Therapists in Nashville, TN
![Photo of Julian Moon, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0db64c52-f9cf-4b85-8836-7ba57fea20a8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Are you feeling disconnected, numb, overwhelmed by emotions, or simply unsure of what to do next? I am here to help. As a professional therapist, I employ a feminist/multicultural perspective that I believe encourages a fulfilling, empowered life. My approach involves finding a balance between choice and surrender, as I believe obtaining an individual's own sense of power can greatly enhance their overall life satisfaction.
Are you feeling disconnected, numb, overwhelmed by emotions, or simply unsure of what to do next? I am here to help. As a professional therapist, I employ a feminist/multicultural perspective that I believe encourages a fulfilling, empowered life. My approach involves finding a balance between choice and surrender, as I believe obtaining an individual's own sense of power can greatly enhance their overall life satisfaction.
![Photo of Sarah Detring, MS, LPC, MHSP, ACS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b7063e2c-a164-452a-808a-c207ccbe158f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah Detring
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHSP, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37204
My mission is to create a safe space for individuals to find healing, freedom, and self-acceptance. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, and am passionate about helping my clients regain confidence while beginning to love and trust themselves. I help my clients unlearn negative beliefs and begin to change relationship patterns that no longer serve them. I work well with people pleasers, people who struggle to set boundaries, or people who chronically sacrifice themselves for others. When we are able to know what we need and set limits in our relationships, we enhance our emotional well-being and our relationships become healthier.
My mission is to create a safe space for individuals to find healing, freedom, and self-acceptance. I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, and am passionate about helping my clients regain confidence while beginning to love and trust themselves. I help my clients unlearn negative beliefs and begin to change relationship patterns that no longer serve them. I work well with people pleasers, people who struggle to set boundaries, or people who chronically sacrifice themselves for others. When we are able to know what we need and set limits in our relationships, we enhance our emotional well-being and our relationships become healthier.
![Photo of Haley Kaplansky, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/19ab0f92-011a-4e26-87bc-5cc6d57851c9/3/320x400.jpeg)
If you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, or life changes, I'm here to listen and support you. I believe in acknowledging your experiences and their impact, and aim to help you find clarity and resilience. Let's work together to address the past, form meaningful connections, and navigate life's challenges, while also focusing on the present to help you feel grounded and connected.
If you're dealing with trauma, anxiety, or life changes, I'm here to listen and support you. I believe in acknowledging your experiences and their impact, and aim to help you find clarity and resilience. Let's work together to address the past, form meaningful connections, and navigate life's challenges, while also focusing on the present to help you feel grounded and connected.
![Photo of Joe M. Stevens, MEd, LPC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c51eb09d-b719-47f0-8fc3-4c8bd28c22e3/1/320x400.png)
I work best with professionals facing life transitions, such as graduation, job changes, or personal milestones. Whether you are grappling with your identity, performance issues, or feeling disconnected from mainstream culture, you can trust that I will provide a supportive, understanding environment to explore your emotions, relationships, and goals. My mission is to provide the guidance they need to navigate these challenges and empower them to grow, heal, and create the life you desire.
I work best with professionals facing life transitions, such as graduation, job changes, or personal milestones. Whether you are grappling with your identity, performance issues, or feeling disconnected from mainstream culture, you can trust that I will provide a supportive, understanding environment to explore your emotions, relationships, and goals. My mission is to provide the guidance they need to navigate these challenges and empower them to grow, heal, and create the life you desire.
![Photo of Ali Schaffer, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/88608e0d-e2d2-4688-8ff2-4c974062df63/2/320x400.jpeg)
I provide individual and group therapy for adults navigating life transitions, coping with health challenges, and desiring to live more fully. Whether you are at the beginning, stuck in the messy middle, or yearning for closure, I am ready to work with you to achieve your goals. You don't have to know the answers. All you have to do is be willing to show up and believe that change is possible. Together, through inquiry and with curiosity, we will engage in a dynamic, collaborative process to achieve clarity and lasting change. I will help you take meaningful action in your life.
I provide individual and group therapy for adults navigating life transitions, coping with health challenges, and desiring to live more fully. Whether you are at the beginning, stuck in the messy middle, or yearning for closure, I am ready to work with you to achieve your goals. You don't have to know the answers. All you have to do is be willing to show up and believe that change is possible. Together, through inquiry and with curiosity, we will engage in a dynamic, collaborative process to achieve clarity and lasting change. I will help you take meaningful action in your life.
