Therapists in Keswick, VA
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Shannon Stewart Enold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Keswick, VA 22947 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with anyone who wants to improve their well-being & overall happiness. Sometimes we are inspired to improve our lives & wish to set goals to accomplish. Other times, life brings unexpected changes that can be overwhelming. I have extensive experience working with couples, military families, oncology & hospice. Survivorship & caregiver fatigue are also near & dear to me.
I enjoy working with anyone who wants to improve their well-being & overall happiness. Sometimes we are inspired to improve our lives & wish to set goals to accomplish. Other times, life brings unexpected changes that can be overwhelming. I have extensive experience working with couples, military families, oncology & hospice. Survivorship & caregiver fatigue are also near & dear to me.
![Photo of January Marshall, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/66ba198d-cf4d-47b0-abe5-c55fdd57d0f5/1/320x400.jpeg)
January offers a safe, compassionate environment for clients to be seen and heard. She understands that mental distress is not a condition to be "fixed," but comes alongside each client to guide them in pathways to emotional, relational, and spiritual healing. Though she utilizes a Christian perspectives, January also realizes that every client is on a different spirtiual and life journey, and is experienced in working with persons of every walk of life and faith. She recognizes that emotional distress is universal to all, life is filled with an abundance of storms throughout our lifetimes, and healing is available to all.
January offers a safe, compassionate environment for clients to be seen and heard. She understands that mental distress is not a condition to be "fixed," but comes alongside each client to guide them in pathways to emotional, relational, and spiritual healing. Though she utilizes a Christian perspectives, January also realizes that every client is on a different spirtiual and life journey, and is experienced in working with persons of every walk of life and faith. She recognizes that emotional distress is universal to all, life is filled with an abundance of storms throughout our lifetimes, and healing is available to all.
![Photo of Jill Cartwright, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c472c54-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the mental health private practice industry since 1998 and licensed since 2000. I provide psychotherapy to adults to help them achieve personal growth, balance, and wellness. I have spent much of my experience working with adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy is primarily cognitive-behavioral emphasizing solution-focused therapy. I include clients in the development of personalized treatment plans and will use a holistic approach, which means I may use different methods to help you meet your goals including reality therapy, family systems therapy and homework.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been in the mental health private practice industry since 1998 and licensed since 2000. I provide psychotherapy to adults to help them achieve personal growth, balance, and wellness. I have spent much of my experience working with adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy is primarily cognitive-behavioral emphasizing solution-focused therapy. I include clients in the development of personalized treatment plans and will use a holistic approach, which means I may use different methods to help you meet your goals including reality therapy, family systems therapy and homework.
![Photo of Adam D Williams, MS, LPC, RPT-S, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a5b47790-bb82-40d0-afc5-8a8aa20ad071/3/320x400.jpeg)
I’m in a group practice called Mountaintop Therapy Group. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with a wide range of symptoms including ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental difficulties, autism spectrum challenges, depression, anxiety, or substance use issues. Many of my clients have been struggling with adjusting to a life change, such as grief/loss, or a change in family dynamics. If I’m unable to work with you I hope to connect you with one of the other highly skilled therapists at our group!
I’m in a group practice called Mountaintop Therapy Group. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults who are struggling with a wide range of symptoms including ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental difficulties, autism spectrum challenges, depression, anxiety, or substance use issues. Many of my clients have been struggling with adjusting to a life change, such as grief/loss, or a change in family dynamics. If I’m unable to work with you I hope to connect you with one of the other highly skilled therapists at our group!
![Photo of Damara Beckett, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6bc32fcf-b6da-419d-8954-ae4a040713c1/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, my name is Damara Beckett, Lpc, Csac. As a clinician, I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them as they become better versions of themselves. I specialize in substance use and general mental health treatment of those ages 13-99 years old. I have a vast array of treating individuals with substance use disorder and general mental health conditions. The most common theoretical approach of my work is cognitive behavior. I work with individuals to explore how their thinking can change feelings and behaviors, thus creating a more favorable outcome.
Hello, my name is Damara Beckett, Lpc, Csac. As a clinician, I meet clients where they are and walk alongside them as they become better versions of themselves. I specialize in substance use and general mental health treatment of those ages 13-99 years old. I have a vast array of treating individuals with substance use disorder and general mental health conditions. The most common theoretical approach of my work is cognitive behavior. I work with individuals to explore how their thinking can change feelings and behaviors, thus creating a more favorable outcome.
