About
The practice is founded by Dr. Heather Hunt, a Deaf woman who is passionate about offering therapy that’s not only linguistically accessible but also truly understands the unique needs of the Deaf community. They provide culturally affirming, ASL-fluent, and accessible therapy services, especially for those in rural areas where mental health providers are scarce. Their approach to therapy is holistic, combining evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and social-emotional therapy to promote overall well-being. They welcome and support the families and loved ones who walk alongside Deaf individuals in this process. My Deaf Therapy offers telehealth services, ensuring that therapy is accessible no matter where you live. They are committed to providing therapy that is culturally competent and tailored to the individual needs of each client. By offering telehealth services, they ensure that therapy is accessible no matter where you live. Their team is committed to understanding the cultural, social, and linguistic realities of being Deaf or hard of hearing. They approach therapy with respect for the nuances of Deaf culture, recognizing how language access, identity, and social dynamics impact mental health. They ensure their clients feel seen, heard, and respected in every session, fostering an environment of trust and cultural competence.
Insurance & payment
My Deaf Therapy accepts Aetna, Anthem, APS Healthcare, BHS | Behavioral Health Systems, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield, and CareFirst insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Anthem
- APS Healthcare
- BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna
- ComPsych
- Coventry
- Florida Blue
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Health Net
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins
- Magellan Health
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MHNet Behavioral Health
- Molina Healthcare
- MultiPlan
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UnitedHealthcare
- Sentara Health Plans
- TELUS Health
- TRICARE
- UMR
- Wellfleet
- Zelis Healthcare
- Out of network
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Anxiety
My Deaf Therapy offers therapy for anxiety, tailored to the unique needs of Deaf individuals.
Depression/Mood
They provide culturally affirming, ASL-fluent, and accessible therapy services for depression and mood-related issues.
ADHD/ADD
My Deaf Therapy offers therapy for ADHD and ADD, utilizing evidence-based methods to promote overall well-being.
Domestic Abuse
They provide culturally affirming, ASL-fluent, and accessible therapy services for individuals experiencing domestic abuse.
PTSD/Trauma
My Deaf Therapy offers therapy for PTSD and trauma, tailored to the unique needs of Deaf individuals.
Relationship Therapy
They provide culturally affirming, ASL-fluent, and accessible therapy services for relationship issues.