Therapists in 95070
![Photo of Julie Herman, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7b615279-68b3-4a32-bb45-2d28d04bc859/1/320x400.jpeg)
If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, struggling with issues related to chemical dependency or chronic illness, hoping to heal from the trauma of past abuse, interested in creating healthier relationships, or simply wanting to work on your own personal growth, I am here to help. In my general psychotherapy practice, I have extensive experience helping adults, couples, and teens grapple with the many complexities of being human.
If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, struggling with issues related to chemical dependency or chronic illness, hoping to heal from the trauma of past abuse, interested in creating healthier relationships, or simply wanting to work on your own personal growth, I am here to help. In my general psychotherapy practice, I have extensive experience helping adults, couples, and teens grapple with the many complexities of being human.
![Photo of Dr. Ela Ari, PhD, MA](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/06777d79-57ab-4fa8-83a7-b54292a5aa6d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello! As a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist, I understand that life’s challenges, such as stress and anxiety, can feel overwhelming. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experiences of resilience, I am here to support your journey toward psychological richness. Our sessions will be planned according to your needs in a supportive and empathetic environment. Together, we will focus on empowering you to overcome obstacles, achieve your goals, and enhance your well-being. Let's collaborate to build resilience and lead a fulfilling, thriving life.
Hello! As a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist, I understand that life’s challenges, such as stress and anxiety, can feel overwhelming. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experiences of resilience, I am here to support your journey toward psychological richness. Our sessions will be planned according to your needs in a supportive and empathetic environment. Together, we will focus on empowering you to overcome obstacles, achieve your goals, and enhance your well-being. Let's collaborate to build resilience and lead a fulfilling, thriving life.
![Photo of Linda Hulme Williams, BA, MA, LMFT, PPS, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bfedd78-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/4/320x400.jpeg)
Linda Hulme Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, BA, MA, LMFT, PPS
Verified Verified
Saratoga, CA 95070
Finding the right therapist is important. The fact that you're on this site shows that you may be searching for help or relief from everyday problems. In therapy, you can learn new and important things about yourself and others, identify and change negative behaviors or thoughts, and explore relationships. If you're a parent, maybe you're struggling with how to help your child who is experiencing difficulties with attention or organization at school, feelings of anxiety, worry or anger or doesn't know how to share painful memories.
Finding the right therapist is important. The fact that you're on this site shows that you may be searching for help or relief from everyday problems. In therapy, you can learn new and important things about yourself and others, identify and change negative behaviors or thoughts, and explore relationships. If you're a parent, maybe you're struggling with how to help your child who is experiencing difficulties with attention or organization at school, feelings of anxiety, worry or anger or doesn't know how to share painful memories.
![Photo of Paul Marcille, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/526d52e0-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Marcille is a licensed psychologist with 35 years experience working as a therapist and university professor and administrator. Past president of the California and Santa Clara Psychological Associations and former Professor & Program Director at Palo Alto University, Dr. Marcille works with adolescents and adults helping them to achieve educational, professional and personal success. He is the former Dean of the American University of Paris and enjoys working with clients from international backgrounds. He uses evidence based therapeutic practices with a primarily cognitive behavioral focus and is very pragmatic.
Dr. Marcille is a licensed psychologist with 35 years experience working as a therapist and university professor and administrator. Past president of the California and Santa Clara Psychological Associations and former Professor & Program Director at Palo Alto University, Dr. Marcille works with adolescents and adults helping them to achieve educational, professional and personal success. He is the former Dean of the American University of Paris and enjoys working with clients from international backgrounds. He uses evidence based therapeutic practices with a primarily cognitive behavioral focus and is very pragmatic.
![Photo of Meenal Chaudhari - Layers of Self, MA, LMFT, MPhil, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/492573ab-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Layers of Self
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MPhil
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
I believe therapy is about getting to know yourself on a more intimate level. I listen in a caring, compassionate and non-judgmental way that allows you to see more clearly what your issues are about. i hold space with the awareness that you are a soul with the wisdom and intelligence to deal with whatever life is offering you at the moment. i am highly skilled with working with people looking for self-actualization, therapists in the making and those interested in self-growth and transformation.
I believe therapy is about getting to know yourself on a more intimate level. I listen in a caring, compassionate and non-judgmental way that allows you to see more clearly what your issues are about. i hold space with the awareness that you are a soul with the wisdom and intelligence to deal with whatever life is offering you at the moment. i am highly skilled with working with people looking for self-actualization, therapists in the making and those interested in self-growth and transformation.
