Therapists in Chinatown, Boston, MA
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Kevin Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Kevin, a Somatic and Emotion Centered Therapist with Wellworth Therapy. In my practice, I offer space for your authentic self to be seen and heard which invites you to experience holding and wholeness. This enables you to grow trust in yourself and be in true connection. I specialize in supporting trauma survivors to find healing by learning to regulate your nervous system, positively shifting your relationship with your emotions, and the impacts of your past. I welcome new clients into my practice and look forward to hearing from you.
Hello! I'm Kevin, a Somatic and Emotion Centered Therapist with Wellworth Therapy. In my practice, I offer space for your authentic self to be seen and heard which invites you to experience holding and wholeness. This enables you to grow trust in yourself and be in true connection. I specialize in supporting trauma survivors to find healing by learning to regulate your nervous system, positively shifting your relationship with your emotions, and the impacts of your past. I welcome new clients into my practice and look forward to hearing from you.
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Rhea D Antonio
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116
Waitlist for new clients
Life experiences, transitions, and relationships provide both an opportunity to be challenged and to grow. In my practice, I welcome adults, couples, adolescents and families who wish to improve the quality of any dimension of their lives - from professional, family and parenting relationships to emotional, interpersonal, or physical challenges. Drawing upon specialized training focused on gaining insight (psychodynamic), building skills to manage emotions and behaviors (cognitive behavioral) and understanding relationships (family systems/relational), I work closely with individuals to develop understanding and identify goals that address the distinct factors that may be inhibiting life pursuits or interfering with personal, academic, or professional satisfaction and success.
Life experiences, transitions, and relationships provide both an opportunity to be challenged and to grow. In my practice, I welcome adults, couples, adolescents and families who wish to improve the quality of any dimension of their lives - from professional, family and parenting relationships to emotional, interpersonal, or physical challenges. Drawing upon specialized training focused on gaining insight (psychodynamic), building skills to manage emotions and behaviors (cognitive behavioral) and understanding relationships (family systems/relational), I work closely with individuals to develop understanding and identify goals that address the distinct factors that may be inhibiting life pursuits or interfering with personal, academic, or professional satisfaction and success.
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Brian Gwozdz
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Making a decision to start therapy is not only a courageous one, but an empowering one that can be truly life-changing. My approach has always been to form a collaborative partnership with my client while creating a trusting, supportive, non-judgmental, and productive environment in which we work closely together to address any concerns you may have. As someone who has practiced mindfulness and meditation for many years, I also appreciate the interconnectedness between mind and body, and embrace an holistic view of healing. I look forward to having the privilege of working with you.
Making a decision to start therapy is not only a courageous one, but an empowering one that can be truly life-changing. My approach has always been to form a collaborative partnership with my client while creating a trusting, supportive, non-judgmental, and productive environment in which we work closely together to address any concerns you may have. As someone who has practiced mindfulness and meditation for many years, I also appreciate the interconnectedness between mind and body, and embrace an holistic view of healing. I look forward to having the privilege of working with you.
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Allie Renzi
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02111 (Online Only)
Are you looking to improve performance and fulfillment in your life through improved management of daily stressors, anxiety, sports, career, school, health habits or other life transitions? I am a sport and performance psychotherapist that is passionate about working with individuals who are looking to overcome mental blocks and maladaptive patterns to realize their full potential in sport, career, school, and every facet of life. I take a human centered approach and create a genuine relationship in which we can explore strengths and areas of improvement, non-judgmentally. All sessions are uniquely curated to meet your needs.
Are you looking to improve performance and fulfillment in your life through improved management of daily stressors, anxiety, sports, career, school, health habits or other life transitions? I am a sport and performance psychotherapist that is passionate about working with individuals who are looking to overcome mental blocks and maladaptive patterns to realize their full potential in sport, career, school, and every facet of life. I take a human centered approach and create a genuine relationship in which we can explore strengths and areas of improvement, non-judgmentally. All sessions are uniquely curated to meet your needs.
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Cara Ackerman
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02110
Not accepting new clients
Navigating adolescence and early adulthood is difficult enough without adding in the complexities of a global pandemic. You deserve to have your story heard; I aim to support you in exploring your personality, identities, and experiences in a comforting and compassionate environment to empower you to thrive. By utilizing a client-centered approach, my goal is to guide you to find peace in your life by utilizing various theoretical approaches, empathy, and humor.
