Therapists in Thorndale, TX
![Photo of Aminah M. Austin, LMSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/28eecb4d-219f-4ab8-9a2c-51b02fd523a6/2/320x400.jpeg)
There are times when we need assistance navigating through life's obstacles. Other times, we don't need intense evaluation but practical solutions. Sometimes, we need a listening ear to help us gain confidence and reassurance when we've allowed life to get us down. I want to establish an environment that promotes success and the general welfare of every client. Together, we can explore the steps and recourses needed for you to get to your desired destination of well-being.
There are times when we need assistance navigating through life's obstacles. Other times, we don't need intense evaluation but practical solutions. Sometimes, we need a listening ear to help us gain confidence and reassurance when we've allowed life to get us down. I want to establish an environment that promotes success and the general welfare of every client. Together, we can explore the steps and recourses needed for you to get to your desired destination of well-being.
![Photo of Keri Cooper, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cbdbf8c7-a3d7-4d35-a703-3fe8ce794f86/2/320x400.png)
My name is Keri Cooper, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and LPC Supervisor with over 21 years of clinical experience working with older teens and adults who suffer from Anxiety, Stress, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, and Life Coaching issues. I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Client-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based, and Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT) during treatments with my clients. I believe everyone should have the opportunity to make positive changes and live their best life. It's a privilege to be a part of that journey.
My name is Keri Cooper, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and LPC Supervisor with over 21 years of clinical experience working with older teens and adults who suffer from Anxiety, Stress, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, and Life Coaching issues. I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Positive Psychology, Client-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based, and Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT) during treatments with my clients. I believe everyone should have the opportunity to make positive changes and live their best life. It's a privilege to be a part of that journey.
![Photo of Shawn Edgington, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/63e26e70-efed-486a-b77b-ab0b43f0043e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Shawn Edgington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Thorndale, TX 76577 (Online Only)
My name is Shawn Edgington, and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas and Florida. My passions are working with children, families and individuals. I specialize in Anxiety, women's issues and trauma. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing life transitions and changes, anxiety, depression and mood disorders. When meeting with me, I want clients to feel like they are sitting in a warm comfortable chair in a calm environment and comfortable sharing their emotions.
My name is Shawn Edgington, and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas and Florida. My passions are working with children, families and individuals. I specialize in Anxiety, women's issues and trauma. I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing life transitions and changes, anxiety, depression and mood disorders. When meeting with me, I want clients to feel like they are sitting in a warm comfortable chair in a calm environment and comfortable sharing their emotions.
More Therapists Nearby
![Photo of Terry L Young - Anchor to Serenity, MS, LPC, LCDC, CDBT, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a250f258-8120-4d74-800c-f49b3e6ccba9/2/320x400.jpeg)
Anchor to Serenity
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC, CDBT
Verified Verified
Rockdale, TX 76567
Hello, I have been an LPC for 3 years now and an LCDC for 8 year. While I love to work with people who are dealing with depression and anxiety, I have a true passion for Trauma work and Addiction work. I am ready to help you wherever you are on your journey. I have been certified in DBT, CBT and Trauma. I can help you in any way please do not hesitate to contact me
Hello, I have been an LPC for 3 years now and an LCDC for 8 year. While I love to work with people who are dealing with depression and anxiety, I have a true passion for Trauma work and Addiction work. I am ready to help you wherever you are on your journey. I have been certified in DBT, CBT and Trauma. I can help you in any way please do not hesitate to contact me
Online Therapists
![Photo of Aika Marchant - Mindful Relationships Therapy , MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/82ac32ac-dbe8-40eb-a7ec-ce4a33e3b7fa/1/320x400.png)
Mindful Relationships Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748 (Online Only)
At Mindful Relationships Therapy, we specialize in working with individuals and couples who are experiencing relationship issues or symptoms of panic, anxiety, depression, and/or PTSD. We specialize in clients who have a history of trauma, whether it was physical or emotional neglect/abuse during childhood or a recent trauma experienced as an adult. We are also inspired to support clients who identify as POC (person of color) and/or are in cross cultural relationships.