![Photo of Mary Jo Davis, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/446cdf17-afd8-4fde-a692-ac39d8269c23/1/320x400.png)
Hello - I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience working with adolescents, families, and couples in private practice and school social work in secondary and elementary schools. I specialize in working with anxiety, coping skills, children or adolescents, school issues, job stress, self esteem. I utilize dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), using these clinical modalities to support my clients in therapy. We will define your progress toward your dreams and what it will look like to work together.
Hello - I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience working with adolescents, families, and couples in private practice and school social work in secondary and elementary schools. I specialize in working with anxiety, coping skills, children or adolescents, school issues, job stress, self esteem. I utilize dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), using these clinical modalities to support my clients in therapy. We will define your progress toward your dreams and what it will look like to work together.
![Photo of Doris Dodson, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4a644bd3-edf5-4ef9-aecb-97ea5d622b9c/1/320x400.png)
Doris Dodson (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who uses a strengths-based approach to treat clients dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, adoption, grief/loss, and relationship issues. She believes clients are the experts on themselves and she has worked collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults to overcome challenges. Doris has a wide range of experience including teaching social work students in higher education, leading anger management and batterers intervention groups, and training mental health clinicians in providing therapeutic services to clients impacted by foster care and adoption.
Doris Dodson (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who uses a strengths-based approach to treat clients dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, adoption, grief/loss, and relationship issues. She believes clients are the experts on themselves and she has worked collaboratively with children, adolescents, and adults to overcome challenges. Doris has a wide range of experience including teaching social work students in higher education, leading anger management and batterers intervention groups, and training mental health clinicians in providing therapeutic services to clients impacted by foster care and adoption.
![Photo of Susan Dendtler, MA, LPC, -MHSP, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4cab0b63-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Susan Dendtler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, -MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Keswick, VA 22947
I specialize in couples (including non-monogamous) and individuals who want to strengthen their relationships with self and others. The skills we will practice in therapy are not about fixing you. You are not broken, even though you may feel that way. Our work together will be about honing the innate resources you already have inside of you and fostering a greater sense of connection and safety. I take a holistic perspective including, but not limited to, how trauma, gender, minority status, ethnicity, socioeconomic position, and religious upbringings affect us.
I specialize in couples (including non-monogamous) and individuals who want to strengthen their relationships with self and others. The skills we will practice in therapy are not about fixing you. You are not broken, even though you may feel that way. Our work together will be about honing the innate resources you already have inside of you and fostering a greater sense of connection and safety. I take a holistic perspective including, but not limited to, how trauma, gender, minority status, ethnicity, socioeconomic position, and religious upbringings affect us.
![Photo of Anne Oelrich, MSW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9612eaa8-04c7-464f-b0f4-47b663678e52/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi! I specialize in working with pre-teens, teens, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, grief, body image, identity, sexuality and more. I have a special interest in working with members of the LGBTQ community. If you our your child is having a hard time with social pressure, adjusting to school or other transitions, sadness, managing daily stressors, and/or identity development, I would love to help.
Hi! I specialize in working with pre-teens, teens, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, grief, body image, identity, sexuality and more. I have a special interest in working with members of the LGBTQ community. If you our your child is having a hard time with social pressure, adjusting to school or other transitions, sadness, managing daily stressors, and/or identity development, I would love to help.
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Hannah Hazel
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Keswick, VA 22947 (Online Only)
You deserve support that brings peace and comfort to your mind, body, and heart. You and your story deserve to be heard and held as you heal. No matter what part of life you are currently in, you deserve a therapist that you connect with. I help clients in all stages of life process feelings of anxiety, depression, loss, and post-traumatic stress. I offer a holistic method through a combination of mindfulness, movement, spirituality, and psychotherapy. My goal is for you to gain helpful coping skills, emotional processing, and a deeper sense of self. All parts of you are welcome and honored!
You deserve support that brings peace and comfort to your mind, body, and heart. You and your story deserve to be heard and held as you heal. No matter what part of life you are currently in, you deserve a therapist that you connect with. I help clients in all stages of life process feelings of anxiety, depression, loss, and post-traumatic stress. I offer a holistic method through a combination of mindfulness, movement, spirituality, and psychotherapy. My goal is for you to gain helpful coping skills, emotional processing, and a deeper sense of self. All parts of you are welcome and honored!
![Photo of Dr. Amy Kale Fraites, PhD, LPC, RPTS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dd2a97d4-5251-4309-90f3-761f17159de5/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Amy Kale Fraites
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, RPTS
Verified Verified
Keswick, VA 22947
When our children face challenges, we as parents feel the weight of their struggles. Our instinct is to offer support, yet at times we may find ourselves unsure of how to best help them. Children encounter difficulties in various aspects of their lives and my work focuses on some of those areas: school and learning differences, relationships, health issues and chronic illness, grief, loss, and anxiety. I offer parents two ways of assisting their children-through having their child work directly with me in individual Play Therapy with parent consultation or through training parents in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy.
