Care without the wait

30 licensed therapists & providers in Ohio—7 in Cleveland. 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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5,266 people sought child therapy help in Ohio in the last year

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

Meet with a child/teen therapist as soon as this week

Cleveland, OH

I view mental health care as a partnership built on trust, empathy, and understanding. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practi...

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As someone who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how painful life circumstances impac...

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I connect with clients on a personal level, as building trust and encouraging active participation in their own care is crucial to...

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As one who understands the extreme impact trauma and loss has on individuals, I have an authentic understanding both personally an...

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Having personally experienced the transformative aspects of combining traditional talk therapy with creative arts, I strive to ass...

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As a woman in her mid-30s, I understand the pressures that come with different life stages and coping with the changes we face as ...

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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 Cleveland.

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 Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland accept 29 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Ohio | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Ohio | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSmart Accel

  • HealthSmart PPO

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Self-pay costs at Cleveland
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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What I appreciate the most it is the fast it I get an appointment and the easy it is the process. I really like my therapist, very professional and very knowledgeable. He makes me feel comfortable.
Ana Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Erin is always great!
Olivia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I felt heard
Zoey Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Erin has been amazing at working with and giving me pointers and feedbacks about certain topics. They have been very open about their thoughts and I really appreciate them
Benjamin Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I need more data before I give either Thriveworks or Mr. Cooper more accurate scores; but I like my therapist!
Layla Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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All was good. Darren heard every bit of what I had to say and listened very well.
Ariana Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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She is very understanding and considerate of what I have to say. She listens to me and my problems. She is working to get me out of my depression.
Diana Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I love my therapist! She takes the time to truly listen and understand what I am saying and feeling.
Luke Jul 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

2800 Euclid Ave Suite 100
Cleveland, OH 44115

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cleveland is located in the Cowell House and near Euclid Avenue and East 30th Street, off I-90. It is right by the Cleveland State University campus and just off the street from Playhouse Square.

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Phone number

(614) 689-3972
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Languages spoken by OH 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
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Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm

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