At Mindful Relationships Therapy, we specialize in working with individuals and couples who are experiencing relationship issues or symptoms of panic, anxiety, depression, and/or PTSD. We specialize in clients who have a history of trauma, whether it was physical or emotional neglect/abuse during childhood or a recent trauma experienced as an adult. We are also inspired to support clients who identify as POC (person of color) and/or are in cross cultural relationships.
![Photo of Amanda L. T. Herring, LCDC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/82ade726-68d5-4909-a942-8d4935b8f96b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Amanda L. T. Herring
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Braunfels, TX 78130 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you struggle to get through your day, burdened by anxious thoughts and feelings of emptiness and futility, you're in good company. Feelings of low self-worth, loss of identity, lack of purpose, disconnection in relationships, or existential/spiritual angst can have many different origins in our past experiences. These emotions force us to come face to face with life's most difficult questions every day. If you're tired of living in your own head, I want to help you sort through your own thoughts and feelings to find those answers and move forward.
If you struggle to get through your day, burdened by anxious thoughts and feelings of emptiness and futility, you're in good company. Feelings of low self-worth, loss of identity, lack of purpose, disconnection in relationships, or existential/spiritual angst can have many different origins in our past experiences. These emotions force us to come face to face with life's most difficult questions every day. If you're tired of living in your own head, I want to help you sort through your own thoughts and feelings to find those answers and move forward.
![Photo of Kendra Foisie Rice, MA, LMHC, NCC, PMH-C, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/315de424-19b8-4452-9f49-ebd561b28a59/1/320x400.jpeg)
Kendra Foisie Rice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Has becoming a parent been more challenging than you expected? Are you struggling to feel connected to your partner or to your baby? Are you feeling unsupported, exhausted, fearful, or sad when you thought you would be feeling elated? Are you questioning whether your experience is normal and wondering if things could be better? Now more than ever, moms and parents are feeling the pressure to be "perfect" without the support they really need to thrive. You can and should be doing more than just surviving parenthood.
Has becoming a parent been more challenging than you expected? Are you struggling to feel connected to your partner or to your baby? Are you feeling unsupported, exhausted, fearful, or sad when you thought you would be feeling elated? Are you questioning whether your experience is normal and wondering if things could be better? Now more than ever, moms and parents are feeling the pressure to be "perfect" without the support they really need to thrive. You can and should be doing more than just surviving parenthood.
![Photo of Robert D. Broadhead, RT, MSRLS, CTRS, TRS/TXC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f893ddd-7d7e-4646-9f1b-398088d6747c/3/320x400.jpeg)
You deserve therapy as unique as you are. I am a master's degree (M.S.-R.L.S.) Recreational Therapist (RT) in private practice at Inclusion Therapies. I provide outpatient rehabilitation Recreational Therapy (i.e., Experiential Activity-Based) for mental and physical optimum health (both online telehealth and in-person sessions). At our Lake Travis location, the Center for Therapeutic Recreation Technology (CTRT), we provide techniques including biofeedback, Ecotherapy (Nature therapy), video gaming, and virtual reality therapy. In the greater Austin, Texas area we provide limited Community-Based sessions.
You deserve therapy as unique as you are. I am a master's degree (M.S.-R.L.S.) Recreational Therapist (RT) in private practice at Inclusion Therapies. I provide outpatient rehabilitation Recreational Therapy (i.e., Experiential Activity-Based) for mental and physical optimum health (both online telehealth and in-person sessions). At our Lake Travis location, the Center for Therapeutic Recreation Technology (CTRT), we provide techniques including biofeedback, Ecotherapy (Nature therapy), video gaming, and virtual reality therapy. In the greater Austin, Texas area we provide limited Community-Based sessions.
