Care without the wait

8 licensed therapists & providers in Missouri—6 in St Louis. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage †

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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769 people sought child therapy help in Missouri in the last year

Discover how starting child therapy can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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St. Louis, MO

As a bilingual therapist with over five years of experience working with teens and young adults, I create a supportive, practical ...

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My goal when working with clients is to create a space where they feel safe, heard and supported as we work through their story....

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St. Louis, MO

My mission is to help you live your best life by bringing empathy and respect to the therapeutic process of exploring where you’ve...

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As a well-rounded, culturally sensitive, seasoned woman of color, I have a particular understanding of a variety of mental health ...

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St. Louis, MO

As someone with a broad range of lived and professional experiences, I strive to help people of all ages and walks of life meet th...

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St. Louis, MO

Michelle Treece is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has more than 10 years of professional experience assisting adult a...

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Tiffany Jones

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What is your go-to approach for child therapy?

A go-to approach for helping kids in child therapy is to get to know them first on their cognitive level as a “peer.” I find the best benefit in relaxing into more direct therapy approaches in the future is because they have built a strong rapport and trust with you, with a more open and positive reflection of their perspective being validated in you.

What tools do you teach in child therapy?

The following tools in therapy are helpful:

  • Crayons, pencils, pens, markers, etc.
  • Construction paper
  • Clay and Play-Doh
  • Tangible toys- cars, dolls, stuffed animals, coloring books
  • Board games
  • Online two-person/joint activities

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in child therapy?

A client is making meaningful progress in child therapy when symptoms improve via assessments. Assessments can be through visual or auditory observation, changes in patterns of communication to the therapist, clients can literally be given assessments, etc.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement child therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in child therapy with additional take-home assignments from the therapist that are similar to that week's session. This will provide consistency of cognitive reinforcement for the client in between sessions.

What should someone do to prepare for starting child therapy?

With the help of an adult, a child can learn what therapy is, how they will be attending therapy, and (as age-appropriate) learn why they will be attending therapy to prepare for their first child therapy session.

Child therapy FAQs

What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks St Louis.

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in St Louis, MO have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in St Louis, MO is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in St Louis accept 28 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | HMO - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Missouri | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at St Louis
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Mackenzie Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Zoom sessions can be difficult to connect on a social level. Tiffany does a great job of working through technology for a positive experience.
Lucy Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★☆
Great session thank you!
Paola Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Somehow I effectively connect with Tiffany. Her approach works
Charlotte Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Michelle is the best! She always has great advice, offers solutions and gives me solutions.
Nova Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Scheduling online is generally very easy but it would be nice to be able to book future appointments with my provider right from the portal instead of clicking a link from an email. When I try to book again from the portal, I’m always shown different providers in the area but not mine. My provider is excellent, and I feel much better overall after our sessions!
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Layla Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Michelle was very understanding and listened to me without judgement, I enjoyed my time with her and look forward to more sessions.
Grayson Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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It went smoothly operationally!
Amara Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

6780 Southwest Ave Suite 2A
St Louis, MO 63143

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy St Louis is located near Southwest Ave and S Mcclausland Ave, off I-44. It is just around the corner from Francis R. Slay Park and a short distance from Clifton Heights Park.

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Phone number

(314) 648-8517
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Languages spoken by MO providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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Hours

Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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