Therapists in Big Rock, IL
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Hello, my name is Carolyn Goosby, and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and pastoral counselor with over 20 years of experience. Typically, I assist adult clients with grief, anxiety, depression, relationship or workplace issues, low self esteem issues, spiritual development, etc. I have a person centered approach and a non-judgmental stance. I'm resolution focused yet compassionate and at times utilize an eclectic situational framework.
Hello, my name is Carolyn Goosby, and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and pastoral counselor with over 20 years of experience. Typically, I assist adult clients with grief, anxiety, depression, relationship or workplace issues, low self esteem issues, spiritual development, etc. I have a person centered approach and a non-judgmental stance. I'm resolution focused yet compassionate and at times utilize an eclectic situational framework.
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Anthony Fasano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
Are you looking for a therapist you can be real with? My therapeutic approach is nonjudgmental and focused. I use evidence-based practices that meet the clients where they are at emotionally. I am easy-going and interactive, and I strive to make my clients as comfortable as possible. By providing a safe environment, I allow for shifts in therapy as needed, enabling clients to be vulnerable, open, and honest.
Are you looking for a therapist you can be real with? My therapeutic approach is nonjudgmental and focused. I use evidence-based practices that meet the clients where they are at emotionally. I am easy-going and interactive, and I strive to make my clients as comfortable as possible. By providing a safe environment, I allow for shifts in therapy as needed, enabling clients to be vulnerable, open, and honest.
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I’m Nicole, a marriage and family therapy graduate from Capella University, and I work as a pre-licensed counselor at Joi Counseling. I’ve always had compassion for people going through difficult times in life. I recognize that we all need a little extra guidance when things are tough. As a counselor, my goal is to help you become the best version of yourself possible. I want you to know that you have the capacity and ability to effect change. I am ready to work together with you to accomplish shared goals, and I can modify my style to meet the needs of individuals, couples, and families.
I’m Nicole, a marriage and family therapy graduate from Capella University, and I work as a pre-licensed counselor at Joi Counseling. I’ve always had compassion for people going through difficult times in life. I recognize that we all need a little extra guidance when things are tough. As a counselor, my goal is to help you become the best version of yourself possible. I want you to know that you have the capacity and ability to effect change. I am ready to work together with you to accomplish shared goals, and I can modify my style to meet the needs of individuals, couples, and families.
![Photo of Sean Martiny, LCPC, DBTC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4278c901-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sean Martiny
Counselor, LCPC, DBTC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560 (Online Only)
Each of us have the capacity to reach our fullest potentials. However, we often find ourselves stuck in negative patterns of thinking and being, unable to see other possibilities. Therapy allows us as individuals and family units to create meaning out of the various life experiences that we have encountered and can help to open up new ways of thinking, feeling, and being. I provide individual and family counseling in a comfortable and confidential setting. I treat those who experience issues related to trauma, anger management, self-injury, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity issues, and self-esteem challenges.
Each of us have the capacity to reach our fullest potentials. However, we often find ourselves stuck in negative patterns of thinking and being, unable to see other possibilities. Therapy allows us as individuals and family units to create meaning out of the various life experiences that we have encountered and can help to open up new ways of thinking, feeling, and being. I provide individual and family counseling in a comfortable and confidential setting. I treat those who experience issues related to trauma, anger management, self-injury, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity issues, and self-esteem challenges.
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Thomas Barkauskas, LCSW, ACSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Seeking help for our life's difficulties can be very intimidating. Who can I trust? What will they think of me? Will it help? It is important to find the right clinician and atmosphere to put you at ease. My goal is to provide a comfortable experience in which we work together in order to support your journey towards solutions, healing, and life enhancement.
Seeking help for our life's difficulties can be very intimidating. Who can I trust? What will they think of me? Will it help? It is important to find the right clinician and atmosphere to put you at ease. My goal is to provide a comfortable experience in which we work together in order to support your journey towards solutions, healing, and life enhancement.
![Photo of Claire Zierer, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f4666d50-2e9e-4be9-bff6-cba900459c32/1/320x400.jpeg)
Stop waiting for Friday, for summer, for someone to fall in love with you for life. Happiness is achieved when you stop waiting for it and make the most of the moment you are in now. "“ Lucy Sutcliffe The thought of going to therapy generally leaves people feeling that they are weak or unable to solve problems on their own. When in reality, the majority of people that are seeking therapy are ordinary people that are dealing with ordinary, everyday issues that life throws at us.
