Therapists in Orangecrest, Riverside, CA
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Tom Thomazin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, Pastor
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508
I am the President & CEO of Genesis Counseling. We have 4 Clinics (San Bernardino, Riverside, Victorville & Ridgecrest). I've provided mental health services as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT #32218) since 1995 for individuals, couples, families of all ages, ethnic and diagnostic categories. As a clinician I offer both day and evening appointments out of several of our different locations. I am also an Ordained Pastor offering Christian Counseling from Biblical point of view. If I cannot help you perhaps one of the clinicians in our various office locations can, including areas of Psychiatry & Psychological Testing.
I am the President & CEO of Genesis Counseling. We have 4 Clinics (San Bernardino, Riverside, Victorville & Ridgecrest). I've provided mental health services as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT #32218) since 1995 for individuals, couples, families of all ages, ethnic and diagnostic categories. As a clinician I offer both day and evening appointments out of several of our different locations. I am also an Ordained Pastor offering Christian Counseling from Biblical point of view. If I cannot help you perhaps one of the clinicians in our various office locations can, including areas of Psychiatry & Psychological Testing.
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Hi, I'm Kelly Steiner, LMFT 37215, and have been working as a therapist for over 25 years. I provide a safe space to help you in working through some of the things that may be holding you back from finding joy, moving forward, or finding healthy connections. I have worked with all types of clients of all ages with varied reasons they are seeking out treatment. A comforting, safe, non-judgmental place where they feel valued. I recognize how difficult it can be to ask for help from a stranger, so I want to project a warm atmosphere where the session is all about them.
Hi, I'm Kelly Steiner, LMFT 37215, and have been working as a therapist for over 25 years. I provide a safe space to help you in working through some of the things that may be holding you back from finding joy, moving forward, or finding healthy connections. I have worked with all types of clients of all ages with varied reasons they are seeking out treatment. A comforting, safe, non-judgmental place where they feel valued. I recognize how difficult it can be to ask for help from a stranger, so I want to project a warm atmosphere where the session is all about them.
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My name Bao Trinh, PsyD and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a background in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Forensic psychology. I am a client centered therapist and believe everyone has innate tools and skills to resolve life's challenges, especially depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationships.
My name Bao Trinh, PsyD and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a background in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as Forensic psychology. I am a client centered therapist and believe everyone has innate tools and skills to resolve life's challenges, especially depression, anxiety, and interpersonal relationships.
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Julia Mandel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Julia Mandel, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (93275). I am a first-generation Mexican American woman and have over 6 years of experience providing mental health counseling services to children, teens, college students, women, and families. What I enjoy most about being a therapist is getting to know a person for who they are and creating a safe and trusting relationship where my client has the confidence and skills to make the changes they want to see in their lives.
Hello, my name is Julia Mandel, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (93275). I am a first-generation Mexican American woman and have over 6 years of experience providing mental health counseling services to children, teens, college students, women, and families. What I enjoy most about being a therapist is getting to know a person for who they are and creating a safe and trusting relationship where my client has the confidence and skills to make the changes they want to see in their lives.
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Life transitions and stress can impact how we feel about ourselves as well as how we interact with others. I look forward to helping you find meaning in what is most important to you despite the transitions.
Life transitions and stress can impact how we feel about ourselves as well as how we interact with others. I look forward to helping you find meaning in what is most important to you despite the transitions.
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Zeruah Reedom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
Welcome! You have taken the first step into discovering the importance of your mental well-being. Life is filled with unexpected challenges and often we have difficulty facing them. This is where having a safe space and a non-judgmental therapeutic environment can assist with your journey towards increased wellness. My specialties are Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, and Workplace/Caregiver Stressors.
Welcome! You have taken the first step into discovering the importance of your mental well-being. Life is filled with unexpected challenges and often we have difficulty facing them. This is where having a safe space and a non-judgmental therapeutic environment can assist with your journey towards increased wellness. My specialties are Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, and Workplace/Caregiver Stressors.
