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I lost my brother to suicide, so I know how disorienting grief can be, and I help people face hard things honestly....
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I lost my brother to suicide, so I know how disorienting grief can be, and I help people face hard things honestly.
I’m a licensed therapist with 13 years of clinical experience, and I work with adults dealing with anxiety, grief, relationship stress, parenting stress, and major life transitions. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, worn down, stuck, or disconnected, even if they look like they’re holding it together on the outside. They’ve often been carrying a lot alone, and therapy gives them a place to talk honestly, make sense of things, and begin to move forward.
My approach is warm, honest, and collaborative. I help clients make sense of what they’re feeling, notice the patterns that keep them stuck, and take practical steps toward change. I use CBT and motivational interviewing to help people respond in healthier ways, communicate more honestly, and feel more like themselves again.
Starting therapy can feel hard, especially when you’ve been carrying a lot by yourself. You don’t have to do that alone. If you’re ready, I invite you to schedule an appointment. I’d be glad to walk with you as you begin to work through the challenges you’re facing and move forward.
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My approach to helping people in individual therapy is eclectic, as every person's needs are different and can be met with many different approaches. Individual therapy is a joint process and unbiased based on open communication within a supportive setting. I prefer to use a variety of styles and creativity to help one navigate their personal journey, such as visuals, handouts, and book recommendations. When I work with children and teens, I like to use play therapy, creative arts, and visual modalities such as media and whiteboard if using telehealth.
I teach the following tools in individual therapy:
Progress in therapy is more than just a feeling; it is about behavioral and well-being changes, such as an increased positive mood, fewer symptoms of conditions such as depression, having better ways to manage anxiety or triggers, adjusting goals and objectives, or feedback in sessions; you will be more aware of your feelings, emotions, actions, and decisions as you live your life.
In between sessions, I encourage and stress the importance of self-care, attending groups, nature therapy, using writing as an outlet, and reading specific articles to help provide support around concerns clients are presenting with in therapy.
To prepare for your first individual session, you can congratulate yourself for taking steps to continue to be the best version of you! Determine the reasons for seeking or your purpose for starting therapy. Don’t be too worried about knowing what to say, as you will be able to provide insight during the intake process. Dress for comfort, don't be afraid to ask your therapist questions, understand you may become emotional and cry, and prepare time before and after your session to process and relieve unnecessary stress.
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.
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.
Yes, individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
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.
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.
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.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Philadelphia Counseling and Life Coaching is located near the intersection of Walnut Street and S 15th Street, off I-676. It is right by Rittenhouse Square, 15/16th & Locust St subway station, and Philadelphia City Hall. The office is in a historic, high-rise stone building with a gold eagle over the front doors; enter through the main lobby to access Suite 202 or Suite 208.
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