Therapists in Reston, VA
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Khalilah Garrett, LCSW, LICSW Khalilah has been providing Mental Health Treatment and Services to include program coordination/management, psychotherapy, coaching, and case management for over 20 years. Khalilah specializes in treating individuals with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance use disorders), and unresolved emotional issues. Khalilah's therapeutic techniques include individual counseling for personal and emotional growth, creating more meaning and purpose in one's life; and include counseling to increase self-esteem and self-empowerment.
Khalilah Garrett, LCSW, LICSW Khalilah has been providing Mental Health Treatment and Services to include program coordination/management, psychotherapy, coaching, and case management for over 20 years. Khalilah specializes in treating individuals with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, co-occurring disorders (mental health and substance use disorders), and unresolved emotional issues. Khalilah's therapeutic techniques include individual counseling for personal and emotional growth, creating more meaning and purpose in one's life; and include counseling to increase self-esteem and self-empowerment.
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Carla Carick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20194 (Online Only)
Whether you’re feeling tired, lonely, afraid, or whether you just need a little extra support navigating change, you don’t have to go it alone. I’d like to help you (re)discover your strength, regain your footing, and reimagine your future. Together we will explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and work to make sense of how they're interconnected and to understand their influence on how we see and move through the world. Imagination and curiosity will lead the way.
Whether you’re feeling tired, lonely, afraid, or whether you just need a little extra support navigating change, you don’t have to go it alone. I’d like to help you (re)discover your strength, regain your footing, and reimagine your future. Together we will explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and work to make sense of how they're interconnected and to understand their influence on how we see and move through the world. Imagination and curiosity will lead the way.
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Cynthia J Pilon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190
Not accepting new clients
I am an empathetic psychotherapist who focuses on helping clients untangle the issues that bring them into therapy, to identify what can be done change their circumstances and to accept what can't be changed. Through a mix of traditional therapy, mindfulness techniques and a strengths based approach, I focus on helping clients build resilience and shift perspectives so they can make significant changes in their lives. For clients motivated to work on their issues outside of the therapy office, I provide assignments to facilitate the process.
I am an empathetic psychotherapist who focuses on helping clients untangle the issues that bring them into therapy, to identify what can be done change their circumstances and to accept what can't be changed. Through a mix of traditional therapy, mindfulness techniques and a strengths based approach, I focus on helping clients build resilience and shift perspectives so they can make significant changes in their lives. For clients motivated to work on their issues outside of the therapy office, I provide assignments to facilitate the process.
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Leslie Stelljes Nanson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20191 (Online Only)
Do you ever struggle to feel peace in your relationships? Is it hard for you to embrace your whole self and feel a deep sense of worthiness? Would you like to be able to connect to others more freely? Helping people understand themselves is my passion, and I am grateful every day that I can work with people to find meaning and purpose in their lives. My specialty is creating secure relationships, and I maintain long-term relationships with many of my clients. Starting therapy can be intimidating, but I am dedicated to building collaborative, nonjudgemental relationships with the people I work with.
Do you ever struggle to feel peace in your relationships? Is it hard for you to embrace your whole self and feel a deep sense of worthiness? Would you like to be able to connect to others more freely? Helping people understand themselves is my passion, and I am grateful every day that I can work with people to find meaning and purpose in their lives. My specialty is creating secure relationships, and I maintain long-term relationships with many of my clients. Starting therapy can be intimidating, but I am dedicated to building collaborative, nonjudgemental relationships with the people I work with.
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I believe that everyone comes into therapy with their own innate strength and wisdom, and in my sessions, I strive to help teens, children, families, and individuals with eating disorders tap into these qualities that are already present within. I incorporate empathy and a non-judgemental approach into my sessions to foster a safe, therapeutic relationship. It is through this relationship we can explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviors and, in time, we will examine whether they are helping you live your most fulfilling life.
I believe that everyone comes into therapy with their own innate strength and wisdom, and in my sessions, I strive to help teens, children, families, and individuals with eating disorders tap into these qualities that are already present within. I incorporate empathy and a non-judgemental approach into my sessions to foster a safe, therapeutic relationship. It is through this relationship we can explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviors and, in time, we will examine whether they are helping you live your most fulfilling life.
