Therapists in Downtown, Sarasota, FL
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Dr. Jacquelyn T Somach
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Within my practice I offer a supportive environment in which to explore, learn and grow. We all need a space in our life for the full expression of our thoughts and feelings. My intention is to provide a therapeutic relationship of respect and trust, and caring professional counseling designed to facilitate healing for adults, families and couples. I have experience in positive psychology, and the science of happiness and its application, in clinical practice for a holistic approach to health and well-being.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Within my practice I offer a supportive environment in which to explore, learn and grow. We all need a space in our life for the full expression of our thoughts and feelings. My intention is to provide a therapeutic relationship of respect and trust, and caring professional counseling designed to facilitate healing for adults, families and couples. I have experience in positive psychology, and the science of happiness and its application, in clinical practice for a holistic approach to health and well-being.
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I have worked for almost 15 years as a therapist and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. I am especially passionate about my extensive work with trans and gender-expansive clients and their family members. My empathic, non-judgemental style allows my clients safety in navigating coming out, transitioning and understanding themselves better through a lens of self-compassion. I am well versed in writing letters of support for trans-affirming medical care and have an established resource referral network. Let me help to guide you on the path to your authentic self.
I have worked for almost 15 years as a therapist and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. I am especially passionate about my extensive work with trans and gender-expansive clients and their family members. My empathic, non-judgemental style allows my clients safety in navigating coming out, transitioning and understanding themselves better through a lens of self-compassion. I am well versed in writing letters of support for trans-affirming medical care and have an established resource referral network. Let me help to guide you on the path to your authentic self.
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Dr. Sharon Diane Forrest
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, MBA, BA, LMFT, PCC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
Are you overwhelmed by depression, guilt, anger, fear, alcoholism, drug addition, grief, or heartbreak and feel out of control of your life or relationships? My practice focuses on the individual, family, and marriage in a Christ-centered counseling setting. With a Doctorate in Education-Pastoral Counseling/ MBA in Business, I provide a unique form of therapy addressing your spiritual and professional needs collectively. I seek to assist you in re-shaping the circumstances that have temporarily gotten you off track. You may have experienced a setback but working together we can make this a SET UP for something GREAT!
Are you overwhelmed by depression, guilt, anger, fear, alcoholism, drug addition, grief, or heartbreak and feel out of control of your life or relationships? My practice focuses on the individual, family, and marriage in a Christ-centered counseling setting. With a Doctorate in Education-Pastoral Counseling/ MBA in Business, I provide a unique form of therapy addressing your spiritual and professional needs collectively. I seek to assist you in re-shaping the circumstances that have temporarily gotten you off track. You may have experienced a setback but working together we can make this a SET UP for something GREAT!
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Dr. Emily L. Robertson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236 (Online Only)
I specialize in children and adolescent ADHD, defiance/oppositional concerns (e.g., tantrums, anger, hitting), emotion dysregulation, and family conflict. I offer Parent Management Training and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), as well as therapy groups with parents who need support with challenging child behaviors. Results tend to be noticed within 1-3 weeks of the start of therapy. Check out the practice website for more information: www.centerforchildbehavior.com.
I specialize in children and adolescent ADHD, defiance/oppositional concerns (e.g., tantrums, anger, hitting), emotion dysregulation, and family conflict. I offer Parent Management Training and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), as well as therapy groups with parents who need support with challenging child behaviors. Results tend to be noticed within 1-3 weeks of the start of therapy. Check out the practice website for more information: www.centerforchildbehavior.com.
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I am an experienced therapist working with individuals and families for over 20 years. During this time, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. My clients begin therapy as a means of overcoming obstacles or issues that prevent them from moving forward toward the individual goals they have set for themselves.I help them assess and explore clear and realistic goals. My early expertise working was with adolescents with social, emotional, family or school issues. The diversity of having worked in mental health, abuse/trauma, community education & private practice has helped me adopt a versatile tailored approach to treatment.
I am an experienced therapist working with individuals and families for over 20 years. During this time, I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. My clients begin therapy as a means of overcoming obstacles or issues that prevent them from moving forward toward the individual goals they have set for themselves.I help them assess and explore clear and realistic goals. My early expertise working was with adolescents with social, emotional, family or school issues. The diversity of having worked in mental health, abuse/trauma, community education & private practice has helped me adopt a versatile tailored approach to treatment.
