Therapists in Willard, OH

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Michelle M Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Willard, OH 44890  (Online Only)
Overwhelmed? Have you said or someone told you, “You’re a hot mess?” Do you need a cheerleader, someone who genuinely cares and nurtures your growth? Look no further! I see a limited number of people per week to keep my practice person-centered around you. There are available hours for most needs, including evenings. My private practice, The Open Gate is exclusively telehealth. In today’s world, people are overextended and trying to find balance. My walk is all about balance and finding the path that best matches your needs. I want to help people who are motivated for change and can benefit from support and strategies.
Overwhelmed? Have you said or someone told you, “You’re a hot mess?” Do you need a cheerleader, someone who genuinely cares and nurtures your growth? Look no further! I see a limited number of people per week to keep my practice person-centered around you. There are available hours for most needs, including evenings. My private practice, The Open Gate is exclusively telehealth. In today’s world, people are overextended and trying to find balance. My walk is all about balance and finding the path that best matches your needs. I want to help people who are motivated for change and can benefit from support and strategies.
(419) 314-4880 View (419) 314-4880
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Wendie Parsons-Nuhn
Counselor, LPCC-S, LSW, LICDC, SAP
Verified Verified
Willard, OH 44890
Individuals often seek counseling because they are ready for, thinking about, or instructed to make changes or address some life issues that seem to have a hold on them and they aren't quite sure how to handle them or sometimes not even sure if they want to handle them. Counseling can help you become the change you wish to see, weigh the pros and cons to making changes, develop new coping strategies, improve self confidence, decrease symptoms of mental or behavioral health, or work toward sobriety from mood altering substances. I work with children ages 6 and up, teens, young adults, adults, women, and men.
Individuals often seek counseling because they are ready for, thinking about, or instructed to make changes or address some life issues that seem to have a hold on them and they aren't quite sure how to handle them or sometimes not even sure if they want to handle them. Counseling can help you become the change you wish to see, weigh the pros and cons to making changes, develop new coping strategies, improve self confidence, decrease symptoms of mental or behavioral health, or work toward sobriety from mood altering substances. I work with children ages 6 and up, teens, young adults, adults, women, and men.
(567) 278-9832 View (567) 278-9832

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Steven Gifford
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Plymouth, OH 44865
Hello, I am Steven Gifford, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio. I believe that we can work together so that you can function at your highest level possible. I have many years of experience working with clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, addiction and alcoholism issues, relationship issues, and couples counseling. I believe that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help us to look at how to change behaviors to improve your life situation. I also believe that talk therapy is also a significant way to get to the results that you deserve.
Hello, I am Steven Gifford, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio. I believe that we can work together so that you can function at your highest level possible. I have many years of experience working with clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, addiction and alcoholism issues, relationship issues, and couples counseling. I believe that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help us to look at how to change behaviors to improve your life situation. I also believe that talk therapy is also a significant way to get to the results that you deserve.
(440) 557-4346 View (440) 557-4346
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Forrest E. Diehl, LPCC
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Plymouth, OH 44865  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Profession Clinical Counselor. I have been practicing clinical counseling for over 35 years and have been in private practice for over twenty-five years. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couples, and family therapy for issues related to depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, trauma, addictions, involvement in the criminal justice system, and most other concerns. I employ a wide variety of techniques when providing services to individuals, couples, and families ranging from cognitive behavioral therapy to relaxation therapy to insight oriented therapy to problem solving.
I am a Licensed Profession Clinical Counselor. I have been practicing clinical counseling for over 35 years and have been in private practice for over twenty-five years. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couples, and family therapy for issues related to depression, anxiety, anger management, grief, trauma, addictions, involvement in the criminal justice system, and most other concerns. I employ a wide variety of techniques when providing services to individuals, couples, and families ranging from cognitive behavioral therapy to relaxation therapy to insight oriented therapy to problem solving.
(440) 249-6572 View (440) 249-6572

