Therapists in Brighton, CO
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Cassidy Zavala
Licensed Professional Counselor, PMH-C, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, CO 80601
My goal in therapy is to create an environment that is safe for you to explore the weight of your world. I strive to be a companion during the perinatal period or in the aftermath of loss by identifying your strengths and finding tools and resources that will work for you. I am here to support you in building a life that honors that tender brokenness- your precious scars- and finding beauty and power in that fragility.
My goal in therapy is to create an environment that is safe for you to explore the weight of your world. I strive to be a companion during the perinatal period or in the aftermath of loss by identifying your strengths and finding tools and resources that will work for you. I am here to support you in building a life that honors that tender brokenness- your precious scars- and finding beauty and power in that fragility.
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Heather Hunt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, CO 80601
Are you looking to make some changes in your life? Are you wanting to strengthen your relationships, increase your happiness, reduce your troubles and learn to find peace? I have worked with amazing clients from all walks of life looking to change the road they are traveling on. I strive to understand your struggles and your desires for change. I give you the tools to achieve your goals. I act as your support and guide in making the changes you desire and help to hold you accountable when the traveling gets tough.
Are you looking to make some changes in your life? Are you wanting to strengthen your relationships, increase your happiness, reduce your troubles and learn to find peace? I have worked with amazing clients from all walks of life looking to change the road they are traveling on. I strive to understand your struggles and your desires for change. I give you the tools to achieve your goals. I act as your support and guide in making the changes you desire and help to hold you accountable when the traveling gets tough.
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Julianna Francisco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Starting therapy can be overwhelming and daunting, so I strive to create an experience for my clients that is a warm, welcoming, trusting, safe, and judgment-free environment for my clients. I value authenticity, inclusivity, feedback, humor, and creativity in my work. I practice an integrated and eclectic therapeutic approach utilizing evidenced-based therapeutic modalities and mindfulness while working collaboratively with my clients. You are the expert in your lived experiences, and my goal is to help you discover new patterns and behaviors that fill your life with joy and fulfillment.
Starting therapy can be overwhelming and daunting, so I strive to create an experience for my clients that is a warm, welcoming, trusting, safe, and judgment-free environment for my clients. I value authenticity, inclusivity, feedback, humor, and creativity in my work. I practice an integrated and eclectic therapeutic approach utilizing evidenced-based therapeutic modalities and mindfulness while working collaboratively with my clients. You are the expert in your lived experiences, and my goal is to help you discover new patterns and behaviors that fill your life with joy and fulfillment.
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Sharrie Cranford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601 (Online Only)
I graduated in 2000 with a master’s degree in social work. I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) therapist in Alabama, Colorado, New Hampshire, and DC working with individuals at different stages of life. My experience includes working with couples, individuals, and families while understanding the importance of working with multidisciplinary team members to assess and address areas of need. My strengths-based, person-centered, goal-oriented approach forms the foundation for an effective therapeutic relationship.
I graduated in 2000 with a master’s degree in social work. I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) therapist in Alabama, Colorado, New Hampshire, and DC working with individuals at different stages of life. My experience includes working with couples, individuals, and families while understanding the importance of working with multidisciplinary team members to assess and address areas of need. My strengths-based, person-centered, goal-oriented approach forms the foundation for an effective therapeutic relationship.
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Don O'Malley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAS
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601
Not accepting new clients
Let's make your life a little easier. Maybe we'll work together so that you can have better relationships. Maybe your work life needs to go better or maybe there are some not so healthy habits that you want to break.
Let's make your life a little easier. Maybe we'll work together so that you can have better relationships. Maybe your work life needs to go better or maybe there are some not so healthy habits that you want to break.
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Erin Hampton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80602 (Online Only)
My name is Erin and Hampton and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Colorado and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and specializing in addiction and codependency issues, as well as LGBTQIA issues using a client-centered approach, trauma-focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I've worked as a therapist of 10+ years and my goal is to help clients better understand themselves by connecting the past with the present and identifying unhealthy patterns of thinking and behaving. By understanding our past we can understand our present.
