Therapists in Norwood, PA
![Photo of Angela Pote, LPC, NCC , ADHD-CS, PhD (s), Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2b1a255d-3af5-4515-85da-c38d7ba24d7d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Angela Pote
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC , ADHD-CS, PhD (s)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwood, PA 19074
Whether you are struggling from trauma, anxiety, depression, seeking an ADHD diagnosis, or interpersonal relationships, it is easy at times to lose sight of who you are and not have the ability to find yourself. Angela’s approach to therapy is trauma-informed where she always prioritizes your emotional safety during therapy. Offering gentle guidance to aid you while working within the therapeutic relationship that will help you reach your goals. Angela focuses on helping her clients develop a life that is balanced concentrating on mental, physical, spiritual, social, and emotional wellness.
Whether you are struggling from trauma, anxiety, depression, seeking an ADHD diagnosis, or interpersonal relationships, it is easy at times to lose sight of who you are and not have the ability to find yourself. Angela’s approach to therapy is trauma-informed where she always prioritizes your emotional safety during therapy. Offering gentle guidance to aid you while working within the therapeutic relationship that will help you reach your goals. Angela focuses on helping her clients develop a life that is balanced concentrating on mental, physical, spiritual, social, and emotional wellness.
![Photo of Benjamin Kessler, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/023f26b4-30a5-4f82-a224-b607b205cf89/2/320x400.jpeg)
Benjamin Kessler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwood, PA 19074 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like life is moving quickly and it can be hard to catch up and slow down? Do things seem overwhelming or stressful in your life? Is there a lot of changes happening and you aren't sure how to navigate them? I have experience working with a variety of people who all have different journeys. Passionate about helping people work through their journey's. Asking for help can be challenging and intimidating, however, it is a big first step!
Do you ever feel like life is moving quickly and it can be hard to catch up and slow down? Do things seem overwhelming or stressful in your life? Is there a lot of changes happening and you aren't sure how to navigate them? I have experience working with a variety of people who all have different journeys. Passionate about helping people work through their journey's. Asking for help can be challenging and intimidating, however, it is a big first step!
![Photo of Liz Green, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7371c1f3-1c55-4257-9ec5-0a64534415fa/1/320x400.jpeg)
Liz Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwood, PA 19074 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes the people in our lives just don’t get it. Our lives don't often offer the non-judgmental space to work through trauma, heartache, and overwhelming stress. Talking with a therapist is different from talking with a friend or family member because you are free of obligations and responsibility. It is all about you, and I will ask helpful questions, point out connections and patterns, and simply give you space to put yourself first and talk through your experiences.
Sometimes the people in our lives just don’t get it. Our lives don't often offer the non-judgmental space to work through trauma, heartache, and overwhelming stress. Talking with a therapist is different from talking with a friend or family member because you are free of obligations and responsibility. It is all about you, and I will ask helpful questions, point out connections and patterns, and simply give you space to put yourself first and talk through your experiences.
![Photo of Jill Schott, PhD, LPC, LPCMH, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7cab0a09-a1f2-4d76-b9f6-63ddcf2ec7ee/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jill Schott
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LPCMH, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norwood, PA 19074
Life is hard. It doesn't come with instructions. Sometimes it feels like you're on a roller coaster ride. If you are feeling the need to stop the ride and get off, let's work together to help you get back on solid ground. I believe that building trust and being comfortable are essential to the therapeutic relationship and will work to ensure that a safe space is created to allow you to do the work you need to do.
Life is hard. It doesn't come with instructions. Sometimes it feels like you're on a roller coaster ride. If you are feeling the need to stop the ride and get off, let's work together to help you get back on solid ground. I believe that building trust and being comfortable are essential to the therapeutic relationship and will work to ensure that a safe space is created to allow you to do the work you need to do.
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![Photo of Leah Spyker, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/88867102-898c-42e1-ae67-cca6cc225d91/2/320x400.png)
I specialize in Substance Use, Anxiety, & Grief. Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it's okay to seek support. Whether you're navigating through difficult emotions, facing challenges in relationships, or simply need someone to listen, know that you're not alone. My ideal client is someone who wants to begin their treatment journey. They might be nervous or scared to begin, but they have made their first step to at least try.
I specialize in Substance Use, Anxiety, & Grief. Life can feel overwhelming at times, and it's okay to seek support. Whether you're navigating through difficult emotions, facing challenges in relationships, or simply need someone to listen, know that you're not alone. My ideal client is someone who wants to begin their treatment journey. They might be nervous or scared to begin, but they have made their first step to at least try.
