Therapists in 60194
![Photo of Kevin Stromberg, MS Ed, LCPC, NCC, ACS, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/34a09938-14f6-4031-bc7a-83fe4d9d9667/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am offering both Clinical Supervision to Master's Prepared Therapists pursuing their LPC/LCPC and providing Clinical Consultation to fully licensed therapists. I am also accepting a small number of individual therapy clients. All services provided via telehealth. I only offer therapy services via Self Pay. For therapy clients, Super Bills are available upon request. Supervision fees and payment will be discussed.
I am offering both Clinical Supervision to Master's Prepared Therapists pursuing their LPC/LCPC and providing Clinical Consultation to fully licensed therapists. I am also accepting a small number of individual therapy clients. All services provided via telehealth. I only offer therapy services via Self Pay. For therapy clients, Super Bills are available upon request. Supervision fees and payment will be discussed.
![Photo of Mark Brenzinger, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/530bfa08-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I provide Forensic and Clinical Evaluations / Consultation Services in the Chicagoland area and Nationally. Psychological Evaluation Services: Psychosexual Risk Evaluation (Pre-Trial, Post-Conviction / Pre-Sentence, Post-Sentence and for DCFS); Sex Offender Evaluation (State and Federal Cases); Psychosexual Evaluation (Sexually Problematic Behaviors / Addiction); Violence Risk and Threat Assessment (Workplace, K-12, University, and Private Individuals); Mental Health Certification for Firearm Possession Evaluation (IL-FOID). Clients include adult and adolescent males and females.
I provide Forensic and Clinical Evaluations / Consultation Services in the Chicagoland area and Nationally. Psychological Evaluation Services: Psychosexual Risk Evaluation (Pre-Trial, Post-Conviction / Pre-Sentence, Post-Sentence and for DCFS); Sex Offender Evaluation (State and Federal Cases); Psychosexual Evaluation (Sexually Problematic Behaviors / Addiction); Violence Risk and Threat Assessment (Workplace, K-12, University, and Private Individuals); Mental Health Certification for Firearm Possession Evaluation (IL-FOID). Clients include adult and adolescent males and females.
![Photo of Anthony Mason, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/934f9c49-570c-4893-a503-e2406078e7b5/1/320x400.jpeg)
Anthony Mason is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. He graduated with his Master of Social Work and has experience working as a school social worker in a kindergarten through 8th grade school. Anthony specializes in working with children and adolescents who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger, and other behavioral health issues. He enjoys using a strength-based approach incorporated with cognitive behavior therapy and solution focused techniques. He is passionate about understanding people and helping them take the steps towards change.
Anthony Mason is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. He graduated with his Master of Social Work and has experience working as a school social worker in a kindergarten through 8th grade school. Anthony specializes in working with children and adolescents who struggle with depression, anxiety, anger, and other behavioral health issues. He enjoys using a strength-based approach incorporated with cognitive behavior therapy and solution focused techniques. He is passionate about understanding people and helping them take the steps towards change.
![Photo of Heather Farina, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/31aa7cc8-190f-43f1-8599-d9c36ce1db53/1/320x400.jpeg)
Heather Farina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2009. She has a Masters in Social Work from Jane Addams College of Social Work at University of Illinois at Chicago. Heather has 15 years of experience working in the field of Social Work with an emphasis on individuals who have experienced trauma, depression anxiety and grief. She meets clients where they are and forges with them a path to achieve their goals, step by step. Specifically, Heather can offer EMDR, CBT, and REBT to clients.
Heather Farina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2009. She has a Masters in Social Work from Jane Addams College of Social Work at University of Illinois at Chicago. Heather has 15 years of experience working in the field of Social Work with an emphasis on individuals who have experienced trauma, depression anxiety and grief. She meets clients where they are and forges with them a path to achieve their goals, step by step. Specifically, Heather can offer EMDR, CBT, and REBT to clients.
![Photo of Sara Garl, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e0918d53-8f7f-4feb-a588-0b0ba71949cc/1/320x400.jpeg)
Therapy is a creative process built on a strong partnership. I believe the best outcomes start with honoring your own experiences, inherent wisdom and strengths. I believe that forging a path toward healing is best accomplished through compassionate understanding and acceptance of the past. My job is not to judge. It is to listen, support and guide you in understanding the areas in your life that may need attention. Together, we will identify goals and create a thoughtful, wise life plan in which healthy, effective change is possible.
