Therapists in Butler County, AL
![Photo of Misti D Keen, MS, LMHC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4ce0984e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have been a practicing counselor for the last 20 years and can honestly say I have enjoyed every single day. I am licensed in Alabama as well as Florida and have been certified as not only a Licensed Professional Counselor but also as a Certified Addictions Professional. I believe the challenges we face, although sometimes uncomfortable, teach us valuable lessons about who we are as people and allow us to tap into a strength we often do not realize we possess. Assisting my clients recognizing their strength is a privilege not taken lightly by me.
I have been a practicing counselor for the last 20 years and can honestly say I have enjoyed every single day. I am licensed in Alabama as well as Florida and have been certified as not only a Licensed Professional Counselor but also as a Certified Addictions Professional. I believe the challenges we face, although sometimes uncomfortable, teach us valuable lessons about who we are as people and allow us to tap into a strength we often do not realize we possess. Assisting my clients recognizing their strength is a privilege not taken lightly by me.
![Photo of Shauna Snyder, ALC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d6d17de7-4b69-4daa-b484-a563f6e1ee84/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have over 10 years of experience with diverse populations and providing trauma informed care. This is a safe sacred place for you on your healing journey, with you as the expert on your life, we will create safe spaces together that support you reaching your goals in therapy. Join me on a journey of self love, healing and acceptance together. I have some experience in the Spanish language. I would classify my language level to be medium as I can understand fairly well, as I spent a fair amount of time in Mexico experiencing the life and culture there. Please reach out with any questions as I am ready to work for you.
I have over 10 years of experience with diverse populations and providing trauma informed care. This is a safe sacred place for you on your healing journey, with you as the expert on your life, we will create safe spaces together that support you reaching your goals in therapy. Join me on a journey of self love, healing and acceptance together. I have some experience in the Spanish language. I would classify my language level to be medium as I can understand fairly well, as I spent a fair amount of time in Mexico experiencing the life and culture there. Please reach out with any questions as I am ready to work for you.
![Photo of Claudette E. Rogers, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b6ad09ac-782a-4248-8124-c859c78d084b/2/320x400.jpeg)
You matter! I am an experienced Psychotherapist, trained EMDR Therapist and a Believer/Christian. I am passionate about helping you achieve and maintain mental wellness, and recover from trauma. Provided individual counseling and psychotherapy groups that included Women and Families of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Individual male and female Felony and Misdemeanor clients, Incarcerated women in Montgomery prisons, and Individuals with mental disorders. Spent 30 plus years proving services to people in need. You cannot do what you don't know, nor give what you don't have, I will help you get there.
You matter! I am an experienced Psychotherapist, trained EMDR Therapist and a Believer/Christian. I am passionate about helping you achieve and maintain mental wellness, and recover from trauma. Provided individual counseling and psychotherapy groups that included Women and Families of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Individual male and female Felony and Misdemeanor clients, Incarcerated women in Montgomery prisons, and Individuals with mental disorders. Spent 30 plus years proving services to people in need. You cannot do what you don't know, nor give what you don't have, I will help you get there.
![Photo of Karen Humphrey Sullins - Helping Hands Professional Counseling & Consulting, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30b7ec9e-c17f-462d-b2b2-8343d872bf33/1/320x400.jpeg)
Helping Hands Professional Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenville, AL 36037
We provide a safe space for healing, support, and growth while assisting individuals and families through the therapeutic process. In life, adversities can throw us unexpected bumps along the way but with each bump, there is an opportunity for growth and healing! We aim for you to leave us with a higher level of healing, inner peace, and hope. We provide trauma-informed, compassionate care within the first responder culture and stress management leadership roles. Our focus: to educate, elevate, and encourage all people. Consulting is provided to groups and organizations: mental health, wellness, managing threats, and crisis response
We provide a safe space for healing, support, and growth while assisting individuals and families through the therapeutic process. In life, adversities can throw us unexpected bumps along the way but with each bump, there is an opportunity for growth and healing! We aim for you to leave us with a higher level of healing, inner peace, and hope. We provide trauma-informed, compassionate care within the first responder culture and stress management leadership roles. Our focus: to educate, elevate, and encourage all people. Consulting is provided to groups and organizations: mental health, wellness, managing threats, and crisis response
Online Therapists
![Photo of Sherika Thomas-Miller, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4f2f100b-3c87-4a8a-bf65-b21017ecbf6b/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Sherika Thomas-Miller, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Montgomery, AL, and working with clients statewide via telehealth or in-office. I work with adolescents to Geriatric and specialize in stress, depression, and anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress throughout their therapeutic journey.
My name is Sherika Thomas-Miller, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Montgomery, AL, and working with clients statewide via telehealth or in-office. I work with adolescents to Geriatric and specialize in stress, depression, and anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress throughout their therapeutic journey.
