Therapists in Nellysford, VA
![Photo of Roxianna Johnson, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/accf23fd-7d68-4374-894e-a977cf3ded1f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi, I’m Roxi, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I’m a compassionate and approachable human and social services professional with more than thirty (30) years of experience supporting folks with disabilities including, mental health, substance abuse, social difficulties, and people in other special needs populations. I’ve assisted individuals, families, and couples as they navigate through trauma, depression, anxiety, and homelessness to a more functional way of life. I understand that we are all unique and experience life’s challenges in our own unique ways.
Hi, I’m Roxi, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I’m a compassionate and approachable human and social services professional with more than thirty (30) years of experience supporting folks with disabilities including, mental health, substance abuse, social difficulties, and people in other special needs populations. I’ve assisted individuals, families, and couples as they navigate through trauma, depression, anxiety, and homelessness to a more functional way of life. I understand that we are all unique and experience life’s challenges in our own unique ways.
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![Photo of Andrea Dilley-Frame, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/472ca55e-ed60-45e4-a3fa-1ea3f9a42421/1/320x400.jpeg)
Andrea Dilley-Frame is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (SSAC-C) and a former Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (RC-C). She has over 17 years of experience working with adult clients who are dealing with the effects of grief, Life transitional issues, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, stress, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, anxiety, depression, anger issues, dysfunctional relationships, poor coping skills, family conflict, and more. Andrea obtained a Master’s of Science from Virginia Commonwealth University, Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, VA.
Andrea Dilley-Frame is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (SSAC-C) and a former Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (RC-C). She has over 17 years of experience working with adult clients who are dealing with the effects of grief, Life transitional issues, low self-esteem, sexual abuse, stress, trauma, PTSD, women’s issues, anxiety, depression, anger issues, dysfunctional relationships, poor coping skills, family conflict, and more. Andrea obtained a Master’s of Science from Virginia Commonwealth University, Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, VA.
![Photo of April Parker, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fbc32b1e-caa3-4549-8e2d-d7b5efa16f30/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 11 years of experience in the field. I have worked with youth, adults, couples, and families with diverse mental health concerns. I specialize in relationship issues, family conflict, coping skills, and life transitions alongside anxiety, depression, and grief. During sessions, I utilize a mix of strength-based, culturally sensitive, person-centered, humanistic,and compassion-focused therapies. I ensure that I answer any questions my clients have for me as a therapist or the therapy process and get a sense of their expectations and goals for treatment.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 11 years of experience in the field. I have worked with youth, adults, couples, and families with diverse mental health concerns. I specialize in relationship issues, family conflict, coping skills, and life transitions alongside anxiety, depression, and grief. During sessions, I utilize a mix of strength-based, culturally sensitive, person-centered, humanistic,and compassion-focused therapies. I ensure that I answer any questions my clients have for me as a therapist or the therapy process and get a sense of their expectations and goals for treatment.
![Photo of Danielle Crane, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8242bbdb-ea3f-45b1-b73e-7dfb3e07df89/1/320x400.jpeg)
Greetings! I am Danielle Crane, Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. My focus areas include Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, etc. I have been a practicing Clinician for over 10 years. I have experience working with various individuals (children, adolescents, adults) who have a wide range of needs, including anxiety, depression, anger management, boundary issues, conduct issues, and interpersonal communication skills.
Greetings! I am Danielle Crane, Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. My focus areas include Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, etc. I have been a practicing Clinician for over 10 years. I have experience working with various individuals (children, adolescents, adults) who have a wide range of needs, including anxiety, depression, anger management, boundary issues, conduct issues, and interpersonal communication skills.
![Photo of Nephetia Tryman Whittaker, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/236b034b-3977-442f-91a2-45446d4cf69b/1/320x400.png)
My name is Nephetia and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing mental health care for individuals. I have experience assisting and supporting clients to overcome and cope with depression, anxiety, grief, issues specific to women, low self-esteem, and anger. My experience ranges from teens to adults and I have worked with the LGBTQIA+ population. I use an integrative therapeutic approach, including CBT, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - I believe that clients are in charge of their counseling experience so that treatment is individualized.
My name is Nephetia and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience providing mental health care for individuals. I have experience assisting and supporting clients to overcome and cope with depression, anxiety, grief, issues specific to women, low self-esteem, and anger. My experience ranges from teens to adults and I have worked with the LGBTQIA+ population. I use an integrative therapeutic approach, including CBT, Person-Centered, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - I believe that clients are in charge of their counseling experience so that treatment is individualized.
