Therapists in Windsor Hills, Austin, TX
Jacqueline Ann Noel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
I believe that engaging in the process of psychotherapy with my clients is a great honor and bears much responsibility. I am committed to offering therapeutic solutions which are most suited to my clients need but much of my philosophical underpinnings are based on Client C When I see someone for therapy my goal first is to clarify the clients desired outcome. help them learn and discover helpful tools as well as strengths within themselves to adequately address life challenges and ultimately find real meaning. My goal is not to foster dependency on the counselor but rather to foster belief in self efficacy and the ability
I believe that engaging in the process of psychotherapy with my clients is a great honor and bears much responsibility. I am committed to offering therapeutic solutions which are most suited to my clients need but much of my philosophical underpinnings are based on Client C When I see someone for therapy my goal first is to clarify the clients desired outcome. help them learn and discover helpful tools as well as strengths within themselves to adequately address life challenges and ultimately find real meaning. My goal is not to foster dependency on the counselor but rather to foster belief in self efficacy and the ability
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Shanti Duncan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
I AM NOT CURRENTLY ABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS. Reaching out to a therapist for help can be an intimidating process and I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for adults, children, and teenagers, that makes talking about, and dealing with, deeply personal things less overwhelming. Many of the clients who work with me are struggling to have the kind of life they wish to have. Sometimes this is because of old behavior patterns that aren't working for them anymore, or symptoms or challenges they face because of past experiences that have made coping with current circumstances difficult.
I AM NOT CURRENTLY ABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS. Reaching out to a therapist for help can be an intimidating process and I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for adults, children, and teenagers, that makes talking about, and dealing with, deeply personal things less overwhelming. Many of the clients who work with me are struggling to have the kind of life they wish to have. Sometimes this is because of old behavior patterns that aren't working for them anymore, or symptoms or challenges they face because of past experiences that have made coping with current circumstances difficult.
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Amias Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
I believe there is always hope. Hope to reach balance. Hope to reach peace. Hope to heal. Hope to grow. With the help of a strong therapeutic relationship and appropriate interventions, I believe individuals can learn more about themselves through exploring past and present life occurrences. Within that process, present and future doubts, fears, or concerns can simultaneously be addressed.
I believe there is always hope. Hope to reach balance. Hope to reach peace. Hope to heal. Hope to grow. With the help of a strong therapeutic relationship and appropriate interventions, I believe individuals can learn more about themselves through exploring past and present life occurrences. Within that process, present and future doubts, fears, or concerns can simultaneously be addressed.
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Ulysses Lee Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like you're stuck in a rut? Are you unhappy? Does your anger get in the way of enjoying meaningful relationships? Tired of feeling out of tune with life? I believe happiness is the direct result of being in tune with one's mental and physical well being. When we understand that one has a tremendous impact on the other, only then can we begin to move towards building resiliency. My office hours will consist of evenings after 530pm to 11pm and Sat to Sun from 8pm to 5pm
Do you feel like you're stuck in a rut? Are you unhappy? Does your anger get in the way of enjoying meaningful relationships? Tired of feeling out of tune with life? I believe happiness is the direct result of being in tune with one's mental and physical well being. When we understand that one has a tremendous impact on the other, only then can we begin to move towards building resiliency. My office hours will consist of evenings after 530pm to 11pm and Sat to Sun from 8pm to 5pm
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Carolyn S Maurin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
An experienced therapist will work alongside you, providing a comfortable atmosphere of collaboration. At the core of my counseling approach is the belief that we possess the intuitive knowledge and capacity for self-healing. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I strive to provide a confidential, nonjudgmental, and safe space for growth and healing. I work with individuals, couples, and families to address their relationships with others. By embracing a person-centered approach, I aim to collaborate with you to identify aspirations and interventions that resonate with your distinct requirements. My approach is often solution-based
An experienced therapist will work alongside you, providing a comfortable atmosphere of collaboration. At the core of my counseling approach is the belief that we possess the intuitive knowledge and capacity for self-healing. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I strive to provide a confidential, nonjudgmental, and safe space for growth and healing. I work with individuals, couples, and families to address their relationships with others. By embracing a person-centered approach, I aim to collaborate with you to identify aspirations and interventions that resonate with your distinct requirements. My approach is often solution-based
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I have provided evaluation and treatment for individuals who experience difficulties from the combination of psychological symptoms and chronic medical conditions. In particular, I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing both chronic pain (specific or generalized chronic pain, fibromyalgia, migraine headaches) and symptoms of depressive/anxiety-related disorders. I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing chronic medical conditions and personality-related disorders. Often, chronic pain, leads to development or worsening of psychological symptoms. Whether an individual's psychological symptoms existed prior to or developed after his or her chronic medical condition, I offer treatment toward an increase quality of life.
