Therapists in 94109
![Photo of Leah K Barison, LPCC, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9e1bd3ce-308b-4f30-8908-2eb8a7ff5b10/1/320x400.jpeg)
My approach relies on a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship where we can safely engage in healing work. We will navigate the pains and challenges of today, while fostering an understanding of how the past has played a role - all while inclining toward a meaningful future. I will provide tools for immediate relief as needed to support this process.
My approach relies on a warm and trusting therapeutic relationship where we can safely engage in healing work. We will navigate the pains and challenges of today, while fostering an understanding of how the past has played a role - all while inclining toward a meaningful future. I will provide tools for immediate relief as needed to support this process.
![Photo of Siobhán Cassidy, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e7f67b59-28bb-43d8-98d5-1d7f427b6c93/1/320x400.jpeg)
Siobhán Cassidy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94109
Hi there. Firstly, my name Siobhán is Irish & pronounced like sha-v-on. And I am glad you are here. As you have the sense for mental well-being is vital for navigating life. And having someone in your corner with expertise and compassion provide a one-on-one educational possibility to increase the ease of life with practical skills. I approach everyone as a fellow human & use my bubbly personality, genuine curiosity, & compassion to develop rapport. My specialities include grief, loss, life transitions, sexuality, and neurodivergence. Basically: all of the existentialism of simply being human on this wild life we call life.
Hi there. Firstly, my name Siobhán is Irish & pronounced like sha-v-on. And I am glad you are here. As you have the sense for mental well-being is vital for navigating life. And having someone in your corner with expertise and compassion provide a one-on-one educational possibility to increase the ease of life with practical skills. I approach everyone as a fellow human & use my bubbly personality, genuine curiosity, & compassion to develop rapport. My specialities include grief, loss, life transitions, sexuality, and neurodivergence. Basically: all of the existentialism of simply being human on this wild life we call life.
![Photo of Ty Canning, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4491ec25-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work with individuals looking to benefit from brief, problem-focused treatments that work. I provide treatment for individuals and/or couples coping with a wide range of concerns including trouble sleeping, anxiety, depression, couples conflict and concerns with sexual health. I am passionate about helping my patients optimize their physical, mental and emotional health and take a collaborative and practical approach. I am committed to making sure we are a good fit, so please feel free to call me for a complimentary phone consultation.
I work with individuals looking to benefit from brief, problem-focused treatments that work. I provide treatment for individuals and/or couples coping with a wide range of concerns including trouble sleeping, anxiety, depression, couples conflict and concerns with sexual health. I am passionate about helping my patients optimize their physical, mental and emotional health and take a collaborative and practical approach. I am committed to making sure we are a good fit, so please feel free to call me for a complimentary phone consultation.
![Photo of San Francisco Counseling Center, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bf58f55-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
San Francisco Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
San Francisco Counseling Center is a group of therapists, dedicated to providing high quality therapy. We provide individual, couples, group, and family therapy. We also provide parenting coaching and premarital counseling. Additionally, we do regular talks for graduate students on different topics, and provide training and consultation services to other therapists. We also do talks for the general public, on topics such as family life, parenting concerns, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. Please see our website at sfcounselingcenter.com, and check our blog for more information blog.sfcounselingcenter.com.
San Francisco Counseling Center is a group of therapists, dedicated to providing high quality therapy. We provide individual, couples, group, and family therapy. We also provide parenting coaching and premarital counseling. Additionally, we do regular talks for graduate students on different topics, and provide training and consultation services to other therapists. We also do talks for the general public, on topics such as family life, parenting concerns, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. Please see our website at sfcounselingcenter.com, and check our blog for more information blog.sfcounselingcenter.com.
![Photo of Maxwell J Berlyant, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/18821a57-c637-40e3-9c73-6e95a8615133/1/320x400.jpeg)
I obtained my Doctorate/Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Child and Family Psychology, from APA-accredited Palo Alto University, Pacific Graduate School of Psychology. My Postdoctoral Residency was completed at the Psychiatry Department in Kaiser Permanente, San Rafael. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings with children, adolescents and adults providing individual, family, group, and couples therapy. I provide evidence based treatment from a strengths based perspective and have specialty training in CBT and DBT.
