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Stephanie Rodriguez

Cultivating Changes LLC

LCSW

Licensed In:
Iowa, Kentucky, Minnesota, Texas, Washington
“Chronic pain, illness, nervous system regulation, ptsd, cptsd, ocd, birth trauma, grief, parts work”
Services:
Child Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Kristy Schutt

Mindful Connections Therapy

LCSW, LICSW

Licensed In:
Arizona, Washington
“Through a collaborative partnership, I help men & women in the middle to late years of life who are experiencing overwhelming stress due to a life transition, burnout, and anxiety to regain control of their life for good.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Burnout · Codependency · Depression · Perfectionism · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD
Rachael Wallace, LMHC

LMHC, LCMHC, CCMHC, NBCC

Licensed In:
Florida, North Carolina, Washington
“As a licensed mental health counselor, I offer telehealth counseling to support you through anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and parenting struggles. Whether you’re dealing with sleep issues, chronic pain, life transitions, or seeking personal growth and identity exploration, I’m here to guide you — all from the comfort of your home in Washington, Florida, and North Carolina.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Depression · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Panic · Trauma & PTSD
Licensed In:
Massachusetts
“I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating a wide range of life challenges. I have experience supporting individuals who are currently involved in, or have previously been involved in, the legal system, and I provide a nonjudgmental, supportive space for growth and change. My clients often seek to better understand themselves, improve their mental health, and build healthier coping strategies. I aim to meet each person where they are, helping them develop insight, resilience, and practical skills to move forward with confidence and stability.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Depression · Panic · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Trauma & PTSD
Rodesia Howard PMHNP

Rodesia Howard PMHNP

PMHNP

Licensed In:
New York, Texas
“I work with adults seeking support for a variety of mental health concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, OCD, borderline personality disorder, and life transitions. I also specialize in supporting women's mental health, including individuals navigating pregnancy, postpartum changes, and other stages of life. My goal is to create a welcoming, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take an active role in their care. I partner with each person to understand their unique experiences, challenges, and goals while developing a treatment approach that feels personalized and practical.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Grief · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Mood Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Personality Disorders · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Danielle Deike

Digging Deep Counseling

MSW, LISWS

Licensed In:
Ohio
“Trauma, anxiety, perfectionism, high achieving women, chronic illness”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD
Dr. Antonia Hickey

Dr. Antonia Hickey, PsyD

PsyD

Licensed In:
California
“Older adults, adults with medical conditions/chronic illnesses, adults going on work leave/need paperwork for disability, depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, life phases, adjustment issues, retirement, grief, relational issues, dementia, caregivers, clinical consultation”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Caregiver Support · Chronic Pain and Illness · Dementia · Depression · Disability · End-of-Life · Life Transitions · Older Adults & Aging · Trauma & PTSD
Tatyana Maizel

Pathways Family and Community Services

LCPC, LPC

Licensed In:
Nevada, Virginia
“I work with adults 18+, individuals, and couples, with a special focus on supporting folks who are navigating complex or relational trauma (C-PTSD). My work is grounded in a person-centered approach and guided by EMDR. I am also trained in KA-EMDR® through the Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy Institute”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Parent-Child Bonding & Attachment · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Jennifer Bruno

Fruitful Seeds Counseling, LLC

LCSW

Licensed In:
Pennsylvania
“Jennifer able to serve children, teens, adults, couples and families. She enjoy working with clients who are ready to better understand their thoughts, sort out their feelings and place a name to their experiences. Clients who are ready to look at and improve the relationship they have with themselves and/or others are ones she is able to best serve. Jennifer is passionate about Men's mental health, clients who are looking to improve in the following areas: self worth, overcome people pleasing, codependency and learn how to create and implement effective boundaries. She am also able to offer faith based counseling and incorporate a spiritual component to clients upon request.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Adoption · Aging · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Cancer · Career Counseling · Chronic Pain and Illness · Codependency · Dementia · Depression · Disability · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Men’s Mental Health · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Brittany Klipstein

