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66,617 people sought depression counseling help in Pennsylvania in the last year

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

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Good news! We have 74 therapists in Pennsylvania available for an online or in-person session.

Starting Depression counseling

What can counseling do for those who suffer with depression?

Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in , PA will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.

Is it worth going to therapy for depression?

It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.

How does depression counseling work?

Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.

Signs of depression

Common signs of depression include:

  • Consistent low mood
  • Fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Oversleeping or difficulty sleeping
  • Changes in diet (eating much more or less)
  • Withdrawal and isolation
  • Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
  • Feelings of hopelessness
  • Loss of interest in previous hobbies or activities
  • Excessive substance use

Is depression counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks depression counseling in , PA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How often should you attend depression therapy sessions?

Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.

How much does depression counseling 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 therapists and counselors accept 40 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Pennsylvania Health and Wellness

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth Pennsylvania

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at
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
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how considerate they are with how i feel and how while they want to help, they dont want me to feel numb
Delia Apr 2025
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Was very helpful, but could have been more concise.
Deanne Apr 2025
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My provider was very attentive and let me talk in the frenzy state I was in. Looking forward to my next apt
Karly Apr 2025
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The scheduling and Zoom appointments are convenient. My therapist is professional and understanding.
Mae Apr 2025
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I like my provider very much I feel relaxed with her . I will be moving out of state next month and hope I can continue using thrive works in Wa.
Susan Apr 2025
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It's a safe and non-judgmental space. I feel I can share openly.
Karen Apr 2025
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Haley is helping me process life appropriately and helping me cope with my grieving, anxiety and depression. She's understanding when I am not ready to talk and I never feel judged when I open up.
Victoria Apr 2025
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Sarah provides valuable feedback, compassion and understanding. She listens intently and has provided me with a great toolbox of skills that I can take with me always.. I look forward to our sessions every time and always come away feeling better and hopeful. Often there are some stressors in life that we cannot change but with Sarah's help now I have skills to manage, cope and even find joy.
Read more Sarah provides valuable feedback, compassion and understanding. She listens intently and has provided me with a great toolbox of skills that I can take with me always.. I look forward to our sessions every time and always come away feeling better and hopeful. Often there are some stressors in life that we cannot change but with Sarah's help now I have skills to manage, cope and even find joy.
Aida Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Phone number

(717) 409-6294

Languages spoken by PA providers

  • Russian
  • Japanese
  • Spanish
  • English
  • French
  • Filipino

Support Hours

Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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