Therapists in Baltimore, MD
For over five years, I've had the privilege to work with children & adolescents who struggle with managing a variety of mental health disorders, such as Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and more. Most of them have a history of trauma exposures, including community violence, grief/loss, abuse, or separation/divorce. These life experiences often cloud their worldview and judgement as well as their ability to trust others and capacity to regulate their emotions in order to cope with these challenges. They yearn for new social, communication, conflict resolution and coping skills to apply every day so they can live happier, healthier lives.
For over five years, I've had the privilege to work with children & adolescents who struggle with managing a variety of mental health disorders, such as Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and more. Most of them have a history of trauma exposures, including community violence, grief/loss, abuse, or separation/divorce. These life experiences often cloud their worldview and judgement as well as their ability to trust others and capacity to regulate their emotions in order to cope with these challenges. They yearn for new social, communication, conflict resolution and coping skills to apply every day so they can live happier, healthier lives.
Stress, loneliness, problems with bullying or social media usage, problems in relationships, identity questions ...Life can be too much sometimes! When it feels overwhelming, call in others to be on your team. If you're okay with some dry humor and real talk, we'll probably be a good fit to work together. Whether you're 11 or 111, I have some tricks up my sleeve to help you. There's no shame in admitting when things have gotten beyond what you can handle on your own. It happens to all of us at some point! And you don't have to stay there. There's relief and peace waiting for you.
Stress, loneliness, problems with bullying or social media usage, problems in relationships, identity questions ...Life can be too much sometimes! When it feels overwhelming, call in others to be on your team. If you're okay with some dry humor and real talk, we'll probably be a good fit to work together. Whether you're 11 or 111, I have some tricks up my sleeve to help you. There's no shame in admitting when things have gotten beyond what you can handle on your own. It happens to all of us at some point! And you don't have to stay there. There's relief and peace waiting for you.
No waitlist, email now for a FREE consultation. I help highly functioning individuals reduce anxiety, and obsessive compulsive (OCD) symptoms. Your mind can be a scary and overwhelming place. Does it seem like worry, stress, and anxiety have been running the show? I wish you weren’t here looking for help, but I’m glad you found my profile. As a therapist and founder of Behavioral Health Direct my goal is to help you find relief and overcome difficult thoughts and feelings. My clients are typically hard working and motivated professionals and students struggling with anxiety related issues and looking for clear goals and direction.
No waitlist, email now for a FREE consultation. I help highly functioning individuals reduce anxiety, and obsessive compulsive (OCD) symptoms. Your mind can be a scary and overwhelming place. Does it seem like worry, stress, and anxiety have been running the show? I wish you weren’t here looking for help, but I’m glad you found my profile. As a therapist and founder of Behavioral Health Direct my goal is to help you find relief and overcome difficult thoughts and feelings. My clients are typically hard working and motivated professionals and students struggling with anxiety related issues and looking for clear goals and direction.
In these stressful times you may find yourself struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression that have long been with you or have emerged in response to recent events. You may feel hopeless about the future or plagued about the past feeling a strong sense of disconnection from yourself or others. Even attempts to talk to friends or family fail as they may not know or understand how to help you. Regardless of the specific nature of your difficulties, their impact is palpable, affecting your health, your relationships and self-perception. Whatever the struggle, you are looking for some help.
In these stressful times you may find yourself struggling with feelings of anxiety or depression that have long been with you or have emerged in response to recent events. You may feel hopeless about the future or plagued about the past feeling a strong sense of disconnection from yourself or others. Even attempts to talk to friends or family fail as they may not know or understand how to help you. Regardless of the specific nature of your difficulties, their impact is palpable, affecting your health, your relationships and self-perception. Whatever the struggle, you are looking for some help.
I view therapy as a journey that both client and therapist embark on together towards increased understanding, empowerment and healing. Whether this is your first therapeutic journey or one of many, I believe you are the expert of your own experience. Your wisdom coupled with my clinical expertise, provide the foundation for a healing connection in a therapeutic setting. I work both with individuals with diagnosable symptoms (e.g. depression, anxiety, bereavement, etc.) and less concrete emotional struggles (e.g. relational difficulties, identity exploration, life transitions, body image, etc.).
I view therapy as a journey that both client and therapist embark on together towards increased understanding, empowerment and healing. Whether this is your first therapeutic journey or one of many, I believe you are the expert of your own experience. Your wisdom coupled with my clinical expertise, provide the foundation for a healing connection in a therapeutic setting. I work both with individuals with diagnosable symptoms (e.g. depression, anxiety, bereavement, etc.) and less concrete emotional struggles (e.g. relational difficulties, identity exploration, life transitions, body image, etc.).
