Therapists in Smyrna, GA
![Photo of Marion Chapman, LPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/52026a98-a05a-46b7-91b1-b9958543d5d2/1/320x400.jpeg)
Marion L. Chapman is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2007. She has a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Purdue University, an MEd. in Guidance and Counseling from the University of Georgia, and a BA in Psychology from Clark Atlanta University. Marion helps her clients by assisting them in exploring their experience and focusing. In her spare time, Marion enjoys travel, spending time with family and friends, and exercising.
Marion L. Chapman is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2007. She has a PhD in Counseling Psychology from Purdue University, an MEd. in Guidance and Counseling from the University of Georgia, and a BA in Psychology from Clark Atlanta University. Marion helps her clients by assisting them in exploring their experience and focusing. In her spare time, Marion enjoys travel, spending time with family and friends, and exercising.
![Photo of Kristne Broadway, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/790f8fd5-1bf6-442d-bf9c-3e3f3a44ccea/1/320x400.jpeg)
Dani Broadway graduated in 2016 with their Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Dani utilizes a mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy approach to counseling. Dani believes healing happens in the present and aims to teach clients to be more present with themselves and their environment. Dani's areas of specialty include gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues, life transitions, and chronic diseases. In their spare time, Dani enjoys traveling to new places, hiking, and spending time with their wife and pets.
Dani Broadway graduated in 2016 with their Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. Dani utilizes a mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy approach to counseling. Dani believes healing happens in the present and aims to teach clients to be more present with themselves and their environment. Dani's areas of specialty include gender identity and LGBTQ+ issues, life transitions, and chronic diseases. In their spare time, Dani enjoys traveling to new places, hiking, and spending time with their wife and pets.
![Photo of Diahann JohnBaptiste, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/15c9e98c-065a-4351-870d-2cc9ab01cbda/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am glad you decided to read my profile. My name is Diahann JohnBaptiste, and I am a licensed Professional Counselor based in Newnan, Georgia. I have over 10 years of direct clinical mental health counseling experience that includes Christian Counseling, and an additional 20 years of administrative experience working in the mental healthcare industry. I have worked in a variety of settings utilizing talk-based therapies to provide support to clients in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, learning differences, relational issues, life transitions, stressors, and everyday life decisions.
I am glad you decided to read my profile. My name is Diahann JohnBaptiste, and I am a licensed Professional Counselor based in Newnan, Georgia. I have over 10 years of direct clinical mental health counseling experience that includes Christian Counseling, and an additional 20 years of administrative experience working in the mental healthcare industry. I have worked in a variety of settings utilizing talk-based therapies to provide support to clients in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, learning differences, relational issues, life transitions, stressors, and everyday life decisions.
![Photo of Jena A. Irvin, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53936c5e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jena A. Irvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
I believe that you are the expert of your life! My job is to be curious and to help you gain more understanding of yourself. A good therapist doesn't claim to have all the answers for why you are the way you are although I may have some ideas that I will share. When it comes to getting answers & more understanding, we will form hypotheses together and you will come to your own conclusions. I facilitate and guide that process! I'm here to share my knowledge to help you make decisions that are authentic, rational, and well-explored.
I believe that you are the expert of your life! My job is to be curious and to help you gain more understanding of yourself. A good therapist doesn't claim to have all the answers for why you are the way you are although I may have some ideas that I will share. When it comes to getting answers & more understanding, we will form hypotheses together and you will come to your own conclusions. I facilitate and guide that process! I'm here to share my knowledge to help you make decisions that are authentic, rational, and well-explored.
![Photo of Jasmine Jenkins, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2bae44ec-8ae2-4a32-8641-b17d18401232/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jasmine Jenkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Jasmine is a counselor who is here to help guide you in the direction that you seek to go in whether it involves depression, anxiety, anger management and trauma. She believes that counseling is a journey that you as the client and Jasmine as your therapist will travel down together so that you feel you are not in this alone. She utilizes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, person center therapy and solution focused therapy.
Jasmine Jenkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Jasmine is a counselor who is here to help guide you in the direction that you seek to go in whether it involves depression, anxiety, anger management and trauma. She believes that counseling is a journey that you as the client and Jasmine as your therapist will travel down together so that you feel you are not in this alone. She utilizes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, person center therapy and solution focused therapy.
![Photo of Tamara Meadows, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e78f6cc9-1b72-4cbd-9672-dcc6fee4171d/1/320x400.png)
I am Tamara Meadows, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Master Addiction Counselor, and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor. For over a decade, I have served as a mental health professional, working with individuals of all ages. I am passionate about helping individuals battling mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. I also specialize in providing support and education for women with PCOS‚ who are often misdiagnosed, overlooked, and misunderstood.