![Photo of Robert Heasley, PhD, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c8fa181-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work with individuals and couples to create positive changes in their lives. This includes those struggling in areas such as self-esteem, intimacy, addressing emotional needs, healing from past hurts/trauma, a history of neglect or abuse, or challenges regarding gender and sexuality. I work with couples, straight/lesbian/gay, who are working on their relationship, whether as a result of an affair, or realizing differences that keep them from being close. My research focuses on men and the effects of expectations on men’s lives. Pursuing therapy represents a longing to heal. My work is about supporting that process.
I work with individuals and couples to create positive changes in their lives. This includes those struggling in areas such as self-esteem, intimacy, addressing emotional needs, healing from past hurts/trauma, a history of neglect or abuse, or challenges regarding gender and sexuality. I work with couples, straight/lesbian/gay, who are working on their relationship, whether as a result of an affair, or realizing differences that keep them from being close. My research focuses on men and the effects of expectations on men’s lives. Pursuing therapy represents a longing to heal. My work is about supporting that process.
![Photo of Danielle Chesney, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/481b0a7d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
You were fine...and then life happened. Death, divorce, children, retirement, the relationship - whatever it was for you, it turned your world upside down. While you used to pride yourself in "having it together," now you feel lost, depressed, overwhelmed and helpless. You are angry at yourself and others because you can't "move on." All you want to do is feel like "YOU" again, but you secretly wonder if that's even possible. It is possible. I can help you cope with the painful parts of life and feel in control again.
You were fine...and then life happened. Death, divorce, children, retirement, the relationship - whatever it was for you, it turned your world upside down. While you used to pride yourself in "having it together," now you feel lost, depressed, overwhelmed and helpless. You are angry at yourself and others because you can't "move on." All you want to do is feel like "YOU" again, but you secretly wonder if that's even possible. It is possible. I can help you cope with the painful parts of life and feel in control again.
![Photo of Diane C Stowe, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c316f7f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you willing to get to know yourself better? Are you willing to learn more about why you do the things you do, to be thoughtful about yourself? Are you willing to change? Are you willing to accept that some changes come easier than others? If so, I will listen and assist you with this. Sometimes it is a matter of learning simple techniques and other times it is a matter of getting to know yourself better, gaining a new perspective, and making new choices by experimenting with new or other ideas and behaviors to see what works for you now.
Are you willing to get to know yourself better? Are you willing to learn more about why you do the things you do, to be thoughtful about yourself? Are you willing to change? Are you willing to accept that some changes come easier than others? If so, I will listen and assist you with this. Sometimes it is a matter of learning simple techniques and other times it is a matter of getting to know yourself better, gaining a new perspective, and making new choices by experimenting with new or other ideas and behaviors to see what works for you now.
![Photo of Kateryna Dukenski, PsyD, MA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/06ab622d-6951-40a4-aa77-ba4960f97bca/3/320x400.jpeg)
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience in providing individual and couples psychotherapy. I focus on relationships, first and foremost, on the one you have with yourself. The work I do in my practice is about restoring the flow of love in relationships where it got stuck due to childhood wounds, individual or collective trauma. When seen or unseen family stories we follow in our lives are brought to the day light and reprocessed together, a new life energy and a new story can start unfolding. I tend to track emotion, body, history and what happens in here and now of each session closely as we work.
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience in providing individual and couples psychotherapy. I focus on relationships, first and foremost, on the one you have with yourself. The work I do in my practice is about restoring the flow of love in relationships where it got stuck due to childhood wounds, individual or collective trauma. When seen or unseen family stories we follow in our lives are brought to the day light and reprocessed together, a new life energy and a new story can start unfolding. I tend to track emotion, body, history and what happens in here and now of each session closely as we work.
![Photo of Eric Shimoyama, MS, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5feaffb0-ea95-419f-8912-1a120ed9e302/2/320x400.jpeg)
My clients are adolescents, adults & couples who are active participants in their own healing, with us exploring relational and interpersonal challenges that have prevented you from having the confidence that you need to cope and thrive. I specialize in helping couples find their way back to the love that they once experienced before challenges like infidelity and conflict got in the way.
My clients are adolescents, adults & couples who are active participants in their own healing, with us exploring relational and interpersonal challenges that have prevented you from having the confidence that you need to cope and thrive. I specialize in helping couples find their way back to the love that they once experienced before challenges like infidelity and conflict got in the way.
