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1,106 people sought child therapy help in Tennessee in the last year

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What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks Memphis.

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in Memphis, TN have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in Memphis, TN is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child 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 does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

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 Memphis therapists and counselors accept 23 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Program

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Program

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Medicare Advantage

  • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee | BCBS

  • Cigna Metro National Public Schools (MNPS)

  • 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 Memphis
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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Brian is a safe place for me to talk when nothing else around me feels safe! I wish I would have started therapy years ago!
Andrea Apr 2025
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I love the attention given to my thoughts/ feelings.
Patrice Apr 2025
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She is absolutely a joy to speak with and is so supportive. Her encouragement and ability to really understand me, as a person, is phenomenal. I greatly appreciate my counseling sessions.
Britina Apr 2025
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The whole experience is always pleasant. My therapist is very thoughtful and mindful.
Lindsay Apr 2025
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I have been with Thriveworks for almost 2 and half years! It's been a wonderful experience, and looking forward to the future!
Michelle Apr 2025
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Whitney is really easy to talk to. I can be myself and know everything will be OK. We laugh a lot.
Johanna Apr 2025
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Brian actually talks and gives advice that's very helpful to me. He really listens.
Teresa Apr 2025
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My times with Valerie McKinney have encouraged and strengthened me in my day to day struggles. She is calm and soothing when my life seems out of control. Her faith is strong, and her reminders of God's presence in all circumstances have helped me to be more aware that I am not alone in any situation. She is not afraid too speak the truth to me about my situation, but does so in a kind and compassionate manner. The ability to meet with her online has been a life changer, and whatever system was used to match me to her was awesome. Her age and experience were just what I was looking for in a world of Barbie like counselors!
Read more My times with Valerie McKinney have encouraged and strengthened me in my day to day struggles. She is calm and soothing when my life seems out of control. Her faith is strong, and her reminders of God's presence in all circumstances have helped me to be more aware that I am not alone in any situation. She is not afraid too speak the truth to me about my situation, but does so in a kind and compassionate manner. The ability to meet with her online has been a life changer, and whatever system was used to match me to her was awesome. Her age and experience were just what I was looking for in a world of Barbie like counselors!
Sandra Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Memphis is located at 254 Court Ave Suite 110, Memphis, TN 38103, at the intersection of N. 4th Street.

Phone number

(901) 499-3155

Languages spoken by TN providers

  • English
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