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20,417 people sought child therapy help in Texas in the last year

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Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network, +3 more
Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +6 more

Change is a process that doesn’t have to be done alone; I am here for you.

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I am here to assist with all of your counseling needs.

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I am a bilingual therapist that strives to provide a safe and therapeutic space for clients who may be facing difficulties in their lives.

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As a compassionate therapist dedicated to your well-being, I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing and growth.

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What is your go-to approach for child therapy?

My go-to approach for child therapy is to use shared activity or offer artistic expression through playing games and using puppets or having the child draw or show me other creative skills they have with LEGOs, sand play, etc.

What tools do you teach in child therapy?

The tools I teach in children's therapy are generally the identification of emotions and safe self-expression, self-regulation through mindfulness and physical activity, and the development of social skills through turn-taking, story telling, and cooperative play.

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

I know a client is making progress when sleep and somatic complaints decrease, when they are more able to tolerate unfamiliar situations, and when they report being better understood or supported by adults in their lives.

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

Clients can supplement their time in children's therapy by using scheduled reinforcements to support behavior change, rehearsing mindfulness skills, and practicing naming feelings and what influenced them vs. only reacting.

What should someone do to prepare for starting child therapy?

To prepare for their first child therapy session, a child can talk with a parent about what they hope to change and come up with a list of questions they like to ask new people about interests, etc.

Starting Child therapy

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 Cedar Park.

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 Cedar Park, TX 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 Cedar Park, TX 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 insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Cedar Park therapists and counselors accept 43 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Buist Byars and Taylor (Employers Health Network)

  • Children's Medical Group (Employers Health Network)

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Self-pay costs at Cedar Park
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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Easy first conversation, no complaints
Tedra Apr 2025
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What I appreciate the most is my counselor Catherine Dilger, she has made me have such a good experience going through my mental health journey. In terms of thriveworks itself, I have appreciated so much how easy it was to book my first session and how easy it has been to use the interface online and continue having sessions.
Read more What I appreciate the most is my counselor Catherine Dilger, she has made me have such a good experience going through my mental health journey. In terms of thriveworks itself, I have appreciated so much how easy it was to book my first session and how easy it has been to use the interface online and continue having sessions.
Stefania Apr 2025
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Ashley Collins is incredible. I recommend her to everyone. Her knowledge of how the human brain works regarding anxiety is brilliant. I've been seeing her monthly for almost 3 years and want to continue for the rest of my life. She's taught me how to recognize my anxiety and work inside it to manage, cope, and lesson the occurrence. I'm genuinely so happy and grateful to have found her.
Read more Ashley Collins is incredible. I recommend her to everyone. Her knowledge of how the human brain works regarding anxiety is brilliant. I've been seeing her monthly for almost 3 years and want to continue for the rest of my life. She's taught me how to recognize my anxiety and work inside it to manage, cope, and lesson the occurrence. I'm genuinely so happy and grateful to have found her.
Kathryn Apr 2025
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★★★★★
I really enjoy my therapist. She's really informative and she listens to everything I need to talk about. I think I need to be open more to my own self or pass problems, but anything that I've asked to talk about. She's always tried to find ways to find a solution or, find a way to help me let go of the things that trouble me. By the way, her name is Danyel.
Read more I really enjoy my therapist. She's really informative and she listens to everything I need to talk about. I think I need to be open more to my own self or pass problems, but anything that I've asked to talk about. She's always tried to find ways to find a solution or, find a way to help me let go of the things that trouble me. By the way, her name is Danyel.
Jo Apr 2025
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★★★★★
I really like my new provider and feel she's going to really help me. I'm able to connect with her and feel that she really cares and is also extremely professional.
Cassie Apr 2025
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She is a patient listener who gives helpful feedback, suggestions, and insight. She is able to summarize my situations and issues that allow me to look at my choices for action or reflection.
Beth Apr 2025
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Fantastic
Alin Apr 2025
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It's virtual and you can easily find a provider that meets your needs.
Crystal Mar 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cedar Park is located on Cypress Creek Road near S Bell Blvd and Cluck Creek Estates. We share a building with Pediatrician Christopher Ng and Pure Innate CBD.

Phone number

(512) 975-2978

Languages spoken by TX providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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