Therapy is a creative process built on a strong partnership. I believe the best outcomes start with honoring your own experiences, inherent wisdom and strengths. I believe that forging a path toward healing is best accomplished through compassionate understanding and acceptance of the past. My job is not to judge. It is to listen, support and guide you in understanding the areas in your life that may need attention. Together, we will identify goals and create a thoughtful, wise life plan in which healthy, effective change is possible.
![Photo of Monica Reaves, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c1b31100-a1c1-4318-af1e-7d10063ae690/2/320x400.png)
Monica Reaves
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60194 (Online Only)
Successful life management requires self-awareness, self-acceptance and balance. Knowing one's strengths and weaknesses is also important. My purpose as a Therapist is to help clients identify problematic thoughts and behaviors that interfere with living their best life. My approach to counseling includes: Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to build an alliance with my clients and help them create a realistic growth and development plan to improve their quality of life.
Successful life management requires self-awareness, self-acceptance and balance. Knowing one's strengths and weaknesses is also important. My purpose as a Therapist is to help clients identify problematic thoughts and behaviors that interfere with living their best life. My approach to counseling includes: Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to build an alliance with my clients and help them create a realistic growth and development plan to improve their quality of life.
![Photo of Susan Davis, LCPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/211771f9-2f23-45a9-9bd1-902a1f303989/1/320x400.jpeg)
Specialties: Palliative care (comfort care) for individuals and families coping with terminal illnesses. Bereavement/grief issues due to expected and unexpected losses. Loss due to suicide, drug overdose, and accidental deaths. Post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, panic and anxiety disorders and anger management. Adult patients. It is essential for people to feel they are able to manage their emotions and their emotions are not controlling their lives. I'm bad, I'm weak, there is something wrong with me, are mistaken ideas people have when they are suffering emotional pain.
Specialties: Palliative care (comfort care) for individuals and families coping with terminal illnesses. Bereavement/grief issues due to expected and unexpected losses. Loss due to suicide, drug overdose, and accidental deaths. Post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, panic and anxiety disorders and anger management. Adult patients. It is essential for people to feel they are able to manage their emotions and their emotions are not controlling their lives. I'm bad, I'm weak, there is something wrong with me, are mistaken ideas people have when they are suffering emotional pain.
![Photo of Meghan Scully, LCSW, CADC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4700ac5f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Meghan Scully
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hoffman Estates, IL 60194
Not accepting new clients
Hello! I respect your courage and vision to seek a higher self, and I would be honored to assist you in this journey. In our individual and collective paths in life, clarity is sometimes elusive and the path foggy. It's good to join forces. My goal is to help you break free from what holds you in the pain of the past, so that you may walk freely in your own truth and light. Welcome to your next chapter!
Hello! I respect your courage and vision to seek a higher self, and I would be honored to assist you in this journey. In our individual and collective paths in life, clarity is sometimes elusive and the path foggy. It's good to join forces. My goal is to help you break free from what holds you in the pain of the past, so that you may walk freely in your own truth and light. Welcome to your next chapter!
![Photo of Kate Geiser, MA, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/295a7072-e96b-49a6-bb1e-a2b4756daf7c/1/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that people have primary accountability for their own lives, and that within each of us is the power and capacity to make choices that will lead to happiness and fulfillment. However, sometimes there are obstacles that must first be overcome (for example, anger, depression, trauma, anxiety, sexual identity issues, relationship problems, etc.) to be able to make healthy choices. I assist my clients along their journey of self-discovery as they learn how to empower themselves to overcome their obstacles. They then are able to make choices that will lead them to the life they want to have.
I believe that people have primary accountability for their own lives, and that within each of us is the power and capacity to make choices that will lead to happiness and fulfillment. However, sometimes there are obstacles that must first be overcome (for example, anger, depression, trauma, anxiety, sexual identity issues, relationship problems, etc.) to be able to make healthy choices. I assist my clients along their journey of self-discovery as they learn how to empower themselves to overcome their obstacles. They then are able to make choices that will lead them to the life they want to have.
![Photo of Martin W. Scripp, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b5928f1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/4/320x400.jpeg)
My primary clinical interests involve adults and couples with presenting problems that may include depression, anxiety, work stress, post-traumatic stress, panic attacks, couples/marital issues, intimacy, shyness, low self-esteem, domestic violence and developmental issues of adulthood. I often ask people..."who was there for you early in life, who believed in you, took an interest in you, or looked out for you?" Many don't believe anyone was there, in which case there may be feelings of emptiness or loss. Wise intervention can help to give insight resulting in direction and purpose in their lives.