I obtained my Doctorate/Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Child and Family Psychology, from APA-accredited Palo Alto University, Pacific Graduate School of Psychology. My Postdoctoral Residency was completed at the Psychiatry Department in Kaiser Permanente, San Rafael. I hold a B.A. in Psychology from the University of California, Berkeley. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings with children, adolescents and adults providing individual, family, group, and couples therapy. I provide evidence based treatment from a strengths based perspective and have specialty training in CBT and DBT.
![Photo of Valerie True, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c8ea5618-42f9-4e63-813a-5fdf19e8eba2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Valerie True, LCSW, working with adults 18 and older, focuses on life transitions, chronic and new medical diagnoses, grief and loss, caregiver issues, aging-related issues, work-related issues, stress, depression, and the growing pains of life. My approach is client-based, through talk and exercises we will work together to find the path that helps you gain insight and develop skills to support your goals.
Valerie True, LCSW, working with adults 18 and older, focuses on life transitions, chronic and new medical diagnoses, grief and loss, caregiver issues, aging-related issues, work-related issues, stress, depression, and the growing pains of life. My approach is client-based, through talk and exercises we will work together to find the path that helps you gain insight and develop skills to support your goals.
![Photo of Jasmine Mazlumyan, MFT, KAP, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bf0b9d03-0d32-49ed-b1c2-fdd1245af4c8/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jasmine Mazlumyan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, KAP
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
Are you a healthcare professional seeking holistic and transformative support for your well-being? As a Psychotherapist, I KNOW the demands of your field can be emotionally taxing, leading to stress and burn-out. It is vital that your health and wellness be prioritized to have a fulfilling life and effective practice. Whether you're navigating the complexities of patient care, managing the emotional demands of your role, or seeking personal growth within your therapeutic practice, our sessions are designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for exploration.
Are you a healthcare professional seeking holistic and transformative support for your well-being? As a Psychotherapist, I KNOW the demands of your field can be emotionally taxing, leading to stress and burn-out. It is vital that your health and wellness be prioritized to have a fulfilling life and effective practice. Whether you're navigating the complexities of patient care, managing the emotional demands of your role, or seeking personal growth within your therapeutic practice, our sessions are designed to provide a safe and nurturing space for exploration.
![Photo of Erika Shershun, MA, LMFT, EMDR, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7d2c0b07-1ca6-44af-a067-f1036ab8836d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Erika Shershun
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
Is your inner critic working overtime, are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or struggling with a relationship? It has been said that our essence, our soul, is ever present like the sun, yet like the sun, it can become obscured by clouds. These clouds represent the wounds and trauma you've experienced throughout your life, along with the defenses that have helped you survive, yet these defenses (people pleasing, dissociation, rage...) may no longer serve you. Together we can bring awareness and begin to relax these defenses allowing more of your gifts, your ever-present essence to shine through.
Is your inner critic working overtime, are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or struggling with a relationship? It has been said that our essence, our soul, is ever present like the sun, yet like the sun, it can become obscured by clouds. These clouds represent the wounds and trauma you've experienced throughout your life, along with the defenses that have helped you survive, yet these defenses (people pleasing, dissociation, rage...) may no longer serve you. Together we can bring awareness and begin to relax these defenses allowing more of your gifts, your ever-present essence to shine through.
![Photo of Brandy Dunn - Silver Lake Psychology--San Francisco location, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/be3a05c9-b2b8-400a-9fbc-a5e1aed3ba40/2/320x400.jpeg)
Silver Lake Psychology--San Francisco location
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
![Photo of Denise Stilwell, RN, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/70ae055a-7a84-45f6-9d04-6cb8d9010c42/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Denise Stilwell is a licensed clinical psychologist with seven years of experience providing psychotherapy in a variety of clinical settings. She worked as a nurse for sixteen years before she became a psychotherapist and brings that rich experience into her practice. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, identity issues, interpersonal issues, grief, managing chronic illness, and somatic symptom disorder. Dr. Stilwell collaborates with her clients to ensure they feel seen and heard in their sessions while utilizing evidence-based therapy approaches that are culturally sensitive and individually focused.