![Photo of Megan Joiner, LMSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8d56b57c-8703-47cb-ac7d-5a6d28a92368/2/320x400.jpeg)
I'm excited to help you embark on a powerful journey of healing and growth. As a Licensed Master Social Worker and therapist, I bring my genuine and thoughtful nature to every session, along with my dedication, reliability, and attention to detail. My clients often describe me as warm, empathetic, and honest, providing a safe space where they feel seen, heard, and understood.
I'm excited to help you embark on a powerful journey of healing and growth. As a Licensed Master Social Worker and therapist, I bring my genuine and thoughtful nature to every session, along with my dedication, reliability, and attention to detail. My clients often describe me as warm, empathetic, and honest, providing a safe space where they feel seen, heard, and understood.
![Photo of Sarah Behrens, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0ef31133-d482-40ce-8daf-3ed491927563/1/320x400.jpeg)
Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are. So who do you ultimately want to be? What is going on in your life to cause stress or strife? What can we change or take out to improve things? Are you communicating effectively with your adolescent or loved ones? Life can throw many different obstacles that cause stress, anxiety, depression, and a breakdown of relationships. One of the hardest relationships for parents or caregivers can be the one with their teenager. As a marriage and family therapist I take a look at your entire life and not just the person itself to facilitate change.
Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are. So who do you ultimately want to be? What is going on in your life to cause stress or strife? What can we change or take out to improve things? Are you communicating effectively with your adolescent or loved ones? Life can throw many different obstacles that cause stress, anxiety, depression, and a breakdown of relationships. One of the hardest relationships for parents or caregivers can be the one with their teenager. As a marriage and family therapist I take a look at your entire life and not just the person itself to facilitate change.
![Photo of Jill Clark, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ff3df39b-f3b1-48f1-b35c-8e70f1d51761/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing mental health support to individuals of all ages. I am genuine and down-to-earth, offering a safe and accepting environment. I provide counseling support on issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, setting boundaries, relationship issues, abuse, and trauma.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing mental health support to individuals of all ages. I am genuine and down-to-earth, offering a safe and accepting environment. I provide counseling support on issues such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, setting boundaries, relationship issues, abuse, and trauma.
![Photo of Tommie Espinosa, LCSW-S, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dec832ca-cba5-4806-904d-568705183d05/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tommie Espinosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leander, TX 78641 (Online Only)
I have 27 years of experience helping clients improve their overall well-being. I use a person-centered approach to create individualized treatment plans that consider the best fit for each client emotionally, socially, and cognitively. I am fluent in English and Spanish and am passionate about working with the LatinX and Hispanic community. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor. Additionally, I provide psychological evaluations related to immigration cases for those in need of this forensic assessment for pending legal processes for US citizenship or political asylum.
I have 27 years of experience helping clients improve their overall well-being. I use a person-centered approach to create individualized treatment plans that consider the best fit for each client emotionally, socially, and cognitively. I am fluent in English and Spanish and am passionate about working with the LatinX and Hispanic community. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Board Approved Clinical Supervisor. Additionally, I provide psychological evaluations related to immigration cases for those in need of this forensic assessment for pending legal processes for US citizenship or political asylum.
![Photo of Dawn Marie Borellis, MA, LPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/58bc26c0-5a5b-4a4b-97d3-05debb8e305c/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dawn Marie Borellis
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bee Caves, TX 78738
Living with Anxiety and OCD can feel like being trapped in a loop. Thoughts race and you try and distract yourself form your worries and fears, but they just seem to get worse. The things that used to bring joy, now fell like too much, so you avoid them. You feel alone, like no one will understand these thoughts that do not make sense. Seeking reassurance helps for a little while but the anxiety always comes back. Living with anxiety and OCD makes everyday a struggle and it is exhausting. Life without the burden of all these worries can feel out of reach, but it does not have to be this way.