ANCHOR POINT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

LCSW, PMH-C

Licensed In:
Connecticut, New Jersey
“I work with thoughtful, high-functioning adults who are navigating seasons of transition, overwhelm, or emotional exhaustion. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, or parents who are used to holding a great deal for others while quietly struggling themselves. I have particular expertise supporting women during the perinatal and postpartum period, individuals processing complex trauma or grief, and adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, and identity shifts that often accompany major life changes. My clients are often insightful and self-aware, yet feel stuck in patterns of perfectionism, people-pleasing, chronic stress, or burnout. They may appear “put together” on the outside while internally feeling unanchored, depleted, or unsure of their direction. Together, we create a thoughtful, grounded space to slow down, deepen self-understanding, and reconnect with a steadier sense of s”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Burnout · Depression · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Women’s Mental Health
Racheal Onodu

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner PMHNP

PMHNP

Licensed In:
Arizona, Texas
“Over the course of my 20 years in general and mental health care, I have worked with adolescents, adults, and older adults from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, stress, life transitions, and other mental health challenges that affect their daily lives and relationships. I have cared for people seeking help for the first time, as well as those managing long-term mental health conditions who are looking for ongoing support and medication management. My goal is to provide a welcoming, culturally sensitive environment where every client feels heard, respected, and empowered to achieve lasting emotional and mental well-being.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Trauma & PTSD
Licensed In:
Massachusetts
“I specialize in adults/young adults experiencing life adjustments and daily stress”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:

About Individual Therapy

Online individual therapy is one-on-one mental health support with a licensed therapist through secure video sessions. It can help with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, life transitions, stress, self-esteem, identity, relationship patterns, or personal growth in a private space focused on your goals.

Therapy Expanded helps you compare licensed online therapists by state, specialty, therapy approach, insurance, language, and availability. If your main concern involves your relationship with a partner, you may want to browse couples counseling. If you are considering medication or need diagnostic clarification, medication management or psychological testing and evaluations may also be helpful.

What to Know About Online Individual Therapy

Online individual therapy is one-on-one mental health support delivered remotely through video, phone, or other secure telehealth tools, depending on the provider. It offers many of the same benefits people look for in traditional therapy: a private space to talk openly, build coping skills, work through patterns, and get support from a licensed mental health professional.

For many people, online therapy makes care easier to access. You can attend sessions from home, fit appointments around work or family responsibilities, and explore providers beyond your immediate area. That can be especially helpful if local options are limited, transportation is a challenge, or you feel more comfortable starting therapy in a familiar environment.

Online individual therapy may support concerns such as anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, self-esteem, relationship patterns, and major life transitions. Some people use it for short-term support around a specific issue, while others use therapy as an ongoing part of their mental health care.

At the same time, online therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Some clients prefer in-person sessions, need local hands-on support, or have limited privacy at home. The best fit depends on your goals, symptoms, comfort with technology, and the kind of therapeutic relationship you want. A qualified provider can help you decide whether telehealth is the right place to begin.

How Does Online Individual Therapy Work?

Getting started with online individual therapy is often straightforward. You begin by browsing provider profiles, comparing specialties, fees, insurance information, and availability. Many therapists and mental health providers also offer a consultation or intake call, giving you a chance to ask questions and see whether the fit feels right.

Once you book a session, your provider will usually send intake forms, consent paperwork, and instructions for joining your appointment. Most online therapy sessions take place over secure video, though some providers also offer phone sessions. Before the first appointment, it helps to find a quiet, private space where you can speak comfortably and minimize interruptions.

During your first few sessions, your therapist will typically learn more about what brought you to therapy, what you want support with, and what goals you have for the process. Together, you may talk through current challenges, past experiences, emotional patterns, and practical tools that could help between sessions.

From there, therapy usually continues on a regular schedule, often weekly or biweekly. Some therapists take a structured, goal-oriented approach, while others create more space for reflection and deeper emotional processing. Like in-person therapy, online therapy works best as a collaborative process built on trust, honesty, and consistency.

How to Find the Right Online Therapist for Individual Therapy.

