Therapists in Brookline, MA
![Photo of Youngsuk Kim, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b119a2d2-aa98-457f-b448-fc20e21bbc06/1/320x400.jpeg)
Independent of my job at MGH/Harvard Medical School as a clinical psychologist, I see clients in my private practice (Psychological Care and Consultancy, PLLC). I provide video telehealth only. I have extensive experience treating adults and 65+ suffering from anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem, stresses associated with relationship and family conflicts, and educational and occupational concerns. I also have experience working with health professionals, high-functioning autism, late teens, and military service members. I am licensed in MA and RI.
Independent of my job at MGH/Harvard Medical School as a clinical psychologist, I see clients in my private practice (Psychological Care and Consultancy, PLLC). I provide video telehealth only. I have extensive experience treating adults and 65+ suffering from anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment difficulties, low self-esteem, stresses associated with relationship and family conflicts, and educational and occupational concerns. I also have experience working with health professionals, high-functioning autism, late teens, and military service members. I am licensed in MA and RI.
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Accepting New Patients; Tele-Health; We take most major insurances... We provide one-on-one compassionate, whole-person care and longitudinal clinical alliances for persons struggling with weight gain. We aim for precision targeting of root causes of obesity, and provide a comprehensive medical + psychosocial diagnostic and treatment plan, with Harvard Medical School trained clinical advice, and evidence-based scientific interventions, and a personalized treatment plan, as we honor your full dignity and accompany you in solidarity, care, and partnership through your weight loss journey with us.
Accepting New Patients; Tele-Health; We take most major insurances... We provide one-on-one compassionate, whole-person care and longitudinal clinical alliances for persons struggling with weight gain. We aim for precision targeting of root causes of obesity, and provide a comprehensive medical + psychosocial diagnostic and treatment plan, with Harvard Medical School trained clinical advice, and evidence-based scientific interventions, and a personalized treatment plan, as we honor your full dignity and accompany you in solidarity, care, and partnership through your weight loss journey with us.
![Photo of Gail Rubin - Gail Rubin, LICSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c368fa1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have extensive experience and skills working with adults who are dealing with many different challenges
and life circumstances. My approach is active, collaborative, and sensitive to each individual or couple's needs
and goals, provided within a caring and supportive environment. I enjoy helping clients develop and use their
strengths, coping skills, and understanding in order to make meaningful changes. My areas of
expertise include relationship challenges, mood disorders, occupational and life stage
issues, and addictions. I integrate different approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive
behavioral, family systems and mindfulness based therapies.
I have extensive experience and skills working with adults who are dealing with many different challenges
and life circumstances. My approach is active, collaborative, and sensitive to each individual or couple's needs
and goals, provided within a caring and supportive environment. I enjoy helping clients develop and use their
strengths, coping skills, and understanding in order to make meaningful changes. My areas of
expertise include relationship challenges, mood disorders, occupational and life stage
issues, and addictions. I integrate different approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive
behavioral, family systems and mindfulness based therapies.
![Photo of Dr. David Klapatch, PsyD, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b680ea74-af61-4b33-91a5-2c446326bbd7/1/320x400.png)
Are you struggling to manage your emotional health? Is it difficult to find balance and consistency in your daily life? If you are looking to work with a licensed therapist to manage stress, address psychiatric symptoms, discover yourself, and/or improve your relationships, I look forward to supporting you throughout your process. My approach to treatment incorporates several evidenced-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, and goal setting, to promote the success and healing you deserve.
Are you struggling to manage your emotional health? Is it difficult to find balance and consistency in your daily life? If you are looking to work with a licensed therapist to manage stress, address psychiatric symptoms, discover yourself, and/or improve your relationships, I look forward to supporting you throughout your process. My approach to treatment incorporates several evidenced-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, and goal setting, to promote the success and healing you deserve.
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I work with adults, who wish to improve their well-being and mental health, decrease unnecessary psychological suffering and symptoms, and achieve more fulfillment, contentment, and connectedness in their lives. Clients may come with various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression and mood disorders, relationship difficulties, difficulty with life transitions, stress-related somatic symptoms, post-traumatic stress symptoms, and other forms of emotional distress. Across all the variations therapy may have, I find it a privilege to join people in their journey towards personal healing and growth.
