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Essence L. Uke
Pre-Licensed Professional, RSST, QIDP, QMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westland, MI 48186
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone facing challenges in their everyday life. They may be dealing with overwhelming debt, struggling to make sound financial decisions, or experiencing anxiety and conflict around money. Alternatively, they might be navigating the difficult journey of grief after losing a loved one, or they may be dealing with the long-lasting impacts of some other challenge. These clients need a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their feelings and experiences. They require practical tools and strategies to manage their emotions and make positive changes in their lives.
My ideal client is someone facing challenges in their everyday life. They may be dealing with overwhelming debt, struggling to make sound financial decisions, or experiencing anxiety and conflict around money. Alternatively, they might be navigating the difficult journey of grief after losing a loved one, or they may be dealing with the long-lasting impacts of some other challenge. These clients need a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their feelings and experiences. They require practical tools and strategies to manage their emotions and make positive changes in their lives.
(313) 631-8561 View (313) 631-8561
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Thrive Abundance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Westland, MI 48186  (Online Only)
Welcome to Thrive Abundance, where we offer online therapy for kids, teens, young adults, middle-aged adults, and aging adults. Led by Kyle Hill, a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in social work, homelessness support, probation, parole, corrections, and community outreach, our practice provides personalized individual and group sessions. Using evidence-based modalities like cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy, we address anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral problems, trauma, and life transitions. Kyle’s deep understanding of his community
Welcome to Thrive Abundance, where we offer online therapy for kids, teens, young adults, middle-aged adults, and aging adults. Led by Kyle Hill, a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in social work, homelessness support, probation, parole, corrections, and community outreach, our practice provides personalized individual and group sessions. Using evidence-based modalities like cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy, we address anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral problems, trauma, and life transitions. Kyle’s deep understanding of his community
(248) 665-8601 View (248) 665-8601
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Cortney Kacala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westland, MI 48186  (Online Only)
Taking that first brave step toward healing can feel intimidating at first. In order to be successful on your journey to better mental health, you need to feel safe and supported. It is my privilege to provide that to the individuals I serve as a mental health therapist. I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood, and learn healthy coping skills needed to navigate past trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, or daily stressors.
Taking that first brave step toward healing can feel intimidating at first. In order to be successful on your journey to better mental health, you need to feel safe and supported. It is my privilege to provide that to the individuals I serve as a mental health therapist. I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood, and learn healthy coping skills needed to navigate past trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, or daily stressors.
(248) 290-9533 View (248) 290-9533
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Michael Rosewood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-C, ACTRP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westland, MI 48186  (Online Only)
In my practice, I adopt an approach that puts your intrinsic strengths front and center, focusing on you as a unique individual. I take into account your overall well-being and draw from a specialized understanding of chronic, toxic stress, and complex trauma. My commitment is to establish an environment that fully embraces your needs, concerns, and aspirations. I strongly believe in the transformative power of recognizing and magnifying your inner strengths. Through a person-centered approach, my sole focus is on you – your experiences, your emotions, and your unique journey.
In my practice, I adopt an approach that puts your intrinsic strengths front and center, focusing on you as a unique individual. I take into account your overall well-being and draw from a specialized understanding of chronic, toxic stress, and complex trauma. My commitment is to establish an environment that fully embraces your needs, concerns, and aspirations. I strongly believe in the transformative power of recognizing and magnifying your inner strengths. Through a person-centered approach, my sole focus is on you – your experiences, your emotions, and your unique journey.
(313) 923-3791 View (313) 923-3791
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Carrie Lynn Laura-Haddix
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Hello, I'm accepting new clients! Do you feel as though you've been struggling, carrying the weight of fears and burdens, alone? Are you battling an addiction, anxiety, depression, traumatic/post traumatic stress, or grief and loss? Perhaps you're the parent or guardian of a school-aged child who’s struggling with behavioral or emotional challenges, or an older-adult feeling isolated and lonely? I want you to know that you are not alone.
Hello, I'm accepting new clients! Do you feel as though you've been struggling, carrying the weight of fears and burdens, alone? Are you battling an addiction, anxiety, depression, traumatic/post traumatic stress, or grief and loss? Perhaps you're the parent or guardian of a school-aged child who’s struggling with behavioral or emotional challenges, or an older-adult feeling isolated and lonely? I want you to know that you are not alone.
(313) 546-0426 View (313) 546-0426
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Cruz Clinic
MD
