Therapists in Juneau, WI

Photo of Shannon James - Healing Minds MKE, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Healing Minds MKE
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Juneau, WI 53039  (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are struggling in the darkness of depression, grief or trauma? Do you feel stuck, lost or numb? Is anger affecting your relationships, work or other aspects of your life? Do you regularly feel anxious or unsettled? We are passionate about supporting others in finding the path towards mental wellness. This includes creating a safe space to explore your feelings, process past traumatic experiences and develop healthy, helpful coping tools. You don’t have to do this alone. We want to help you find light in the darkness and restore the hope you’ve lost.
Do you feel like you are struggling in the darkness of depression, grief or trauma? Do you feel stuck, lost or numb? Is anger affecting your relationships, work or other aspects of your life? Do you regularly feel anxious or unsettled? We are passionate about supporting others in finding the path towards mental wellness. This includes creating a safe space to explore your feelings, process past traumatic experiences and develop healthy, helpful coping tools. You don’t have to do this alone. We want to help you find light in the darkness and restore the hope you’ve lost.
(920) 626-3521 View (920) 626-3521
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Joy Wagner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Juneau, WI 53039
My clients seek help for relationship issues that make them feel disconnected, lonely, angry, and powerless to make things change. I start by creating a space for each individual to feel safe and heard. Approaching in a nonjudgmental way, we collaborate to allow their strengths to lead the way out of their darkness and find new ways to accomplish what they want most in life.
My clients seek help for relationship issues that make them feel disconnected, lonely, angry, and powerless to make things change. I start by creating a space for each individual to feel safe and heard. Approaching in a nonjudgmental way, we collaborate to allow their strengths to lead the way out of their darkness and find new ways to accomplish what they want most in life.
(920) 933-1089 View (920) 933-1089
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Erin Ashcraft
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Juneau, WI 53039
Welcome to my profile! I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist in training specializing in trauma-informed care, dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. I am currently working under supervision as I work toward full licensure. I came into this endeavor because I myself had experienced trauma in my life and walked the dark path through recovery and rebuilding my personal life. I now want to take that experience guided by professional training to assist you in your own recovery process.
Welcome to my profile! I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist in training specializing in trauma-informed care, dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. I am currently working under supervision as I work toward full licensure. I came into this endeavor because I myself had experienced trauma in my life and walked the dark path through recovery and rebuilding my personal life. I now want to take that experience guided by professional training to assist you in your own recovery process.
(920) 688-4548 View (920) 688-4548

