Therapists in Miami Beach, FL
![Photo of Jill Simons-Smith, MS, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c0c3495-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
The greek word 'Therepon' means comrade in a common struggle...As a psychotherapist, I believe it is important to acknowledge that the therapeutic process sometimes involves tolerating uncomfortable feelings, recalling complicated (unpleasant) memories, and facing fears. Your courage and commitment to working through issues should lead to meaningful insights needed to free you of distracting symptoms, improving your relationships with others, and enablling you to develop strengths for facing challenges in the future.
In the therapeutic search for self actualization the goals are to incorporate balance, order, harmony, simplicity, creativity, and humility into one's life.
The greek word 'Therepon' means comrade in a common struggle...As a psychotherapist, I believe it is important to acknowledge that the therapeutic process sometimes involves tolerating uncomfortable feelings, recalling complicated (unpleasant) memories, and facing fears. Your courage and commitment to working through issues should lead to meaningful insights needed to free you of distracting symptoms, improving your relationships with others, and enablling you to develop strengths for facing challenges in the future.
In the therapeutic search for self actualization the goals are to incorporate balance, order, harmony, simplicity, creativity, and humility into one's life.
![Photo of Hilary Bone, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b7ee049a-d685-48ff-849e-c0130352b60e/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you ready to prioritize your own well-being and explore the best version of yourself? Have been experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues? Perhaps you are facing problems involving your family, your partner, or your employment, and you are struggling to cope? You are not alone, and I am here to help.
Are you ready to prioritize your own well-being and explore the best version of yourself? Have been experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues? Perhaps you are facing problems involving your family, your partner, or your employment, and you are struggling to cope? You are not alone, and I am here to help.
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Maria Rita Lagar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist/Counselor with more than thirty years of experience in the Clinical field. I have worked with individuals, couples and families in coping, adjusting and resolving many life challenges. I will listen and work with you in setting a positive therapeutic environment conducive to empowerment and change. I will help you to identify those areas of your life that are in need of attention. Setting objectives and goals as we go along on the therapeutic process; evaluating and monitoring progress as we move forward. I will also provide you with information on any resources available to assist if applicable.
I am a Licensed Psychotherapist/Counselor with more than thirty years of experience in the Clinical field. I have worked with individuals, couples and families in coping, adjusting and resolving many life challenges. I will listen and work with you in setting a positive therapeutic environment conducive to empowerment and change. I will help you to identify those areas of your life that are in need of attention. Setting objectives and goals as we go along on the therapeutic process; evaluating and monitoring progress as we move forward. I will also provide you with information on any resources available to assist if applicable.
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Juan Carlos Camps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, QS
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Online Only)
Hi there, I am JC. Is there something bothering you that you want to change? I utilize a variety of approaches, including cognitive behavioral, humanistic, solution focused, and existential. In all cases, I try to adjust my style to meet the needs and preferences of each individual client. I also teach mindfulness, to enhance self-awareness and the ability to manage stress. I am pragmatic and a compassionate therapist.
Hi there, I am JC. Is there something bothering you that you want to change? I utilize a variety of approaches, including cognitive behavioral, humanistic, solution focused, and existential. In all cases, I try to adjust my style to meet the needs and preferences of each individual client. I also teach mindfulness, to enhance self-awareness and the ability to manage stress. I am pragmatic and a compassionate therapist.
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Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.
Our mission is to restore hope, promote well-being, and cultivate harmony in the lives of our patients. In the dynamic landscape of today's society, characterized by daily stress and constant challenges, we recognize the crucial demand for a tranquil and stable environment.
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Larisa Correa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, MSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33141 (Online Only)
As a bilingual, bicultural, Latinx, clinical social worker, I have dedicated my practice to working with women, who like me, have been judged, misunderstood, silenced, and oftentimes overlooked. Who you are is not defined by your sex, color, dis-ease, relationship, or your family. Although these things impact you, the "whole" of you is still evolving; ever present and resilient. Don't let your past, your thoughts, society or your environment determine what works for you and what does not. Trust your gut - your body keeps score and knows how to guide you. We need to learn to listen to what comes from within. Let me show you how.
As a bilingual, bicultural, Latinx, clinical social worker, I have dedicated my practice to working with women, who like me, have been judged, misunderstood, silenced, and oftentimes overlooked. Who you are is not defined by your sex, color, dis-ease, relationship, or your family. Although these things impact you, the "whole" of you is still evolving; ever present and resilient. Don't let your past, your thoughts, society or your environment determine what works for you and what does not. Trust your gut - your body keeps score and knows how to guide you. We need to learn to listen to what comes from within. Let me show you how.