I work with adults, who wish to improve their well-being and mental health, decrease unnecessary psychological suffering and symptoms, and achieve more fulfillment, contentment, and connectedness in their lives. Clients may come with various mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression and mood disorders, relationship difficulties, difficulty with life transitions, stress-related somatic symptoms, post-traumatic stress symptoms, and other forms of emotional distress. Across all the variations therapy may have, I find it a privilege to join people in their journey towards personal healing and growth.
![Photo of Daniel Beck - Daniel Beck Group, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fac6aa25-7ede-4320-b04c-f8a9da9d30dc/1/320x400.jpeg)
Daniel Beck Group is exclusively focused on the practice of Cognitive Behavior Therapy. All sessions are being conducted by phone or video. We have specific expertise in helping people with health anxiety and current worries with Coronavirus. CBT is action-oriented, practical, rational, and helps patients gain independence and competency in dealing with real-life issues. CBT helps the patient learn effective skills to change the way they think, feel and behave. Unlike many practices which use a variety of modalities, this practice is unique in exclusively focusing on CBT.
Daniel Beck Group is exclusively focused on the practice of Cognitive Behavior Therapy. All sessions are being conducted by phone or video. We have specific expertise in helping people with health anxiety and current worries with Coronavirus. CBT is action-oriented, practical, rational, and helps patients gain independence and competency in dealing with real-life issues. CBT helps the patient learn effective skills to change the way they think, feel and behave. Unlike many practices which use a variety of modalities, this practice is unique in exclusively focusing on CBT.
![Photo of Dylan Khanal, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/89c7103d-d945-4a6f-bb4e-6ecac8b97560/1/320x400.jpeg)
Therapy as I view it is nothing more or less than a helpful conversation. During these conversations, I will attend closely to your words and expressions to help bring out implicit stories you may be living out that support the problems you are hoping to address. Contextualizing these stories within your personal history, relationships, and larger social and political dynamics helps them feel less absolute and more optional. Stepping back from these narratives allows for a reclaiming of values, relationships and ways of being that honor more fully who we wish to be.
Therapy as I view it is nothing more or less than a helpful conversation. During these conversations, I will attend closely to your words and expressions to help bring out implicit stories you may be living out that support the problems you are hoping to address. Contextualizing these stories within your personal history, relationships, and larger social and political dynamics helps them feel less absolute and more optional. Stepping back from these narratives allows for a reclaiming of values, relationships and ways of being that honor more fully who we wish to be.
![Photo of Felix William Treitler, LICSW, USTA, USPTA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c5d3adf-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Felix William Treitler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, USTA, USPTA
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445
I offer a co-ed Relationship Group. Feel free to inquire more about how this kind of therapy can be quite useful. I do Individual, Couples, Family, and Group Therapy. I currently facilitate a Bereavement Group which meets at my Brookline office every Saturday from 2-4pm. I also run groups for substance abuse, depression and anxiety. In addition, I have a lot of experience counseling children of all ages. I am a firm believer in strength-based psychotherapy.
I offer a co-ed Relationship Group. Feel free to inquire more about how this kind of therapy can be quite useful. I do Individual, Couples, Family, and Group Therapy. I currently facilitate a Bereavement Group which meets at my Brookline office every Saturday from 2-4pm. I also run groups for substance abuse, depression and anxiety. In addition, I have a lot of experience counseling children of all ages. I am a firm believer in strength-based psychotherapy.
![Photo of Jing Li, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/71fdfab2-145b-4ade-868a-04877becff9c/2/320x400.jpeg)
BEST way to reach me is EMAIL. I believe emotional healing happens in a therapeutic relationship. I offer relation-oriented, emotion-focused psychotherapy to clients who are interested in relieving symptoms, identifying patterns, resolving conflicts, building satisfying relationships, finding fulfillment in life, etc. My work is trauma-informed due to my passion for trauma treatment, especially that of developmental trauma, and an understanding that traumatic experience is existentially inevitable in human life. I also enjoy helping young professionals, first-time parents, and new immigrants navigate challenging life situations.
BEST way to reach me is EMAIL. I believe emotional healing happens in a therapeutic relationship. I offer relation-oriented, emotion-focused psychotherapy to clients who are interested in relieving symptoms, identifying patterns, resolving conflicts, building satisfying relationships, finding fulfillment in life, etc. My work is trauma-informed due to my passion for trauma treatment, especially that of developmental trauma, and an understanding that traumatic experience is existentially inevitable in human life. I also enjoy helping young professionals, first-time parents, and new immigrants navigate challenging life situations.
