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473,898 people sought individual therapy help in North Carolina in the last year

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

Meet with a provider as soon as this week

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +22 more
Infidelity, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Bipolar Disorder, +2 more

As an individual navigating a constantly changing world, I understand the value and necessity of having a safe space to be yourself.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +22 more
Anger, Coping Skills, Stress, Women’s Issues, Anxiety, +2 more

I understand that individuals struggle with a range of issues. I aim to help you find your authentic self in this journey to self-discovery.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +22 more
Chronic Illness, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Stress, Women’s Issues, +4 more

Congratulations on taking the first step in reaching your personal goals and attaining inner peace.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +18 more
Military / Veteran, LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +2 more

As a counselor I identify with my clients regardless of race, age, gender, gender identity, sexual preference, religion, or economic background.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +5 more
Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +7 more

I can walk along side you as you journey to discover yourself through the highs and lows of life.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +21 more
Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +4 more

I am passionate about living a life of purpose and meaning by focusing on personal and spiritual development.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +5 more
Medical / Health Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +7 more

Hear from our clinicians

What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

Iesha: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I find CBT helpful because it helps people think, feel, and behave differently when situations cannot be changed.

Kathy: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is solution-focused therapy. I find the best benefit in prioritizing establishing trust and openness because a sense of safety and trust provides the appropriate space for clients to begin envisioning themselves living a life in a whole and healed state.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

Iesha: I teach the following tools in individual therapy:

  • Mindfulness
  • Coping skills
  • Relapse-prevention skills

Kathy: I teach the following tools in individual therapy:

  • Attachment styles
  • “I” statements
  • Feelings wheel
  • Relationship roadblocks
  • Boundaries
  • Cognitive beliefs
  • Family systems
  • Emotional validation
  • Assertive communication

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

Iesha: I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when increased insight is being expressed, better judgment is shown in situations that were not controlled prior, and the client reports decreased negative emotional symptoms.

Kathy: I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they share how they are responding differently to people and situations compared to before and when they want to discuss new goals and visions for their life as a result of therapy.

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

Iesha: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy with journaling and doing things they enjoy.

Kathy: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy with journaling, social engagements, self-care, and doing their own research and learning on their own.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

Iesha: To prepare for your first individual session, you can make a visual outline of your goals for therapy and the things you wish to work on.

Kathy: To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can journal or make a list of topics like concerns, patterns of thinking, or behaviors; get feedback from close trusted friends/family; begin practicing self-care or meditation to get the best benefit from the session; or write out any questions or concerns.

Starting Individual therapy

What is individual therapy?

Individual therapy, also known as individual-counseling, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.

How does individual therapy work?

Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.

Can individual therapy help me?

Yes, individual therapy, also known as individual-counseling, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.

Is individual therapy conducted in person or online?

Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does individual therapy last?

The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.

How much does individual therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we take most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

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 Cornelius therapists and counselors accept 27 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

  • Caresource

  • Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

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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

5.0 Learn about verified reviews
★★★★★
Krystal made my first session very comfortable and welcoming. Her goal is to get the best version of yourself she can. I can’t thank her enough for saving my life when I didn’t even know how desperate I was to be saved. HIGHLY recommend her services.
Read more Krystal made my first session very comfortable and welcoming. Her goal is to get the best version of yourself she can. I can’t thank her enough for saving my life when I didn’t even know how desperate I was to be saved. HIGHLY recommend her services.
Belinda Feb 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I personally didn’t think therapy would work for me but I gave thriveworks a shot and do not regret it! They truly know how to figure out the problem and will work with you to find multiple solutions. Everyone that works there is so nice, from the phone operators to the actual therapists. Don’t sit on the fence about your mental health!
Read more I personally didn’t think therapy would work for me but I gave thriveworks a shot and do not regret it! They truly know how to figure out the problem and will work with you to find multiple solutions. Everyone that works there is so nice, from the phone operators to the actual therapists. Don’t sit on the fence about your mental health!
Parker Jan 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Kathy Pendlay is a compassionate, knowledgeable counselor. She is a great listener and understands how complicated life can be. She provides helpful, practical insights for dealing with difficult people and situations.
Read more Kathy Pendlay is a compassionate, knowledgeable counselor. She is a great listener and understands how complicated life can be. She provides helpful, practical insights for dealing with difficult people and situations.
Cornelius Apr 2022
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Clair Crow is warm and caring. She is exactly the therapist that makes you feel comfortable from the start.
Read more Clair Crow is warm and caring. She is exactly the therapist that makes you feel comfortable from the start.
Cornelius Oct 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com

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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