Navigating adolescence and early adulthood is difficult enough without adding in the complexities of a global pandemic. You deserve to have your story heard; I aim to support you in exploring your personality, identities, and experiences in a comforting and compassionate environment to empower you to thrive. By utilizing a client-centered approach, my goal is to guide you to find peace in your life by utilizing various theoretical approaches, empathy, and humor.
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Athena Weggler
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Life can be filled with wonderful things and also many things that cause stress. Sometimes it can be hard to take time for yourself when the demands of others are in the forefront of your life. My passion is working with individuals with chronic health conditions. I also enjoy working with individuals with anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Life can be filled with wonderful things and also many things that cause stress. Sometimes it can be hard to take time for yourself when the demands of others are in the forefront of your life. My passion is working with individuals with chronic health conditions. I also enjoy working with individuals with anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
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Joel E. Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years' experience. My approach to psychotherapy is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel they can be themselves. My clients include people from all walks of life who want to work on issues such as difficult relationships, stress/anxiety, depression, conflict with family/friends, loss, difficult workplace situations, codependence, and those who are highly sensitive. I strive to help each client develop his/her own skills to reach their goals, to develop more fulfilling lives, to feel better and have more satisfying relationships.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years' experience. My approach to psychotherapy is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel they can be themselves. My clients include people from all walks of life who want to work on issues such as difficult relationships, stress/anxiety, depression, conflict with family/friends, loss, difficult workplace situations, codependence, and those who are highly sensitive. I strive to help each client develop his/her own skills to reach their goals, to develop more fulfilling lives, to feel better and have more satisfying relationships.
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As a South African immigrant I love working with other's who question identity and meaning in life. My main goal is to empower you, finding your strengths, reducing negative thought cycles (anxiety, depression) and teaching you to untie your emotional knots and to live authentically with meaning. You will leave having better relationships with yourself, and others. Believe it or not we will do a lot of laughing while we work. Experience: creativity, work/life balance, sexuality, anxiety, leadership, couples therapy,premarital/dating, stress reduction. I have trained in diverse settings (including fellowship at Boston University's Danielsen Institute).
As a South African immigrant I love working with other's who question identity and meaning in life. My main goal is to empower you, finding your strengths, reducing negative thought cycles (anxiety, depression) and teaching you to untie your emotional knots and to live authentically with meaning. You will leave having better relationships with yourself, and others. Believe it or not we will do a lot of laughing while we work. Experience: creativity, work/life balance, sexuality, anxiety, leadership, couples therapy,premarital/dating, stress reduction. I have trained in diverse settings (including fellowship at Boston University's Danielsen Institute).
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Daniel Jeremiah Halloran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116
Do you hold yourself to a different standard than you hold others? Do you often wonder what friends, romantic partners, or bosses see in you? Do you struggle to enjoy or even recognize your own strengths and successes? Do you feel that some patterns of behavior or communication have fallen out of control? Do you struggle to like the person you are in the context of your relationship or past relationships? If you want to break through mental and emotional barriers to enjoying the life you have built, you may be my ideal client.
Do you hold yourself to a different standard than you hold others? Do you often wonder what friends, romantic partners, or bosses see in you? Do you struggle to enjoy or even recognize your own strengths and successes? Do you feel that some patterns of behavior or communication have fallen out of control? Do you struggle to like the person you are in the context of your relationship or past relationships? If you want to break through mental and emotional barriers to enjoying the life you have built, you may be my ideal client.
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Alison Todd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02135 (Online Only)
Alison is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of experience. Areas of specialty include anxiety/stress, depression, executive functioning disorders, couple/family/peer issues, conflict resolution, trauma response and coping with medical concerns. Her style is strength-based and collaborative with a goal of identifying areas of concern and working together to develop a solution-focused plan to achieve measurable and sustainable progress. Alison received her doctoral training and Master's Degree at Boston College and completed a fellowship at Harvard.
Alison is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 30+ years of experience. Areas of specialty include anxiety/stress, depression, executive functioning disorders, couple/family/peer issues, conflict resolution, trauma response and coping with medical concerns. Her style is strength-based and collaborative with a goal of identifying areas of concern and working together to develop a solution-focused plan to achieve measurable and sustainable progress. Alison received her doctoral training and Master's Degree at Boston College and completed a fellowship at Harvard.
