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We all go through times in life when we struggle with our mental health- You are not alone and I am here to help you reach your me...

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As someone that has struggled and watched loved ones struggle with mental health, I understand the crucial importance of taking c...

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I am a solution-focused, client-centered therapist with experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, and trauma...

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Cecilia Siegel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), who has dedicated her personal and professional commitments t...

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As an African American cis-gender female who used to be a silent sufferer, I understand the difficulty, fear, and stigma of trusti...

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As a clinician that has worked with children, teens and adults, in the midst of extreme stress and crises, I have the experience t...

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As a woman of color, I am a culturally attuned counselor who values your unique experiences, providing support and empowerment tai...

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Therapy is weird, uncomfortable, unfamiliar, AND it is an investment in your emotions and your time. I get it, and I am here to he...

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My hope each day is to make even the smallest positive difference in someone's life, whether by offering a safe space to process d...

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Cory Capitini is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the state of Ohio as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in ...

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I enjoy helping people find the best medication regimen to optimize their well-being....

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Life can take some unexpected turns and cause some hurt; it is good to talk with someone when feeling ready to heal and finding th...

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What is your go-to approach for family therapy?

A typical go-to approach for helping people in family therapy is working to establish common goals among family members and teaching tools that help the family achieve those goals. Many clinicians find the best benefit in using family systems therapy, where the family is treated as a single unit to address concerns.

What tools do you teach in family therapy?

Many therapists working with families teach communication and conflict-resolution skills. They may also teach tools for building family connectedness.

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

A therapist may know clients are making meaningful progress in family therapy when family members report making progress on the mutually agreed-upon goals. When this happens and/or evidence in sessions shows that family members are improving communication and having less conflict, it's evident that family connectedness is growing.

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

Clients can supplement their time in family therapy with the ongoing practice of communication tools, engaging in activities that build connection, and reflecting on personal responsibility in meeting the family therapy goals.

What should someone do to prepare for starting family therapy?

To prepare for their first family therapy session, an individual can bring notes of concerns about the presenting issues for starting therapy, bring notes on what they would like to improve, and mentally prepare for a mindset of mutual cooperation and empathy with other family members.

Starting Family therapy in Columbus

What is family therapy?

Family therapy helps families resolve conflicts and strengthen their relationships. It is led by qualified mental health professionals like psychologists, licensed professional counselors (LPCs), and licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who have extensive training in family dynamics and group communication.

How does family therapy work?

Thriveworks family therapists in Columbus, OH usually begin by asking what everyone’s goals are for family counseling. Family members may need help with very specific issues or with general relationship functioning. But there are three main purposes in family counseling: to educate, to counsel, and to strengthen. Thriveworks also offers online family therapy and in-person services, so you may all meet in an office together or join a video call from your home depending on everyone’s location and availability.

What is the most effective family therapy?

The most effective form of Family therapy will often depend on the family itself, as there are many types of family therapy for therapists to use as they see fit in order to best meet the needs of their clients. However, one of the most commonly used types of family therapy is structural family therapy (SFT). SFT focuses specifically on family dynamics and interactions, looking at how they shape the relationships and structure present in the family. It can be effectively used to treat a variety of concerns.

How do I know if my family needs therapy?

This answer often looks different to each family that starts family therapy. However, some signs that your family might need to consider family counseling include frequent fights or misunderstandings, constant tension, experiencing loss, behavioral issues, marital issues, divorce, and blended family issues, among others.

What is included in family therapy?

In family therapy, therapists will often start by asking questions and assessing individual and family dynamics. From there, they may employ therapeutic techniques such as structured family therapy, CBT, strategic family therapy, and more depending on the present concerns and conflicts. From there, a therapist will work to open lines of communication between family members and facilitate emotional healing and growth.

What is the success rate of family therapy?

Family therapy can be incredibly successful, with some studies reporting a success rate of almost 90% for improving participants’ emotional and mental health, and around 66% for improving their physical health.

Is family therapy conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks therapists in Columbus, OH offer both online family therapy and in-person family therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does family therapy last?

Family therapy is usually short term and solution-focused, with most families accomplishing their goals in 12 sessions or fewer. However, it can also last for longer if the probles at hand are more complex — and that’s okay, too.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Columbus accept 26 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)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • 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 Columbus
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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I like the availability and ease of making appointments. Debora is always responsive to my emails and always kind. She has become a good friend and confidant in my life. I value her professional skills and insight and wouldn't be where I'm at today without her!
Read more I like the availability and ease of making appointments. Debora is always responsive to my emails and always kind. She has become a good friend and confidant in my life. I value her professional skills and insight and wouldn't be where I'm at today without her!
Amy Sep 2025
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Melissa listens and is affirming and kind. She also asks really good questions to help me process what is going on and get to the root of the issue. Her training in trauma has helped me understand my issues and how to process them, and her knowledge of ADHD, PTSD, and differential diagnoses has been invaluable in explaining my experiences and those of my family members.
Read more Melissa listens and is affirming and kind. She also asks really good questions to help me process what is going on and get to the root of the issue. Her training in trauma has helped me understand my issues and how to process them, and her knowledge of ADHD, PTSD, and differential diagnoses has been invaluable in explaining my experiences and those of my family members.
Marsha Sep 2025
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Melissa always listens and she is helping me to understand what I'm struggling with. She always offers me ways/resources to do the work I need to do.
Suzette Sep 2025
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I have a lot life experience & she ask questions & I was able to get through a lot of my history.
Judith Sep 2025
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I am in two separate counseling sessions.. My individual counselor, Cecelia, is very attentive and reassuring. She always hypes up my wins and helps me reframe negativity. . My couples' counselor, Shantrice, is great at hearing both sides and finding a happy medium concerning our circumstances. We recently decided to separate and she has been very receptive to helping us navigate as future ex-spouses and co-parents.
Read more I am in two separate counseling sessions.. My individual counselor, Cecelia, is very attentive and reassuring. She always hypes up my wins and helps me reframe negativity. . My couples' counselor, Shantrice, is great at hearing both sides and finding a happy medium concerning our circumstances. We recently decided to separate and she has been very receptive to helping us navigate as future ex-spouses and co-parents.
Karen Sep 2025
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Cecilia has been amazing, very empathetic to my situation. Very understanding. She let's me get my complete thought out and then responds to it in a way that helps me see things with more clarity than before. I would recommend her and this service to anyone that I know.
Read more Cecilia has been amazing, very empathetic to my situation. Very understanding. She let's me get my complete thought out and then responds to it in a way that helps me see things with more clarity than before. I would recommend her and this service to anyone that I know.
Ben Sep 2025
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I'm new to this but so far so good
Rita Sep 2025
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★★★★★
Counselor was Very engaging.
Timothy Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Child Therapy Columbus is located off of Northwest Blvd, just east of the intersection of Northwest Blvd and N Star Rd. Our building is shared by Schultz CPA, neighbored by Star & Northwest Auto Care, and across the street from Buckeye State Bank. The closest bus stop is Northwest Blvd & Stanford Rd.

Phone number

(614) 739-8926

Languages spoken by OH providers

  • English
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