![Photo of Grace Tang, MA, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/45215932-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Grace Tang
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070 (Online Only)
Unhappy with your relationship? Sad, stressed or overwhelmed? Seeing a professional can really help. I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience helping couples, families and individual adults. I believe that each life problem provides an opportunity for growth, and you have the potential to rise above adversity and live a more fulfilling life.
Unhappy with your relationship? Sad, stressed or overwhelmed? Seeing a professional can really help. I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience helping couples, families and individual adults. I believe that each life problem provides an opportunity for growth, and you have the potential to rise above adversity and live a more fulfilling life.
![Photo of Lushi Zhang, LCSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d7bba845-918f-4cdc-b147-3785ebf0b169/3/320x400.jpeg)
Lushi Zhang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
Are you feeling stuck? Maybe you’re facing a lot of stress, Maybe you’re struggling with your relationship, Maybe your anxiety and depression gets really unbearable, Maybe what happened in the past is still haunting you. It’s really overwhelming that you have tried so hard but couldn’t get out of the darkness. If this is you, you're in the right place. I am here to listen and help! I believe that everyone can change and grow even during the times you feel helpless and hopeless. I have witnessed powerful healing and growth in my presence. And I have the map to help you as well.
Are you feeling stuck? Maybe you’re facing a lot of stress, Maybe you’re struggling with your relationship, Maybe your anxiety and depression gets really unbearable, Maybe what happened in the past is still haunting you. It’s really overwhelming that you have tried so hard but couldn’t get out of the darkness. If this is you, you're in the right place. I am here to listen and help! I believe that everyone can change and grow even during the times you feel helpless and hopeless. I have witnessed powerful healing and growth in my presence. And I have the map to help you as well.
![Photo of Kristin R Smith, MA, AMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/59f4ff54-9552-4fe3-afc4-e4dfffe47118/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kristin R Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
Mustering the courage to begin the process of relational healing is not an easy move, yet here you are! Your curiosity in starting this journey might mean that you desire change & personal growth in your life that you no longer wish to go through alone. I would like to ease your doubts & concerns by providing a safe place where we explore the experiences that matter to you most while building a relationship of trust & respect along the way. Together, we can discover the fundamental issues that have created barriers in your life, understand how they have affected you, & set goals for improving your quality of life & well-being.
Mustering the courage to begin the process of relational healing is not an easy move, yet here you are! Your curiosity in starting this journey might mean that you desire change & personal growth in your life that you no longer wish to go through alone. I would like to ease your doubts & concerns by providing a safe place where we explore the experiences that matter to you most while building a relationship of trust & respect along the way. Together, we can discover the fundamental issues that have created barriers in your life, understand how they have affected you, & set goals for improving your quality of life & well-being.
![Photo of Ross MacPhee, MA, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/56d2c054-8c32-44a2-98d8-20819a176571/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Ross MacPhee. My focus is on understanding your unique needs and helping create a clear plan to achieve them. I work with couples, individuals, and families. You may be in a relationship that is struggling, an individual who wants to improve your mood, control your anxiety, recover from the loss of a loved one, or are ready to address unresolved trauma. Together we figure out the best path to increase your well-being. I listen with compassion and empathy, creating a safe place to explore you. Therapy can be hard, working together, we make change possible.
My name is Ross MacPhee. My focus is on understanding your unique needs and helping create a clear plan to achieve them. I work with couples, individuals, and families. You may be in a relationship that is struggling, an individual who wants to improve your mood, control your anxiety, recover from the loss of a loved one, or are ready to address unresolved trauma. Together we figure out the best path to increase your well-being. I listen with compassion and empathy, creating a safe place to explore you. Therapy can be hard, working together, we make change possible.
![Photo of Dottie Larson, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/713a4084-ed30-4637-8ebf-9cf1e88e33b6/1/320x400.jpeg)
I work with adults with low motivation, feelings of inadequacy, loneliness, people pleasing, and irritability. Some have suffered through a great deal of disappointments in life and can't find the level of fulfillment that they deeply wish for. I also have a keen interest in working with people with high sensitivity, and those who wish to deepen their understanding of childhood experiences or trauma. Whatever feelings, or symptoms, you are struggling with, they DO serve a purpose. They are unconscious but adaptive methods to communicate something important about your life. Let's discover what it is.
I work with adults with low motivation, feelings of inadequacy, loneliness, people pleasing, and irritability. Some have suffered through a great deal of disappointments in life and can't find the level of fulfillment that they deeply wish for. I also have a keen interest in working with people with high sensitivity, and those who wish to deepen their understanding of childhood experiences or trauma. Whatever feelings, or symptoms, you are struggling with, they DO serve a purpose. They are unconscious but adaptive methods to communicate something important about your life. Let's discover what it is.
