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303,940 people sought individual therapy help in Florida in the last year

Discover how starting therapy with a individual can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Meet with a provider as soon as this week

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Carelon, +19 more
Domestic Abuse, Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Divorce / Breakup, +4 more

I have worked with clients from all walks of life.

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Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield, +3 more
Military / Veteran, Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +5 more

It is an honor to join you on this journey! I believe everyone deserves to feel whole and balanced both mentally and physically.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield, +4 more
Military / Veteran, Chronic Illness, Medical / Health Issues, Narcissism, LGBTQIA+, +19 more

Let me meet you where you are on your mental health journey and help you embrace growth!

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Carelon, Cigna | Evernorth, +18 more
Anger, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +10 more

Come as you are, and we will work together to overcome personal obstacles to improve overall well-being.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Carelon, Cigna | Evernorth, +19 more
LGBTQIA+, Self Esteem, Stress, Life Transition, Relationships, +3 more

As a woman who has gone through life changes myself I can understand how sometimes we need someone to share with who isn't going to be biased. I can o... As a woman who has gone through life changes myself I can understand how sometimes we need someone to share with who isn't going to be biased. I can offer my clinical ear and nonjudgmental presence to you. Read more

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Cigna | Evernorth, +16 more
Stress, Sexual Abuse, Relationships, Anxiety, Trauma / PTSD

Hear from our clinicians

What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

Karen: My approach to individual therapy starts with understanding what my client is experiencing and what has happened to them. Before unpacking the issues, I teach my client skills for managing thoughts and emotional intensity so they do not feel overwhelmed and flooded by their memories. I teach a lot of cognitive behavioral therapy skills and I utilize a lot of psychoeducation regarding behavior and why we do the things we do. I use body-mind therapies to treat trauma, PTSD, phobias, and emotional wounds. I am not a solution-focused therapist in the usual sense of the word, but I strongly encourage clients to become solution-focused in their thinking and choices.

Katherine: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is starting where they are. I enjoy working with individuals of all ages.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

Karen: Tools I teach in individual therapy include:

  • Coping/soothing skills: Includes breathing, muscle relaxation, music, movement, guided imagery, hypnosis (when requested), aromatherapy, and self-care.
  • Thought management skills: Skills to identify, challenge, and reconstruct inaccurate thoughts.
  • Emotional regulation skills: Managing emotional intensity through mental and physiological methods and mindfulness.
  • Stress management skills: Managing mental, emotional, and physiological reactions.
  • Self-care skills: Creating a self-care plan to enhance health in 5 major domains — physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social.
  • Interpersonal skills: Skills to recognize toxic dysfunctional behavior patterns and how to break free from them, boundaries, assertive communication skills, and skills for uncomfortable conversations.
  • Mind-body skills: Includes vagus nerve reset exercises, body movement, and sensory-focused skills such as identifying emotional strongholds in the body.
  • Trauma work: Includes talk therapy, rapid resolution therapy, accelerated resolution therapy (a form of EMDR), and rescripting (involves identifying unmet needs and rewriting the outcome).

Katherine: I use and teach a lot of coping skills.

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

Karen: I know a client is making meaningful progress when they have the energy and focus to engage in other activities. Many times I see their facial expressions begin to soften and they are noticing details previously overshadowed by the problem.

Katherine: I know that a client is making meaningful progress when small changes are being made in their lives.

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

Karen: Clients can enhance therapeutic progress between appointments by practicing the skills learned in sessions and reflecting on alternatives to their current perspective of the problems/issues being addressed in counseling. Self-help books can be a beneficial adjunct but are not a substitute for actual between-session practicing. It is the actual application of knowledge and skills that brings about change. It is also helpful to think about what to work on in session. As a therapist, I ask my clients what they want to work on or discuss. If they have no input, I have a skill ready for them to learn.

Katherine: Clients can supplement their time outside of therapy by journaling and doing mindful meditation.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

Karen: To make the most of your first session, please complete all requested paperwork and assessments in your portal. While we do not diagnose from assessments alone, your responses may clarify and provide additional information to help formulate your diagnosis and treatment plan. Be able to provide information about your other healthcare providers and the medications you have been prescribed. Many clients do not realize this information is important for the counselor to know. While therapists try to be on time for each appointment, especially with new clients, please be aware that a session previous to yours may run a few minutes over due to an urgent need. It never hurts to extend to others the same courtesy you might want in similar circumstances.

Katherine: To prepare for your first therapy session, make a list of some of the top issues you would like to see change in your life.

Starting Individual therapy

What is individual therapy?

Individual therapy, also known as individual-counseling, 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-counseling, 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 take most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

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 Tampa therapists and counselors accept 23 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Florida Blue | Medicare Advantage

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

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Self-pay costs at Tampa
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

5.0 Learn about verified reviews
★★★★★
Best therapy to offer from one of their therapist Breonna, she knows exactly how to fix things where it’s needed. Definitely would go back again
Read more Best therapy to offer from one of their therapist Breonna, she knows exactly how to fix things where it’s needed. Definitely would go back again
Chevoy Feb 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Awesome encouragement helping me with confirmation of decisions.
Debra Dec 2023
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
We adopted a little girl and she struggles with a lot of issues. Darlene identified her issues quickly and really gave our daughter some tools to help her communicate and process better. Darlene is a fantastic therapist/clinician, honest, realistic, and she genuinely cares about helping people.
Read more We adopted a little girl and she struggles with a lot of issues. Darlene identified her issues quickly and really gave our daughter some tools to help her communicate and process better. Darlene is a fantastic therapist/clinician, honest, realistic, and she genuinely cares about helping people.
Tampa Mar 2022
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Jill Burchenal is a caring and intelligent therapist who listens with both heart and mind. Because she is skilled and clearly empathetic, I highly recommend her to anyone seeking help. You won't regret taking making that call.
Read more Jill Burchenal is a caring and intelligent therapist who listens with both heart and mind. Because she is skilled and clearly empathetic, I highly recommend her to anyone seeking help. You won't regret taking making that call.
Tampa Sep 2020
Review left on Thriveworks.com

Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Tampa is located off of W Spruce St, just north of Interstate 275 and southeast of International Plaza and Bay Street. We currently share a building with FIVE Labs and Elevate, Inc., and are neighbored by Papi’s Cafe, LGC Hospitality, and Awake Activewear. The closest bus stop to us is Lois Av @ Spruce St.

Phone number

(813) 547-5120

Languages spoken by FL providers

  • Hindi
  • Urdu
  • English
  • Spanish
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Monday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:00pm

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