Therapists in Chicago, IL
![Photo of Tracie Coleman, MSW, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c21d6cd3-733b-459e-a2e9-83dffdaae8b6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tracie Coleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60616 (Online Only)
Do you find that you or someone you know is struggling with mood issues, school/work, or other trauma? Are you or someone you know struggling to cope with fears of failure, anxiety, or defeat? Or do you or someone you know struggle with frequent stress, sadness, and lack of communication? Trying to understand societal and life pressures can be difficult, as well as emotionally, mentally, and physically exhausting, especially for kids, teens, and young adults. Remembering that asking for help and support for yourself, and or someone you know is important because you are not alone in this.
Do you find that you or someone you know is struggling with mood issues, school/work, or other trauma? Are you or someone you know struggling to cope with fears of failure, anxiety, or defeat? Or do you or someone you know struggle with frequent stress, sadness, and lack of communication? Trying to understand societal and life pressures can be difficult, as well as emotionally, mentally, and physically exhausting, especially for kids, teens, and young adults. Remembering that asking for help and support for yourself, and or someone you know is important because you are not alone in this.
![Photo of Stacie Carr, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/852bfda9-0d3f-48d1-a6cf-750fd3687e3c/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Stacie Carr, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. I have had my clinical license for 13 years and I have experience working with children, adults, and adolescents in a clinical setting. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
My name is Stacie Carr, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois. I have had my clinical license for 13 years and I have experience working with children, adults, and adolescents in a clinical setting. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
![Photo of Melissa Buchmeier, PsyD, HSP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ef228011-a956-4aed-9264-ff1f8e7b4b60/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sometimes we need the kind of help that comes from talking to a professional who is a compassionate and skilled listener. My approach to psychotherapy involves a collaborative relationship with opportunities for you to know and understand yourself better, work through deeper issues and difficult emotions caused by experiences in relationships (past/present), and manage stress effectively. All of this allows you to live your life more fully. I also offer mindfulness skills and meditation practices, which promote healing in the body, alleviate anxiety and depression, and help one cope with stress adaptively.
Sometimes we need the kind of help that comes from talking to a professional who is a compassionate and skilled listener. My approach to psychotherapy involves a collaborative relationship with opportunities for you to know and understand yourself better, work through deeper issues and difficult emotions caused by experiences in relationships (past/present), and manage stress effectively. All of this allows you to live your life more fully. I also offer mindfulness skills and meditation practices, which promote healing in the body, alleviate anxiety and depression, and help one cope with stress adaptively.
![Photo of Lujuana Allen-Lightfoot, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c6c6031d-74da-41e2-b935-fdd7f5ab53f7/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lujuana Allen-Lightfoot
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60630 (Online Only)
Everyone can use a little help when things get complicated; conflict is a part of everyday life. Therapy is a space to genuinely connect and develop a deeper understanding of yourself, your emotions, your experiences, and your thoughts. Making the decision to start therapy can be a hard one. Whether you’re looking to work through trauma, relationship concerns, anxiety, or difficult emotions; my goal is to help you reach your highest potential, while helping you work through any barriers or obstacles along the way.
Everyone can use a little help when things get complicated; conflict is a part of everyday life. Therapy is a space to genuinely connect and develop a deeper understanding of yourself, your emotions, your experiences, and your thoughts. Making the decision to start therapy can be a hard one. Whether you’re looking to work through trauma, relationship concerns, anxiety, or difficult emotions; my goal is to help you reach your highest potential, while helping you work through any barriers or obstacles along the way.
![Photo of Amy M Wilhelmi, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d2cb9144-360d-4158-a901-91282c628e2c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome to the transformative journey of emotional connection and healing in your relationship or future relationships. I'm Amy Wilhelmi, and I am an Emotionally Focused Couples, Family, and Individual Therapist. I also do EMDR and am Trauma and Attachment informed. I want to extend a warm and empathetic welcome to you and your partner as we embark on a path toward fostering deeper emotional bonds, understanding, and intimacy within your relationships.
Welcome to the transformative journey of emotional connection and healing in your relationship or future relationships. I'm Amy Wilhelmi, and I am an Emotionally Focused Couples, Family, and Individual Therapist. I also do EMDR and am Trauma and Attachment informed. I want to extend a warm and empathetic welcome to you and your partner as we embark on a path toward fostering deeper emotional bonds, understanding, and intimacy within your relationships.
