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I can appreciate the value of helping others to recover from mental health challenges and strive to improve their overall quality of life

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I am a Black woman who understands the unique challenges that Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color can face when navigating work, scho... I am a Black woman who understands the unique challenges that Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color can face when navigating work, school, health systems, and even social spaces. Read more

Starting Treatment With a Psychologist

What are psychologists?

Psychologists are mental health professionals that provide psychotherapy services and diagnoses for their clients. They have more research-focused training than most therapists, as they are more medically educated and receive a more general education about therapeutic approaches and theory.

How do psychologists work?

Thriveworks psychologists in Joliet, IL provide standard psychotherapy services, tailoring treatment to each client and their unique concerns. However, they can also provide diagnoses to clients when appropriate, something that therapists and counselors cannot do. Finally, in some states in the U.S., they are allowed to prescribe medication.

How long would I see a psychologist?

Psychological treatment at Thriveworks Joliet is very individualized and specific to each client, which means that the duration of treatment is often varied depending on a client’s condition or disorder, the state of their symptoms, and their specific goals.

Need more help deciding?

The licensed psychologists at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL are extensively trained in the arts of supporting and listening. They have the skills to tailor their therapeutic approaches to unique individuals, learning about their clients as they progress. Psychologists and clients work in collaboration to find answers to life’s urgent questions and issues, and to help clients find the strength within themselves to achieve their goals.

Uninsured residents of Joliet can access Thriveworks’ mental health services here, while residents with insurance can schedule an appointment here (where any out-of-pocket expenses will be covered).

How Does Psychotherapy Work?

Psychotherapy works through a variety of theoretical approaches, or modalities. Many of today’s psychologists begin with a client-centered approach, asking themselves what will best serve their client’s needs. Often a client will begin the process of psychotherapy at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL with a particular problem that needs solving, but not always. Psychologists can help solve problems and address issues through a wide variety of modalities, including the following:

  • Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
  • Trauma-focused CBT
  • Motivational interviewing 
  • Cognitive processing therapy (CPT)
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Mindfulness-based interventions
  • Strength-based interventions
  • Gestalt therapy
  • Person-centered therapy
  • Stress management
  • Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Play therapy
  • Art therapy

Psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors may use a blend of different approaches, depending on what will best help the client. 

How Can Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Improve Mental Health?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most popular and effective evidence-based treatments available to Thriveworks clients. CBT helps people address the underlying thoughts and beliefs behind their behaviors. By identifying these thinking patterns, clients can start the process of modifying them in healthy ways. CBT can help with a wide variety of problematic behaviors and issues, from relationship problems to anxiety to depression. Countless people have reaped the rewards of their clinical experience with CBT. 

Is It Common to Get Mental Health Treatment?

We all have problems that need solving. We all experience difficult life transitions. We all have our moments of upset and unhappiness. And sometimes it turns out that the happiest people that you know are so happy, in part, because they routinely see a therapist! The services of psychologists and other mental health professionals can often be preventative medicine, i.e., they help give people the coping skills to deal with issues as they arise. So yes, “normal” people can benefit from therapy. You do not need to be suffering from an acute problem, a mental illness, or trauma to find wisdom and solace in therapy at Thriveworks.

Talk to a Licensed Psychologist Today at Thriveworks in Joliet, IL

You can call the Thriveworks office today and get started with a licensed psychologist. Uninsured residents can access Thriveworks’ mental health services here, while residents with insurance can schedule an appointment here (where any out-of-pocket expenses will be covered).

We offer evening and weekend sessions and same-week appointments, accept most major insurances, and offer additional benefits to our clients.

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 Joliet therapists and counselors accept 21 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners IPA

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners Kane County

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | HMO - Essential Health Partners Silver Cross

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois BCBS | PPO

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Joliet
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 heard about Thriveworks through a google search. I appreciate the ease of scheduling appointments.
Daniel Apr 2025
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Therapist work well with you on, and your health conditions. Always caring and attentive to your recovering health.
Fredy Apr 2025
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Nancy, is phenomenal. She is the best. I didn't think therapy would be for me but she has made it the best experience and the best at what she does.
Eric Apr 2025
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I appreciated the website's provider search, listing counseling specialties. Ease of appointment scheduling, wellness assessments, and my counseling dynamic.
Dana Apr 2025
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It's a safe place
Jose Apr 2025
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I like how my therapist interacts with me and I think she is an excellent therapist
Ariah Apr 2025
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The provider I saw was very caring, professional and very prepared to help me with my mental health problem..
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Joliet is located on Essington Rd., in the Silver Cross Professional Building. This building is right near Rock Run Trail.

Phone number

(779) 243-5677

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