Therapists in East Montpelier, VT
![Photo of Peter S Dietz, MS, EdD, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46ae345e-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
My therapeutic goal is to tailor treatment to each individual's needs, situations and personalities through a collaborative process. I seek the optimal and most beneficial approach to the individual's needs, whether child, adolescent, adult, couples, or families. I have over 30 years experience working in the field with a wide variety of client populations. I have spent many years working with youth and special needs individuals who displayed severe challenging behaviors. This has included developmental disabilities, autism and those with self-harm and severe anger issues. My overall approach is holistic, integrative, and strength and evidence based.
My therapeutic goal is to tailor treatment to each individual's needs, situations and personalities through a collaborative process. I seek the optimal and most beneficial approach to the individual's needs, whether child, adolescent, adult, couples, or families. I have over 30 years experience working in the field with a wide variety of client populations. I have spent many years working with youth and special needs individuals who displayed severe challenging behaviors. This has included developmental disabilities, autism and those with self-harm and severe anger issues. My overall approach is holistic, integrative, and strength and evidence based.
![Photo of Tina Desmarais, MA, LCMHC, EAPEAL, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/42ff094f-a6ae-4ea1-8ded-1cf61e45a9be/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tina Desmarais
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, EAPEAL
Verified Verified
East Montpelier, VT 05651 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a Solution Focused Therapist, I help my clients find the patterns in their lives that have hindered their ability to imagine and achieve the life they desire. I offer many different approaches, including Traditional Talk Therapy using Solution Focus and CBT, as well as more interactive creative approaches, including Expressive Arts Therapies. My style is open and interactive as I guide and educate clients to explore new options for responding (not reacting) to life's challenges. I am currently preparing to relocate, so I am only taking short term, issue specific clients when openings are available.
As a Solution Focused Therapist, I help my clients find the patterns in their lives that have hindered their ability to imagine and achieve the life they desire. I offer many different approaches, including Traditional Talk Therapy using Solution Focus and CBT, as well as more interactive creative approaches, including Expressive Arts Therapies. My style is open and interactive as I guide and educate clients to explore new options for responding (not reacting) to life's challenges. I am currently preparing to relocate, so I am only taking short term, issue specific clients when openings are available.
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Ann Wallingford
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Montpelier, VT 05651
Not accepting new clients
My work is informed by a belief that human beings have a fundamental desire to live in ways that feel authentic and meaningful. Relational challenges, illnesses, traumatic experiences, addictive patterns, and oppression can block us from accessing the inner strength and resilience that enable us to move towards fulfilling lives. Together, we will work to identify areas of struggle and to create more flexible ways of relating to your experience, thereby enabling you to make new choices that are more closely aligned with your inner hopes and personal goals.
My work is informed by a belief that human beings have a fundamental desire to live in ways that feel authentic and meaningful. Relational challenges, illnesses, traumatic experiences, addictive patterns, and oppression can block us from accessing the inner strength and resilience that enable us to move towards fulfilling lives. Together, we will work to identify areas of struggle and to create more flexible ways of relating to your experience, thereby enabling you to make new choices that are more closely aligned with your inner hopes and personal goals.
![Photo of Daniel G Guertin, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/490ed2c1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
You've taken a big step by looking for someone to talk with. I would like to help you find and understanding of how things have become difficult so you can make your life work for you. When we can see and accept the emotions or challenges that leave us stuck and unfulfilled we can step back and allow our strength move us into what feels right. If you are reaching out for help it shows a sign of strength that I believe will allow you to get to your goal.
You've taken a big step by looking for someone to talk with. I would like to help you find and understanding of how things have become difficult so you can make your life work for you. When we can see and accept the emotions or challenges that leave us stuck and unfulfilled we can step back and allow our strength move us into what feels right. If you are reaching out for help it shows a sign of strength that I believe will allow you to get to your goal.
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Alanna M Hayden
Unlicensed Psychotherapist
Not Verified Not Verified
Montpelier, VT 05602 (Online Only)
* Online * Intuitive * Integrative * When I first started searching for guidance years ago, I wanted something different than traditional psychotherapy. Something deeper. I felt stuck despite knowing many techniques that should have helped. Yes, I wanted someone to help me get unstuck and finally make the tangible, practical, positive changes necessary in my life -- and at the same time, I longed for something more meaningful than simply improving my daily existence. My years of seeking, study, and deep personal work have led me to the unique blend of psychology, spirituality, intuitive guidance, and energy work I now practice.