Finding the right online provider starts with the basics: make sure they offer telehealth, are available when you need appointments, and are licensed to work with clients in your location. From there, look for someone whose specialties match the support you want, whether that is anxiety, trauma, grief, identity exploration, burnout, life transitions, or relationship concerns.

Next, read beyond the credentials. A provider’s profile can tell you a lot about how they work. Some therapists are warm and conversational. Others are more direct, structured, or skills-based. You may also want to look for experience with your age group, cultural background, faith perspective, or identity-related concerns. Feeling understood matters.

Practical fit is just as important as clinical fit. Pay attention to session cost, insurance acceptance, cancellation policies, and whether the provider offers video, phone, or both. A therapist who is a strong match on paper may still not be the right choice if their schedule, fees, or communication style do not work for your life.

When available, use a consultation to ask a few key questions: What kinds of clients do you usually work with? What does online therapy with you typically look like? How do you approach the concerns I’m bringing in? Those answers can help you get a clearer sense of whether the relationship feels promising.

Most importantly, trust the human side of the process. The right provider should help you feel safe, respected, and supported. And if the first match does not feel right, that does not mean therapy is not for you. It may just mean you have not found the right fit yet. Our directory makes that search easier by helping you compare providers, narrow your options, and connect with care that feels sustainable.

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Online Individual Therapy FAQs

What is online individual therapy?

Online individual therapy is one-on-one counseling provided remotely through telehealth. Sessions are usually held by video, though some providers also offer phone appointments. It gives you direct support from a licensed mental health professional without needing to visit an office in person.

How is online individual therapy different from in-person therapy?

The biggest difference is the format. In online therapy, you meet remotely rather than in a physical office. The goals of therapy often stay the same: building insight, learning coping tools, processing emotions, and working toward meaningful change. For many people, the flexibility of online care is a major advantage.

Is online therapy effective?

For many people, yes. A 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis found telemedicine comparable to in-person treatment for PTSD, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders, with similar patient satisfaction, working alliance, and attrition rates; other meta-analyses also found video-based psychotherapy to be largely equivalent to face-to-face care.

What can online individual therapy help with?

Online therapy may help with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, burnout, self-esteem, life transitions, relationship patterns, and everyday emotional overwhelm. It can also be a space for personal growth, identity exploration, boundary-setting, and ongoing mental wellness support.

Do I need to live in the same state as my therapist?

Not necessarily, but your therapist usually needs to be licensed or authorized to see clients in the state where you are physically located during sessions. You do not always need to be in the same city, but location rules can matter with telehealth, so it is a good idea to confirm before booking.

Is online therapy private and secure?

Reputable providers typically use secure platforms designed for telehealth and will review privacy practices as part of the intake process. You can also help protect your privacy by taking sessions in a quiet room, using headphones, and making sure you have a reliable internet connection.

How much does online individual therapy cost?

The cost of online therapy varies by provider, credentials, specialty, and location. Some therapists offer self-pay rates, while others provide sliding-scale options to make care more affordable. A provider profile will often list fees or let you request pricing details before your first session.

Can I use insurance for online therapy?

Many insurance plans include coverage for telehealth mental health services, but benefits can vary. Your out-of-pocket cost may depend on your plan, deductible, copay, and whether the provider is in network. It is worth checking both the provider profile and your insurance benefits before getting started.

Will I still feel a real connection with my therapist online?

Yes, many people do. A strong therapeutic connection is built through trust, consistency, empathy, and feeling understood, not just by being in the same room. For many clients, online therapy still feels personal, supportive, and emotionally connected. That said, every person is different. If the connection does not feel right, it is okay to talk with your therapist about it or explore another provider who may be a better fit.

Can I keep seeing the same therapist if I move or travel?

Sometimes. It depends on where you are physically located during sessions and whether your therapist is licensed or otherwise authorized there. For help searching across locations, see our guide to finding a therapist licensed in multiple states.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space for sessions. In those situations, in-person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8 right away.

Need urgent support? Therapy Expanded is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you need urgent mental health, suicide, domestic violence, substance use, or LGBTQIA+ support, visit our crisis and mental health resources page.