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Patricia Lamas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, constantly irritated, angry, tired and overwhelmed? Are you feeling like you are stuck? Or going through difficult changes? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who obtained my masters in counseling from California State Fullerton. I have worked with children, adolescents, individuals and families in a community, mental health departments and private practice setting. I currently work with adults who are seeking additional tools to improve their life while dealing with difficulties with life challenges.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious, constantly irritated, angry, tired and overwhelmed? Are you feeling like you are stuck? Or going through difficult changes? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who obtained my masters in counseling from California State Fullerton. I have worked with children, adolescents, individuals and families in a community, mental health departments and private practice setting. I currently work with adults who are seeking additional tools to improve their life while dealing with difficulties with life challenges.
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Marlo Narro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
I am a seasoned therapist with a heartfelt commitment to guide individuals through their transformative journeys. I offer healing and empowerment to individuals experiencing grief/depression/anxiety/life transitions/behavior concerns. I am an expert in trauma recovery. As a combat veteran, my first-hand experience allows me to forge a unique connection, fostering a sense of trust and understanding. My approach is a partnership built on empathy, respect, and a deep appreciation for each individual's story. My expertise in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mind-Body Medicine offers a profound path to healing.
I am a seasoned therapist with a heartfelt commitment to guide individuals through their transformative journeys. I offer healing and empowerment to individuals experiencing grief/depression/anxiety/life transitions/behavior concerns. I am an expert in trauma recovery. As a combat veteran, my first-hand experience allows me to forge a unique connection, fostering a sense of trust and understanding. My approach is a partnership built on empathy, respect, and a deep appreciation for each individual's story. My expertise in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mind-Body Medicine offers a profound path to healing.
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Stephanie Davis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508
The first step in therapy is having the courage to reach out. You are on the right track by being on here today! Celebrate this. It is important that you find a therapist that you are comfortable with. You deserve to find someone that you can be open and honest with who will respect and support you on your journey. Asking for help is a very humbling experience and it takes strength.
The first step in therapy is having the courage to reach out. You are on the right track by being on here today! Celebrate this. It is important that you find a therapist that you are comfortable with. You deserve to find someone that you can be open and honest with who will respect and support you on your journey. Asking for help is a very humbling experience and it takes strength.
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Jessica Selby
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
Thank you for taking the time to explore my profile. Within the realm of psychotherapy, I bring valuable experience in supporting individuals navigating issues such as anxiety, intrusive thoughts, feelings of stagnation, and challenges in attaining a state of inner peace. Through a collaborative therapeutic approach, we aim to delve into the biological dimensions of these experiences, identifying latent innate skills. This transformative process empowers the client to nurture a sense of capability, confidence, and grounding, facilitating the reclamation of control over their life, liberated from the constraints of anxiety.
Thank you for taking the time to explore my profile. Within the realm of psychotherapy, I bring valuable experience in supporting individuals navigating issues such as anxiety, intrusive thoughts, feelings of stagnation, and challenges in attaining a state of inner peace. Through a collaborative therapeutic approach, we aim to delve into the biological dimensions of these experiences, identifying latent innate skills. This transformative process empowers the client to nurture a sense of capability, confidence, and grounding, facilitating the reclamation of control over their life, liberated from the constraints of anxiety.
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Matthew McKernan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508
Hello! My name is Matthew. Thanks for visiting my profile! I am an eclectic therapist (MFT) who - depending on what it is on which you'd like to work - draws from a number of different modalities (from gestalt to psychodynamic to trauma-informed to solution-focused and more). My goal is to help you become more aware of your wholeness and your own inherent abilities to heal and create for yourself a life imbued with meaning, purpose, wonder, healthy relationships, and spiritual well-being.