* Online * Intuitive * Integrative * When I first started searching for guidance years ago, I wanted something different than traditional psychotherapy. Something deeper. I felt stuck despite knowing many techniques that should have helped. Yes, I wanted someone to help me get unstuck and finally make the tangible, practical, positive changes necessary in my life -- and at the same time, I longed for something more meaningful than simply improving my daily existence. My years of seeking, study, and deep personal work have led me to the unique blend of psychology, spirituality, intuitive guidance, and energy work I now practice.
![Photo of Kelli L O'Neill (Gile), LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/07e06210-1dd8-41cb-99a0-f07a84026d2a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Kelli L O'Neill (Gile)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Barre, VT 05641
Waitlist for new clients
A person's strength and uniqueness are their best assets and are the foundation for their success. Each person is individual with their response to potentially traumatic event(s) and need an equally individual way of processing and overcoming the barriers that come from experiencing trauma. Each person must be given the attention, respect, and time to work through any traumatic event, which is much more successful when you have someone there to process this trauma with you. What you can expect from sitting in a therapy room with me is mutual respect, understanding that trauma is diverse, and patience since healing work takes time.
A person's strength and uniqueness are their best assets and are the foundation for their success. Each person is individual with their response to potentially traumatic event(s) and need an equally individual way of processing and overcoming the barriers that come from experiencing trauma. Each person must be given the attention, respect, and time to work through any traumatic event, which is much more successful when you have someone there to process this trauma with you. What you can expect from sitting in a therapy room with me is mutual respect, understanding that trauma is diverse, and patience since healing work takes time.
![Photo of Victoria Shumard, LPC, LC, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/04454368-675e-4408-8d5b-b6675d461ce9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Victoria Shumard
Counselor, LPC, LC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montpelier, VT 05601 (Online Only)
I specialize in borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety & OCD disorders; CBT, DBT, & ERP therapy for adolescents & adults. I provide integrated, individual and private therapy services specific to mood, anxiety & trauma disorders. In addition to counseling services, I offer comprehensive diagnosis & the treatment of addiction disorders, focusing on outpatient levels of care and resources for the family.
I specialize in borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety & OCD disorders; CBT, DBT, & ERP therapy for adolescents & adults. I provide integrated, individual and private therapy services specific to mood, anxiety & trauma disorders. In addition to counseling services, I offer comprehensive diagnosis & the treatment of addiction disorders, focusing on outpatient levels of care and resources for the family.
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Kate Vanden Bergh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montpelier, VT 05602
I believe psychotherapy offers an opportunity to know one's self with greater compassion and awareness. As an insight-oriented therapist, I am interested in exploring each client's history (family, relational, psychological) as well as identifying the emotional and cognitive habits that may be interfering with relationships, work, creativity, and/or a sense of direction or efficacy in one's life. Through this collaborative process, we can address specific emotional problems (depression/anxiety), seek resolution of a painful or traumatic personal history, and/or work towards making a change in one's relational or work life.
I believe psychotherapy offers an opportunity to know one's self with greater compassion and awareness. As an insight-oriented therapist, I am interested in exploring each client's history (family, relational, psychological) as well as identifying the emotional and cognitive habits that may be interfering with relationships, work, creativity, and/or a sense of direction or efficacy in one's life. Through this collaborative process, we can address specific emotional problems (depression/anxiety), seek resolution of a painful or traumatic personal history, and/or work towards making a change in one's relational or work life.
![Photo of Joe Cox, LMSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/072ab6b6-7ea7-4cf3-a409-e79b30a5a947/1/320x400.jpeg)
I understand therapy as the means by which we transform who you think you should be into an appreciation of who you are and how you came to be. I do not seek to cure you but only to help you become more effective at caring for yourself. Diagnoses are used only to help you connect with communities or to develop more effective self-care. We will not seek to fix you because you are not broken. While this process of self-acceptance is powerful for anyone, I recommend it for young adults (16-25) or for people experiencing neurodiversity, complex trauma, suicidality, personality disorder, or treatment-resistant illnesses. All are welcome!
I understand therapy as the means by which we transform who you think you should be into an appreciation of who you are and how you came to be. I do not seek to cure you but only to help you become more effective at caring for yourself. Diagnoses are used only to help you connect with communities or to develop more effective self-care. We will not seek to fix you because you are not broken. While this process of self-acceptance is powerful for anyone, I recommend it for young adults (16-25) or for people experiencing neurodiversity, complex trauma, suicidality, personality disorder, or treatment-resistant illnesses. All are welcome!