Stop waiting for Friday, for summer, for someone to fall in love with you for life. Happiness is achieved when you stop waiting for it and make the most of the moment you are in now. "“ Lucy Sutcliffe The thought of going to therapy generally leaves people feeling that they are weak or unable to solve problems on their own. When in reality, the majority of people that are seeking therapy are ordinary people that are dealing with ordinary, everyday issues that life throws at us.
![Photo of James B Thomson - A World Class Love, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40d63602-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
The World Class Love Couples Program has been designed with and for couples, based on more than thirty years of work with thousands of people. You will learn the skills and insights you need to restore your love and Build the Relationship of Your Dreams. You'll learn how to stop fighting and come together as a team. You'll strengthen your communication style and learn to be supportive. Instead of going round and round with the same problems, you'll discover how to solve them so they don't come back. And you'll feel more connected as well!
The World Class Love Couples Program has been designed with and for couples, based on more than thirty years of work with thousands of people. You will learn the skills and insights you need to restore your love and Build the Relationship of Your Dreams. You'll learn how to stop fighting and come together as a team. You'll strengthen your communication style and learn to be supportive. Instead of going round and round with the same problems, you'll discover how to solve them so they don't come back. And you'll feel more connected as well!
![Photo of Stephanie Nelson-Gerhardt - Bloom Women's Counseling, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b9a55a6c-63bb-4080-8dec-fe6483ea9c70/2/320x400.jpeg)
Whether you are feeling down or overwhelmed, stuck in an unhappy relationship or trying to find your purpose, it is my mission to help women improve their lives and find their own happiness. One of my former client's said, "Thank you for helping me be me again...I feel FREE!' I believe we all deserve to feel that way, especially women that have spent years trying to be everything to everyone. At Bloom Women's Counseling you can find support and you can find your voice.
Whether you are feeling down or overwhelmed, stuck in an unhappy relationship or trying to find your purpose, it is my mission to help women improve their lives and find their own happiness. One of my former client's said, "Thank you for helping me be me again...I feel FREE!' I believe we all deserve to feel that way, especially women that have spent years trying to be everything to everyone. At Bloom Women's Counseling you can find support and you can find your voice.
![Photo of Raya Newman, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0e8afd79-1af0-4752-8b43-d95557a8d056/2/320x400.jpeg)
Building a trusting relationship in therapy is the foundation to making progress in treatment. I focus on compassion, validation, and acceptance throughout therapy to empower and encourage my clients to make the change in their life. My clinical experience from the last 10 years has helped me learn about a lot of different therapy styles. I pull from a lot of various different theoretical orientations depending on the needs of the person. I have experience working in the juvenile justice system, community mental health, and foster care system through DCFS.
Building a trusting relationship in therapy is the foundation to making progress in treatment. I focus on compassion, validation, and acceptance throughout therapy to empower and encourage my clients to make the change in their life. My clinical experience from the last 10 years has helped me learn about a lot of different therapy styles. I pull from a lot of various different theoretical orientations depending on the needs of the person. I have experience working in the juvenile justice system, community mental health, and foster care system through DCFS.
![Photo of Katrina Muenster, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/619b2d53-ffd7-44bc-9064-f8c7370c74c2/2/320x400.png)
Katrina Muenster is a Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated Summa Cum Laude from Roosevelt University with a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology (Counseling Practice). Katrina has garnered many culturally diverse experiences from working with individuals in community mental health settings, working with students in school settings, and working as a first responder for mental health crisis at hospitals in DuPage County. Katrina understands that the decision to seek a therapist is often a vulnerable and at times difficult decision to make.
Katrina Muenster is a Licensed Professional Counselor who graduated Summa Cum Laude from Roosevelt University with a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology (Counseling Practice). Katrina has garnered many culturally diverse experiences from working with individuals in community mental health settings, working with students in school settings, and working as a first responder for mental health crisis at hospitals in DuPage County. Katrina understands that the decision to seek a therapist is often a vulnerable and at times difficult decision to make.
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Don’t gamble with the most important relationship in your life. Get proven help! This week, thousands of partners around the world used our approach to get their relationships back on track. Next week, you can be one of them. For over 35 years, we have been refining a power-packed, streamlined system for restoring broken connections. Our guidance is practical, step-by-step, and straight to the heart of the matter. We’ll pinpoint the changes that you need to make, guide you through the tough conversations, and steer you away from the rabbit holes that can sidetrack progress.
