Care without the wait

104 licensed therapists & providers in North Carolina—4 in Asheville. 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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11,116 people sought individual therapy help at Asheville in the last year

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

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Shannon Gutschick

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What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is by being comfortable and down to earth and favoring person-centered therapy.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

I teach the following in individual therapy: coping skills, stress reduction, mindfulness, and striving for resiliency.

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they begin to share examples of how they have used their newly acquired approaches in their everyday lives.

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

Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by listening to inspiring podcasts such as “Essential Teachings” with Eckhart Tolle or “The Good Life Project.”

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

To prepare for your first therapy session, begin identifying areas you will want to address in session and, once in session, together we will come up with goals.

Individual therapy FAQs

What is individual therapy?

Individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.

How does individual therapy work?

Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.

Can individual therapy help me?

Yes, individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.

Is individual therapy conducted in person or online?

Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does individual therapy last?

The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.

How much does individual 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 Asheville accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • 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 Asheville
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

4.9 Learn about verified reviews
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It was a very good experience! My therapist made me feel very comfortable
Zaria Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Wendy Krull sees me as a whole person and hears me as the individual that I am and that alone is a good thing. We all need that. Being able to talk things out, the good things as well as my struggles, even how my day to day goes is so helpful. When my life got turned upside down last September 2025, I didn't know how to handle the emotional and physical stress I was dealing with, and nobody understood what I was going through. It became difficult to talk to my family, and I had additional stress from work. Wendy has helped me through it all. The highs the lows, the good days and the difficult days. Wendy is my safe person to talk to without judgement. We all need that for the healing process to begin.
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Isabella Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
My therapist is easy to talk to.
Emilio Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
The counselor listened and showed me where a lot of my behaviors came from
Sophie Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Wendy Krull is my counselor and she is amazing. She's supportive, listens, and genuinely cares about people and it's reflected. I know I'm safe talking with her, regardless of what I'm talking about. She shares insights with me and has taught me techniques in how to relax my body and the positive effects it has on our overall health. The questions she asks me are so simple but yet they make me think and I have to look within myself for the answers and I've surprised myself on what was unlocked that I didn't even realize was still there. She helps me sort through my emotions and make sense of them. She's been a lifeline for me that I didn't know I needed. She's so easy to talk to and I can really share what's going on, past, present and my hopes and fears for the future. Wendy has been able to help me navigate through the health issues I've been dealt and how to overcome and not give up on myself. I've had crying meltdowns a few times and I just don't do that outside of my immediate family, and I'm OK if it happens because she's able to help me work though it when I'm at my lowest point. I've had highs and lows, and she's been with me every step of the way. There's been many times she's told me she was thinking about me during the week and was concerned. That in itself just makes you feel good knowing someone cares and is there to help. I am a better person to be around because I'm not holding all this emotional junk inside. I really look forward to our weekly sessions. Our lives are messy and we all need someone to help us navigate through it and I'm so thankful I have this wonderful lady to help me get through it.
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Zoe Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Her ability to redirect me.
Sherry Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Miranda is a very compassionate, knowledgeable, and empathetic therapist. Therapist. She has helped me already in a very short amount of time to get back to a place of self-love. I have not experienced that in years and I am so grateful.
Destini Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★☆
Ms. Comer is very empathetic and sincere. She has a compassionate approach and is a gentle person which is well suited for handling patients with anxiety or PTSD.
Millee Mar 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

82 Patton Ave Suite 201
Asheville, NC 28801

Getting here

82 Patton Ave is located in The Capital Center, near Patton Ave and Coxe Ave, off I-240. It is right by Pritchard Park and a short distance from Pack Square Park.

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Phone number

(828) 523-9140
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Languages spoken by NC providers

  • English
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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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