Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
![Photo of Adam Chase, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44ca5272-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Adam Chase
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Not accepting new clients
I am not currently accepting new clients. I've been in the mental health field for over 25 years and still strive to keep my "beginner's mind". I have a psychodynamic orientation (which means I believe that the relationship between the therapist and you is an important part of the process). My work is informed by many things, including the Buddhist principal that suffering comes from attachment to things we often aren't aware of or simply don't know how to let go of. I've found it helpful to use various wisdom resources, poetry, and humor in therapy.
I am not currently accepting new clients. I've been in the mental health field for over 25 years and still strive to keep my "beginner's mind". I have a psychodynamic orientation (which means I believe that the relationship between the therapist and you is an important part of the process). My work is informed by many things, including the Buddhist principal that suffering comes from attachment to things we often aren't aware of or simply don't know how to let go of. I've found it helpful to use various wisdom resources, poetry, and humor in therapy.
![Photo of Laura Chapeau, MSW, LISW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/966491e2-0569-4baa-bc05-536757490959/2/320x400.jpeg)
Laura Chapeau
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55439 (Online Only)
I enjoy supporting families facing parenting challenges, as well as the unique gifts and experiences of parenting children with special needs. I also enjoy working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with life transitions, managing relationships, school concerns, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, I have significant experience working with individuals in the adoption triad, as well as those considering or in the midst of the adoption process, and following placement transition. It is common for families to experience increased stress, grief, and challenges related to trauma and attachment.
I enjoy supporting families facing parenting challenges, as well as the unique gifts and experiences of parenting children with special needs. I also enjoy working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with life transitions, managing relationships, school concerns, anxiety, and depression. Additionally, I have significant experience working with individuals in the adoption triad, as well as those considering or in the midst of the adoption process, and following placement transition. It is common for families to experience increased stress, grief, and challenges related to trauma and attachment.
![Photo of Kasey Meyer, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e429ae7a-4c76-4918-9ac6-d92ae8f2f9d8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Her treatment approach is client-centered, integrating the individual’s goals, lifestyle, environment, medical, and nutritional needs to treat the whole person and create space for health and healing.
Her treatment approach is client-centered, integrating the individual’s goals, lifestyle, environment, medical, and nutritional needs to treat the whole person and create space for health and healing.
![Photo of Nicholas Bennett, MSW, LGSW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f5e299ec-c524-4e51-9cb4-67cef369365f/1/320x400.jpeg)
Nicholas Bennett
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Life can often feel overwhelming and exhausting, with relentless pressures and uncertainties leading to mental, emotional, and physical strain. Having personally faced homelessness, addiction, and redemption, I understand these struggles deeply and am committed to guiding others from despair to healing and renewal. As a therapist, I bring a unique perspective shaped by my journey and 13 years of sobriety. I believe in keeping things real and value honest, direct communication. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and a commitment to helping you find your path forward. I work with individuals 13+, couples and families.
Life can often feel overwhelming and exhausting, with relentless pressures and uncertainties leading to mental, emotional, and physical strain. Having personally faced homelessness, addiction, and redemption, I understand these struggles deeply and am committed to guiding others from despair to healing and renewal. As a therapist, I bring a unique perspective shaped by my journey and 13 years of sobriety. I believe in keeping things real and value honest, direct communication. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and a commitment to helping you find your path forward. I work with individuals 13+, couples and families.
![Photo of Luyang Gao, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9bbbbb27-f89c-4ca7-80c2-6b5a2b4a6546/1/320x400.png)
Psychotherapy is the intricate healing process of restoring parts of ourselves that we are struggling with. While we humans cannot choose what happens to us or make everything “right” to us, we have the power to alter how suffering affects us.
Psychotherapy is the intricate healing process of restoring parts of ourselves that we are struggling with. While we humans cannot choose what happens to us or make everything “right” to us, we have the power to alter how suffering affects us.
![Photo of Kaylee Burnham, MSW, LGSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/83e90e10-eb17-474c-86cb-bf4efc19c2e0/3/320x400.jpeg)
If you're reading this page, you are likely experiencing some emotional distress and/or dissatisfaction that you would like support to understand and resolve. Perhaps you can identify causes and perhaps it just feels confusing. Meeting with someone to gain understanding around where these experiences originate, as well as tools to address them, is a great (and brave) step. I would love to chat to see if we may be a good fit in that important work.
If you're reading this page, you are likely experiencing some emotional distress and/or dissatisfaction that you would like support to understand and resolve. Perhaps you can identify causes and perhaps it just feels confusing. Meeting with someone to gain understanding around where these experiences originate, as well as tools to address them, is a great (and brave) step. I would love to chat to see if we may be a good fit in that important work.
