (including but not limited to: CBT, Humanistic, Family Systems, DBT) to most effectively address your presenting issues, reduce symptoms, and meet your goals in seeking treatment.
(571) 384-4612 View (571) 384-4612
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Georgianna Achilles - Telehealth
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Herndon, VA 20170
There are many reasons people seek support, and none of us is immune to the stress of coping with life's challenges. I work with adults and children/teens who seek therapy for issues such as stress-management, coping with difficult emotions (depression/anxiety/anger), relationship issues, parenting strategies, and healing from trauma and loss. Together we assess the root causes of problems and collaborate to develop a treatment approach. I integrate evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and play therapy/expressive arts approaches (as appropriate).
There are many reasons people seek support, and none of us is immune to the stress of coping with life's challenges. I work with adults and children/teens who seek therapy for issues such as stress-management, coping with difficult emotions (depression/anxiety/anger), relationship issues, parenting strategies, and healing from trauma and loss. Together we assess the root causes of problems and collaborate to develop a treatment approach. I integrate evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and play therapy/expressive arts approaches (as appropriate).
(703) 348-9719 View (703) 348-9719
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Michael T. Greelis
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
I provide counseling services to adolescents, adults, and preteens. I see people for individual, family, and couples counseling. Services for individuals address the following conditions: depression; bipolar disorder (in conjunction with a psychiatrist); trauma and grief; disruptive behavior including anger problems; substance abuse; and work/professional problems involving mood or other behavioral problems.
I provide counseling services to adolescents, adults, and preteens. I see people for individual, family, and couples counseling. Services for individuals address the following conditions: depression; bipolar disorder (in conjunction with a psychiatrist); trauma and grief; disruptive behavior including anger problems; substance abuse; and work/professional problems involving mood or other behavioral problems.
(703) 935-5782 View (703) 935-5782
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Dina Friedman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Not accepting new clients
I am a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in private practice. I have helped many individuals to develop more peaceful lives, working through feelings of depression, anxiety and relationship struggles. I love working with parents, especially because their growth can have such a positive impact on their children. I have a special interest in working with caregivers of special needs children. This passion developed after facing the challenge of parenting my own special needs child. During COVID-19 I will discount rates to make therapy affordable to parents who have medically fragile or behaviorally challenged kids.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in private practice. I have helped many individuals to develop more peaceful lives, working through feelings of depression, anxiety and relationship struggles. I love working with parents, especially because their growth can have such a positive impact on their children. I have a special interest in working with caregivers of special needs children. This passion developed after facing the challenge of parenting my own special needs child. During COVID-19 I will discount rates to make therapy affordable to parents who have medically fragile or behaviorally challenged kids.
(703) 828-0508 View (703) 828-0508
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Ashley Hallheimer
Psychologist, PsyD, MSc
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. During my time in the mental health field, I have worked in a variety of settings such as emergency services, residential treatment, LGBTQIA+ behavioral health clinic, community mental health, university-counseling center, and private practice. I focus therapy to promote positive wellbeing and resiliency. My overall objective is to help individuals to become their own therapist, so that they feel empowered to move through life with dignity, grace, and compassion.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. During my time in the mental health field, I have worked in a variety of settings such as emergency services, residential treatment, LGBTQIA+ behavioral health clinic, community mental health, university-counseling center, and private practice. I focus therapy to promote positive wellbeing and resiliency. My overall objective is to help individuals to become their own therapist, so that they feel empowered to move through life with dignity, grace, and compassion.
(571) 380-7927 View (571) 380-7927
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Mary Rogers Kirby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, my name is Mary Rogers Kirby and I'm a licensed professional counselor specializing in anxiety, OCD, stressors and trauma. Taking the step to seek help is a powerful act of self-care, and I'm here to support you. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, not quite yourself, or stuck in patterns of inaction, I understand. Perhaps you feel like you are just managing the basics and floating through life. Maybe you experience intense thoughts and moods. You're ready for change, to live a more fulfilling life where you manage your thoughts and emotions better and embrace a more positive, optimistic outlook. I'm here to help you achieve that.
Hi, my name is Mary Rogers Kirby and I'm a licensed professional counselor specializing in anxiety, OCD, stressors and trauma. Taking the step to seek help is a powerful act of self-care, and I'm here to support you. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, not quite yourself, or stuck in patterns of inaction, I understand. Perhaps you feel like you are just managing the basics and floating through life. Maybe you experience intense thoughts and moods. You're ready for change, to live a more fulfilling life where you manage your thoughts and emotions better and embrace a more positive, optimistic outlook. I'm here to help you achieve that.