I have provided evaluation and treatment for individuals who experience difficulties from the combination of psychological symptoms and chronic medical conditions. In particular, I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing both chronic pain (specific or generalized chronic pain, fibromyalgia, migraine headaches) and symptoms of depressive/anxiety-related disorders. I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing chronic medical conditions and personality-related disorders. Often, chronic pain, leads to development or worsening of psychological symptoms. Whether an individual's psychological symptoms existed prior to or developed after his or her chronic medical condition, I offer treatment toward an increase quality of life.
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Toby Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
My counseling style is mixture of respect, honesty, and compassion. My job is not to judge, but to help. That means I bring knowledge, skills, and tools from various approaches to help you with your concerns. It does not matter what the situation, problem, or circumstance is, there is room for optimism if you seek to improve it. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support, empower, and help you.
My counseling style is mixture of respect, honesty, and compassion. My job is not to judge, but to help. That means I bring knowledge, skills, and tools from various approaches to help you with your concerns. It does not matter what the situation, problem, or circumstance is, there is room for optimism if you seek to improve it. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support, empower, and help you.
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Jennifer Salazar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
I'm culturally aware and work well with a variety of people. I especially welcome adult men and women, immigrants, women of color and any people with complex barriers to living the life they want. My ideal client is someone that might carry around a lot of shame, self loathing, professionally successful but struggling with internal disdain. I enjoy working with moms of special needs children to help them find themselves again. Additionally, I enjoy working with single women looking to improve unhealthy relationship patterns and reach their goal of finding a healthy partner.
I'm culturally aware and work well with a variety of people. I especially welcome adult men and women, immigrants, women of color and any people with complex barriers to living the life they want. My ideal client is someone that might carry around a lot of shame, self loathing, professionally successful but struggling with internal disdain. I enjoy working with moms of special needs children to help them find themselves again. Additionally, I enjoy working with single women looking to improve unhealthy relationship patterns and reach their goal of finding a healthy partner.
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Rosalie Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
You are not alone. Change is hard, loss is hard, and life is hard. We all know, we can't do this alone. We all need someone: someone to listen, to care, to go along for the ride. I would be honored to be that someone for you. We as human beings have an innate desire to thrive. We all want to improve and better ourselves. I believe every individual has the capacity to grow and change, and I can help you on this journey.
You are not alone. Change is hard, loss is hard, and life is hard. We all know, we can't do this alone. We all need someone: someone to listen, to care, to go along for the ride. I would be honored to be that someone for you. We as human beings have an innate desire to thrive. We all want to improve and better ourselves. I believe every individual has the capacity to grow and change, and I can help you on this journey.
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As both a clinical psychologist and a Certified Martha Beck life coach, I am well suited for treating both mental health issues (such as depression, anxiety, and ADHD) and helping people reach goals that have felt unattainable. I can help you to decrease symptoms that are making your life feel unbearable at times, improve coping and problem-solving strategies, build on your strengths, and develop step-by-step plans to reach the goals that are important to you. I want to help you get through difficulties with the least suffering possible and on a path towards a rewarding life.
As both a clinical psychologist and a Certified Martha Beck life coach, I am well suited for treating both mental health issues (such as depression, anxiety, and ADHD) and helping people reach goals that have felt unattainable. I can help you to decrease symptoms that are making your life feel unbearable at times, improve coping and problem-solving strategies, build on your strengths, and develop step-by-step plans to reach the goals that are important to you. I want to help you get through difficulties with the least suffering possible and on a path towards a rewarding life.
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James Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC, ACSW, CGP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
Being your best can be hard, especially if you feel different, life isn't working out the way you planned, or the past won't leave you alone. But you don't have to do this by yourself. In therapy together, we start a process that explores your unique experience. I represent myself honestly to you and work to understand you honestly in a safe therapeutic relationship. Your therapy is personal. And through our work together you have the opportunity to discover more of who you are and how you live in the world around you.