![Photo of Erin Lingle, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/769fc1be-b456-43f6-ad07-89f2beb1f964/1/320x400.jpeg)
Life is constantly moving, changing, and evolving. Sometimes it feels like too much to take on alone. In a fast-paced world with many truths, I enable individuals to fully understand themselves in a warm, collaborative, and judgment-free environment. I know what it feels like to be scared to take the first step; to go through the hard work in order to grow. Because of that, it makes me the therapist I am today. Empathetic, understanding, and compassionate. These qualities are what I bring into our sessions in order to support you in becoming the best version of yourself.
Life is constantly moving, changing, and evolving. Sometimes it feels like too much to take on alone. In a fast-paced world with many truths, I enable individuals to fully understand themselves in a warm, collaborative, and judgment-free environment. I know what it feels like to be scared to take the first step; to go through the hard work in order to grow. Because of that, it makes me the therapist I am today. Empathetic, understanding, and compassionate. These qualities are what I bring into our sessions in order to support you in becoming the best version of yourself.
![Photo of Allison Henderson - White Willow Counseling, PLLC, MA, LPCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/75a2f581-a0cc-46e4-98c9-17a42c092546/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have experience in working with trauma, PTSD, attachment disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioral disturbances, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I enjoy helping clients develop healthy relationships and ways of expressing themselves and fostering an understanding of themselves to succeed. I specialize in treating trauma and am EMDR trained and also have a specialty in providing therapy to children, adolescents and young adults, but have many years of experience in providing therapy to clients of all ages.
I am licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I have experience in working with trauma, PTSD, attachment disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioral disturbances, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. I enjoy helping clients develop healthy relationships and ways of expressing themselves and fostering an understanding of themselves to succeed. I specialize in treating trauma and am EMDR trained and also have a specialty in providing therapy to children, adolescents and young adults, but have many years of experience in providing therapy to clients of all ages.
![Photo of Steve James Stadler, MA, LPCC, LADC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e4138340-c8da-4b62-b40e-a07dc5fbbb20/1/320x400.jpeg)
Steve James Stadler
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55439 (Online Only)
I work with clients who experience the following challenges: finding compassion for self and others, having difficulty maintaining healthy relationship, experiencing road blocks (Unprocessed Grief, suppressed anger and resentment, debilitating fear, addiction, betrayal, shame filled internal messages, anxiety and depression). Are these obstacles keeping you from experiencing serenity and inner peace, lack of engagement and connection?
I work with clients who experience the following challenges: finding compassion for self and others, having difficulty maintaining healthy relationship, experiencing road blocks (Unprocessed Grief, suppressed anger and resentment, debilitating fear, addiction, betrayal, shame filled internal messages, anxiety and depression). Are these obstacles keeping you from experiencing serenity and inner peace, lack of engagement and connection?
![Photo of Estefania Alvarez-Zumarraga, MA, ATR, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7daf6489-ae6f-4242-a095-c32e7caf7ff6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Estefania Alvarez-Zumarraga
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, ATR
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55419 (Online Only)
Creating art promotes emotional awareness, reflection and processing of the human experience. The beauty of using art therapeutically is that previous art experience is not required. I'm glad to work with clients who have never made art, or make it every day. Whether you want to work on processing experience and emotion, need mental health support, want to use an integrative mental health approach or just need some time to experience mindfulness and stress management tools, I am here to help you utilize art therapy.
Creating art promotes emotional awareness, reflection and processing of the human experience. The beauty of using art therapeutically is that previous art experience is not required. I'm glad to work with clients who have never made art, or make it every day. Whether you want to work on processing experience and emotion, need mental health support, want to use an integrative mental health approach or just need some time to experience mindfulness and stress management tools, I am here to help you utilize art therapy.
![Photo of Jenny Adams Salmela (Purpose Psychotherapy), MA, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/45a9908b-ae98-4aaf-a99c-5ab2bb1568a6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jenny Adams Salmela (Purpose Psychotherapy)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55418 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you worried your problems are too big or too small? You have nothing to fear. Some of my clients have experienced the worst life has to offer, and need help to heal deep trauma wounds, others simply desire to rebuild relationships or reduce anxiety, depression, or substance use. My clients often come to therapy to address issues in their past that are impacting their relationships, self image, or have led to unhealthy habits. I enjoy helping people to better understand themselves, to set boundaries with others, to realize goals, and to improve their health and wellness through integrative approaches.
Are you worried your problems are too big or too small? You have nothing to fear. Some of my clients have experienced the worst life has to offer, and need help to heal deep trauma wounds, others simply desire to rebuild relationships or reduce anxiety, depression, or substance use. My clients often come to therapy to address issues in their past that are impacting their relationships, self image, or have led to unhealthy habits. I enjoy helping people to better understand themselves, to set boundaries with others, to realize goals, and to improve their health and wellness through integrative approaches.
