Therapists in Efland, NC
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Hello, and welcome to my page! As a mental health counselor and supervisor with over a decade of clinical practice, I bring a wealth and knowledge and experience into my counseling sessions. While I welcome anyone to my private practice who is seeking to improve their life or themselves, I primarily focus my clinical work on anxiety, couples therapy, and men's issues. My small teletherapy practice allows me to focus my time and attention on each of my clients to build a specialized therapeutic approach specifically designed to improve my clients' health, happiness and overall wellbeing.
Hello, and welcome to my page! As a mental health counselor and supervisor with over a decade of clinical practice, I bring a wealth and knowledge and experience into my counseling sessions. While I welcome anyone to my private practice who is seeking to improve their life or themselves, I primarily focus my clinical work on anxiety, couples therapy, and men's issues. My small teletherapy practice allows me to focus my time and attention on each of my clients to build a specialized therapeutic approach specifically designed to improve my clients' health, happiness and overall wellbeing.
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Julie M Bridges
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Efland, NC 27243 (Online Only)
You’re stressed and filled with anxiety. Your thoughts are negative and you lack self-confidence. Intrusive thoughts keep distracting you from what you need to do each day. You worry too much - maybe you've even become worried about how much you worry. Do you want to learn to lower the volume of the anxiety? Do you hope to gain some perspective about all the worries keeping you awake at night? Have you tried to manage emotions by stuffing them deep inside? Or maybe your emotions are all over the place and you aren't sure what you are feeling.
You’re stressed and filled with anxiety. Your thoughts are negative and you lack self-confidence. Intrusive thoughts keep distracting you from what you need to do each day. You worry too much - maybe you've even become worried about how much you worry. Do you want to learn to lower the volume of the anxiety? Do you hope to gain some perspective about all the worries keeping you awake at night? Have you tried to manage emotions by stuffing them deep inside? Or maybe your emotions are all over the place and you aren't sure what you are feeling.
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Whether you are struggling with navigating the challenges and griefs of this moment, hoping to have a greater sense of ease or purpose, or longing for more connection with a partner or community - I am here to provide support along the way. Bringing warmth and curiosity to my therapeutic relationships, I am committed to creating a therapeutic space in which you can feel seen and welcome. My areas of specialty include relationship issues, trauma, gender and sexuality exploration, chronic illness, grief and life transitions.
Whether you are struggling with navigating the challenges and griefs of this moment, hoping to have a greater sense of ease or purpose, or longing for more connection with a partner or community - I am here to provide support along the way. Bringing warmth and curiosity to my therapeutic relationships, I am committed to creating a therapeutic space in which you can feel seen and welcome. My areas of specialty include relationship issues, trauma, gender and sexuality exploration, chronic illness, grief and life transitions.
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Are you having difficulty in your marriage or struggling with managing your children's behavior? Is anger is overtaking your life and your having difficulty communicating effectively or setting boundaries? Its hard to adjust to relationships as they evolve. I am here to make things easier and give you the skills to cope with the challenging times. I am a Licensed Psychological Associate and have over 25 years experience working in mental health. I can help with a variety of mental health concerns with a focus on psychological evaluations, relationship issues, anger management, parenting skills, and behavioral intervention plans.
Are you having difficulty in your marriage or struggling with managing your children's behavior? Is anger is overtaking your life and your having difficulty communicating effectively or setting boundaries? Its hard to adjust to relationships as they evolve. I am here to make things easier and give you the skills to cope with the challenging times. I am a Licensed Psychological Associate and have over 25 years experience working in mental health. I can help with a variety of mental health concerns with a focus on psychological evaluations, relationship issues, anger management, parenting skills, and behavioral intervention plans.
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My clients say that I am comfortable to talk to and easy to get to know. I can assess a situation and problem solve in an efficient and timely manner, helping you to see quick results in areas of your life that you are open to change. I have 20 plus years of experience yet am very current in my treatment approach. I look forward to meeting you, and joining with you on your self care journey.
My clients say that I am comfortable to talk to and easy to get to know. I can assess a situation and problem solve in an efficient and timely manner, helping you to see quick results in areas of your life that you are open to change. I have 20 plus years of experience yet am very current in my treatment approach. I look forward to meeting you, and joining with you on your self care journey.