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Karen P Orem
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20190
You will be offered a safe and respectful environment in which to share your unique experiences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) will help you change your thoughts, change your life! This is absolutely true, yet sometimes you might experience trying to think yourself into feeling better and it's simply not working. Your life looks complete, or almost, but you can't feel it. You are frustrated that your thoughts and feelings are not in agreement. At a thinking level, you know you didn't cause what happened, yet still feel like it's your fault and this keeps you stuck.
You will be offered a safe and respectful environment in which to share your unique experiences. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) will help you change your thoughts, change your life! This is absolutely true, yet sometimes you might experience trying to think yourself into feeling better and it's simply not working. Your life looks complete, or almost, but you can't feel it. You are frustrated that your thoughts and feelings are not in agreement. At a thinking level, you know you didn't cause what happened, yet still feel like it's your fault and this keeps you stuck.
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Susan Frauenholtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20191 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Susan. Have you been overwhelmed by juggling life's demands recently? Would you like to feel more confident in relationships and comfortable in your own skin? Are you finding it difficult to cope with change and loss? Reaching out for support is a big first step. As a licensed clinician in both Virginia and Iowa with over two decades of experience, I will work collaboratively with you as a partner to explore solutions and help you reach your goals. My approach to counseling is to create a space that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and welcoming.
Hi there, I'm Susan. Have you been overwhelmed by juggling life's demands recently? Would you like to feel more confident in relationships and comfortable in your own skin? Are you finding it difficult to cope with change and loss? Reaching out for support is a big first step. As a licensed clinician in both Virginia and Iowa with over two decades of experience, I will work collaboratively with you as a partner to explore solutions and help you reach your goals. My approach to counseling is to create a space that feels safe, nonjudgmental, and welcoming.
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Harvard-trained psychologist with 25 years of of experience in helping individuals and couples. I specialize in Intensive Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) and the PACT model for couples. I enjoy helping people who may have had several psychotherapy or medication trials, but have not found lasting relief from symptoms. I am Core Faculty of the ISTDP Program at the Washington School for Psychiatry and former Clinical Instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. Authored "Treating Affect Phobia: A Manual for Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy" (Guilford Press), and published numerous articles on psychotherapy.
Harvard-trained psychologist with 25 years of of experience in helping individuals and couples. I specialize in Intensive Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) and the PACT model for couples. I enjoy helping people who may have had several psychotherapy or medication trials, but have not found lasting relief from symptoms. I am Core Faculty of the ISTDP Program at the Washington School for Psychiatry and former Clinical Instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. Authored "Treating Affect Phobia: A Manual for Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy" (Guilford Press), and published numerous articles on psychotherapy.
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If your child is struggling to focus or learn, psychological testing can help you understand what the problem is and what to do next. I specialize in psychological testing for children, teens, and adults with ADHD, learning disorders (such as dyslexia), autism, and mental health conditions. I will help you understand your child’s unique strengths and challenges and give you a roadmap for the most effective strategies and interventions. I frequently work with children who are gifted and twice-exceptional. I also offer IQ testing that can be used as part of the application process for private schools or advanced academic programs.
If your child is struggling to focus or learn, psychological testing can help you understand what the problem is and what to do next. I specialize in psychological testing for children, teens, and adults with ADHD, learning disorders (such as dyslexia), autism, and mental health conditions. I will help you understand your child’s unique strengths and challenges and give you a roadmap for the most effective strategies and interventions. I frequently work with children who are gifted and twice-exceptional. I also offer IQ testing that can be used as part of the application process for private schools or advanced academic programs.
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Nicole Irving
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20190
Accepting new clients! Do you ever feel that your relationships or your sex life is lacking satisfaction? Is communication or expressing your needs hard for you? Are you experiencing sexual shame or feeling distressed about your sex life? If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone. I specialize in working with adults and couples confronting these struggles. We'll work together to help you discover or rediscover your authentic self, find solutions to the issues you're confronting, and gain tangible skills to help you overcome your problems.
Accepting new clients! Do you ever feel that your relationships or your sex life is lacking satisfaction? Is communication or expressing your needs hard for you? Are you experiencing sexual shame or feeling distressed about your sex life? If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone. I specialize in working with adults and couples confronting these struggles. We'll work together to help you discover or rediscover your authentic self, find solutions to the issues you're confronting, and gain tangible skills to help you overcome your problems.