![Photo of Family Center - Family Guidance Center of Alabama, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/508c4113-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Family Guidance Center of Alabama
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montgomery, AL 36116
There comes a time in all of our lives when there is great benefit in reaching out to someone trained and dedicated to helping us understand ourselves. Our professional therapists work toward the achievement of agreed-upon goals within the counseling process. Counseling focuses on problem areas such as marriage, parent-child relationships, child/adolescent adjustment, step-family relationships, single parenting, divorce adjustment and adult life adjustment.
There comes a time in all of our lives when there is great benefit in reaching out to someone trained and dedicated to helping us understand ourselves. Our professional therapists work toward the achievement of agreed-upon goals within the counseling process. Counseling focuses on problem areas such as marriage, parent-child relationships, child/adolescent adjustment, step-family relationships, single parenting, divorce adjustment and adult life adjustment.
![Photo of Amanda Reed, LPC , Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/30a0e208-caf0-42b7-8df9-7514e78622d9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hey, my name is Amanda, and I am married with 5 children. I am glad to introduce myself and help you on your journey to become the best version of yourself. I enjoy my job as a therapist because I believe that helping people is my calling. I look forward to meeting you. I really enjoy working with a wide variety of clients from small children, teens, parents with small children, and adults. I have been working with all populations in my past practice and enjoy the variety.
Hey, my name is Amanda, and I am married with 5 children. I am glad to introduce myself and help you on your journey to become the best version of yourself. I enjoy my job as a therapist because I believe that helping people is my calling. I look forward to meeting you. I really enjoy working with a wide variety of clients from small children, teens, parents with small children, and adults. I have been working with all populations in my past practice and enjoy the variety.
![Photo of Oddesty Langham - Oddesty K & Associates, MS, LPC, NCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1af1fbaf-d1f2-4b14-a92f-0ebeb1862365/1/320x400.jpeg)
Text "New Client" to 205-528-8162 to start. Immediate availability with some therapists in reduced fee program ($50 - 45min. sessions). Our commitment to clients is to provide a safe space where you will feel seen, heard and valued in a none-judgmental space. We have therapist trained to work with individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Family Conflict, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Postpartum Depression and Anxiety, Women's Issues, Men's Issues, Anger Concerns, Concerns related to identity or sexual identity, Religion, Parenting and Substance Abuse. LGBTQ+ Friendly. Single Mom Friendly. Veteran Friendly.
Text "New Client" to 205-528-8162 to start. Immediate availability with some therapists in reduced fee program ($50 - 45min. sessions). Our commitment to clients is to provide a safe space where you will feel seen, heard and valued in a none-judgmental space. We have therapist trained to work with individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Family Conflict, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Postpartum Depression and Anxiety, Women's Issues, Men's Issues, Anger Concerns, Concerns related to identity or sexual identity, Religion, Parenting and Substance Abuse. LGBTQ+ Friendly. Single Mom Friendly. Veteran Friendly.
![Photo of Dottie Dickson Skipper, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e349ec1a-600c-4f1c-b727-8909579b231f/1/320x400.jpeg)
If you want to live more "on purpose", we will work together to facilitate just that. Few people can avoid struggles in life and sometimes these struggles are overwhelming, especially when faced alone. In therapy, solutions to your problems become obvious and you will be supported professionally to make them happen. Your relationships will improve and successful coping skills will be taught. How you feel is important and what you do in your personal life with regard to those feelings even more so.
If you want to live more "on purpose", we will work together to facilitate just that. Few people can avoid struggles in life and sometimes these struggles are overwhelming, especially when faced alone. In therapy, solutions to your problems become obvious and you will be supported professionally to make them happen. Your relationships will improve and successful coping skills will be taught. How you feel is important and what you do in your personal life with regard to those feelings even more so.
![Photo of Ilene D Holcombe - Individualized Pursuance of Hope, LLC, LPC-S, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/37b1c114-ecae-4f7e-b4fa-ea0633737815/2/320x400.jpeg)
Individualized Pursuance of Hope, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Montgomery, AL 36106
I believe in a mantra of "Always Keep It Moving", never let anything or anyone stop you from achieving your goals/dreams. There may be some delays or setbacks and that doesn't mean you have to quit. Use those times to reorganize and restrategize. "Where there is life there is always hope." I provide counseling to individuals with various issues that include Stress, Anger, Self-Esteem, Depression, Anxiety, Life Skills, Communication, Crisis Intervention and whatever is unique for the individual.
I believe in a mantra of "Always Keep It Moving", never let anything or anyone stop you from achieving your goals/dreams. There may be some delays or setbacks and that doesn't mean you have to quit. Use those times to reorganize and restrategize. "Where there is life there is always hope." I provide counseling to individuals with various issues that include Stress, Anger, Self-Esteem, Depression, Anxiety, Life Skills, Communication, Crisis Intervention and whatever is unique for the individual.