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Tracy Rose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
Though I relish working with a diverse set of issues, I specialize in helping clients in the midst of a transition. Graduating from college, entering adulthood, starting or leveling up in a career, maintaining long-term relationships, aging, or parenting are all examples of some of the transitions that many of my clients are navigating. These transitions often require a self-reevaluation to take stock of where you are today and what’s preventing you from becoming a reimagined version of yourself.
Though I relish working with a diverse set of issues, I specialize in helping clients in the midst of a transition. Graduating from college, entering adulthood, starting or leveling up in a career, maintaining long-term relationships, aging, or parenting are all examples of some of the transitions that many of my clients are navigating. These transitions often require a self-reevaluation to take stock of where you are today and what’s preventing you from becoming a reimagined version of yourself.
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Hilary Hall
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
Not accepting new clients
SO MANY CHOICES LOOKING FOR A THERAPIST. IT CAN FEEL OVERWHELMING! HOW DO YOU DECIDE? First, look for a well trained therapist with a minimum of 10 years of experience. Second, find a therapist who has graduated from an advanced training institute after their graduate program. Third, find someone who has high professional and ethical standards. Fourth, find a therapist who has a warm and comfortable office environment. Fifth, talk to the person on the phone for a few minutes to get a "feel" for their personal "style" and answer your questions.
SO MANY CHOICES LOOKING FOR A THERAPIST. IT CAN FEEL OVERWHELMING! HOW DO YOU DECIDE? First, look for a well trained therapist with a minimum of 10 years of experience. Second, find a therapist who has graduated from an advanced training institute after their graduate program. Third, find someone who has high professional and ethical standards. Fourth, find a therapist who has a warm and comfortable office environment. Fifth, talk to the person on the phone for a few minutes to get a "feel" for their personal "style" and answer your questions.
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Tamara Knapp
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, NCC, REACE®
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
When adjusting to life's changes, feeling depressed or anxious, grieving a loss, or feeling stuck it is challenging to know where to begin. It helps to have someone to walk beside you as a compassionate witness to listen and support you on your healing journey. It can make all the difference in getting from where you are to where you want to be. I help clients on their journey to feel connected and restore wellness, to feel whole and access their most authentic life.
When adjusting to life's changes, feeling depressed or anxious, grieving a loss, or feeling stuck it is challenging to know where to begin. It helps to have someone to walk beside you as a compassionate witness to listen and support you on your healing journey. It can make all the difference in getting from where you are to where you want to be. I help clients on their journey to feel connected and restore wellness, to feel whole and access their most authentic life.
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Lucy Arenberg - Lifespark Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
Waitlist for new clients
Accepting new clients September, 2024. Empowering Minds and Healing Hearts... I am a strengths - based, holistic psychotherapist. You're stressed, anxious, or depressed. I get it. I've been there myself. Or perhaps you've been dealing with the same issues for many years without ever fully resolving them. My personal motto is that you are not your depression. You are not your anxiety. You are also not your past. Working with me you'll discover how to finally heal your emotional wounds. The life you're meant to live, as you define it, is waiting for you.
Accepting new clients September, 2024. Empowering Minds and Healing Hearts... I am a strengths - based, holistic psychotherapist. You're stressed, anxious, or depressed. I get it. I've been there myself. Or perhaps you've been dealing with the same issues for many years without ever fully resolving them. My personal motto is that you are not your depression. You are not your anxiety. You are also not your past. Working with me you'll discover how to finally heal your emotional wounds. The life you're meant to live, as you define it, is waiting for you.
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Tanya A Barkley-Graham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
I have over 25 years of social work practice and experience working within government agencies, non- profit organizations, and in a private practice setting. I work with individuals, couples, and families to support them in identifying challenges and setting goals to design the life they desire.
I have over 25 years of social work practice and experience working within government agencies, non- profit organizations, and in a private practice setting. I work with individuals, couples, and families to support them in identifying challenges and setting goals to design the life they desire.
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Anne K Glowacki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT, CHT
Verified Verified
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34237 (Online Only)
Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.