(703) 687-1548 View (703) 687-1548
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Deborah Sanders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with parents who are struggling. Struggling with the extra needs of a child/teen or even adults who are affected by trauma, substance use, or other special needs. Many grew their family by adoption. Maybe becoming a parent through adoption was not what you expected or you’re struggling as a special needs parent. Maybe you are an adoptee yourself and struggling with things like feeling really guilty or wondering where you fit. My clients want to better understand themselves and their family dynamics to feel more whole and secure.
I work with parents who are struggling. Struggling with the extra needs of a child/teen or even adults who are affected by trauma, substance use, or other special needs. Many grew their family by adoption. Maybe becoming a parent through adoption was not what you expected or you’re struggling as a special needs parent. Maybe you are an adoptee yourself and struggling with things like feeling really guilty or wondering where you fit. My clients want to better understand themselves and their family dynamics to feel more whole and secure.
(571) 556-1699 View (571) 556-1699
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
(571) 568-8010 View (571) 568-8010
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Peter David Goldberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EFT-Cer, DCEP
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Not accepting new clients
Marriage, relationships, PTSD, Trauma, anxiety, stress, depression. Creating an environment in which people safely express their feelings, learn to manage the stressors in their relationships and to meet their goals is an essential focus of my practice. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years experience in providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. I have had specialized training and experience in the treatment of couples, trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I have also focused on helping individuals and couples whose relationships have suffered from intense conflicts, stressors and emotions. I am fluent in Spanish and a working knowledge of French.
Marriage, relationships, PTSD, Trauma, anxiety, stress, depression. Creating an environment in which people safely express their feelings, learn to manage the stressors in their relationships and to meet their goals is an essential focus of my practice. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years experience in providing psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. I have had specialized training and experience in the treatment of couples, trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I have also focused on helping individuals and couples whose relationships have suffered from intense conflicts, stressors and emotions. I am fluent in Spanish and a working knowledge of French.
(703) 348-0926 View (703) 348-0926
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Robin Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
One of the key beliefs that I hold regarding therapy is that clients generally know what is best for them. Rather than telling clients what to do, I help explore options, loosen possiblities, examine potential consequences and empower clients to make decisions that will ultimately lead to healthy relationships. This is done in a supportive, respectful and collaborative environement.
One of the key beliefs that I hold regarding therapy is that clients generally know what is best for them. Rather than telling clients what to do, I help explore options, loosen possiblities, examine potential consequences and empower clients to make decisions that will ultimately lead to healthy relationships. This is done in a supportive, respectful and collaborative environement.
(540) 491-4816 x703625 View (540) 491-4816 x703625
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Alison Behar, LCSW at Therapy With Compassion, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Herndon, VA 20170
Pursuing therapy is a courageous act! I recognize the difficulty of this choice and have great respect for each client who presents themselves to me for help. My aim is to make therapy a safe place where you can express your feelings openly, work through difficult issues and develop tools and solutions. My approach to therapy is to start with a strong relationship based on trust and acceptance, identify your goals and use cognitive behavioral therapy tools to teach you how to look at the ways your thinking patterns influence your feelings about yourself and ultimately how you behave in your life.
Pursuing therapy is a courageous act! I recognize the difficulty of this choice and have great respect for each client who presents themselves to me for help. My aim is to make therapy a safe place where you can express your feelings openly, work through difficult issues and develop tools and solutions. My approach to therapy is to start with a strong relationship based on trust and acceptance, identify your goals and use cognitive behavioral therapy tools to teach you how to look at the ways your thinking patterns influence your feelings about yourself and ultimately how you behave in your life.
(571) 470-5614 View (571) 470-5614
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Number of Therapists in Herndon, VA

400+

Average cost per session

$150

Therapists in Herndon, VA who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
87% Depression
69% Coping Skills
63% Self Esteem
61% Trauma and PTSD
53% Grief
53% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

13 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

84% Cigna and Evernorth
81% Aetna
80% BlueCross and BlueShield

How Therapists in Herndon, VA see their clients

63% Online Only
37% In Person and Online

Gender breakdown

85% Female
15% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Herndon?

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.