![Photo of Rose Blakey Phillips, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/832c70b7-f42a-499c-a1e5-eb1a785d9f22/2/320x400.jpeg)
Rose Blakey Phillips
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dothan, AL 36301
I have over 30 years of experience of working with both individuals and couples with with addictions, childhood trauma, depression, suicidal thoughts, and attempts. In addition, I have worked with LGBT clients for over 12 years. My practice is affirming for both straight and gay persons. I like to focus on providing support for identifying one's strengths and finding solutions that help to create inner peace. In addition, I have provided trainings on various topics such as suicide prevention, trauma and counseling clients who live with HIV. I provide training and consultation in these areas.
I have over 30 years of experience of working with both individuals and couples with with addictions, childhood trauma, depression, suicidal thoughts, and attempts. In addition, I have worked with LGBT clients for over 12 years. My practice is affirming for both straight and gay persons. I like to focus on providing support for identifying one's strengths and finding solutions that help to create inner peace. In addition, I have provided trainings on various topics such as suicide prevention, trauma and counseling clients who live with HIV. I provide training and consultation in these areas.
![Photo of Kelly Cody Turner, MS, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4b2e51c2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kelly Cody Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, AL 36830
No matter what your challenges are , it takes time , it takes a positive attitude , and it takes Action! Let me help you get into a better mindset and learn to overcome these challenges with effective, personal growth!
No matter what your challenges are , it takes time , it takes a positive attitude , and it takes Action! Let me help you get into a better mindset and learn to overcome these challenges with effective, personal growth!
![Photo of Chelsea Taylor, LPC , Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/35920a73-b923-4da8-a459-754bf356d55f/1/320x400.png)
Chelsea Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Montgomery, AL 36117 (Online Only)
My name is Dr. Chelsea Taylor, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alabama. I work with all ages up to 99+. I have extensive experience with assisting individuals with life changes, grief/ loss, and relationship issues. I specialize in child/adolescent behaviors and disorders such as ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, stress, and adjustment utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to help clients thrive despite life’s challenges.
My name is Dr. Chelsea Taylor, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Alabama. I work with all ages up to 99+. I have extensive experience with assisting individuals with life changes, grief/ loss, and relationship issues. I specialize in child/adolescent behaviors and disorders such as ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, stress, and adjustment utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My goal is to help clients thrive despite life’s challenges.
![Photo of Penelope L McDonald, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d8fa80b-c81e-4ea8-8914-33ff0ff95de3/2/320x400.jpeg)
Penelope L McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Dothan, AL 36305 (Online Only)
Thank you for choosing to explore a new way of tackling life’s challenges. Reaching out can be an overwhelming step. It is important to remember that you possess more bravery than you realize and more strength than you feel. Your courage is greater than you might imagine. I reject the notion of a one-size-fits all approach and instead focus on exploring ideas and thoughts to create a plan that is tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. We will work together for positive change. “If you change nothing, nothing changes.” Dr. Joyce Brothers
Thank you for choosing to explore a new way of tackling life’s challenges. Reaching out can be an overwhelming step. It is important to remember that you possess more bravery than you realize and more strength than you feel. Your courage is greater than you might imagine. I reject the notion of a one-size-fits all approach and instead focus on exploring ideas and thoughts to create a plan that is tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. We will work together for positive change. “If you change nothing, nothing changes.” Dr. Joyce Brothers
![Photo of Charles T. Rubio - Dr. Charles T. Rubio, PhD, PC, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/baf64386-7cfa-4a3a-890f-ad1b56b4df17/3/320x400.jpeg)
For more than 25 years Dr, Rubio has counseled adults, adolescents, couples, and families. Helping college students adjust to living away from home has been a particularly rewarding part of his practice. Dr. Rubio also collaborates with local attorneys to provide psychological services for alcohol and drug related offenses, and anger management issues.Since 1993, he has served as psychological consultant to Lyman Ward Military Academy, a military boarding school.
For more than 25 years Dr, Rubio has counseled adults, adolescents, couples, and families. Helping college students adjust to living away from home has been a particularly rewarding part of his practice. Dr. Rubio also collaborates with local attorneys to provide psychological services for alcohol and drug related offenses, and anger management issues.Since 1993, he has served as psychological consultant to Lyman Ward Military Academy, a military boarding school.
![Photo of Cassie Allen - Cassie Allen, Certified EMDR Therapist, MSW, MBA, LCSW, EMDR, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/330298a1-0fb6-4f13-8770-5fee706383ea/3/320x400.jpeg)
Cassie Allen, Certified EMDR Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MBA, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Opelika, AL 36801
Are you worn out? Are you losing hope? Do you need someone in your corner? If so, you are probably feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, maybe even despairing. I work with adults who are seeking relief from these distressing emotions, and from sleepless nights, endless worry, isolation, and mood swings.
