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Lakesha Mosley

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What is your go-to approach for child therapy?

My go-to approaches for helping kids in child therapy are CBT and REBT. I prefer encouraging self-reflection because it respects the individual child's thinking patterns and opens the door for CBT and future tracking.

What tools do you teach in child therapy?

I teach clients about:

  • Rationalizing emotions
  • Communication skills
  • Perspective development
  • CBT

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

I see progress when the client exhibits an improved state of being and better decision-making and coping skills.

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

Outside of therapy, clients can engage in developing hobbies and social skills.

What should someone do to prepare for starting child therapy?

Parents should teach their child about what therapy is and how it works in a way they will understand. This will make the process of building rapport with the client faster and easier.

Starting Child therapy in Richmond

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 Richmond.

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 Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA 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 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Richmond accept 30 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

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Self-pay costs at Richmond
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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Johanna listens very carefully to what I am saying and offers helpful insights. I've gotten a lot out of our sessions together.
Priscilla Sep 2025
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I have seen Mickey for years and she is the one thing keeping me here.
Austin Sep 2025
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I appreciate that connection that I've been able to establish with the provider. I also appreciate the sense of safety in being able to partake via telehealth (being in a safe space).
Timothy Sep 2025
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Great communication. Easy to talk to.helps me alot
Patricia Sep 2025
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My therapist has been incredibly patient, kind, professional, and willing to work with me through a lot of different issues. He introduced me to new therapy styles and using one modality in particular has been absolutely critical to my success. He's been flexible and accommodating with schedule changes and using zoom when needed, in addition to being professional and always ensuring I have what I need to help myself. I can't recommend Thriveworks enough!
Read more My therapist has been incredibly patient, kind, professional, and willing to work with me through a lot of different issues. He introduced me to new therapy styles and using one modality in particular has been absolutely critical to my success. He's been flexible and accommodating with schedule changes and using zoom when needed, in addition to being professional and always ensuring I have what I need to help myself. I can't recommend Thriveworks enough!
Mary Sep 2025
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I really needed to unload a lot of stuff today. Johanna listened and provided feedback I needed.
Mary Sep 2025
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I feel less 'crazy.' In general, Johanna has been great to chat through the anxieties of my life and troubleshoot healthy coping mechanisms while also feel validated.
Rachel Sep 2025
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I love how user friendly Thriveworks is. I've been seeing my provider for almost 2 years now and couldn't be more pleased with my experience
Kennedi Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond is located in the neighborhood of Newtowne West on W Broad St. We share a building with Silk Hair Studio and Milano Market. We’re also right next to Grace Park and only a few blocks away from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU).

Phone number

(804) 312-3118

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