Therapists in Anchorage, AK
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Shanna S. Simmons
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99518
I enjoy working with individuals who are ready to take positive steps towards growth and healing. This may include: processing traumas; developing self-awareness; learning about your strengths; and/or changing behaviors, thoughts, coping mechanisms, or interpersonal patterns which are no longer working for you.
I enjoy working with individuals who are ready to take positive steps towards growth and healing. This may include: processing traumas; developing self-awareness; learning about your strengths; and/or changing behaviors, thoughts, coping mechanisms, or interpersonal patterns which are no longer working for you.
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Joshua Goldstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, CCAT, CDC II, WFR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99504
Hello! I work with teens, young adults, and adults from various backgrounds on increasing self-worth, self-compassion, processing trauma and intergenerational trauma, and reducing harms caused by co-occuring substance use. I am currently available for individual, family, and group sessions via telehealth and through outdoor adventure therapy.
Hello! I work with teens, young adults, and adults from various backgrounds on increasing self-worth, self-compassion, processing trauma and intergenerational trauma, and reducing harms caused by co-occuring substance use. I am currently available for individual, family, and group sessions via telehealth and through outdoor adventure therapy.
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Roni Jay Lanier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC, CDC I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99508 (Online Only)
I am skilled in working with individuals who experience adjustment issues, trauma histories, challenges with mood regulation, relationship challenges, stress, gender dysphoria, and other many other life challenges including addiction. I especially enjoy working with those individuals who live alternative lifestyles and who have alternative relationships. I specialize in gender identity. I am comfortable working with individuals under the GLBTQ+ umbrella. While working on my Master's Degree (2007-2010), I had a concentrated focus on gender dysphoria and transgender issues. I have been working with individuals who are dually diagnosed (serious mental illness and addiction or developmental disabilities and serious mental illness since 1991.)
I am skilled in working with individuals who experience adjustment issues, trauma histories, challenges with mood regulation, relationship challenges, stress, gender dysphoria, and other many other life challenges including addiction. I especially enjoy working with those individuals who live alternative lifestyles and who have alternative relationships. I specialize in gender identity. I am comfortable working with individuals under the GLBTQ+ umbrella. While working on my Master's Degree (2007-2010), I had a concentrated focus on gender dysphoria and transgender issues. I have been working with individuals who are dually diagnosed (serious mental illness and addiction or developmental disabilities and serious mental illness since 1991.)
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My approach to therapy comes from the belief that within each of us is an inner wisdom, that when accessed will guide us to new insights, answers, relief and even healing from our burdens and struggles. I believe we are all designed to find healing, when we do our own, honest "soul searching" or inner exploration. Richard Schwartz, developer of the Internal Family Systems model, stumbled upon an approach to navigating our internal systems through work with his clients. He discovered that we all possess the positive qualities of calmness, compassion, confidence, courage, etc. when connected to this source of inner wisdom.
My approach to therapy comes from the belief that within each of us is an inner wisdom, that when accessed will guide us to new insights, answers, relief and even healing from our burdens and struggles. I believe we are all designed to find healing, when we do our own, honest "soul searching" or inner exploration. Richard Schwartz, developer of the Internal Family Systems model, stumbled upon an approach to navigating our internal systems through work with his clients. He discovered that we all possess the positive qualities of calmness, compassion, confidence, courage, etc. when connected to this source of inner wisdom.
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Sometimes you can see the demons clearly; they might be anxiety, persistent and unmanageable anger, depression or feelings of worthlessness. But sometimes you don't see them because they've become such a part of your life; then those demons may take the form of frequent struggles with a boss at work, a pervasive sense of emptiness, or a series of failed relationships. My work is about helping individuals and couples with their demons.
Sometimes you can see the demons clearly; they might be anxiety, persistent and unmanageable anger, depression or feelings of worthlessness. But sometimes you don't see them because they've become such a part of your life; then those demons may take the form of frequent struggles with a boss at work, a pervasive sense of emptiness, or a series of failed relationships. My work is about helping individuals and couples with their demons.
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Better Insight Solutions - Alexander Pendrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99518 (Online Only)
I have a comprehensive background treating a wide array of behavioral health symptoms and challenges. Common experiences I treat include anxiety, chronic stress, relationship issues related to attachment, guardedness, or trust, and complex trauma. I work to uncover and explore the root of issues to assist clients in permanently resolving or reducing symptoms with cognitive restructuring, developing adaptive behaviors, and teaching effective daily habits for overall healing and wellness. I am excited to bring strength-based, trauma-focused, and holistic therapy services to help restore hope and achieve a desirable quality of life.
