Therapists in North Carolina
![Photo of Katie Drexler, LCMHCA, NCC, PLLC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/77a9ffaf-6605-43ae-9633-84f973b18ab7/1/320x400.jpeg)
How did that make you feel? I have heard that this is all that was asked during a counseling session. Although your feelings are meaningful and very valid, my approach will be supportive and goal oriented to make you feel heard and make progress towards a positive change in your life. We all have problems, thoughts, feelings, or experiences that can impact our well-being. I know first-hand how to find ways to cope or work through those. I will be here to support you and find the appropriate interventions or therapies for your specific journeys. I will use different techniques (CBT, DBT, etc) to help meet your goals.
How did that make you feel? I have heard that this is all that was asked during a counseling session. Although your feelings are meaningful and very valid, my approach will be supportive and goal oriented to make you feel heard and make progress towards a positive change in your life. We all have problems, thoughts, feelings, or experiences that can impact our well-being. I know first-hand how to find ways to cope or work through those. I will be here to support you and find the appropriate interventions or therapies for your specific journeys. I will use different techniques (CBT, DBT, etc) to help meet your goals.
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Cedar Tree Empowerment Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, TF-CBT, CCTP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28215
"I'm okay. Everything's alright". You tell yourself this repetitively while withholding tears and smiling for everyone else. You secretly struggle to believe what God says about you. Some days you feel so alone. You battle to feel loved and good enough to be the person God created you to be. Anxiety, depression, fear, grief, loss, shame and trauma have become emotional strongholds. Life seems to keep coming and you feel depleted. You ultimately want to live in freedom in your mind, no longer enslaved by the pain of the past, comparison, and even fear that your future will be failure. You desire to sense hope and fulfillment again.
"I'm okay. Everything's alright". You tell yourself this repetitively while withholding tears and smiling for everyone else. You secretly struggle to believe what God says about you. Some days you feel so alone. You battle to feel loved and good enough to be the person God created you to be. Anxiety, depression, fear, grief, loss, shame and trauma have become emotional strongholds. Life seems to keep coming and you feel depleted. You ultimately want to live in freedom in your mind, no longer enslaved by the pain of the past, comparison, and even fear that your future will be failure. You desire to sense hope and fulfillment again.
![Photo of Alison Siepker, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0c740455-6fac-4eef-a4a0-f95e3767094d/2/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Alison Siepker and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Jacksonville, NC, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and use a variety of therapy models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better
My name is Alison Siepker and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Jacksonville, NC, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and use a variety of therapy models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better
![Photo of Kara Ewing, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/58b34e3d-7da7-4352-9320-a3c05deadb24/2/320x400.jpeg)
"Life's roughest storms prove the strength of our anchors!" With almost 20 years of experience in working with individuals of all ages as well as families, I have taken great pride in helping others recognize their individual strengths to weather the many storms of life. Although I work with all ages, I have a special passion for working with older children and teens and their families. Throughout my career, I have helped parents find the balance of providing support and love coupled with discipline to have healthy, happy relationships with their children and teens.
"Life's roughest storms prove the strength of our anchors!" With almost 20 years of experience in working with individuals of all ages as well as families, I have taken great pride in helping others recognize their individual strengths to weather the many storms of life. Although I work with all ages, I have a special passion for working with older children and teens and their families. Throughout my career, I have helped parents find the balance of providing support and love coupled with discipline to have healthy, happy relationships with their children and teens.
![Photo of Tiffany Cagle-Schrift, LCMHC, BCN, QEEG-DL, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bdeccd97-935b-4258-9fab-1147024a3598/2/320x400.jpeg)
Tiffany Cagle-Schrift
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, BCN, QEEG-DL
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103
Accepting day & evening clients. I work with a variety of clientele utilizing a person-centered approach, which means our sessions will start with you and your needs. Together, we will explore the issues that you bring to counseling in a holistic way, with emphasis on emotional and personal history perspectives. In our work together, it is expected that you will participate in the formation and completion of counseling goals so that our sessions will be meaningful and helpful to you. I have worked closely with clients with varying needs bringing enthusiasm, compassion and cross-cultural understanding to our work towards healing.
Accepting day & evening clients. I work with a variety of clientele utilizing a person-centered approach, which means our sessions will start with you and your needs. Together, we will explore the issues that you bring to counseling in a holistic way, with emphasis on emotional and personal history perspectives. In our work together, it is expected that you will participate in the formation and completion of counseling goals so that our sessions will be meaningful and helpful to you. I have worked closely with clients with varying needs bringing enthusiasm, compassion and cross-cultural understanding to our work towards healing.