![Photo of Marissa Bohrer, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/19386517-734d-43d9-83f5-36165e84cec4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Marissa Bohrer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60660 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Ready to get into it? Taking the first step into a therapeutic setting requires enormous vulnerability, as well as a great deal of strength, and I strive to make every client feel warm and welcomed. Therapy is an opportunity to create the change in your life that has always been possible – even if it may not feel that way to you right now. My therapeutic style is straightforward, honest, and goal-oriented, and more often than not, there is room for humor and laughter in a therapy session. I am currently licensed in IL and NJ!
Ready to get into it? Taking the first step into a therapeutic setting requires enormous vulnerability, as well as a great deal of strength, and I strive to make every client feel warm and welcomed. Therapy is an opportunity to create the change in your life that has always been possible – even if it may not feel that way to you right now. My therapeutic style is straightforward, honest, and goal-oriented, and more often than not, there is room for humor and laughter in a therapy session. I am currently licensed in IL and NJ!
![Photo of Andrea Jacobson, LSW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b4c79112-3bf3-4267-a052-6bf62a16c5ac/1/320x400.png)
My clinical work is informed through an integrative, client-centered approach. I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship that prioritizes safety, warmth, and acceptance in session. I am dedicated to working with individuals, families, and groups in a holistic manner, while focusing on clients’ strengths to cope with life-stressors and bravely execute change. My areas of interest and specialty include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relational conflict, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions.
My clinical work is informed through an integrative, client-centered approach. I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship that prioritizes safety, warmth, and acceptance in session. I am dedicated to working with individuals, families, and groups in a holistic manner, while focusing on clients’ strengths to cope with life-stressors and bravely execute change. My areas of interest and specialty include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relational conflict, trauma, self-esteem, and life transitions.
![Photo of Krystal Vazquez, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7e728600-faac-4698-82fe-5b2858c08595/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am Latina therapist passionate about providing mental health support to underprivileged communities and eliminating the negative stigma of mental health. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults who are looking for self growth, as well as athletes who are looking for additional support to enhance their performance. I offer Spanish speaking services and virtual sessions.
I am Latina therapist passionate about providing mental health support to underprivileged communities and eliminating the negative stigma of mental health. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults who are looking for self growth, as well as athletes who are looking for additional support to enhance their performance. I offer Spanish speaking services and virtual sessions.
![Photo of Madeline William - Adapt Psychological Services, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a68232c5-d1ed-4c8b-b6f7-bb03246aa93c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Do you identify as neurodivergent, such as autistic, ADHD, or otherwise? Do you notice key differences in the way you process information, communicate, and problem solve? Our therapists are well-versed in neurodivergent and LGBTQ issues, and are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment free of judgment or pretense. They are skilled at validating differences, supporting clients to create meaning, and helping to uncover their purpose and potential. You will be invited to speak candidly and explore your desires outside the bounds of rigid binaries and external expectations.
Do you identify as neurodivergent, such as autistic, ADHD, or otherwise? Do you notice key differences in the way you process information, communicate, and problem solve? Our therapists are well-versed in neurodivergent and LGBTQ issues, and are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment free of judgment or pretense. They are skilled at validating differences, supporting clients to create meaning, and helping to uncover their purpose and potential. You will be invited to speak candidly and explore your desires outside the bounds of rigid binaries and external expectations.
![Photo of Dr. Rachel V. Hill, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dadc6035-a51b-45f0-9ba4-9b754c3a6cda/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for over a decade, I am passionate about supporting clients in their personal growth and overcoming a range of mental health challenges. My approach to therapy is grounded in a warm, empathetic, and collaborative style, where I aim to empower clients as they make meaningful changes in their lives. My clinical specialties include anxiety, depression, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, relationship dynamics, communication, attachment, loss, life transitions, intimacy, parenting, school and work-related stress, self-esteem, and executive functioning skills.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for over a decade, I am passionate about supporting clients in their personal growth and overcoming a range of mental health challenges. My approach to therapy is grounded in a warm, empathetic, and collaborative style, where I aim to empower clients as they make meaningful changes in their lives. My clinical specialties include anxiety, depression, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, relationship dynamics, communication, attachment, loss, life transitions, intimacy, parenting, school and work-related stress, self-esteem, and executive functioning skills.