Are you worn out? Are you losing hope? Do you need someone in your corner? If so, you are probably feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, maybe even despairing. I work with adults who are seeking relief from these distressing emotions, and from sleepless nights, endless worry, isolation, and mood swings.
![Photo of Erin Mills, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c9d6e2cc-600b-4bd7-9553-f6dd56d5ce2a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Erin Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montgomery, AL 36116 (Online Only)
Therapy can be challenging - it takes courage to look directly at parts of ourselves that we feel ashamed of. Going through this process with someone who gets you can be transformative. I'm deeply curious about how you see the world and work to create an environment where you can be, too. Maybe you have learned to cope with feelings in ways that are hurting you or your relationships. Maybe you're struggling with a tendency to isolate or hurt yourself, with self-hatred, with long-term patterns that you feel hopeless about. Every person has a unique ability to change & grow. The goal of therapy is to remove obstacles to your growth.
Therapy can be challenging - it takes courage to look directly at parts of ourselves that we feel ashamed of. Going through this process with someone who gets you can be transformative. I'm deeply curious about how you see the world and work to create an environment where you can be, too. Maybe you have learned to cope with feelings in ways that are hurting you or your relationships. Maybe you're struggling with a tendency to isolate or hurt yourself, with self-hatred, with long-term patterns that you feel hopeless about. Every person has a unique ability to change & grow. The goal of therapy is to remove obstacles to your growth.
![Photo of Cordia Coleman Lee, MS, ALC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e28fb403-ff6b-4cd8-9a5a-e7531c17827d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Cordia Coleman Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, ALC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atmore, AL 36502
Life presents us with numerous challenges that we must navigate daily to progress. I specialize in guiding adolescents, and adults through these obstacles, aiding in the development of coping mechanisms to tackle a wide array of issues. These include feelings of low self-esteem, anxiety, sadness, mood disorders, addiction, grief, severe mental disease, trauma, family conflict, and existential uncertainty. By engaging in open discussions, significant introspection, and a thorough assessment of difficulties, I enable individuals to develop techniques that free them from ingrained and detrimental self-perceptions, allowing for growth.
Life presents us with numerous challenges that we must navigate daily to progress. I specialize in guiding adolescents, and adults through these obstacles, aiding in the development of coping mechanisms to tackle a wide array of issues. These include feelings of low self-esteem, anxiety, sadness, mood disorders, addiction, grief, severe mental disease, trauma, family conflict, and existential uncertainty. By engaging in open discussions, significant introspection, and a thorough assessment of difficulties, I enable individuals to develop techniques that free them from ingrained and detrimental self-perceptions, allowing for growth.
![Photo of Richard Jones, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/071a4e36-00b3-4b18-a8cf-8ba6e3f947a5/2/320x400.jpeg)
You matter and the story of your life is significant! We are passionate about walking alongside individuals as they experience disappointment, pain, brokenness, and even joy in life and relationships. So often we think we should be able to handle the ups and downs of life on our own, and yet, if you are anything like us, the weight of holding life together is crushing you. At HCC, we believe humans were created for relationships. Our counselors desire to welcome you with dignity, and invite you into a therapeutic relationship where healing can begin to take place.
You matter and the story of your life is significant! We are passionate about walking alongside individuals as they experience disappointment, pain, brokenness, and even joy in life and relationships. So often we think we should be able to handle the ups and downs of life on our own, and yet, if you are anything like us, the weight of holding life together is crushing you. At HCC, we believe humans were created for relationships. Our counselors desire to welcome you with dignity, and invite you into a therapeutic relationship where healing can begin to take place.
![Photo of E. Steven Richardson - Oakleaf Marriage and Family Therapy, LLC., LMFT, ThM, MDiv, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0016e362-b8e5-43bf-92d5-36332dbfb3d0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Oakleaf Marriage and Family Therapy, LLC.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ThM, MDiv
Verified Verified
Dothan, AL 36303
Oakleaf Marriage and Family Therapy, LLC. provides a professional, holistic counseling experience that is specialized in helping clients develop more useful interactional patterns of behavior in their relationships, overcome their challenges, achieve their personal goals and improve their competence, capacity and productivity.
Oakleaf Marriage and Family Therapy, LLC. provides a professional, holistic counseling experience that is specialized in helping clients develop more useful interactional patterns of behavior in their relationships, overcome their challenges, achieve their personal goals and improve their competence, capacity and productivity.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Butler County, AL
< 10
Therapists in Butler County, AL who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Depression |
100% | Grief |
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
100% | Women's Issues |
75% | Anxiety |
75% | Addiction |
Average years in practice
16 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
75% | Aetna |
75% | Medicaid |
How Therapists in Butler County, AL see their clients
75% | In Person and Online | |
25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Butler County?
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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.