Therapists in Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
Are you struggling to balance your physical and mental health? Are things becoming unmanageable? Is your time limited? Then welcome to WellPsyche! WellPsyche provides experts in the field of Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatry. Our practice offers the latest in psychiatry including Telemedicine! Now you can visit with your psychiatrist from the privacy and convenience of your home or work. Our providers take a Conservative and Effective approach to medication management and can help you balance your life.
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Marian Humphries
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85012
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults as well as their families. My experience has been working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, and dysfunctional coping skills including self-harming behaviors. Therapy is tailored to the individual using best practices.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of experience working with adolescents and young adults as well as their families. My experience has been working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, and dysfunctional coping skills including self-harming behaviors. Therapy is tailored to the individual using best practices.
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Dr. Lindsay Okonowsky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85013 (Online Only)
My priority is fostering a confidential and caring working relationship through which you can explore areas for growth and your existing resilience. My training and experience in multiple unique settings with a diverse client base has helped me to develop a strong belief in individuals’ power to bring sustainable change to their lives. I acknowledge the difficulty involved in taking the first steps toward initiating psychotherapy. Please reach out for individual or couple’s therapy consultation if you have general questions or would like to determine whether I would be a good fit to help you address your needs.
My priority is fostering a confidential and caring working relationship through which you can explore areas for growth and your existing resilience. My training and experience in multiple unique settings with a diverse client base has helped me to develop a strong belief in individuals’ power to bring sustainable change to their lives. I acknowledge the difficulty involved in taking the first steps toward initiating psychotherapy. Please reach out for individual or couple’s therapy consultation if you have general questions or would like to determine whether I would be a good fit to help you address your needs.
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Integrative Psychotherapy and Assessment Services
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PsyD
Verified Verified
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85015
You are strong, you are resilient, and it is okay to need help! Life can often become extremely difficult. We are here to help. We will come alongside you in your journey as a trusted partner, teammate, and therapeutic provider. Someone to always be in your corner. We will help you be accountable for your life and we will be privileged to assist you in your time of need for your mental health related needs including substance abuse.
You are strong, you are resilient, and it is okay to need help! Life can often become extremely difficult. We are here to help. We will come alongside you in your journey as a trusted partner, teammate, and therapeutic provider. Someone to always be in your corner. We will help you be accountable for your life and we will be privileged to assist you in your time of need for your mental health related needs including substance abuse.
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McCall Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85012
∙ • ∙ New patients: Inquire via email. Thank you! ∙ • ∙ I know the struggle. Wanting to feel better, but nothing you have tried so far has worked for you. Consider this the first step towards achieving your goal of improved mental health! Using different therapeutic techniques based on your specific needs, I will help you work through anxiety, depression, obsessions & compulsions, eating issues, self-esteem, difficult relationships, body image, anger, self-harm, and negative thinking patterns. I work with children 10+, adolescents, and adults. I am an LGBTQ+ ally and am experienced in working with the community.
∙ • ∙ New patients: Inquire via email. Thank you! ∙ • ∙ I know the struggle. Wanting to feel better, but nothing you have tried so far has worked for you. Consider this the first step towards achieving your goal of improved mental health! Using different therapeutic techniques based on your specific needs, I will help you work through anxiety, depression, obsessions & compulsions, eating issues, self-esteem, difficult relationships, body image, anger, self-harm, and negative thinking patterns. I work with children 10+, adolescents, and adults. I am an LGBTQ+ ally and am experienced in working with the community.
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Healed Phoenix Women’s Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Do you struggle with Anxiety, Depression, or feeling like you're not good enough? Dealing with low self-esteem, or lack of confidence? Feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward? Want help but not sure where to start?
Do you struggle with Anxiety, Depression, or feeling like you're not good enough? Dealing with low self-esteem, or lack of confidence? Feel stuck and unsure of how to move forward? Want help but not sure where to start?
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I am an EMDR therapist who works to find the root causes for client’s symptoms. My goal is to help the client discover the root of what’s causing distress and work to heal the root and not just treat the symptoms. I approach treatment through a trauma-informed lens which means I pay particular attention to adverse experiences throughout one's life and how those experiences and the beliefs one has about that value and identity.
I am an EMDR therapist who works to find the root causes for client’s symptoms. My goal is to help the client discover the root of what’s causing distress and work to heal the root and not just treat the symptoms. I approach treatment through a trauma-informed lens which means I pay particular attention to adverse experiences throughout one's life and how those experiences and the beliefs one has about that value and identity.
