Therapists in Traverse City, MI
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Cindy Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49696 (Online Only)
I believe that counseling is a collaboration between client and therapist. I combine both traditional therapy techniques (CBT, DBT, etc.) with the knowledge that each member brings about themselves to help them create the best rest of their lives. Humor, feedback, support, skill building and education are all used in this collaboration. Warning: I give homework! I use lots of humor in therapy. Some of the issues I am adept at working with are: Pet Loss/Grief, People Loss/Grief, Native American Issues, Menopause, Neurodiversity and Introvert issues, Self Esteem and Confidence, Caregiver issues, Isolation and Loneliness, and much more
I believe that counseling is a collaboration between client and therapist. I combine both traditional therapy techniques (CBT, DBT, etc.) with the knowledge that each member brings about themselves to help them create the best rest of their lives. Humor, feedback, support, skill building and education are all used in this collaboration. Warning: I give homework! I use lots of humor in therapy. Some of the issues I am adept at working with are: Pet Loss/Grief, People Loss/Grief, Native American Issues, Menopause, Neurodiversity and Introvert issues, Self Esteem and Confidence, Caregiver issues, Isolation and Loneliness, and much more
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Jessica Leigh Bruman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, CAADC-D
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49696
Welcome! I’m Jessica, a LLMSW dedicated to fostering positive change and empowering individuals on their path to mental well-being! I focus on client centered care and guiding individuals on their journey to mental and emotional wellness. I am dedicated to creating a collaborative and empowering space where we can navigate life’s challenges together! My goal is to work alongside you, fostering a relationship built on trust, empathy, and respect. Together, we can explore and understand your experiences, helping you build resilience and discover the strengths within yourself.
Welcome! I’m Jessica, a LLMSW dedicated to fostering positive change and empowering individuals on their path to mental well-being! I focus on client centered care and guiding individuals on their journey to mental and emotional wellness. I am dedicated to creating a collaborative and empowering space where we can navigate life’s challenges together! My goal is to work alongside you, fostering a relationship built on trust, empathy, and respect. Together, we can explore and understand your experiences, helping you build resilience and discover the strengths within yourself.
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Kaitlyn Grangood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684 (Online Only)
Now accepting new older teen (16+) and adult teleheath clients! Are you ready to take the first steps toward healthy, lasting change? I believe in the resiliency of humans and know that we all have the capacity for meaningful change and growth. My approach to therapy is collaborative, engaging, and direct. Sessions are individualized to meet your own needs and goals, and often utilize a cognitive-behavioral or solution-focused approach with a healthy dose of mindfulness and unconditional support.
Now accepting new older teen (16+) and adult teleheath clients! Are you ready to take the first steps toward healthy, lasting change? I believe in the resiliency of humans and know that we all have the capacity for meaningful change and growth. My approach to therapy is collaborative, engaging, and direct. Sessions are individualized to meet your own needs and goals, and often utilize a cognitive-behavioral or solution-focused approach with a healthy dose of mindfulness and unconditional support.
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Grand Traverse Hypnotherapy and Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
Licensed Professional Counselor, in practice for 33 years. Certified Hypnotherapist since 2007. I specialize in helping people overcome Anxiety, Fear and Panic Attacks, changing Habits, regaining control in their lives. You can have great success in overcoming Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Sleep Disturbance, Pain, PTSD and more. Boost your Self Confidence, Public Speaking and Sports Performance. I offer Hypnotherapy for Successful Stopping Smoking and Weight Management in as little as 4 private sessions. Member International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association, Mental Health Counselors of Northern Michigan.
Licensed Professional Counselor, in practice for 33 years. Certified Hypnotherapist since 2007. I specialize in helping people overcome Anxiety, Fear and Panic Attacks, changing Habits, regaining control in their lives. You can have great success in overcoming Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Sleep Disturbance, Pain, PTSD and more. Boost your Self Confidence, Public Speaking and Sports Performance. I offer Hypnotherapy for Successful Stopping Smoking and Weight Management in as little as 4 private sessions. Member International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association, Mental Health Counselors of Northern Michigan.
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My background is in science, education, and art. I believe in the power of creativity and communication to solve complex problems. Sometimes we just need a teammate to help us process what we're going through and make a plan for moving forward. I see individual adults with a variety of mental health concerns like panic disorder, grief, and depression.
