Therapists in Northwest, Houston, TX
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Kourtni Resnick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
#REAL #AUTHENTIC #EMPATHY #LOYALTY are my core values, creating a powerful therapeutic relationship, becoming a vehicle that promotes substantial personal growth & empowerment. Psychotherapy gives us the chance to stop & look at our own lives & make the decision to live a life of purpose. While considering a multicultural perspective, I have been trained to help my clients reach their unique individual goals, guiding them along their life journey with an existential psychological perspective While it is inevitable that we suffer, we all have the freedom to choose how we face our struggles & the nature of our existence in the world.
#REAL #AUTHENTIC #EMPATHY #LOYALTY are my core values, creating a powerful therapeutic relationship, becoming a vehicle that promotes substantial personal growth & empowerment. Psychotherapy gives us the chance to stop & look at our own lives & make the decision to live a life of purpose. While considering a multicultural perspective, I have been trained to help my clients reach their unique individual goals, guiding them along their life journey with an existential psychological perspective While it is inevitable that we suffer, we all have the freedom to choose how we face our struggles & the nature of our existence in the world.
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Cortnee Wright
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
Waitlist for new clients
Have you experienced an event that has drastically shaken your thoughts, beliefs, and feelings? Are there days that you are overcome with anxiety that you just can not seem to shake? Have you experienced a loss that has robbed you of hope? Robert Frost said "the only way out is through", you do not have to go through it alone. I specialize in helping clients navigate complex trauma, grief, life transitions, and anxiety/depression, all which can have a negative impact on finding your must fulfilled life. I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples, veterans, first responders, and gender and sexual minorities.
Have you experienced an event that has drastically shaken your thoughts, beliefs, and feelings? Are there days that you are overcome with anxiety that you just can not seem to shake? Have you experienced a loss that has robbed you of hope? Robert Frost said "the only way out is through", you do not have to go through it alone. I specialize in helping clients navigate complex trauma, grief, life transitions, and anxiety/depression, all which can have a negative impact on finding your must fulfilled life. I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples, veterans, first responders, and gender and sexual minorities.
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Yesica Lemus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to providing intentional and thoughtful support to individuals seeking insight and healing. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty adjusting to changes, generational trauma, self-esteem concerns, challenges in relationships, and grief. I enjoy working with clients who are seeking insight into their emotional and behavioral patterns. As a first-generation therapist, I bring a unique perspective to my work with clients. I understand what it means to exist between two cultures and navigate those nuances and stressors.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to providing intentional and thoughtful support to individuals seeking insight and healing. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, difficulty adjusting to changes, generational trauma, self-esteem concerns, challenges in relationships, and grief. I enjoy working with clients who are seeking insight into their emotional and behavioral patterns. As a first-generation therapist, I bring a unique perspective to my work with clients. I understand what it means to exist between two cultures and navigate those nuances and stressors.
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Katerina Vengoechea
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77022 (Online Only)
You are someone who wants to feel empowered by creating a new relationship with your emotions and how you cope with them. You seek a sense of peace, fulfillment, and balance that has not yet felt easy to attain. You want to build a deeper connection with yourself and others, to understand your past and its impact on the present, and to move forward with confidence and clarity. People choose to work with me because they are looking for a passionate, energetic, and compassionate therapist who will support and guide them in recognizing the power they hold in their lives, ultimately leading to transformative change.
You are someone who wants to feel empowered by creating a new relationship with your emotions and how you cope with them. You seek a sense of peace, fulfillment, and balance that has not yet felt easy to attain. You want to build a deeper connection with yourself and others, to understand your past and its impact on the present, and to move forward with confidence and clarity. People choose to work with me because they are looking for a passionate, energetic, and compassionate therapist who will support and guide them in recognizing the power they hold in their lives, ultimately leading to transformative change.
