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Susan Candiloro

Susan Candiloro, LCSW-R

LCSW-R

Licensed In:
Florida, New York
“I provide therapy to women who are high-achieving on the outside but struggling on the inside. Women who've been told they're "too sensitive" or "too much." Women who are tired of performing and are ready to heal.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Depression · Executive Coaching · Insomnia & Sleep Disorders · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Susan Ninos

Health and Healing Therapy

LPC

Licensed In:
Illinois
“I specialize in helping adults manage anxiety, depression, and overwhelm using various CBT and ACT interventions. Together, we'll build your emotional regulation, strengthen your coping skills, and create clarity about your values. and goals. We can reduce your distress and increase your resilience, so you can move forward with confidence and purpose.”
Services:
Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Burnout · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Grief · Life Transitions · Relationship Issues · Women’s Mental Health
Licensed In:
Texas
“Have you ever thought: Am I enough? Have you ever replayed a conversation, an argument, or a decision multiple times in your head before falling asleep? Do you sometimes wish you could just enjoy the moment? These are just some ways negative self-talk can creep into your daily life and interfere with what matters most—you, your family, your life. When you are caught in these spaces, navigating life and its major transitions, things can feel overwhelming. This is true whether you are facing a new job, family building, parenting, or just developing a new sense of self. Working collaboratively, I will serve as a guide to help you gain practical skills so you can start living the life you want to live.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Depression · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Jerry Carmichael

Carmichael Counseling Services

LMHC, LPCC

Licensed In:
California, Florida, South Carolina, Washington
“I enjoy meeting adults of all ages (18+) who are seeking help navigating the struggles life throws at us. My specialties include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, men’s issues, and PTSD, with my ideal client being anyone looking to face and overcome life’s stressors, depression, anxiety, anger issues, addictions, and/or crisis of faith.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Depression · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Life Transitions · Men’s Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Elizabeth Ryczek

Your Self Care Counseling

LMHC

Licensed In:
Florida
“I work with teens (13+) and adults who are ready to create meaningful change in their lives and relationships. Many of my clients are high-functioning, caring people who appear to have it all together but feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or stuck. They often struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, stress, life transitions, or setting healthy boundaries. Whether you're navigating a difficult season, feeling disconnected from yourself, or simply tired of carrying the weight of everyone else's expectations, therapy can provide a safe space to gain insight, build confidence, and create lasting change.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Burnout · Career Counseling · Caregiver Support · Executive Coaching · Faith-Based Care · Grief · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Spirituality
Tonya R. El-Hendi

Calm Mind Therapy, Inc

LCSW

Licensed In:
California
“As a school-based therapist I have worked with children, adolescents and their parents on all kinds of challenges that are barriers to joy and healthy daily functioning. In my private practice I shift my focus more to working with adult clients that are in a rut or experiencing anxiety or in some way not feeling fulfilled. I recently got trained in EMDR and I am looking forward to focusing my skills on helping adult clients who are struggling with emotional eating and want to change their relationship with food for a healthy life.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Behavioral Issues · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Weight Loss
Ellie Feldmann, LCPC

REAL Solutions 4U

LCPC

Licensed In:
Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin
“You’ve built such a strong wall to protect yourself; no one knows who you truly are. You're wondering if you even know who you are yourself. You're trying to understand your emotions. Is it anger? anxiety? feeling like you are "too much"? or broken? The issues you’re dealing with seem like such a tangled mess that you’re not sure where to even start. You are not alone. You may have tried therapy before and have been putting off trying again, because being told to “just breathe or count to 10” has the opposite of a calming effect. You don't want someone to hold your hand or just validate you. Instead, you need someone willing to dive into the mess, isn't afraid to be direct with you and help you unpack all that stuff you have been hiding for far too long.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anger Management · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Cassidy Cartwright

Flourishing Future Wellness

LLPC

Licensed In:
Michigan
“I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating grief, trauma or interpersonal violence. I bring curiosity, compassion and humor to sessions. Throughout our time together we will practice skills or tools that can be used throughout your week to build awareness of your emotions and needs. My goal is that you feel empowered to become who you want to be in connection with your values.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Domestic Abuse · Gender Identity · Grief · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Sexual Abuse · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Lyle Becourtney

Anger Management Groups: Dr. Lyle Becourtney

PsyD

Licensed In:
New Jersey, New York
“Adults and teens who are struggling with issues related to anger management”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anger Management · Relationship Issues
Anya Greany

ThriveWestPsychotherapy

LCSW

Licensed In:
Arizona, California
“I work with adolescents, young adults, older adults, people experiencing domestic violence, the LGBTQIA+ community, grieving populations, substance abuse populations, couples, families, and complex trauma. Most of my work focuses on complex trauma, OCD and queer populations. As a queer provider, I'm passionate about supporting my community.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Addiction · Anger Management · Anxiety · Attachment · Behavioral Issues · Bipolar Disorder · Burnout · Codependency · Consensual Non-Monogamy · Depression · Domestic Abuse · Gender Identity · Hoarding · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Substance Use · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Albert Mezistrano

Albert Mezistrano Psychotherapy

LCSW

Licensed In:
California, Washington
“I’m passionate about helping people explore their inner worlds and understand what holds them back. I work primarily with adults seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Codependency · Depression · Men’s Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Spirituality · Trauma & PTSD
Oluwatoyin Ruth Ajogbeje

Adullam Counseling and Trauma care

LCSW

Licensed In:
Michigan, Tennessee
“I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life stressors such as trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and bipolar disorder. I also work with couples facing communication difficulties, betrayal, addiction, or mental health challenges. My approach focuses on helping individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges, rebuild trust, and heal in a supportive, compassionate space.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Attachment · Autism · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Domestic Abuse · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD

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.