My primary clinical interests involve adults and couples with presenting problems that may include depression, anxiety, work stress, post-traumatic stress, panic attacks, couples/marital issues, intimacy, shyness, low self-esteem, domestic violence and developmental issues of adulthood. I often ask people..."who was there for you early in life, who believed in you, took an interest in you, or looked out for you?" Many don't believe anyone was there, in which case there may be feelings of emptiness or loss. Wise intervention can help to give insight resulting in direction and purpose in their lives.
![Photo of Adrienne Ahlquist, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5f87d236-f898-41b6-85ad-1c258fec2c98/3/320x400.jpeg)
Adrienne Ahlquist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hoffman Estates, IL 60194 (Online Only)
Anxiety and fear can be crippling and can greatly interfere with your ability to function. It doesn't have to be that way. As a therapist who has been in the field for over 24 years, I can help you overcome phobias, worries, panic attacks, and OCD behaviors so that you can return to a higher quality of life.
Anxiety and fear can be crippling and can greatly interfere with your ability to function. It doesn't have to be that way. As a therapist who has been in the field for over 24 years, I can help you overcome phobias, worries, panic attacks, and OCD behaviors so that you can return to a higher quality of life.
![Photo of Christopher D. Watson, PsyD, ABPP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/54986019-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Christopher D. Watson
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60194
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that good treatment starts with a solid treatment plan and a good fit between the therapist and the client. I am holistic in my approach to addressing cognitive, social, personality, spiritual, and biological (e.g., sleep and diet) needs relevant to my clients' concerns. My practice strives to treat every individual as if they were our own family member.
I believe that good treatment starts with a solid treatment plan and a good fit between the therapist and the client. I am holistic in my approach to addressing cognitive, social, personality, spiritual, and biological (e.g., sleep and diet) needs relevant to my clients' concerns. My practice strives to treat every individual as if they were our own family member.
![Photo of Brandy Kenworthy, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3306942f-a378-481f-b858-4b6d1a00c429/2/320x400.jpeg)
Brandy Kenworthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60194
You deserve a life that is worthy of you! And I'm glad you're here and ready to begin your journey of healing and growth. As your therapist, I will offer you a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your concerns, experiences, hopes, fears and goals. I have an empathetic and interactive approach that highlights the importance of the therapeutic relationship in facilitating personal growth through self understanding. I have a supportive and goal oriented style in which I utilize psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness orientations to help you decrease your negative feelings and improve your functioning and well-being.
You deserve a life that is worthy of you! And I'm glad you're here and ready to begin your journey of healing and growth. As your therapist, I will offer you a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your concerns, experiences, hopes, fears and goals. I have an empathetic and interactive approach that highlights the importance of the therapeutic relationship in facilitating personal growth through self understanding. I have a supportive and goal oriented style in which I utilize psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness orientations to help you decrease your negative feelings and improve your functioning and well-being.
![Photo of Whitney Freeman Tschan, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2335a400-a75a-49dc-b146-87ebb73fb643/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families both understand their challenges and create a pathway to healing. I believe the first step in this process is to find the right therapist and establish a trusting, honest, and mutually respectful relationship. I meet clients where they are and help them gain skills in such areas as emoitonal regulation, stress management, communication, parenting, problem solving and relaxation techniques.
I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and families both understand their challenges and create a pathway to healing. I believe the first step in this process is to find the right therapist and establish a trusting, honest, and mutually respectful relationship. I meet clients where they are and help them gain skills in such areas as emoitonal regulation, stress management, communication, parenting, problem solving and relaxation techniques.
![Photo of Sharon T Petzel, LCSW, ACCHT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9f46bc56-74da-4024-a858-784ca1981b1e/1/320x400.jpeg)
If you have been in therapy before and are looking for something that can assist in healing on a deeper level look no further. You may be looking for a therapy experience where you can explore your own individual life path, where you can get to and heal the root of your relationship issues, your depression, your anxiety, your childhood wounding, and/or your pain. You may be ready to understand and change the long standing patterns that are negatively affecting your life and to finally truly understand why you feel, think, and behave the way you do, heal those issues, and create the life you truly desire.