![Photo of T. Tess Thomas, LCMHC, CCM, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/11658c1c-ae27-489e-96a4-cb29be58b210/1/320x400.jpeg)
Many people come to therapy because they have run out of ways to help themselves feel better. They have read books, blogs, watched videos, and talked to friends, but they still feel sad, anxious, alone, angry, easily triggered, and lost. Therapy offers you more than information or an ear; it offers you a connection with someone who is present with you, listens to your needs, and works with you to find ways to help you feel less sad, anxious, alone. It does not fix you. It gives you the tools to help you improve the way you live, cope, heal, and grow.
Many people come to therapy because they have run out of ways to help themselves feel better. They have read books, blogs, watched videos, and talked to friends, but they still feel sad, anxious, alone, angry, easily triggered, and lost. Therapy offers you more than information or an ear; it offers you a connection with someone who is present with you, listens to your needs, and works with you to find ways to help you feel less sad, anxious, alone. It does not fix you. It gives you the tools to help you improve the way you live, cope, heal, and grow.
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Samuel David Markewich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Montpelier, VT 05602
Waitlist for new clients
My focus is in helping couples, families, teens, and adults to heal from the direct and indirect effects of trauma and build healthy lives and relationships. Trauma shows up in many ways, some obvious and some not realized to be trauma by the person or people going through it. It can have many effects, including fear, anxiety, depression, numbness, chronic pain, negative thoughts, anger, feeling out of control, feeling like it's your fault, not feeling normal, feeling a sense of needing to keep busy, panic, self-harm, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, shutting down, isolating, or being uncomfortable being alone.
My focus is in helping couples, families, teens, and adults to heal from the direct and indirect effects of trauma and build healthy lives and relationships. Trauma shows up in many ways, some obvious and some not realized to be trauma by the person or people going through it. It can have many effects, including fear, anxiety, depression, numbness, chronic pain, negative thoughts, anger, feeling out of control, feeling like it's your fault, not feeling normal, feeling a sense of needing to keep busy, panic, self-harm, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, shutting down, isolating, or being uncomfortable being alone.
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Kristi Cornforth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montpelier, VT 05601 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! You're ready for a worry-free mindset, and you know it's time for 1:1 support. The problem is anxiety has you barely keeping your head above water, and you feel powerless even to take action. I understand the struggle.
Accepting New Clients! You're ready for a worry-free mindset, and you know it's time for 1:1 support. The problem is anxiety has you barely keeping your head above water, and you feel powerless even to take action. I understand the struggle.
![Photo of Kathleen Walls, MS, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/177988a6-9c1f-4d39-b1f2-cda4c7445fda/1/320x400.jpeg)
Welcome! I believe that it is possible for you to find emotional balance, wherever you are in your journey. Your needs and emotional well being will be the guiding force in our work together, whether you are negotiating challenging situational stressors, or wanting to understanding persistent sadness that seems to have no source. Maybe you are feeling stuck, grieving, dealing with addiction, or feeling disconnected. Together we can work toward putting you in the driver's seat of your own life.
Welcome! I believe that it is possible for you to find emotional balance, wherever you are in your journey. Your needs and emotional well being will be the guiding force in our work together, whether you are negotiating challenging situational stressors, or wanting to understanding persistent sadness that seems to have no source. Maybe you are feeling stuck, grieving, dealing with addiction, or feeling disconnected. Together we can work toward putting you in the driver's seat of your own life.
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I am a former Olympic athlete and current life coach who enjoys helping my clients rediscover the vitality of their spirits. I believe that every person can achieve excellence, freedom, and a greater degree of joy in their life. My job is to help you discover the strength and greatness that is already within you, and figure out how to share it with the world. I have a warm, open, grounded presence that puts people at ease. We become healthier as we resonate with what our hearts truly desire, and learn to let go of the repetitive patterns and blocks that get in the way of that expression.
I am a former Olympic athlete and current life coach who enjoys helping my clients rediscover the vitality of their spirits. I believe that every person can achieve excellence, freedom, and a greater degree of joy in their life. My job is to help you discover the strength and greatness that is already within you, and figure out how to share it with the world. I have a warm, open, grounded presence that puts people at ease. We become healthier as we resonate with what our hearts truly desire, and learn to let go of the repetitive patterns and blocks that get in the way of that expression.
![Photo of Tara Cariano, MS, NCC, RYT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4333f0a1-92fe-41d1-8c28-21a56fd7acf3/3/320x400.png)
Welcome! I provide guidance and support to individuals in their journey toward living more wholeheartedly. In our work together, we will explore thought processes, qualities of the heart, inner emotions, bodily sensations, and relational patterns in order to support the development of the heart and mind. I support my clients in connecting with and expanding the relationship between the mind, body, and spirit to bring healing and relief from life's suffering. With curiosity as a guide, our journey together will draw upon the cultivation of deeper insight and self-awareness meeting each moment with compassion.