![Photo of Michelle Coker, LPC, MHSP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d9e431f-2d43-40c3-af59-1faaccfbb967/2/320x400.jpeg)
Michelle Coker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37206
Many of my clients come to therapy because they don't feel confident, safe, or at peace in themselves, how they connect with others, or how they fit in the world. These areas are at the core of who you are and how you interact in the world. Often, these are related to trauma, or questions around identity. At times, it may be difficult to move forward and you may feel stuck. You may feel disconnected, unfulfilled, or overwhelmed. This can affect relationships, work, and your sense of self. It can be difficult to find your way back to yourself and the life you want to build. I'm passionate about helping people navigate this journey.
Many of my clients come to therapy because they don't feel confident, safe, or at peace in themselves, how they connect with others, or how they fit in the world. These areas are at the core of who you are and how you interact in the world. Often, these are related to trauma, or questions around identity. At times, it may be difficult to move forward and you may feel stuck. You may feel disconnected, unfulfilled, or overwhelmed. This can affect relationships, work, and your sense of self. It can be difficult to find your way back to yourself and the life you want to build. I'm passionate about helping people navigate this journey.
![Photo of Amy Narusas, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/13eff8eb-cd51-480f-837f-2e4dd4f71892/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Master of Social Work degree with a specialization in mental health and substance use disorders. I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings with adults struggling with co-morbid mental health and substance use disorders. I have a passion for continuing education and I enjoy learning about new techniques and research to provide evidence-based treatment and best practices. I am a big believer in finding balance within life’s ups and downs and I understand the importance of processing thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe and meaningful way.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Master of Social Work degree with a specialization in mental health and substance use disorders. I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings with adults struggling with co-morbid mental health and substance use disorders. I have a passion for continuing education and I enjoy learning about new techniques and research to provide evidence-based treatment and best practices. I am a big believer in finding balance within life’s ups and downs and I understand the importance of processing thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe and meaningful way.
![Photo of Jordan Lee, EdD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3ccf5e14-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/6/320x400.jpeg)
We all have an innate capacity to create a sense of well-being. Yet, the demands of our lives---difficult relationships, losses, disappointments, transitions---can cause feelings of helplessness or even despair. Vitality falls way to depression or anxiety or addictive behaviors. Therapy can be useful to better understand and manage the complexities of your life; to reclaim some vitality; to love, work, and play in ways that are more congruent with who you strive to be. With twenty five years of experience, I offer seasoned and compasssionate guidance as you define your specific goals and work toward inhabiting a truer version of yourself.
We all have an innate capacity to create a sense of well-being. Yet, the demands of our lives---difficult relationships, losses, disappointments, transitions---can cause feelings of helplessness or even despair. Vitality falls way to depression or anxiety or addictive behaviors. Therapy can be useful to better understand and manage the complexities of your life; to reclaim some vitality; to love, work, and play in ways that are more congruent with who you strive to be. With twenty five years of experience, I offer seasoned and compasssionate guidance as you define your specific goals and work toward inhabiting a truer version of yourself.
![Photo of Leslie Satchfield, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1f661f40-24a6-427d-a4b1-b4965e0271d1/1/320x400.jpeg)
I enjoy walking alongside girls, teens, and parents who are navigating through anxiety, depression, big emotions, life transitions, and other challenges individuals may face in their early years. I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients to reach their goals through a collaborative, mindful, and holistic approach; which is centered on trust, innovation, and safety. I want each client to feel empowered in reaching their goals. It is my goal to help you feel seen and heard throughout the therapeutic process.
I enjoy walking alongside girls, teens, and parents who are navigating through anxiety, depression, big emotions, life transitions, and other challenges individuals may face in their early years. I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients to reach their goals through a collaborative, mindful, and holistic approach; which is centered on trust, innovation, and safety. I want each client to feel empowered in reaching their goals. It is my goal to help you feel seen and heard throughout the therapeutic process.
![Photo of Kevilynn L Gatson, LPC, MHSP, AS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/74f248a8-7cbb-42cd-b9f2-34e76a9253a4/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kevilynn L Gatson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, AS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37214
Reflections Counseling Group was founded on the principle that everyone is capable of living a full and healthy life. It is not until we take the time to evaluate and reflect on life's experiences that we begin to live out the life we have and move towards the life we want. Taking an honest assessment of what is before us is where the work begins.