Welcome and thank you for visiting and taking the first step to personal well-being. People seek out psychotherapy for many reasons. My focus is to help identify what is most important to you in your life that you wish to strengthen and express more fully, even if you are facing difficulties right now. What may appear as obstacles at first can merely be stepping-stones to your deepest fulfillment. I welcome the opportunity to take part of that journey with you in a confidential environment committed to sensitivity and compassion with proven strategies that motivate and encourage continued success.
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Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CST, NCC, BCTMHC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
Are you wanting more intimacy? Are you and your partner constantly arguing and not connecting? Are you struggling with your mental health, your relationships, spirituality, and sex and you need someone to talk to and find some resources and solutions. If you need solutions, I can help. I offer TeleMental Health, Online Counseling, EMDR, Retreats and Gottman services for individuals, couples, and families in Spanish, English, and Creole. I specialize in anxiety, relationships, communication, intimacy, and sex. I offer free resources & information through my website, books, and through my podcast called "Bringing Intimacy Back".
Are you wanting more intimacy? Are you and your partner constantly arguing and not connecting? Are you struggling with your mental health, your relationships, spirituality, and sex and you need someone to talk to and find some resources and solutions. If you need solutions, I can help. I offer TeleMental Health, Online Counseling, EMDR, Retreats and Gottman services for individuals, couples, and families in Spanish, English, and Creole. I specialize in anxiety, relationships, communication, intimacy, and sex. I offer free resources & information through my website, books, and through my podcast called "Bringing Intimacy Back".
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Jennifer Barmash
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34237
Have you been struggling to fix things on your own or hoping they’ll just get better? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by feelings of anxiety, trapped in the cycle of depression, or concerned about substance use? Change is possible and I can help. Your first act of courage is reaching out to a therapist and making an investment in yourself. With 25+ years of experience, I've helped countless individuals to create lasting change through new ways of thinking and feeling.
Have you been struggling to fix things on your own or hoping they’ll just get better? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by feelings of anxiety, trapped in the cycle of depression, or concerned about substance use? Change is possible and I can help. Your first act of courage is reaching out to a therapist and making an investment in yourself. With 25+ years of experience, I've helped countless individuals to create lasting change through new ways of thinking and feeling.
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In my 35 years as a NY licensed psychologist, I have found that most people come to psychotherapy in some degree of pain, distress or anxiety. In my office patients find a climate of ease that encourages self-disclosure and a warm therapist-patient relationship. I strive to collaborate with my patients to help identify what is really troubling them so they can develop compassion for themselves while coming to terms with their circumstances.
In my 35 years as a NY licensed psychologist, I have found that most people come to psychotherapy in some degree of pain, distress or anxiety. In my office patients find a climate of ease that encourages self-disclosure and a warm therapist-patient relationship. I strive to collaborate with my patients to help identify what is really troubling them so they can develop compassion for themselves while coming to terms with their circumstances.
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Looking for an experienced and helpful child therapist? If you are wrestling with family power struggles, postpartum depression, disruptive behavior at school; or seeing your child consumed with excessive worry, eating problems, fearfulness, or sadness; I can help you imagine a more joyful, fulfilling and less stressful family life. I am a licensed counselor specializing in early childhood and parent-child relationships. As a Registered Play Therapist, my specialties include Trauma, Adoption, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Parent/Child Relationships, Sibling Rivalry, Body Image, Death, Divorce/Blended Families, Self-Esteem,& School Issues.
Looking for an experienced and helpful child therapist? If you are wrestling with family power struggles, postpartum depression, disruptive behavior at school; or seeing your child consumed with excessive worry, eating problems, fearfulness, or sadness; I can help you imagine a more joyful, fulfilling and less stressful family life. I am a licensed counselor specializing in early childhood and parent-child relationships. As a Registered Play Therapist, my specialties include Trauma, Adoption, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Parent/Child Relationships, Sibling Rivalry, Body Image, Death, Divorce/Blended Families, Self-Esteem,& School Issues.
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Audrey Oxenhorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34235
As a holistic practitioner, who is also a psychotherapist, artist, healer and grandmother, I offer children and their families practical life changing tools and knowledge to meet everyday challenges. Children and adolescents are living a completely different childhood than we did and it is helpful to get a skilled and intuitive perpsective about these shifts. Some of the tools that I offer include: Mindfulness for kids and adolescents, Tapping or Emotional Freedom Techniques, Creative Arts, Hypnotherapy and Personalized Meditations.
