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4,021 people sought individual therapy help at San Jose in the last year

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Elizabeth Walker

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What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

My go-to for helping people in individual therapy is to create a safe environment where clients feel seen and understood. I find the best benefit in psychodynamic and attachment theory-based therapy with DBT (to include distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and mindfulness) because exploring our past and relationships can bring awareness and relief.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

I teach awareness, mindfulness, and recognition of how the past influences current behaviors and beliefs. I help clients see there are ways to create well-being in adulthood and decrease depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and more.

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 there is a sense of lightness and relief in the client. It will be apparent to clients with a decrease in symptoms and increased self-worth.

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

Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy with self-care and staying present.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can just show up.

Individual therapy FAQs

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 insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in San Jose accept 37 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California | BCBS

  • Blue Shield of California | Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at San Jose
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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Where to find us

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Address

2025 Forest Ave Suite 5
San Jose, CA 95128

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry San Jose is located near Forest Ave and O'Connor Dr, off I-880. It is a short distance from Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and near the Rose Garden.

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Phone number

(669) 238-4947
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Languages spoken by CA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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Hours

Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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