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Maria E Torres
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77092
Not accepting new clients
In life, we go through adverse or challenging situations. My purpose is to accompany you with acceptance in your growth process so that you can achieve your personal goals. You deserve to build a life worth living. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. The intervention models I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Also, I'm fully trained in Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
In life, we go through adverse or challenging situations. My purpose is to accompany you with acceptance in your growth process so that you can achieve your personal goals. You deserve to build a life worth living. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children. The intervention models I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Also, I'm fully trained in Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
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Yesenia N Hernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life’s storms can seem isolating, but you don't have to navigate them alone. Together, we will look at patterns/themes and past events that are causing distress, as well as, barriers that keep you feeling stuck. I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment to help nurture personal growth, self-awareness, and resilience. As your therapist, I take a collaborative approach offering support that helps facilitate growth in insight about yourself and tools that can help bring about positive change in your own life.
Life’s storms can seem isolating, but you don't have to navigate them alone. Together, we will look at patterns/themes and past events that are causing distress, as well as, barriers that keep you feeling stuck. I strive to create a safe, welcoming, and confidential environment to help nurture personal growth, self-awareness, and resilience. As your therapist, I take a collaborative approach offering support that helps facilitate growth in insight about yourself and tools that can help bring about positive change in your own life.
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Jennifer Varela
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWs
Verified Verified
Northwest, Houston, TX 77292 (Online Only)
I want to get to know you, wherever you'd like to start. Together, we can explore ways to increase your ability to manage and cope and find more happiness and calmness. I've got 30 years of experience helping people navigate through the impact of traumatic situations and serious grief and loss, including sexual assault, domestic violence, abusive childhoods, chronic illness, and tragic death. I understand the crushing weight of hopelessness and thoughts that things will never be better or even different. I know that things can and do change and I strongly believe that we are not simply what happened to us.
I want to get to know you, wherever you'd like to start. Together, we can explore ways to increase your ability to manage and cope and find more happiness and calmness. I've got 30 years of experience helping people navigate through the impact of traumatic situations and serious grief and loss, including sexual assault, domestic violence, abusive childhoods, chronic illness, and tragic death. I understand the crushing weight of hopelessness and thoughts that things will never be better or even different. I know that things can and do change and I strongly believe that we are not simply what happened to us.
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Jennifer Weatherly-Obani LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018 (Online Only)
Ready to make a change, improve your communication skills, create more balance in your life? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience working with: adults, couples and families.
Ready to make a change, improve your communication skills, create more balance in your life? I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience working with: adults, couples and families.
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Clayton Michael Goldberg
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC
Not Verified Not Verified
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
My mission as a counselor is to help my clients confront and address their struggles concerning substance use and other related issues. Along with that is helping them create a recovering lifestyle that they can be proud of. I serve those that struggle with an addiction and have the readiness to work through the issues addiction brings and promote self-improvement in their life of recovery.
My mission as a counselor is to help my clients confront and address their struggles concerning substance use and other related issues. Along with that is helping them create a recovering lifestyle that they can be proud of. I serve those that struggle with an addiction and have the readiness to work through the issues addiction brings and promote self-improvement in their life of recovery.
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Rolando Pena
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77092
Not accepting new clients
Life is complex, and it can also be overwhelming. You may feel stuck, or as if you are caught between two, or more, strong forces pulling you in different directions. I believe therapy can be a potent, collaborative process in which we can work together to untangle the different components of your concerns, to sit in tension with these components without becoming overwhelmed, and to restore peace in your life. I enjoy working with all issues affected by social identities, such as gender and sexuality, and I specialize in men's issues.
Life is complex, and it can also be overwhelming. You may feel stuck, or as if you are caught between two, or more, strong forces pulling you in different directions. I believe therapy can be a potent, collaborative process in which we can work together to untangle the different components of your concerns, to sit in tension with these components without becoming overwhelmed, and to restore peace in your life. I enjoy working with all issues affected by social identities, such as gender and sexuality, and I specialize in men's issues.
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Jennie Heinze
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Northwest, Houston, TX 77040 (Online Only)
My passion is working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. My goal is to foster a safe environment for all my clients to explore feelings and emotions that have been creating distress. With younger children, I understand that it may be harder to communicate their feelings with words and play therapy can be used to more effectively explore their thoughts. My hope is to create a therapeutic relationship to guide the client toward positive coping skills and start leading more enriching lives. I believe that each client has the ability and the capacity within themselves to become empowered and thrive.