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![Photo of Maria Davidsmeier, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aabb6151-4fe7-4a33-b7c2-8c7d268e8ba7/1/320x400.jpeg)
Maria Davidsmeier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Not accepting new clients
Are you struggling to understand how you got here? Do you feel shame and embarrassment when you think of your circumstances? Many of my clients have experienced painful traumatic events and ongoing invalidation throughout their lives. As a result, they often struggle to recognize and manage strong emotions, sometimes making decisions or acting in a way that they later regret. Imagine you didn’t have to feel this way. Imagine feeling more capable and less reactive. Imagine being able to look back on past experiences to acknowledge their impact without allowing them to define you or determine your life going forward.
Are you struggling to understand how you got here? Do you feel shame and embarrassment when you think of your circumstances? Many of my clients have experienced painful traumatic events and ongoing invalidation throughout their lives. As a result, they often struggle to recognize and manage strong emotions, sometimes making decisions or acting in a way that they later regret. Imagine you didn’t have to feel this way. Imagine feeling more capable and less reactive. Imagine being able to look back on past experiences to acknowledge their impact without allowing them to define you or determine your life going forward.
![Photo of Andrea J Steele, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f516d64f-95fb-40f6-8944-55d108c0fd5c/3/320x400.jpeg)
Andrea J Steele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403 (Online Only)
Entering therapy is a bold, brave commitment to examining your life as it is and creating the life you choose to live. As a therapist I use a variety of modalities to assist you in reaching your particular goals. Cognitive behavioral therapies are effective for treating a variety of issues and insight-oriented therapies are better suited for other issues. You and I will map the therapy course together, collaboratively. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is extremely important and strive to create a warm, approachable and genuine therapeutic alliance.
Entering therapy is a bold, brave commitment to examining your life as it is and creating the life you choose to live. As a therapist I use a variety of modalities to assist you in reaching your particular goals. Cognitive behavioral therapies are effective for treating a variety of issues and insight-oriented therapies are better suited for other issues. You and I will map the therapy course together, collaboratively. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is extremely important and strive to create a warm, approachable and genuine therapeutic alliance.
![Photo of Leslie Levine Adler, PhD, LP, EMDR, Consult, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/40ab1c88-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Leslie Levine Adler
Psychologist, PhD, LP, EMDR, Consult
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55419 (Online Only)
I am semi-retired, currently taking a few clients short-term on teletherapy, that is up to 10 sessions. Sessions are self-pay. For clients dealing with an acute situation or a past recent trauma, this can work very well. In our initial conversation, we will discuss whether short-term therapy would be appropriate for you. I use primarily EMDR and trauma informed therapy. In addition, I apply a strength-based model rooted in attachment theory and lessons learned from mindfulness, CBT and ACT. These are all therapies designed to empower the individual to cope with symptoms without being defined by them.
I am semi-retired, currently taking a few clients short-term on teletherapy, that is up to 10 sessions. Sessions are self-pay. For clients dealing with an acute situation or a past recent trauma, this can work very well. In our initial conversation, we will discuss whether short-term therapy would be appropriate for you. I use primarily EMDR and trauma informed therapy. In addition, I apply a strength-based model rooted in attachment theory and lessons learned from mindfulness, CBT and ACT. These are all therapies designed to empower the individual to cope with symptoms without being defined by them.
![Photo of Sarah Lazarewicz, LICSW, MSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/de083a59-03d5-4d19-873e-fb87e747d052/1/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah Lazarewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55418
I believe therapy can be a space to try on new ways of thinking and being, building insight and self-awareness so you can overcome blocks to creating the life you deeply desire. You can expect me to work hard to understand you and your history, offering an equal mix of nurturing, education and clear sighted perspective. We’ll work together to chart a vision for the road ahead, noting areas for growth, needed skills, and current strengths and resources. In session, and in life, my style is informal, warm, playful and compassionate. I bring a body-positive, sex-positive, feminist and anti-oppressive lens to my work.
I believe therapy can be a space to try on new ways of thinking and being, building insight and self-awareness so you can overcome blocks to creating the life you deeply desire. You can expect me to work hard to understand you and your history, offering an equal mix of nurturing, education and clear sighted perspective. We’ll work together to chart a vision for the road ahead, noting areas for growth, needed skills, and current strengths and resources. In session, and in life, my style is informal, warm, playful and compassionate. I bring a body-positive, sex-positive, feminist and anti-oppressive lens to my work.
![Photo of Meghan Emma Wilson, LICSW, CST, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b9a30edd-10e6-4f2f-9792-a8d30646fcb6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Meghan Emma Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CST
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Maybe you have a sense of what life could be like if you were truly expressing yourself without fear or shame. Maybe you haven’t even let yourself dream about what that could look like—just yet. Maybe there are barriers in the way and you don’t know how to navigate through them. This is where I can be of help. I work with creative folks to more fully embrace their identities and better understand how their past impacts their present moment. I focus on social identity development, (ie gender, sexuality, etc) and sex therapy through a trauma-informed lens. Let’s work together so that you can cultivate a life that celebrates you!
