Therapists in Frederick, MD
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Susan McGilloway
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21701 (Online Only)
Welcome to my world – an experience in which we engage in a unique partnership on what may be one of the most important journeys of your life. Are you feeling unloved, unappreciated, helpless, hopeless due to some unplanned reality in your life. Do you need healing from adversity such as the ending of a relationship, the loss of employment, an unexpected debilitating illness, the death of a loved one, post-partum depression. No matter what the adversity, we have resilience that lifts us up to recover from adversity, return to "normal" or create a new "normal."
Welcome to my world – an experience in which we engage in a unique partnership on what may be one of the most important journeys of your life. Are you feeling unloved, unappreciated, helpless, hopeless due to some unplanned reality in your life. Do you need healing from adversity such as the ending of a relationship, the loss of employment, an unexpected debilitating illness, the death of a loved one, post-partum depression. No matter what the adversity, we have resilience that lifts us up to recover from adversity, return to "normal" or create a new "normal."
![Photo of Andrew Moss, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c9dd6f00-e9d0-47ce-9aaa-bd99d7a5dba8/1/320x400.png)
Do you ever feel like you're drowning in the sea of responsibilities? Between work, relationships, and all your commitments, it's easy to lose sight of what truly makes you exceptional. But it’s worth asking: what really deserves your time and energy? Are all these things worth the sacrifice? As a dedicated therapist, my mission is to walk with you as you seek answers to these fundamental questions. Using a mindfulness-based approach, we can take a moment to pause and reflect on what truly matters. Together, we'll explore the depths of your being and uncover the unique strengths that make you who you are.
Do you ever feel like you're drowning in the sea of responsibilities? Between work, relationships, and all your commitments, it's easy to lose sight of what truly makes you exceptional. But it’s worth asking: what really deserves your time and energy? Are all these things worth the sacrifice? As a dedicated therapist, my mission is to walk with you as you seek answers to these fundamental questions. Using a mindfulness-based approach, we can take a moment to pause and reflect on what truly matters. Together, we'll explore the depths of your being and uncover the unique strengths that make you who you are.
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Heather Derpic
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21702 (Online Only)
Are you ready to move beyond past experiences, embrace joy, and cultivate a sense of worth, control, safety, power and inner peace? Let’s transform your distress into wellness with practical therapy solutions, some courage and self-awareness. I specialize in utilizing EMDR, CBT, and Mindfulness techniques to support your journey to emotional well-being. I bring over a decade of experience in guiding individuals through trauma, anxiety, stress, anger management, depression, addiction, interpersonal struggles and more. Having personally overcome childhood and life challenges, I bring a deep understanding and empathy to my practice.
Are you ready to move beyond past experiences, embrace joy, and cultivate a sense of worth, control, safety, power and inner peace? Let’s transform your distress into wellness with practical therapy solutions, some courage and self-awareness. I specialize in utilizing EMDR, CBT, and Mindfulness techniques to support your journey to emotional well-being. I bring over a decade of experience in guiding individuals through trauma, anxiety, stress, anger management, depression, addiction, interpersonal struggles and more. Having personally overcome childhood and life challenges, I bring a deep understanding and empathy to my practice.
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Kathleen 'katie' Plant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21704
Is your family going through a transition? Is your child going through a tough time? Are emotions hard for them to address and process? I'm here to guide your child and your family and help bring a calming ease into your home. I'm here to work with your child and with you to work through obstacles, conflict, and emotional dysregulations.
Is your family going through a transition? Is your child going through a tough time? Are emotions hard for them to address and process? I'm here to guide your child and your family and help bring a calming ease into your home. I'm here to work with your child and with you to work through obstacles, conflict, and emotional dysregulations.
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The Space Between Telehealth
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LCP, CAC, AD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Sometimes it's too much to actually make the arrangement to see a therapist because it is time consuming. If depression, anxiety, or physical pain are causing you to feel confused, sad, angry, or grieving a life that once was, please consider telehealth for relief. The Space Between is pleased to offer telehealth only services. If being overwhelmed keeps you from really living, I can tell you your thought patterns create more problems? But, why? My clients, couples, and individuals, are people who have been impacted by emotional struggles disruptions, and being stuck in relationships that are unfulfilling. Know there is hope.
