A therapy directory for every age

Find the right therapist, for you or someone you love.

Counseling, couples and family therapy, and speech, occupational and physical therapy, in person or online. 75,110 therapists and practices across all 50 states. Free to search, no account needed.

50,608in-person therapists and practices 24,407licensed online therapists 7,044cities and towns 4,958practices offering telehealth

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What would you like help with?

Pick a topic to see the therapists who list it. The numbers are in-person listings; every topic also has therapists online.

For adults, couples and families

Listings

Prefer to meet online? Browse 24,407 online therapists →

For children and teens

Guides

Not sure what your child needs? Try a two-minute check →

For parents

Wondering about your child's development?

Answer a few plain questions and get a clear next step, in about two minutes. No sign-up, and your answers never leave your browser.

Not a test, and not a diagnosis. Each check is built from the CDC's public "Learn the Signs. Act Early." milestones. It tells you whether something is worth raising with your pediatrician; only a qualified professional can evaluate your child.

See all 42 checks

Communication & speech

Social & play

Attention & learning

Sensory & motor

Eating, sleep & daily living

Emotions & behaviour

Teens

For parents

Finding the right fit

The part nobody explains.

Four things people ask before their first appointment, for themselves or for someone they care for.

What the first session is like

Mostly a conversation. You talk about what brought you in, what you would like to change, and whether the fit feels right. Sessions usually last 45 to 60 minutes.

You don't need to prepare anything special, though it helps to jot down what you want help with, any therapy you've had before, and medicines you take. Couples and families often start together. For a child, expect questions for you and some time with your child, which for younger children usually looks like play. An evaluation for speech, occupational or physical therapy is a separate, longer appointment. If the fit doesn't feel right after a session or two, trying someone else is normal.

Paying with insurance, or without

Many health plans cover therapy, including speech, occupational and physical therapy. Among practices here that list a fee, the median is $150 a session.

Before you book, ask the practice whether they are in-network with your specific plan, not just your insurer, and ask your insurer about your deductible, copay and whether you need a referral or prior authorization. Paying yourself? Ask about a sliding scale; many practices have one and few advertise it. An out-of-network therapist can usually give you a superbill to claim part of the cost back. For children, services through the school district are a separate system, and free when your child qualifies.

In person or online?

Both work well for many people. Online is easier to fit around work and family; in person can feel more natural, and suits hands-on therapy.

An online therapist needs to be licensed in the state where you live, so start by choosing your state. Find a private, quiet spot and a steady connection. Speech, occupational, physical and feeding therapy for young children usually happen in person, though many practices offer some sessions by video. You can always start one way and switch.

Questions to ask before you book

A five-minute call tells you more than an hour of reading. These are the questions worth asking.

Are you taking new clients, and how long is the wait? Do you take my insurance? How much experience do you have with what I need help with? What does a typical session look like, and how will we know it's working? Who exactly would I, or my child, be seeing? What is your cancellation policy? And if it's not a fit: who would you suggest instead?

General information, not medical or legal advice. Coverage rules and timelines vary by state, plan and provider.

Featured practices

A few practices on Therapy Solutions.

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Dr. Goldberg & AssociatesVienna, VA · 113 clinicians

Behavioral Innovations - HQAddison, TX · 80 locations

Elevation Autism CenterDuluth, GA · 3 locations

Coastal Valley Communication Therapy Inc.Tehachapi, CA

Dr. Stephen W. BryantChicago, IL

Emily JohnsonCoralville, IA

Nevada Autism CenterLas Vegas, NV

TerrificTalkersCharlotte, NC

Online therapy

Talk to a licensed therapist, from wherever you are.

24,407 therapists see clients online, across all 50 states and DC. Choose your state to see who can work with you.

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Therapists in every state.

7,044 cities and towns. Pick a state, or start with one of the busiest cities.

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The details that matter

Specialties, ages served, insurance, languages and telehealth, side by side, so you can shortlist quickly.

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We never sell your information. The development checks run in your browser, and your answers are never sent to us.

Questions

Straight answers.

How do I choose the right therapist?

Start with what you'd like help with and who the therapy is for, then narrow by what matters in practice: insurance, in person or online, and availability. Read a few profiles, then call or message two or three. A short conversation is the best test of fit. Search therapists →

What do LPC, LCSW, LMFT and PsyD mean?

They are licenses and degrees. An LPC (licensed professional counselor), LCSW (licensed clinical social worker) and LMFT (licensed marriage and family therapist) are licensed therapists with a master's degree. A psychologist (PsyD or PhD) has a doctorate and can also do formal psychological testing. All of them provide talk therapy.

Does insurance cover therapy?

Often, yes. Most health plans cover mental health care, and many cover speech, occupational and physical therapy. Ask the practice whether they are in-network with your plan, and ask your insurer about copays, deductibles and whether you need a referral.

How much does therapy cost without insurance?

Among the 19,859 practices here that list a fee, the median is $150 a session, and fees vary a lot by area and specialty. Many therapists offer a sliding scale, so it's always worth asking.

Is online therapy right for me?

For many people it is, and it's easier to fit into a busy week. Your therapist needs to be licensed in the state where you live. If you'd rather be in the room, or the therapy is hands-on, in person may suit you better. Browse online therapists →

When should my child start speech therapy?

There is no minimum age - early-intervention SLPs work with infants and toddlers. If your pediatrician flagged a concern or milestones are delayed, an evaluation is reasonable. More on speech therapy →

What kinds of therapy help children with autism?

Commonly ABA (behavioral), speech-language therapy (communication), occupational therapy (sensory and daily-living skills), and feeding therapy. Many children work with more than one. An evaluation helps prioritize. More on autism →

Can therapy help ADHD without medication?

Behavioral therapy, parent training, and executive-function and occupational-therapy strategies are well-established and can be used with or without medication. A clinician can help you weigh options. More on adhd →