Therapists in 53203
![Photo of Brooke Phelps, MHR, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e3e3d1fb-ece9-4a38-986f-ec7eca48e906/2/320x400.jpeg)
Brooke Phelps
Counselor, MHR, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Not accepting new clients
Beginning therapy can often be difficult and may carry a host of fears, uncertainties, and challenges. I believe that it can also be a life changing journey that can help explore those difficult pieces and peel those layers that have kept us from being our authentic selves. My clients are often young adults, parents, those starting a new phase in their life, or anyone navigating the process of individuation and creating change. My clients are often looking to create healthy boundaries and relationships with themselves and others. Many are healing from past trauma, toxic relationships, or entering a new phase in life.
Beginning therapy can often be difficult and may carry a host of fears, uncertainties, and challenges. I believe that it can also be a life changing journey that can help explore those difficult pieces and peel those layers that have kept us from being our authentic selves. My clients are often young adults, parents, those starting a new phase in their life, or anyone navigating the process of individuation and creating change. My clients are often looking to create healthy boundaries and relationships with themselves and others. Many are healing from past trauma, toxic relationships, or entering a new phase in life.
![Photo of Thomas A. Garland, PsyD, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b653c79-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a doctoral level psychotherapist that will identify your mental health problem quickly in a professional, confidential and respectful manner. I believe in working as a team with the patient to provide symptom relief in the problem areas. My approach to therapy involves helping you understand your problem so that you will feel comfortable throughout the therapeutic process. My doctoral degree is in clinical psychology. My clinic is certified by the state of Wisconsin as a Certified Mental Health Outpatient Clinic. This is your guarantee that we are doing things correctly to protect our patients.
I am a doctoral level psychotherapist that will identify your mental health problem quickly in a professional, confidential and respectful manner. I believe in working as a team with the patient to provide symptom relief in the problem areas. My approach to therapy involves helping you understand your problem so that you will feel comfortable throughout the therapeutic process. My doctoral degree is in clinical psychology. My clinic is certified by the state of Wisconsin as a Certified Mental Health Outpatient Clinic. This is your guarantee that we are doing things correctly to protect our patients.
![Photo of Carlos Ortega, LPC-IT, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0d01cfb4-e25c-4d7f-836a-7f9ea21d1002/2/320x400.jpeg)
Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming at times, and it's okay to seek support. I provide a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Whether you're seeking guidance in understanding your emotions, navigating complex relationships, exploring your sense of self, or transitioning through significant life changes. Therapy extends beyond just finding someone to listen; therapy can provide valuable insights, offer constructive feedback, and facilitate meaningful change. Therapy is a healing journey towards greater self-awareness and self development.
Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming at times, and it's okay to seek support. I provide a safe and compassionate space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Whether you're seeking guidance in understanding your emotions, navigating complex relationships, exploring your sense of self, or transitioning through significant life changes. Therapy extends beyond just finding someone to listen; therapy can provide valuable insights, offer constructive feedback, and facilitate meaningful change. Therapy is a healing journey towards greater self-awareness and self development.
![Photo of Jessie Dorner, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d81342ca-73b4-4a93-96ec-df11e98b2f65/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jessie Dorner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53203 (Online Only)
Over the last 15+ years, I have found passion in building connections with therapy clients who want to manage stress and anxiety, work through changes in their lives, and/or live more authentically. Often, people come in to therapy having tried it before, not connecting or feeling like their provider ”got” them. My first goal for therapy is to provide a space for you to be seen, heard, and validated. This allows for development of trust and a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Over the last 15+ years, I have found passion in building connections with therapy clients who want to manage stress and anxiety, work through changes in their lives, and/or live more authentically. Often, people come in to therapy having tried it before, not connecting or feeling like their provider ”got” them. My first goal for therapy is to provide a space for you to be seen, heard, and validated. This allows for development of trust and a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
![Photo of Eric Jay Ehrke, LCSW, LMFT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40b349c3-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Clients wanting to optimize their potential and willing to explore effective solutions from Western and Eastern wisdom traditions are my specialty. During my forty plus years working in psychiatric hospitals, leading residential treatment programs, teaching relationship courses for couples and presenting Mind, Body and Spirit healing seminars, helping others heal the core of their issue is my passion. I work with adolescents, adults, families and couples from every orientation. Of course, the LBGT community is welcome. Respectful of every religious orientation, I love working with anyone wanting to unite their physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual aspects of their being.