If you have been in therapy before and are looking for something that can assist in healing on a deeper level look no further. You may be looking for a therapy experience where you can explore your own individual life path, where you can get to and heal the root of your relationship issues, your depression, your anxiety, your childhood wounding, and/or your pain. You may be ready to understand and change the long standing patterns that are negatively affecting your life and to finally truly understand why you feel, think, and behave the way you do, heal those issues, and create the life you truly desire.
![Photo of Erin Taylor, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3411fad6-2db8-41c5-82c8-da6cbbfed390/1/320x400.jpeg)
Erin Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois who has 16 years of experience partnering with adults and children seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, family and women’s issues, trauma, grief, and relationship issues both in Illinois and Arizona. Erin completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Argosy University in Illinois, and Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University in Arizona.
Erin Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois who has 16 years of experience partnering with adults and children seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, family and women’s issues, trauma, grief, and relationship issues both in Illinois and Arizona. Erin completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Eastern Illinois University and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Argosy University in Illinois, and Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University in Arizona.
![Photo of Brittany Lafin, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ed695f81-9b9e-47d3-a889-dcfc98ada883/1/320x400.png)
Brittany Lafin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hoffman Estates, IL 60194 (Online Only)
Brittany Lafin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience utilizing the pillars of wellness to help clients improve daily functioning and reaching long term goals. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, life changes, marital issues, substance issues, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorders (I and II), relationship issues, and more.
Brittany Lafin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience utilizing the pillars of wellness to help clients improve daily functioning and reaching long term goals. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, life changes, marital issues, substance issues, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorders (I and II), relationship issues, and more.
![Photo of Katelyn Elizabeth Daniels, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3eaf3870-a213-4d76-b6ef-c2d9bac7f7c1/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a holistic, intuitive and integrative approach to therapy and have been in practice for over 35 years. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy with an emphasis on healing the underlying causes of present day symptoms and issues, not merely treating symptoms. I work with a wide range of issues including Childhood Trauma and Abuse, Addictions, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. I use a variety of approaches including EMDR and Inner Family Systems as well as talk therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a holistic, intuitive and integrative approach to therapy and have been in practice for over 35 years. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy with an emphasis on healing the underlying causes of present day symptoms and issues, not merely treating symptoms. I work with a wide range of issues including Childhood Trauma and Abuse, Addictions, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. I use a variety of approaches including EMDR and Inner Family Systems as well as talk therapy.
![Photo of Lisa M Curry, MS, LCPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/253ea7ab-1579-4f1d-9f75-5e8f42ce3660/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lisa M Curry
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60194
Not accepting new clients
When life's challenges get in the way of joy and success, we are presented with a choice to either retreat or tend to those challenges. A safe space is needed to explore the possibility of change and address issues such as low mood, anxiety, life transitions, fractured relationships and poor communication. For those who feel lost within a struggle, collaboration with a compassionate professional can provide clarity, relief and direction. Through a combination of learned coping strategies and the therapeutic alliance itself, clients can heal wounds, find meaning through challenges and overcome obstacles to success.
When life's challenges get in the way of joy and success, we are presented with a choice to either retreat or tend to those challenges. A safe space is needed to explore the possibility of change and address issues such as low mood, anxiety, life transitions, fractured relationships and poor communication. For those who feel lost within a struggle, collaboration with a compassionate professional can provide clarity, relief and direction. Through a combination of learned coping strategies and the therapeutic alliance itself, clients can heal wounds, find meaning through challenges and overcome obstacles to success.
![Photo of Amy Marshman, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f97cbd21-9e5c-47c9-9b11-c264a61f1bed/1/320x400.png)
Amy Marshman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 18 years of experience. She is passionate about all aspects of her clinical work with children, families, adolescents, and adults. In her work, Amy works closely with her clients to work together to address challenges and move to the path of healing and change they desire.
Amy Marshman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 18 years of experience. She is passionate about all aspects of her clinical work with children, families, adolescents, and adults. In her work, Amy works closely with her clients to work together to address challenges and move to the path of healing and change they desire.
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Number of Therapists in 60194
30+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 60194 who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
79% | Depression |
67% | Grief |
58% | Trauma and PTSD |
58% | Life Transitions |
55% | Stress |
52% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
16 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
97% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
83% | Aetna |
70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in 60194 see their clients
76% | In Person and Online | |
24% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
24% | Male |
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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.
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.