![Photo of Bradley Kerschensteiner, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2b4de9d8-2295-4a0d-9677-31e2e3d65914/1/320x400.jpeg)
Bradley Kerschensteiner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami Beach, FL 33140
I recognize how difficult it can be to ask for help. I also firmly believe that this is the most critical first step in the healing and change process. I provide psychotherapy services for adult individuals and couples in a professional, collaborative and confidential environment. Call today and let me help you cultivate greater mental, emotional and spiritual health in your personal life, relationships and the workplace.
I recognize how difficult it can be to ask for help. I also firmly believe that this is the most critical first step in the healing and change process. I provide psychotherapy services for adult individuals and couples in a professional, collaborative and confidential environment. Call today and let me help you cultivate greater mental, emotional and spiritual health in your personal life, relationships and the workplace.
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Dr. Shawna Freshwater: Priority Access
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Anxiety, Depression, Stress, & Relationships can be exhausting, especially if you have low Self-esteem, Attachment injuries, or experienced Neglect, or Trauma. It's hard being human. Our developmental history, relational patterns, brain hardwiring, thinking patterns, emotional states, & personality traits affect how we function in ALL aspects of life. If you are here right now, then you may be struggling. Maybe you feel like things are never going to change. However, that is just your mind playing tricks on you. You are stronger and more resilient than you think. Promise. Let's begin to create the life you want to live today.
Anxiety, Depression, Stress, & Relationships can be exhausting, especially if you have low Self-esteem, Attachment injuries, or experienced Neglect, or Trauma. It's hard being human. Our developmental history, relational patterns, brain hardwiring, thinking patterns, emotional states, & personality traits affect how we function in ALL aspects of life. If you are here right now, then you may be struggling. Maybe you feel like things are never going to change. However, that is just your mind playing tricks on you. You are stronger and more resilient than you think. Promise. Let's begin to create the life you want to live today.
![Photo of Eufemia Plimpton, LCSW, BCBA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a8972d6a-8937-455d-8721-a0e55bc9797f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Eufemia Plimpton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCBA
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Online Only)
A licensed clinical social worker since 2010 and a board certified behavior analyst, I have experience helping people at all stages of life to empower themselves and learn strategies for better coping through behavioral and talk therapy. My private practice is available via telehealth to people who are experiencing emotional and/or behavioral problems. My primary expertise includes treatment of the following: depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, Autism and related disorders, PTSD and trauma.
A licensed clinical social worker since 2010 and a board certified behavior analyst, I have experience helping people at all stages of life to empower themselves and learn strategies for better coping through behavioral and talk therapy. My private practice is available via telehealth to people who are experiencing emotional and/or behavioral problems. My primary expertise includes treatment of the following: depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, Autism and related disorders, PTSD and trauma.
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Ariane N Ladd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Online Only)
The evolving challenges of raising children involve the addition of new technology and an ever-increasing pressure to succeed. Keeping on top of these dynamics can at best overwhelm and at worst alienate those in even the most healthy families. Teens pass through a stage of fluctuating hormonal levels, while negotiating burgeoning independence, and navigating the waters of social media along with peer pressure. Meanwhile parents are dealing with keeping a household afloat, managing the family and their careers, while often having aging parents and/or dealing with grief over their loss. When teens and parents need a little help or mental health challenges require more effort for daily living than they should, learning new coping skills with or without medication can make a difference. Discovering what influences behaviors and learning ways to express what needs to be said can empower parents and their children to find more happiness and fulfillment in life. Sorting through these challenges and developing coping techniques that help organize and balance communication is my goal with all families and individuals.
The evolving challenges of raising children involve the addition of new technology and an ever-increasing pressure to succeed. Keeping on top of these dynamics can at best overwhelm and at worst alienate those in even the most healthy families. Teens pass through a stage of fluctuating hormonal levels, while negotiating burgeoning independence, and navigating the waters of social media along with peer pressure. Meanwhile parents are dealing with keeping a household afloat, managing the family and their careers, while often having aging parents and/or dealing with grief over their loss. When teens and parents need a little help or mental health challenges require more effort for daily living than they should, learning new coping skills with or without medication can make a difference. Discovering what influences behaviors and learning ways to express what needs to be said can empower parents and their children to find more happiness and fulfillment in life. Sorting through these challenges and developing coping techniques that help organize and balance communication is my goal with all families and individuals.