Reflections Counseling Group was founded on the principle that everyone is capable of living a full and healthy life. It is not until we take the time to evaluate and reflect on life's experiences that we begin to live out the life we have and move towards the life we want. Taking an honest assessment of what is before us is where the work begins.
![Photo of Verkita Washington, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/33a4b818-fa8c-4b0d-bc1e-bee068fc4a35/2/320x400.jpeg)
Verkita Washington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37215
"All things are created twice; first mentally; then physically. The key to creativity is to begin with the end in mind, with a vision and a blueprint of the desired result." --- Stephen Covey Life is full of wonderful opportunities and experiences in which many can be obtained by you. Achieving your life’s goals all start with you; however, these goals will be met with challenges. These challenges are inevitable but doable. Having a therapist to help navigate these obstacles has been proven to help with one’s overall well-being.
"All things are created twice; first mentally; then physically. The key to creativity is to begin with the end in mind, with a vision and a blueprint of the desired result." --- Stephen Covey Life is full of wonderful opportunities and experiences in which many can be obtained by you. Achieving your life’s goals all start with you; however, these goals will be met with challenges. These challenges are inevitable but doable. Having a therapist to help navigate these obstacles has been proven to help with one’s overall well-being.
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How do you learn to accept and love yourself, letting go of shame and self-doubt, so you can become fully and authentically you? How do you overcome trauma and regulate your emotions? How do you love others and set healthy boundaries? These are questions I can help you answer. My approach is warm and affirming; l enter each session with openness, curiosity, and a trauma informed lens. While I provide clinical expertise, I honor that you are the expert on yourself, your values, and your culture. I strive to meet you where you are, working together to make decisions about your treatment.
How do you learn to accept and love yourself, letting go of shame and self-doubt, so you can become fully and authentically you? How do you overcome trauma and regulate your emotions? How do you love others and set healthy boundaries? These are questions I can help you answer. My approach is warm and affirming; l enter each session with openness, curiosity, and a trauma informed lens. While I provide clinical expertise, I honor that you are the expert on yourself, your values, and your culture. I strive to meet you where you are, working together to make decisions about your treatment.
![Photo of Anna Ezell, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46ea154d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Whether you are seeking to increase your overall well-being, improve your relationships, or are encountering significant life challenges, I am here to assist you in achieving your personal goals. It is my belief that therapy is an empowering resource that can help you re-author your life. It would be my privilege to work with you in a supportive alliance guided by open respect and acceptance. I am dedicated to providing clients with a supportive environment where therapy sessions are collaborative, engaging and tailored to the individuals unique needs. I approach our work together with curiosity, empathy and humor.
Whether you are seeking to increase your overall well-being, improve your relationships, or are encountering significant life challenges, I am here to assist you in achieving your personal goals. It is my belief that therapy is an empowering resource that can help you re-author your life. It would be my privilege to work with you in a supportive alliance guided by open respect and acceptance. I am dedicated to providing clients with a supportive environment where therapy sessions are collaborative, engaging and tailored to the individuals unique needs. I approach our work together with curiosity, empathy and humor.
![Photo of Clancy Kiener, LMFT, MAR, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/77edfb2e-9493-4b6b-bd1b-20a514cb5285/2/320x400.jpeg)
Clancy Kiener
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MAR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Sessions are offered via telehealth or in person. I have over 15 years of experience and work with a wide demographic. I will work with you to discover where you would like to be and how to get there. Call for an appointment and we can discuss your path.
Sessions are offered via telehealth or in person. I have over 15 years of experience and work with a wide demographic. I will work with you to discover where you would like to be and how to get there. Call for an appointment and we can discuss your path.
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Mary Beth Heaney-Gárate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37212
Welcome New Clients! Saturday & Sunday appointments available. I believe in the resilience of people who are doing the best they can and want better. You are capable. I've helped clients navigate challenges in their relationships, families, school & workplace. Together, we've addressed: anxiety & depression; substance use; grief, stress, & burnout; abandonment & neglect, shame & self-confidence; and trauma including rape, sexual assault, and child sexual abuse. I also provide licensure supervision. My mission is to ensure you feel heard, supported, & empowered to achieve your goals and experience your best life.