![Photo of Stuart Gunter, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5ede012e-9463-4cb3-99cd-ad9f909ef945/1/320x400.jpeg)
I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and older adults. While I use a variety of approaches (including AEDP, Existential Theory, Attachment Theory, and CBT), ultimately I like to let our work together inform which approach suits our time best. I am knowledgeable about trauma-informed practice and bring a lot of my own life experiences into the sessions, through my work as a teacher, professional firefighter, and professionaI musician.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and older adults. While I use a variety of approaches (including AEDP, Existential Theory, Attachment Theory, and CBT), ultimately I like to let our work together inform which approach suits our time best. I am knowledgeable about trauma-informed practice and bring a lot of my own life experiences into the sessions, through my work as a teacher, professional firefighter, and professionaI musician.
![Photo of Amir Cotton, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c5a3fcfe-0b55-4a10-95eb-a1b3ec856931/2/320x400.png)
Hello there,My name is Amir Cotton, and I’m one of the counselors at Breakthrough Counselling LLC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner in the state of Virginia. I am also a National Certified Counselor, a Certified Clinical Mental Counselor, and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I also have a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling and over 12 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, addiction, bipolar, and adjustment disorders.
Hello there,My name is Amir Cotton, and I’m one of the counselors at Breakthrough Counselling LLC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner in the state of Virginia. I am also a National Certified Counselor, a Certified Clinical Mental Counselor, and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I also have a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling and over 12 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, addiction, bipolar, and adjustment disorders.
![Photo of Jasmine Ricks, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d7de9d46-8d3d-402f-87f3-c6ca4f050f10/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Jasmine Ricks, and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with individuals in Virginia and Texas via telehealth. I work with adults specializing in relationships, self-worth, anxiety, stress, and transitions utlizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Family Systems to support clients. Some of the areas I help with include managing stress, coping with life transitions, communication, boundaries, acceptance, self worth, self love, self care, people pleasing, codependency, impostor syndrome, trauma, relationships challenges, work life stress, anxiety.
My name is Jasmine Ricks, and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist working with individuals in Virginia and Texas via telehealth. I work with adults specializing in relationships, self-worth, anxiety, stress, and transitions utlizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Family Systems to support clients. Some of the areas I help with include managing stress, coping with life transitions, communication, boundaries, acceptance, self worth, self love, self care, people pleasing, codependency, impostor syndrome, trauma, relationships challenges, work life stress, anxiety.
![Photo of Charlotte A. Schafer, BS, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a97aa25e-3f30-4e30-9199-2d3287036010/3/320x400.jpeg)
Charlotte A. Schafer
Licensed Professional Counselor, BS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wintergreen, VA 22958 (Online Only)
Do you wish you knew better coping strategies for managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling under the control of others and don’t know how to break free? Are you experiencing guilt, or sadness that doesn't go away? As a professional counselor I can help you find your way back to a more joyful, healthy life. As a caring professional I can teach you techniques that make these distresses lesson or even leave, and help you regain a more balanced perspective over your emotional issues. Are you looking for empowerment over emotional habiting? As a balanced Christian counselor I have answers, I would love to help you.
Do you wish you knew better coping strategies for managing ADHD, anxiety, or depression? Are you feeling under the control of others and don’t know how to break free? Are you experiencing guilt, or sadness that doesn't go away? As a professional counselor I can help you find your way back to a more joyful, healthy life. As a caring professional I can teach you techniques that make these distresses lesson or even leave, and help you regain a more balanced perspective over your emotional issues. Are you looking for empowerment over emotional habiting? As a balanced Christian counselor I have answers, I would love to help you.
![Photo of Anita Wiles, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c122297f-d2de-487b-86f3-090fcf81e310/1/320x400.png)
Sometimes we all feel overwhelmed and need to learn healthier ways to cope. Stress can impact your relationships, work, and your physical wellbeing. Whether your concern centers around family issues, work or school pressures, relationships, illness, or one of life's many unexpected challenges - we can work together to develop your strengths and coping skills, with the overall goal of you living a life of optimal wellness. I have been in the mental health field for over 25 years. I earned my MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University and have been a LCSW since 1995.
Sometimes we all feel overwhelmed and need to learn healthier ways to cope. Stress can impact your relationships, work, and your physical wellbeing. Whether your concern centers around family issues, work or school pressures, relationships, illness, or one of life's many unexpected challenges - we can work together to develop your strengths and coping skills, with the overall goal of you living a life of optimal wellness. I have been in the mental health field for over 25 years. I earned my MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University and have been a LCSW since 1995.