![Photo of Jay Tyszka, MSW, LCSWA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2621867c-c03d-47ea-8eab-7afd8dc18a8c/3/320x400.jpeg)
Jay Tyszka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27609 (Online Only)
Welcome! I’m Jay Tyszka, LCSWA. I specialize in helping women heal from eating disorders, body image concerns, yo-yo dieting, and trauma/PTSD. I also treat depression, anxiety, and perfectionism. Whether you're ready to process through past trauma, battling an eating disorder or negative body image, or struggling with anxiety and perfectionism, I am here to offer you a safe and supportive space to explore, process, and heal. Together, we will address your unique concerns and underlying issues, develop a healthier relationship with food, and cultivate self-acceptance.
Welcome! I’m Jay Tyszka, LCSWA. I specialize in helping women heal from eating disorders, body image concerns, yo-yo dieting, and trauma/PTSD. I also treat depression, anxiety, and perfectionism. Whether you're ready to process through past trauma, battling an eating disorder or negative body image, or struggling with anxiety and perfectionism, I am here to offer you a safe and supportive space to explore, process, and heal. Together, we will address your unique concerns and underlying issues, develop a healthier relationship with food, and cultivate self-acceptance.
![Photo of Julia Popowski, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53f3293f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Julia Popowski
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803
Waitlist for new clients
It is an honor to be trusted to collaborate with my clients on their healing journey. I work diligently to empower each individual to reawaken to their innate wisdom and strengths within a stigma-free and judgment-free environment. I specialize in helping those with complex trauma, attachment wounds, and adverse life experiences resulting in toxic shame and patterns of feeling "stuck". I also work with problematic substance use, habitual problematic behaviors, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
It is an honor to be trusted to collaborate with my clients on their healing journey. I work diligently to empower each individual to reawaken to their innate wisdom and strengths within a stigma-free and judgment-free environment. I specialize in helping those with complex trauma, attachment wounds, and adverse life experiences resulting in toxic shame and patterns of feeling "stuck". I also work with problematic substance use, habitual problematic behaviors, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
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Have you tried talk therapy with little to no success? As a certified EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapist, I can help. EMDR is a type of brain-based therapy that can help reprocess and desensitize traumatic or adverse experiences so that you can have more fulfilling relationships and less severe trauma reactions. I will walk you through this type of therapy- no need to worry about knowing "what to do" or that it will be too serious. We'll do the hard work plus have fun doing it.
Have you tried talk therapy with little to no success? As a certified EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) therapist, I can help. EMDR is a type of brain-based therapy that can help reprocess and desensitize traumatic or adverse experiences so that you can have more fulfilling relationships and less severe trauma reactions. I will walk you through this type of therapy- no need to worry about knowing "what to do" or that it will be too serious. We'll do the hard work plus have fun doing it.
![Photo of Monique Boyd, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2893bff2-e9bf-48ae-944f-79c208ff7f97/2/320x400.jpeg)
Monique Boyd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28403
Waitlist for new clients
There is a little voice in your head that keeps telling you that you cannot do it. You're not good enough. That voice continues to plague you with doubt, anxiety, confusion, and anger. You question: Who am I? What am I supposed to be doing? You are constantly trying to implement change but find yourself unmotivated, procrastinating, and feeling “lazy.” You try and it just feels too hard. The voice in the back of your head becomes louder and reminds you that changing is hard. You’re then left to spiral into a ball of anxiety or depression.
There is a little voice in your head that keeps telling you that you cannot do it. You're not good enough. That voice continues to plague you with doubt, anxiety, confusion, and anger. You question: Who am I? What am I supposed to be doing? You are constantly trying to implement change but find yourself unmotivated, procrastinating, and feeling “lazy.” You try and it just feels too hard. The voice in the back of your head becomes louder and reminds you that changing is hard. You’re then left to spiral into a ball of anxiety or depression.
![Photo of Debbie Ferguson, MA, LCMHC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/68409ad6-7ec4-4355-86bd-57ec265b5827/1/320x400.jpeg)
Debbie Ferguson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dunn, NC 28334
Do you struggle with relationship issues whether it is in your marriage, with your children or in friendships? Do you have anxiety and depression and you are not sure what to do about it? Have you suffered from a traumatic incident and want to be free from its influence in your life? When we feel safe, loved, and attached we are able to experience true joy and peace. I want to help you get to that point. You are the expert in your life. I would love to work alongside you to assist you in restoring, renewing and repairing the tapestry of your life.