Dr. Denise Stilwell is a licensed clinical psychologist with seven years of experience providing psychotherapy in a variety of clinical settings. She worked as a nurse for sixteen years before she became a psychotherapist and brings that rich experience into her practice. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, identity issues, interpersonal issues, grief, managing chronic illness, and somatic symptom disorder. Dr. Stilwell collaborates with her clients to ensure they feel seen and heard in their sessions while utilizing evidence-based therapy approaches that are culturally sensitive and individually focused.
![Photo of Dan Gaylinn, PhD, MA, CHT, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44143bed-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I welcome you to the crossroads. This is a place where you can learn to live your life to its full potential. Although I have a diverse practice, I specialize in working with roughly 25-to-35 year-old individuals and couples, helping them find ways to foster safety, strength and inner peace when facing depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and relationship challenges. Whether you are looking for relief from painful confusion, sadness, or worry, or are just looking for more meaningful life experiences and relationships, I welcome you on this journey towards personal growth.
I welcome you to the crossroads. This is a place where you can learn to live your life to its full potential. Although I have a diverse practice, I specialize in working with roughly 25-to-35 year-old individuals and couples, helping them find ways to foster safety, strength and inner peace when facing depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and relationship challenges. Whether you are looking for relief from painful confusion, sadness, or worry, or are just looking for more meaningful life experiences and relationships, I welcome you on this journey towards personal growth.
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![Photo of Carine France, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ce8a272c-bf04-43ab-a5dd-8a4d583e3759/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist and Jungian psychoanalyst with over 20 years of clinical experience. I work with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, stress management, health issues, and job and life transitions. My approach is very relational and collaborative. My goal is to help you explore what gets in the way of moving forward – difficult feelings or thoughts, old patterns, childhood conditionings – and help you regain an authentic connection with yourself and life.
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![Photo of Jeanette Chong, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d5d75827-332f-420c-8268-6b6d9a51e4fc/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Jeanette Chong is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in behavioral medicine. She has experience working with individuals coping with chronic pain and long-term health issues, and a wide range of other mental health concerns. Dr. Chong uses an integrative approach, considering the biological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors that can impact an individual’s emotional and physical health. Her approach integrates CBT, mindfulness, and values-based interventions to help individuals learn effective tools and improve their quality of life.
Dr. Jeanette Chong is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in behavioral medicine. She has experience working with individuals coping with chronic pain and long-term health issues, and a wide range of other mental health concerns. Dr. Chong uses an integrative approach, considering the biological, psychological, and socio-cultural factors that can impact an individual’s emotional and physical health. Her approach integrates CBT, mindfulness, and values-based interventions to help individuals learn effective tools and improve their quality of life.
![Photo of Kathryn A R James, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bd241f0-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Do you want to create a more balanced and meaningful life? Are your obstacles or patterns preventing you from achieving your goals and full potential in relationships & career? Are you trapped in the chains of depression, anxiety, or addiction? I work to help you attain your goals and aspirations in a stoic, positive, proactive, and empathetic manner with cognitive behavioral techniques. I specialize in relationships, life transitions such as motherhood/fatherhood, depression/anxiety, addiction/substance abuse, & grief.
Do you want to create a more balanced and meaningful life? Are your obstacles or patterns preventing you from achieving your goals and full potential in relationships & career? Are you trapped in the chains of depression, anxiety, or addiction? I work to help you attain your goals and aspirations in a stoic, positive, proactive, and empathetic manner with cognitive behavioral techniques. I specialize in relationships, life transitions such as motherhood/fatherhood, depression/anxiety, addiction/substance abuse, & grief.
