You may notice we have fewer online reviews than other businesses.If you've ever searched for a therapist online, you may have noticed that mental health practices often have fewer online reviews than restaurants, salons, contractors, or retail businesses.
There is an important reason for that.
Seeking therapy is one of the most personal decisions a person can make.
At The Artemis Center for Guidance, we believe every client deserves to make that decision without feeling pressure to publicly identify themselves as someone receiving mental health care.
As mental health professionals, we're guided by ethical standards from organizations such as the American Counseling Association (ACA) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Requesting public reviews from clients is generally considered a best ethical practice to avoid, since therapists have an obligation not to use the therapeutic relationship to benefit themselves — including by asking clients for public endorsements.
For that reason, The Artemis Center for Guidance does not solicit public reviews from our clients.
Of course, if a client chooses to leave a review on their own, that's entirely their decision to make — we simply won't ask for one.
You may also notice that we generally don't respond publicly to online reviews.
Even a simple "thank you" could be read as confirming that someone is a client of our practice. Many businesses routinely reply to reviews as part of their marketing — but for us, confidentiality comes first.
Choosing a therapist is about much more than star ratings.
We encourage prospective clients to explore our website, learn about our clinicians, read the educational resources we share, and reach out with any questions. Finding the right therapist is about finding a place where you feel safe, respected, and understood.
Our commitment is simple: your privacy will always come before our marketing.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step — we're standing by to help make it a little easier. Click the above link and you'll be on your way.