As a holistic practitioner, who is also a psychotherapist, artist, healer and grandmother, I offer children and their families practical life changing tools and knowledge to meet everyday challenges. Children and adolescents are living a completely different childhood than we did and it is helpful to get a skilled and intuitive perpsective about these shifts. Some of the tools that I offer include: Mindfulness for kids and adolescents, Tapping or Emotional Freedom Techniques, Creative Arts, Hypnotherapy and Personalized Meditations.
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Madison Ahles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
It’s hard to imagine a more accurate stereotype than the image of an unhappy adult reclined on a chaise lounge while venting about an unhappy childhood. Though the stereotype might be overly simplified, the reality is your childhood and adolescent years go on to color the rest of your life, shaping your personality, relationships, goals, and opinions. The importance of these years is what drew me to the field. From my very first placement as a graduate school intern, I was especially drawn towards the prospect of helping children and young adults navigate their way through a time that can feel like a rollercoaster.
It’s hard to imagine a more accurate stereotype than the image of an unhappy adult reclined on a chaise lounge while venting about an unhappy childhood. Though the stereotype might be overly simplified, the reality is your childhood and adolescent years go on to color the rest of your life, shaping your personality, relationships, goals, and opinions. The importance of these years is what drew me to the field. From my very first placement as a graduate school intern, I was especially drawn towards the prospect of helping children and young adults navigate their way through a time that can feel like a rollercoaster.
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Shakira Barbarossa
Pre-Licensed Professional, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236 (Online Only)
I believe that therapy is essential during challenging life transitions such as divorce, family or friendship breakdowns, the loss of a loved one, relocating to a new country or state, significant changes in job, or lifestyle. I incorporate CBT, EMDR, and Solution-Focused Therapy with a client-centered approach working in collaboration with the client.
I believe that therapy is essential during challenging life transitions such as divorce, family or friendship breakdowns, the loss of a loved one, relocating to a new country or state, significant changes in job, or lifestyle. I incorporate CBT, EMDR, and Solution-Focused Therapy with a client-centered approach working in collaboration with the client.
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Well Space Holistic Therapy
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RLMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
Hi, I am Jennifer, and I am so glad to meet you. As your therapist, I bring many years of experience in helping individuals navigate their mental health journeys. I hold a Masters in Mental Health and Counseling from New York University and a Master’s in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Oklahoma where I specialized in holistic mental health, somatic/body awareness, and a whole-person approach using evidence-based theories. These include emotion-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, CBT, and mindfulness. My previous career was overseas working with the military and their families for 10 years.
Hi, I am Jennifer, and I am so glad to meet you. As your therapist, I bring many years of experience in helping individuals navigate their mental health journeys. I hold a Masters in Mental Health and Counseling from New York University and a Master’s in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Oklahoma where I specialized in holistic mental health, somatic/body awareness, and a whole-person approach using evidence-based theories. These include emotion-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, CBT, and mindfulness. My previous career was overseas working with the military and their families for 10 years.
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Mary G Davenport
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Downtown, Sarasota, FL 34236
I am a PhD Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & aasect Certified Sex Therapist. I have been a leader in the field of family therapy and sex therapy since 1974. Trained at the University of Pennsylvania, I bring a wealth of experience and a personalized approach to my private practice in Sarasota, Florida. I provide specialized support for transgender and non-binary individuals and their families. I am dedicated to creating an environment that respects and celebrates the diversity of gender identities and sexual orientation.
I am a PhD Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & aasect Certified Sex Therapist. I have been a leader in the field of family therapy and sex therapy since 1974. Trained at the University of Pennsylvania, I bring a wealth of experience and a personalized approach to my private practice in Sarasota, Florida. I provide specialized support for transgender and non-binary individuals and their families. I am dedicated to creating an environment that respects and celebrates the diversity of gender identities and sexual orientation.
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Number of Therapists in Downtown, Sarasota, FL
100+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Downtown, Sarasota, FL who prioritize treating:
86% | Anxiety |
80% | Depression |
75% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Self Esteem |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
67% | Coping Skills |
64% | Grief |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
79% | Aetna |
70% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
55% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Downtown, Sarasota, FL see their clients
66% | In Person and Online | |
34% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
87% | Female | |
13% | 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.
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.