When our children face challenges, we as parents feel the weight of their struggles. Our instinct is to offer support, yet at times we may find ourselves unsure of how to best help them. Children encounter difficulties in various aspects of their lives and my work focuses on some of those areas: school and learning differences, relationships, health issues and chronic illness, grief, loss, and anxiety. I offer parents two ways of assisting their children-through having their child work directly with me in individual Play Therapy with parent consultation or through training parents in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy.
![Photo of Brittany Sullivan, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e254a52f-c1f7-48b8-804a-a17ee21ce286/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello! I am a Resident in Counseling under the supervision of Kathleen Van Allen, LPC dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families seeking support for a wide range of mental health concerns. With training in EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment therapy, I bring a holistic and integrative approach to our work together. My goal is to empower you to understand your inner world, heal from past wounds, and build stronger, healthier connections with yourself and others. I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
Hello! I am a Resident in Counseling under the supervision of Kathleen Van Allen, LPC dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families seeking support for a wide range of mental health concerns. With training in EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment therapy, I bring a holistic and integrative approach to our work together. My goal is to empower you to understand your inner world, heal from past wounds, and build stronger, healthier connections with yourself and others. I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and am dedicated to supporting you every step of the way.
![Photo of Helen Dempsey-Henofer - Divergent Path Wellness, MSW, LCSW, ADHD-SP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/dc64c5a0-406d-4d76-b6d5-d120a028d2ed/2/320x400.jpeg)
Divergent Path Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ADHD-SP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Keswick, VA 22947
Discover healing that honors your identity. We specialize in informed, affirming therapy for people with spiritual and religious trauma, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and neurodivergent people (including folks with ADHD, Autism, and those who relate to being "highly sensitive"). Let's get into it together and support you in authoring your next chapter, in which you show up with new skills and support, anchored in your authenticity.
Discover healing that honors your identity. We specialize in informed, affirming therapy for people with spiritual and religious trauma, members of the LGBTQIA+ community and neurodivergent people (including folks with ADHD, Autism, and those who relate to being "highly sensitive"). Let's get into it together and support you in authoring your next chapter, in which you show up with new skills and support, anchored in your authenticity.
![Photo of Jem Iwatsubo, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f2a5d3b0-72d9-458b-b2e6-3f60cd323bc0/3/320x400.png)
I want to help you discover your strengths and explore new possibilities that help you move forward in a new direction. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals, to affect personal growth, empowerment, and enhancing relationships.
I want to help you discover your strengths and explore new possibilities that help you move forward in a new direction. I am passionate about working with couples and individuals, to affect personal growth, empowerment, and enhancing relationships.
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Katelyn Sessums
Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy, MS, LBA, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Welcome! Thank you for being here! Often times, life can become entangled with painful events, memories, relationship breakdowns and emotional turmoil; that taking a moment to seek help can feel overwhelming. For this reason, I thank you for taking the time to pause and reflect on your needs or the needs of your child (children). As a Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy, I work with individuals, couples, children and families. My goal is to bring connection and fulfillment to each person on your journey to healing.
Welcome! Thank you for being here! Often times, life can become entangled with painful events, memories, relationship breakdowns and emotional turmoil; that taking a moment to seek help can feel overwhelming. For this reason, I thank you for taking the time to pause and reflect on your needs or the needs of your child (children). As a Resident in Marriage and Family Therapy, I work with individuals, couples, children and families. My goal is to bring connection and fulfillment to each person on your journey to healing.
![Photo of Leon Henry, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/16694729-dcd6-4b76-8e7c-e79a2c07f3ac/2/320x400.png)
Leon Henry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22901
I specialize in working with children and families going through difficult times and challenging situations. I have worked as a Program Coordinator at the Boys and Girls Club as well as in residential treatment for children with behavioral challenges in western Massachusetts. The majority of my career was spent at the Department of Children and Families, CPS for the State of Mass. During my 13 years of employment at DCF, I worked in many capacities including management. These experience have helped me to understand Complex Family Dynamics, Governmental Systems, and how they related to Substance Abuse, Mental Health and Community.