My background is in science, education, and art. I believe in the power of creativity and communication to solve complex problems. Sometimes we just need a teammate to help us process what we're going through and make a plan for moving forward. I see individual adults with a variety of mental health concerns like panic disorder, grief, and depression.
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Jessica Warpup
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
My name is Jessica, and I'm hoping you will let me help you work through “every day” challenges to improve your relationships and daily functioning. I will work to provide an environment in which together you and I can work through your past and present struggles, coping mechanisms, and experiences in order to better understand your needs and ultimately yourself. This will help you to improve communication of your needs and thus your relationship(s) with others. I offer a secure place to be your authentic self where you can explore your history, self- and family values, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
My name is Jessica, and I'm hoping you will let me help you work through “every day” challenges to improve your relationships and daily functioning. I will work to provide an environment in which together you and I can work through your past and present struggles, coping mechanisms, and experiences in order to better understand your needs and ultimately yourself. This will help you to improve communication of your needs and thus your relationship(s) with others. I offer a secure place to be your authentic self where you can explore your history, self- and family values, thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
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Kaylee Patterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
Waitlist for new clients
A trusting relationship is the most important part of working with a counselor. When we feel heard, understood and empathized with, we can begin to self-reflect and grow. It is a part of the human experience to suffer, struggle and be challenged! It is through relationship with others that our stories can be witnessed and healing can occur.
A trusting relationship is the most important part of working with a counselor. When we feel heard, understood and empathized with, we can begin to self-reflect and grow. It is a part of the human experience to suffer, struggle and be challenged! It is through relationship with others that our stories can be witnessed and healing can occur.
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We all want to live our best life, but sometimes anxiety, depression, or just the “stuff” in life gets in the way. Maybe you feel stuck in a job, relationship, or situation that just doesn’t bring you joy anymore. Maybe you get so worried about making a wrong choice that it's hard to make a choice at all. We all feel a little lost sometimes and just don’t know where to go from here, how to make our dreams a reality, how to feel fulfilled, how to have a purpose.
We all want to live our best life, but sometimes anxiety, depression, or just the “stuff” in life gets in the way. Maybe you feel stuck in a job, relationship, or situation that just doesn’t bring you joy anymore. Maybe you get so worried about making a wrong choice that it's hard to make a choice at all. We all feel a little lost sometimes and just don’t know where to go from here, how to make our dreams a reality, how to feel fulfilled, how to have a purpose.
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The teenage years are full of complex emotions, both the feel goods and the not-so-feel goods. Together, we will work through your current challenges, while also instilling confidence and excitement for life! Feeling overwhelmed, insecure or mentally exhausted from your inner critic? I've been there. But, we can challenge your stressors with healthy coping and meaningful goal-setting. Of course all of your emotions are valid, but some behaviors and habits may need some fine-tuning. These behavior changes will instill calm, kindness and creative problem-solving. The more you learn to self-regulate, the more resilient you become!
The teenage years are full of complex emotions, both the feel goods and the not-so-feel goods. Together, we will work through your current challenges, while also instilling confidence and excitement for life! Feeling overwhelmed, insecure or mentally exhausted from your inner critic? I've been there. But, we can challenge your stressors with healthy coping and meaningful goal-setting. Of course all of your emotions are valid, but some behaviors and habits may need some fine-tuning. These behavior changes will instill calm, kindness and creative problem-solving. The more you learn to self-regulate, the more resilient you become!
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Jennifer Kraus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
Waitlist for new clients
Relationships are hard. Parenting is hard. You never thought caring for your baby would leave you feeling depressed, anxious, and/or angry. You and your child could have experienced unexpected stressful events leaving you both wondering how to make sense of it. You may be adjusting to life changes as your family grows or your responsibilities changed causing you to struggle with feelings of loss, irritability, and regret. It’s hard to voice these thoughts which causes you to feel overwhelmed, alone, worried, and confused. For these reasons, it is critical to have support to start to feel connected and excited about relationships.
Relationships are hard. Parenting is hard. You never thought caring for your baby would leave you feeling depressed, anxious, and/or angry. You and your child could have experienced unexpected stressful events leaving you both wondering how to make sense of it. You may be adjusting to life changes as your family grows or your responsibilities changed causing you to struggle with feelings of loss, irritability, and regret. It’s hard to voice these thoughts which causes you to feel overwhelmed, alone, worried, and confused. For these reasons, it is critical to have support to start to feel connected and excited about relationships.