Sometimes it's too much to actually make the arrangement to see a therapist because it is time consuming. If depression, anxiety, or physical pain are causing you to feel confused, sad, angry, or grieving a life that once was, please consider telehealth for relief. The Space Between is pleased to offer telehealth only services. If being overwhelmed keeps you from really living, I can tell you your thought patterns create more problems? But, why? My clients, couples, and individuals, are people who have been impacted by emotional struggles disruptions, and being stuck in relationships that are unfulfilling. Know there is hope.
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Barbara Bazemore
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21704
Barbara Bazemore is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. She was certified as an ArtReach Project America Trainer & facilitated multiple expressive arts hours working with Veterans and professionals interested in working with Veterans. Barbara Bazemore became an Expressive Arts presenter and an Advisor for Women Veteran Social Justice to assist in the needs of women veterans; she became a counselor to assist others in the expression of their emotions in a healthy way. Ms. Bazemore specializes in the uniqueness of others to manage stress, coping skills, depression, anxiety, and life transitions
Barbara Bazemore is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience. She was certified as an ArtReach Project America Trainer & facilitated multiple expressive arts hours working with Veterans and professionals interested in working with Veterans. Barbara Bazemore became an Expressive Arts presenter and an Advisor for Women Veteran Social Justice to assist in the needs of women veterans; she became a counselor to assist others in the expression of their emotions in a healthy way. Ms. Bazemore specializes in the uniqueness of others to manage stress, coping skills, depression, anxiety, and life transitions
![Photo of Katelyn Smith, LGPC, MS, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/847a8626-b7ce-4c39-94e6-3d19d214da51/1/320x400.jpeg)
I love helping people feel heard, understood, and seen through a compassionate and empathic approach to therapy. I work with a broad range of people, from elementary schoolers to adults. I love working with kids, teens, young adults, and women. I have experience working in a crisis center, schools, and private practice, and approach my work through a trauma-informed lens. I have supported people who have experienced trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, unexpected crisis, chronic health problems, grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting issues, problems at school, and problems with emotion regulation.
I love helping people feel heard, understood, and seen through a compassionate and empathic approach to therapy. I work with a broad range of people, from elementary schoolers to adults. I love working with kids, teens, young adults, and women. I have experience working in a crisis center, schools, and private practice, and approach my work through a trauma-informed lens. I have supported people who have experienced trauma, domestic violence, sexual assault, unexpected crisis, chronic health problems, grief, anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting issues, problems at school, and problems with emotion regulation.
![Photo of Dylan Hartmann, MSW, LCSW-C, LISW-CP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c5d8fee8-404d-402d-8f18-68ab72a7fff2/4/320x400.jpeg)
Dylan Hartmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701 (Online Only)
I’m a licensed therapist having worked with a diverse range of clients and struggles. I'm confident and dedicated to helping you reach your desired goals, and offer a laid-back, non-judgemental approach. I am able to offer a Christian perspective in therapy for those who desire it; however, it is always at the request of the client. I do indeed work with individuals of all different faiths, religions, and backgrounds though.
I’m a licensed therapist having worked with a diverse range of clients and struggles. I'm confident and dedicated to helping you reach your desired goals, and offer a laid-back, non-judgemental approach. I am able to offer a Christian perspective in therapy for those who desire it; however, it is always at the request of the client. I do indeed work with individuals of all different faiths, religions, and backgrounds though.
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Betsy is trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Somatic therapies. She enjoys helping clients reduce physical and emotional stress, release old burdens, guilt and shame, improve self-esteem and vitality, and heal from old trauma. She finds these therapies to be transformative, healing, and life changing. With more than thirty years' experience practicing psychotherapy, Betsy holds a master's degree in counseling psychology, Keene, NH and a bachelor's degree in Transpersonal Psychology, Burlington College, Vermont.
Betsy is trained in Internal Family Systems Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Somatic therapies. She enjoys helping clients reduce physical and emotional stress, release old burdens, guilt and shame, improve self-esteem and vitality, and heal from old trauma. She finds these therapies to be transformative, healing, and life changing. With more than thirty years' experience practicing psychotherapy, Betsy holds a master's degree in counseling psychology, Keene, NH and a bachelor's degree in Transpersonal Psychology, Burlington College, Vermont.
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Relationships are hard work! I am here to help you and your partner(s) through common struggles such as infidelity recovery, desire discrepancies and other bedroom issues, communication barriers, co-parenting challenges, emotional intimacy, re-connection, financial concerns, discernment/separation and much more. I also help individuals with sexual dysfunction, distressing compulsions and/or attraction, and pornography addiction. My goal as your counselor is to help you and your partner(s) get to your desired level of connection, intimacy, and communication.