Do you struggle with relationship issues whether it is in your marriage, with your children or in friendships? Do you have anxiety and depression and you are not sure what to do about it? Have you suffered from a traumatic incident and want to be free from its influence in your life? When we feel safe, loved, and attached we are able to experience true joy and peace. I want to help you get to that point. You are the expert in your life. I would love to work alongside you to assist you in restoring, renewing and repairing the tapestry of your life.
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Chrissy Dawn Keefe
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Are you a veteran or service member and feel that while a therapist can understand what you have been through, but really cannot know? Are you Transgender, a member of the LGBTQIA+, or are you questioning things about yourself that you cannot fully understand? Are you a parent who has questions after their child has come out as transgender? Do you want a therapist who does not use a cookie cutter approach and will tailor the approach to you as an individual?
Are you a veteran or service member and feel that while a therapist can understand what you have been through, but really cannot know? Are you Transgender, a member of the LGBTQIA+, or are you questioning things about yourself that you cannot fully understand? Are you a parent who has questions after their child has come out as transgender? Do you want a therapist who does not use a cookie cutter approach and will tailor the approach to you as an individual?
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Taking New Clients! I recognize that life is difficult, therefore, I am passionate about bringing healing to others. I am a compassionate, caring and motivated individual determined to further assist clients with identifying their internal strengths and providing support towards their continued evolving, growing and becoming empowered members of society. In a world which is forever changing, I will continue striving to encourage, support and guide clients towards building firmer foundations. In my care, you will receive a comfortable, confidential, and supportive space. The truth is opening up is hard and change is hard too.
Taking New Clients! I recognize that life is difficult, therefore, I am passionate about bringing healing to others. I am a compassionate, caring and motivated individual determined to further assist clients with identifying their internal strengths and providing support towards their continued evolving, growing and becoming empowered members of society. In a world which is forever changing, I will continue striving to encourage, support and guide clients towards building firmer foundations. In my care, you will receive a comfortable, confidential, and supportive space. The truth is opening up is hard and change is hard too.
![Photo of Jillian Lorek, LCMHCA, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bef0af64-8cf2-4225-8ed1-62afff18dcdb/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling Associate with Krippa Family Psychological & Wellness Services. While I do have a 24-year background working with families and children in the stages of early childhood, in this role, I hope to continue working with people of all ages, from a variety of backgrounds. I specialize in working with children (ages 2+), adolescents, and women, struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, low-self-esteem, ADHD, ASD, suicidal ideations, self-harming behaviors, emotional and mood dysregulation, as well as interpersonal relationship and social skill difficulties.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counseling Associate with Krippa Family Psychological & Wellness Services. While I do have a 24-year background working with families and children in the stages of early childhood, in this role, I hope to continue working with people of all ages, from a variety of backgrounds. I specialize in working with children (ages 2+), adolescents, and women, struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, low-self-esteem, ADHD, ASD, suicidal ideations, self-harming behaviors, emotional and mood dysregulation, as well as interpersonal relationship and social skill difficulties.
![Photo of Angi Everett - Angi Everett/Mindful Heart Healing, MS, LCMHC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f636ad21-5751-4eee-a71b-643e8aeb7eba/2/320x400.jpeg)
Angi Everett/Mindful Heart Healing
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806
I can help you find more balance, manage stress, and find more satisfaction in your life. I will help you articulate your aspirations, create action plans to achieve your life goals, and hold you accountable. I want to help you to create a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and joyful. My style is enthusiastic, direct, and fun! I will push you out of your comfort zone, support you when you stumble, and celebrate your successes along the way as you start living the life you want and deserve. I often incorporate wholistic wellness practices into my sessions as well as mindfulness techniques.
I can help you find more balance, manage stress, and find more satisfaction in your life. I will help you articulate your aspirations, create action plans to achieve your life goals, and hold you accountable. I want to help you to create a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and joyful. My style is enthusiastic, direct, and fun! I will push you out of your comfort zone, support you when you stumble, and celebrate your successes along the way as you start living the life you want and deserve. I often incorporate wholistic wellness practices into my sessions as well as mindfulness techniques.
![Photo of Aaron Horn, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fa68c7d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Everyone has times in their life that they need to talk to someone. Throughout my career, I have worked with a broad range of people-children, individuals, and couples. I understand what it is like to be in search of answers. I recognize that anxiety and stress impact families as well as individuals. My life experiences have taught me to look at each client as an individual with their own needs and strengths. I believe that therapy can help us find specific solutions to our problems- whether those struggles are internal, external, personal, or relationally oriented.