![Photo of Lauren Farley, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/753bca8e-75a1-4ef3-bf45-ec5b1c072b13/1/320x400.png)
Lauren Farley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
I work with all ages and make it a point to meet my clients where they are at presently and work on making goals to help improve their overall quality of life. I have worked as a therapist for over fifteen years with children and adolescents specifically with a focus on finding ways to combat symptoms of ADHD , depression and anxiety. I have also worked with the adult population for several years and have been successful in guiding them in taking significant steps towards overcoming depression, anxiety and mending issues in their relationships and helping them make changes in their family or work environments.
I work with all ages and make it a point to meet my clients where they are at presently and work on making goals to help improve their overall quality of life. I have worked as a therapist for over fifteen years with children and adolescents specifically with a focus on finding ways to combat symptoms of ADHD , depression and anxiety. I have also worked with the adult population for several years and have been successful in guiding them in taking significant steps towards overcoming depression, anxiety and mending issues in their relationships and helping them make changes in their family or work environments.
![Photo of Mary Ellen Griffin, MA , NCC , LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/852d3084-02fc-450f-bed1-15a8dadd77c1/2/320x400.png)
Mary Ellen Griffin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , NCC , LPC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Are you struggling with a life transition, stressors, anxiety, or depression? Are you a college student having a difficult time adjusting to their first year in college, a young adult/adult working through career, family, relationship, or personal discovery stressors, or someone who is struggling with depression and finds they have a general lack of motivation?
Are you struggling with a life transition, stressors, anxiety, or depression? Are you a college student having a difficult time adjusting to their first year in college, a young adult/adult working through career, family, relationship, or personal discovery stressors, or someone who is struggling with depression and finds they have a general lack of motivation?
![Photo of Lizzie Birmingham, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3a0cf891-bffe-44c9-94fd-bad33c5b9aef/2/320x400.png)
My ideal population is adults struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress, or substance use - however I believe that everyone deserves to have a therapist who is dedicated to them, and I would never turn away a client unless their needs were out of my scope of practice. My ideal client is someone who is motivated for therapy and is willing to learn.
My ideal population is adults struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress, or substance use - however I believe that everyone deserves to have a therapist who is dedicated to them, and I would never turn away a client unless their needs were out of my scope of practice. My ideal client is someone who is motivated for therapy and is willing to learn.
![Photo of Inez Garrette-Lloyd, RN, MFT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2e02f5d2-c351-4ff6-9261-2d2023bdd453/1/320x400.jpeg)
Inez Garrette-Lloyd
Pre-Licensed Professional, RN, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodlyn, PA 19094 (Online Only)
You may be feeling that the world is closing in on you, because life's pressures are so overwhelming, and you're ready for a change. Panic attacks, anxiety, trauma, or your relationships may be getting the best of you, or you are struggling to help your child manage feelings of anxiety. It feels that your relationships or even life in general could use an overhaul, because the challenges you have faced are beyond what you expected. You know that feeling better is possible, but you forget what feeling good is like. More than anything, you no longer want to do it alone, and you are ready to bring peace & calm into your life.
You may be feeling that the world is closing in on you, because life's pressures are so overwhelming, and you're ready for a change. Panic attacks, anxiety, trauma, or your relationships may be getting the best of you, or you are struggling to help your child manage feelings of anxiety. It feels that your relationships or even life in general could use an overhaul, because the challenges you have faced are beyond what you expected. You know that feeling better is possible, but you forget what feeling good is like. More than anything, you no longer want to do it alone, and you are ready to bring peace & calm into your life.
![Photo of Gene R Purdie Jr, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4dd5c8f6-a381-4e89-a405-8b9a2211308b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Gene R Purdie Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in mental health, relationships, and addiction recovery. I collaborate with young adults, couples, and families to move beyond seeming impasses and engage fulfilled and connected lives. My approach includes identifying the message behind uncomfortable emotions and problematic behaviors, disconnecting from unhelpful thoughts and self-judgements, and exploring alternative perspectives through use of relatable (and often humorous) analogies.
I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in mental health, relationships, and addiction recovery. I collaborate with young adults, couples, and families to move beyond seeming impasses and engage fulfilled and connected lives. My approach includes identifying the message behind uncomfortable emotions and problematic behaviors, disconnecting from unhelpful thoughts and self-judgements, and exploring alternative perspectives through use of relatable (and often humorous) analogies.
