How to Find a Therapist, Counselor or Psychologist For Your Needs

Finding a therapist online should be simple, private, and stress-free.

At Finding Help Now, we make it easy to connect with licensed and verified therapists who match your needs. Our therapist directory helps you find professionals who specialize in anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, and more.

You can browse by location, session format, or area of focus - all in one place. Each profile includes detailed information about the therapist’s background, approach, and availability, so you can make an informed choice before you reach out.

Start browsing below and take your first step toward finding the right therapist today.

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Dr. Margaret Vald

Dr. Margaret Vald

Stress, AnxietyGriefAngerDepression

Life has a way of throwing us curveballs—whether you’re navigating the challenges of getting older, managing a health change, or...

20 years experience New York

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Dr. Margarita Lopez

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationshipFamily+10 more

I am licensed in Illinois and South Dakota with 8+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping...

10 years experience Illinois

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Dr. Marguerite Allen

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteem+15 more

I have been working as a therapist for 20+ years. I love working with individuals that are open to change...

25 years experience North Carolina

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Dr. Marguerite Morgan

Stress, AnxietyRelationshipTrauma and abuseSelf esteem+15 more

Ms. Morgan is a Licensed Social Worker and a Certified Addiction Counselor with the State of Michigan. She has provided...

28 years experience Michigan

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Dr. Maria Clapp

Stress, AnxietyRelationshipAngerSelf esteem+16 more

Welcome! My name is Maricarmen (Maria) Clapp. I am glad to see that you decided to take time for yourself...

25 years experience Florida

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Dr. Maria Humphrey

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue+9 more

As a licensed therapist in Florida, I bring a decade of compassionate, client-centered experience supporting individuals through life’s complex challenges....

10 years experience Florida

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Dr. Maria Kim

Stress, AnxietyParentingSelf esteemDepression+11 more

I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in California and Illinois over 10 years of experience working as a...

15 years experience Washington

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Dr. Maria Peters

Stress, AnxietyRelationshipTrauma and abuseDepression+20 more

I am licensed in Texas with 20 years of professional counseling experience. I help clients with depression, stress, trauma, abuse,...

20 years experience Texas

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Dr. Maria Rogers

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAngerDepression+19 more

I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Alabama, and I also have a doctorate degree in counselor education. I...

5 years experience Alabama

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Dr. Maria Sanchez

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseSleeping+9 more

I am licensed in New Mexico with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with...

24 years experience New Mexico

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Dr. Maria-Christina Kosteli

Stress, AnxietyRelationshipGriefParenting+5 more

Maria-Christina is a BPS Chartered Psychologist, a registered EuroPsy Psychologist and a BACP registered counsellor. She studied in National and...

10 years experience United Kingdom

Dr. Mariam Sophia Faris

Dr. Mariam Sophia Faris

RelationshipIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes+1 more

Currently licensed in New York, with a decade of clinical experience. This includes aiding clients with managing stress, anxiety, relationships,...

10 years experience New York

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Dr. Maribel Contreras

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer+3 more

I am licensed in California with 20 years of professional work experience. I work with my clients to create an...

20 years experience California

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Dr. Marie Haney

Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepression+17 more

Hi There! I am a licensed psychologist (PsyD) in Colorado and have been working in the counseling field since 2010....

5 years experience Colorado

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Dr. Marie Isom

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareerDepression+17 more

I am licensed in Maryland and have 19 years of experience in the mental health field with 8 of them...

8 years experience Maryland

Dr. Marie Smith

Dr. Marie Smith

Stress, AnxietyFamilyTrauma and abuseDepression+5 more

Dr. Marie Smith I have received a Ph.D. and possess board licensure and certification at the state and national l...

25 years experience Louisiana

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Dr. Mariel Moore

Stress, AnxietyRelationshipFamilySleeping+16 more

ABOUT ME Hello, I am Mariel Moore. I’m a licensed LPC, License Practical Counselor in the state of Alabama. I...

8 years experience Alabama

Dr. Marilyn Ternay

Dr. Marilyn Ternay

Stress, AnxietyAngerSelf esteemDepression+1 more

I am licensed in Colorado with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress...

40 years experience Colorado

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Dr. Mario Weber

Stress, AnxietyParentingADHDRelationship+9 more

Thank you for visiting my BetterHelp profile! I am a mental health counselor and school psychologist licensed in Florida with...

23 years experience Florida

Dr. Marissa Goldman

Dr. Marissa Goldman

Stress, AnxietyParentingSelf esteemCoping with life changes+1 more

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Illinois, serving women who carry it all. The ones who hold...

6 years experience Minnesota

Dr. Marjorie Woodruff

Dr. Marjorie Woodruff

Stress, AnxietyGriefDepression

I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have the most experience in helping...

30 years experience New Jersey

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Dr. Mark Chustz

AddictionsRelationshipGriefIntimacy-related issues+16 more

Thank you for checking my profile. Congratulations for getting this far in reaching out to a stranger for help. It’s...

34 years experience Massachusetts

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Dr. Mark Daddona

Stress, AnxietyLGBTCareerDepression+12 more

I have been a licensed counselor for over 20 years and have worked with adults in a number of settings....

20 years experience Georgia

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Dr. Mark Gabel

Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGrief+6 more

I have been a clinical social worker for 43 years, I am currently licensed in Florida and have practiced in...

40 years experience Florida

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Dr. Mark Thelen

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAngerDepression+16 more

I am licensed in Minnesota with 40 years of professional work experience, working in different environments like Community Mental Health...