I believe that feeling heard, understood, and validated is the first step to a therapeutic relationship in which growth to one's potential can occur. Recognition and affirmation of strengths is important to my approach. Being sensitive to an individual's life experience is central. I focus on one's feelings, thoughts, stressors and resources, as well as try to understand the individual and cultural history from which issues evolve. I apply a variety of approaches including mindfulness-based, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and psychodynamic. I have many years of experience working with individuals with a wide array of concerns.
I believe that feeling heard, understood, and validated is the first step to a therapeutic relationship in which growth to one's potential can occur. Recognition and affirmation of strengths is important to my approach. Being sensitive to an individual's life experience is central. I focus on one's feelings, thoughts, stressors and resources, as well as try to understand the individual and cultural history from which issues evolve. I apply a variety of approaches including mindfulness-based, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and psychodynamic. I have many years of experience working with individuals with a wide array of concerns.
Life can be relentless and present challenges that feel overwhelming. It takes strength to ask for help and courage to become vulnerable with someone new. I recognize this and will work at your pace to form a trusting relationship with you where you can feel safe, validated, and respected. I have experience working with teens and adults who find themselves worrying about the future or things they cannot control. I have worked with people who are processing past hurtful and stressful life events so they can find a sense of strength and security in the present. I enjoy helping people see their worth so their self-talk transforms.
Life can be relentless and present challenges that feel overwhelming. It takes strength to ask for help and courage to become vulnerable with someone new. I recognize this and will work at your pace to form a trusting relationship with you where you can feel safe, validated, and respected. I have experience working with teens and adults who find themselves worrying about the future or things they cannot control. I have worked with people who are processing past hurtful and stressful life events so they can find a sense of strength and security in the present. I enjoy helping people see their worth so their self-talk transforms.
Dr. Chen has extensive experience working w/ substance use, eating disorders, PTSD, and mood disorders. Dr. Chen completed his clinical training at mutiple clinics and also specializes in self-esteem and confidence development. The first goal is to understand why a person is struggling. Then, work with the patient to build resiliency and strength to adapt and overcome life's challenges. Dr. Chen incorporates real-world experiences/exposures with CBT/DBT and social skills training into his therapies to maximize the therapy gains. A focus of therapy is also on the development of happiness and finding the purpose/meaning for life.
Dr. Chen has extensive experience working w/ substance use, eating disorders, PTSD, and mood disorders. Dr. Chen completed his clinical training at mutiple clinics and also specializes in self-esteem and confidence development. The first goal is to understand why a person is struggling. Then, work with the patient to build resiliency and strength to adapt and overcome life's challenges. Dr. Chen incorporates real-world experiences/exposures with CBT/DBT and social skills training into his therapies to maximize the therapy gains. A focus of therapy is also on the development of happiness and finding the purpose/meaning for life.
Maryam Elbalghiti-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21210
Fit in everywhere and nowhere at the same time? I get it. I help diverse women who juggle multiple cultural identities heal. Maybe you’re the child of immigrants, multiracial or a racially ambiguous chameleon, an expat, “third culture kid”, bilingual (or sad you lost your parent’s language), feel culturally displaced, part of a religious minority, or just don’t quite fit into any one box. You probably feel suffocated by the drive to overfunction, perform, and be what everyone else needs you to be. You might find it hard to get your own needs met and feel unsettled in yourself and your relationships.
Fit in everywhere and nowhere at the same time? I get it. I help diverse women who juggle multiple cultural identities heal. Maybe you’re the child of immigrants, multiracial or a racially ambiguous chameleon, an expat, “third culture kid”, bilingual (or sad you lost your parent’s language), feel culturally displaced, part of a religious minority, or just don’t quite fit into any one box. You probably feel suffocated by the drive to overfunction, perform, and be what everyone else needs you to be. You might find it hard to get your own needs met and feel unsettled in yourself and your relationships.
DPCS Independent Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21209 (Online Only)
DPCS Independent Therapy LLC is a human service agency that provides strengths-based mental health and behavioral health services to youth, adults and families in the Baltimore Metropolitan area and most surrounding counties. With over 50 years of collective mental health services experience and a network of community based resources, it is our goal to provide the most holistic care and support to the communities we serve. We are committed to ensuring that each client leaves every session feeling heard and seen to focus on mental and environmental well-being to support clients healing and growth.
DPCS Independent Therapy LLC is a human service agency that provides strengths-based mental health and behavioral health services to youth, adults and families in the Baltimore Metropolitan area and most surrounding counties. With over 50 years of collective mental health services experience and a network of community based resources, it is our goal to provide the most holistic care and support to the communities we serve. We are committed to ensuring that each client leaves every session feeling heard and seen to focus on mental and environmental well-being to support clients healing and growth.