Online Therapists

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Allesha Crawley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43219  (Online Only)
I understand there are levels to mental health; we may have good days and the next day we experience hopelessness. I am of the opinion that therapy is a professional conversation that leads to purpose, clarity, empowerment and knowledge of self.
I understand there are levels to mental health; we may have good days and the next day we experience hopelessness. I am of the opinion that therapy is a professional conversation that leads to purpose, clarity, empowerment and knowledge of self.
(330) 969-8650 View (330) 969-8650
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Abdur Siddiq- Jennah Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43209
In a busy, hectic, fast-paced world, we sometimes find ourselves overwhelmed and needing somewhere safe and calm to breathe. Therapy can be a space where someone finds the time to relieve the stress of work, family/relationships and other psychosocial issues related to life in today's world. By addressing these needs, the person can become whole again and live the satisfying life they want. For consultation or to schedule an appointment, I can be reached at 614-354-7006.
In a busy, hectic, fast-paced world, we sometimes find ourselves overwhelmed and needing somewhere safe and calm to breathe. Therapy can be a space where someone finds the time to relieve the stress of work, family/relationships and other psychosocial issues related to life in today's world. By addressing these needs, the person can become whole again and live the satisfying life they want. For consultation or to schedule an appointment, I can be reached at 614-354-7006.
(614) 665-8194 View (614) 665-8194
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Stephanie Hales
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43210
Are you are hoping to find a place where you can learn to build a stronger connection with yourself and others? Wherever you are in your recovery or therapy journey, I’m here to listen to and support you while helping build understanding of your goals. I support the autonomy of my clients and their expertise on what is best for them. I work with people with eating disorders, disordered eating, or finding acceptance in their body, whether they are new to exploring these issues or have struggled for years. I also specialize in managing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, family trauma, or identity issues.
Are you are hoping to find a place where you can learn to build a stronger connection with yourself and others? Wherever you are in your recovery or therapy journey, I’m here to listen to and support you while helping build understanding of your goals. I support the autonomy of my clients and their expertise on what is best for them. I work with people with eating disorders, disordered eating, or finding acceptance in their body, whether they are new to exploring these issues or have struggled for years. I also specialize in managing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, family trauma, or identity issues.
(980) 372-7508 View (980) 372-7508
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Summer Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hilliard, OH 43026
Summer Gonzalez is an LPC, who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from the University of Dayton with a Masters of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Summer believes in taking a nurturing, collaborative approach in working with individuals and couples to provide a safe and empathic atmosphere where they can find their strengths, learn healthy coping skills, and heal through counseling and personal growth. Her main areas of focus include adults struggling with Adjustment issues, Anxiety/Depression, and Post-traumatic stress disorder for both general and military trauma.
Summer Gonzalez is an LPC, who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from the University of Dayton with a Masters of Science in Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Summer believes in taking a nurturing, collaborative approach in working with individuals and couples to provide a safe and empathic atmosphere where they can find their strengths, learn healthy coping skills, and heal through counseling and personal growth. Her main areas of focus include adults struggling with Adjustment issues, Anxiety/Depression, and Post-traumatic stress disorder for both general and military trauma.
(614) 960-8994 View (614) 960-8994
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North Coast Counseling Services
Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Vermilion, OH 44089
P. M. DiMezza, LPCC-S, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist trained in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Endicott-Van Loan Graduate School, as well Seminary training in Pastoral Counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Thirty years experience in behavioral and relationship therapy, treating anxiety/depression (including PTSD), ADHD, ASD, and other related conditions, including school and work interventions, individual, marriage, and family counseling. Author of "The BLT Hypothesis: A New Perspective on ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome", and "Four Steps to Reconciliation".
P. M. DiMezza, LPCC-S, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist trained in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Endicott-Van Loan Graduate School, as well Seminary training in Pastoral Counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Thirty years experience in behavioral and relationship therapy, treating anxiety/depression (including PTSD), ADHD, ASD, and other related conditions, including school and work interventions, individual, marriage, and family counseling. Author of "The BLT Hypothesis: A New Perspective on ADHD and Asperger's Syndrome", and "Four Steps to Reconciliation".
(330) 935-9013 View (330) 935-9013
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Nikkita Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43235  (Online Only)
