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Starting Treatment With a Psychologist

What are psychologists?

Psychologists are mental health professionals that provide psychotherapy services and diagnoses for their clients. They have more research-focused training than most therapists, as they are more medically educated and receive a more general education about therapeutic approaches and theory.

How do psychologists work?

Thriveworks psychologists in West Des Moines, IA provide standard psychotherapy services, tailoring treatment to each client and their unique concerns. However, they can also provide diagnoses to clients when appropriate, something that therapists and counselors cannot do. Finally, in some states in the U.S., they are allowed to prescribe medication.

Can I see a psychologist in person or online?

How long would I see a psychologist?

Psychological treatment at Thriveworks West Des Moines is very individualized and specific to each client, which means that the duration of treatment is often varied depending on a client’s condition or disorder, the state of their symptoms, and their specific goals.

Need more help deciding?

If it’s been some time since you’ve taken a tough assessment of your mental and emotional needs, it may be a good idea to enlist the help of a licensed mental health professional. Whether you’re going through a tough life transition or you’re struggling with symptoms of a mental health disorder, a psychologist can help you get your life back on track.

Our mental health professionals can assess your needs and devise a strategy that sets you up for emotional success. We all intend to take care of our physical and mental needs but sometimes we fall off along the way. When you’re ready to dust yourself off and get back up again, call us at Thriveworks in West Des Moines, IA. We can give you the support and encouragement you need to get going again.

What Specialty Areas Does a Psychologist Cover?

Everyone has their own share of problems. While the intensity of those problems may vary from person to person, the need to address them is universal. No matter how big or small your specific issue may be, a licensed psychologist can offer support and guidance.

Psychologists can help with a wide variety of issues, including:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship conflicts
  • Intimacy issues
  • Trauma
  • Grief or loss
  • Abuse
  • Divorce or separation
  • Difficult life transitions
  • Stress or anger management issues
  • Suicide and self-harm
  • Body image concerns
  • Personal growth and development

Your problem may be on this list or you may have an entirely different concern. Like many people, you may even have more than one area that needs attention. Whatever your situation may be, there’s no shame in reaching out for help. To get started, please reach out to our scheduling team at Thriveworks in West Des Moines, IA.

How Can a Psychologist Help?

When you first meet with a psychologist, they’ll work closely with you to identify the scope of your problem. They may ask you questions, review your medical history, and conduct psychological questionnaires to get to the bottom of your issues.

Once they have a better understanding of your symptoms and their impact on your life, your provider can develop a treatment plan that makes sense for you. Mental health treatment usually involves some sort of therapy, medication, or a combination of the two. If medication is right for you, your psychologist can coordinate with a Thriveworks psychiatrist to get you a prescription and monitor your dosage.

Psychology Appointments Are Available in West Des Moines, IA

We all need a little bit of help and support from time to time. Our doctors, teachers, personal trainers, friends, and family all contribute to our wellbeing in one way or another. Mental health professionals are here to do the same.

At Thriveworks, you can book with a licensed psychologist seven days a week, either remotely or at our West Des Moines office. If you call today, you may even be able to be seen as quickly as this week.

Ready to see what a licensed professional at Thriveworks in West Des Moines, IA can do for you? Connect with us today to set up your first appointment.

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 West Des Moines therapists and counselors accept 21 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Avera Health Plans

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP

  • JP Farley Corporation

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Self-pay costs at West Des Moines
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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4.5 Thriveworks West Des Moines reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Read more Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
Review left on Thriveworks.com

Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy West Des Moines is located at 7205 Vista Dr Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50266, near the Fairfield Inn & Suites and Kum & Go.

Phone number

(515) 219-4986

Languages spoken by IA providers

  • English
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