Natashia Reid is an Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a vast amount of experience in encouraging and supporting individuals. Natashia has been in the field for 25 years. Natashia knew at an early age that she wanted to help people. During high school she discovered that she had a gift for doing so. It was then that she decided to further her education in the helping profession of Social Work. Her mission has always been to empower others which she has accomplished through mentoring and providing support groups to young women and men.
Natashia Reid is an Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a vast amount of experience in encouraging and supporting individuals. Natashia has been in the field for 25 years. Natashia knew at an early age that she wanted to help people. During high school she discovered that she had a gift for doing so. It was then that she decided to further her education in the helping profession of Social Work. Her mission has always been to empower others which she has accomplished through mentoring and providing support groups to young women and men.
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**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Congratulations on taking steps toward establishing a more fulfilling, healthy, and successful life! BGTPS is a community-based Outpatient Mental Health Clinic that provides integrated behavioral health services utilizing a person-centered approach to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide individual, family, and group therapy, medication management, therapeutic mentorship, and behavioral consultation. In therapy, we work collaboratively with you to enhance your understanding of the internal and environmental factors that impact life, emerge as relational patterns, and potentially impede success.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Congratulations on taking steps toward establishing a more fulfilling, healthy, and successful life! BGTPS is a community-based Outpatient Mental Health Clinic that provides integrated behavioral health services utilizing a person-centered approach to children, adolescents, and adults. We provide individual, family, and group therapy, medication management, therapeutic mentorship, and behavioral consultation. In therapy, we work collaboratively with you to enhance your understanding of the internal and environmental factors that impact life, emerge as relational patterns, and potentially impede success.
Shelly Bray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW -
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21218 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C) based in Maryland with over 15 years of experience. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including children, families, and older adults. My expertise extends across various settings, including medical facilities, community centers, clinics, and virtual platforms. I find great fulfillment in connecting with people, learning about their unique stories, and collaborating with them to create a plan towards achieving their goals.
Hello! I’m a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C) based in Maryland with over 15 years of experience. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including children, families, and older adults. My expertise extends across various settings, including medical facilities, community centers, clinics, and virtual platforms. I find great fulfillment in connecting with people, learning about their unique stories, and collaborating with them to create a plan towards achieving their goals.
Amy Blazek
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21207 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt overwhelmed, sad, anxious or not equipped to deal with life's stressors? Do you have issues getting along with your significant other, children, family, coworkers or friends, or struggle with parenting strategies or a loss? I'd love to talk with you about these concerns. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), and Certified School Counselor, I have over 25 years experience in the counseling field. I have worked with many children, teens, adults, couples, small groups and families, with a wide range of issues, including changing families, divo
Have you ever felt overwhelmed, sad, anxious or not equipped to deal with life's stressors? Do you have issues getting along with your significant other, children, family, coworkers or friends, or struggle with parenting strategies or a loss? I'd love to talk with you about these concerns. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), and Certified School Counselor, I have over 25 years experience in the counseling field. I have worked with many children, teens, adults, couples, small groups and families, with a wide range of issues, including changing families, divo
Shardae Carter
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21211 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with navigating life after a major setback? While engaging in therapy can seem overwhelming, allow me to help you gain the skills and knowledge to take back control in your life. With patience and guidnance , my goal is to meet you where you are in your journey, and gently guide you along the way. I will collaborate with you to change any unhealthy thoughts and habits into more realistic, obtainable solutions. Clients can expect to identify their strengths, face inner conflicts, and engage in self care in order to live a more satisfying and joyful life. Interested clients please leave a voice message today!
Are you struggling with navigating life after a major setback? While engaging in therapy can seem overwhelming, allow me to help you gain the skills and knowledge to take back control in your life. With patience and guidnance , my goal is to meet you where you are in your journey, and gently guide you along the way. I will collaborate with you to change any unhealthy thoughts and habits into more realistic, obtainable solutions. Clients can expect to identify their strengths, face inner conflicts, and engage in self care in order to live a more satisfying and joyful life. Interested clients please leave a voice message today!
Star Behavioral Health & Recovery Center LLC
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21202
Star Behavioral Health & Recovery Center is a person-centered Mental Health Clinic located in Baltimore City. Our staff is trained to help clients struggling with Substance Use Disorder and other kinds of addiction to provide them treatment they need. Our treatment center offers a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Outpatient Program (OP), Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP), and Driving Under Influence (DUI) services. We provide individual therapy, group therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and Transitional Housing. You can contact us by phone at 443-869-5397 0r 301-978-1730.