I am Tamara Meadows, a Licensed Professional Counselor, Master Addiction Counselor, and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor. For over a decade, I have served as a mental health professional, working with individuals of all ages. I am passionate about helping individuals battling mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. I also specialize in providing support and education for women with PCOS‚ who are often misdiagnosed, overlooked, and misunderstood.
![Photo of Nancy Rice, M Ed, MA, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ed63f0a7-23a1-4623-8f52-335f3afb2ff3/1/320x400.jpeg)
Nancy Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080 (Online Only)
Attention to your needs, whether individuals, couples, or partners by providing a neutral safe space, validating your concerns, customizing a plan that integrates all of you - body, mind, and soul, can lead to restoration. I invite you to visit my website at Thetrilogycounseling.com to become acquainted with my practice with hassle free online scheduling. My approach includes guiding you to restore balance - assessing all areas of life, to reframe, or look at situations from a slightly different perspective, and lead to renewal by putting in place coping skills and connect with your inner strengths.
Attention to your needs, whether individuals, couples, or partners by providing a neutral safe space, validating your concerns, customizing a plan that integrates all of you - body, mind, and soul, can lead to restoration. I invite you to visit my website at Thetrilogycounseling.com to become acquainted with my practice with hassle free online scheduling. My approach includes guiding you to restore balance - assessing all areas of life, to reframe, or look at situations from a slightly different perspective, and lead to renewal by putting in place coping skills and connect with your inner strengths.
![Photo of Angela R Richardson - ReConnect Therapeutic Associates, LLC, LPC, CPCS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ff1a17d6-a457-4cf4-9a9c-18375825c143/1/320x400.jpeg)
ReConnect Therapeutic Associates, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080
“WE take an eclectic approach to providing therapeutic services. Our objective in therapy is "Facilitating Good Mental Health". We believe good mental health is a journey not a destination. Life can be challenging but it is our choices that increase the level of difficulty. Therapy provides the support and tools needed to navigate life's challenges. Achieving good mental health requires a collaborative relationship, which begins with building a trusting therapeutic environment. In practice, We utilize a variety of theoretical approaches such as Reality/Choice Theory, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Family Systems.”
“WE take an eclectic approach to providing therapeutic services. Our objective in therapy is "Facilitating Good Mental Health". We believe good mental health is a journey not a destination. Life can be challenging but it is our choices that increase the level of difficulty. Therapy provides the support and tools needed to navigate life's challenges. Achieving good mental health requires a collaborative relationship, which begins with building a trusting therapeutic environment. In practice, We utilize a variety of theoretical approaches such as Reality/Choice Theory, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), and Family Systems.”
![Photo of Mary Rogers Merrell, MS, NCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/875d1521-bb4c-4dbc-9119-4820f8f5224d/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am so glad that you are here! The clients that I typically see include children, preteens, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy working with adolescent and adult women and girls that struggle with things like perfectionism, substance use, self-harm behaviors, ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, PTSD and trauma, stress, and self-esteem. I enjoy working with children and adolescents in individual and group settings on issues such as ADHD, bullying, self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, PTSD and trauma, grief, social skills, and more.
I am so glad that you are here! The clients that I typically see include children, preteens, adolescents, and adults. I enjoy working with adolescent and adult women and girls that struggle with things like perfectionism, substance use, self-harm behaviors, ADHD, anxiety, life transitions, PTSD and trauma, stress, and self-esteem. I enjoy working with children and adolescents in individual and group settings on issues such as ADHD, bullying, self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, PTSD and trauma, grief, social skills, and more.
![Photo of Tina Jones, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f1161a0c-2112-4e3d-abac-08c6a61b3cdc/1/320x400.jpeg)
I work with a variety of clients facing life challenges. This includes parents and grandparents who are suffering due to alienation and post traumatic stress. I also assist in high-conflict divorce cases where parental alienation exists meeting with the children and adults involved. My experience includes educational counseling experience, as well as life experience. Helping parents and children get through many life changes such as legal issues, divorce and re-adjustments can be assisted with therapy by giving them tools to cope.
I work with a variety of clients facing life challenges. This includes parents and grandparents who are suffering due to alienation and post traumatic stress. I also assist in high-conflict divorce cases where parental alienation exists meeting with the children and adults involved. My experience includes educational counseling experience, as well as life experience. Helping parents and children get through many life changes such as legal issues, divorce and re-adjustments can be assisted with therapy by giving them tools to cope.