Being your best can be hard, especially if you feel different, life isn't working out the way you planned, or the past won't leave you alone. But you don't have to do this by yourself. In therapy together, we start a process that explores your unique experience. I represent myself honestly to you and work to understand you honestly in a safe therapeutic relationship. Your therapy is personal. And through our work together you have the opportunity to discover more of who you are and how you live in the world around you.
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Betsy Filli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
YOU are here for a reason and being called to pay attention to a deep desire or need in your life. Perhaps it’s healing an old wound, addressing a challenge, expressing yourself, or learning to listen to your inner voice. Ignoring that small voice won't help. Trust me, I've tried, but befriending it will. Healing takes courage and creativity. All problems in living can be thought of as a failure of the imagination, an inability to envision solutions, garner resources, or initiate movement. I'm here to help you listen, visualize, and take action again!
YOU are here for a reason and being called to pay attention to a deep desire or need in your life. Perhaps it’s healing an old wound, addressing a challenge, expressing yourself, or learning to listen to your inner voice. Ignoring that small voice won't help. Trust me, I've tried, but befriending it will. Healing takes courage and creativity. All problems in living can be thought of as a failure of the imagination, an inability to envision solutions, garner resources, or initiate movement. I'm here to help you listen, visualize, and take action again!
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Marlene Iglesias-Gonzales
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
If you need someone to hold a light in the darkness through life's challenges and stressors I'm here to provide clinical support to your emotional needs. Together, we can set realistic goals and expectations for therapy to help guide you on your way to a better version of yourself. Sometimes you may not know exactly what you want out of therapy and that is ok. I'm here to help you discover what can be beneficial in your life by prioritizing your mental health and self-care.
If you need someone to hold a light in the darkness through life's challenges and stressors I'm here to provide clinical support to your emotional needs. Together, we can set realistic goals and expectations for therapy to help guide you on your way to a better version of yourself. Sometimes you may not know exactly what you want out of therapy and that is ok. I'm here to help you discover what can be beneficial in your life by prioritizing your mental health and self-care.
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Adrienne Rowland
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, TCTSY-F, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
Recovery can simultaneously be the most rewarding and demanding part of your life. It can leave you feeling exposed and raw at the end of the day even though your recovery has shown you are resilient. Recovery from alcohol and other substances involves daily hard work and at times can feel monotonous. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and other life struggles just seem to add to an already daunting process. The fear of relapsing into old habits and behaviors can be all-consuming and can cloud your reasons for exploring sobriety in the first place.
Recovery can simultaneously be the most rewarding and demanding part of your life. It can leave you feeling exposed and raw at the end of the day even though your recovery has shown you are resilient. Recovery from alcohol and other substances involves daily hard work and at times can feel monotonous. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and other life struggles just seem to add to an already daunting process. The fear of relapsing into old habits and behaviors can be all-consuming and can cloud your reasons for exploring sobriety in the first place.
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Susanna Kaufman
LPC Associate, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
Life gets overwhelming sometimes. Feeling like no one really gets us or what we’ve been through is a lonely place to be. And sometimes just that one new challenge on top of everything else makes us wonder if we might need to reach out for help. Take the plunge. In our work together, I will help ground and guide us in the therapy process, but your needs and goals will remain the priority. I work with adults and offer a safe platform to look deeper at what challenges you face and what will help you overcome them. Our connection in therapy helps you explore and strengthen the connection you have with yourself and those around you.
Life gets overwhelming sometimes. Feeling like no one really gets us or what we’ve been through is a lonely place to be. And sometimes just that one new challenge on top of everything else makes us wonder if we might need to reach out for help. Take the plunge. In our work together, I will help ground and guide us in the therapy process, but your needs and goals will remain the priority. I work with adults and offer a safe platform to look deeper at what challenges you face and what will help you overcome them. Our connection in therapy helps you explore and strengthen the connection you have with yourself and those around you.
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Dr. Arna Erega
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCMHC, CH
Verified Verified
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
After many years of experience in sport. Starting out as a youth and working my way through the ranks of amateur, Division I student-athlete, and ultimately a professional athlete, I can relate to the many pressures athletes and other competitive individuals face. I do not believe in the one shoe fits all theory.
