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109 licensed therapists & providers in Pennsylvania—9 in Bensalem. 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

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

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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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28,675 people sought Trauma/PTSD therapy help in Pennsylvania in the last year

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Drawing on perspectives from marginalized communities and trauma‑informed experiences, I offer an understanding of how trauma shap...

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What is your go-to approach for PTSD/trauma therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in PTSD/trauma therapy is first and foremost to help them feel listened to. I want them to feel safe to discuss whatever their trauma was, to whatever extent that they are able to. I offer EMDR as one approach to treating their trauma, but I do not insist on that approach. I want the client to feel safe to explore their trauma however they wish. I find the best benefit in this approach because each person's trauma is unique and needs to be approached for healing in the most sensitive and understanding manner possible.

What tools do you teach in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I teach the following tools in PTSD/trauma therapy:

  • Progressive relaxation
  • Empowering visualization
  • Developing a healing narrative of the trauma
  • Positive reframing

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy when they are able to report that the emotional intensity of their traumatic memory has dissipated over time.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement PTSD/trauma therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in PTSD/trauma therapy by practicing self-affirming visualizations and nurturing themselves in general, such as by associating with supportive friends or family.

What should someone do to prepare for starting PTSD/trauma therapy?

To prepare for their first PTSD/trauma therapy session, someone can try to have faith that the power that their trauma has had over them can and will recede in time.

Trauma/PTSD therapy FAQs

What is PTSD/trauma therapy?

At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.

How does PTSD/trauma therapy work?

Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.

Symptoms of PTSD

The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:

  • Flashbacks and distressing memories of the traumatic event
  • Nightmares and sleep disturbances
  • Intense anxiety and irritability
  • Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
  • Negative changes in mood and thought patterns
  • Increased arousal, like difficulty concentrating or exaggerated startle response

How do you overcome PTSD triggers?

The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.

What type of therapist is best for PTSD?

In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.

Is PTSD/trauma therapy conducted in person or online?

PTSD/trauma 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 should you go to therapy for PTSD?

If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.

How successful is therapy for PTSD?

The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.

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 Bensalem accept 49 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Ambetter Health | Commercial

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth Pennsylvania

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

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Self-pay costs at Bensalem
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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My experience was great!
Naomi Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Allison is a great listener and helps to make good decisions!
Caroline Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I felt heard.
Gabriella Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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My therapist is extremely helpful and supportive. Also helpful with rescheduling when I need to.
Marisol Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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No complaints. My sessions continue to be helpful and something I look forward to
Valentina Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I love my therapist, perfect match!! when I talk to her its like picking up the phone or conversation with a very good friend. The conversations are just so easy and the advise and help is so real.. she listens and helps solve problems or even helps find solutions and new ways to either look at thing differently or think about thinks differently.
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Jack Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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my experience has been amazing and progressive. i would not change a thing
Gabriella Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Frankly I’m grateful all of this became possible in the first place, I’ve nothing to complain about and thank you for being here.
Lin Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

1950 Street Rd Suite 410
Bensalem, PA 19020

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Bensalem is located near Street Road and Knights Road, off I-95. It is close to the Bensalem Township Municipal Complex and right by the Bensalem Township Country Club.

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Phone number

(215) 782-6844
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Languages spoken by PA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Filipino
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Hours

Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
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

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Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
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

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