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Ana Cristina Uribe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85015 (Online Only)
Se Habla Español. Are you experiencing the stress with every day life? Are you feeling overwhelmed and like you just can't do everything you need to do? Having gone through both of those experiences, I know what it's like to feel like the world is caving in. Sometimes it's difficult to think clearly when our plate is not just full, but overly full and ready to overflow. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and through our work together, I can help you reduce the stress and anxiety that you may be feeling. Through cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, I can help you identify specific thoughts that are ca
Se Habla Español. Are you experiencing the stress with every day life? Are you feeling overwhelmed and like you just can't do everything you need to do? Having gone through both of those experiences, I know what it's like to feel like the world is caving in. Sometimes it's difficult to think clearly when our plate is not just full, but overly full and ready to overflow. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and through our work together, I can help you reduce the stress and anxiety that you may be feeling. Through cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, I can help you identify specific thoughts that are ca
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Donn R. Yeager
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LISAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85021 (Online Only)
Donn Yeager is a Substance Abuse Counselor that has been in the industry since 2012. His experience includes having been a Residential Therapist at Calvary Addiction Recovery Center, later was the Clinical Director at Recovery in the Pines in Prescott, AZ and currently working at St. Luke's Behavioral Health Hospital. Donn has a passion for serving others and finds satisfaction in finding individuals troubled with addiction become productive citizens that further leads to the family's healing.
Donn Yeager is a Substance Abuse Counselor that has been in the industry since 2012. His experience includes having been a Residential Therapist at Calvary Addiction Recovery Center, later was the Clinical Director at Recovery in the Pines in Prescott, AZ and currently working at St. Luke's Behavioral Health Hospital. Donn has a passion for serving others and finds satisfaction in finding individuals troubled with addiction become productive citizens that further leads to the family's healing.
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Story Unfolding LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85015 (Online Only)
Welcome to Story Unfolding! My name is Courtney and I have been working in the mental health field supporting children, adolescents, and families for over 13 years. I passionately believe that when humans have the space to share and explore different chapters of their lives they will discover inner strength, wisdom, and tools right for them to move through life with more ease and a greater sense of balance. I am trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT skills and implement a trauma-informed approach to support families, adolescents, and children.
Welcome to Story Unfolding! My name is Courtney and I have been working in the mental health field supporting children, adolescents, and families for over 13 years. I passionately believe that when humans have the space to share and explore different chapters of their lives they will discover inner strength, wisdom, and tools right for them to move through life with more ease and a greater sense of balance. I am trained in EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT skills and implement a trauma-informed approach to support families, adolescents, and children.
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Hi ya’ll! My name is Haleigh, and I am excited to be a Counseling Intern currently pursuing my Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling. Prior to beginning my graduate studies, I dedicated my time to providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with Autism and other behavioral issues. This experience was incredibly rewarding and solidified my passion for working with youth, who have truly captured my heart.
Hi ya’ll! My name is Haleigh, and I am excited to be a Counseling Intern currently pursuing my Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling. Prior to beginning my graduate studies, I dedicated my time to providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with Autism and other behavioral issues. This experience was incredibly rewarding and solidified my passion for working with youth, who have truly captured my heart.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Melissa Ziervogel, Accepting New Clients In-Person and Online. Located at PSCS Wellness Center. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with adolescents, teens and adults. I hold a Master of Arts in Counseling degree from Argosy University and have been working in the field of crisis since 2010. My desire is to help those who are facing a range of difficulties in their lives and my goal is to help you realize your strengths and to provide an atmosphere that allows you to learn new approaches to those difficulties.
Melissa Ziervogel, Accepting New Clients In-Person and Online. Located at PSCS Wellness Center. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience working with adolescents, teens and adults. I hold a Master of Arts in Counseling degree from Argosy University and have been working in the field of crisis since 2010. My desire is to help those who are facing a range of difficulties in their lives and my goal is to help you realize your strengths and to provide an atmosphere that allows you to learn new approaches to those difficulties.
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Lorie Sirola
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LISAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Life is difficult! Traumatic events can stop rich joyful, productive lives, I can help you change that! Restore joy, trust and confidence. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Independent Substance Abuse Counselor with a certificate of advanced studies in Trauma, Abuse & Deprivation. Each and every person is created unique and gifted in different areas. Everyone has unprocessed Trauma, some large & some seemingly small. Any of which can cause depression, fear, anger, anxiety, dysfunctional relationships, substance/alcohol abuse & much more. Transformation is what I do.
Life is difficult! Traumatic events can stop rich joyful, productive lives, I can help you change that! Restore joy, trust and confidence. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Independent Substance Abuse Counselor with a certificate of advanced studies in Trauma, Abuse & Deprivation. Each and every person is created unique and gifted in different areas. Everyone has unprocessed Trauma, some large & some seemingly small. Any of which can cause depression, fear, anger, anxiety, dysfunctional relationships, substance/alcohol abuse & much more. Transformation is what I do.
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Jeremy Scataglini
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85013
So much of the pain and stress many of us deal with daily stems from disconnection in relationships with our partner, family, or even the relationship to ourselves. I work with clients from all walks of life, with an emphasis on couples and individuals who are experiencing feelings of rejection, shame, and worthlessness in relationships. If you feel that being yourself is never good enough, if you are struggling to express your needs, beliefs, or feelings, or if there’s a relationship issue you can't seem to resolve, I want to work with you to achieve a lasting sense of relief.
So much of the pain and stress many of us deal with daily stems from disconnection in relationships with our partner, family, or even the relationship to ourselves. I work with clients from all walks of life, with an emphasis on couples and individuals who are experiencing feelings of rejection, shame, and worthlessness in relationships. If you feel that being yourself is never good enough, if you are struggling to express your needs, beliefs, or feelings, or if there’s a relationship issue you can't seem to resolve, I want to work with you to achieve a lasting sense of relief.