After many years of experience in sport. Starting out as a youth and working my way through the ranks of amateur, Division I student-athlete, and ultimately a professional athlete, I can relate to the many pressures athletes and other competitive individuals face. I do not believe in the one shoe fits all theory.
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Rebecca Craig
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
Navigating life’s complexities can often feel overwhelming. Whether you’re grappling with intimate relationship issues, managing the unique pressures of being an emergency responder, or facing personal challenges, you don’t have to go through it alone. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can openly explore these difficulties and discover your inner strengths.
Navigating life’s complexities can often feel overwhelming. Whether you’re grappling with intimate relationship issues, managing the unique pressures of being an emergency responder, or facing personal challenges, you don’t have to go through it alone. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can openly explore these difficulties and discover your inner strengths.
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Megan Counts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping people learn how to cultivate and keep healthy relationships with family, friends and romantic partners. Many people tend to repeat unhealthy relationship cycles that lead to anxiety, depression, frustration and hopelessness. If you find yourself struggling in the world of navigating adult friendships, family dynamics and dating it can be helpful to work with a licensed professional to help guide and support you while you work to create healthy relationships. Together we will explore how discover and express your needs, increase emotional regulation and how to create and implement relational boundaries.
I specialize in helping people learn how to cultivate and keep healthy relationships with family, friends and romantic partners. Many people tend to repeat unhealthy relationship cycles that lead to anxiety, depression, frustration and hopelessness. If you find yourself struggling in the world of navigating adult friendships, family dynamics and dating it can be helpful to work with a licensed professional to help guide and support you while you work to create healthy relationships. Together we will explore how discover and express your needs, increase emotional regulation and how to create and implement relational boundaries.
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We all know the signs – a heavy heart and a restless mind. Sleepless nights, joyless days, grumpiness, stress. constant crisis, overwhelming emotions. It's not working. But there's a way that works. Therapy works. You can calm those big feelings and make good choices. My clients and I work together like a basketball team moving the ball down the court. We pass the ball back and forth, sharing ideas, noticing themes, clarifying values, shaping your vision until you’re ready to take the shot. My approach is deeply collaborative and research-based. I’m strongly informed by CBT, DBT, Hypnosis, EMDR, Polyvagal and Neurodivergent Theory.
We all know the signs – a heavy heart and a restless mind. Sleepless nights, joyless days, grumpiness, stress. constant crisis, overwhelming emotions. It's not working. But there's a way that works. Therapy works. You can calm those big feelings and make good choices. My clients and I work together like a basketball team moving the ball down the court. We pass the ball back and forth, sharing ideas, noticing themes, clarifying values, shaping your vision until you’re ready to take the shot. My approach is deeply collaborative and research-based. I’m strongly informed by CBT, DBT, Hypnosis, EMDR, Polyvagal and Neurodivergent Theory.
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Jaime Nichols
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Windsor Hills, Austin, TX 78753
Hardly anybody I know aspires to be that average, center-of-the-bell-curve person. In different ways, we all deviate from the norm, which explains our own uniqueness. My aim as a therapist is to work with individuals, couples, triads, and families in a way that celebrates their uniqueness and "incurable deviance." By meeting you where you are, with who you are, in a way that makes best use of your unique strengths, hopes, dreams, and quirks, we can work together as client(s) and therapist to help you address your current challenges, get lots more of what you want, develop skills, transform, and explore new choices available to you.
Hardly anybody I know aspires to be that average, center-of-the-bell-curve person. In different ways, we all deviate from the norm, which explains our own uniqueness. My aim as a therapist is to work with individuals, couples, triads, and families in a way that celebrates their uniqueness and "incurable deviance." By meeting you where you are, with who you are, in a way that makes best use of your unique strengths, hopes, dreams, and quirks, we can work together as client(s) and therapist to help you address your current challenges, get lots more of what you want, develop skills, transform, and explore new choices available to you.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Windsor Hills, Austin, TX
50+
Average cost per session
$145
Therapists in Windsor Hills, Austin, TX who prioritize treating:
93% | Depression |
91% | Anxiety |
79% | Self Esteem |
74% | Stress |
72% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
62% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
89% | Aetna |
73% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
71% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Windsor Hills, Austin, TX see their clients
63% | In Person and Online | |
37% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
17% | Male | |
5% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Windsor Hills, Austin?
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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.