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Steve Zappalla
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20190
My main practice centers on assisting Military Veterans and those with issues related to trauma and addictions. I specialize in working with clients in leadership transitioning and adjusting to stress associated with life stages and change. I believe the counseling experience is one of very personal, shared interaction between two people; the most crucial aspect of this relationship is trust. We will build this trust during our sessions.
My main practice centers on assisting Military Veterans and those with issues related to trauma and addictions. I specialize in working with clients in leadership transitioning and adjusting to stress associated with life stages and change. I believe the counseling experience is one of very personal, shared interaction between two people; the most crucial aspect of this relationship is trust. We will build this trust during our sessions.
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Hello, I am an LPC who is passionate about supporting all my clients through current stressors until growth and healing occurs. I listen, process the desire, and utilize the best theoretical approach in efforts to gain measurable success. The desire to help through listening and establishing reasonable goals. What drives me are the passionate individuals who are self-aware regarding change.
Hello, I am an LPC who is passionate about supporting all my clients through current stressors until growth and healing occurs. I listen, process the desire, and utilize the best theoretical approach in efforts to gain measurable success. The desire to help through listening and establishing reasonable goals. What drives me are the passionate individuals who are self-aware regarding change.
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Daniela Brevis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming, however, finding a good fit is imperative in order to get the most out of your time, effort, and finances. You want to find someone that allows you to feel safe, understood, and ultimately maximizes results for you. I take a warm, empathetic and comprehensive approach to help individuals experiencing stressful circumstances live more meaningful and balanced lives. I work with you to figure out what you need and want in life and help identify and make changes in your life to be the best version of yourself. I work with adolescents and adults.
Searching for a therapist can feel overwhelming, however, finding a good fit is imperative in order to get the most out of your time, effort, and finances. You want to find someone that allows you to feel safe, understood, and ultimately maximizes results for you. I take a warm, empathetic and comprehensive approach to help individuals experiencing stressful circumstances live more meaningful and balanced lives. I work with you to figure out what you need and want in life and help identify and make changes in your life to be the best version of yourself. I work with adolescents and adults.
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Consider Mindfulness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20191
Clients can experience a life situation or a series of life situations that cause some level of unwanted emotional arousal (sadness, hurt, pain, fear, anxiety) and as a result of the intensity, increases an urge to do a behavior they consider ineffective (self harm, suicidal behavior, isolate, withdrawal, shutdown, verbally/physically aggressive, tantrums, obsessions, compulsions, avoidance, school refusal). They are in need of skills to help them cope with their emotions and problem solve their life situations. Despite the discomfort, they want to be effective, maintain relationships and feel better.
Clients can experience a life situation or a series of life situations that cause some level of unwanted emotional arousal (sadness, hurt, pain, fear, anxiety) and as a result of the intensity, increases an urge to do a behavior they consider ineffective (self harm, suicidal behavior, isolate, withdrawal, shutdown, verbally/physically aggressive, tantrums, obsessions, compulsions, avoidance, school refusal). They are in need of skills to help them cope with their emotions and problem solve their life situations. Despite the discomfort, they want to be effective, maintain relationships and feel better.
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Kristine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia. She started practicing in 2017 as a hospice social worker. She graduated with her BA in Interdisciplinary Humanities from Spalding University in Louisville, KY, and for her graduate degree, she attended George Mason University and has a Masters in Social Work. She then obtained her clinical social work license with the state board in VA. Kristine also comes from a healthcare background with more than 20 years’ experience in the industry.
Kristine is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia. She started practicing in 2017 as a hospice social worker. She graduated with her BA in Interdisciplinary Humanities from Spalding University in Louisville, KY, and for her graduate degree, she attended George Mason University and has a Masters in Social Work. She then obtained her clinical social work license with the state board in VA. Kristine also comes from a healthcare background with more than 20 years’ experience in the industry.
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Lisa Lashuk
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you're struggling with overcoming anxiety or resolving past trauma, and want to feel more at peace, it is important that you know there are many effective solutions. As a licensed Psychologist, I have specialized in all forms of anxiety, stress and trauma for over 20 years. Since everyone has a different experience in life and has unique strengths, I tailor therapy to help clients realize the change they are looking for. My style has been described as friendly, warmhearted, and solution oriented.