Everyone has times in their life that they need to talk to someone. Throughout my career, I have worked with a broad range of people-children, individuals, and couples. I understand what it is like to be in search of answers. I recognize that anxiety and stress impact families as well as individuals. My life experiences have taught me to look at each client as an individual with their own needs and strengths. I believe that therapy can help us find specific solutions to our problems- whether those struggles are internal, external, personal, or relationally oriented.
![Photo of Cheri Pullen, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS-A](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/48c1c6f5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Cheri Pullen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHCS, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilson, NC 27896
My theory of counseling is that people have specific behaviors they would like to change, which are caused by our irrational, self-defeating beliefs learned from earlier life experiences. My goal will be to assist with changing undesired behaviors and circumstances. Counseling is a personal exploration that leads to major changes in your life perspectives and decisions. These changes may affect significant relationships and understanding of yourself. Some of these life changes could be temporarily distressing. Together we will work to achieve the best possible results for you.
My theory of counseling is that people have specific behaviors they would like to change, which are caused by our irrational, self-defeating beliefs learned from earlier life experiences. My goal will be to assist with changing undesired behaviors and circumstances. Counseling is a personal exploration that leads to major changes in your life perspectives and decisions. These changes may affect significant relationships and understanding of yourself. Some of these life changes could be temporarily distressing. Together we will work to achieve the best possible results for you.
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Fayetteville Neurofeedback, PLLC
Counselor, MRC, CRC, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NC 28303
Many of our clients have diagnoses of depression, generalized anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, OCD, migraines, chronic pain, or just want to maximize their concentration either in academia, sports, or in their professional roles.
Many of our clients have diagnoses of depression, generalized anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, OCD, migraines, chronic pain, or just want to maximize their concentration either in academia, sports, or in their professional roles.
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**Accepting new client's for in person therapy in Wilmington, NC** I work with individuals and couples impacted by trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, intimacy/sexual concerns, relational distress, ambivalence, and stress. My work with couples includes addressing trust and communication issues, providing premarital counseling, repairing after infidelity, intimacy concerns, and reconnecting. I work with young adults surrounding issues such as stress, anger, anxiety, relationship choices, bullying/peer pressure, sexuality concerns, conflict with parents or other family members, and life transitions.
**Accepting new client's for in person therapy in Wilmington, NC** I work with individuals and couples impacted by trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, intimacy/sexual concerns, relational distress, ambivalence, and stress. My work with couples includes addressing trust and communication issues, providing premarital counseling, repairing after infidelity, intimacy concerns, and reconnecting. I work with young adults surrounding issues such as stress, anger, anxiety, relationship choices, bullying/peer pressure, sexuality concerns, conflict with parents or other family members, and life transitions.
![Photo of Michelle S. Libby, MEd, LCMHC, CTP, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/894c8a94-fa69-4082-8cf5-157e875d5500/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor with a background in treating teens and adults with anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, trauma and stress-related disorders, depressive disorders, and various other concerns. Additionally, I have experience working with children, adolescents, and teens with neurodevelopment disorders.
I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor with a background in treating teens and adults with anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, trauma and stress-related disorders, depressive disorders, and various other concerns. Additionally, I have experience working with children, adolescents, and teens with neurodevelopment disorders.
![Photo of Ivonne Garcia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9f32dcf5-ea4a-438b-b23f-10764d1338b5/5/320x400.jpeg)
Ivonne Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Concord, NC 28027 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like you cannot say no to others? Is it hard to make decisions because you are scared of the unknown? Do you feel like you have lost yourself? You may feel alone like no one could ever understand but I can. You can start working towards uncovering what is blocking you from finding your authentic self in order to step into the life you deserve. You deserve to feel the freedom that comes when you leave the fears behind you and accept yourself for who you are.
Do you feel like you cannot say no to others? Is it hard to make decisions because you are scared of the unknown? Do you feel like you have lost yourself? You may feel alone like no one could ever understand but I can. You can start working towards uncovering what is blocking you from finding your authentic self in order to step into the life you deserve. You deserve to feel the freedom that comes when you leave the fears behind you and accept yourself for who you are.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in North Carolina who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
75% | Self Esteem |
73% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Coping Skills |
69% | Stress |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
86% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
77% | Aetna |
54% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in North Carolina see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
16% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in North Carolina?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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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.