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8,782 people sought online therapy help in Maryland in the last year

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

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Good news! We have 15 therapists in Maryland available for an online or in-person session.

Starting Online therapy

What is online therapy?

With Thriveworks, Online therapy is an effective alternative to in-person therapy services in which a client can speak to a Thriveworks therapist remotely via online video conferencing. Online sessions are just as effective as in-person treatment, but they can also provide added benefits like reduced travel time, saving money on transportation or childcare, and increased access to care.

How does online therapy work?

Online therapy works much like traditional in-person therapy but takes place through secure video conferencing. Clients can attend Online therapy from any safe place they choose that has access to the internet, whether that be their home or another easily accessible place. Like in-person treatment, a therapist will work with their client to address their concerns, create goals, and establish an effective treatment plan.

What is the best option for online therapy?

There is no best option for online therapy—instead, it’s best to focus on finding a provider that meets your specific needs and with whom you can form a professional connection with.

Is online therapy just as effective?

Yes, online therapy is just as effetive for many clients as in-person sessions.

How long does online therapy last?

Online therapy can last for a few months to years depending on the goals and symptoms of the client. The treatment process will be unique to each client and lend itself to their specific concerns, which means that the time it takes to treat them will always be different. Timing is also up to the client themselves; they are free to stop therapy whenever they please, especially if they feel they have reached their goals and addressed their concerns.

How much does online 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.

Need more help deciding?

Some days are harder than others and you can feel stretched so thin that you don’t know how you could possibly take on anything else. While you want to get the help you need, you just don’t feel like it’s possible. If only there was an option to get high-quality counseling from your home, office, or even care. Guess what? You can.

Thriveworks Towson Counseling offers online counseling which allows you to work with your therapist without even having to leave your home. You can make the same meaningful progress with a skilled, experienced mental health professional over the phone or video chat.

Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths. –Etty Hillesum

If you have been searching for mental health services in Towson, consider working with an online counselor at Thriveworks Towson, MD. Many of our clients feel that online therapy sessions are the way to go because of its many different benefits. Whether you are battling a mental illness, need some help coping with stress, or just need some help working through the everyday challenges of life, our therapists can help. Reach out today to start your journey to a better way of living.

Why You Should Choose Online Counseling

Like we briefly mentioned before, we understand that life can be hectic and full of ups and downs. However, that doesn’t mean that your mental health should be put on hold because of this. Whether you have a crazy busy schedule or just have a hard time getting out of the house some days, online counseling can be a great asset. Our counselors, psychologists, therapists, and coaches have the training, education, and experience in a multitude of fields and can help you with the challenge you are facing. Here are just a few of the different services we offer our clients through teletherapy:

Child Therapy, Couples Counseling, Marriage Therapy, Anxiety Therapy, Depression Therapy, Stress Management, Life Coaching, Anger Management, Addiction and/or Substance Abuse Counseling, Grief Counseling, Trauma and PTSD Counseling, Family Therapy, Career Counseling  

In addition to being able to help our clients work through a myriad of challenges that life brings, online therapy has several other benefits. Not only can you choose between telephone counseling or video chat counseling, but you can also experience:

  • Added comfort: Aside from being able to speak with your counselor from the comfort of your own home, many of our clients find that speaking with a therapist virtually allows them to open up in new ways. The added pressure of being in-person is eliminated.
  • Greater convenience: Wish you could talk to your therapist in the car on the way home from work? No problem. Going on vacation to see your family but don’t want to miss your session? You don’t have to! Want to talk to your therapist on the weekend when you don’t have work? You’ve got it. Thriveworks Towson’s online counseling allows you to speak with your provider from wherever, and almost whenever you need.
  • Reliability: You won’t have to worry about poor weather, bad traffic, or feeling sick when you choose online counseling. Outside, uncontrollable factors don’t affect your appointment! However, if you do need to reschedule, we have great options for that as well.

If these benefits entice you and you want to experience them for yourself, just reach out to our office. We’re here and ready to help.

How Does Online Counseling Work?

There isn’t a huge difference between online counseling and in-person counseling in terms of quality of care and progress to be made. The main, and maybe only difference between the two options is online counseling is, well, online. When you start your sessions with your therapist, they will perform an assessment to gauge what your needs, concerns, and goals are. With the information they gather, they will create a customized plan of action tailored to your specifics. They will also use a variety of different methods, techniques, and tools to help you make progress and manage your symptoms.

You’ll be able to choose between telephone counseling and video chat counseling. If you aren’t sure of which option to choose, we recommend trying out both options to see what fits your needs best. Regardless, know that you are in the hands of a caring, dedicated, and highly-skilled mental health professional who is ready to put your needs first.

Start a Relationship with an Online Counselor at Thriveworks Towson, MD  

If you are facing a challenge or obstacle in your life that is holding you back from living the life you not only want, but deserve, consider working with one of our counselors at Thriveworks Towson, MD. We are here and ready to help you create a happier, more successful life.

To schedule your first online counseling session, give us a call and one of our scheduling specialists will help you find a time that best fits your schedule. We also do not operate with a waitlist, so you won’t have to worry about waiting day, even weeks, to speak with your psychologist. In fact, we can often get our first-time clients into their first session within 24 hours of their initial call.

Let us walk with you on this journey to bettering your mental health. We can’t wait to hear from you.

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 Towson therapists and counselors accept 21 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS PPO

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Towson
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 Thriveworks Towson reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Karen Osborne has been great to work with. She listens and provides good care. I highly recommend her and Thriveworks! Thank you.
Read more Karen Osborne has been great to work with. She listens and provides good care. I highly recommend her and Thriveworks! Thank you.
Towson Oct 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
I worked with Karen Osborn pNP for multiple years and I admire her commitment to her patients and peer staff.
Read more I worked with Karen Osborn pNP for multiple years and I admire her commitment to her patients and peer staff.
Towson Oct 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Karen Osborne is amazing ! Listened and heard to everything I had to share. I felt easy to share. She analyzed and explained. She is a very professional and kind person. She made me feel like I was worthy of more and then, she went one step further and walked me through the process of my recovery. Not everyone can be so lucky to say the same.
Read more Karen Osborne is amazing ! Listened and heard to everything I had to share. I felt easy to share. She analyzed and explained. She is a very professional and kind person. She made me feel like I was worthy of more and then, she went one step further and walked me through the process of my recovery. Not everyone can be so lucky to say the same.
Towson Sep 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Karen Osborne is knowledgeable, compassionate, caring, kind and very intelligent. If you want a provider who listens to you and partners with you on your care, she is the one to see. I appreciated her intelligent and thoughtful approach. A true professional.
Read more Karen Osborne is knowledgeable, compassionate, caring, kind and very intelligent. If you want a provider who listens to you and partners with you on your care, she is the one to see. I appreciated her intelligent and thoughtful approach. A true professional.
Towson Sep 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com

Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Townson is near the corner of York Road and West Road. Near the BMW of Towson and River Church Baltimore, our office building is shared with General Practitioner, Christine Klass, and a few other businesses.

Phone number

(410) 709-7380

Languages spoken by MD providers

  • English
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