Relationships are hard work! I am here to help you and your partner(s) through common struggles such as infidelity recovery, desire discrepancies and other bedroom issues, communication barriers, co-parenting challenges, emotional intimacy, re-connection, financial concerns, discernment/separation and much more. I also help individuals with sexual dysfunction, distressing compulsions and/or attraction, and pornography addiction. My goal as your counselor is to help you and your partner(s) get to your desired level of connection, intimacy, and communication.
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Chris Vara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, MDiv
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
Are you caught in cycles that leave you exhausted? Do you want to have better relationships but find them splintering? Are you self-critical in your efforts to obtain perfection? Do you find yourself shutting down or shutting off? You don't have to suffer in silence. Nor do you have to leave any part of yourself behind - I work with the whole person. Our identities often intersect with our struggles and our strengths. I'll meet you where you're at, and help you get where you're going. Whether you are just starting or looking to maintain your recovery from eating disorders, trauma and/or OCD, together recovery is possible.
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Cathy Roberts
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21703 (Online Only)
Licensed in Virginia and West Virginia, too! Do you long to find moments of peace amidst the current chaos? Changing your beliefs and perceptions can help you move from fear to peace and personal power. I work with individuals and couples, including those in non-monogamous relationships and those living alternative lifestyles. I especially welcome people who want to feel more comfortable in their own skin and who have a lifelong sense of not belonging. In addition, I work with people facing spiritual/religious conflicts and challenges. All who wish to look for opportunities in crisis are welcome!
Licensed in Virginia and West Virginia, too! Do you long to find moments of peace amidst the current chaos? Changing your beliefs and perceptions can help you move from fear to peace and personal power. I work with individuals and couples, including those in non-monogamous relationships and those living alternative lifestyles. I especially welcome people who want to feel more comfortable in their own skin and who have a lifelong sense of not belonging. In addition, I work with people facing spiritual/religious conflicts and challenges. All who wish to look for opportunities in crisis are welcome!
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Welcome! I provide a safe, compassionate, open space for you to explore, learn, heal, and grow. We all need help at times to navigate hard experiences, shed negative self-beliefs, and tap into our wisdom and confidence. I truly believe, when willing to explore, we can all discover our truest self, love that self, and live with authenticity. If that sounds impossible, trust me - it is possible! I will work with you from a person-centered approach, meaning you will be in the driver’s seat. I offer options but you decide what is right for you. We will go at your pace as we focus on your priorities.
Welcome! I provide a safe, compassionate, open space for you to explore, learn, heal, and grow. We all need help at times to navigate hard experiences, shed negative self-beliefs, and tap into our wisdom and confidence. I truly believe, when willing to explore, we can all discover our truest self, love that self, and live with authenticity. If that sounds impossible, trust me - it is possible! I will work with you from a person-centered approach, meaning you will be in the driver’s seat. I offer options but you decide what is right for you. We will go at your pace as we focus on your priorities.
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Bright Life Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21702
Have you been diagnosed with or suspect you have ADHD. Are you someone who works hard, is determined, has the desire to improve themselves, but find it difficult and challenging? You say to yourself, "Why is it so easy for everyone else? Why cant I do it?" Have you had people tell you that you get too upset, you're too emotional and take things too personally. You try and control our emotions, but you can't help but feel deeply. You may have difficulties in communication, making or keeping friends, following conversations, interrupting, and distraction. Living with ADHD can make life very difficult.
Have you been diagnosed with or suspect you have ADHD. Are you someone who works hard, is determined, has the desire to improve themselves, but find it difficult and challenging? You say to yourself, "Why is it so easy for everyone else? Why cant I do it?" Have you had people tell you that you get too upset, you're too emotional and take things too personally. You try and control our emotions, but you can't help but feel deeply. You may have difficulties in communication, making or keeping friends, following conversations, interrupting, and distraction. Living with ADHD can make life very difficult.
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Growth and change can be hard to navigate and I'm so glad you have already taken the first step in looking for support! I believe that a strong therapist-client relationship is of utmost importance and my ideal client would be someone who is looking to take an active role in their therapy. Although you may be experiencing loss of hope or feelings of worthlessness, I am convinced that everyone has an opportunity to create their own personal comeback story.