Don’t gamble with the most important relationship in your life. Get proven help! This week, thousands of partners around the world used our approach to get their relationships back on track. Next week, you can be one of them. For over 35 years, we have been refining a power-packed, streamlined system for restoring broken connections. Our guidance is practical, step-by-step, and straight to the heart of the matter. We’ll pinpoint the changes that you need to make, guide you through the tough conversations, and steer you away from the rabbit holes that can sidetrack progress.
![Photo of Megghun Redmon - Stone Manor Counseling, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6259165c-0370-4677-9747-c90e766aec8b/3/320x400.jpeg)
At Stone Manor Counseling, we’re here to support you through life’s ups and downs with kindness and expertise. We offer help for a range of challenges, including grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions, and stress. Our goal is to create a welcoming and understanding space where you can work through these difficulties and find the stability and clarity you’re seeking. We make sure our services are both affordable and accessible, so you get the support you need when you need it.
At Stone Manor Counseling, we’re here to support you through life’s ups and downs with kindness and expertise. We offer help for a range of challenges, including grief, anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions, and stress. Our goal is to create a welcoming and understanding space where you can work through these difficulties and find the stability and clarity you’re seeking. We make sure our services are both affordable and accessible, so you get the support you need when you need it.
![Photo of Elizabeth Marie Davy - Elizabeth M Davy, LCSW, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fd43afea-d6d1-4bea-9477-6202b49ecf29/2/320x400.jpeg)
Elizabeth M Davy, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
In addition to treating children, adolescents and adults with depression and anxiety, I have extensive training and experience in play therapy, particularly with children who have witnessed or directly experienced trauma (including childhood sexual abuse, parental murder, parental suicide, and child pornography), and chronic illness including childhood cancer and diabetes. I am developing an expertise with children who express gender variance. I enjoy working with women around issues of stress and life balance. I am passionate about therapy and supervision work with other therapists who are experiencing compassion fatigue.
In addition to treating children, adolescents and adults with depression and anxiety, I have extensive training and experience in play therapy, particularly with children who have witnessed or directly experienced trauma (including childhood sexual abuse, parental murder, parental suicide, and child pornography), and chronic illness including childhood cancer and diabetes. I am developing an expertise with children who express gender variance. I enjoy working with women around issues of stress and life balance. I am passionate about therapy and supervision work with other therapists who are experiencing compassion fatigue.
![Photo of Maria T Herrera - Teyolia LLC Individual & Family Therapy , DSW, LCSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/73f17770-5d09-4058-93f1-449901605bb5/1/320x400.jpeg)
Teyolia LLC Individual & Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, IL 60506
Hello, I am Dr. Maria T Herrera, an immigrant, bilingual (English and Spanish), passionate, experienced LCSW with a diverse understanding of vulnerable populations in many settings. The therapeutic relationship is the best healing tool in therapy, and it is based on mutual honesty and trust. I hope to help you get to know and love yourself, the most challenging thing in life. When you find meaning in your life, your anxiety, depression, substance, food, shopping, abuse, etc. tend to improve. I aim to provide a safe holding environment for you without judgment of any kind, a place to be human.
Hello, I am Dr. Maria T Herrera, an immigrant, bilingual (English and Spanish), passionate, experienced LCSW with a diverse understanding of vulnerable populations in many settings. The therapeutic relationship is the best healing tool in therapy, and it is based on mutual honesty and trust. I hope to help you get to know and love yourself, the most challenging thing in life. When you find meaning in your life, your anxiety, depression, substance, food, shopping, abuse, etc. tend to improve. I aim to provide a safe holding environment for you without judgment of any kind, a place to be human.
![Photo of Cagney Cappelli, LCPC, CADC, CODP II, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51fd7eb1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have been working in the field of mental health and addictions since 1993. I feel fortunate to be able to provide individual, family, and couples counseling to those seeking to improve various aspects of their life.
I have been working in the field of mental health and addictions since 1993. I feel fortunate to be able to provide individual, family, and couples counseling to those seeking to improve various aspects of their life.
![Photo of Tracy Takeda, MA, LCPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d0a7c8bf-3641-45a6-ba8d-830dbf5cfd05/2/320x400.jpeg)
Tracy Takeda
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
I am honored to work with clients who are willing to share their stories. I am open to clients who are ambivalent about counseling, maybe coming for the first time, and to those motivated for support. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, identity and meaning, faith/spiritual and family/relational concerns, and those who might consider understanding how the past impacts them now. I have valued my diverse work in the community (group homes, therapeutic day school, outpatient counseling and university counseling center) as I desire to connect clients to resources and their community as needed.