Hello! I am Dr. Nikkita Jackson, an experienced clinician licensed in Ohio with years of dedicated clinical experience, I am eager to build a meaningful and supportive relationship with new clients to guide them on their path to well-being. As a young child, I always desired to help others which sparked my desire to become a social worker/clinician. I obtained my bachelors, masters, and doctorate in social work and I am an independently licensed social worker in the state of Ohio.
Hello! I am Dr. Nikkita Jackson, an experienced clinician licensed in Ohio with years of dedicated clinical experience, I am eager to build a meaningful and supportive relationship with new clients to guide them on their path to well-being. As a young child, I always desired to help others which sparked my desire to become a social worker/clinician. I obtained my bachelors, masters, and doctorate in social work and I am an independently licensed social worker in the state of Ohio.
(513) 796-7583 View (513) 796-7583
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Holly Mundon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LISWS , CCTP , CDCA
Verified Verified
Newark, OH 43055
Are you having struggles in your job or relationship? Have you been diagnosed with a mental illness and need coping skills as you learn to manage all that it entails? Do you need education, support, and encouragement? I work with grief/loss, trauma, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills & boundaries, relationship and job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I am passionate about helping those who are 'helping professions' and work with health professionals and first responders dealing with secondary trauma. We will work together to set goals for taking the next steps to feel better.
Are you having struggles in your job or relationship? Have you been diagnosed with a mental illness and need coping skills as you learn to manage all that it entails? Do you need education, support, and encouragement? I work with grief/loss, trauma, Depression, Anxiety, coping skills & boundaries, relationship and job stressors, life transitions, and general support. I am passionate about helping those who are 'helping professions' and work with health professionals and first responders dealing with secondary trauma. We will work together to set goals for taking the next steps to feel better.
(740) 245-6505 View (740) 245-6505
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Persha Besenfelder
Licensed Professional Counselor, CT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Through our diverse journey in life there are stories related to managing daily living situations and events. Stress may occur around individuals, couples, families, addiction, health, work, or school situations. These stressors can come in all directions which has a ripple effect on daily life functions and emotional wellbeing.
Through our diverse journey in life there are stories related to managing daily living situations and events. Stress may occur around individuals, couples, families, addiction, health, work, or school situations. These stressors can come in all directions which has a ripple effect on daily life functions and emotional wellbeing.
(440) 291-5365 View (440) 291-5365
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Mary Thompson Counseling 2 Hope LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? In the midst of pain and suffering, Mary can help you find hope in an otherwise hopeless situation, ascertain peace in a difficult season, and rediscover joy. Is your struggle with mental health issues, dual diagnoses, emotional disturbance, grief/loss, trauma, abandonment, substance use, addiction, anxiety, depression, spirituality, anger, relationship issues, or co-dependency? Mary can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being.
Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? In the midst of pain and suffering, Mary can help you find hope in an otherwise hopeless situation, ascertain peace in a difficult season, and rediscover joy. Is your struggle with mental health issues, dual diagnoses, emotional disturbance, grief/loss, trauma, abandonment, substance use, addiction, anxiety, depression, spirituality, anger, relationship issues, or co-dependency? Mary can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being.
(614) 490-1658 View (614) 490-1658
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Ashley M. Germann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dublin, OH 43017
Becoming a parent can be simultaneously the most rewarding and most challenging time in your life. You may be struggling with conception, or you just gave birth and are experiencing scary and debilitating depression or anxiety, or maybe you’ve lost who you are in all the roles you’re playing (mother, partner, employee) and you want to find yourself again without feeling guilty about it. Or maybe nothing is “wrong” but everything still sucks. I specialize in treating all facets of maternal mental health & wellness, from Millennial/Generation Z life transitions, to conception, infertility and loss, through pregnancy and postpartum.
Becoming a parent can be simultaneously the most rewarding and most challenging time in your life. You may be struggling with conception, or you just gave birth and are experiencing scary and debilitating depression or anxiety, or maybe you’ve lost who you are in all the roles you’re playing (mother, partner, employee) and you want to find yourself again without feeling guilty about it. Or maybe nothing is “wrong” but everything still sucks. I specialize in treating all facets of maternal mental health & wellness, from Millennial/Generation Z life transitions, to conception, infertility and loss, through pregnancy and postpartum.
(614) 706-0316 View (614) 706-0316
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Chanel Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Delaware, OH 43015
I specialize in seeing clients who struggle with over-controlled personality types. Do you work too much? Want things to be perfect? Strongly dislike being out of control of situations? Or feel like you have to do things in order for them to be done correctly? My ideal client is simply a client looking to learn and grow. I have treated such a wide variety of diagnoses and people from all over the country. I am open to most clients as long as they are adults.