Living with Anxiety and OCD can feel like being trapped in a loop. Thoughts race and you try and distract yourself form your worries and fears, but they just seem to get worse. The things that used to bring joy, now fell like too much, so you avoid them. You feel alone, like no one will understand these thoughts that do not make sense. Seeking reassurance helps for a little while but the anxiety always comes back. Living with anxiety and OCD makes everyday a struggle and it is exhausting. Life without the burden of all these worries can feel out of reach, but it does not have to be this way.
![Photo of Haley Peterson, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ca2d7570-40fa-476e-bbf1-a55285ceec1c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Haley Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701 (Online Only)
No matter how successful we are, we often feel trapped by the expectations of others. Constantly striving to meet benchmarks that leave us feeling unfulfilled. I’m Haley Peterson, LCSW and I specialize in helping individuals navigate life transitions, manage anxiety, depression, and trauma, and establish healthy boundaries. Whether you're facing significant changes or seeking a deeper connection with your true self, my holistic and individualized approach can help. Together, we will work to build your self-worth and confidence, break free from external pressures, and live a life that is authentic and fulfilling.
No matter how successful we are, we often feel trapped by the expectations of others. Constantly striving to meet benchmarks that leave us feeling unfulfilled. I’m Haley Peterson, LCSW and I specialize in helping individuals navigate life transitions, manage anxiety, depression, and trauma, and establish healthy boundaries. Whether you're facing significant changes or seeking a deeper connection with your true self, my holistic and individualized approach can help. Together, we will work to build your self-worth and confidence, break free from external pressures, and live a life that is authentic and fulfilling.
![Photo of Mayra Sigala-Ramon, MEd, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a44973d8-5494-4887-abb2-133d431cc19b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Mayra Sigala-Ramon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78748 (Online Only)
Now Accepting New Clients - We all experience challenges, stresses and obstacles in life that leave us feeling stuck, confused or lost. Your mental health is important. How you experience your world and cope with your feelings, influences every part of you. Lately, you’ve noticed it’s difficult to concentrate or struggle to find the energy to begin tasks. You've come to the realization that you put on a mask everyday and it’s exhausting. I see you, I hear you, you don’t have to do this alone.
Now Accepting New Clients - We all experience challenges, stresses and obstacles in life that leave us feeling stuck, confused or lost. Your mental health is important. How you experience your world and cope with your feelings, influences every part of you. Lately, you’ve noticed it’s difficult to concentrate or struggle to find the energy to begin tasks. You've come to the realization that you put on a mask everyday and it’s exhausting. I see you, I hear you, you don’t have to do this alone.
![Photo of Madeleine Bradshaw, MSSW, LMSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e58aaa19-7a91-4feb-8a96-60ed5127d686/1/320x400.png)
Madeleine Bradshaw
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78746
Anxiety leaves us feeling on edge, over-controlled, and disconnected from our true selves. You’re someone who tries every stress relief technique in the book but still finds yourself worried, exhausted and feeling empty at the end of each day. Constantly filling up other people’s cups– at work, in relationships, with family and friends, but who is filling up your cup? You’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to lessen the emotional burden. You’re ready to set boundaries and keep them. Most of all, you’re ready to break the patterns that leave you feeling stuck. I want to help you get there.
Anxiety leaves us feeling on edge, over-controlled, and disconnected from our true selves. You’re someone who tries every stress relief technique in the book but still finds yourself worried, exhausted and feeling empty at the end of each day. Constantly filling up other people’s cups– at work, in relationships, with family and friends, but who is filling up your cup? You’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to lessen the emotional burden. You’re ready to set boundaries and keep them. Most of all, you’re ready to break the patterns that leave you feeling stuck. I want to help you get there.
![Photo of Alyssa Castaño-Mann, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/168b6c70-7d4a-4344-a6a6-726e5cfcc1d2/2/320x400.jpeg)
Alyssa Castaño-Mann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kyle, TX 78640
Waitlist for new clients
I work with the healers and helpers who not only have seen the worst in their work, but also have a personal history of trauma. So many in the healing and helping professions have painful backgrounds that have fueled their fire to care for others. Healers experience some of the worst and most rampant burnout which can stem from a number of places including vicarious trauma and having past traumas triggered by clients, systems, and the overall work. Move from an inner place of fear, imposter syndrome and co-dependency to a place of inner security.