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Jessica A. Coles
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
Are you a person or couple whose life looks “good” from the outside, and yet it still feels like something is missing? You’ve accomplished a lot in life, but don’t feel the sense of fulfillment you expected. A big life change—maybe a breakup, new job, new marriage, change in family dynamic, or move—has highlighted the fact that you’re still not as happy or content as you want to be. Something is telling you that you need to make a shift (even if you’re not quite sure what it is). You want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past experiences, and you’re ready to change your “default setting” and start creating new patterns.
Are you a person or couple whose life looks “good” from the outside, and yet it still feels like something is missing? You’ve accomplished a lot in life, but don’t feel the sense of fulfillment you expected. A big life change—maybe a breakup, new job, new marriage, change in family dynamic, or move—has highlighted the fact that you’re still not as happy or content as you want to be. Something is telling you that you need to make a shift (even if you’re not quite sure what it is). You want to gain deeper insight into yourself & your past experiences, and you’re ready to change your “default setting” and start creating new patterns.
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Stillness and Strength Therapeutics, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, SSP, LLMSW-C, TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
Not accepting new clients
If it feels overwhelming to name your feelings and say what you need, I'll meet you there and we'll do it together. We'll get clear on what's going well and what might be standing in the way of deeper connections. We'll explore whether past hurts are showing up as present-day symptoms and impacting how you care for yourself and others. Your system has a way of communicating its needs, and sometimes, instead of listening, we push parts of ourselves away or go into protection mode. We'll discover how to turn towards our needs in a compassionate way and strengthen self-advocacy around your very human needs, rights, and boundaries.
If it feels overwhelming to name your feelings and say what you need, I'll meet you there and we'll do it together. We'll get clear on what's going well and what might be standing in the way of deeper connections. We'll explore whether past hurts are showing up as present-day symptoms and impacting how you care for yourself and others. Your system has a way of communicating its needs, and sometimes, instead of listening, we push parts of ourselves away or go into protection mode. We'll discover how to turn towards our needs in a compassionate way and strengthen self-advocacy around your very human needs, rights, and boundaries.
Susan Auer Kirt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
Waitlist for new clients
You may be at a change point. You may feel lost. You may feel disconnected. Maybe you have heartache. Will you decide to begin, in this moment, where you are? I will listen to you with sincere attunement. You can expect to feel a sense of safety and feeling "seen." The intention is to make space for you to risk vulnerability for a more authentic life. Meaningful and useful therapy is purposeful, actionable, honest, and sometimes challenging. Your care will be based on research, your story, and your strengths. I consider each person as a whole. My approach in counseling is integrative and evidence-based. It is grounded in hope.
You may be at a change point. You may feel lost. You may feel disconnected. Maybe you have heartache. Will you decide to begin, in this moment, where you are? I will listen to you with sincere attunement. You can expect to feel a sense of safety and feeling "seen." The intention is to make space for you to risk vulnerability for a more authentic life. Meaningful and useful therapy is purposeful, actionable, honest, and sometimes challenging. Your care will be based on research, your story, and your strengths. I consider each person as a whole. My approach in counseling is integrative and evidence-based. It is grounded in hope.
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Traverse Health Clinic
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49686
Waitlist for new clients
Traverse Health Clinic provides behavioral health services to adults and adolescents ages 12 and up, even if you haven't established primary care with one of our medical providers. Our behavioral health services are provided by licensed therapists who are trained and qualified to help patients experiencing life stressors or mental health issues. Therapists are able to assist individuals in learning constructive ways to handle problems that interfere with everyday life. Services are usually time-limited and focused on specific goals that you, the patient, have identified.
Traverse Health Clinic provides behavioral health services to adults and adolescents ages 12 and up, even if you haven't established primary care with one of our medical providers. Our behavioral health services are provided by licensed therapists who are trained and qualified to help patients experiencing life stressors or mental health issues. Therapists are able to assist individuals in learning constructive ways to handle problems that interfere with everyday life. Services are usually time-limited and focused on specific goals that you, the patient, have identified.