I am honored to work with clients who are willing to share their stories. I am open to clients who are ambivalent about counseling, maybe coming for the first time, and to those motivated for support. I work with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, identity and meaning, faith/spiritual and family/relational concerns, and those who might consider understanding how the past impacts them now. I have valued my diverse work in the community (group homes, therapeutic day school, outpatient counseling and university counseling center) as I desire to connect clients to resources and their community as needed.
![Photo of Ian Hoffman, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/09651813-2acb-4925-af29-7ab0350d3320/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have worked in the field of mental health for the past ten years. My doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology is through the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. My previous work experience includes hospital, private practice, school, and community mental health settings. I also have experience presenting in the community on how to manage problematic behavior at home and strategies for reducing anxiety and stress.
I have worked in the field of mental health for the past ten years. My doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology is through the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. My previous work experience includes hospital, private practice, school, and community mental health settings. I also have experience presenting in the community on how to manage problematic behavior at home and strategies for reducing anxiety and stress.
![Photo of Carol Elendt, LPC, NCC, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41a748b7-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Carol Elendt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
Elburn, IL 60119
Waitlist for new clients
It takes courage to begin therapy, and I would be honored to step into this process with you. My desire is to provide empathic therapy for adults, adolescents, and children who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, or relationship issues. For people experiencing loss, you will find a safe space to grieve. I enjoy working with clients who have diverse beliefs and also offer a Christian perspective for those seeking a faith-focused therapist.
It takes courage to begin therapy, and I would be honored to step into this process with you. My desire is to provide empathic therapy for adults, adolescents, and children who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma symptoms, or relationship issues. For people experiencing loss, you will find a safe space to grieve. I enjoy working with clients who have diverse beliefs and also offer a Christian perspective for those seeking a faith-focused therapist.
![Photo of Katie Andersen, LSW, CADC, CIP, CAI, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/475bb31a-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Katie Andersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CADC, CIP, CAI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Yorkville, IL 60560
Accepting NEW Clients! I work with teens 16+, adults, and families. My passion for athletics and wellness led me to work in collegiate athletics and coaching prior to entering into the mental health and addiction field. I'm passionate about helping people and guiding them to overcome their most challenging situations and supporting them until they make their lives happier and healthier. I'm looking forward to educate individuals about anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD and trauma, women's issues, life transitions, co-parenting, marital problems, addiction and behavioral/addiction interventions.
Accepting NEW Clients! I work with teens 16+, adults, and families. My passion for athletics and wellness led me to work in collegiate athletics and coaching prior to entering into the mental health and addiction field. I'm passionate about helping people and guiding them to overcome their most challenging situations and supporting them until they make their lives happier and healthier. I'm looking forward to educate individuals about anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD and trauma, women's issues, life transitions, co-parenting, marital problems, addiction and behavioral/addiction interventions.
![Photo of Colleen Clark, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b918d6a9-c0a1-4be1-8870-33bec6728202/1/320x400.jpeg)
The development of a child is a unique journey with many ups and downs, from celebrating milestones and accomplishments to navigating various social, emotional, and behavioral struggles. Growing up is hard and there are a multitude of things that can impact an already difficult life stage. Social, emotional, and behavioral struggles in childhood can not only impact the success of a child, but also have the potential to impact the family as a whole. Addressing these struggles with a therapeutic approach can lead to improvement in the many areas of a child’s life and increasing the odds of living a happier and more successful life.
The development of a child is a unique journey with many ups and downs, from celebrating milestones and accomplishments to navigating various social, emotional, and behavioral struggles. Growing up is hard and there are a multitude of things that can impact an already difficult life stage. Social, emotional, and behavioral struggles in childhood can not only impact the success of a child, but also have the potential to impact the family as a whole. Addressing these struggles with a therapeutic approach can lead to improvement in the many areas of a child’s life and increasing the odds of living a happier and more successful life.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Big Rock, IL
< 10
Therapists in Big Rock, IL who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Depression |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Addiction |
100% | Grief |
100% | Spirituality |
100% | Other |
Average years in practice
31 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
100% | Coventry |
How Therapists in Big Rock, IL see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Big Rock?
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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.