![Photo of Janae Thompson, LAPC, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e6afc36e-bdaa-4d22-ba94-d21b2e28b256/2/320x400.png)
Janae Thompson is an Associate Professional Counselor with experience as a mental health provider in various clinical settings. She has worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Janae specializes in working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, identity development, relationship issues, and life transitions. Her experiences as a 1st-generation Jamaican-American woman influence her to prioritize a multicultural counseling approach. Janae’s warm demeanor creates a safe space for her clients to feel comfortable.
Janae Thompson is an Associate Professional Counselor with experience as a mental health provider in various clinical settings. She has worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Janae specializes in working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, identity development, relationship issues, and life transitions. Her experiences as a 1st-generation Jamaican-American woman influence her to prioritize a multicultural counseling approach. Janae’s warm demeanor creates a safe space for her clients to feel comfortable.
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My ideal client is someone who is committed to creating a more fulfilling and meaningful life, characterized by deeper connections with themselves and others, and greater emotional well-being. This individual may find themselves navigating various challenges in their relationships, whether it be with romantic partners, family members, friends, or colleagues. They understand that therapy is a collaborative process and are actively engaged in their own healing journey, ready to embrace both the joys and the challenges that come with self-exploration and growth.
My ideal client is someone who is committed to creating a more fulfilling and meaningful life, characterized by deeper connections with themselves and others, and greater emotional well-being. This individual may find themselves navigating various challenges in their relationships, whether it be with romantic partners, family members, friends, or colleagues. They understand that therapy is a collaborative process and are actively engaged in their own healing journey, ready to embrace both the joys and the challenges that come with self-exploration and growth.
![Photo of Michele Lattimore-Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41c3746b-c94c-4bab-94b5-1d1c6b21ed81/1/320x400.jpeg)
Michele Lattimore-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080 (Online Only)
I specialize in the areas of Mood and Personality Disorders.
I specialize in the areas of Mood and Personality Disorders.
![Photo of Tameran Hinson, LPC, NCC, CPCS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51243b7b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Tameran Hinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082 (Online Only)
I am honored to journey through recovery with individuals, families and couples who are courageous enough to address mental health and substance use battles. We work through life's demands by identifying specific goals, processing areas of challenge while celebrating areas of success and assessing progress along the way. The development of a safe and collaborative relationship serves as the foundation for positive and lasting change.
I am honored to journey through recovery with individuals, families and couples who are courageous enough to address mental health and substance use battles. We work through life's demands by identifying specific goals, processing areas of challenge while celebrating areas of success and assessing progress along the way. The development of a safe and collaborative relationship serves as the foundation for positive and lasting change.
![Photo of Desirea Russell, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/00e924d9-6f68-452d-bbcc-5a1ce19b26b4/1/320x400.png)
I realized that we all have something that we want to work on within ourselves. I want to thank you for choosing me to help you on your journey to doing just that. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is dedicated to providing quality psychotherapy for those looking to reinvest in themselves. My clinical areas of specialty include individual/family counseling, addiction, trauma, and depression and anxiety.I realized that we all have something that we want to work on within ourselves. I want to thank you for choosing me to help you on your journey to doing just that.
I realized that we all have something that we want to work on within ourselves. I want to thank you for choosing me to help you on your journey to doing just that. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who is dedicated to providing quality psychotherapy for those looking to reinvest in themselves. My clinical areas of specialty include individual/family counseling, addiction, trauma, and depression and anxiety.I realized that we all have something that we want to work on within ourselves. I want to thank you for choosing me to help you on your journey to doing just that.
![Photo of Dr. Cory Viehl, LPC, NCC, CPCS, ACS, BC-TMH, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d9ba3507-4365-407b-8d76-6351d9542c5c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Cory Viehl
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS, ACS, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30082
My approach with clients is rooted in the belief that everyone strives to be their most authentic self and seeks opportunities for growth. Recognizing that change can be challenging, I work alongside clients to deconstruct the need to "fracture oneself" in various settings and relationships, which often leads to feelings of inauthenticity. Instead, I use a liberatory framework that honors and celebrates unique personalities and identities. By embracing and integrating all aspects of oneself, clients can experience genuine growth and fulfillment. If you're ready to start this transformative journey, please reach out.