![Photo of Dr. Veronica Medina, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/68568750-00c1-4725-943f-0cbc8fb9ecb3/1/320x400.png)
Veronica Medina, PhD, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and an Organizational Psychologist with 24 years of experience. Dr. Medina completed her master's degree in Counseling at Valparaiso University and her doctorate in Organization Psychology (PhD) at Walden University. She is an adjunct professor with a health studies department where she teaches holistic medicine, human sexuality, stress management, and statistics. Dr. Medina offers counseling and talk therapy services; however, she does not currently offer psychological testing.
Veronica Medina, PhD, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and an Organizational Psychologist with 24 years of experience. Dr. Medina completed her master's degree in Counseling at Valparaiso University and her doctorate in Organization Psychology (PhD) at Walden University. She is an adjunct professor with a health studies department where she teaches holistic medicine, human sexuality, stress management, and statistics. Dr. Medina offers counseling and talk therapy services; however, she does not currently offer psychological testing.
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I'm dedicated to guiding individuals, couples and families toward brighter futures. With a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and experience from pre-K to 8th grade, I bring profound knowledge and compassion to every session. Specializing in trauma-informed care, narrative therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and a strength-based approach, I offer a comprehensive toolkit tailored to each client's unique needs. Grounded in the person-centered approach, I firmly believe in your expertise in your own life. Together, we embark on a journey toward achieving your goals while emphasizing your inherent strengths.
I'm dedicated to guiding individuals, couples and families toward brighter futures. With a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and experience from pre-K to 8th grade, I bring profound knowledge and compassion to every session. Specializing in trauma-informed care, narrative therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and a strength-based approach, I offer a comprehensive toolkit tailored to each client's unique needs. Grounded in the person-centered approach, I firmly believe in your expertise in your own life. Together, we embark on a journey toward achieving your goals while emphasizing your inherent strengths.
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![Photo of Jennifer Irvin, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41a3eaae-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am currently accepting new teletherapy patients. People come to therapy to gain control over their lives, feel better and lead a fuller life. Whether you are struggling with issues big or small, we will work together to create a safe space where your old patterns and painful feelings can be explored. I practice therapy that emphasizes the importance of a unique therapist/patient relationship built upon a secure and empathic connection. I believe this is our best chance to understand our life experiences and ourselves more deeply and bring about enduring change.
I am currently accepting new teletherapy patients. People come to therapy to gain control over their lives, feel better and lead a fuller life. Whether you are struggling with issues big or small, we will work together to create a safe space where your old patterns and painful feelings can be explored. I practice therapy that emphasizes the importance of a unique therapist/patient relationship built upon a secure and empathic connection. I believe this is our best chance to understand our life experiences and ourselves more deeply and bring about enduring change.
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Michele Lubowsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
It can be hard to quiet your mind. Maybe you put other's needs in front of your own, leaving little space for yourself. You want to connect with those around you, but it's hard to stop the buzzing feeling that takes over. Some moments feel ok, but other times you feel emotions you can't explain. Despite your achievements, sometimes it just doesn't feel like enough. Do you sometimes feel broken and wonder if it's just you? If it feels like time for something to change, you don't have to do it alone.
It can be hard to quiet your mind. Maybe you put other's needs in front of your own, leaving little space for yourself. You want to connect with those around you, but it's hard to stop the buzzing feeling that takes over. Some moments feel ok, but other times you feel emotions you can't explain. Despite your achievements, sometimes it just doesn't feel like enough. Do you sometimes feel broken and wonder if it's just you? If it feels like time for something to change, you don't have to do it alone.
![Photo of Stefanie Acierno, MEd, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/612401f8-9167-496c-a3ca-39828babf804/2/320x400.jpeg)
Stefanie Acierno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Stefanie Acierno, a seasoned licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) and accomplished psychotherapist, brings over two decades of invaluable experience to behavioral health. Residing in Massachusetts, she is deeply committed to offering comprehensive emotional and mental health services to a diverse clientele, including adults, college students, and athletes.
Stefanie Acierno, a seasoned licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) and accomplished psychotherapist, brings over two decades of invaluable experience to behavioral health. Residing in Massachusetts, she is deeply committed to offering comprehensive emotional and mental health services to a diverse clientele, including adults, college students, and athletes.