40 years experience Minnesota

Dr. Marsha Chase

Dr. Marsha Chase

Stress, AnxietyRelationshipFamilyTrauma and abuse+10 more

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in Pennsylvania with over 8 years of experience working in family homes,...

8 years experience Pennsylvania

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Dr. Martin Kaufmann

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoaching+9 more

I am licensed in Colorado with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress...

6 years experience Colorado

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Dr. Martin Lynch

RelationshipSelf esteemCoping with life changesStress, Anxiety+6 more

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York State with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience...

11 years experience New York

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Dr. Martine Rose Wallenberg

RelationshipFamilyIntimacy-related issuesCoping with life changes+2 more

I am licensed in Florida with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family...

16 years experience Florida

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Dr. Martinque Jones

Stress, AnxietyRelationshipSelf esteemCareer+4 more

I am licensed in Texas with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress...

5 years experience Texas

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Dr. Marty Sapp

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepressionLGBT+11 more

Hello, I am Dr. Marty Sapp, and I am a licensed psychologist with more than 33 years of experience. I...

35 years experience Wisconsin

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Dr. Marty Sapp

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseDepressionLGBT+8 more

Hello, I am Dr. Marty Sapp, and I am a licensed psychologist with more than 33 years of experience. I...

35 years experience Wisconsin

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Dr. Marva Bourne

Stress, AnxietyRelationshipTrauma and abuseGrief+18 more

Hello. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with almost twenty years experience working with individuals, couples, and families....

9 years experience California

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Dr. Marva Robinson

Stress, AnxietyFamilyDepressionLGBT+13 more

I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in Missouri with 16 years of clinical experience. I have worked with individuals and...

18 years experience Missouri

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Dr. Mary “Em” Ryan

Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemCareer+14 more

I am licensed in the UK with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients...

21 years experience United Kingdom

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Dr. Mary Ann Hensley

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAngerSelf esteem+12 more

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia with over 22 years of professional work experience. I have worked with...

23 years experience Florida

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Dr. Mary Ann Meli

Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepression+12 more

I am licensed in Florida with 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress...

35 years experience Florida

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Dr. Mary Anne Gunter

RelationshipFamilyTrauma and abuseGrief+11 more

DR. MARY ANNE GUNTER, PhD, LPC, LMFT, CFTP, CATP, CBC THANK YOU FOR BEING HERE! I AM LICENSED TO TREAT...

8 years experience Arkansas

Search for Therapists You Can Trust

Our goal is to remove the uncertainty from finding mental health support. Every therapist in our directory has been verified for professional licensing, so you can be confident that you’re connecting with qualified experts.

Use the directory to filter by location, session type, and approach to find someone near you, or someone you can connect with online. If you prefer flexible scheduling or live outside a major city, browse those offering secure video or chat-based therapy sessions.

This flexibility lets you find a therapist whose expertise and availability truly fit your lifestyle. No confusing listings, no middlemen - just direct access to real professionals who care.

What You Can Expect from Our Directory

When you browse through Finding Help Now, you’re exploring more than just a list of names. Each profile provides a transparent overview of who the therapist is and how they work. You’ll see their background, credentials, therapeutic style, and client focus - plus details on how to contact them directly.

We prioritize clarity and trust at every step. You don’t need to fill out forms or create accounts to get started. You can read, compare, and reach out on your own terms. Many therapists also share their philosophies and preferred treatment methods, so you can get a sense of their personality before the first session.

Therapy is a deeply personal process - the right match makes all the difference.

Common Areas People Seek Help For

While every person’s journey is different, certain themes are incredibly common in therapy. Many people reach out for support with anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, grief, self-esteem, or major life changes.

If you’re not sure where to start, exploring these broad areas can help narrow down what kind of therapist might fit best. For example, if you’re struggling with work-related stress, you may find support under anxiety or burnout therapy. If your main focus is your marriage or dating life, relationship therapy could be a better match.

Our platform allows you to move naturally between categories until you find what feels relevant.
When you’re ready to focus more deeply on a specific issue, you can explore our therapy categories → for a full breakdown of options.

How to Choose the Right Therapist for You

Choosing a therapist is as much about fit as it is about qualifications. It helps to begin with a simple question: What do I want to work on right now? Once you know your focus, look for therapists who describe experience in that area and whose tone or approach resonates with you.

Consider whether you feel more comfortable with structured therapy models - such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - or more conversational approaches like humanistic or psychodynamic therapy. You can also filter by format: some people prefer video calls for flexibility, while others value checking in with a licensed therapist just by messaging.

When reading profiles, pay attention to how each therapist describes their clients and methods. Do they mention goals that feel familiar? Does their language make you feel at ease? Those details often tell you more than credentials alone.

And finally, trust your instincts. The right therapist is someone who listens, understands, and meets you where you are.

Why Use Finding Help Now

We built Finding Help Now to make mental health care accessible, transparent, and empowering. Our platform emphasizes three key values:

  • Trust. Every therapist listed has been reviewed for licensing and professional standing.
  • Privacy. Your searches and outreach remain confidential - you connect directly with therapists, no intermediaries.
  • Accessibility. We include therapists who offer a range of ways to work together, online therapy, phone calls, and chat-based options, so you can choose what’s comfortable and realistic for your schedule.

By combining verified professionals, modern tools, and human warmth, we aim to help more people begin therapy without unnecessary friction or uncertainty.

Ready to Begin Your Search?

The first step toward change is often the hardest - but you’ve already taken it by being here.
Whether you want to speak to someone locally or prefer the privacy of online sessions, you’ll find compassionate, licensed therapists ready to help.

Explore profiles, compare approaches, and reach out when you’re ready. The right therapist can make all the difference.