![Photo of Javier Ball Sepulveda, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0a7dfc7e-3b5e-476d-9a7b-eeaf43007b4f/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed psychologist with eight years of clinical experience providing services to individuals and families from a diverse population. I am enthusiastic about putting my skills to service and assisting my clients in the process of healing and growth. I help my clients identify effective ways to deal with everyday life stressors and help them with their interpersonal situations. I assist individuals working through their depressive and anxiety symptoms by increasing awareness of these emotional experiences and identifying ways to alleviate their afflictions by applying therapeutic tools.
I am a licensed psychologist with eight years of clinical experience providing services to individuals and families from a diverse population. I am enthusiastic about putting my skills to service and assisting my clients in the process of healing and growth. I help my clients identify effective ways to deal with everyday life stressors and help them with their interpersonal situations. I assist individuals working through their depressive and anxiety symptoms by increasing awareness of these emotional experiences and identifying ways to alleviate their afflictions by applying therapeutic tools.
![Photo of Gary Hennemuth, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9cdb32e2-fe4e-468a-b26b-7408c0bab6fe/2/320x400.jpeg)
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Life seems to have a way of getting complicated, making it difficult to respond to new and familiar challenges alike. Perhaps you feel stuck, or struggle to find connection. Given the social climate of today, it takes special effort to be understood, and seen for who we really are. I believe our wellbeing requires attention to many factors; events that happen around us, to us, experience arising from within, and the wealth of dynamic interactions in between. How shall we go about making sense of it all? How do we get in touch with our best self? What is going on with all these thoughts and feelings?
![Photo of Lonnie Ferguson, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/756f4544-72ab-4dc9-93cc-49828d0bde1c/1/320x400.jpeg)
My practice focuses on helping LGBTQ+ individuals and couples understand their present experience by identifying obstacles, patterns and core beliefs that become barriers to true growth and change. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, maladaptive coping skills, low self esteem, challenges with trust, intimacy and communication, open and polyamorous relationships. Utilizing attachment-based and emotional focused models along with integrated mindfulness and somatic practices, I strive to help clients find the right tools repair the wounds, strengthen relationships and learn to love themselves. It begins with one decision.
My practice focuses on helping LGBTQ+ individuals and couples understand their present experience by identifying obstacles, patterns and core beliefs that become barriers to true growth and change. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, maladaptive coping skills, low self esteem, challenges with trust, intimacy and communication, open and polyamorous relationships. Utilizing attachment-based and emotional focused models along with integrated mindfulness and somatic practices, I strive to help clients find the right tools repair the wounds, strengthen relationships and learn to love themselves. It begins with one decision.
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Silver Lake Psychology--San Francisco location
Psychologist
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience. We are a collective of therapists with a wide range of specialties. Our intake professionals will help connect you with the right therapist for your needs. We make appointments easy, offering evenings and weekends and flexibility for creative professionals who can't make the same time each week.
![Photo of Loren Hadassah, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d8fcb41-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Loren Hadassah
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94109 (Online Only)
Most importantly, my ideal client is someone who is desiring and ready for change. You may feel stuck in some aspect of your life such as career or relationships. You may have suffered a traumatic event. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression. And you have reached a point when you are ready to take action even if you don't quite know what that will look like yet. What I love most is accompanying someone on their journey inward, offering a safe space for you to be fully you.
Most importantly, my ideal client is someone who is desiring and ready for change. You may feel stuck in some aspect of your life such as career or relationships. You may have suffered a traumatic event. You may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression. And you have reached a point when you are ready to take action even if you don't quite know what that will look like yet. What I love most is accompanying someone on their journey inward, offering a safe space for you to be fully you.
Dante Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94109
Everyone deserves a safe pace. I'm here to meet you where you’re at and reach the goals that are important to you. Let’s talk and figure out what your next journey looks like.
Everyone deserves a safe pace. I'm here to meet you where you’re at and reach the goals that are important to you. Let’s talk and figure out what your next journey looks like.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 94109
300+
Average cost per session
$195
Therapists in 94109 who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
82% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Self Esteem |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Life Transitions |
65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
70% | Aetna |
62% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
58% | Optum |
How Therapists in 94109 see their clients
63% | In Person and Online | |
37% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
77% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
1% | 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.