Maybe you have a sense of what life could be like if you were truly expressing yourself without fear or shame. Maybe you haven’t even let yourself dream about what that could look like—just yet. Maybe there are barriers in the way and you don’t know how to navigate through them. This is where I can be of help. I work with creative folks to more fully embrace their identities and better understand how their past impacts their present moment. I focus on social identity development, (ie gender, sexuality, etc) and sex therapy through a trauma-informed lens. Let’s work together so that you can cultivate a life that celebrates you!
![Photo of Derek Prowe, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3cdee97b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Derek Prowe
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist for individuals and couples, I provide a safe setting to develop self-awareness and understanding, and to explore a wider range of emotions. In my view, people have an innate drive to heal and develop, and some wisdom about how to go about this. But there are obstacles, and becoming aware of and finding ways to handle these obstacles can be a complex, at times difficult process. You may have had past experience with therapy that does not seem to go deep enough. We work to understand the underlying issues that cause distress.
As a therapist for individuals and couples, I provide a safe setting to develop self-awareness and understanding, and to explore a wider range of emotions. In my view, people have an innate drive to heal and develop, and some wisdom about how to go about this. But there are obstacles, and becoming aware of and finding ways to handle these obstacles can be a complex, at times difficult process. You may have had past experience with therapy that does not seem to go deep enough. We work to understand the underlying issues that cause distress.
![Photo of Claire Blaze, LGSW, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7fbffc4e-7618-4059-886d-5007653240a3/3/320x400.jpeg)
I have immediate openings for new clients and afternoon appointment times available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. I lead with warmth, compassion, and curiosity and take a flexible approach with each individual I meet, seeking to find the best way of supporting you in achieving your unique goals. My approach to therapy is integrative and is primarily grounded in psychodynamic, person-centered, narrative, and existential therapy.
I have immediate openings for new clients and afternoon appointment times available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. I lead with warmth, compassion, and curiosity and take a flexible approach with each individual I meet, seeking to find the best way of supporting you in achieving your unique goals. My approach to therapy is integrative and is primarily grounded in psychodynamic, person-centered, narrative, and existential therapy.
![Photo of Lisa Rauschendorfer, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/456eae01-1c91-4610-a6e0-d5ce8e767974/1/320x400.jpeg)
Lisa Rauschendorfer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55419
There are moments when life can feel nonstop and overwhelming. Whether it’s relationships, work, parenting, life transitions – it can all feel too demanding. Finding someone who can walk alongside you in those moments when you need it, matters. I want to be a support in your life that looks at those moments of overwhelm and give you the tools of how to find a different approach in them. To provide a space that allows you to show up and not be judged for what you are bringing, but for you to be met with empathy and compassion. To feel a sense of hope that you hold the gifts within you to take that next step forward.
There are moments when life can feel nonstop and overwhelming. Whether it’s relationships, work, parenting, life transitions – it can all feel too demanding. Finding someone who can walk alongside you in those moments when you need it, matters. I want to be a support in your life that looks at those moments of overwhelm and give you the tools of how to find a different approach in them. To provide a space that allows you to show up and not be judged for what you are bringing, but for you to be met with empathy and compassion. To feel a sense of hope that you hold the gifts within you to take that next step forward.
![Photo of Rachel Herr, MA, LPCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c2dccc5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Rachel Herr
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Evening Availability - We are currently accepting New Clients! Are you feeling like you're stuck in a relationship you want to enjoy being a part of again? Or feeling like parenting is so much more complicated than you had originally thought? If so, please don't wait any longer to reach out! As a Licensed Practicing Clinical Counselor, who is also a board approved Supervisor, I specialize in helping couples work through challenging seasons and find a life that sparks a new joy for both individuals. I also specialize in parenting, which often has a large impact on relational satisfaction. Together, we can build the life you desire.
Evening Availability - We are currently accepting New Clients! Are you feeling like you're stuck in a relationship you want to enjoy being a part of again? Or feeling like parenting is so much more complicated than you had originally thought? If so, please don't wait any longer to reach out! As a Licensed Practicing Clinical Counselor, who is also a board approved Supervisor, I specialize in helping couples work through challenging seasons and find a life that sparks a new joy for both individuals. I also specialize in parenting, which often has a large impact on relational satisfaction. Together, we can build the life you desire.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
1,000+
Average cost per session
$170
Therapists in Minneapolis, MN who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
79% | Relationship Issues |
76% | Self Esteem |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
69% | Stress |
64% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
84% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
69% | UCare |
68% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Minneapolis, MN see their clients
73% | In Person and Online | |
27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
4% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Minneapolis?
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.
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.