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Carol L Sokovich
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, RN
Verified Verified
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Seeking help is intimidating and uncertain. It is a hard step, and you have already made the courageous move to scan therapist bios. Your life is precious and worth the fight, so please find a therapist and make an appointment. If you choose me, you will find a therapist who is friendly, non-judgemental, and passionate about helping you make peace with your past and build hope for the future.
Seeking help is intimidating and uncertain. It is a hard step, and you have already made the courageous move to scan therapist bios. Your life is precious and worth the fight, so please find a therapist and make an appointment. If you choose me, you will find a therapist who is friendly, non-judgemental, and passionate about helping you make peace with your past and build hope for the future.
(920) 289-8892 View (920) 289-8892
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Purviben K Trivedi-Ziemba
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Do you find having the same arguments with your child or spouse over and over again? Do you find you and your family members shutting down, getting in loud yelling matches, or slamming doors as some topics are brought up? Does your heart hurt so much that you cannot breathe or find yourself choking on your tears at times? Sometimes maintaining healthy relationships is so hard that it hurts people & even worse, makes them feel hopeless that change will ever happen. If you wish your relationship with your family were better, different, or even more tolerable, it might be time to consider reaching out for help.
Do you find having the same arguments with your child or spouse over and over again? Do you find you and your family members shutting down, getting in loud yelling matches, or slamming doors as some topics are brought up? Does your heart hurt so much that you cannot breathe or find yourself choking on your tears at times? Sometimes maintaining healthy relationships is so hard that it hurts people & even worse, makes them feel hopeless that change will ever happen. If you wish your relationship with your family were better, different, or even more tolerable, it might be time to consider reaching out for help.
(920) 528-5684 View (920) 528-5684
Photo of Terri Koschnick, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Terri Koschnick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Neosho, WI 53059
Terri Koschnick is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who has been practicing since 2000. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a Master's Degree in Counseling. Terri is a Christian counselor who integrates her training in Marriage and Family Therapy with her Christian faith. She provides individual adult, couples and family therapy. Her main areas of focus are treating trauma, anxiety and depression. She has extensive experience in successfully treating women who are, or who have been, in abusive or otherwise toxic relationships.
Terri Koschnick is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), who has been practicing since 2000. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater with a Master's Degree in Counseling. Terri is a Christian counselor who integrates her training in Marriage and Family Therapy with her Christian faith. She provides individual adult, couples and family therapy. Her main areas of focus are treating trauma, anxiety and depression. She has extensive experience in successfully treating women who are, or who have been, in abusive or otherwise toxic relationships.
(920) 789-3026 View (920) 789-3026
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Angela Waldoch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
Not accepting new clients
Hey, I'm Angela! Please reach out via email. I'm a Registered Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. As part of the queer community, I understand the unique circumstances that can often come along with this lived experience, and I enjoy working with fellow LGBTQIA+ individuals and diverse folks from all walks of life. I specialize in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, CPTSD, SH/SI, life changes & transitions, identity exploration, grief and loss, and those coping with chronic illnesses. I'm sex positive, gender affirming, and find value in examining structures and systems at play that impact our mental health as well.
Hey, I'm Angela! Please reach out via email. I'm a Registered Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. As part of the queer community, I understand the unique circumstances that can often come along with this lived experience, and I enjoy working with fellow LGBTQIA+ individuals and diverse folks from all walks of life. I specialize in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, CPTSD, SH/SI, life changes & transitions, identity exploration, grief and loss, and those coping with chronic illnesses. I'm sex positive, gender affirming, and find value in examining structures and systems at play that impact our mental health as well.
(608) 200-2263 View (608) 200-2263
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Kettle Moraine Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mayville, WI 53050
6 locations Mayville, Madison, Germantown, West Bend, Cedarburg and Oak Creek. 40 plus providers to help. 2 NP’s for medications. See website for therapist information.
6 locations Mayville, Madison, Germantown, West Bend, Cedarburg and Oak Creek. 40 plus providers to help. 2 NP’s for medications. See website for therapist information.
(262) 288-2665 View (262) 288-2665
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Amy Bourdo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Neosho, WI 53059
Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing psychotherapy services and psycho-educational groups to adults since 2001. Amy has worked extensively with eating disorders on the outpatient and intensive outpatient levels in her private practice and on the inpatient level at Rogers Memorial Hospital. She volunteered for years at the Eating Disorder Foundation in Denver, Colorado, eventually helping them create and open a unique support center dedicated to long term eating disorder recovery. Amy also works extensively with issues of codependency, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, self-esteem and trauma.
Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing psychotherapy services and psycho-educational groups to adults since 2001. Amy has worked extensively with eating disorders on the outpatient and intensive outpatient levels in her private practice and on the inpatient level at Rogers Memorial Hospital. She volunteered for years at the Eating Disorder Foundation in Denver, Colorado, eventually helping them create and open a unique support center dedicated to long term eating disorder recovery. Amy also works extensively with issues of codependency, anxiety, depression, perfectionism, self-esteem and trauma.
(920) 476-1179 View (920) 476-1179
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Kim Jaeger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Neosho, WI 53059
Kim has a master's degree in counseling and is a licensed substance abuse counselor and has been in practice since 1987. she believes her personal and professional experiences have helped her to be more understanding, more accepting and more honest with people who are seeking change or healing. She works with a variety of issues including addiction, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles and life stress. She works with adolescents and adults. In working with her, you can expect her to be an active listener, direct yet gentle, compassionate and encouraging.
Kim has a master's degree in counseling and is a licensed substance abuse counselor and has been in practice since 1987. she believes her personal and professional experiences have helped her to be more understanding, more accepting and more honest with people who are seeking change or healing. She works with a variety of issues including addiction, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles and life stress. She works with adolescents and adults. In working with her, you can expect her to be an active listener, direct yet gentle, compassionate and encouraging.
(920) 282-6738 View (920) 282-6738
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Caley Mamerow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
Neosho, WI 53059
Caley Mamerow is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2004. She has an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mount Mary University and a BS in Psychology with a minor in Human Development & Family Studies from University of Wisconsin-Stout. Caley’s approach to promote growth is to work collaboratively with clients using their strengths to help encourage change. Caley believes she can help clients to achieve long lasting skills by taking an integrative approach and using different modalities to best cater to each client and their specific needs.
Caley Mamerow is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2004. She has an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mount Mary University and a BS in Psychology with a minor in Human Development & Family Studies from University of Wisconsin-Stout. Caley’s approach to promote growth is to work collaboratively with clients using their strengths to help encourage change. Caley believes she can help clients to achieve long lasting skills by taking an integrative approach and using different modalities to best cater to each client and their specific needs.
(920) 561-2402 View (920) 561-2402
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Krista Oelhafen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Neosho, WI 53059
Krista Oelhafen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, life transitions, and children's behavioral issues. Krista treats patients between the ages of 5 to 30 utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Family Based Therapy.
Krista Oelhafen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience specializing in eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, life transitions, and children's behavioral issues. Krista treats patients between the ages of 5 to 30 utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Exposure Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Family Based Therapy.
(920) 949-7190 View (920) 949-7190
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Shannon Westphal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hustisford, WI 53034
Do you have difficulties finding joy in your life, not feeling good enough, or feeling disconnected from those around you? Do the experiences from your past seem to somehow repeat themselves or continue to impact the life you wish to live now? If any of these statements connect with you, I am so glad you are taking this first step to find a therapist. It can take such courage to reach out and try to find someone you can trust to help.
Do you have difficulties finding joy in your life, not feeling good enough, or feeling disconnected from those around you? Do the experiences from your past seem to somehow repeat themselves or continue to impact the life you wish to live now? If any of these statements connect with you, I am so glad you are taking this first step to find a therapist. It can take such courage to reach out and try to find someone you can trust to help.
(920) 689-5721 View (920) 689-5721
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Beth Ann Wuerl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Neosho, WI 53059
Beth Ann Wuerl is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has been practicing since 2014. She graduated from UW-Milwaukee with a Masters of Social Work with a focus in clinical treatment. After working in the Trauma Recovery Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs at Rogers Behavioral Health for approximately 3.5 years, Beth Ann transitioned into outpatient practice in 2018. Beth Ann primary mode of treatment is exposure therapy to treat phobias, OCD, anxiety and PTSD.
Beth Ann Wuerl is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who has been practicing since 2014. She graduated from UW-Milwaukee with a Masters of Social Work with a focus in clinical treatment. After working in the Trauma Recovery Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient programs at Rogers Behavioral Health for approximately 3.5 years, Beth Ann transitioned into outpatient practice in 2018. Beth Ann primary mode of treatment is exposure therapy to treat phobias, OCD, anxiety and PTSD.
(920) 633-3396 View (920) 633-3396
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Nicholas Overbaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Neosho, WI 53059
Nick is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) who provides services to adults, adolescents, and children. He specializes in using Prolonged Exposure Therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He also treats anxiety disorders including OCD, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and social anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Nick also provides treatment to individuals with depression, eating disorders, comorbid substance use with anxiety, depression, and trauma, and other concerns such as grief and loss.