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Cruz Clinic is a family centered, out-patient mental health clinic that has provided comprehensive counseling services in the metro-Detroit area for over 25 years. Its commitment is to provide unexcelled professional services for the entire family from childhood through aging. Since it's inception the clinic's primary goal has been to tailor treatment plans to meet specific patient needs. This is done in conjucntion with the patient to enhace overall functioning by reflecting and building on innate strengths, developing stability, adjustment, and independence. Treatment also includes increasing coping skills to enable better decision-making and healthier lifestyle choices. To accomplish these goals, Cruz Clinic offers an interdisciplinary team of therapists (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Social Worker) who are constantly upgrading their professional credentails and training.
Cruz Clinic is a family centered, out-patient mental health clinic that has provided comprehensive counseling services in the metro-Detroit area for over 25 years. Its commitment is to provide unexcelled professional services for the entire family from childhood through aging. Since it's inception the clinic's primary goal has been to tailor treatment plans to meet specific patient needs. This is done in conjucntion with the patient to enhace overall functioning by reflecting and building on innate strengths, developing stability, adjustment, and independence. Treatment also includes increasing coping skills to enable better decision-making and healthier lifestyle choices. To accomplish these goals, Cruz Clinic offers an interdisciplinary team of therapists (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Social Worker) who are constantly upgrading their professional credentails and training.
(734) 606-4881 View (734) 606-4881
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Primacare, LLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Primacare has 11 therapists on staff to include psychologists, social workers and licensed professional counselors. We have been serving Southeast Michigan and Northern Ohio for over 28 years. Primacare recognizes the value of each and every individual. Through our programs and services, we have positioned ourselves to assist individuals by providing positive life changing experiences. The impact of our services can be measured by the feedback from our patients. Our goal is to empower each and every individual that receives services from us in order to allow them to live their life to the fullest.
Primacare has 11 therapists on staff to include psychologists, social workers and licensed professional counselors. We have been serving Southeast Michigan and Northern Ohio for over 28 years. Primacare recognizes the value of each and every individual. Through our programs and services, we have positioned ourselves to assist individuals by providing positive life changing experiences. The impact of our services can be measured by the feedback from our patients. Our goal is to empower each and every individual that receives services from us in order to allow them to live their life to the fullest.
(734) 752-4126 View (734) 752-4126
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Ciera Renee'
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, TLLP
Not Verified Not Verified
4 Endorsed
Westland, MI 48186
In the journey of life, we will all face numerous crossroads and challenges. The beauty is we do not have to face them alone. You may benefit from seeking support if you experience; Difficulty navigating life's transitions, working through grief and loss, seeking relief from stress, anxiety, and/or depression, struggle with communication and emotional expression in relationships, seeking to deepen your relationship and connection God, yourself and others, desire to gain coping skills, increase self esteem or career development. No matter where you are in life growth is possible.
In the journey of life, we will all face numerous crossroads and challenges. The beauty is we do not have to face them alone. You may benefit from seeking support if you experience; Difficulty navigating life's transitions, working through grief and loss, seeking relief from stress, anxiety, and/or depression, struggle with communication and emotional expression in relationships, seeking to deepen your relationship and connection God, yourself and others, desire to gain coping skills, increase self esteem or career development. No matter where you are in life growth is possible.
(734) 206-7142 View (734) 206-7142
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Darryl M Warner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westland, MI 48186
I have been working as a therapist since 1992 and a PH.D. Psychologist since 2004. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and couples. I have a wide range of experience providing support for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, marital discord, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, conduct disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, and oppositional defiant disorders. I also provide testing and assessments services for individuals seeking an evaluation of their intellectual functioning, academic functioning, and behavioral problems.
I have been working as a therapist since 1992 and a PH.D. Psychologist since 2004. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and couples. I have a wide range of experience providing support for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, marital discord, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, conduct disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, and oppositional defiant disorders. I also provide testing and assessments services for individuals seeking an evaluation of their intellectual functioning, academic functioning, and behavioral problems.
(734) 366-4219 View (734) 366-4219
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Amber Bussell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Amber Bussell is Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2020. She has a graduate degree in Social Work from Madonna University. Her professional journey as a social worker began in community mental health as an outpatient therapist. Her work in the field, consists of practicum experiences in adoption and foster care, in addition to a residential technician. Amber has devoted four years to working with adults with an array of metal health diagnosis. She has provided services to adults ranging from adolescents to older adults.