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Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! With life becoming increasingly demanding, it can feel like we are always battling on a new frontier. We do not, however, have to power through it alone! Whether it’s with relationships, family, jobs, college, new cultural environments or even ourselves, I aim to support my clients with recognizing and managing the emotional impact that life’s torrent of changes has on us all. My therapeutic approach is to create an accepting relationship so sessions can be a comfortable and judgment free zone.
Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! With life becoming increasingly demanding, it can feel like we are always battling on a new frontier. We do not, however, have to power through it alone! Whether it’s with relationships, family, jobs, college, new cultural environments or even ourselves, I aim to support my clients with recognizing and managing the emotional impact that life’s torrent of changes has on us all. My therapeutic approach is to create an accepting relationship so sessions can be a comfortable and judgment free zone.
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Samantha McAllister
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116
Are you ready to make a change in your life but want the support to do so? As a therapist I offer a space for you to pinpoint your hopes and goals, expand your understanding of your values, and ultimately take your power back from the problems that try to control you. I believe that you are the expert on your life and would love to join you on your journey to self-trust and growth. I work with individuals and couples with an integrative, individualized, and strength-based approach. Together I hope to create a curious, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to help you feel valued and supported in your journey.
Are you ready to make a change in your life but want the support to do so? As a therapist I offer a space for you to pinpoint your hopes and goals, expand your understanding of your values, and ultimately take your power back from the problems that try to control you. I believe that you are the expert on your life and would love to join you on your journey to self-trust and growth. I work with individuals and couples with an integrative, individualized, and strength-based approach. Together I hope to create a curious, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to help you feel valued and supported in your journey.
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Emma Fuini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02110
Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! Click "My Website" button to schedule a free consult call! I utilize a trauma-informed, person-in-environment approach that recognizes the importance of both individual and environmental factors that influence a person's well-being and behavior. There is no "one size fits all" approach, therefore I adopt techniques from varying practice modalities including CBT, psychoanalysis, behavioral therapy, and solutions-focused therapy.
Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! Click "My Website" button to schedule a free consult call! I utilize a trauma-informed, person-in-environment approach that recognizes the importance of both individual and environmental factors that influence a person's well-being and behavior. There is no "one size fits all" approach, therefore I adopt techniques from varying practice modalities including CBT, psychoanalysis, behavioral therapy, and solutions-focused therapy.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides individual online therapy for adults. I offer a safe, compassionate and collaborative relationship to work through a range of concerns. My approach assists clients in working towards self-growth, self-trust and healing from life’s challenges. I enjoy helping clients gain insight into their patterns, promote their strengths and make the changes that they want. I have a special interest in working with clients with diverse gender, sexual, and ethnic backgrounds.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides individual online therapy for adults. I offer a safe, compassionate and collaborative relationship to work through a range of concerns. My approach assists clients in working towards self-growth, self-trust and healing from life’s challenges. I enjoy helping clients gain insight into their patterns, promote their strengths and make the changes that they want. I have a special interest in working with clients with diverse gender, sexual, and ethnic backgrounds.
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Nick Heath
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116
Are you two feeling stuck in Life or in your Relationship? Perhaps an issue arose that you are having difficulties working through? I work with All Adult Couples & Individuals (Age 20 to Age 80+) who are experiencing General Anxiety & Social Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, OCD, and Grief/Loss, around Life circumstances and transitions, such as Career, Family, and Romanitc Relationships. I can help you Grieve major Life Losses: Parents, Siblings, Children, Infidelity, Marriage & Relationships, Careers, Pets, and Homes. I work with Clients of all Ethnicities, Heterosexual, LGBTQ, and Interracial Couples.
Are you two feeling stuck in Life or in your Relationship? Perhaps an issue arose that you are having difficulties working through? I work with All Adult Couples & Individuals (Age 20 to Age 80+) who are experiencing General Anxiety & Social Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, OCD, and Grief/Loss, around Life circumstances and transitions, such as Career, Family, and Romanitc Relationships. I can help you Grieve major Life Losses: Parents, Siblings, Children, Infidelity, Marriage & Relationships, Careers, Pets, and Homes. I work with Clients of all Ethnicities, Heterosexual, LGBTQ, and Interracial Couples.