My name is Erin and Hampton and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Colorado and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and specializing in addiction and codependency issues, as well as LGBTQIA issues using a client-centered approach, trauma-focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I've worked as a therapist of 10+ years and my goal is to help clients better understand themselves by connecting the past with the present and identifying unhealthy patterns of thinking and behaving. By understanding our past we can understand our present.
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Are you or your child facing difficulties in managing emotional reactions, completing tasks, or forming and maintaining healthy relationships? Are you searching for summer programs that are suitable for your neurodivergent child? In addition to individual options, we are now offering social skills and life skills groups for children, as well as parent training groups that are designed to help children develop important social and life skills, while also providing parents with the tools and strategies they need to support their child's growth and development.
Are you or your child facing difficulties in managing emotional reactions, completing tasks, or forming and maintaining healthy relationships? Are you searching for summer programs that are suitable for your neurodivergent child? In addition to individual options, we are now offering social skills and life skills groups for children, as well as parent training groups that are designed to help children develop important social and life skills, while also providing parents with the tools and strategies they need to support their child's growth and development.
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Tom Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed counselor with over 10 years of experience working in the field. I consider it an honor and great privilege to be able to walk alongside my clients on their journey toward health, wellness, and success, no matter what challenges they might face. I have extensive experience in trauma-informed care which has proven to be helpful fo numerous clients over the years who have been facing struggles related to early life trauma. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other areas of concern, please email me today or call me for a quick response at 737-259-6748.
I am a licensed counselor with over 10 years of experience working in the field. I consider it an honor and great privilege to be able to walk alongside my clients on their journey toward health, wellness, and success, no matter what challenges they might face. I have extensive experience in trauma-informed care which has proven to be helpful fo numerous clients over the years who have been facing struggles related to early life trauma. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or other areas of concern, please email me today or call me for a quick response at 737-259-6748.
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Tenacity Rises Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601
Tish is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is Certified in Children & Adolescent Counseling and Depth Psychotherapy. Tish is trained in CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, Gottman's Couples Therapy Level I, and Functional Family Therapy. She has worked in many settings, including juvenile detention, in home services, community mental health, and outpatient services. Her experience ranges from assessing, de-escalation, psychoeducation and treating mental health struggles including trauma, anxiety, depression, and collaboration. Tish works with Individuals and Families ages 5+.
Tish is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is Certified in Children & Adolescent Counseling and Depth Psychotherapy. Tish is trained in CBT, DBT, Play Therapy, Gottman's Couples Therapy Level I, and Functional Family Therapy. She has worked in many settings, including juvenile detention, in home services, community mental health, and outpatient services. Her experience ranges from assessing, de-escalation, psychoeducation and treating mental health struggles including trauma, anxiety, depression, and collaboration. Tish works with Individuals and Families ages 5+.
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Elizabeth Groom
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601 (Online Only)
Elizabeth Groom is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who has been practicing in the mental health field since receiving her Master of Science degree from the University of York England in 2012. Her degree is in forensic psychology, but she has practiced in a variety of fields to include case management, school-based therapy, and co-response with law enforcement. Generally speaking, she applies mindfulness and uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to attend to trauma, depression, anxiety, and coping with daily stressors. She currently works with individuals from ages 15 and up.
Elizabeth Groom is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who has been practicing in the mental health field since receiving her Master of Science degree from the University of York England in 2012. Her degree is in forensic psychology, but she has practiced in a variety of fields to include case management, school-based therapy, and co-response with law enforcement. Generally speaking, she applies mindfulness and uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to attend to trauma, depression, anxiety, and coping with daily stressors. She currently works with individuals from ages 15 and up.
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Melanie Secary
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, BA, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601
We all know life comes with its ups and downs and sometimes we struggle with how to navigate this crazy journey called life. Therapy can be a scary thing to start when it is the unknown, however, I am here in hopes of bringing new light to your life. I am an MFTC working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with clients using different types of therapy modalities (listed below) that are most fitting for the client and client-therapist relationship. I also often work with kiddos as young as age 4 using play therapy techniques.