![Photo of Gregory J Estadt - Estadt Psychological Services, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5092e569-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Estadt Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Swarthmore, PA 19081
We are a group of psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors who work with individuals, couples, and families. We competently treat and welcome all age groups, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. We tailor our treatment to your individual needs in a supportive environment, drawing on highly effective and well-supported interventions. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, insomnia, ADHD, and interpersonal problems are some of the many issues with which we can help. We also offer psychological evaluations for adult ADHD, and therapy in German, Spanish, and Hebrew.
We are a group of psychologists, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and professional counselors who work with individuals, couples, and families. We competently treat and welcome all age groups, sexual orientations, and ethnicities. We tailor our treatment to your individual needs in a supportive environment, drawing on highly effective and well-supported interventions. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, insomnia, ADHD, and interpersonal problems are some of the many issues with which we can help. We also offer psychological evaluations for adult ADHD, and therapy in German, Spanish, and Hebrew.
![Photo of Lillian Rozin, LCSW, CYT, MFA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cc6feba-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/5/320x400.jpeg)
Thank you for considering me as your therapist! I am very interactive, utilize humor, my own experience, and a lot of mindfulness in my approach. I am trained in yoga and other meditation techniques, and often integrate that background into the therapeutic process. I believe that you are the expert of yourself, and my role is to accompany you in recognizing and owning that. I will help you not only understand why you are suffering, but also learn tools from many different traditions for dealing with life's challenges. I specialize in helping motivated people navigate the challenging changes in life.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist! I am very interactive, utilize humor, my own experience, and a lot of mindfulness in my approach. I am trained in yoga and other meditation techniques, and often integrate that background into the therapeutic process. I believe that you are the expert of yourself, and my role is to accompany you in recognizing and owning that. I will help you not only understand why you are suffering, but also learn tools from many different traditions for dealing with life's challenges. I specialize in helping motivated people navigate the challenging changes in life.
![Photo of Joe Alvayero, MA, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4e90b109-f836-4ec5-b8b8-07576e09fe16/1/320x400.jpeg)
Joe Alvayero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Swarthmore, PA 19081 (Online Only)
I earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, complementing my double major in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I offer counseling services and mental health support to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in Sports Psychology as a designated provider for the Philadelphia Eagles and use the evidence-based Eco-Systemic Family Therapy Model to help families, couples, and individuals achieve their treatment goals.
I earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, complementing my double major in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I offer counseling services and mental health support to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in Sports Psychology as a designated provider for the Philadelphia Eagles and use the evidence-based Eco-Systemic Family Therapy Model to help families, couples, and individuals achieve their treatment goals.
![Photo of Rebekah Perez - Aurora Behavioral Health Services, LPC, CAS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a9599a8b-0596-4b48-99d4-dd243fd12ca0/1/320x400.jpeg)
Aurora Behavioral Health Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAS
Verified Verified
Folcroft, PA 19032
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed professional counselor in both PA and NJ with a degree in counseling, trauma and crisis. I am also a Certified Autism Specialist who works with the neurodiverse population and sensory processing disorder. Everyone is unique and therefore should be treated according to his/her needs, abilities, and goals. Meeting you where you are is key!
I am a licensed professional counselor in both PA and NJ with a degree in counseling, trauma and crisis. I am also a Certified Autism Specialist who works with the neurodiverse population and sensory processing disorder. Everyone is unique and therefore should be treated according to his/her needs, abilities, and goals. Meeting you where you are is key!
![Photo of Hilary Kratz, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a5e017b3-2160-44bf-a508-4ed6fb9e3578/1/320x400.png)
I'm a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing assessment and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I specialize in the evidence-based treatment of anxiety, OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (e.g., hair-pulling, skin-picking), tic disorders, and related concerns among youth, as well as supporting parents through parenting challenges and stress. I am based in the greater Philadelphia region and currently provide telehealth services to Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware residents.
I'm a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience providing assessment and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. I specialize in the evidence-based treatment of anxiety, OCD, body-focused repetitive behaviors (e.g., hair-pulling, skin-picking), tic disorders, and related concerns among youth, as well as supporting parents through parenting challenges and stress. I am based in the greater Philadelphia region and currently provide telehealth services to Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware residents.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Norwood, PA
< 10
Therapists in Norwood, PA who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Family Conflict |
100% | Life Transitions |
75% | Depression |
75% | Grief |
75% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
16 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
100% | Humana |
How Therapists in Norwood, PA see their clients
50% | In Person and Online | |
50% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
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The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
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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.