Clients wanting to optimize their potential and willing to explore effective solutions from Western and Eastern wisdom traditions are my specialty. During my forty plus years working in psychiatric hospitals, leading residential treatment programs, teaching relationship courses for couples and presenting Mind, Body and Spirit healing seminars, helping others heal the core of their issue is my passion. I work with adolescents, adults, families and couples from every orientation. Of course, the LBGT community is welcome. Respectful of every religious orientation, I love working with anyone wanting to unite their physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual aspects of their being.
![Photo of Joseph G Pikalek, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e3a49d7e-a88a-40ab-a167-5d90363c7887/2/320x400.jpeg)
It's important to me that my clients feel welcome and safe enough to show up exactly as they are. I do my best to attend to my clients in a fully present and available way so that I can deeply witness, listen, and respond with clarity, non-judgment, and compassion. I believe that psychotherapy can be a powerful vehicle for self-discovery, self-acceptance, and transformation. I draw on my own experiences of joy and suffering to be with my clients in a human way. I identify as Queer and Non-Binary and have been practicing Buddhism for 20+ years.
It's important to me that my clients feel welcome and safe enough to show up exactly as they are. I do my best to attend to my clients in a fully present and available way so that I can deeply witness, listen, and respond with clarity, non-judgment, and compassion. I believe that psychotherapy can be a powerful vehicle for self-discovery, self-acceptance, and transformation. I draw on my own experiences of joy and suffering to be with my clients in a human way. I identify as Queer and Non-Binary and have been practicing Buddhism for 20+ years.
![Photo of Brian Larsen, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c75e1a2f-4912-49cd-8fff-a67919aa4e66/1/320x400.jpeg)
Do you want to conquer your goals and move with precision in your life? I love helping men who are motivated to experience more satisfaction, who want more fulfilling relationships, and who want to move through life with the clarity that comes from fully connecting to yourself and your values. I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with people in all types of environments. I will help you become more aware of your mind, behavior, and feelings. Think growth and awareness as opposed to fixing.
Do you want to conquer your goals and move with precision in your life? I love helping men who are motivated to experience more satisfaction, who want more fulfilling relationships, and who want to move through life with the clarity that comes from fully connecting to yourself and your values. I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with people in all types of environments. I will help you become more aware of your mind, behavior, and feelings. Think growth and awareness as opposed to fixing.
![Photo of Mary Jane M. Demet, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d41cbbb-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Mary Jane M. Demet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53203
I enjoy walking a journey of self-discovery with clients who want to have a more meaningful life and enhanced interpersonal relationships. Struggling with depression and anxiety makes life seem overwhelming and change difficult. I can help.
I enjoy walking a journey of self-discovery with clients who want to have a more meaningful life and enhanced interpersonal relationships. Struggling with depression and anxiety makes life seem overwhelming and change difficult. I can help.
![Photo of Nikki Zellner, LCSW, SAC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d9f6a61-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Nikki Zellner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist, I rely heavily on the power of the therapeutic relationship, viewing this relationship as the foundation for safety in working with individuals and their internal systems. Our work together develops insight into one's own internal landscape and explores the wounds that create difficult emotions, thoughts and patterns in day to day life. Working together, such processing fosters a relationship with oneself in a way that goes beyond their past.
As a therapist, I rely heavily on the power of the therapeutic relationship, viewing this relationship as the foundation for safety in working with individuals and their internal systems. Our work together develops insight into one's own internal landscape and explores the wounds that create difficult emotions, thoughts and patterns in day to day life. Working together, such processing fosters a relationship with oneself in a way that goes beyond their past.
![Photo of Rachel Pfeifer, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5579ea8d-f00b-487f-bbf3-7959c49c7a92/1/320x400.png)
Rachel Pfeifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 2 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD and personality disorders. Rachel treats patients between ages 18 to 65+ utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in her approaches with clients. Rachel has extensive experience counseling adults, families and groups in clinical and residential settings. Rachel enjoys spending time with friends and family. She also loves being outdoors, traveling, exploring and hiking National Parks whenever she can.