I have a comprehensive background treating a wide array of behavioral health symptoms and challenges. Common experiences I treat include anxiety, chronic stress, relationship issues related to attachment, guardedness, or trust, and complex trauma. I work to uncover and explore the root of issues to assist clients in permanently resolving or reducing symptoms with cognitive restructuring, developing adaptive behaviors, and teaching effective daily habits for overall healing and wellness. I am excited to bring strength-based, trauma-focused, and holistic therapy services to help restore hope and achieve a desirable quality of life.
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Jeanne Brady
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99503
Waitlist for new clients
It’s time to PAUSE, HEAL, and LIVE. We may find ourselves just existing or wrestling through our day, instead of really living. We may question what is our worth, or if we are living an authentic life. Allow me to share the journey of your discovery towards finding purpose and meaning. I am a passionate, grateful, compassionate, flawed, human being, seeking to contribute to the growth and wellness of any who desire to journey this thing we call life. My aim is to help you meet your goals and needs, and discover hidden strengths and values that makes life worth living by using strategies grounded in best practices and evidence-based.
It’s time to PAUSE, HEAL, and LIVE. We may find ourselves just existing or wrestling through our day, instead of really living. We may question what is our worth, or if we are living an authentic life. Allow me to share the journey of your discovery towards finding purpose and meaning. I am a passionate, grateful, compassionate, flawed, human being, seeking to contribute to the growth and wellness of any who desire to journey this thing we call life. My aim is to help you meet your goals and needs, and discover hidden strengths and values that makes life worth living by using strategies grounded in best practices and evidence-based.
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I come from a diverse background in education, personal experience, and training. I fully believe in treating the whole person in order to address the presenting problem. My approach comes from such therapy styles to include CBT, DBT, Rogerian, EMDR, ACT, CCPT, Filial therapy, and the work of Gottman. I try to meet each client where they are when we start our work together and believe the client is the expert on themselves. I hope to be able to offer insight, education, and intervention to all clients and am continually seeking new research and training to add to my repertoire.
I come from a diverse background in education, personal experience, and training. I fully believe in treating the whole person in order to address the presenting problem. My approach comes from such therapy styles to include CBT, DBT, Rogerian, EMDR, ACT, CCPT, Filial therapy, and the work of Gottman. I try to meet each client where they are when we start our work together and believe the client is the expert on themselves. I hope to be able to offer insight, education, and intervention to all clients and am continually seeking new research and training to add to my repertoire.
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Brittney Ramert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99501
Waitlist for new clients
More than any other factor, it is the relationship between client and therapist that has been found to profoundly impact personal change. We are hurt, and healed within relationships. With this in mind, I take a relational approach to all my therapeutic work. I believe in honoring the individual needs of each client, ensuring they are known, seen, and heard. While also gently offering alternative to one’s longstanding views of self, others, and the world. I take a special interest in expanding the social and wellness supports of individuals outside the therapy room.
More than any other factor, it is the relationship between client and therapist that has been found to profoundly impact personal change. We are hurt, and healed within relationships. With this in mind, I take a relational approach to all my therapeutic work. I believe in honoring the individual needs of each client, ensuring they are known, seen, and heard. While also gently offering alternative to one’s longstanding views of self, others, and the world. I take a special interest in expanding the social and wellness supports of individuals outside the therapy room.
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I recognize it is hard and sometimes painful to make the changes to live the life you dream of living. I strive to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment which is essential to the therapeutic relationship and to the process of change. I have over 20 years experience working with individuals who have experienced Family Violence, Child Abuse: Physical, Emotional, and Sexual Abuse, as well as Depression, PTSD, Dysfunctional Relationships, Low Self-Esteem, Adjustment, and Anxiety. It is an honor to witness individuals overcome adversity. My approach is eclectic, tailoring the approach to the individual and their needs.
I recognize it is hard and sometimes painful to make the changes to live the life you dream of living. I strive to provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment which is essential to the therapeutic relationship and to the process of change. I have over 20 years experience working with individuals who have experienced Family Violence, Child Abuse: Physical, Emotional, and Sexual Abuse, as well as Depression, PTSD, Dysfunctional Relationships, Low Self-Esteem, Adjustment, and Anxiety. It is an honor to witness individuals overcome adversity. My approach is eclectic, tailoring the approach to the individual and their needs.