![Photo of Monique Connor, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/194c4e5d-bf62-48d6-8bd2-65fe99bdf6c8/1/320x400.png)
My name is Monique Connor and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I take a supportive and nonjudgmental approach toward providing therapy services. I utilize a strengths-based perspective because you do have value, despite life experiences out of your control that has impacted you mentally. I am always growing as a professional and willing to learn.
My name is Monique Connor and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I take a supportive and nonjudgmental approach toward providing therapy services. I utilize a strengths-based perspective because you do have value, despite life experiences out of your control that has impacted you mentally. I am always growing as a professional and willing to learn.
![Photo of Theresa Thomas, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bf9e3973-cb48-4a91-b7cf-dcc68b798bdd/1/320x400.jpeg)
I am Theresa Thomas, a licensed professional therapist. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families seeking counseling for over 10 years, both online and in my private practice treating clients dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, depression, and coping with life changes. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I treat clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
I am Theresa Thomas, a licensed professional therapist. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families seeking counseling for over 10 years, both online and in my private practice treating clients dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting issues, depression, and coping with life changes. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! I treat clients dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder.
![Photo of Renae Willis, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c8da00e6-1028-4dde-a59b-1f23ec491e60/2/320x400.png)
Thank you for looking at my profile. I am an LCSW, licensed in the state of VA, with many years of experience treating children, teens, adults, couples and families. I enjoy working with clients from a wide array of backgrounds and across the lifespan.
Thank you for looking at my profile. I am an LCSW, licensed in the state of VA, with many years of experience treating children, teens, adults, couples and families. I enjoy working with clients from a wide array of backgrounds and across the lifespan.
![Photo of Bren Boseman Seed, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/745a8c2b-a0f8-4dd0-8007-aa0f6a5b9009/2/320x400.jpeg)
Bren Boseman Seed
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Lovingston, VA 22949 (Online Only)
It is my great honor to support those who are anticipating a great loss or actively grieving one. The loss might be a loved one or it could be a job, a relationship, a home, etc. I also work with clients who are facing terminal illness and their own death and want to do so with compassion and intention. I deeply trust our innate drive to grieve and heal. I do not see people through a diagnosis or pathology lens. I believe that even symptoms of illness are our unconscious attempts to cope, protect, adapt and heal. My job is to deeply listen in order to understand and help clients to discover and trust their own inherent wisdom.
It is my great honor to support those who are anticipating a great loss or actively grieving one. The loss might be a loved one or it could be a job, a relationship, a home, etc. I also work with clients who are facing terminal illness and their own death and want to do so with compassion and intention. I deeply trust our innate drive to grieve and heal. I do not see people through a diagnosis or pathology lens. I believe that even symptoms of illness are our unconscious attempts to cope, protect, adapt and heal. My job is to deeply listen in order to understand and help clients to discover and trust their own inherent wisdom.
Online Therapists
![Photo of Eliza Segell, LCSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f7f0bb41-5d28-4460-871a-0e37870b0a81/1/320x400.jpeg)
Eliza Segell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Your problems may be specific - a challenging relationship, sexual concerns, upsetting memories, or problem behaviors. Or your struggles may be less tangible - feeling lost, detached, or stuck. In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy for a range of concerns. I specialize in treating sexual dysfunctions, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns, and problem behaviors. I also provide gender & sexual identity affirming care. I deeply enjoy helping individuals feel a greater sense of self-efficacy, confidence, and clarity in their lives.
Your problems may be specific - a challenging relationship, sexual concerns, upsetting memories, or problem behaviors. Or your struggles may be less tangible - feeling lost, detached, or stuck. In my practice, I offer adult and couples therapy for a range of concerns. I specialize in treating sexual dysfunctions, trauma-related issues, relationship concerns, and problem behaviors. I also provide gender & sexual identity affirming care. I deeply enjoy helping individuals feel a greater sense of self-efficacy, confidence, and clarity in their lives.
![Photo of Tamara Powell, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/04d96ac3-db6f-41f1-af9c-800a72089f54/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Tamara Powell LCSW, CSOTP, CCTP, RPT. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they face. I strongly believe in the power of the therapeutic partnership to help uncover the strengths and resources we all possess in order to bring about the changes we desire in our lives. I feel privileged to be able to offer my assistance to others on this shared journey and commend you for reaching out for help to make things better.
My name is Tamara Powell LCSW, CSOTP, CCTP, RPT. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they face. I strongly believe in the power of the therapeutic partnership to help uncover the strengths and resources we all possess in order to bring about the changes we desire in our lives. I feel privileged to be able to offer my assistance to others on this shared journey and commend you for reaching out for help to make things better.