Rachel Pfeifer is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 2 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, OCD and personality disorders. Rachel treats patients between ages 18 to 65+ utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in her approaches with clients. Rachel has extensive experience counseling adults, families and groups in clinical and residential settings. Rachel enjoys spending time with friends and family. She also loves being outdoors, traveling, exploring and hiking National Parks whenever she can.
![Photo of Melissa Geason, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b5b1c33a-45d6-4cd2-806e-024e5639da2d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults in settings that include outpatient, inpatient, school, and community-based. She uses treatment approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Structural family therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, play therapy, and crisis planning. She has a Bachelors degree in Family Studies and Human Relations and a Masters degree in Social Work. Melissa believes that it is a privilege to be a part of another person/families recovery and healing.
Melissa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience in the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents and adults in settings that include outpatient, inpatient, school, and community-based. She uses treatment approaches that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Structural family therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, play therapy, and crisis planning. She has a Bachelors degree in Family Studies and Human Relations and a Masters degree in Social Work. Melissa believes that it is a privilege to be a part of another person/families recovery and healing.
![Photo of Maureen Goldblatt, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/21d2c79e-01b5-4493-bf16-c72ad149c193/1/320x400.jpeg)
Maureen Goldblatt is a Licensed Therapist, Child Specialist/Family Mediator, and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor. She has over 20 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in areas including separation, divorce, depression, anxiety, anger management, mood disorders, grief, and abuse, as well as dual diagnosis of substance abuse and mental health concerns. She has dedicated a substantial part of her practice to working with families going through separation and divorce.
Maureen Goldblatt is a Licensed Therapist, Child Specialist/Family Mediator, and Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor. She has over 20 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in areas including separation, divorce, depression, anxiety, anger management, mood disorders, grief, and abuse, as well as dual diagnosis of substance abuse and mental health concerns. She has dedicated a substantial part of her practice to working with families going through separation and divorce.
![Photo of Jennifer Maxwell, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/893fb77f-9d36-46ad-bc7c-7f8c40b06f30/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jennifer Maxwell, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her master's degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. She has over 15 years of experience in the mental health field working with adolescents, adults, families and group treatment. Jennifer utilizes an eclectic approach in her practice utilizing a variety of evidence-based therapy models such as dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practice.
Jennifer Maxwell, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She received her master's degree in social work from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee. She has over 15 years of experience in the mental health field working with adolescents, adults, families and group treatment. Jennifer utilizes an eclectic approach in her practice utilizing a variety of evidence-based therapy models such as dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practice.
![Photo of Cayla Lund, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/833534bf-3c90-4e79-a788-38befda1a627/2/320x400.jpeg)
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 4 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla provides treatment to clients ages ranging from 10 years old and 35 years old. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 4 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla provides treatment to clients ages ranging from 10 years old and 35 years old. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
![Photo of Pamela Safran Grzesk, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/97c9a39a-f587-44b0-bba1-86235e5259da/1/320x400.png)
Pamela Safran Grzesk is a mental health therapist with over 10 years of experience, specializing in crisis counseling, symptom management, and life transitions. Pamela's counseling style is Person-centered and integrative, utilizing evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help people build insight and create lasting change in their lives. She celebrates human diversity and utilizes an understanding of various cultural and spiritual factors to partner with clients on their journeys of healing and wellness.
Pamela Safran Grzesk is a mental health therapist with over 10 years of experience, specializing in crisis counseling, symptom management, and life transitions. Pamela's counseling style is Person-centered and integrative, utilizing evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help people build insight and create lasting change in their lives. She celebrates human diversity and utilizes an understanding of various cultural and spiritual factors to partner with clients on their journeys of healing and wellness.
![Photo of Phillip Martinez - Higher Appeal Counseling & Coaching, MA, LCPC, CTLC, BS, Pastoral Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/de1098ef-5e07-4f52-a29d-175af323f1be/1/320x400.jpeg)
Higher Appeal Counseling & Coaching
Pastoral Counselor, MA, LCPC, CTLC, BS
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Phil Martinez works with people who have been deeply wounded on emotional, spiritual and physical levels. His capacity for empathy, extensive clinical pastoral training, and his relationship skills serve as an excellent tool in God's hands.