I specialize in working with children and families going through difficult times and challenging situations. I have worked as a Program Coordinator at the Boys and Girls Club as well as in residential treatment for children with behavioral challenges in western Massachusetts. The majority of my career was spent at the Department of Children and Families, CPS for the State of Mass. During my 13 years of employment at DCF, I worked in many capacities including management. These experience have helped me to understand Complex Family Dynamics, Governmental Systems, and how they related to Substance Abuse, Mental Health and Community.
![Photo of Tiffani Ashland LCSW, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b49b1221-0eee-45d9-bb0b-abafe22be0bb/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tiffani Ashland LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22901
The decision to pursue therapy is an important step. Working with the right therapist can be a valuable investment in yourself, and your relationships. As a psychotherapist, I believe the best results come from establishing a therapeutic relationship by getting to know you as a person - not simply as a cluster of symptoms - then tailoring interventions to fit your unique needs & strengths. I've been in the mental health field 25 years, and have worked with individuals, couples & families, treating a wide variety of clinical issues. I invite you to contact me with any questions, or to discuss your specific needs for therapy.
The decision to pursue therapy is an important step. Working with the right therapist can be a valuable investment in yourself, and your relationships. As a psychotherapist, I believe the best results come from establishing a therapeutic relationship by getting to know you as a person - not simply as a cluster of symptoms - then tailoring interventions to fit your unique needs & strengths. I've been in the mental health field 25 years, and have worked with individuals, couples & families, treating a wide variety of clinical issues. I invite you to contact me with any questions, or to discuss your specific needs for therapy.
![Photo of Alexandra Werntz, PhD, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/86343c37-961a-47e3-aced-8e10d53974bc/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, I’m Alex! I specialize in working with adults and teens with anxiety and PTSD, as well as folks who struggle with big emotions. I take a cognitive-behavioral approach, meaning I work collaboratively with my clients to identify how what we’re thinking and what we’re doing affects how we feel. In a lot of ways, my job is to be my clients’ cheerleader as they accomplish their therapy goals. Therapy is hard work, and I'm here to support you as you make changes in your life.
Hi, I’m Alex! I specialize in working with adults and teens with anxiety and PTSD, as well as folks who struggle with big emotions. I take a cognitive-behavioral approach, meaning I work collaboratively with my clients to identify how what we’re thinking and what we’re doing affects how we feel. In a lot of ways, my job is to be my clients’ cheerleader as they accomplish their therapy goals. Therapy is hard work, and I'm here to support you as you make changes in your life.
![Photo of Heidi Dike Kingston - Heidi Dike Kingston, Clinical & Consulting Service, LCSW, CCTPII, CCATODS, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5d1050e2-5b92-428e-ad45-e9203ad26661/2/320x400.jpeg)
Heidi Dike Kingston, Clinical & Consulting Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTPII, CCATODS
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Those who have experienced developmental and relational trauma are constantly finding themselves in complicated and challenging relationships. Maybe you identify with codependency, complicated grief, or are suffering from other intimacy disorders. It may seem like you’re navigating the world, unable to esteem and care for yourself in meaningful ways. Dysfunction at work or school, financial challenges, and perhaps declining physical health have prevented you from living a full and whole-hearted life. Today is different- together, we can work on challenging your old beliefs and create a new way of knowing and being known.
Those who have experienced developmental and relational trauma are constantly finding themselves in complicated and challenging relationships. Maybe you identify with codependency, complicated grief, or are suffering from other intimacy disorders. It may seem like you’re navigating the world, unable to esteem and care for yourself in meaningful ways. Dysfunction at work or school, financial challenges, and perhaps declining physical health have prevented you from living a full and whole-hearted life. Today is different- together, we can work on challenging your old beliefs and create a new way of knowing and being known.
![Photo of Melissa B Shore, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/533729c2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a therapist I work with you to find a clear path and better sense of self whether you have experienced depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship troubles, trauma, and/or attachment injuries. I work with adolescents, adults, parents, and couples from a contemporary relational depth perspective to help you find your direction and feel less alone.
As a therapist I work with you to find a clear path and better sense of self whether you have experienced depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship troubles, trauma, and/or attachment injuries. I work with adolescents, adults, parents, and couples from a contemporary relational depth perspective to help you find your direction and feel less alone.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Keswick, VA
10+
Average cost per session
$156
Therapists in Keswick, VA who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
93% | Coping Skills |
86% | Self Esteem |
86% | Stress |
79% | Peer Relationships |
71% | Relationship Issues |
64% | Depression |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
100% | Elevance |
88% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Keswick, VA see their clients
86% | In Person and Online | |
14% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
86% | Female | |
7% | Male | |
7% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Keswick?
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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.