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833 people sought stress management therapy help at Greenville in the last year

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I know firsthand the pain of life and mental illness, and my passion is to provide hope to those who feel hurt, lonely, and misund...

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As someone who has experienced the transformative power of therapy, I understand the importance of feeling safe, supported, and tr...

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As a woman of color finding my footing in a chaotic world, I understand the importance of finding a safe space to express yourself...

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Starting Stress management therapy in Greenville

What type of therapy do I need for stress?

Thriveworks offers Stress management therapy, a type of therapy that helps people learn how to effectively manage and release their stress through the use of relaxation techniques, time-management practices, and mindfulness, among others. Relieving stress can greatly improve an individual’s mental health, as stress can detrimentally affect one’s emotional and physical well-being.

How does stress management therapy work?

Stress management therapy functions by identifying the source(s) of stress and the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that are tied to it, then addressing them and creating healthy strategies for dealing with stress on a long-term basis. Additionally, Stress management therapy also helps people discover what warning signs they have that can let them know that they are stressed so that they can be more proactive in managing it.

What is the most effective therapy for stress management?

The effectiveness of stress management therapy can vary from person to person, but some widely used and effective approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), and relaxation techniques.

What are 5 stress management strategies?

Five stress management counseling strategies include:

  • Deep breathing: Practice deep, slow breathing exercises to calm your body’s stress response.
  • Exercise: Regular physical activity can help reduce stress and improve your overall well-being.
  • Mindfulness meditation: Engage in mindfulness or meditation practices to stay present and reduce anxiety.
  • Time management: Organize your tasks and priorities to minimize stress related to time pressures.
  • Social support: Share your feelings and concerns with friends or a therapist for emotional support and problem-solving.

Should you go to therapy for stress?

Whether to seek therapy for stress depends on the severity and impact of the stress on your life. If stress is significantly affecting your well-being, relationships, or daily functioning, therapy can be a helpful option to learn coping strategies and gain support. It’s important to assess your own needs and consult a mental health professional for guidance on whether therapy is appropriate for your situation.

Does stress management help anxiety?

Yes, stress management counseling can help significantly reduce the amount of anxiety that you feel.

Is stress management therapy conducted in person or online?

Stress management treatment 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 stress management therapy last?

For those with low amounts of anxiety and stress and simple goals, stress management therapy can be fewer than 12 sessions. However, for those with intense anxiety and more severe symptoms, therapy will likely last longer in order to effectively treat their stress and mitigate their symptoms.

Need more help deciding?

Stress and Coping – Online Counselors and Therapists in Greenville, SC

Everyone experiences stress – it’s normal; and while we often have the coping stills to manage that stress, we also find that we may not have the coping skills we need to manage certain stressors.  Maybe this feels like your situation.  If so, you’re not alone.  Many people are struggling with new challenges, thoughts, and fears – but you don’t have to go through this alone.  Thriveworks Greenville online counselors can help! (864) 952-4048

What Is Stress?

Stress occurs when we are faced with persistent challenges, particularly ones where the choices are difficult – possibly not even ours to make.  Stress keeps us alert, hyper-focused on a thought, task, or outcome.  When experiencing stressful situations, our senses are heightened, creating the “fight or flight” response.  Some stress is fine. It can wake us up and make us more aware. Too much stress can create serious emotional and physiological issues. If left untreated, stress can lead to:

  • headaches
  • increased blood pressure
  • anxiety
  • chest pain
  • gastrointestinal issues
  • sleep issues
  • depression

What Are Coping Skills?

Coping skills, sometimes referred to as “coping mechanisms,” are tools that people use when faced with challenges that create stress in their lives.  These tools aren’t limited to dealing with stress either.  Coping skills are commonly used for managing depression, phobias, trauma, or any type of painful emotion, feeling, or memory.  Coping skills are simply strategies for processing your feelings.  They provide the opportunity to differentiate between irrational and rational beliefs, giving you the ability to make appropriate adjustments to your thoughts and behaviors.  Simply put – coping skills are problem-solving tools to help you successfully manage stressful situations.

Coping with Stress

It’s important to take care of yourself – mind, body, and spirit.  During periods of increased stress, people who take care of themselves find that they’re better prepared to face new challenges and overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. This is where Thriveworks Greenville Online Counseling can help.

Right now, our stress therapists are helping clients improve the quality of their lives, find more meaning, improve relationships, learn effective coping skills, …and much more.  Each stress therapist is a fully licensed professional counselor, with training and experience helping clients understand the root cause of stress and learn how to cope with it.  You don’t have to go through this alone – our stress counselors will partner with you.

For many people, traditional in-office stress therapy just isn’t the best option right now, but that’s not a problem at Thriveworks Greenville Online Counseling.  Our counselors are skilled at providing stress counseling online by video and in person.  Many insurance companies are now covering the cost of telehealth for mental health, making it more affordable than ever before to get help for your stress.

Scheduling Stress Counseling at Thriveworks Greenville, SC

There has never been a better time to improve the quality of your life.  Coronavirus-related stress is real and you shouldn’t ignore it.  Our stress counselors in Greenville are ready to help you manage, and even overcome, the struggles that create stress in your life.

We offer convenient appointment times – that includes day, evening, and weekend hours.  Plus, we accept most major insurance plans.  And at Thriveworks in Greenville, there’s never a wait list for appointments. In most cases, new clients can often meet with their provider within the same week.  So what are you waiting for?  Call today to schedule your first appointment with a caring stress counselor in Greenville, SC.  You can thrive, we can help! (864) 952-4048

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 Greenville accept 28 insurance plans

  • Absolute Total Care | Healthy Connections Medicaid

  • Aetna

  • AnMed Employee Program

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Greenville
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

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$1

Ongoing sessions

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Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Austin is a great listener and has some very valuable and useful insights. When I first started with him I thought he might be too young, but he is wise WELL beyond his years. As much life I've lived and experience gained, I take notes when we talk.
Read more Austin is a great listener and has some very valuable and useful insights. When I first started with him I thought he might be too young, but he is wise WELL beyond his years. As much life I've lived and experience gained, I take notes when we talk.
James Sep 2025
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I feel heard and understood completely.
Brittany Sep 2025
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Everything has been amazing.
Caitlin Sep 2025
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I have anxiety when I am near other people. I appreciate the fact that there were no reception or other people in the office.
Susan Sep 2025
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I appreciate how easy it was for me to find providers in my area and how easy it was to scan through their info quickly to find the right fit. I also appreciated how the onboarding process encouraged me to take a second look at the policies because I would typically agree without reading.
Read more I appreciate how easy it was for me to find providers in my area and how easy it was to scan through their info quickly to find the right fit. I also appreciated how the onboarding process encouraged me to take a second look at the policies because I would typically agree without reading.
Ashley Sep 2025
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Heather asks the right questions, she challenges my thought process, and she is encouraging as well as realist in her approach. She is one of the best!!!
James Sep 2025
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Dr. Stewart has been so easy to work with. She is understanding, kind, compassionate, and has been so helpful in navigating implementing medication along with therapy to try and get my panic attacks under control.
Crystal Jun 2025
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Counselor is kind and understanding.
Beverly Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Greenville is located on Pointe Circle Circle off Pelham Road, near the La Quinta Inn. We are located in the back corner of the building complex, and currently share the building with Chumney & Associates and STORY Web Design, among other businesses. Next door you will find Tom James Clothing Company.

Phone number

(864) 301-6458

Languages spoken by SC providers

  • Arabic
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
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