My approach with clients is rooted in the belief that everyone strives to be their most authentic self and seeks opportunities for growth. Recognizing that change can be challenging, I work alongside clients to deconstruct the need to "fracture oneself" in various settings and relationships, which often leads to feelings of inauthenticity. Instead, I use a liberatory framework that honors and celebrates unique personalities and identities. By embracing and integrating all aspects of oneself, clients can experience genuine growth and fulfillment. If you're ready to start this transformative journey, please reach out.
![Photo of Marlea Carol Mazyck, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/456687d9-09c9-4a84-9b2d-10fe429cd20a/2/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment. I cooperatively assist my clients in clarifying their goals for treatment. I draw from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation. As a therapist, I am warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I consider myself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling so that you able to feel comfortable with me in achieving your goals. I have over 22 years of experience as a licensed social worker.
I believe that healing is a collaborative endeavor that requires honest caring without judgment. I cooperatively assist my clients in clarifying their goals for treatment. I draw from a variety of methods to create a tailored approach for each individual and situation. As a therapist, I am warm, open, encouraging, and direct. I consider myself an active therapist, combining experience, education, creativity, and sense of humor with a down-to-earth, realistic approach to counseling so that you able to feel comfortable with me in achieving your goals. I have over 22 years of experience as a licensed social worker.
![Photo of Mayra Richards, APC, LPC, NBCC, AACC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/220fe663-7787-4792-839d-f5ab53527f06/2/320x400.jpeg)
Mayra Richards
Licensed Professional Counselor, APC, LPC, NBCC, AACC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Hi there! Remain Connected Counseling is a faith based counseling practice. We have a holistic view for healing: body, soul, and spirit. We love getting the opportunity to guide people in their journey of personal healing and self discovery. Our heart as a team of therapists is to help people connect with God, themselves, and others so they can find fulfillment and purpose. We love listening to clients, helping you find solutions, psycho-educating you about emotions and most of all creating a safe place to process and attain healing.
Hi there! Remain Connected Counseling is a faith based counseling practice. We have a holistic view for healing: body, soul, and spirit. We love getting the opportunity to guide people in their journey of personal healing and self discovery. Our heart as a team of therapists is to help people connect with God, themselves, and others so they can find fulfillment and purpose. We love listening to clients, helping you find solutions, psycho-educating you about emotions and most of all creating a safe place to process and attain healing.
![Photo of Kascey Ifill, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f2283075-3dd2-4cf4-a999-2e3e0fae5af7/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kascey Ifill is a Georgia Licensed Professional counselor and Master Addiction Counselor. Additionally, she is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She began her career with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology; beginning her Career as a Counselor in the Prison System. This experience was followed by a Master of Education Degree in Counseling Psychology. Kascey has been a therapist for the past 20 years in various settings. Kascey has extensive work facilitating individual counseling
Kascey Ifill is a Georgia Licensed Professional counselor and Master Addiction Counselor. Additionally, she is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. She began her career with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology; beginning her Career as a Counselor in the Prison System. This experience was followed by a Master of Education Degree in Counseling Psychology. Kascey has been a therapist for the past 20 years in various settings. Kascey has extensive work facilitating individual counseling
![Photo of Katherine C Thyne, LCSW, LLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/87feab65-bffa-47b3-b54c-e06437a48310/2/320x400.jpeg)
Katherine C Thyne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Smyrna, GA 30080
Not accepting new clients
Hello. I use a direct, yet supportive approach to focus on improving life skills and releasing negative beliefs and behaviors. Experience has shown that by changing unhealthy patterns, expressing fears, and taking gentle risks, it is possible to live a more satisfying life regardless of past traumas and other issues. With a combination of techniques, we will work together on both short and long term goals. I am an interactive therapist and encourage intensive work both in and out of the office. I have a home office and use video sessions as needed to help with time constraints/distance. I have two small sweet dogs.
Hello. I use a direct, yet supportive approach to focus on improving life skills and releasing negative beliefs and behaviors. Experience has shown that by changing unhealthy patterns, expressing fears, and taking gentle risks, it is possible to live a more satisfying life regardless of past traumas and other issues. With a combination of techniques, we will work together on both short and long term goals. I am an interactive therapist and encourage intensive work both in and out of the office. I have a home office and use video sessions as needed to help with time constraints/distance. I have two small sweet dogs.
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Number of Therapists in Smyrna, GA
300+
Average cost per session
$140
Therapists in Smyrna, GA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
71% | Self Esteem |
70% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Stress |
66% | Grief |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
93% | Aetna |
81% | Cigna and Evernorth |
73% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Smyrna, GA see their clients
63% | In Person and Online | |
37% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
85% | Female | |
14% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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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.