Therapists in 90019
![Photo of Dr. Tierra T. Ellis, PhD, LP, NCSP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/387f6284-b504-4974-a1e0-674623202296/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Tierra T. Ellis
Psychologist, PhD, LP, NCSP
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Tierra is most passionate about helping you heal - and grow in your healing - so that you may continue to walk in your purpose. She is committed to providing culturally relevant services so that your healing experience aligns with your cultural values and true authentic self. She is also committed to assisting you in taking your healing into your own hands which is why she is devoted to providing mental health education and advocacy support throughout the process while helping you to prioritize yourself via self-love and self-care methods. Dr. Tierra also conducts Hip Hop & Healing group workshops as well.
Dr. Tierra is most passionate about helping you heal - and grow in your healing - so that you may continue to walk in your purpose. She is committed to providing culturally relevant services so that your healing experience aligns with your cultural values and true authentic self. She is also committed to assisting you in taking your healing into your own hands which is why she is devoted to providing mental health education and advocacy support throughout the process while helping you to prioritize yourself via self-love and self-care methods. Dr. Tierra also conducts Hip Hop & Healing group workshops as well.
![Photo of Megan Plotkowski, MA, MS, AMFT, PhD, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d639bff-23f6-43f1-94af-0aad12acc5c8/1/320x400.png)
Megan Plotkowski
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90019
No one is immune from life’s challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. Working with a therapist provides a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space to reveal your innermost thoughts and feelings. This partnership can bring healing, relief, and positive change. You are not broken, sick, or destined to repeat generational patterns. You are powerful and capable of affecting change in your life and healing yourself. Ultimately, you deserve to write your own story and live your best life. I am here to support you on your journey of healing and self-discovery. I look forward to meeting you and working together!
No one is immune from life’s challenges, but you don’t have to face them alone. Working with a therapist provides a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential space to reveal your innermost thoughts and feelings. This partnership can bring healing, relief, and positive change. You are not broken, sick, or destined to repeat generational patterns. You are powerful and capable of affecting change in your life and healing yourself. Ultimately, you deserve to write your own story and live your best life. I am here to support you on your journey of healing and self-discovery. I look forward to meeting you and working together!
![Photo of Megan Baker, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c3681103-4ea0-4fab-aeea-73611b597135/2/320x400.jpeg)
Megan Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I believe that the relationship you have with your therapist plays an important role in the process of healing and growing. It is always my intention to create a safe, supportive and compassionate environment to help foster that growth.
I believe that the relationship you have with your therapist plays an important role in the process of healing and growing. It is always my intention to create a safe, supportive and compassionate environment to help foster that growth.
![Photo of Kim Fuentes, MSW, ACSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/624cb8dd-d8b6-4e35-b8d2-64064975377d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kim Fuentes
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Online Only)
I am a proud queer femme first-generation Oaxaqueña residing in Los Angeles. I'm a sex worker rights organizer, a reluctant PhD student, and an abolitionist social worker. There is a special place in my heart for providing affirming, informed services to sex workers of any kind! My greatest issue with traditional therapy is approaches that merely train people to cope with harmful systems with little acknowledgment of the crushing weight of racial capitalism. Therefore, my approach to treatment is based on harm reduction, relying on community networks, and allowing care to start from within.
I am a proud queer femme first-generation Oaxaqueña residing in Los Angeles. I'm a sex worker rights organizer, a reluctant PhD student, and an abolitionist social worker. There is a special place in my heart for providing affirming, informed services to sex workers of any kind! My greatest issue with traditional therapy is approaches that merely train people to cope with harmful systems with little acknowledgment of the crushing weight of racial capitalism. Therefore, my approach to treatment is based on harm reduction, relying on community networks, and allowing care to start from within.
![Photo of Elisa Fuller, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/625f762e-dc75-428d-a9a9-6a7f28c69b64/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you find yourself wondering why your depression and anxiety never seems to go away? Have you tried therapy before just to have your symptoms return? Well, you are not alone. Many people experience recurrent forms of depression and anxiety. Sometimes symptoms can become so consistent it’s hard to remember how things felt without them.
Do you find yourself wondering why your depression and anxiety never seems to go away? Have you tried therapy before just to have your symptoms return? Well, you are not alone. Many people experience recurrent forms of depression and anxiety. Sometimes symptoms can become so consistent it’s hard to remember how things felt without them.
