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686,000 people sought help with Thriveworks in the last year

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

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Our Houston providers are currently booked, however we have 116 online providers available right now in Texas.
Pearland
Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network, +3 more
Self Harm, Narcissism, Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, +14 more

Having gone through various challenges and significant life changes, I can understand the difficulties you may be facing and I'm here to offer my guid... Having gone through various challenges and significant life changes, I can understand the difficulties you may be facing and I'm here to offer my guidance. Read more

Pasadena
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +38 more
Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Infidelity, Men’s Issues, +11 more

Welcome! Congratulations on making it this far. Counseling is what you make it, so let's make it work.

Fort Worth
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +39 more
Coping Skills, Infidelity, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +12 more

As a passionate PMHNP-BC, I believe in the power of collaborative care and am dedicated to supporting each individual's unique mental health journey.

Fort Worth
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +24 more
Military / Veteran, Medical / Health Issues, Domestic Abuse, Narcissism, Anger, +25 more

As a compassionate and dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, un... As a compassionate and dedicated psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered on your journey to mental wellness. Read more

Fort Worth
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program, Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program, Aetna, +36 more
Self Harm, Narcissism, Anger, Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, +10 more

As person who has experienced the difficulties of friends and family members dealing with mental health problems, I am well-equipped to understand and... As person who has experienced the difficulties of friends and family members dealing with mental health problems, I am well-equipped to understand and empathize with a broad spectrum of patients. Read more

Victoria Williams

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What is your go-to approach for PTSD/trauma therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in PTSD/trauma therapy is to use a mixture of CBT, motivational interviewing, and TF-CBT. I find the best benefit in using a mixture of approaches because none are one-size-fits-all. I find different approaches fit various levels of trauma differently.

What tools do you teach in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I teach the following tools in PTSD/trauma therapy:

  • Relaxation
  • Emotional regulation
  • Identifying triggers
  • Healthy coping skills

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in PTSD/trauma therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress when they start verbalizing a reduction in anxiety when faced with trauma triggers.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement PTSD/trauma therapy?

Clients can practice their emotional regulation and relaxation skills with daily minor stressors to start getting in the habit of using positive replacements.

What should someone do to prepare for starting PTSD/trauma therapy?

To prepare for their first PTSD/trauma therapy session, one should come with the mindset that their trauma does not define them and that they are going to learn to be bigger than their trauma.

Starting Trauma/PTSD therapy

What is PTSD/trauma therapy?

At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.

How does PTSD/trauma therapy work?

Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.

Symptoms of PTSD

The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can vary but often include:

  • Flashbacks and distressing memories of the traumatic event
  • Nightmares and sleep disturbances
  • Intense anxiety and irritability
  • Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
  • Negative changes in mood and thought patterns
  • Increased arousal, like difficulty concentrating or exaggerated startle response

How do you overcome PTSD triggers?

The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.

What type of therapist is best for PTSD?

In most cases, a therapist who specializes in Trauma/PTSD therapy is the best type of mental health professional to address the symptoms of PTSD.

Is PTSD/trauma therapy conducted in person or online?

PTSD/trauma 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 should you go to therapy for PTSD?

If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.

How successful is therapy for PTSD?

The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.

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 Houston therapists and counselors accept 41 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Buist Byars and Taylor (Employers Health Network)

  • Children's Medical Group (Employers Health Network)

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Self-pay costs at Houston
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
★★★★★
So lucky to live at a time when therapy is more acceptable and encouraged rather than back in the day. I wish I would’ve reached out sooner. After a traumatic event, my life was spinning out of control. I now feel like I’m more equipped to manage the issues that arise.
Read more So lucky to live at a time when therapy is more acceptable and encouraged rather than back in the day. I wish I would’ve reached out sooner. After a traumatic event, my life was spinning out of control. I now feel like I’m more equipped to manage the issues that arise.
Christina Dec 2023
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Where to find us

Getting here

We share a building with EmbroidMe – NW Houston, as well as Atomic Skin and Superior Home Performance. We are directly across from SH-249 N.

Phone number

(210) 864-1420

Languages spoken by TX providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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