![Photo of Lena Axelsson - Saratoga Therapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/052b7421-34d8-460e-9c76-050e5ab67e39/1/320x400.png)
We at Saratoga Therapy, believe in the power of deep connections to yourself and others and seeing every person as part of a larger community. We are a group of therapists dedicated to providing support to our clients so they can overcome feeling stuck in some areas of their lives change unhelpful repetitive patterns, or enjoy a more joyful life. We are trained in various therapy techniques so you will receive the best support. The underlying philosophy is one of relational focus and the importance of both mind and body in the therapeutic journey. Let us be your partner as you enter this healing journey!
We at Saratoga Therapy, believe in the power of deep connections to yourself and others and seeing every person as part of a larger community. We are a group of therapists dedicated to providing support to our clients so they can overcome feeling stuck in some areas of their lives change unhelpful repetitive patterns, or enjoy a more joyful life. We are trained in various therapy techniques so you will receive the best support. The underlying philosophy is one of relational focus and the importance of both mind and body in the therapeutic journey. Let us be your partner as you enter this healing journey!
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![Photo of Minnie Shukla, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3dccecb6-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
The most difficult and painful circumstances in our lives can also serve as an opportunity to look at what needs our attention! Very often, we give our POWER away to people and situations in our life, causing us to feel victimized and stuck. Your current challenges can be a gateway towards self empowerment! you do not need to walk this path alone. In a safe space, we can begin the process of uncovering and healing the pain which may be keeping you paralyzed! It is possible to regain trust and confidence, in order to invite joy back into your life, get you power back and enjoy waking up each day !
The most difficult and painful circumstances in our lives can also serve as an opportunity to look at what needs our attention! Very often, we give our POWER away to people and situations in our life, causing us to feel victimized and stuck. Your current challenges can be a gateway towards self empowerment! you do not need to walk this path alone. In a safe space, we can begin the process of uncovering and healing the pain which may be keeping you paralyzed! It is possible to regain trust and confidence, in order to invite joy back into your life, get you power back and enjoy waking up each day !
![Photo of Tricia J Mlnarik, MA, LMFT, LPCC, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b4cbb82-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Are you easily overwhelmed by emotions? Do you find that you frequently try to snuff out or avoid sadness, anger, shame, or other strong feelings? If your experience is that your mood or emotions are in the drivers' seat on the road of your life (or holding the remote control to your mind) I can help you regain power and develop greater freedom and flexibility within. As your therapist and guide, I can help you learn strategies and tools for managing difficult life problems and the intense emotions they create. I can help you overcome painful circumstances and build the life you want to live.
Are you easily overwhelmed by emotions? Do you find that you frequently try to snuff out or avoid sadness, anger, shame, or other strong feelings? If your experience is that your mood or emotions are in the drivers' seat on the road of your life (or holding the remote control to your mind) I can help you regain power and develop greater freedom and flexibility within. As your therapist and guide, I can help you learn strategies and tools for managing difficult life problems and the intense emotions they create. I can help you overcome painful circumstances and build the life you want to live.
![Photo of Evagelia A. Keilo, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4f380806-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/7/320x400.jpeg)
Evagelia A. Keilo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
Each of us are unique individuals; complex and ever-changing. We are often affected by family, relationships, work, and even spiritual dynamics. I strive to understand my clients' point of view so that I may collaboratively develop a treatment plan that is as unique as they are.
Each of us are unique individuals; complex and ever-changing. We are often affected by family, relationships, work, and even spiritual dynamics. I strive to understand my clients' point of view so that I may collaboratively develop a treatment plan that is as unique as they are.
![Photo of Samantha Greenlee, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/207d7f75-6087-4761-9a12-3afd56c1531a/3/320x400.jpeg)
Samantha Greenlee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saratoga, CA 95070
There are times in life when we struggle with ourselves, our relationships, or our futures. What we do with the struggle is what will determine our growth. If you've found yourself in a period of uncertainty, you don't have to do this alone. Live your best life.
There are times in life when we struggle with ourselves, our relationships, or our futures. What we do with the struggle is what will determine our growth. If you've found yourself in a period of uncertainty, you don't have to do this alone. Live your best life.
![Photo of Arpi Isayan, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f70c7e6e-9a4a-4ce6-a957-804eb69c3ee6/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Arpi Isayan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Los Angeles, California. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depressive disorders, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. I utilize several modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based interventions, Psychoeducation, and Psychodynamic Therapy. My approach to therapy is tailored to the specific areas of need of the client. I utilize interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based interventions, Psychoeducation, and more.