Welcome! I provide guidance and support to individuals in their journey toward living more wholeheartedly. In our work together, we will explore thought processes, qualities of the heart, inner emotions, bodily sensations, and relational patterns in order to support the development of the heart and mind. I support my clients in connecting with and expanding the relationship between the mind, body, and spirit to bring healing and relief from life's suffering. With curiosity as a guide, our journey together will draw upon the cultivation of deeper insight and self-awareness meeting each moment with compassion.
![Photo of Ginny Manoli Giles - Ginny Giles, MA, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b652d8b3-9a2b-49a2-ba5c-13a1c5abc6d8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Ginny Giles
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montpelier, VT 05602
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling with some aspect of your life? You are not alone. We all experience times in our lives where we feel stuck, lost, or challenged, but there is hope. I provide a safe, unconditionally accepting, warm and caring environment where we will work together to bring healing to what troubles you. I value and respect each persons individuality, and my goal is to help you find your way to where you want to be. I believe in the innate goodness of people, and that each person is capable of meaningful personal insight and growth.
Are you struggling with some aspect of your life? You are not alone. We all experience times in our lives where we feel stuck, lost, or challenged, but there is hope. I provide a safe, unconditionally accepting, warm and caring environment where we will work together to bring healing to what troubles you. I value and respect each persons individuality, and my goal is to help you find your way to where you want to be. I believe in the innate goodness of people, and that each person is capable of meaningful personal insight and growth.
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Currently taking new clients, please email me for a consultation. From the solid base of a trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship, I work to help people regain balance in their lives by embracing their ability to self-nurture. I take a positive, strengths-based approach with an emphasis on cultivating self-understanding, self-acceptance, self-compassion, and self-love.
Currently taking new clients, please email me for a consultation. From the solid base of a trusting and authentic therapeutic relationship, I work to help people regain balance in their lives by embracing their ability to self-nurture. I take a positive, strengths-based approach with an emphasis on cultivating self-understanding, self-acceptance, self-compassion, and self-love.
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I enjoy working with adult and young adult clients looking to identify positive ways forward in a natural outdoor setting. Clients I work with are often interested in easing symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, identifying patterns and solutions related to substance use disorder, or are developing strategies for managing AD(h)D.
I enjoy working with adult and young adult clients looking to identify positive ways forward in a natural outdoor setting. Clients I work with are often interested in easing symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, identifying patterns and solutions related to substance use disorder, or are developing strategies for managing AD(h)D.
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Thank you for visiting my Psychology Today profile & please reach out to me if you would like to begin therapy. I am currently accepting new clients and provide individual, family and couples therapy sessions in person OR via telehealth. I have a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW). I have also earned an academic concentration in mental health and trauma for my MSW. I have experience working at a wonderful community mental health agency for 5.5 years in addition to experience working with children in public schools helping them with learning and emotional/behavioral challenges.
Thank you for visiting my Psychology Today profile & please reach out to me if you would like to begin therapy. I am currently accepting new clients and provide individual, family and couples therapy sessions in person OR via telehealth. I have a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW). I have also earned an academic concentration in mental health and trauma for my MSW. I have experience working at a wonderful community mental health agency for 5.5 years in addition to experience working with children in public schools helping them with learning and emotional/behavioral challenges.
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Josh Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montpelier, VT 05602 (Online Only)
Hello, I am glad you found us here at Sondermind. Thank you for taking the first step by reaching out. Let me tell you a bit about myself, and if I seem to be a good fit for you, we can begin as soon as you would like. My name is Josh Burke, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Colorado, Vermont and New York. I have been providing psychotherapy for a wide variety of issues and populations for over eight years. I graduated from Roberts Wesleyan College in 2013 with a Master in Social Work with a mental health concentration.
Hello, I am glad you found us here at Sondermind. Thank you for taking the first step by reaching out. Let me tell you a bit about myself, and if I seem to be a good fit for you, we can begin as soon as you would like. My name is Josh Burke, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Colorado, Vermont and New York. I have been providing psychotherapy for a wide variety of issues and populations for over eight years. I graduated from Roberts Wesleyan College in 2013 with a Master in Social Work with a mental health concentration.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in East Montpelier, VT
< 10
Therapists in East Montpelier, VT who prioritize treating:
100% | Depression |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Trauma and PTSD |
75% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Coping Skills |
75% | Self Esteem |
75% | Stress |
Average years in practice
36 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
75% | Medicaid |
75% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in East Montpelier, VT see their clients
50% | In Person and Online | |
50% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
50% | Female | |
50% | Male |
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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.
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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.