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Would you benefit from having a safe, non-judgmental space to express and process your thoughts and emotions? Many times, our past experiences impact our ability to connect to others and appreciate the current moment. It can be helpful to read the previous chapters of our lives to gain an understanding of the present and provide direction for future chapters we aspire to write.
Would you benefit from having a safe, non-judgmental space to express and process your thoughts and emotions? Many times, our past experiences impact our ability to connect to others and appreciate the current moment. It can be helpful to read the previous chapters of our lives to gain an understanding of the present and provide direction for future chapters we aspire to write.
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Dr. Michelle Leve
Psychologist, PhD, Doctor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Online Only)
As a psychologist with over a decade of experience practicing in New York, Miami, and CT I focus on helping adults and teens to thrive following difficult life experiences. Often times, our current or past difficulties get in the way of being our best selves. My clients come to understand what behaviors and relationships are hindering them, and develop the essential skills and self-awareness needed to lead lives with more joy. I’m known for my collaborative and emotion-focused approach to help my clients.
As a psychologist with over a decade of experience practicing in New York, Miami, and CT I focus on helping adults and teens to thrive following difficult life experiences. Often times, our current or past difficulties get in the way of being our best selves. My clients come to understand what behaviors and relationships are hindering them, and develop the essential skills and self-awareness needed to lead lives with more joy. I’m known for my collaborative and emotion-focused approach to help my clients.
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Ramona Saeedi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, Psych
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140 (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients- Throughout life there are many factors that influence and shape the unique person we become. As a therapist, I believe in the power of self-awareness and self-acceptance, and I seek to assist you in the process of self-exploration and self-growth. I work from a multicultural, nonjudgmental, compassionate, and anti-oppressive lens to understand your needs from the context of your environment, personal relationships, and upbringing. I value the importance of trust and empathy in a therapeutic relationship as I strive to create a safe space to share and discuss concerns.
Now Accepting New Clients- Throughout life there are many factors that influence and shape the unique person we become. As a therapist, I believe in the power of self-awareness and self-acceptance, and I seek to assist you in the process of self-exploration and self-growth. I work from a multicultural, nonjudgmental, compassionate, and anti-oppressive lens to understand your needs from the context of your environment, personal relationships, and upbringing. I value the importance of trust and empathy in a therapeutic relationship as I strive to create a safe space to share and discuss concerns.
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If you're struggling with IBS, IBD, or other gut-related disorders, know that you're not alone. These conditions often bring feelings of anxiety, depression, and isolation. The strong mind-gut connection makes psychotherapy an important aspect of IBS and IBD treatment. If you're looking to reduce your symptoms, regain confidence in daily life, and alleviate the emotional burden of your diagnosis, gut-focused therapy offers effective support. Gut-focused therapy helps by addressing the connection between your gut health and emotional well-being.
If you're struggling with IBS, IBD, or other gut-related disorders, know that you're not alone. These conditions often bring feelings of anxiety, depression, and isolation. The strong mind-gut connection makes psychotherapy an important aspect of IBS and IBD treatment. If you're looking to reduce your symptoms, regain confidence in daily life, and alleviate the emotional burden of your diagnosis, gut-focused therapy offers effective support. Gut-focused therapy helps by addressing the connection between your gut health and emotional well-being.
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Georgia Center For Anxiety
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami Beach, FL 33139
FREE Consult. Do RESULTS matter to you? Do Anxiety, Panic or OCD have you overwhelmed or stuck? Scary body sensations? Are you worrying over physical symptoms? Do you have OCD or intrusive thoughts? Or maybe you're having panic attacks, or Health Anxiety? If you're struggling to get past your anxiety, now might be the time to connect with a licensed Anxiety Specialist. Let's work together to develop a recovery plan that can give you real relief from your anxiety issues. Keep reading to learn how calling or emailing for a free 15 minute consult call today is the best, and one of the important decisions that you could ever make.
FREE Consult. Do RESULTS matter to you? Do Anxiety, Panic or OCD have you overwhelmed or stuck? Scary body sensations? Are you worrying over physical symptoms? Do you have OCD or intrusive thoughts? Or maybe you're having panic attacks, or Health Anxiety? If you're struggling to get past your anxiety, now might be the time to connect with a licensed Anxiety Specialist. Let's work together to develop a recovery plan that can give you real relief from your anxiety issues. Keep reading to learn how calling or emailing for a free 15 minute consult call today is the best, and one of the important decisions that you could ever make.