My name is Arpi Isayan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) from Los Angeles, California. I work with adolescents and adults and specialize in anxiety, depressive disorders, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. I utilize several modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based interventions, Psychoeducation, and Psychodynamic Therapy. My approach to therapy is tailored to the specific areas of need of the client. I utilize interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based interventions, Psychoeducation, and more.
![Photo of Alisha Boley, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/416fa978-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Struggling with a mental health or emotional issue? A difficult child/teen? In your relationship? Difficult life transitions? Addiction issues? Gender Identity? Family reunification? I can help you overcome your problems and embrace a healthier lifestyle. You deserve a therapist who will truly strive to understand the way you think. I will take the time to understand your thought processes, emotions, fears, and concerns. Of course, seeking therapy is not always easy; but you deserve to get the help you need to live a happy, fulfilling life.
Struggling with a mental health or emotional issue? A difficult child/teen? In your relationship? Difficult life transitions? Addiction issues? Gender Identity? Family reunification? I can help you overcome your problems and embrace a healthier lifestyle. You deserve a therapist who will truly strive to understand the way you think. I will take the time to understand your thought processes, emotions, fears, and concerns. Of course, seeking therapy is not always easy; but you deserve to get the help you need to live a happy, fulfilling life.
![Photo of Marilee Ruebsamen, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3febbe35-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you concerned for your children in an ongoing high conflict divorce or another highly distressing situation? I consult, support, offer parent/child coping strategies to prevent longterm effects of severe stress & trauma for children/affected others. Even the youngest can demonstrate remarkable resilience. We attend to their confusion, impaired awareness, degree of distorted cognition. Parents cultivate enhanced attunement, insight, learn to see beyond children's distorted appraisal. We co-create more accurate thinking, safer, more healthy relationships, make space for more realistic understanding, provide predictability, constancy, enhanced trust, explore feelings, support emotional regulation, form new, hope-filled stories to replace frightening, traumatic ones.
Are you concerned for your children in an ongoing high conflict divorce or another highly distressing situation? I consult, support, offer parent/child coping strategies to prevent longterm effects of severe stress & trauma for children/affected others. Even the youngest can demonstrate remarkable resilience. We attend to their confusion, impaired awareness, degree of distorted cognition. Parents cultivate enhanced attunement, insight, learn to see beyond children's distorted appraisal. We co-create more accurate thinking, safer, more healthy relationships, make space for more realistic understanding, provide predictability, constancy, enhanced trust, explore feelings, support emotional regulation, form new, hope-filled stories to replace frightening, traumatic ones.
![Photo of Rachel Rogers Safadi - Bluebird Marriage and Family Therapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8771f51b-2ffa-4801-948b-ac4cb1bef46b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Bluebird Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saratoga, CA 95070
Is there conflict in your home or in your relationships? Do you suffer from feelings of anxiety or depression? I am a holistic psychotherapist who considers the whole person — body, mind, spirit, and emotions — in order to achieve growth and wellness. I integrate a variety of effective psychotherapy methods tailored to meet your individual needs, which will help you to increase awareness and actively challenge any roadblocks that may be getting in the way of your healing. I will help you discover your natural strengths and resources and improve your relationship with yourself and others.
Is there conflict in your home or in your relationships? Do you suffer from feelings of anxiety or depression? I am a holistic psychotherapist who considers the whole person — body, mind, spirit, and emotions — in order to achieve growth and wellness. I integrate a variety of effective psychotherapy methods tailored to meet your individual needs, which will help you to increase awareness and actively challenge any roadblocks that may be getting in the way of your healing. I will help you discover your natural strengths and resources and improve your relationship with yourself and others.
![Photo of Blythe Thomas, AMFT, APCC, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d2d6df78-14fb-4dae-b5d8-fb4c10b117bd/2/320x400.jpeg)
Blythe Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Saratoga, CA 95070
Navigating life’s ups and downs can be challenging. Taking a pause and realizing that you aren’t living the life you want is an important step. As a therapist I recognize that moving towards change can be difficult on your own. I respect that it takes courage to reach out for help. Many of my clients seek out therapy to address stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and/or the impacts of trauma. They have come to understand that they are stuck in some way and want movement in a new, healthier, more fulfilling direction.
Navigating life’s ups and downs can be challenging. Taking a pause and realizing that you aren’t living the life you want is an important step. As a therapist I recognize that moving towards change can be difficult on your own. I respect that it takes courage to reach out for help. Many of my clients seek out therapy to address stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and/or the impacts of trauma. They have come to understand that they are stuck in some way and want movement in a new, healthier, more fulfilling direction.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in 95070
100+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in 95070 who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
84% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
68% | Stress |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
65% | Aetna |
57% | Cigna and Evernorth |
48% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in 95070 see their clients
79% | In Person and Online | |
21% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in 95070?
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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.