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Aetna, Ambetter from Pennsylvania Health and Wellness, AmeriHealth Administrators, +37 more
Coping Skills, Men’s Issues, Stress, Life Transition, Anxiety, +3 more

As a queer person, I understand the complexities and intersections of identities, and how they shape our worldview, experiences, and connections to ot... As a queer person, I understand the complexities and intersections of identities, and how they shape our worldview, experiences, and connections to others. Read more

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Coping Skills, Stress, Life Transition, Anxiety, Grief / Loss, +2 more

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Nathalie Hand

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What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is a person-centered approach. Everyone is so unique; I want to find out about you first. There are techniques, homework, and other ways to implement change, but if it doesn't fit in with what works for you, it won't be effective.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

I believe there are several steps that will help in the process of therapy. The first is to increase awareness of the issues going on in people's lives. To achieve this, one needs to look at the patterns that a person engages in. This can be done in a variety of ways, such as journaling, processing one incident deeply, tracking tools, etc. When there is awareness, then you need to move on to what is the impact of the issue. Is it really something that you want to change? The client has to be driving the bus on this one. I may personally think that something should change in someone's life, but if they don't, there cannot be any change. Finally, the client needs to learn new ways to manage and implement those changes. This is often the hardest step because there can be pushback from others in your life. This is part of the process to learn how to deal with that pushback.

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they tell me! It might be simple, but when they share any decrease in symptoms, progress in implementing the coping skills, or feeling more joy in their lives or increased hope in their future, I know there's progress.

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

Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by writing down ideas to talk about in therapy in order to try to remember what happened in the week. Everyone does this; there is so much going on in our lives that it's hard to remember what you did yesterday, let alone in a whole week. It helps to jot down some notes about what happened during the week.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can jot down questions or concerns you have about starting therapy. It is an overwhelming process to gather the energy to start therapy. I understand how it feels to have to talk to a stranger about what you are going through. It can be scary. I find that writing these thoughts and feelings down can help you gear up for the first session.

Starting Individual therapy

What is individual therapy?

Individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, 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.

How does individual therapy work?

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.

Can individual therapy help me?

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

Is individual therapy conducted in person or online?

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.

How long does individual therapy last?

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.

How much does individual 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia
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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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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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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They were pretty informative about anything I asked, and seemed to genuinely care about my wellbeing.
Peter Apr 2025
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Great ease of access and high quality of therapist
David Apr 2025
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What I appreciate most about my experience here is, I feel heard and I DONT feel alone. A big part of suffering with your mental health is the feeling that no one understands where you are.
Stacey Apr 2025
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My provider is skilled, understanding, and intelligent. She is down to earth and is able to help me discover and understand all aspects of my mental health.
Andrew Apr 2025
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I love Tracy Proctor. I feel like she tries to understand me and is patient and empathetic. I feel like she has the best interest at heart for me and my treatment plan.
Vanessa Apr 2025
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Sharon is fantastic
Nicholas Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Philadelphia is located off of Chestnut St, between the Delaware River and the Schuylkill River. We're within the Jefferson Building, next to The Gold Center and across the street from the Thompson Building. We are neighbored by About Face Skin Care, Group K Diagnostics, and Taco Bell. The closest bus stops to us are 11th St & Chestnut St and Chestnut St & 10th St.

Phone number

(215) 544-2163

Languages spoken by PA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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