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Anxious during these uncertain times, try some simple tips to take back your life. Breathe. Sit upright, feet flat on the floor, inhale to a count of 4, exhale to a count of 4, repeat for a couple minutes. Write down all that worries you. Pick the top 3. Write out possible solutions, even bad ones. Identify the most practical and how you would do it. Get negative thoughts out of your head. Manage your anger. Breathe. Identify what’s frustrating. What you can do about it? Some things just have to run their own course. Move around. Do something different. Go into another room, do something else.
Anxious during these uncertain times, try some simple tips to take back your life. Breathe. Sit upright, feet flat on the floor, inhale to a count of 4, exhale to a count of 4, repeat for a couple minutes. Write down all that worries you. Pick the top 3. Write out possible solutions, even bad ones. Identify the most practical and how you would do it. Get negative thoughts out of your head. Manage your anger. Breathe. Identify what’s frustrating. What you can do about it? Some things just have to run their own course. Move around. Do something different. Go into another room, do something else.
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Dannon O Mims
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99521 (Online Only)
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself, family, and friends? Do you prioritize your needs last? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhlemed, and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers, and their lives. Ignoring your needs and not making time for yourself can lead to long-term problems for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn't be so hard to live a better life.
Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself, family, and friends? Do you prioritize your needs last? Now more than ever, people are feeling anxious, overwhlemed, and uncertain about how they are supposed to manage their relationships, careers, and their lives. Ignoring your needs and not making time for yourself can lead to long-term problems for your mind and body. I believe it shouldn't be so hard to live a better life.
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Jen Gessert-White Wave Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CDC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99501
Are you bogged down by issues that have gone on for far too long? Do you want to break free from bad habits, old ways of thinking of yourself, or restrictive fears? It is my life passion to help people overcome the shadows that trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and difficult relationships cast on their outlook and self-concept. I consider it a great honor to help my clients navigate their lives to being their full, vibrant, uninhibited, healthy selves. I customize my approach including session duration and frequency to best meet their needs. I am currently accepting new clients, so feel free to get in touch with me.
Are you bogged down by issues that have gone on for far too long? Do you want to break free from bad habits, old ways of thinking of yourself, or restrictive fears? It is my life passion to help people overcome the shadows that trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and difficult relationships cast on their outlook and self-concept. I consider it a great honor to help my clients navigate their lives to being their full, vibrant, uninhibited, healthy selves. I customize my approach including session duration and frequency to best meet their needs. I am currently accepting new clients, so feel free to get in touch with me.
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If you have been disappointed with self-help methods, expensive or confusing programs, or previous counseling experiences, don't despair. I offer effective personalized, client-centered, strength-based therapy for a variety of challenges ranging from poor self-esteem, anxiety, stress management, to more intense disorders of PTSD, and substance abuse. With courage and sound theory we can transform life; and happiness is certainly achievable. If it seem like there is a cloud lingering over your good intentions and hope-filled dreams, join me as we build your life and rebuild your dreams. Visit our website at: www.goodsideout.com.
If you have been disappointed with self-help methods, expensive or confusing programs, or previous counseling experiences, don't despair. I offer effective personalized, client-centered, strength-based therapy for a variety of challenges ranging from poor self-esteem, anxiety, stress management, to more intense disorders of PTSD, and substance abuse. With courage and sound theory we can transform life; and happiness is certainly achievable. If it seem like there is a cloud lingering over your good intentions and hope-filled dreams, join me as we build your life and rebuild your dreams. Visit our website at: www.goodsideout.com.
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Karuna Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99501 (Online Only)
A born and raised Alaskan and a current military spouse, I want to work with you to help support you through life's most challenging moments. I have experience working with adults, veterans/active duty military, LGBTQIA+, and folks from all walks of life. I take a person centered, non judgmental approach, establishing a safe place and a strong therapeutic relationship as the basis of all of our work. Additionally, I intermingle CBT, DBT, and EMDR into my approach in order to create long lasting change for you.
A born and raised Alaskan and a current military spouse, I want to work with you to help support you through life's most challenging moments. I have experience working with adults, veterans/active duty military, LGBTQIA+, and folks from all walks of life. I take a person centered, non judgmental approach, establishing a safe place and a strong therapeutic relationship as the basis of all of our work. Additionally, I intermingle CBT, DBT, and EMDR into my approach in order to create long lasting change for you.