Welcome New Clients! Saturday & Sunday appointments available. I believe in the resilience of people who are doing the best they can and want better. You are capable. I've helped clients navigate challenges in their relationships, families, school & workplace. Together, we've addressed: anxiety & depression; substance use; grief, stress, & burnout; abandonment & neglect, shame & self-confidence; and trauma including rape, sexual assault, and child sexual abuse. I also provide licensure supervision. My mission is to ensure you feel heard, supported, & empowered to achieve your goals and experience your best life.
![Photo of Katy Q. Hurst - Katy Hurst Counseling & Associates, LLC, MEd, LPC, MHSP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9b2a1f2f-f218-4b89-9272-fd1d98b3c651/1/320x400.jpeg)
Katy Hurst Counseling & Associates, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
Are you tired of constantly trying to heal? Does it feel like other people got a handbook on how to handle emotions, relationships, and work-life balance, but you were left off the list? At this point, you may even have a laundry list of diagnoses - Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, Autism, disordered eating - but you struggle to find success through traditional therapy. If this is you, we need to chat!
Are you tired of constantly trying to heal? Does it feel like other people got a handbook on how to handle emotions, relationships, and work-life balance, but you were left off the list? At this point, you may even have a laundry list of diagnoses - Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, Autism, disordered eating - but you struggle to find success through traditional therapy. If this is you, we need to chat!
![Photo of Morgan Watts Guthrie, MTS, MEd, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47907492-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Morgan Watts Guthrie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MTS, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37206
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, worry, and insecurity, frustrated with themselves for repeating patterns that get in the way of having meaningful relationships. When you’re feeling stuck and hopeless, it’s especially hard to feel compassion for yourself. One of the beautiful things about therapy is that it is a space where someone else can hold compassion and hope for you until you are able to hold it for yourself.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, worry, and insecurity, frustrated with themselves for repeating patterns that get in the way of having meaningful relationships. When you’re feeling stuck and hopeless, it’s especially hard to feel compassion for yourself. One of the beautiful things about therapy is that it is a space where someone else can hold compassion and hope for you until you are able to hold it for yourself.
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Jennifer Woodruff - NOCD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37209 (Online Only)
I recognize that everyone has unique situations and struggles that brought them to where they are today. My goal is to empower people with the tools they need to move beyond the place where they're stuck. At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling). Our understanding of the nuances of OCD and related conditions enables us to treat them properly. We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
I recognize that everyone has unique situations and struggles that brought them to where they are today. My goal is to empower people with the tools they need to move beyond the place where they're stuck. At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling). Our understanding of the nuances of OCD and related conditions enables us to treat them properly. We have received training in evidence-based treatments, including Exposure Response and Prevention (ERP) therapy—the gold standard treatment for OCD.
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William Feck
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, MHSP, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37207
My treatment philosophy centers on understanding addiction within the framework of relational patterns. I recognize that addiction often stems from deeper emotional wounds and dysfunctional relational dynamics.
My treatment philosophy centers on understanding addiction within the framework of relational patterns. I recognize that addiction often stems from deeper emotional wounds and dysfunctional relational dynamics.
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Ariel Lowe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37208
You do not have to live the way you’ve always lived. The suffering does not have to persist. You can choose yourself. This thing called life offers unexpected obstacles that cause a course change. Therapy enables us to feel empowered to overcome our barriers. We must self-search and manage internal issues to obtain that empowered position. There is no point to a bandaid approach, so we would work on the deeper issues that cause presenting problems, like unhealthy attachments and trauma. These are the sources of anxious thinking, depression, and addictions. I am EMDR trained, which helps us to address the original issues.
You do not have to live the way you’ve always lived. The suffering does not have to persist. You can choose yourself. This thing called life offers unexpected obstacles that cause a course change. Therapy enables us to feel empowered to overcome our barriers. We must self-search and manage internal issues to obtain that empowered position. There is no point to a bandaid approach, so we would work on the deeper issues that cause presenting problems, like unhealthy attachments and trauma. These are the sources of anxious thinking, depression, and addictions. I am EMDR trained, which helps us to address the original issues.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Nashville, TN
2,000+
Average cost per session
$145
Therapists in Nashville, TN who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
84% | Depression |
77% | Relationship Issues |
77% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Coping Skills |
68% | Stress |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
77% | Aetna |
76% | Cigna and Evernorth |
65% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Nashville, TN see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Nashville?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.