We all know life comes with its ups and downs and sometimes we struggle with how to navigate this crazy journey called life. Therapy can be a scary thing to start when it is the unknown, however, I am here in hopes of bringing new light to your life. I am an MFTC working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with clients using different types of therapy modalities (listed below) that are most fitting for the client and client-therapist relationship. I also often work with kiddos as young as age 4 using play therapy techniques.
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Are you low-key (or high-key) stressed out by almost everything lately? Are your relationships more tense than free-flowing? Maybe you're looking forward to your drinks after work, more intensely than ever before. The stresses of daily life are piling up. Being at home with the people you love most, brings more pain and heartache. The silence is deafening. Drinks or watching TV alone are the only way to maintain the peace. During our time together you can expect a supportive environment where we can collaborate together to achieve your goals for the future and your relationships. First responders, parents, and anyone stressed out.
Are you low-key (or high-key) stressed out by almost everything lately? Are your relationships more tense than free-flowing? Maybe you're looking forward to your drinks after work, more intensely than ever before. The stresses of daily life are piling up. Being at home with the people you love most, brings more pain and heartache. The silence is deafening. Drinks or watching TV alone are the only way to maintain the peace. During our time together you can expect a supportive environment where we can collaborate together to achieve your goals for the future and your relationships. First responders, parents, and anyone stressed out.
![Photo of Jordan A White - Jordan White, LCSW, LCSW, LSSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cd8ea83-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Jordan White, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brighton, CO 80601
My passion, since I was a child, has always been with working with people of all ages, and helping them form healthy relationships with themselves and others. While I have spent years working with emotionally challenged children, tired and exhausted parents, at risk teenagers in both the UK as well as in the US, my goal is to continue providing supportive and therapeutic approaches while also teaching skills and strategies to deal with pressure and stressful situations in life.
My passion, since I was a child, has always been with working with people of all ages, and helping them form healthy relationships with themselves and others. While I have spent years working with emotionally challenged children, tired and exhausted parents, at risk teenagers in both the UK as well as in the US, my goal is to continue providing supportive and therapeutic approaches while also teaching skills and strategies to deal with pressure and stressful situations in life.
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Linda Elliott
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brighton, CO 80602 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with how drugs and/or alcohol impact your life - whether it's your use or someone else’s? Or maybe you feel like you're not living your best life because of unresolved trauma? Have you tried life without substances or certain habits, but keep finding it impossible to honor that commitment to yourself & your loved ones? It might not feel like it, but people can change. You can change. Sometimes accepting help, as scary as it may be, is the first step. With over 34 years in recovery, I have the lived experience, backed by addiction & counseling training, to help you navigate the road to recovery.
Are you struggling with how drugs and/or alcohol impact your life - whether it's your use or someone else’s? Or maybe you feel like you're not living your best life because of unresolved trauma? Have you tried life without substances or certain habits, but keep finding it impossible to honor that commitment to yourself & your loved ones? It might not feel like it, but people can change. You can change. Sometimes accepting help, as scary as it may be, is the first step. With over 34 years in recovery, I have the lived experience, backed by addiction & counseling training, to help you navigate the road to recovery.
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Jon Frederick
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Colorado.
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help. You will find that I work hard to understand you and to help you better understand yourself and your relationships. I believe that every person has an inner potential for healthy growth and development, and my role as a counselor is to facilitate that growth. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to share and better understand your thoughts, feelings, and challenges. I see clients by telehealth throughout Colorado.
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Welcome! It's truly a pleasure to have you here. If you're grappling with intense feelings of worry, sadness, anger, shame, or guilt, or if you're facing relationship challenges, know that you're not alone. I'm here to offer support and understanding as you navigate these difficult emotions and situations. I'm a LPC with over a decade of experiences, I've worked extensively with diverse populations across all age groups. My specialization includes addressing issues like anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, parenting skill, and personal and professional growth.