My passion is working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples. My goal is to foster a safe environment for all my clients to explore feelings and emotions that have been creating distress. With younger children, I understand that it may be harder to communicate their feelings with words and play therapy can be used to more effectively explore their thoughts. My hope is to create a therapeutic relationship to guide the client toward positive coping skills and start leading more enriching lives. I believe that each client has the ability and the capacity within themselves to become empowered and thrive.
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My philosophy is one of pragmatism, based on treating each client as an individual with specific needs and empowering clients through education as well as introspection. My greatest goal is to help others develop into healthy and whole individuals, and to embrace life’s journey. In the therapeutic process, I empower the client to discover their own resolve, while at the same time directing the client into a safe path of self-discovery.
My philosophy is one of pragmatism, based on treating each client as an individual with specific needs and empowering clients through education as well as introspection. My greatest goal is to help others develop into healthy and whole individuals, and to embrace life’s journey. In the therapeutic process, I empower the client to discover their own resolve, while at the same time directing the client into a safe path of self-discovery.
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Monica Ann Avalos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
At times, we all feel wounded or slighted by life. For some, feeling better may mean learning how to live with or without someone or something…whether that be a person, a pet, a dream or expectation. For others, it might mean learning how best to honor or understand the past, discover the freedom of living life in the present, or navigating a more purposeful path forward. It is the path we choose that can either mend those wounds to help us heal or harbor wounds that don't grow us. Through the path of counseling, we can learn to lead a more purposeful and healthier lifestyle.
At times, we all feel wounded or slighted by life. For some, feeling better may mean learning how to live with or without someone or something…whether that be a person, a pet, a dream or expectation. For others, it might mean learning how best to honor or understand the past, discover the freedom of living life in the present, or navigating a more purposeful path forward. It is the path we choose that can either mend those wounds to help us heal or harbor wounds that don't grow us. Through the path of counseling, we can learn to lead a more purposeful and healthier lifestyle.
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Being parents, raising a teen, and growing up can be difficult. We all know what it was like being a teenager, and maybe now you're here because you're experiencing what it's like to raise a teenager. While some of the emotions we run into parenting or being a teen hasn't changed, the world has certainly thrown us some curveballs over the past few years. This has left parents having to cope with new challenges that are harder to navigate than what many of us experienced growing up ourselves.
Being parents, raising a teen, and growing up can be difficult. We all know what it was like being a teenager, and maybe now you're here because you're experiencing what it's like to raise a teenager. While some of the emotions we run into parenting or being a teen hasn't changed, the world has certainly thrown us some curveballs over the past few years. This has left parents having to cope with new challenges that are harder to navigate than what many of us experienced growing up ourselves.
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Gardner Counseling Services
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSW, LCDC, CSAT, EMDR-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
About the Facilitator - Doris Gardner-Wilson, LCSW, LCDC, CSAT is a professional speaker, educator, workshop facilitator, certified sex addiction therapist and trained EMDR therapist with years of experience in the field. She currently has private practices in Houston and Katy, Texas and specializes in helping reduce symptoms of panic attacks, past traumas, PTSD phobia, depression, grief, severe anxiety, substance additions, process addictions and other debilitating mental challenges. Previous experience includes Memorial Hermann Prevention & Recovery Center (PaRC), The Right Step, Fort Bend Council of Alcohol & Drug abuse,
About the Facilitator - Doris Gardner-Wilson, LCSW, LCDC, CSAT is a professional speaker, educator, workshop facilitator, certified sex addiction therapist and trained EMDR therapist with years of experience in the field. She currently has private practices in Houston and Katy, Texas and specializes in helping reduce symptoms of panic attacks, past traumas, PTSD phobia, depression, grief, severe anxiety, substance additions, process addictions and other debilitating mental challenges. Previous experience includes Memorial Hermann Prevention & Recovery Center (PaRC), The Right Step, Fort Bend Council of Alcohol & Drug abuse,
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Patience Simms
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT-A, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
My goal is to create an environment for my clients where change and healing can happen. Many of my clients come to me because nothing else has worked and they're ready to give up. Whether I am working with a a couple trying to stay married or considering divorce or an adolescent struggling with self harm, I believe clients can surpass coping, heal from trauma and thrive. And, I believe that challenging marriages can grow into healthy connected relationships.