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Tres Adames
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv, BCPC, CPT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Are you struggling with feelings of shame? Does it feel like who you are is at odds with your family, upbringing, values, and/or those around you? I specialize in helping adults and teens struggling with various emotional, relational, spiritual, and sexual issues. I am comfortable discussing difficult topics and complex situations including grief, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, and relationships. I also specialize in working with those who are LGBTQ. In addition to this, I work with those who are deconstructing their faith, those dealing with shame around sex, and those who have experienced church hurt or religious trauma.
Are you struggling with feelings of shame? Does it feel like who you are is at odds with your family, upbringing, values, and/or those around you? I specialize in helping adults and teens struggling with various emotional, relational, spiritual, and sexual issues. I am comfortable discussing difficult topics and complex situations including grief, depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, and relationships. I also specialize in working with those who are LGBTQ. In addition to this, I work with those who are deconstructing their faith, those dealing with shame around sex, and those who have experienced church hurt or religious trauma.
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Welcome to Empower Mental Health. Our guiding principal is to empower our clients to thrive well past the time when counseling is concluded. From the first session we focus on working ourselves out of a job. A focus we take pride in is working with veterans and their families. We accept insurances to include Optum/United, Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, Medicare and Triwest. We are available for both in-person and telehealth sessions. Services can be scheduled outside of business hours including mornings, nights, and weekends. Please take a look at our website: https://empowermh.co
Welcome to Empower Mental Health. Our guiding principal is to empower our clients to thrive well past the time when counseling is concluded. From the first session we focus on working ourselves out of a job. A focus we take pride in is working with veterans and their families. We accept insurances to include Optum/United, Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, Medicare and Triwest. We are available for both in-person and telehealth sessions. Services can be scheduled outside of business hours including mornings, nights, and weekends. Please take a look at our website: https://empowermh.co
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The Rosemary Tree Therapy & Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MAPS, WFR, ANFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85021
The Rosemary Tree is a place where healing happens differently. Our clients experience healing and wellness in a holistic, team-based approach that is felt differently as soon as you walk into the space. Most of our clients do not come to us for only individual therapy sessions- they learn quickly that the most lasting change comes from working with our partners, children, and other relationships as well. We provide a space to experience this deeper kind of healing by combining clinical excellence, experiential therapy, relationship approaches, and engagement with nature.
The Rosemary Tree is a place where healing happens differently. Our clients experience healing and wellness in a holistic, team-based approach that is felt differently as soon as you walk into the space. Most of our clients do not come to us for only individual therapy sessions- they learn quickly that the most lasting change comes from working with our partners, children, and other relationships as well. We provide a space to experience this deeper kind of healing by combining clinical excellence, experiential therapy, relationship approaches, and engagement with nature.
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Shannon M Duffy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFT, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85013 (Online Only)
Daily stressors are inevitable, and it is essential to build coping strategies for how to manage stress and combat negative thinking patterns. Creating behavior changes is a focal point of psychotherapy and beneficial in wanting a sense of structure and consistency in one's relationships and overall life. My overall goal for each client is to work on obtaining balance within their own healthy lifestyle. Through obtaining balance one's past and present symptoms can lessen and each individual and/or couple can focus on the positive attributes of their life and move forward towards reaching their goals and the life worth living.
Daily stressors are inevitable, and it is essential to build coping strategies for how to manage stress and combat negative thinking patterns. Creating behavior changes is a focal point of psychotherapy and beneficial in wanting a sense of structure and consistency in one's relationships and overall life. My overall goal for each client is to work on obtaining balance within their own healthy lifestyle. Through obtaining balance one's past and present symptoms can lessen and each individual and/or couple can focus on the positive attributes of their life and move forward towards reaching their goals and the life worth living.
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My professional passion is to help people achieve an improved quality of life through the use of a person centered humanistic approach. Clients experiencing anxiety, depression and life changes benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT). All services are provided in a manner which is gender inclusive. Successful therapy is achieved by developing a strong therapeutic alliance with clients and using a collaborative approach to health and well-being.
My professional passion is to help people achieve an improved quality of life through the use of a person centered humanistic approach. Clients experiencing anxiety, depression and life changes benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT). All services are provided in a manner which is gender inclusive. Successful therapy is achieved by developing a strong therapeutic alliance with clients and using a collaborative approach to health and well-being.
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Patrick Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ 85015 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or uncertainty? Do you long for greater happiness, fulfillment, and peace of mind in your life? It's time to prioritize your mental health and embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or uncertainty? Do you long for greater happiness, fulfillment, and peace of mind in your life? It's time to prioritize your mental health and embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
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Number of Therapists in Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ
100+
Average cost per session
$145
Therapists in Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
75% | Self Esteem |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Stress |
69% | Relationship Issues |
66% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | Aetna |
76% | Cigna and Evernorth |
71% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Alahambra, Phoenix, AZ see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |
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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.