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True Living Counseling Services PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHCS, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Efland, NC 27243
There are a variety of reasons for deciding to participate in counseling. Some people have long term issues that hinder them from living the life that they wish and need assistance with dealing with these issues. Others have short term problems that they are not able to conquer on their own and need some guidance to mange this. Whatever your situation is, there are many dimensions of counseling that can relieve you of your stressful situation.
There are a variety of reasons for deciding to participate in counseling. Some people have long term issues that hinder them from living the life that they wish and need assistance with dealing with these issues. Others have short term problems that they are not able to conquer on their own and need some guidance to mange this. Whatever your situation is, there are many dimensions of counseling that can relieve you of your stressful situation.
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Dr. Brooks began his career in mental health and addictions counseling in 1992. Since that time, he has worked in inpatient and outpatient settings as varied as rural community clinics, hospitals, managing clinics in urban communities, directing an international employee assistance program, university counseling centers, and developing and managing treatment programs for executives and professionals. The populations he has served have been just as varied— they include addictions (both substance abuse and behavioral), mental health, individuals and families, adoption, indigent persons, athletes, executives, and professionals.
Dr. Brooks began his career in mental health and addictions counseling in 1992. Since that time, he has worked in inpatient and outpatient settings as varied as rural community clinics, hospitals, managing clinics in urban communities, directing an international employee assistance program, university counseling centers, and developing and managing treatment programs for executives and professionals. The populations he has served have been just as varied— they include addictions (both substance abuse and behavioral), mental health, individuals and families, adoption, indigent persons, athletes, executives, and professionals.
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Janet Mittman
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278 (Online Only)
Please note: I am currently working online only. My varied approach draws on traditional training as well as several related prior professional experiences. I have over thirty years of experience in helping professions including psychotherapy, counseling, higher education, and human services. My doctorate involved multiple disciplines, including psychology, philosophy and the arts. I am also a former yoga teacher. All of this experience has deeply influenced my practice. In addition to various more conventional therapeutic approaches (DBT, EMDR, insight oriented, etc.), I often include body/mind practices.
Please note: I am currently working online only. My varied approach draws on traditional training as well as several related prior professional experiences. I have over thirty years of experience in helping professions including psychotherapy, counseling, higher education, and human services. My doctorate involved multiple disciplines, including psychology, philosophy and the arts. I am also a former yoga teacher. All of this experience has deeply influenced my practice. In addition to various more conventional therapeutic approaches (DBT, EMDR, insight oriented, etc.), I often include body/mind practices.
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Terry Tucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278 (Online Only)
Life is not meant to journey alone. After 34 years of working in mental health, I have come to realize that compassion, understanding, guidance and acceptance are the keys to a successful therapeutic relationship. I have worked with clients experiencing many different challenges - trauma, sexual abuse, life transitions, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, marriage issues, isolation and loneliness and chronic physical conditions. Whatever you are currently experiencing, I will seek to support you, serve and guide you on your unique path to healing and awareness.
Life is not meant to journey alone. After 34 years of working in mental health, I have come to realize that compassion, understanding, guidance and acceptance are the keys to a successful therapeutic relationship. I have worked with clients experiencing many different challenges - trauma, sexual abuse, life transitions, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, marriage issues, isolation and loneliness and chronic physical conditions. Whatever you are currently experiencing, I will seek to support you, serve and guide you on your unique path to healing and awareness.
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Crystal Edler Schiller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Not accepting new clients
I am a psychologist, assistant professor, and associate director of behavioral health for the UNC Center for Women's Mood Disorders. I provide therapy for women experiencing mood and anxiety symptoms across the lifespan, and I have specific expertise in reproductive-related mood disorders. My clinical practice focuses on the use of mindfulness, acceptance, and value-based action as methods of promoting wellbeing and vitality. I specialize in the use of behavior therapies for mood and anxiety disorders in women.
I am a psychologist, assistant professor, and associate director of behavioral health for the UNC Center for Women's Mood Disorders. I provide therapy for women experiencing mood and anxiety symptoms across the lifespan, and I have specific expertise in reproductive-related mood disorders. My clinical practice focuses on the use of mindfulness, acceptance, and value-based action as methods of promoting wellbeing and vitality. I specialize in the use of behavior therapies for mood and anxiety disorders in women.
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Craig Clement
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Reaching out for help can be difficult, but seeking the support of a counselor can lead to measurable positive change, meaning, and balance in your life. My style is warm, non-judgmental, and affirming. I leave space for you to safely explore issues of concern as well as aspirations. I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life and work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their goals. Whether you are seeking support with hard to change behaviors, a life transition, or emotional connection, deciding to enlist professional help can be a brave first step towards healing.