My goal is to create an environment for my clients where change and healing can happen. Many of my clients come to me because nothing else has worked and they're ready to give up. Whether I am working with a a couple trying to stay married or considering divorce or an adolescent struggling with self harm, I believe clients can surpass coping, heal from trauma and thrive. And, I believe that challenging marriages can grow into healthy connected relationships.
Bonnie Byrne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW206
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, and I have been in private practice since 2009. I focus on resiliency and recovery. I enjoy being with clients whether they be adults, children, or families as they travel to a place of self discovery and change. I use a variety of therapeutic interventions. I like to say I meet clients where they are, and develop an understanding of their hopes and dreams. I consider myself a compassionate witness to clients as they discover peace.
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist, and I have been in private practice since 2009. I focus on resiliency and recovery. I enjoy being with clients whether they be adults, children, or families as they travel to a place of self discovery and change. I use a variety of therapeutic interventions. I like to say I meet clients where they are, and develop an understanding of their hopes and dreams. I consider myself a compassionate witness to clients as they discover peace.
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Juan (Tony) Antonio Lopez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
English/Spanish services available. My experience as a therapist/counselor goes back at the school setting for 19 years, 12 as a K-12 school counselor. I also have over 3000 professional psychotherapy/counseling hours working with young adults and couples. My clients may be having difficulties with personal relationships, depression, anxiety, stresses of life, or workplace and or trauma. Psychotherapy is about helping people work through struggles and find balance in life. Christian, spiritual psychotherapy is available for clients who prefer a faith focus approach. Seeking help to resolve issues is the first step to healing.
English/Spanish services available. My experience as a therapist/counselor goes back at the school setting for 19 years, 12 as a K-12 school counselor. I also have over 3000 professional psychotherapy/counseling hours working with young adults and couples. My clients may be having difficulties with personal relationships, depression, anxiety, stresses of life, or workplace and or trauma. Psychotherapy is about helping people work through struggles and find balance in life. Christian, spiritual psychotherapy is available for clients who prefer a faith focus approach. Seeking help to resolve issues is the first step to healing.
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Psychological Testing: Immigration, ADHD, MMPI
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77092
Houston/Dallas/Round Rock (Bilingual services) Do you need an affordable psychological evaluation and testing services? Dr. July and his associates understand these services can be expensive and that is why we offer affordable fees and a payment plan option. We provide service with the high professional standards that you need for your case. We are experienced in understanding immigration issues. During the process of working with us you will be treated with respect and we will explain the results to you in a way that will help you improve your life.
Houston/Dallas/Round Rock (Bilingual services) Do you need an affordable psychological evaluation and testing services? Dr. July and his associates understand these services can be expensive and that is why we offer affordable fees and a payment plan option. We provide service with the high professional standards that you need for your case. We are experienced in understanding immigration issues. During the process of working with us you will be treated with respect and we will explain the results to you in a way that will help you improve your life.
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Gina W Watson Couples Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Northwest, Houston, TX 77018
At HRI, all we do is couples. We are trained in the science of couple dynamics and when it comes to your relationship, you want a specialist. We work with couples recovering from infidelity, disconnection, resentment, ambivalence about divorce, sex and intimacy and fighting over the same thing with zero resolution. Resolving conflict without it escalating is a learned skill. We offer a proven three phase approach designed to melt resentment, gain closure on past hurts and find agreement (or compromise) on chronic issues.
At HRI, all we do is couples. We are trained in the science of couple dynamics and when it comes to your relationship, you want a specialist. We work with couples recovering from infidelity, disconnection, resentment, ambivalence about divorce, sex and intimacy and fighting over the same thing with zero resolution. Resolving conflict without it escalating is a learned skill. We offer a proven three phase approach designed to melt resentment, gain closure on past hurts and find agreement (or compromise) on chronic issues.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Northwest, Houston, TX
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Northwest, Houston, TX who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
76% | Self Esteem |
75% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Coping Skills |
69% | Stress |
67% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
82% | Aetna |
76% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
76% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Northwest, Houston, TX see their clients
72% | In Person and Online | |
28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
84% | Female | |
14% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Northwest, Houston?
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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.