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As a licensed clinical psychologist I provide brief and long term therapy specializing in treating sexual issues and helping clients improve the satisfaction in their relationships. Working with both individuals and couples, my practice focuses on guiding clients to live a more authentic and fulfilling life through greater intimate connection.
As a licensed clinical psychologist I provide brief and long term therapy specializing in treating sexual issues and helping clients improve the satisfaction in their relationships. Working with both individuals and couples, my practice focuses on guiding clients to live a more authentic and fulfilling life through greater intimate connection.
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Birchbark Counseling
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
Not accepting new clients
My practice focuses on solutions and teaching techniques for clients to help themselves. I work with teens, adults and seniors. I enjoy coaching parents. I have had experience in issues of bullying. I have done significant work in grief. I have been married for more than thirty years and together we have raised four children. My own life has helped me to counsel from a framework of wisdom gained from experience. I am using tele health to continue to connect with my clients during the COVID 19 crisis.
My practice focuses on solutions and teaching techniques for clients to help themselves. I work with teens, adults and seniors. I enjoy coaching parents. I have had experience in issues of bullying. I have done significant work in grief. I have been married for more than thirty years and together we have raised four children. My own life has helped me to counsel from a framework of wisdom gained from experience. I am using tele health to continue to connect with my clients during the COVID 19 crisis.
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Kathryn Penfold, M.Sc, LLP
Limited Licensed Psychologist, BSW, MSc, LLP
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
I employ a diverse approach to therapy based on my knowledge of psychological philosophies and techniques in conjunction with the personality and needs of each client.
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Charity Manke
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49684
As a clinical psychologist, my mission is simple: to help you to identify your goals and provide warm, empowering support while you work toward them. My focus is helping teens and adults navigate anxiety, depression and life changes such as divorce, work/school struggles, illness, and loss. Women's issues- the challenges of motherhood and the pressure to "do it all", especially- are of particular interest to me.
As a clinical psychologist, my mission is simple: to help you to identify your goals and provide warm, empowering support while you work toward them. My focus is helping teens and adults navigate anxiety, depression and life changes such as divorce, work/school struggles, illness, and loss. Women's issues- the challenges of motherhood and the pressure to "do it all", especially- are of particular interest to me.
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Lindsay K. King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
Waitlist for new clients
“You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop.”-Rumi. You matter. What you think and feel matters. How you are treated matters. What you have been through matters. Perhaps you are a new mom, feeling overwhelmed and scared to admit things aren’t picture perfect. Perhaps you’re going though a hard transition, and feeling alone, lost, or confused. Maybe you’re no longer sure a relationship, or a job, is right for you, and are tired of not feeling seen or heard, valued or understood. Maybe constant worrying, or a hurtful past, is keeping you from living your life the way you want-with laughter, love, and hope.
“You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop.”-Rumi. You matter. What you think and feel matters. How you are treated matters. What you have been through matters. Perhaps you are a new mom, feeling overwhelmed and scared to admit things aren’t picture perfect. Perhaps you’re going though a hard transition, and feeling alone, lost, or confused. Maybe you’re no longer sure a relationship, or a job, is right for you, and are tired of not feeling seen or heard, valued or understood. Maybe constant worrying, or a hurtful past, is keeping you from living your life the way you want-with laughter, love, and hope.
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Kari L de Boer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, RYT
Verified Verified
Traverse City, MI 49684
Kari is now accepting children ages 6+ for in-person therapy and 15+ for telehealth or in-person. Kari believes that people are innately driven to achieve wholeness. Encouraging clients to actively listen to their minds and bodies, Kari creates a warm atmosphere of safety. She supports clients as they do the transformative work of identifying their growth areas and empowering their curiosities.
Kari is now accepting children ages 6+ for in-person therapy and 15+ for telehealth or in-person. Kari believes that people are innately driven to achieve wholeness. Encouraging clients to actively listen to their minds and bodies, Kari creates a warm atmosphere of safety. She supports clients as they do the transformative work of identifying their growth areas and empowering their curiosities.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Traverse City, MI
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Traverse City, MI who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
80% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Trauma and PTSD |
76% | Self Esteem |
74% | Coping Skills |
73% | Stress |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
94% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
62% | Priority Health |
56% | Blue Care Network |
How Therapists in Traverse City, MI see their clients
70% | In Person and Online | |
30% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
85% | Female | |
13% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Traverse City?
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.