Reaching out for help can be difficult, but seeking the support of a counselor can lead to measurable positive change, meaning, and balance in your life. My style is warm, non-judgmental, and affirming. I leave space for you to safely explore issues of concern as well as aspirations. I have experience working with individuals from all walks of life and work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their goals. Whether you are seeking support with hard to change behaviors, a life transition, or emotional connection, deciding to enlist professional help can be a brave first step towards healing.
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I believe therapy should be a collaborative effort between client and therapist. While I may share some evidenced-based ideas during our sessions, only you are the expert on what works for you. My sessions will generally follow a cognitive behavioral approach, meaning that we will examine, and possibly shift, your thoughts and perspectives on life situations that are causing you enough distress to want to pursue change. Together we will form a plan of action that is the right fit for you at this point in time.
I believe therapy should be a collaborative effort between client and therapist. While I may share some evidenced-based ideas during our sessions, only you are the expert on what works for you. My sessions will generally follow a cognitive behavioral approach, meaning that we will examine, and possibly shift, your thoughts and perspectives on life situations that are causing you enough distress to want to pursue change. Together we will form a plan of action that is the right fit for you at this point in time.
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A Place for the Soul Counseling, PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mebane, NC 27302 (Online Only)
If anxiety feels all-encompassing, leaving you exhausted and unsure about the future, hindering the life you envisioned, you're not alone. Whether it's persistent panic attacks, draining social anxiety, or constant tension, it may feel overwhelming. The good news is you don't have to navigate this alone. Throughout my experience as a therapist, I’ve helped clients work through a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, relationship issues, and more. I enjoy helping clients to explore their past and prepare for their future. I'm adept at teaching practical coping skills to drastically reduce anxiety.
If anxiety feels all-encompassing, leaving you exhausted and unsure about the future, hindering the life you envisioned, you're not alone. Whether it's persistent panic attacks, draining social anxiety, or constant tension, it may feel overwhelming. The good news is you don't have to navigate this alone. Throughout my experience as a therapist, I’ve helped clients work through a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, relationship issues, and more. I enjoy helping clients to explore their past and prepare for their future. I'm adept at teaching practical coping skills to drastically reduce anxiety.
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Those I work with are often quite stuck. They may even be in crisis. They struggle with anxiety, depression, upsetting or intrusive thoughts/voices, unexplainable feelings in their bodies, painful memories, questions about gender or sexuality, substance abuse, suicide and more. These experiences may interfere with friendships, parenting, romantic relationships and/or work. The symptom, no matter what particular form it takes, is a message that wants to be heard and hopes to be spoken.
Those I work with are often quite stuck. They may even be in crisis. They struggle with anxiety, depression, upsetting or intrusive thoughts/voices, unexplainable feelings in their bodies, painful memories, questions about gender or sexuality, substance abuse, suicide and more. These experiences may interfere with friendships, parenting, romantic relationships and/or work. The symptom, no matter what particular form it takes, is a message that wants to be heard and hopes to be spoken.
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Ping-Tzu Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27704
Changes often raise fear and curiosity. I particularly enjoy working with clients who are full of curiosities and who are willing to explore unknowns and perceive unknowns as gifts. I am interested in supporting clients’ fear related to changes, and helping clients work on variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, traumas, identity development (e.g., sexual orientation and cultural identities), etc. Prior to arriving in the US, I was a mental health provider in Taiwan. In my early career, I practiced child play therapy and animal-assisted psychotherapy.
Changes often raise fear and curiosity. I particularly enjoy working with clients who are full of curiosities and who are willing to explore unknowns and perceive unknowns as gifts. I am interested in supporting clients’ fear related to changes, and helping clients work on variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, traumas, identity development (e.g., sexual orientation and cultural identities), etc. Prior to arriving in the US, I was a mental health provider in Taiwan. In my early career, I practiced child play therapy and animal-assisted psychotherapy.
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Jason Wesson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
**Not Accepting New Clients Currently** I am highly experienced with those who find themselves stuck in unproductive or damaging patterns of thinking or actions and have been unable to move forward, even with other professional help. The feedback I receive from fellow providers and clients is that I have a high success rate of treatment and recovery. I believe that outpatient psychotherapy is a process of collaboration that provides a stable, supportive environment for achieving psychological wellness. Each of us are unique and the best expert on the stressors in our daily life.