Welcome! It's truly a pleasure to have you here. If you're grappling with intense feelings of worry, sadness, anger, shame, or guilt, or if you're facing relationship challenges, know that you're not alone. I'm here to offer support and understanding as you navigate these difficult emotions and situations. I'm a LPC with over a decade of experiences, I've worked extensively with diverse populations across all age groups. My specialization includes addressing issues like anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, parenting skill, and personal and professional growth.
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Pennock Center for Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601
Pennock Center for Counseling offers professional counseling, educational programs and support groups. We also offer an affordable sliding scale fee that is competitive with current insurance copays. We see adults, couples, families, children and adolescents. Our team of counselors are licensed, compassionate, experienced and committed. We can help with: * Anxiety * Depression * Relationship problems * Family difficulties * Child/adolescent problems * Grief * Adjustment problems * Trauma recovery. The center also accepts many insurance and is now offering e-therapy.
Pennock Center for Counseling offers professional counseling, educational programs and support groups. We also offer an affordable sliding scale fee that is competitive with current insurance copays. We see adults, couples, families, children and adolescents. Our team of counselors are licensed, compassionate, experienced and committed. We can help with: * Anxiety * Depression * Relationship problems * Family difficulties * Child/adolescent problems * Grief * Adjustment problems * Trauma recovery. The center also accepts many insurance and is now offering e-therapy.
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Scott T Powers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAC, III
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80602 (Online Only)
My practice is strength based and works with adults and adolescents to resolve issues associated with addiction (alcoholism, drug use, internet, etc.), depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationships, interpersonal / family conflict, loss, and life changes (divorce, death, etc.). The treatment focuses on looking at the entire system and provides a sustainable, researched and proven path to a better, happier life. Not just treating the problem, but identifying the issues and providing the tools to know who you are and what you need to become the person you were meant to be.
My practice is strength based and works with adults and adolescents to resolve issues associated with addiction (alcoholism, drug use, internet, etc.), depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationships, interpersonal / family conflict, loss, and life changes (divorce, death, etc.). The treatment focuses on looking at the entire system and provides a sustainable, researched and proven path to a better, happier life. Not just treating the problem, but identifying the issues and providing the tools to know who you are and what you need to become the person you were meant to be.
![Photo of Maryann M Magley-Herman, LPC LAC, MAC TAP, ORDM CS, EMDR, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/16111ef4-f0f6-4b79-8c8f-400d442b26ae/2/320x400.jpeg)
Maryann M Magley-Herman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC LAC, MAC TAP, ORDM CS, EMDR
Verified Verified
Brighton, CO 80601 (Online Only)
Masters Marriage & Family Therapy, License Addiction Counselor, Master Additions Counselor, Certified Trauma & Abuse Psychotherapist, Ordained Minister, Clinical Supervision
Masters Marriage & Family Therapy, License Addiction Counselor, Master Additions Counselor, Certified Trauma & Abuse Psychotherapist, Ordained Minister, Clinical Supervision
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Meaningful relationships are everything. Deep satisfaction, joy, passion and pleasure flow out of our ability to build a foundation of trust with others. Is there a pattern in relationships that is troubling for you? Communication can end in frustration and the closeness longed for with a significant other seems elusive. The feelings and thoughts attached to difficult past experience can steal the potential richness of the present. Ways of coping that were helpful to survive a difficult past may be hindering current mental, physical, social and spiritual health.
Meaningful relationships are everything. Deep satisfaction, joy, passion and pleasure flow out of our ability to build a foundation of trust with others. Is there a pattern in relationships that is troubling for you? Communication can end in frustration and the closeness longed for with a significant other seems elusive. The feelings and thoughts attached to difficult past experience can steal the potential richness of the present. Ways of coping that were helpful to survive a difficult past may be hindering current mental, physical, social and spiritual health.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Brighton, CO
80+
Average cost per session
$119
Therapists in Brighton, CO who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
83% | Trauma and PTSD |
80% | Stress |
65% | Life Transitions |
60% | Grief |
49% | Relationship Issues |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
97% | Aetna |
90% | Cigna and Evernorth |
86% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Brighton, CO see their clients
58% | Online Only | |
42% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
21% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Brighton?
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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.