Question 1

What is individual therapy?

Accepted Answer

Individual therapy, also known as  individual-counseling, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.

Question 2

How does individual therapy work?

Accepted Answer

Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.

Question 3

Can individual therapy help me?

Accepted Answer

Yes, individual therapy, also known as  individual-counseling, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.

Question 4

Is individual therapy conducted in person or online?

Accepted Answer

Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via  Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

Question 5

How long does individual therapy last?

Accepted Answer

The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.

Question 6

How much does individual therapy cost?

Accepted Answer

At Thriveworks, we take most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

Question 7

What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

Accepted Answer

Starting with a new client is a crucial moment for establishing trust and rapport. Here are some steps a therapist might consider: Warm welcome: Begin with a warm and welcoming greeting. Make the client feel comfortable and valued from the moment they enter your office or connect with you online., Introduction: Introduce yourself and briefly explain your role as a therapist. This can help clarify expectations and establish boundaries from the outset., Exploration of goals: Taking time to explore the client's goals and reasons for seeking therapy. Understanding what they hope to achieve can guide the therapist's approach and help tailor therapy to the client's needs., Establishing rapport: Building rapport is essential for a successful therapeutic relationship. Take the time to listen actively, show empathy, and validate the client's experiences and emotions., Assessment: Conducting an initial assessment to gather relevant information about the client's history, current situation, and any specific challenges they may be facing. This can help inform your treatment plan and approach., Setting expectations: Clarifying what clients can expect from therapy, including the frequency and duration of sessions, confidentiality, and any other relevant policies or procedures., Collaborative approach: Emphasizing that therapy is a collaborative process where both the therapist and the client work together towards the client's goals. Encourage open communication and feedback throughout the therapeutic journey., Addressing concerns: Allowing space for clients to ask questions or express any concerns they may have about therapy. Addressing these early on can help alleviate any apprehensions and build trust., Creating a safe space: Creating a safe and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves openly and honestly., Ending on a positive note: Ending the first session on a positive note, reaffirming your commitment to supporting the client and working together towards positive change.

Question 8

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

Accepted Answer

I teach the following tools: Self-awareness: Self-awareness is the ability to recognize and understand one's own thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and tendencies. It involves being conscious of your strengths, weaknesses, values, beliefs, and emotions, and how they influence your actions and interactions with others., Emotional self-regulation: Emotional self-regulation refers to the ability to manage and control one's own emotions effectively. It involves recognizing and understanding emotions as they arise, then using strategies to regulate or modulate those emotions in order to respond to situations in a constructive and adaptive manner., Improved motivation: Improved motivation refers to an increase in the drive, energy, and commitment to pursue and achieve goals. This can involve setting clear objectives, finding purpose and meaning in one's actions, overcoming obstacles and setbacks, and maintaining focus and persistence in the face of challenges., Relationship and communication skills: Relationship and communication skills are the abilities that help individuals effectively interact with others in a variety of interpersonal contexts. This includes skills such as active listening, empathy, assertiveness, conflict resolution, negotiation, and nonverbal communication. Strong relationship and communication skills are essential for building and maintaining healthy, fulfilling relationships with others., Setting healthy boundaries: Setting healthy boundaries involves establishing clear and appropriate limits in relationships and interactions with others. This includes setting limits on how others can behave towards you, as well as defining your own boundaries in terms of what behaviors and treatment you will and will not accept. Healthy boundaries help maintain self-respect, protect against exploitation or manipulation, and foster mutual respect and understanding in relationships., Gratitude mindset: A gratitude mindset is an attitude or perspective characterized by a focus on recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of life, even in the face of challenges or adversity. It involves cultivating a sense of gratitude for the blessings, opportunities, and experiences in one's life, and actively acknowledging and expressing appreciation for them. A gratitude mindset can promote resilience, happiness, and overall well-being.

Question 9

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy?

Accepted Answer

Progress cannot be measured along a singular metric. I know a client is making progress when they are reliably self-reflective, approach the same challenges with less distress, and have a feeling of personal mastery. Progress in therapy can also be assessed using a self-report inventory, such as the Beck Depression Inventory, the PHQ-9, or a similar inventory.

Question 10

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement individual therapy?

Accepted Answer

Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by journaling. So often, the most pressing or insightful reflections occur outside of therapy sessions. Referencing a journal can also help to organize and make a session most productive by providing a list of topics, concerns, thoughts, or feelings to process with the clinician.

Question 11

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

Accepted Answer

To prepare for your first individual therapy session, compose a list of problems, symptoms, and concerns as you see them. It is also helpful to write a list of questions for your therapist. Don't rely on your memory alone, as anxiety related to your first session might lead you to forget.

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Common approaches to Individual therapy

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

Christian counseling

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

EMDR therapy

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT)

Humanistic therapy

Motivational interviewing

Person-centered therapy (PCT)

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Pricing & insurance

Insurance options

Self-pay costs

Our Philadelphia therapists and counselors accept 43 insurance plans

Aetna

Ambetter from Pennsylvania Health and Wellness

AmeriHealth Administrators

AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

AmeriHealth Pennsylvania

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS Medicare Advantage

Carelon

Cigna | Evernorth

Cigna | Evernorth EAP

Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

Compsych

First Health Network

Geisinger Health Plan

Geisinger Health Plan Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania Exchange

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania | Medicare Advantage

Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Pennsylvania | PPO - HMO

Humana Exchange

Humana HMO/POS

Humana Medicare Advantage

Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP

Independence Administrators

Independence Blue Cross | BCBS

Independence Blue Exchange

JP Farley Corporation

Keystone 65 Medicare Advantage

Keystone Health Plan East (CHIP)

Keystone Health Plan East HMO | POS

Martin's Point (US Family Health Plans)

Martins Point (Generations Advantage Medicare Advantage)

Medicare PA

Multi Plan PHCS

Oscar Health

Personal Choice 65 Medicare

Personal Choice PPO | EPO

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

Tricare East | Out of Network Provider

Tricare West

UPMC

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum EAP

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