Star Behavioral Health & Recovery Center is a person-centered Mental Health Clinic located in Baltimore City. Our staff is trained to help clients struggling with Substance Use Disorder and other kinds of addiction to provide them treatment they need. Our treatment center offers a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Outpatient Program (OP), Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program (PRP), and Driving Under Influence (DUI) services. We provide individual therapy, group therapy, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), and Transitional Housing. You can contact us by phone at 443-869-5397 0r 301-978-1730.
Welcome to therapy, where you can laugh, cry, dissociate, and finally confront those feelings you’ve been hiding with dark-humor. All parts of you are invited into this space (yes, even your inner child who you keep ignoring). Together, we will explore the depths of your identity and encourage change through empathy, curiosity, and creativity (including some coping skills and interventions to help you out!). I’m a trauma-informed, creative, queer, & neurodivergent therapist seeing clients in Maryland (MD) and District of Columbia (DC). Individuals, couples, and teens (13+) are populations I work with.
Welcome to therapy, where you can laugh, cry, dissociate, and finally confront those feelings you’ve been hiding with dark-humor. All parts of you are invited into this space (yes, even your inner child who you keep ignoring). Together, we will explore the depths of your identity and encourage change through empathy, curiosity, and creativity (including some coping skills and interventions to help you out!). I’m a trauma-informed, creative, queer, & neurodivergent therapist seeing clients in Maryland (MD) and District of Columbia (DC). Individuals, couples, and teens (13+) are populations I work with.
Erin Hodge-Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21212 (Online Only)
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in both clinical and non-clinical settings, I specialize in working with pre-teens and adults. I am committed to helping people navigate life challenges by developing the tools & strategies needed to cope and realize their potential. My practice philosophy is that individuals hold the key to their own healing. I have extensive experience helping people to manage and overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma so that they may live fuller lives. I create a safe and supportive environment to help people understand they are not alone as they embark on their journey towards awareness and healing.
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in both clinical and non-clinical settings, I specialize in working with pre-teens and adults. I am committed to helping people navigate life challenges by developing the tools & strategies needed to cope and realize their potential. My practice philosophy is that individuals hold the key to their own healing. I have extensive experience helping people to manage and overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma so that they may live fuller lives. I create a safe and supportive environment to help people understand they are not alone as they embark on their journey towards awareness and healing.
Tracy Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baltimore, MD 21202 (Online Only)
Hello, I am Tracy Allen, LCSW-C owner of Reclaiming Hope LLC and Coached By Tra. I am a licensed clinical social worker providing Life Coaching and Reiki services in Baltimore. After 21 years of providing clinical services, I made a change to more holistic practices. I help clients discover who they are so they can pursue their passion. I firmly believe in holistic healing, so I provide Reiki services so clients can achieve emotional healing, pain relief, and relaxation. Energy readings are also available for clients with a more spiritual focus.
Hello, I am Tracy Allen, LCSW-C owner of Reclaiming Hope LLC and Coached By Tra. I am a licensed clinical social worker providing Life Coaching and Reiki services in Baltimore. After 21 years of providing clinical services, I made a change to more holistic practices. I help clients discover who they are so they can pursue their passion. I firmly believe in holistic healing, so I provide Reiki services so clients can achieve emotional healing, pain relief, and relaxation. Energy readings are also available for clients with a more spiritual focus.
Jaalah-Ai Heughan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Baltimore, MD 21208 (Online Only)
Board Approved Supervisor. Serving Maryland & Washington DC! Baltimore City native, creating opportunities that provide equitable mental health treatment. Systemic barriers, compounded life stressors, past trauma, complicated relationships, worrisome thoughts, low mood, lack of motivation, inability to focus and/or self-doubt can feel overwhelming. What does healing and balance look like for you? Learn skills to show up as the best version of yourself. Let’s identify where you feel challenged and co-develop a plan to help you achieve your wellness goals.
Board Approved Supervisor. Serving Maryland & Washington DC! Baltimore City native, creating opportunities that provide equitable mental health treatment. Systemic barriers, compounded life stressors, past trauma, complicated relationships, worrisome thoughts, low mood, lack of motivation, inability to focus and/or self-doubt can feel overwhelming. What does healing and balance look like for you? Learn skills to show up as the best version of yourself. Let’s identify where you feel challenged and co-develop a plan to help you achieve your wellness goals.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Baltimore, MD
2,000+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Baltimore, MD who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
71% | Self Esteem |
70% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Stress |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
74% | Cigna and Evernorth |
68% | CareFirst |
65% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Baltimore, MD see their clients
53% | Online Only | |
47% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Baltimore?
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.