![Photo of Lilyana Verdusco, MA, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cc23a2ab-3675-429f-8b84-4560c9a6dc92/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lilyana Verdusco
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Online Only)
Are you tired of short-term solutions that don’t help long term? Finding yourself overly frustrated or agitated, but can’t figure out why? We do our best to handle all the challenges that life throws at us but sometimes we are left feeling like it’s not enough. My goal is to create a space to learn about the multiple influences of life that undoubtedly affect the way we function.
Are you tired of short-term solutions that don’t help long term? Finding yourself overly frustrated or agitated, but can’t figure out why? We do our best to handle all the challenges that life throws at us but sometimes we are left feeling like it’s not enough. My goal is to create a space to learn about the multiple influences of life that undoubtedly affect the way we function.
![Photo of Olga Castillo, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fc1bddf9-976c-490b-817e-fcc01a879870/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, my name is Olga Gabriela Martinez. I received my education and training from Azusa Pacific University. I obtained a master's degree in Family Counseling and a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology. I am fluent in Spanish and have worked extensively with many cultural backgrounds. My work includes working with individuals, couples, and families. My areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, and trauma-related struggles. I have a special interest in women's issues and have worked extensively with women and men of different backgrounds. I am a Christian and have a special interest in the integration of faith in my treatment.
Hi, my name is Olga Gabriela Martinez. I received my education and training from Azusa Pacific University. I obtained a master's degree in Family Counseling and a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology. I am fluent in Spanish and have worked extensively with many cultural backgrounds. My work includes working with individuals, couples, and families. My areas of expertise are depression, anxiety, and trauma-related struggles. I have a special interest in women's issues and have worked extensively with women and men of different backgrounds. I am a Christian and have a special interest in the integration of faith in my treatment.
![Photo of Suzie (Sujin) Jeon, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d2add614-70a9-47bd-8001-815fca12bf3d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Suzie (Sujin) Jeon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90019
My name is Suzie and I am a trauma informed licensed clinical social worker. I specialize in trauma work, identity issues, children of immigrant issues, immigrant issues, relationship challenges, inter-generational trauma, anxiety and depression in adults, and couples. I am a first generation Korean-America therapist with a sense of humor, and an appreciation for play and creativity: we’ll work together to build a connection and bring out your intrinsic strengths by practicing self compassion.
My name is Suzie and I am a trauma informed licensed clinical social worker. I specialize in trauma work, identity issues, children of immigrant issues, immigrant issues, relationship challenges, inter-generational trauma, anxiety and depression in adults, and couples. I am a first generation Korean-America therapist with a sense of humor, and an appreciation for play and creativity: we’ll work together to build a connection and bring out your intrinsic strengths by practicing self compassion.
![Photo of Kathy Lander, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/536465de-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kathy Lander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Online Only)
Are you wondering if things can change? Are you looking for empowerment and personal growth? I specialize in relationships, coping skills, self esteem, stress reduction, anxiety, depression and trauma. I am EMDR certified for 20+ years. I come from a solution oriented and collaborative perspective. Whether it be transitions, relationships, personal growth or even political and social stress, my goal is to help empower you to navigate through life's challenges by providing support to meet your desired potential. I am here to collaborate with you and be part of the solution on a creative, practical and emotional level.
Are you wondering if things can change? Are you looking for empowerment and personal growth? I specialize in relationships, coping skills, self esteem, stress reduction, anxiety, depression and trauma. I am EMDR certified for 20+ years. I come from a solution oriented and collaborative perspective. Whether it be transitions, relationships, personal growth or even political and social stress, my goal is to help empower you to navigate through life's challenges by providing support to meet your desired potential. I am here to collaborate with you and be part of the solution on a creative, practical and emotional level.