I specialize in seeing clients who struggle with over-controlled personality types. Do you work too much? Want things to be perfect? Strongly dislike being out of control of situations? Or feel like you have to do things in order for them to be done correctly? My ideal client is simply a client looking to learn and grow. I have treated such a wide variety of diagnoses and people from all over the country. I am open to most clients as long as they are adults.
(740) 279-3789 View (740) 279-3789
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Todd Christopher Newman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Medina, OH 44256
Why do people embark on a counseling relationship in the first place? What could a psychological intervention provide to ease the burden of problems experienced in life? What becomes of undiagnosed and untreated psychological stress? These may be some of your questions as you contemplate moving forward with treatment. Our mind is delicate in a lot of ways and prone to afflictions that cannot be remedied without help. Simply put, we all need assistance sometimes. Counseling is useful since it can uncover underlying social, emotional and perhaps physical maladies. Counseling is instructive, reformative and constructive.
Why do people embark on a counseling relationship in the first place? What could a psychological intervention provide to ease the burden of problems experienced in life? What becomes of undiagnosed and untreated psychological stress? These may be some of your questions as you contemplate moving forward with treatment. Our mind is delicate in a lot of ways and prone to afflictions that cannot be remedied without help. Simply put, we all need assistance sometimes. Counseling is useful since it can uncover underlying social, emotional and perhaps physical maladies. Counseling is instructive, reformative and constructive.
(330) 525-2048 View (330) 525-2048
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Samantha Lakes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
Hello, my name is Sam Lakes, LISW-S. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Miami University/Wright State in 2015 and obtained my Independent Social Work license in 2020, with my Supervision designation in 2022. I firmly believe in a client-centered environment where it’s my job to meet you where you are and walk alongside you. I provide services with a trauma-informed approach with feelings that a strong therapeutic relationship and processing can help individuals overcome their current symptoms or changes in life.
Hello, my name is Sam Lakes, LISW-S. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Miami University/Wright State in 2015 and obtained my Independent Social Work license in 2020, with my Supervision designation in 2022. I firmly believe in a client-centered environment where it’s my job to meet you where you are and walk alongside you. I provide services with a trauma-informed approach with feelings that a strong therapeutic relationship and processing can help individuals overcome their current symptoms or changes in life.
(440) 771-0642 View (440) 771-0642
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Courtney Noster
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Verified Verified
Wooster, OH 44691  (Online Only)
My name is Courtney Noster, I've been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since 2015 and have a long career history of working in mental health settings with clients from across the entire lifespan from very young infants and their parents to seniors and all ages in between.
My name is Courtney Noster, I've been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor since 2015 and have a long career history of working in mental health settings with clients from across the entire lifespan from very young infants and their parents to seniors and all ages in between.
(330) 964-6899 View (330) 964-6899
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Jennifer Vargo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Taking time to nourish our mental, emotional and physical well-being is essential to becoming and being our best selves. Self-care is the most important thing we can do for ourselves and those we care for, yet it is often overlooked or pushed aside because of pressing priorities. I commend you for taking this step towards self-care or to help a loved one.
Taking time to nourish our mental, emotional and physical well-being is essential to becoming and being our best selves. Self-care is the most important thing we can do for ourselves and those we care for, yet it is often overlooked or pushed aside because of pressing priorities. I commend you for taking this step towards self-care or to help a loved one.
(380) 205-2450 View (380) 205-2450
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Nexus Counseling Group, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Gahanna, OH 43230
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or needing direction with personal or professional relationships? I will help to teach you the necessary tools to healthier relationships, greater mental well-being, becoming more efficient at home and work and finally have a more positive outlook on the future. I have a variety of experience which has only helped my ability of becoming an effective therapist.
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed or needing direction with personal or professional relationships? I will help to teach you the necessary tools to healthier relationships, greater mental well-being, becoming more efficient at home and work and finally have a more positive outlook on the future. I have a variety of experience which has only helped my ability of becoming an effective therapist.
(614) 472-8341 View (614) 472-8341

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Number of Therapists in Willard, OH

< 10

Therapists in Willard, OH who prioritize treating:

100% Depression
100% Anxiety
100% Grief
100% Trauma and PTSD
100% Coping Skills
100% Women's Issues
100% Stress

Average years in practice

23 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

100% Aetna
100% BlueCross and BlueShield
100% Cigna and Evernorth

How Therapists in Willard, OH see their clients

50% In Person and Online
50% Online Only

Gender breakdown

100% Female
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Willard?

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.

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.

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.