Growth and change can be hard to navigate and I'm so glad you have already taken the first step in looking for support! I believe that a strong therapist-client relationship is of utmost importance and my ideal client would be someone who is looking to take an active role in their therapy. Although you may be experiencing loss of hope or feelings of worthlessness, I am convinced that everyone has an opportunity to create their own personal comeback story.
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My ideal client is motivated for therapy. Their issues can include spiritual confusion, perinatal struggles, relationship concerns, family conflict, boundary needs, and/or a desire for greater self-awareness. They desire true change, which comes with a combination of empathy, education, and constructive feedback, if necessary, from the clinician.
My ideal client is motivated for therapy. Their issues can include spiritual confusion, perinatal struggles, relationship concerns, family conflict, boundary needs, and/or a desire for greater self-awareness. They desire true change, which comes with a combination of empathy, education, and constructive feedback, if necessary, from the clinician.
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Liz Bohan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety and overwhelm? Are you a woman who struggles with your self-worth or a loud inner critic? Do you feel like you’ve lost touch with yourself and with others due to feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you struggle with perfectionism and people pleasing? You are not alone and I truly believe the parts of you that are feeling the need to be perfect or not enough are the parts of you that need the most healing. There is hope for you. I would like to help you rediscover yourself and all of the joy and peace that has been waiting for you.
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety and overwhelm? Are you a woman who struggles with your self-worth or a loud inner critic? Do you feel like you’ve lost touch with yourself and with others due to feeling anxious and overwhelmed? Do you struggle with perfectionism and people pleasing? You are not alone and I truly believe the parts of you that are feeling the need to be perfect or not enough are the parts of you that need the most healing. There is hope for you. I would like to help you rediscover yourself and all of the joy and peace that has been waiting for you.
![Photo of Aleyna Fitz, LGPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/405548ad-b382-45f2-8f17-d6039958b079/1/320x400.jpeg)
I help children and families create a shared language for expressing needs, exploring feelings, learning how to problem solve and building strong relationships. My work as a school counselor informs my holistic approach to working with children and teens to support mental health and emotional wellbeing. Whether your family has recently experienced a crisis or you are increasingly concerned about your child's behavior or social interactions, therapy can help.
I help children and families create a shared language for expressing needs, exploring feelings, learning how to problem solve and building strong relationships. My work as a school counselor informs my holistic approach to working with children and teens to support mental health and emotional wellbeing. Whether your family has recently experienced a crisis or you are increasingly concerned about your child's behavior or social interactions, therapy can help.
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Allied Counseling Group
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21703 (Online Only)
The Intervention Center offers discreet on-site employee, family, and impaired professional interventions that work! Licensed interventionist with over 20 years' expertise in coaching, guiding, and delivering powerful intervention experiences that save lives and restore trust, health and productivity to companies, professionals and families. From helping pre-cert and authorize insurance plans for treatment admission, researching best options for care, arranging and providing travel and companion care during transit, and educating the intervention team, we dedicate our work in every step toward intervening on addictive behavior that has impacted your workplace and family relationships.
The Intervention Center offers discreet on-site employee, family, and impaired professional interventions that work! Licensed interventionist with over 20 years' expertise in coaching, guiding, and delivering powerful intervention experiences that save lives and restore trust, health and productivity to companies, professionals and families. From helping pre-cert and authorize insurance plans for treatment admission, researching best options for care, arranging and providing travel and companion care during transit, and educating the intervention team, we dedicate our work in every step toward intervening on addictive behavior that has impacted your workplace and family relationships.
![Photo of Sophie Hans, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c55c948f-38a3-4d04-974f-7f0bd48ada35/2/320x400.png)
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety for the first time due to life changes and transitions or may be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
My ideal client is someone who comes to therapy in a time of need. They might be experiencing anxiety for the first time due to life changes and transitions or may be concerned as to where the anxiety came from. The client might be processing loss or grief from a loved one or past friendships and or relationships. My ideal client will have needs such as needing to identify coping skills to get through life stressors, assistance with reaching goals. As a therapist I would be able to provide the client with a objective perspective to bounce their ideas and situations off of.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Frederick, MD
500+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Frederick, MD who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
76% | Self Esteem |
75% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Stress |
71% | Coping Skills |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
74% | CareFirst |
69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Frederick, MD see their clients
56% | In Person and Online | |
44% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Frederick?
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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.