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Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! Do you struggle with imposter syndrome, coping with traumatic events, difficulties developing a strong sense of self or managing relationships? Maybe you have been experiencing depression, anxiety or distress. Wherever you are in your journey, you are worthy of processing in a space where all aspects of you are met with acceptance, curiosity, and empowerment. As a queer, mixed-race, neurodivergent, & Latinx clinician I support individuals who are struggling to accept themselves, or may be learning to accept or better understand more about who they are.
Summer 2024 - Accepting New Clients! Do you struggle with imposter syndrome, coping with traumatic events, difficulties developing a strong sense of self or managing relationships? Maybe you have been experiencing depression, anxiety or distress. Wherever you are in your journey, you are worthy of processing in a space where all aspects of you are met with acceptance, curiosity, and empowerment. As a queer, mixed-race, neurodivergent, & Latinx clinician I support individuals who are struggling to accept themselves, or may be learning to accept or better understand more about who they are.
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Marjorie Thomsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116
Psychologist Carl Rogers said, “In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would phrase the question in this way: How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for his own personal growth?” My clinical approach is to provide a therapeutic connection that helps clients acknowledge, bear, and put into perspective all the struggles, messiness, small delights, bliss and everything in between that we experience as part of the human condition. Therapy is an opportunity to delve into that quarrel with the self.
Psychologist Carl Rogers said, “In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would phrase the question in this way: How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for his own personal growth?” My clinical approach is to provide a therapeutic connection that helps clients acknowledge, bear, and put into perspective all the struggles, messiness, small delights, bliss and everything in between that we experience as part of the human condition. Therapy is an opportunity to delve into that quarrel with the self.
Katalyst Psychological Family Center
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116
We are a group of mental health providers with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. We work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and autism. Our providers conduct neuropsychological evaluations for children and adults to help with diagnostic clarity and treatment planning.
We are a group of mental health providers with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. We work with individuals and families who have parenting concerns, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ODD, and autism. Our providers conduct neuropsychological evaluations for children and adults to help with diagnostic clarity and treatment planning.
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Tiffany Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
I have a special interest in working with individuals navigating life transitions such as college, graduate school, career stress, sexuality and gender identity/expression, parenting, relationships, substance use and disordered eating. I specialize in women’s health issues, including pregnancy, postpartum, adoption and parenting. I have extensive experience working in community health with children and adults with complex medical needs, teen parents, and pregnant and postpartum individuals with substance use disorders.
I have a special interest in working with individuals navigating life transitions such as college, graduate school, career stress, sexuality and gender identity/expression, parenting, relationships, substance use and disordered eating. I specialize in women’s health issues, including pregnancy, postpartum, adoption and parenting. I have extensive experience working in community health with children and adults with complex medical needs, teen parents, and pregnant and postpartum individuals with substance use disorders.
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Kate Schiffman
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CTMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chinatown, Boston, MA 02116
Not accepting new clients
It can be difficult navigating the challenges that life throws at you and it is easy to get stuck in a negative cycle of thoughts, feelings and behaviors. With over a decade of experience, we will focus on what is right with you and not on what is wrong with you in order to help you benefit from hardships, identify solutions, increase your happiness and find a better sense of well-being and purpose. My specialty is in treating OCD, anxiety and phobias using Exposure Therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT and coping skills. I also enjoy incorporating my passion of art into my sessions through Expressive Therapy, focusing on visual arts.
It can be difficult navigating the challenges that life throws at you and it is easy to get stuck in a negative cycle of thoughts, feelings and behaviors. With over a decade of experience, we will focus on what is right with you and not on what is wrong with you in order to help you benefit from hardships, identify solutions, increase your happiness and find a better sense of well-being and purpose. My specialty is in treating OCD, anxiety and phobias using Exposure Therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT and coping skills. I also enjoy incorporating my passion of art into my sessions through Expressive Therapy, focusing on visual arts.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Chinatown, Boston, MA
700+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Chinatown, Boston, MA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
85% | Depression |
75% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Self Esteem |
71% | Stress |
69% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
65% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
63% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Chinatown, Boston, MA see their clients
57% | Online Only | |
43% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Chinatown, Boston?
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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.