Nick is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor, trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) who provides services to adults, adolescents, and children. He specializes in using Prolonged Exposure Therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He also treats anxiety disorders including OCD, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and social anxiety using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). Nick also provides treatment to individuals with depression, eating disorders, comorbid substance use with anxiety, depression, and trauma, and other concerns such as grief and loss.
(920) 315-8264 View (920) 315-8264
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Joyous Living Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Horicon, WI 53032
I am an older adult with a counseling degree based on 50+ years of life experiences. I understand you because I have probably 'been there' in my own life before. I accurately empathize with you and give you treatment pathways that worked for me. I accept all types of life's problems and because I have gone through divorce and the loss of a child, I specialize in grief counseling. I have a specialty in foster amd adoption therapy. I realize that counseling is hard work on the part of the client, and as your therapist I commit to helping you seek deliverance of the past and cheer you on to the future.
I am an older adult with a counseling degree based on 50+ years of life experiences. I understand you because I have probably 'been there' in my own life before. I accurately empathize with you and give you treatment pathways that worked for me. I accept all types of life's problems and because I have gone through divorce and the loss of a child, I specialize in grief counseling. I have a specialty in foster amd adoption therapy. I realize that counseling is hard work on the part of the client, and as your therapist I commit to helping you seek deliverance of the past and cheer you on to the future.
(920) 482-6223 View (920) 482-6223
Paula Swartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Neosho, WI 53059
Paula Swartz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Paula Swartz is a dedicated trauma-informed therapist with a passion for helping individuals reclaim their lives after experiencing traumatic events. With more than three years of direct clinical experience and seven years in the social services field, Paula has witnessed the transformative power of therapy and witnessed the incredible strength and resilience that comes with being a human being.
Paula Swartz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2020. She has a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Paula Swartz is a dedicated trauma-informed therapist with a passion for helping individuals reclaim their lives after experiencing traumatic events. With more than three years of direct clinical experience and seven years in the social services field, Paula has witnessed the transformative power of therapy and witnessed the incredible strength and resilience that comes with being a human being.
(920) 796-9347 View (920) 796-9347
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Shelby Brandsma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
I have been a Social Worker for over 25 years working with children and families. I specialize in Family Court dynamics including performing evaluations, therapy, co-parent work and supervising parenting time. I use play and art to assist young people and even adults to feel comfortable. My goal is to provide an environment for individuals to feel safe and connected.
I have been a Social Worker for over 25 years working with children and families. I specialize in Family Court dynamics including performing evaluations, therapy, co-parent work and supervising parenting time. I use play and art to assist young people and even adults to feel comfortable. My goal is to provide an environment for individuals to feel safe and connected.
(920) 289-4036 View (920) 289-4036
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Lynsey Retzlaff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Neosho, WI 53059
Substance Abuse Counselor"“In Training who works with adults and received her Master's in Social Work from University of Wisconsin "“ Milwaukee in 2016. She gained extensive experience while working in Residential and Inpatient programs at Rogers Behavioral Health for 8 years and worked at one of the few residential trauma programs in the country. She works collaboratively with you to identify specific needs, as your experience is different from anyone else.
Substance Abuse Counselor"“In Training who works with adults and received her Master's in Social Work from University of Wisconsin "“ Milwaukee in 2016. She gained extensive experience while working in Residential and Inpatient programs at Rogers Behavioral Health for 8 years and worked at one of the few residential trauma programs in the country. She works collaboratively with you to identify specific needs, as your experience is different from anyone else.
(920) 633-3114 View (920) 633-3114
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Tracey L Atkinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Beaver Dam, WI 53916  (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! My name is Tracey and I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field. I specialize in trauma work and also work with depression, anxiety, life transitions such as empty nesting, divorce, single parenting, grief/loss, career change. Call today for a free 15 minute consultation!
Hello and welcome! My name is Tracey and I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field. I specialize in trauma work and also work with depression, anxiety, life transitions such as empty nesting, divorce, single parenting, grief/loss, career change. Call today for a free 15 minute consultation!
(262) 233-9483 View (262) 233-9483

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Number of Therapists in Juneau, WI

< 10

Therapists in Juneau, WI who prioritize treating:

100% Depression
75% Anxiety
75% Parenting
75% Trauma and PTSD
75% Bipolar Disorder
75% Coping Skills
75% Self Esteem

Average years in practice

5 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

100% BlueCross and BlueShield
100% Medicaid
100% Anthem | Elevance

How Therapists in Juneau, WI see their clients

75% In Person and Online
25% Online Only

Gender breakdown

100% Female
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in Juneau?

Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.

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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.

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.

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.