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Kathy Pendlay

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What is your go-to approach for child therapy?

A go-to approach for helping kids in child therapy is being present and allowing a non-judgmental space for clients to explore their feelings. Creating a strong foundation of emotional support to show respect and acceptance is key. One can find the best benefit in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy because it can be helpful for an individual to identify mindsets that help improve and manage their view of life's situations, themselves, and the relationships they are in.

What tools do you teach in child therapy?

The following tools are common in child therapy:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered

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

One way to tell if a client is making meaningful progress is a more positive view of themselves and response to the tools they are learning in therapy. Another good sign is that they display motivation to improve and increase emotional intimacy in their relationships, while being able to accept things that are outside of their control.

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

Clients can supplement their time in child therapy with journaling, exploring therapy worksheets, listening to videos provided by their therapist, confiding in trusted friends and family, and practicing self-care daily.

What should someone do to prepare for starting child therapy?

To prepare for their first child therapy session, a child can have honest and open conversations with trusted family and friends about what they are having difficulty with. This can provide them different perspectives that they can explore further in therapy. A client can then write down the topics of concern that they would like to work on with a therapist. This can help them use their time more efficiently.

Starting Child therapy in Cornelius

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 Cornelius.

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 Cornelius, NC 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 Cornelius, NC 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 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 Cornelius accept 25 insurance plans

  • 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

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Cornelius
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'm used to psychologists reprimanding me, but Dr. Medlin doesn't do that. She gives me a safe space to be honest with her and myself.
Samantha Sep 2025
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I liked how Leanne made me feel like my feelings were validated
Bridget Sep 2025
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Kathy Pendlay is beyond exceptional as a therapist! I am rather a unique person who has more of a need to talk my own way through therapy and Kathy is always ever listening as well as engaging without interrupting! I am a spiritual person and Kathy has many sharing's that continue to lead me to greater awakenings. I'm most grateful to share now 59 weeks with Kathy! I look forward to therapy every week!
Read more Kathy Pendlay is beyond exceptional as a therapist! I am rather a unique person who has more of a need to talk my own way through therapy and Kathy is always ever listening as well as engaging without interrupting! I am a spiritual person and Kathy has many sharing's that continue to lead me to greater awakenings. I'm most grateful to share now 59 weeks with Kathy! I look forward to therapy every week!
Natalie Sep 2025
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I appreciate Margaret's knowledge and therapy style. She has been such a source of light, knowledge and motivation for me! I've worked with many therapists and feel that Margaret is truly the cream of the crop. I can't thank her enough for helping me navigate my current situation. I look forward to meeting with her and count down each week to our time together!!
Read more I appreciate Margaret's knowledge and therapy style. She has been such a source of light, knowledge and motivation for me! I've worked with many therapists and feel that Margaret is truly the cream of the crop. I can't thank her enough for helping me navigate my current situation. I look forward to meeting with her and count down each week to our time together!!
Maryrussell Jun 2025
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I like how I can schedule online for telehealth and also look at profiles. I don't have to leave home to see a therapist which is hard with 2 kids under 4 to do.
Victoria Jun 2025
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It's easier to find someone through Thriveworks then psychology today. I also think my current provider is very skilled and a good fit for me.
Daniel Jun 2025
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Krystal is awesome!
Patricia Jun 2025
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I absolutely love my therapist. She is the best!
Lauren Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Cornelius is located off of W Catawba Ava in Johnsbury Square. We are in the same building as Jo Anne Barron, Southern Homes of the Carolinas. Nearby businesses include Artistic Interior Design and Goodwill.

Phone number

(980) 217-8678

Languages spoken by NC providers

  • English
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