Phil Martinez works with people who have been deeply wounded on emotional, spiritual and physical levels. His capacity for empathy, extensive clinical pastoral training, and his relationship skills serve as an excellent tool in God's hands.
![Photo of Erik Stonecipher, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30473da0-ab96-44c5-b3b1-647d78df6084/2/320x400.jpeg)
Erik's approach to therapy is both warm and direct, believing that it his place to foster client's growth through understanding, compassion, and a focus on their strengths. During his studies and training, he has focused on individual identity development, feminist studies, systems theories of identity development, and cultural humility. His therapy is based heavily on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy's skills and Humanistic/Emotion Focused Therapy.
Erik's approach to therapy is both warm and direct, believing that it his place to foster client's growth through understanding, compassion, and a focus on their strengths. During his studies and training, he has focused on individual identity development, feminist studies, systems theories of identity development, and cultural humility. His therapy is based heavily on Dialectical Behavioral Therapy's skills and Humanistic/Emotion Focused Therapy.
![Photo of Reggie Thirus, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/81c8ff92-1094-46b6-9875-748e584b8846/1/320x400.jpeg)
Reggie Thirus is a licensed professional counselor who graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee in 2016. Reggie has been counseling for 6 years. Reggie works with adults, individuals and couples. Reggie has experience working with mood issues, LGBT issues, relationship issues, trauma issues and parenting issues. Reggie works with clients to help them change their negative thought and behavior patterns, helps them to recognize and understand more about their feelings and helps clients develop a more authentic self. Reggie enjoys exercise, listening to good music and getting outdoors to spend time in the sun.
Reggie Thirus is a licensed professional counselor who graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee in 2016. Reggie has been counseling for 6 years. Reggie works with adults, individuals and couples. Reggie has experience working with mood issues, LGBT issues, relationship issues, trauma issues and parenting issues. Reggie works with clients to help them change their negative thought and behavior patterns, helps them to recognize and understand more about their feelings and helps clients develop a more authentic self. Reggie enjoys exercise, listening to good music and getting outdoors to spend time in the sun.
![Photo of Natalie Clerkin, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/80734289-bf37-4397-bbe4-583fad342def/1/320x400.jpeg)
Natalie Clerkin, LPC Natalie Clerkin is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Natalie specializes in treating children, adolescents and young adults with anxiety disorders and OCD. She understands the impact that anxiety can have and treats depressive symptoms, interpersonal concerns, school issues, difficulties with life transitions, and challenges with self-esteem that may be occurring, as well. She collaborates with clients, tailoring treatment to meet their goals and needs.
Natalie Clerkin, LPC Natalie Clerkin is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. Natalie specializes in treating children, adolescents and young adults with anxiety disorders and OCD. She understands the impact that anxiety can have and treats depressive symptoms, interpersonal concerns, school issues, difficulties with life transitions, and challenges with self-esteem that may be occurring, as well. She collaborates with clients, tailoring treatment to meet their goals and needs.
![Photo of Cayla Lund, LPC, ATR, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f0ed8561-0562-45df-ade7-89071e316a31/1/320x400.jpeg)
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 5 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla provides treatment to clients ages ranging from 10 years old and 35 years old. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
Cayla Lund is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist with over 5 years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, and transitional concerns. Cayla is passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ community and helping navigate through related issues. Cayla provides treatment to clients ages ranging from 10 years old and 35 years old. Cayla utilizes Person Centered, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapy, and Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Cayla has experience counseling children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and groups in clinical and inpatient settings.
See more therapy options for 53203
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 53203
30+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in 53203 who prioritize treating:
97% | Anxiety |
93% | Depression |
67% | Life Transitions |
53% | Trauma and PTSD |
50% | Relationship Issues |
47% | Grief |
47% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
92% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
88% | Aetna |
76% | Other |
How Therapists in 53203 see their clients
94% | In Person and Online | |
6% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
59% | Female | |
38% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in 53203?
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
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.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.