Care without the wait

17 licensed therapists & providers in Delaware. 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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4,108 people sought anxiety therapy help in Delaware in the last year

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

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Dover

As someone who believes in the healing power of creativity, I often say, “Music doesn’t eliminate the storm, but it gives us rhyth...

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Dover

As a dual-certified practitioner, I uniquely understand the client's mind and body....

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Wilmington

As an individual who has experienced different life challenges and has overcome them, I am passionate about assisting others reach...

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Dover

As someone who has experienced anxiety and depression in her own life, I understand the struggle it is going through day to day wh...

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Dover

I deeply understand the impact of painful life events. I believe in the power of learning new skills to help us regain stability, ...

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Anxiety therapy FAQs

What is anxiety therapy?

Anxiety therapy helps people better understand and manage their anxiety. Anxiety therapists at Thriveworks in , DE can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day anxiety or your anxiety disorder.

How does anxiety therapy work?

Anxiety therapy involves talking to a therapist about symptoms, potential causes, and more. Thriveworks therapists will then work with you to determine where your anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.

How to deal with anxiety?

One of the best ways to deal with anxiety is to learn about your own anxiety: your symptoms, what triggers it, and what coping mechanisms have been effective in the past. When you learn what your anxiety is tied to, it can help you be mindful of what’s really happening as well as prevent and mitigate symptoms by processing and working through the issue in therapy. Other strategies that have been shown to help manage anxiety are meditation, challenging anxious thoughts, exercising, and journaling.

Symptoms of anxiety

Common symptoms of anxiety include:

  • Sense of impending danger
  • Nervousness/restlessness
  • Trouble focusing
  • Excessive sweating
  • Shaking
  • Headaches
  • Stomach issues
  • Fatigue
  • Panic attacks
  • Increased heart rate

What is the best therapy for anxiety?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be incredibly effective in treating anxiety and anxiety disorders. Other effective techniques include exposure therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR therapy.

Is anxiety therapy conducted in person or online?

Anxiety therapy is conducted both in person and online, depending on the individual’s preferences and their therapist’s availability. We suggest choosing the option that best suits your needs.

How long does anxiety therapy last?

On average, people can tend to attend 15 to 20 session of anxiety therapy (five or more months). However, this number is heavily dependent on the type of anxiety that’s being treated and its severity, with many choosing to attend anxiety therapy for a longer period of time to ensure its effectiveness long-term.

Is therapy worth it for anxiety?

Yes, it is worth going to therapy for anxiety. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings that are affecting your day-to-day life or you suspect that you have an anxiety disorder, you should seek expert anxiety help.

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 Delaware accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Delaware

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware Medicare Advantage

  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware | PPO HMO

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Self-pay costs at Delaware
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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Sheri is wonderful and always makes me feel heard. She doesn’t rush me and stays so positive.
Annabelle Mar 2026
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Everything is good the way it is.
Loryn Mar 2026
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To be able to schedule out a month ahead
Rafael Mar 2026
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I really enjoy my sessions with Lauren. She is kind, understanding while offering insights or approaches, and important feedback.
Kamari Mar 2026
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making me feel comfortable and open to talk without judgment
Anastacia Mar 2026
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Joel is great at helping me identify my underlying emotions and needs, and reminding me to soothe my nervous system.
Billie Mar 2026
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The therapist was very thoughtful and careful with communication tatics
Shelby Mar 2026
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I really love how she listens and works with me and helps me understand things I didn’t know were going on with me mentally and explains what the medications will help/do to help me feel better
Jenniffer Mar 2026
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Where to find us

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Phone number

(302) 703-0979
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Languages spoken by DE providers

  • English
  • French
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Support Hours

Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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