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Sisters care counseling is here to help enhance confidence, communication skills, self-worth, family cohesiveness, and academic achievement. We will help teens and their families gain the skills needed to maintain healthy boundaries, improve stress tolerance, and enhance decision-making skills. Sisters care counseling offers a safe space for individuals to rediscover family balance and to develop the skills needed to grow into confident and healthy adults. Sisters care counseling also specializes in individual counseling for young adults and geriatrics.
Sisters care counseling is here to help enhance confidence, communication skills, self-worth, family cohesiveness, and academic achievement. We will help teens and their families gain the skills needed to maintain healthy boundaries, improve stress tolerance, and enhance decision-making skills. Sisters care counseling offers a safe space for individuals to rediscover family balance and to develop the skills needed to grow into confident and healthy adults. Sisters care counseling also specializes in individual counseling for young adults and geriatrics.
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Do you: Worry too much about your future? Fear being alone? Feel lonely more often than you'd like? Feel frustrated waiting for your turn to win? Crave security, connection, and confidence? If you nodded 'yes' to any of these, you're not alone. These feelings are common, but they don't have to be your normal. As a life coach and Doctor of Psychology, I help people transform challenges into growth opportunities. Imagine a life where worry doesn't control you, you're secure in your own company, surrounded by meaningful connections, creating your own success, with confidence as your default state.
Do you: Worry too much about your future? Fear being alone? Feel lonely more often than you'd like? Feel frustrated waiting for your turn to win? Crave security, connection, and confidence? If you nodded 'yes' to any of these, you're not alone. These feelings are common, but they don't have to be your normal. As a life coach and Doctor of Psychology, I help people transform challenges into growth opportunities. Imagine a life where worry doesn't control you, you're secure in your own company, surrounded by meaningful connections, creating your own success, with confidence as your default state.
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Teresa Cote @Healing Place Counseling LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA , LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Online Only)
As a trauma therapist, I work with many individuals facing deep heartache and struggles that sometimes feel too overwhelming and scary. Trauma can be triggered from some experiences such as past abuse, grief, chronic illness, or being a witness to traumatic events. This can also lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, fear, phobias, irrational fears, and agitation. Trauma can also lead to negative coping skills such as addictive patterns and behaviors. I can walk alongside you in a journey of healing and assist you in coming to a place of safety and peace and help you overcome and move you towards a place of healing!
As a trauma therapist, I work with many individuals facing deep heartache and struggles that sometimes feel too overwhelming and scary. Trauma can be triggered from some experiences such as past abuse, grief, chronic illness, or being a witness to traumatic events. This can also lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, fear, phobias, irrational fears, and agitation. Trauma can also lead to negative coping skills such as addictive patterns and behaviors. I can walk alongside you in a journey of healing and assist you in coming to a place of safety and peace and help you overcome and move you towards a place of healing!
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Sometimes, in life, we find ourselves repeating the same patterns over again. We tell ourselves we will not make the same mistake each time, but we find ourselves repeating the same mistakes we promised not to repeat. We may look to our partners and say they are the problem; we may see everything as a problem except ourselves. And as we do that, we stay in a state of unhappiness and remain a victim of ourselves. So we must admit first that we are the problem, and then we must explore deep within the self the root cause of the situations we have experienced that have created those unhealthy patterns so we can heal and grow.
Sometimes, in life, we find ourselves repeating the same patterns over again. We tell ourselves we will not make the same mistake each time, but we find ourselves repeating the same mistakes we promised not to repeat. We may look to our partners and say they are the problem; we may see everything as a problem except ourselves. And as we do that, we stay in a state of unhappiness and remain a victim of ourselves. So we must admit first that we are the problem, and then we must explore deep within the self the root cause of the situations we have experienced that have created those unhealthy patterns so we can heal and grow.
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Santorri Chamley-Watson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Not accepting new clients
Life is filled with sequences of unknowns, sprinkled with defeats and victories. My goal is to foster self-awareness for my clients in a safe, judgment-free space and provide them with the tools to better manage their difficult emotions to ensure the development of successful, healthy relationships.
Life is filled with sequences of unknowns, sprinkled with defeats and victories. My goal is to foster self-awareness for my clients in a safe, judgment-free space and provide them with the tools to better manage their difficult emotions to ensure the development of successful, healthy relationships.
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Number of Therapists in Miami Beach, FL
400+
Average cost per session
$175
Therapists in Miami Beach, FL who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Self Esteem |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Coping Skills |
64% | Stress |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Aetna |
74% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
72% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Miami Beach, FL see their clients
52% | In Person and Online | |
48% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
77% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Miami Beach?
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.