**Not Accepting New Clients Currently** I am highly experienced with those who find themselves stuck in unproductive or damaging patterns of thinking or actions and have been unable to move forward, even with other professional help. The feedback I receive from fellow providers and clients is that I have a high success rate of treatment and recovery. I believe that outpatient psychotherapy is a process of collaboration that provides a stable, supportive environment for achieving psychological wellness. Each of us are unique and the best expert on the stressors in our daily life.
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Ashley R Kolbe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278
I strive to provide competent, compassionate and client-centered therapy services to assist and support individuals, couples, and families in processing past issues, managing daily stress, and working to make positive choices in the future. I specialize in working with children and adolescents who are experiencing anxiety, depression and behavioral challenges. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I value working with the entire family. I incorporate parents and caregivers into my work with children to ensure that the entire family system feels supported and can work towards improved family dynamics and relationships.
I strive to provide competent, compassionate and client-centered therapy services to assist and support individuals, couples, and families in processing past issues, managing daily stress, and working to make positive choices in the future. I specialize in working with children and adolescents who are experiencing anxiety, depression and behavioral challenges. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I value working with the entire family. I incorporate parents and caregivers into my work with children to ensure that the entire family system feels supported and can work towards improved family dynamics and relationships.
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Meghan E Palmer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Waitlist for new clients
It can be hard to know which therapist will meet your needs. If you are anxious, stressed, struggling with relationships, or just feel like something is 'off', I might be the right fit for you. People often work with me on issues within their relationships, feeling comfortable with their emotions, and overcoming obstacles to success. People might have trouble with body image, maintaining meaningful friendships, managing conflict, setting boundaries, coping with fear, and reconnecting with themselves after traumatic experiences. If this resonates with you, I'm glad you found my page.
It can be hard to know which therapist will meet your needs. If you are anxious, stressed, struggling with relationships, or just feel like something is 'off', I might be the right fit for you. People often work with me on issues within their relationships, feeling comfortable with their emotions, and overcoming obstacles to success. People might have trouble with body image, maintaining meaningful friendships, managing conflict, setting boundaries, coping with fear, and reconnecting with themselves after traumatic experiences. If this resonates with you, I'm glad you found my page.
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Suzanne Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NC 27278
Impacted by substance misuse, ongoing family conflict, codependence, and/or trauma? Curious about feeling better, having better relationships, and/or recovery? I specialize in helping people and their loved ones connect with hope and positive change. I use a collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach in working with adult individuals, couples, and families. "I want you to get excited about who you are, what you are, what you have, and what can still be for you." - Virginia Satir. Fortunately, you can learn to cope in healthy ways, heal, and overcome these challenges--and you don't have to do it alone.
Impacted by substance misuse, ongoing family conflict, codependence, and/or trauma? Curious about feeling better, having better relationships, and/or recovery? I specialize in helping people and their loved ones connect with hope and positive change. I use a collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental approach in working with adult individuals, couples, and families. "I want you to get excited about who you are, what you are, what you have, and what can still be for you." - Virginia Satir. Fortunately, you can learn to cope in healthy ways, heal, and overcome these challenges--and you don't have to do it alone.
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So many of us feel stuck-tangled in painful memories, uncomfortable emotions or self-criticism. I offer mindfulness-based psychotherapy that can help you live with awareness, vitality and purpose. I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, loss and relationship difficulties who are ready to try a different approach. Rather than just feeling better, my focus is on helping you live better and meet life's challenges with greater ease. It is a joy and privilege to work with others as they let go of the struggle, clarify what is truly important and bring forth this vision into reality.
So many of us feel stuck-tangled in painful memories, uncomfortable emotions or self-criticism. I offer mindfulness-based psychotherapy that can help you live with awareness, vitality and purpose. I work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, loss and relationship difficulties who are ready to try a different approach. Rather than just feeling better, my focus is on helping you live better and meet life's challenges with greater ease. It is a joy and privilege to work with others as they let go of the struggle, clarify what is truly important and bring forth this vision into reality.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Efland, NC
< 10
Therapists in Efland, NC who prioritize treating:
86% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Depression |
71% | Anxiety |
71% | Trauma and PTSD |
71% | Coping Skills |
57% | Divorce |
57% | Anger Management |
Average years in practice
20 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
100% | Aetna |
100% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
100% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Efland, NC see their clients
58% | In Person and Online | |
42% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
60% | Female | |
40% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Efland?
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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.