I work with the healers and helpers who not only have seen the worst in their work, but also have a personal history of trauma. So many in the healing and helping professions have painful backgrounds that have fueled their fire to care for others. Healers experience some of the worst and most rampant burnout which can stem from a number of places including vicarious trauma and having past traumas triggered by clients, systems, and the overall work. Move from an inner place of fear, imposter syndrome and co-dependency to a place of inner security.
![Photo of Brittany Fellwock - EMDR Therapy Austin, LPC-S, LPC-A, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7c8adcc4-f912-488f-ae3e-d2e0c261970f/1/320x400.jpeg)
EMDR Therapy Austin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LPC-A
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78756 (Online Only)
At EMDR Therapy Austin we don’t just treat trauma, we help resolve trauma. We address the core, underlying patterns and long-held beliefs that drive symptoms of anxiety and depression and are perpetuated by unresolved trauma. While EMDR therapy is in our name, our therapists are integrative. Our individualized approach is both scientific and artful— skillfully blending cutting-edge trauma modalities like NARM, somatic therapies, and IFS parts work; relationship science rooted in attachment theory; our own intuition and hard-earned wisdom; as well as a genuine curiosity to get to know you deeply.
At EMDR Therapy Austin we don’t just treat trauma, we help resolve trauma. We address the core, underlying patterns and long-held beliefs that drive symptoms of anxiety and depression and are perpetuated by unresolved trauma. While EMDR therapy is in our name, our therapists are integrative. Our individualized approach is both scientific and artful— skillfully blending cutting-edge trauma modalities like NARM, somatic therapies, and IFS parts work; relationship science rooted in attachment theory; our own intuition and hard-earned wisdom; as well as a genuine curiosity to get to know you deeply.
![Photo of Lea Bond - Let’s Talk Counseling Center, M, S, L, P, C, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/369742f7-31e8-483d-91c8-8d48f24f08f8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Let’s Talk Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, M, S, L, P, C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tomball, TX 77375
Are you searching for that counselor who can really help with life’s challenges? are you struggling under the burden of anxiety or depression? With life changes, family or relationship issues? With troubled children or teens? With a stress overload at home, school or work? With your own sense of self worth? I am an experienced counselor dedicated to helping women, children and teens with these issues.
Are you searching for that counselor who can really help with life’s challenges? are you struggling under the burden of anxiety or depression? With life changes, family or relationship issues? With troubled children or teens? With a stress overload at home, school or work? With your own sense of self worth? I am an experienced counselor dedicated to helping women, children and teens with these issues.
![Photo of Christine Barry Rains, MSSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3e31c66f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Christine Barry Rains
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701 (Online Only)
I believe that therapy can bring positive changes in helping you live a healthy, balanced and fulfilling life. My belief is to start where you are comfortable and build a relationship by providing a safe, warm and understanding environment. I take a holistic approach to therapy and my goal is to help you set and achieve goals, identify and learn to tolerate emotions, and gain new perspectives and insight.
I believe that therapy can bring positive changes in helping you live a healthy, balanced and fulfilling life. My belief is to start where you are comfortable and build a relationship by providing a safe, warm and understanding environment. I take a holistic approach to therapy and my goal is to help you set and achieve goals, identify and learn to tolerate emotions, and gain new perspectives and insight.
See more therapy options for Thorndale
Nearby Searches for Thorndale
See More TherapistsHow does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Thorndale, TX
< 10
Therapists in Thorndale, TX who prioritize treating:
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
100% | Coping Skills |
100% | Stress |
50% | Depression |
50% | Infertility |
50% | Life Coaching |
Average years in practice
23 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Thorndale, TX see their clients
50% | In Person and Online | |
50% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Thorndale?
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.
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Learn more about how to find a therapist
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.