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My focus is on YOU – the client. We will work together on the issues and topics that are important for your own personal change an...
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My focus is on YOU – the client. We will work together on the issues and topics that are important for your own personal change and growth.
John is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and a board-certified National Certified Counselor (NCC). John completed his undergraduate work at Wayland Baptist University in Plainview, Texas in 2003 and received his Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Texas in San Antonio in 2012. John has worked in the field of mental health, substance use, and lifestyle recovery for over 20 years. He is a highly skilled and trained therapist, with experience working with children and their families, adolescents, couples, and social relationships. He specializes in mood disorders, conflict resolution, relationship issues, anger management, adjustment disorders, self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, emotional disturbances, dual diagnosis, stress management, substance use disorders, addiction, and recovery. He has a background in the non-profit and governmental sectors, and has a focus on wellness and mindfulness, with a holistic approach to therapy.
John completed his Master of Arts degree in Community Counseling at the University of Texas in San Antonio, Texas. John has extensive knowledge and experience working in the field of outpatient services and inpatient treatment. He provides counseling and group therapy for individuals, couples, adolescents, and children. His extensive knowledge of modern methods and techniques of counseling psychotherapy includes cognitive behavioral therapy, REBT, reality therapy, gestalt therapy, client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. John has worked with a wide range of psychotherapeutic methods specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-based focused therapy, motivational interviewing, client-centered therapy, relaxation techniques, integrative therapy, and talk therapy in working with individuals, couples, and families.
I truly believe in the power of change. Let's make the change together for a better life.
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I am a passionate about helping you navigate challenges by fostering understanding and empathy....
I am a passionate about helping you navigate challenges by fostering understanding and empathy.
Sara Wolf is a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate, being supervised by Christopher Hansen LPC-S, with a year’s worth of experience working with victims of crime, helping them work through PTSD, anxiety, depression, and grief. She is passionate about assisting children, adolescents, adults, and couples to navigate changes in life, self-esteem, and mental stress.
Sara received her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas A&M University - Kingsville. She utilizes integrative therapy, narrative therapy, and person-centered therapy. Sara likes to use activities to help clients see the growth and changes that they have made.
Sara creates a safe space for individuals seeking support. With a focus on empathy and personal growth, she invites you to embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Reach out to explore the possibilities of a brighter tomorrow.
I’m passionate about supporting individuals and families in my community, drawing on my experience with trauma and perinatal menta...
I’m passionate about supporting individuals and families in my community, drawing on my experience with trauma and perinatal mental health to create a compassionate, empowering space for healing and growth.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience serving individuals and families across Texas. I specialize in providing bilingual services in English and Spanish, offering a culturally responsive approach that values family, community, and personal identity. I have worked in community mental health, inpatient, and outpatient settings, helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions with compassion and professionalism.
I earned my Master’s in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. I also hold a Bachelor’s in Rehabilitative Services. My background in rehabilitation and counseling allows me to integrate empathy, structure, and strength-based strategies to support each client’s growth and healing journey.
In our sessions, you can expect empathy, respect, and collaboration as we work together toward positive change. My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, validated, and supported while building resilience and confidence to live a more balanced and fulfilling life.
During our therapy session, you will encounter a warm-hearted, empathetic, inquisitive, and attentive therapist eager to understan...
During our therapy session, you will encounter a warm-hearted, empathetic, inquisitive, and attentive therapist eager to understand more about you.
Christine Fatherree, LCSW, brings over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, working in a variety of roles to support adult clients seeking growth, healing, and clarity. She is deeply committed to helping individuals explore their concerns and make meaningful changes in their lives.
Christine works with adults experiencing depression, grief, life transitions, and trauma (though not military-related trauma). She understands that beginning therapy often starts with important questions—and that exploring those questions can lead to real transformation. Her therapeutic approach is tailored to each client’s needs, drawing from a range of evidence-based practices including traditional Talk Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
(EMDR). This flexible approach allows Christine to offer personalized support that meets you where you are.
Christine is genuinely curious about your story and provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore both your inner world and life circumstances. While therapy can be challenging, it can also bring moments of insight, relief, and even humor.
If you’re ready to begin the process of change, Christine is here to support you. Schedule an appointment when you’re ready to take the next step.
I strive to continuously help clients with this unique journey we call life, and provide a client-centered approach in my practice...
I strive to continuously help clients with this unique journey we call life, and provide a client-centered approach in my practice with all clients.
Christopher Rodriguez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. He is passionate about helping individuals, adolescents, and couples to better cope with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, life management issues, and more.
Chris completed his Master's degree in Psychology at Brandman University. He is a Veteran of the United States Navy with experience in identifying issues and treating a wide range of conditions, in combination with experience in case management, mental health court, and individuals with severe mental health diagnoses. Chris utilizes an eclectic and holistic approach to include a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), motivational interviewing, and the Gottman method.
Everyone is on a unique journey in this life which can come with certain obstacles at times. If you are reading this, chances are you may be struggling with issues or may just need some guidance with your thoughts. Chris can help support you in your journey and give you the tools needed to live a more fulfilled life.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is CBT. I see the best benefit in CBT because you are able to work with individuals on all aspects such as thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and this is a technique that I feel covers most issues.
I teach about the following tools and habits in individual therapy: cognitive distortions, coping skills, irrational thoughts, mood diaries, and reframing thoughts.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they are able to give me examples of how they are incorporating the tools learned in session but also from the way they present themselves.
Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by reading books, writing what they feel, and keeping a mood journal.
To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can make sure you have an idea of what you want to talk about, such as 3 bullet points of your goals in 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.
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.
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