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As a psychologist and psychoanalyst, I aim to help patients understand the trouble in their lives and make significant changes. I believe it is important to take the time to get to know patients' stories. My approach is both collaborative and challenging. Sometimes this involves helping people look at parts of themselves that are painful, or hard to see clearly. Many patients benefit from long-term, intensive therapy, while others find that shorter-term therapy helps them solve immediate problems.
As a psychologist and psychoanalyst, I aim to help patients understand the trouble in their lives and make significant changes. I believe it is important to take the time to get to know patients' stories. My approach is both collaborative and challenging. Sometimes this involves helping people look at parts of themselves that are painful, or hard to see clearly. Many patients benefit from long-term, intensive therapy, while others find that shorter-term therapy helps them solve immediate problems.
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Miryam Yusufov
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of adults. My clinical areas of focus include depression, anxiety, substance use, and adjustment to medical illness. I use evidence-based treatment approaches to identify and clarify goals, facilitate behavior change, and build coping skills.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of adults. My clinical areas of focus include depression, anxiety, substance use, and adjustment to medical illness. I use evidence-based treatment approaches to identify and clarify goals, facilitate behavior change, and build coping skills.
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Shaylee Olive
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Hey there! I'm Shaylee Olive, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts! I'm a flexible, non-judgmental therapist who is passionate about helping people define and reach their goals!
Hey there! I'm Shaylee Olive, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts! I'm a flexible, non-judgmental therapist who is passionate about helping people define and reach their goals!
![Photo of Tandeka Guilderson, LCSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b0c55e75-6a46-4e56-8a85-e087f5870d31/2/320x400.jpeg)
Tandeka Guilderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Tandeka is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Taos, NM and Boston, MA. During her career, she has worked in psychiatric hospitals (outpatient/inpatient), community mental health clinics, and school based settings. She has extensive experience working with patients across the lifespan, with a wide variety of presenting concerns. Tandeka specializes in supporting patients in recovery from addiction, managing developmental complex trauma/grief, and those facing individual/community identity issues. She also has specialty practices with the following populations: adolescents, women in recovery, athletes, and couples.
Tandeka is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Taos, NM and Boston, MA. During her career, she has worked in psychiatric hospitals (outpatient/inpatient), community mental health clinics, and school based settings. She has extensive experience working with patients across the lifespan, with a wide variety of presenting concerns. Tandeka specializes in supporting patients in recovery from addiction, managing developmental complex trauma/grief, and those facing individual/community identity issues. She also has specialty practices with the following populations: adolescents, women in recovery, athletes, and couples.
![Photo of Anne Weaver, MA, LMHC, ABD, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d0462ff-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
People can recover from mental health crises and lead fulfilling and productive lives. Each of us heal and grow through our relationships with others that are based on mutual respect and authentic dialogue. My practice is based on a non-pathologizing, supportive, narrative approach which is always person-first and person-directed. I graduated with a master's in clinical mental health counseling in 2003 and have been licensed since 2008.
People can recover from mental health crises and lead fulfilling and productive lives. Each of us heal and grow through our relationships with others that are based on mutual respect and authentic dialogue. My practice is based on a non-pathologizing, supportive, narrative approach which is always person-first and person-directed. I graduated with a master's in clinical mental health counseling in 2003 and have been licensed since 2008.
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Rising Hope Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Life can be tough! But I think we sometimes forget our resilience when life, school, work, and family, throws us twists and turns. Sometimes, we need a little help in balancing all the demands that are placed upon us and that we place upon ourselves. Welcome to your journey to self re/discovery! You have taken a major step towards your goals even by reading this profile. As your Counselor, I see this as a collaborative process. Using a very kind, personable, authentic and non-judgmental approach, we will walk together as you discover your many hidden strengths along the way to hope and healing.
Life can be tough! But I think we sometimes forget our resilience when life, school, work, and family, throws us twists and turns. Sometimes, we need a little help in balancing all the demands that are placed upon us and that we place upon ourselves. Welcome to your journey to self re/discovery! You have taken a major step towards your goals even by reading this profile. As your Counselor, I see this as a collaborative process. Using a very kind, personable, authentic and non-judgmental approach, we will walk together as you discover your many hidden strengths along the way to hope and healing.
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Number of Therapists in Brookline, MA
700+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Brookline, MA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
81% | Relationship Issues |
77% | Self Esteem |
64% | Grief |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
45% | Aetna |
45% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Brookline, MA see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
23% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Brookline?
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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.