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I specialize in providing care to families and individuals facing mental health struggles for over six years. My clients are typically committed to discovering easier ways to overcome hardships and move past them. I have sixteen years of experience as a paralegal, providing me with a unique insight into the intricacies of bankruptcy, civil, and criminal court proceedings. My approach is integrative, solution based and trauma informed. Continued education is in IFS (Internal Family Systems).
I specialize in providing care to families and individuals facing mental health struggles for over six years. My clients are typically committed to discovering easier ways to overcome hardships and move past them. I have sixteen years of experience as a paralegal, providing me with a unique insight into the intricacies of bankruptcy, civil, and criminal court proceedings. My approach is integrative, solution based and trauma informed. Continued education is in IFS (Internal Family Systems).
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Finding Your Way Psychological Services, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99502 (Online Only)
We are accepting new patients! Drs. Bradley and Courtney McConnell easily build rapport with individuals and create evidence-based treatment plans to help them reach their goals. You are an active participant in your treatment and have a say in what your goals for therapy are. We have a significant breadth of experience in a variety of settings so we are able to work with a lot of concerns that people have. We do not offer on-call crisis counseling and our outpatient telehealth practice is not appropriate for high acuity patients.
We are accepting new patients! Drs. Bradley and Courtney McConnell easily build rapport with individuals and create evidence-based treatment plans to help them reach their goals. You are an active participant in your treatment and have a say in what your goals for therapy are. We have a significant breadth of experience in a variety of settings so we are able to work with a lot of concerns that people have. We do not offer on-call crisis counseling and our outpatient telehealth practice is not appropriate for high acuity patients.
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Mary Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99507 (Online Only)
To anyone else, things might look just fine. You put in a lot of work to keep things fine! But when you slow down, that put-together veneer leaves you all the more isolated as you cope with the self-criticism, frustration, pain, and general turmoil inside. Where is all this coming from? Holding it together takes so much effort. Is it like this for everyone? Is it just another stressful week? You might have spent a long time thinking or being told that you are somehow the problem, but inside, you know that this constant struggle, this inner conflict, isn’t really you.
To anyone else, things might look just fine. You put in a lot of work to keep things fine! But when you slow down, that put-together veneer leaves you all the more isolated as you cope with the self-criticism, frustration, pain, and general turmoil inside. Where is all this coming from? Holding it together takes so much effort. Is it like this for everyone? Is it just another stressful week? You might have spent a long time thinking or being told that you are somehow the problem, but inside, you know that this constant struggle, this inner conflict, isn’t really you.
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Julie Shewman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Anchorage, AK 99515 (Online Only)
I serve Alaska and Montana clients virtually. People come to therapy seeking growth and healing. Many seek the benefits of more insight into themselves and their responses to their day to day lives. People seek relief from things like anxiety and depression, wanting to find another way to feel about themselves and their lives. I have a strong interest in working to support healing from trauma. For some trauma is the result of an isolated incident, for others trauma contributes to long-held patterns of thought and behavior that are no longer working well. I believe we are all able to grow, to experience relief, and to heal.
I serve Alaska and Montana clients virtually. People come to therapy seeking growth and healing. Many seek the benefits of more insight into themselves and their responses to their day to day lives. People seek relief from things like anxiety and depression, wanting to find another way to feel about themselves and their lives. I have a strong interest in working to support healing from trauma. For some trauma is the result of an isolated incident, for others trauma contributes to long-held patterns of thought and behavior that are no longer working well. I believe we are all able to grow, to experience relief, and to heal.
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Root Issues
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Anchorage, AK 99522 (Online Only)
Health, is about establishing and maintaining connections to self, community, our spirituality and those we love. When these connections are damaged by trauma, pain, fear, or other trials of life, we sometimes need help to rebuild, reconnect, and strengthen our current connections. My name is David Root. I am a licensed professional counselor and I would be honored to help with this journey.
Health, is about establishing and maintaining connections to self, community, our spirituality and those we love. When these connections are damaged by trauma, pain, fear, or other trials of life, we sometimes need help to rebuild, reconnect, and strengthen our current connections. My name is David Root. I am a licensed professional counselor and I would be honored to help with this journey.
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Number of Therapists in Anchorage, AK
300+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Anchorage, AK who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
79% | Trauma and PTSD |
73% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Self Esteem |
65% | Stress |
63% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
76% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
66% | Aetna |
55% | Premera |
How Therapists in Anchorage, AK see their clients
58% | In Person and Online | |
42% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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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.