Hello! My name is Matthew. Thanks for visiting my profile! I am an eclectic therapist (MFT) who - depending on what it is on which you'd like to work - draws from a number of different modalities (from gestalt to psychodynamic to trauma-informed to solution-focused and more). My goal is to help you become more aware of your wholeness and your own inherent abilities to heal and create for yourself a life imbued with meaning, purpose, wonder, healthy relationships, and spiritual well-being.
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Andrea Platero
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508
My name is Andrea Platero and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field. My purpose and passion are inviting others into the process of transformation through greater authenticity, awareness, and choice. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
My name is Andrea Platero and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field. My purpose and passion are inviting others into the process of transformation through greater authenticity, awareness, and choice. My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Additional training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
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Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and have been practicing as a clinician since 2006. Firstly, building a meaningful therapeutic relationship is at the heart of my approach. In individual, couples, and adolescent therapy sessions, I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) skills along with mindfulness to recognize and reevaluate how previous life experiences have possibly negatively impacted your beliefs, coping skills, cognitions, emotions, and behaviors, which might be keeping you stuck in feelings of anxiety, depression or unhealthy ways of relating.
Hello, I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and have been practicing as a clinician since 2006. Firstly, building a meaningful therapeutic relationship is at the heart of my approach. In individual, couples, and adolescent therapy sessions, I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) skills along with mindfulness to recognize and reevaluate how previous life experiences have possibly negatively impacted your beliefs, coping skills, cognitions, emotions, and behaviors, which might be keeping you stuck in feelings of anxiety, depression or unhealthy ways of relating.
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Michelle J Gasper
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508
Life is messy. Therapy helps. In the middle of the mess it can be hard to find a way through it, so I work collaboratively with you to identify a path. Together we take a good look at thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and behaviors to see if we can find patterns, then create an action plan to reduce your distress. I am trained in multiple scientifically backed modalities including EMDR and CPT. Everyone is unique with their own set of circumstances that are considered as we walk this journey together. In a world where everyone is talking, sometimes it's nice to have someone really listen.
Life is messy. Therapy helps. In the middle of the mess it can be hard to find a way through it, so I work collaboratively with you to identify a path. Together we take a good look at thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and behaviors to see if we can find patterns, then create an action plan to reduce your distress. I am trained in multiple scientifically backed modalities including EMDR and CPT. Everyone is unique with their own set of circumstances that are considered as we walk this journey together. In a world where everyone is talking, sometimes it's nice to have someone really listen.
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Danielle Norman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508
Hi, my name is Danielle Norman. I have a Doctorate in Psychology and a License in Marriage and Family Therapy. My specialties include childhood trauma/trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment, and parent-child relationships. Currently, my practice focuses on working with adults and adolescents. Clients can present with a number of issues including difficulty in relationships, feeling stuck, low and anxious mood, difficulty coping with stressors, feeling on edge or irritable, and difficulty with sleep.
Hi, my name is Danielle Norman. I have a Doctorate in Psychology and a License in Marriage and Family Therapy. My specialties include childhood trauma/trauma, depression, anxiety, attachment, and parent-child relationships. Currently, my practice focuses on working with adults and adolescents. Clients can present with a number of issues including difficulty in relationships, feeling stuck, low and anxious mood, difficulty coping with stressors, feeling on edge or irritable, and difficulty with sleep.
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Hi there, I'm Laura! I am an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care industry. Skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma, Group Therapy for substance abuse, Crisis Intervention, Family Therapy, and Case Management. I have a background as a healthcare service professional with a Master of Science (MS) focused on Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from the University of Phoenix. I have a very empathetic approach to listening while providing unconditional positive regard for each member's issues and concerns.
Hi there, I'm Laura! I am an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care industry. Skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma, Group Therapy for substance abuse, Crisis Intervention, Family Therapy, and Case Management. I have a background as a healthcare service professional with a Master of Science (MS) focused on Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling from the University of Phoenix. I have a very empathetic approach to listening while providing unconditional positive regard for each member's issues and concerns.