Amber Bussell is Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2020. She has a graduate degree in Social Work from Madonna University. Her professional journey as a social worker began in community mental health as an outpatient therapist. Her work in the field, consists of practicum experiences in adoption and foster care, in addition to a residential technician. Amber has devoted four years to working with adults with an array of metal health diagnosis. She has provided services to adults ranging from adolescents to older adults.
(734) 472-4180 View (734) 472-4180
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Renee Shaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Renee works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Renee believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Renee works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Renee believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
(734) 415-9359 View (734) 415-9359
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Morgan Jolly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Morgan Jolly is a Limited Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Bachelor's in Social Work from Eastern Michigan University and a Master's in Social Work from Wayne State University. Morgan believes that therapy is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment, and she cooperatively assists her clients in clarifying their goals for treatment. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, Morgan draws from a variety of methods to cultivate a tailored approach for each individual and situation.
Morgan Jolly is a Limited Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Bachelor's in Social Work from Eastern Michigan University and a Master's in Social Work from Wayne State University. Morgan believes that therapy is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment, and she cooperatively assists her clients in clarifying their goals for treatment. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, Morgan draws from a variety of methods to cultivate a tailored approach for each individual and situation.
(734) 999-3754 View (734) 999-3754
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Vanessa Maria Lewis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
About Vanessa Lewis Vanessa Lewis is a licensed Clinical Social Worker with over thirty-five years of experience providing individual, marriage/couples and family counseling for adults and adolescence. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology at Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Social Work Degree at Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan. Vanessa collaboratively teams with individuals and families specializing in treating depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
About Vanessa Lewis Vanessa Lewis is a licensed Clinical Social Worker with over thirty-five years of experience providing individual, marriage/couples and family counseling for adults and adolescence. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology at Eastern Michigan University and a Master of Social Work Degree at Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan. Vanessa collaboratively teams with individuals and families specializing in treating depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
(734) 789-6795 View (734) 789-6795
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Ruben Prado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LLMFT
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Ruben is a Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing in an outpatient setting since 2022. He has several years of prior experience working as a community-based therapist and in an adolescent group home setting. Ruben graduated with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Ruben believes that establishing a strong alliance with his clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. His main areas of focus include Family/Couples Therapy, Men's issues, and Military/Veterans issues.
Ruben is a Marriage and Family Therapist who has been practicing in an outpatient setting since 2022. He has several years of prior experience working as a community-based therapist and in an adolescent group home setting. Ruben graduated with a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Ruben believes that establishing a strong alliance with his clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. His main areas of focus include Family/Couples Therapy, Men's issues, and Military/Veterans issues.
(734) 562-6267 View (734) 562-6267
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Becca Guenther
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAGCS, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Westland, MI 48186  (Online Only)
Have you recently experienced the death of a loved one, encountered a significant life transition, or needed support in healing and nurturing your relationship with yourself? People usually experience distress and overwhelm long before deciding to begin working with a therapist and often lack meaningful support as they navigate life's challenges. You don't have to figure it all out by yourself. I'm here to help you learn how to embrace and integrate the difficult parts of your life into the rest of your being, a way to find healing and build a life that includes not just these complex parts but also the most joyful aspects of life.
Have you recently experienced the death of a loved one, encountered a significant life transition, or needed support in healing and nurturing your relationship with yourself? People usually experience distress and overwhelm long before deciding to begin working with a therapist and often lack meaningful support as they navigate life's challenges. You don't have to figure it all out by yourself. I'm here to help you learn how to embrace and integrate the difficult parts of your life into the rest of your being, a way to find healing and build a life that includes not just these complex parts but also the most joyful aspects of life.
(734) 412-7412 View (734) 412-7412
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Katie Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Katie Hughes is a fully licensed professional counselor in Michigan. She has been practicing for roughly five years with a background in treating substance abuse disorders, anxiety, depression and various forms of trauma and post traumatic stress disorders. She has experience in individual, group therapy and family therapy. She obtained both her Bachelors of Science and Masters in Counseling from Central Michigan University. Katie believes in creating resilience in order to overcome life's stressors. This requires deep introspection and learning to heal and cope in a healthy way.