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Alex Ragsdale
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60602
Waitlist for new clients
As a relational therapist, I focus on supporting and witnessing clients in finding healing, connection, conflict resolution, and repair to ultimately build a life and relationships that honor their values and imagination. Therapy is an opportunity for liberation from dominant social narratives that don’t work for us as individuals or in our relationships, and I recognize the intergenerational and ongoing trauma of struggling against those dominant narratives. All relationships can benefit from this lens – whether they're romantic, platonic, brand new, long-term, with others, or with parts of yourself.
As a relational therapist, I focus on supporting and witnessing clients in finding healing, connection, conflict resolution, and repair to ultimately build a life and relationships that honor their values and imagination. Therapy is an opportunity for liberation from dominant social narratives that don’t work for us as individuals or in our relationships, and I recognize the intergenerational and ongoing trauma of struggling against those dominant narratives. All relationships can benefit from this lens – whether they're romantic, platonic, brand new, long-term, with others, or with parts of yourself.
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Are you looking to understand yourself better, clarify your values and make strides towards your desired life? I'd love to support you. I have extensive experience helping clients through eating disorder recovery (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and ARFID), body image, anxiety, grief and loss, and life transitions. I believe change is possible for every individual and that it’s easier to attain with support, skills and encouragement. I strive to create an accepting and non-judgmental environment where hard things can be explored and held with curiosity and compassion.
Are you looking to understand yourself better, clarify your values and make strides towards your desired life? I'd love to support you. I have extensive experience helping clients through eating disorder recovery (including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and ARFID), body image, anxiety, grief and loss, and life transitions. I believe change is possible for every individual and that it’s easier to attain with support, skills and encouragement. I strive to create an accepting and non-judgmental environment where hard things can be explored and held with curiosity and compassion.
![Photo of Michael Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9ed91e0e-717c-4243-a738-d284c16d33b9/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a Biracial Caribbean therapist, I am dedicated to making therapy accessible to all communities and reducing the stigma around mental health care. Through a compassionate and understanding therapeutic relationship, I aim to empower my clients to overcome cultural and societal barriers and achieve personal growth.
As a Biracial Caribbean therapist, I am dedicated to making therapy accessible to all communities and reducing the stigma around mental health care. Through a compassionate and understanding therapeutic relationship, I aim to empower my clients to overcome cultural and societal barriers and achieve personal growth.
![Photo of Erik Shookman, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8dc5ba2d-4ab0-41b2-aa0a-51629e370fe5/1/320x400.jpeg)
Erik Shookman is a Licensed Social Worker who has experience working with adults and adolescents from all walks of life. He specializes in addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, OCD, relationships and addiction. Erik strongly believes that the foundation of any successful treatment is built upon the therapeutic alliance between client and therapist. He takes a holistic approach to therapy and takes great pride in the working relationships that he cultivates with his clients. He strives to make his clients feel safe, seen, and understood.
Erik Shookman is a Licensed Social Worker who has experience working with adults and adolescents from all walks of life. He specializes in addressing issues related to depression, anxiety, OCD, relationships and addiction. Erik strongly believes that the foundation of any successful treatment is built upon the therapeutic alliance between client and therapist. He takes a holistic approach to therapy and takes great pride in the working relationships that he cultivates with his clients. He strives to make his clients feel safe, seen, and understood.
![Photo of Sydney Rinehart, MSW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f572b025-f137-4d6e-accc-74bf0ba50c48/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a trauma and couples therapist, I work with survivors of sexual and interpersonal violence and those impacted by traumatic generational cycles or systemic oppression. Depression, anxiety, issues with focus and attention, rumination, chronic pain, identity crisis, and relationship issues act as alarms that tell us things need to change. Seeking therapy can be an empowering first step in reclaiming trust in yourself, your body, and your relationships. In couples therapy, we will work on communication, rebuilding intimacy and sexuality, and creating security and stability while ditching social scripts that don't serve you anymore.
As a trauma and couples therapist, I work with survivors of sexual and interpersonal violence and those impacted by traumatic generational cycles or systemic oppression. Depression, anxiety, issues with focus and attention, rumination, chronic pain, identity crisis, and relationship issues act as alarms that tell us things need to change. Seeking therapy can be an empowering first step in reclaiming trust in yourself, your body, and your relationships. In couples therapy, we will work on communication, rebuilding intimacy and sexuality, and creating security and stability while ditching social scripts that don't serve you anymore.
