Both my previous T and current T were found starting with Psychology Today. I used the search engine to find someone in my area, who took my insurance, and who had expertise in my areas of difficulty (specifically eating disorders and trauma). I then looked at their therapeutic orientation and current T's website. Then, I e-mailed and talked on the phone for 10-15 minutes. My gut is usually pretty spot-on when I meet people. I worked with previous T for 5 years... went well and I really did learn and grow a LOT, but it didn't end so well (unethical abandonment). I've been with current T for 20 months. It has gone very well, and I've learned more and grown with him as well.