![Photo of Michelle Pow, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ef59e309-99ed-4f8a-9305-45079edf5890/3/320x400.jpeg)
Michelle Pow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Michelle! I am a second-generation Asian American mental health therapist and most importantly Human. As an Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe providing a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and social justice-oriented environment is critically important to doing this brave work. My goal is to support you on your journey to understanding yourself, healing from the past, and creating the life you want to live. My specialties include: First/Second Generation Asian American Mental Health, Intergenerational Trauma/Conflict, Relationships, Postpartum Mental Health, Racial Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, and Self-Esteem
Hi, I’m Michelle! I am a second-generation Asian American mental health therapist and most importantly Human. As an Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe providing a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and social justice-oriented environment is critically important to doing this brave work. My goal is to support you on your journey to understanding yourself, healing from the past, and creating the life you want to live. My specialties include: First/Second Generation Asian American Mental Health, Intergenerational Trauma/Conflict, Relationships, Postpartum Mental Health, Racial Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, and Self-Esteem
![Photo of Ailicec Figueroa Aragon, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/772ae803-da70-46b9-bcf3-8e92a16f0944/2/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Ailicec Figueroa Aragon, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California providing services via Telehealth. I specialize in working with women and teens. I provide a safe space where we will focus on gaining skills while navigating through hardships and transitions such as day-to-day stress, self-esteem, self-doubt, identity issues, peer and family relationship issues, and boundary setting.
My name is Ailicec Figueroa Aragon, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California providing services via Telehealth. I specialize in working with women and teens. I provide a safe space where we will focus on gaining skills while navigating through hardships and transitions such as day-to-day stress, self-esteem, self-doubt, identity issues, peer and family relationship issues, and boundary setting.
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I am a licensed psychologist and a board certified holistic nutritionist; however, I am an artist at my core, and that comes through in everything that I do. As a mental healthcare provider, I am a trauma specialist who has worked with those who have lost a loved one due to murder, combat veterans, and the chronically ill navigating medical trauma, to name a few. In my work, I aim to unpack “big T” traumas that can result in a clinical diagnosis of PTSD, as well as “little t” traumas that make one’s lived experience emotionally taxing and less-than-favorable in any number of ways.
I am a licensed psychologist and a board certified holistic nutritionist; however, I am an artist at my core, and that comes through in everything that I do. As a mental healthcare provider, I am a trauma specialist who has worked with those who have lost a loved one due to murder, combat veterans, and the chronically ill navigating medical trauma, to name a few. In my work, I aim to unpack “big T” traumas that can result in a clinical diagnosis of PTSD, as well as “little t” traumas that make one’s lived experience emotionally taxing and less-than-favorable in any number of ways.
![Photo of Sean Carpenter, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d8792e89-6502-4034-b41d-64bb30392921/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sean Carpenter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Online Only)
I have a deep passion for helping people find liberation from concerns that bring them to therapy. Understanding why we do things the way we do them is critical to growth, change and healing. I ground my work in warmth, compassion, authenticity and an understanding of how thoughts and emotions relate to neuro/physiological processes, as well as how past experiences inform current beliefs, thoughts, feelings and behaviors. My aim is to help you gain clarity into underlying causes of problems, provide strategies for coping and support you in taking risks and trying new ways of being, to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
I have a deep passion for helping people find liberation from concerns that bring them to therapy. Understanding why we do things the way we do them is critical to growth, change and healing. I ground my work in warmth, compassion, authenticity and an understanding of how thoughts and emotions relate to neuro/physiological processes, as well as how past experiences inform current beliefs, thoughts, feelings and behaviors. My aim is to help you gain clarity into underlying causes of problems, provide strategies for coping and support you in taking risks and trying new ways of being, to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
![Photo of Emily Smith, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47144fc2-63b5-44aa-a98d-6161a5f82ba9/2/320x400.jpeg)
I provide relationally-centered therapy addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, isolation, trauma, shame, identity development and exploration, life transitions, and relational stress/conflict. Therapy with me is a collaborative process, which recognizes you as the expert on your experiences, needs, and desires. I am affirming and experienced in working with people of diverse neurotypes (ADHD/Autism), gender identities, sexual orientations, and relational orientations (i.e. ethical non-monogamy).
I provide relationally-centered therapy addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, isolation, trauma, shame, identity development and exploration, life transitions, and relational stress/conflict. Therapy with me is a collaborative process, which recognizes you as the expert on your experiences, needs, and desires. I am affirming and experienced in working with people of diverse neurotypes (ADHD/Autism), gender identities, sexual orientations, and relational orientations (i.e. ethical non-monogamy).
![Photo of Christie Chu, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c2e4b4cd-c10d-46ba-8413-cb2f0889f1ce/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, my name is Christie Chu. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and a licensed professional counselor in Texas. I'm a mother of 11-year-old twins, and have a great deal of life experience dealing with many of the issues my patients face. I work with clients with mood disorders, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I work with couples dealing with infertility, relational violence, Child Abuse, and LGBTQ issues. In addition, I I work with school issues and I am a credentialed school counselor.