![Photo of Sarah Novak, LISW-S, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/eff626f7-a495-48ed-86ef-f6cb61914a37/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah Novak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60607 (Online Only)
Do you hold yourself to a standard that always seems to be out of reach? Are you feeling preoccupied with trying to control outcomes by every means necessary? Let’s work together to restore balance and embrace imperfection. Striving for perfection is exhausting and often comes at a toll to our personal relationships and our self-worth. We’re sometimes driven by the fear of negative judgment and inadequacy and many times looking for acceptance from others. It’s possible to get back to a place where dissatisfaction and self-doubt are released.
Do you hold yourself to a standard that always seems to be out of reach? Are you feeling preoccupied with trying to control outcomes by every means necessary? Let’s work together to restore balance and embrace imperfection. Striving for perfection is exhausting and often comes at a toll to our personal relationships and our self-worth. We’re sometimes driven by the fear of negative judgment and inadequacy and many times looking for acceptance from others. It’s possible to get back to a place where dissatisfaction and self-doubt are released.
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Dena Sidmore-Seyer
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60606 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm an IL Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and board Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with my Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Drake University. I have 15 years experience providing therapy in inpatient, community, home, and remote settings. I have worked with clients across the lifespan; however, I've found most children are best served with play therapy, which I do not know how to provide in a remote setting. I understand the difficulties of managing work, school, and personal relationships.
Hi, I'm an IL Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and board Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with my Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Drake University. I have 15 years experience providing therapy in inpatient, community, home, and remote settings. I have worked with clients across the lifespan; however, I've found most children are best served with play therapy, which I do not know how to provide in a remote setting. I understand the difficulties of managing work, school, and personal relationships.
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My clinical work focuses on fostering strength and resiliency throughout peoples life. My immigration story as a psychologist involves overcoming many adversities, which has only fueled my passion for helping others. I am not one to shy away from adversity or back down from obstacles, and I work diligently and with credence, being prepared to be unprepared. My multicultural awareness informs my therapeutic approach in terms of building connections. My unique clinical attribute is undoubtedly my passion, intrinsic motivation and my ability to help make any client feel comfortable in the therapeutic environment.
My clinical work focuses on fostering strength and resiliency throughout peoples life. My immigration story as a psychologist involves overcoming many adversities, which has only fueled my passion for helping others. I am not one to shy away from adversity or back down from obstacles, and I work diligently and with credence, being prepared to be unprepared. My multicultural awareness informs my therapeutic approach in terms of building connections. My unique clinical attribute is undoubtedly my passion, intrinsic motivation and my ability to help make any client feel comfortable in the therapeutic environment.
![Photo of Erin Fisher, MSW, LSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4075f737-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Erin Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60647
I am passionate about my work as a therapist, specializing in practice with with children, teenagers, young adults, and parents. I believe that while kids are doing the best they can, they cannot always recognize the tools within them that they need to thrive. I work to help children and families utilize their strengths, develop insight and understanding into their struggles, and give them tools to help find balance.
I am passionate about my work as a therapist, specializing in practice with with children, teenagers, young adults, and parents. I believe that while kids are doing the best they can, they cannot always recognize the tools within them that they need to thrive. I work to help children and families utilize their strengths, develop insight and understanding into their struggles, and give them tools to help find balance.
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Psychotherapy is an effective way for individuals to make significant personal life changes. I partner with my clients to identify the concerns and experiences that have led them to seek psychotherapy. Together we create a treatment plan that identifies ideals and sets goals and realistic expectations for change. Fostering resilience in the face of adversity, through a confidential therapeutic relationship we collaborate to break unhealthy patterns and create newer, more adaptive coping skills. With mutual commitment, honesty, trust, and humor, psychological, emotional, and functional personal change is achievable and sustainable.
Psychotherapy is an effective way for individuals to make significant personal life changes. I partner with my clients to identify the concerns and experiences that have led them to seek psychotherapy. Together we create a treatment plan that identifies ideals and sets goals and realistic expectations for change. Fostering resilience in the face of adversity, through a confidential therapeutic relationship we collaborate to break unhealthy patterns and create newer, more adaptive coping skills. With mutual commitment, honesty, trust, and humor, psychological, emotional, and functional personal change is achievable and sustainable.
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Number of Therapists in Chicago, IL
3,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Chicago, IL who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Life Transitions |
66% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
95% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
63% | Aetna |
50% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Chicago, IL see their clients
62% | In Person and Online | |
38% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
3% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Chicago?
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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.