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Rebecca Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508
Hello, my name is Rebecca Anderson and I have worked in the mental health field for almost 23 years and have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California for over 13 years. I practice direct, open, and honest communication, and encourage that in others, focusing on self-empowerment, self-care, and healthy boundaries. My approach is reflective and insight-oriented and fosters self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
Hello, my name is Rebecca Anderson and I have worked in the mental health field for almost 23 years and have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist in California for over 13 years. I practice direct, open, and honest communication, and encourage that in others, focusing on self-empowerment, self-care, and healthy boundaries. My approach is reflective and insight-oriented and fosters self-knowledge and self-acceptance.
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Britney D Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
You feel like you don’t matter, like you’re not worthy of protection, believing those who’ve harmed you. Love? Manipulation? Are you tired of not knowing the difference? It feels like you keep hitting your head against the wall trying to figure out how to release yourself from the shackles of the past. You're realizing you can't keep living like this. You’re ready to ask for support in addressing the trauma, whether that be childhood, relational, and/or spiritual trauma. You’re ready to explore and access your emotions. Most of all, you’re ready to define what a healthy relationship with yourself and others looks like for YOU.
You feel like you don’t matter, like you’re not worthy of protection, believing those who’ve harmed you. Love? Manipulation? Are you tired of not knowing the difference? It feels like you keep hitting your head against the wall trying to figure out how to release yourself from the shackles of the past. You're realizing you can't keep living like this. You’re ready to ask for support in addressing the trauma, whether that be childhood, relational, and/or spiritual trauma. You’re ready to explore and access your emotions. Most of all, you’re ready to define what a healthy relationship with yourself and others looks like for YOU.
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If you're tired of relationship challenges, personal insecurities, and anxiety affecting the way you live your life, you're in the right place. Maybe you're not enjoying life and want "more," but you don't know what "more" is or how to discover it. You may be struggling in your career and want help creating a better work-life balance, creating better work boundaries, or being able to leave personal challenges behind so you can better focus. If that sounds like you, I can help- help you grow, make changes, and learn skills to enjoy living your life, feel satisfied and content, and connect more authentically with others/yourself.
If you're tired of relationship challenges, personal insecurities, and anxiety affecting the way you live your life, you're in the right place. Maybe you're not enjoying life and want "more," but you don't know what "more" is or how to discover it. You may be struggling in your career and want help creating a better work-life balance, creating better work boundaries, or being able to leave personal challenges behind so you can better focus. If that sounds like you, I can help- help you grow, make changes, and learn skills to enjoy living your life, feel satisfied and content, and connect more authentically with others/yourself.
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Christine Joseph
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Orangecrest, Riverside, CA 92508
Christine Joseph, LMFT I specialize in healing a broken heart and finding love. I work primarily with young adults dealing with family-of-origin conflicts, working through choosing a career path and helping to navigate the beginning and end of romantic relationships. One day during meditation a voice said: Seek therapy! I was unsure what the voice meant so I became a therapist :) It worked out fantastically. I've been a practicing therapist since I was 26yrs old. I still love what I do.
Christine Joseph, LMFT I specialize in healing a broken heart and finding love. I work primarily with young adults dealing with family-of-origin conflicts, working through choosing a career path and helping to navigate the beginning and end of romantic relationships. One day during meditation a voice said: Seek therapy! I was unsure what the voice meant so I became a therapist :) It worked out fantastically. I've been a practicing therapist since I was 26yrs old. I still love what I do.
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Number of Therapists in Orangecrest, Riverside, CA
60+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Orangecrest, Riverside, CA who prioritize treating:
97% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
87% | Self Esteem |
77% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Coping Skills |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Cigna and Evernorth |
71% | Aetna |
71% | Managed Health Network (MHN) |
How Therapists in Orangecrest, Riverside, CA see their clients
80% | In Person and Online | |
20% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
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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.