![Photo of Alan Willard, PhD, DMin, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/47adcd65-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
When life hurts, I can help. Are you struggling with difficulties that have you feeling depressed, angry, worried, or guilty? Are your relationships at home or work in trouble or conflict? I help individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, infidelity, pornography, coping w/chronic illness, sexual problems, PTSD, OCD and much more. I started out my professional career as a church pastor, and in my 40's transitioned into becoming a counselor/therapist. I guide people to get over problems and to be their deeper, higher, and more loving, compassionate self.
When life hurts, I can help. Are you struggling with difficulties that have you feeling depressed, angry, worried, or guilty? Are your relationships at home or work in trouble or conflict? I help individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, infidelity, pornography, coping w/chronic illness, sexual problems, PTSD, OCD and much more. I started out my professional career as a church pastor, and in my 40's transitioned into becoming a counselor/therapist. I guide people to get over problems and to be their deeper, higher, and more loving, compassionate self.
![Photo of Barbra Rogoff - Barbra Rogoff, LCSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/944ebbe3-5229-4973-b958-34f306745cea/2/320x400.jpeg)
Barbra Rogoff, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23220 (Online Only)
There are many reasons people search for some extra support - anxiety, depression, life transitions, learning to set boundaries, past or present trauma, navigating relationships, self esteem, stress, ... While acknowledging this can be frightening and overwhelming, it can also be freeing. I understand this and work to build a relationship with each client that promotes trust, awareness, and understanding. If you're ready to get started, I'm here, and I'd love to help.
There are many reasons people search for some extra support - anxiety, depression, life transitions, learning to set boundaries, past or present trauma, navigating relationships, self esteem, stress, ... While acknowledging this can be frightening and overwhelming, it can also be freeing. I understand this and work to build a relationship with each client that promotes trust, awareness, and understanding. If you're ready to get started, I'm here, and I'd love to help.
![Photo of Elizabeth Taylor - Compassionate Counseling, LLC, LCSW, CSAC, RPT-S, CCTP-2, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f3892bb-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Compassionate Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, RPT-S, CCTP-2
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (Online Only)
I have significant experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I use a strength based perspective believing that each one of us have inherent strengths that can help us manage life. My framework is based on trauma and attachment approaches which emphasize that the stress an individual experiences is usually rooted in a traumatic event that has formed negative beliefs, dysruption of lifestyle, change in family system, or that has helped to develop a less than satisfying parent child relationship. My ideal client is an individual that wants to have a happier life or a family or couple that wants more peace.
I have significant experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. I use a strength based perspective believing that each one of us have inherent strengths that can help us manage life. My framework is based on trauma and attachment approaches which emphasize that the stress an individual experiences is usually rooted in a traumatic event that has formed negative beliefs, dysruption of lifestyle, change in family system, or that has helped to develop a less than satisfying parent child relationship. My ideal client is an individual that wants to have a happier life or a family or couple that wants more peace.
![Photo of Teveira Hillyer, LPC , LSATP , Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d49e1329-3627-4d4b-bbbd-116434d64992/1/320x400.jpeg)
Teveira Hillyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , LSATP
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23234 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to find enjoyment in life? Feeling burned out? Have you gone through a recent change such as a break up/divorce, career switch, social challenges, parenting adjustments, or substance use issues? Are you dealing with the overwhelming stress of the day to day hustle and bustle that no one talks about? If so, let me be a part of your journey. Together, we can explore various techniques to assist you in finding the value in your existence. Sometimes when we feel overwhelmed in life, we believe we have to go through the trenches. It doesn’t have to be that way. Allow me to help you learn how to manage these stressors!
Are you struggling to find enjoyment in life? Feeling burned out? Have you gone through a recent change such as a break up/divorce, career switch, social challenges, parenting adjustments, or substance use issues? Are you dealing with the overwhelming stress of the day to day hustle and bustle that no one talks about? If so, let me be a part of your journey. Together, we can explore various techniques to assist you in finding the value in your existence. Sometimes when we feel overwhelmed in life, we believe we have to go through the trenches. It doesn’t have to be that way. Allow me to help you learn how to manage these stressors!
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Number of Therapists in Nellysford, VA
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Therapists in Nellysford, VA who prioritize treating:
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100% | Anxiety |
100% | Addiction |
100% | Grief |
100% | Other |
100% | Anger Management |
100% | Bipolar Disorder |
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100% | Aetna |
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
100% | Coventry |
How Therapists in Nellysford, VA see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Nellysford?
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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.