Katie Hughes is a fully licensed professional counselor in Michigan. She has been practicing for roughly five years with a background in treating substance abuse disorders, anxiety, depression and various forms of trauma and post traumatic stress disorders. She has experience in individual, group therapy and family therapy. She obtained both her Bachelors of Science and Masters in Counseling from Central Michigan University. Katie believes in creating resilience in order to overcome life's stressors. This requires deep introspection and learning to heal and cope in a healthy way.
(734) 857-7572 View (734) 857-7572
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Lakita Snead
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Ms. Lakita Snead is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan who has been practicing since 2019. She is a graduate of Wayne State University. Ms. Lakita helps clients by showing empathy and giving a positive regard while creating a safe space. Her goal is to enhance quality of life and she will promote optimism. Ms. Lakita works with clients to identify goals, improve coping skills, enhance communication, strengthen self-esteem, and accomplish behavior change. The client will manage and maintain overall healthy wellbeing.
Ms. Lakita Snead is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Michigan who has been practicing since 2019. She is a graduate of Wayne State University. Ms. Lakita helps clients by showing empathy and giving a positive regard while creating a safe space. Her goal is to enhance quality of life and she will promote optimism. Ms. Lakita works with clients to identify goals, improve coping skills, enhance communication, strengthen self-esteem, and accomplish behavior change. The client will manage and maintain overall healthy wellbeing.
(734) 212-8330 View (734) 212-8330
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Deborah Kalfayan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Deborah Kalfayan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since 1990. She graduated from Boston University with a master's degree in Counseling and Education. She also graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in Psychology and Linguistics. She holds a certification in the treatment of drug and alcohol addictions (CAADC). Deborah believes in that drug addictions can be overcome and that individuals may return to a state of growth. Deborah treats psychological disorders with the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Deborah Kalfayan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since 1990. She graduated from Boston University with a master's degree in Counseling and Education. She also graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in Psychology and Linguistics. She holds a certification in the treatment of drug and alcohol addictions (CAADC). Deborah believes in that drug addictions can be overcome and that individuals may return to a state of growth. Deborah treats psychological disorders with the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(734) 206-7926 View (734) 206-7926
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Diana Schein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Diana Schein is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2019. Diana has a wide range of clinical experience working with children, adults, and older adults. Her passion and love for helping others is apparent in the way that she works with adults and children and their families. Diana specializes in working with those who have experienced trauma and are ready to find ways to work through difficulties that trauma can bring to one's life. Diana loves spending time with family, including going to the zoo and Eastern market in Detroit with her daughter and husband.
Diana Schein is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2019. Diana has a wide range of clinical experience working with children, adults, and older adults. Her passion and love for helping others is apparent in the way that she works with adults and children and their families. Diana specializes in working with those who have experienced trauma and are ready to find ways to work through difficulties that trauma can bring to one's life. Diana loves spending time with family, including going to the zoo and Eastern market in Detroit with her daughter and husband.
(734) 821-2985 View (734) 821-2985
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Marisa Schongalla
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186
Marisa graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Honors Psychology program at the University of Michigan in 1998. In 2003, she acquired a Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD) degree with a special emphasis on child and family therapy, from the California School of Professional Psychology. After a postdoctoral internship at the Department of Child Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente in Hayward, CA, she moved back to Michigan where she has resided since 2004. She has 20+ years of experience working with children and families.
Marisa graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the Honors Psychology program at the University of Michigan in 1998. In 2003, she acquired a Doctorate of Psychology (PsyD) degree with a special emphasis on child and family therapy, from the California School of Professional Psychology. After a postdoctoral internship at the Department of Child Psychiatry at Kaiser Permanente in Hayward, CA, she moved back to Michigan where she has resided since 2004. She has 20+ years of experience working with children and families.
(734) 259-6596 View (734) 259-6596
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Number of Therapists in 48186

50+

Average cost per session

$145

Therapists in 48186 who prioritize treating:

98% Anxiety
96% Depression
68% Grief
64% Trauma and PTSD
57% Life Transitions
51% Relationship Issues
43% ADHD

Average years in practice

8 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

94% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
90% BlueCross and BlueShield
90% Optum

How Therapists in 48186 see their clients

84% In Person and Online
16% Online Only

Gender breakdown

73% Female
27% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in 48186?

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.