Hello, my name is Christie Chu. I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and a licensed professional counselor in Texas. I'm a mother of 11-year-old twins, and have a great deal of life experience dealing with many of the issues my patients face. I work with clients with mood disorders, including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. I work with couples dealing with infertility, relational violence, Child Abuse, and LGBTQ issues. In addition, I I work with school issues and I am a credentialed school counselor.
![Photo of Brooke Taylor, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2426566e-a140-4bd0-bdfc-2f31a6bdc034/1/320x400.jpeg)
Brooke Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90019
You are the expert on your life. Together we can explore what it is like to be you in a safe and empowering way. In our co-created space, I can help you to develop the skills to cope with some of the challenges you face, learn to celebrate your strengths, and move at a pace that works for you.
You are the expert on your life. Together we can explore what it is like to be you in a safe and empowering way. In our co-created space, I can help you to develop the skills to cope with some of the challenges you face, learn to celebrate your strengths, and move at a pace that works for you.
![Photo of Tanya Vivas, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d2a3078b-23c4-4dfd-9936-06e9e1a2fbc7/2/320x400.jpeg)
Tanya Vivas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90019 (Online Only)
With over 10 years of mental health clinical experience, Ms. Vivas, delivers strength based psychotherapy specializing in adult mood disorders-specifically depression and anxiety. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Ms. Vivas is passionate about delivering strength based services aimed at improving the quality of life of her patients.
With over 10 years of mental health clinical experience, Ms. Vivas, delivers strength based psychotherapy specializing in adult mood disorders-specifically depression and anxiety. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Ms. Vivas is passionate about delivering strength based services aimed at improving the quality of life of her patients.
![Photo of Karen Zalner, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f4b370a9-1cd0-4ffc-ab2c-60071f4f9817/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, I am Karen Zalner Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I have experience working with clients who have been involved with child protective services, anxiety, trauma and depression. Therapy varies based on the needs of each client and my approach of being calm and strength based is to work together to accomplish the therapy plan/goals. I have experience with children, teenagers and adults. I focus on work with young adults. CBT and Strength based main approach along with using calming techniques and journaling along the way.
Hello, I am Karen Zalner Licensed Clinical Social Worker working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I have experience working with clients who have been involved with child protective services, anxiety, trauma and depression. Therapy varies based on the needs of each client and my approach of being calm and strength based is to work together to accomplish the therapy plan/goals. I have experience with children, teenagers and adults. I focus on work with young adults. CBT and Strength based main approach along with using calming techniques and journaling along the way.
![Photo of Jessica Langford, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/03b160bc-4bb0-46aa-bea5-1dc875c3f06a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Experienced mental health professional with proven success working with children, couples, families and individuals in private practice, clinical, and community environments. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Master’s degree recipient in Counseling, Marriage, Family and Child Therapy. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Experienced mental health professional with proven success working with children, couples, families and individuals in private practice, clinical, and community environments. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Master’s degree recipient in Counseling, Marriage, Family and Child Therapy. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
![Photo of Kerrie Jones, AMFT, APCC, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/66de6f39-ba2a-4ab3-8002-0e1863082331/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kerrie Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90019
I am a trauma-trained therapist with a passion for healing. I believe that everything we want is achieved through a healthy and strong connection with the self, which happens when we integrate and embrace the experiences of the body, soul, spirit, and mind (wholeness). My goal as a therapist is to support you through the work of moving to the other side of trauma, and becoming whole so that you may live confidently and intentionally today.
I am a trauma-trained therapist with a passion for healing. I believe that everything we want is achieved through a healthy and strong connection with the self, which happens when we integrate and embrace the experiences of the body, soul, spirit, and mind (wholeness). My goal as a therapist is to support you through the work of moving to the other side of trauma, and becoming whole so that you may live confidently and intentionally today.
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Number of Therapists in 90019
200+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in 90019 who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
75% | Stress |
68% | Life Transitions |
58% | Grief |
56% | Trauma and PTSD |
56% | Family Conflict |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
89% | Aetna |
80% | MHN | Health Net |
79% | Anthem | Elevance |
How Therapists in 90019 see their clients
59% | Online Only | |
41% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
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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.