If you're struggling with overcoming anxiety or resolving past trauma, and want to feel more at peace, it is important that you know there are many effective solutions. As a licensed Psychologist, I have specialized in all forms of anxiety, stress and trauma for over 20 years. Since everyone has a different experience in life and has unique strengths, I tailor therapy to help clients realize the change they are looking for. My style has been described as friendly, warmhearted, and solution oriented.
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Stewart Beazell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reston, VA 20190
Waitlist for new clients
Are you ready to start the journey to improve your mental health and well-being? I am here to help. I provide a client-centered, non-judgmental and empathetic presence in therapy to promote healing within the therapeutic relationship. I work with adolescents and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, disordered eating, identity issues, relationship difficulties and stress.
Are you ready to start the journey to improve your mental health and well-being? I am here to help. I provide a client-centered, non-judgmental and empathetic presence in therapy to promote healing within the therapeutic relationship. I work with adolescents and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, disordered eating, identity issues, relationship difficulties and stress.
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Alexandra Stewart
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, MSW, MA, BS
Verified Verified
Reston, VA 20190
Do you find yourself constantly thinking about the past or frequently worrying about the future? Do specific life transitions or upcoming relationship changes (divorce, breakup, marriage, expanding family, etc.) keep you frozen from making decisions or disconnected from reality and your responsibilities? Do you keep waiting to just “shake it off” and want nothing more than to feel balanced and safe in your own life? If you’ve noticed a change in how you’re managing any of these difficult thoughts or emotions, or feel more out of control, you may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety and/or depression.
Do you find yourself constantly thinking about the past or frequently worrying about the future? Do specific life transitions or upcoming relationship changes (divorce, breakup, marriage, expanding family, etc.) keep you frozen from making decisions or disconnected from reality and your responsibilities? Do you keep waiting to just “shake it off” and want nothing more than to feel balanced and safe in your own life? If you’ve noticed a change in how you’re managing any of these difficult thoughts or emotions, or feel more out of control, you may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety and/or depression.
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Expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and practicing over 25 years. I commonly treat panic attacks, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, depression, and marital/couples problems. I am a practitioner-scholar with over 50 published journal articles, books and book chapters on psychotherapy and psychological disorders. I primarily use CBT, a problem-focused, evidence-based approach and hold several psychotherapy certifications (including "Cognitive Therapy," "Schema Therapy," and "Schema Therapy for Couples". For long-standing problems, I employ more "emotion-focused" approaches.
Expert in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and practicing over 25 years. I commonly treat panic attacks, social anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, generalized anxiety disorder, depression, and marital/couples problems. I am a practitioner-scholar with over 50 published journal articles, books and book chapters on psychotherapy and psychological disorders. I primarily use CBT, a problem-focused, evidence-based approach and hold several psychotherapy certifications (including "Cognitive Therapy," "Schema Therapy," and "Schema Therapy for Couples". For long-standing problems, I employ more "emotion-focused" approaches.
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I am an LPC-R who obtained my B.S. in Psychology from Virginia Tech and my M.S. in Clinical Counseling from Radford University. My goal as a therapist is to help clients who are seeking to garner further insight into understanding why they respond to things the way that they do. One’s past can influence how they show up in the here and now. As such, sometimes individuals respond to situations in ways that no longer feel beneficial. Utilizing a phasic psychodynamic framework amongst other integrative approaches, I seek to support clients in understanding those connections between past and present in order to make lasting change.
I am an LPC-R who obtained my B.S. in Psychology from Virginia Tech and my M.S. in Clinical Counseling from Radford University. My goal as a therapist is to help clients who are seeking to garner further insight into understanding why they respond to things the way that they do. One’s past can influence how they show up in the here and now. As such, sometimes individuals respond to situations in ways that no longer feel beneficial. Utilizing a phasic psychodynamic framework amongst other integrative approaches, I seek to support clients in understanding those connections between past and present in order to make lasting change.
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Number of Therapists in Reston, VA
300+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Reston, VA who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
72% | Self Esteem |
68% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Coping Skills |
61% | Grief |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
76% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
63% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Reston, VA see their clients
62% | In Person and Online | |
38% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
17% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
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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.