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What is holistic counseling?

Holistic counseling with our therapists in West Hartford, CT is an inclusive therapeutic method that embraces the interconnected nature of an individual’s mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. It regards each person as a complete entity, recognizing the significance of their emotional, mental, and physical aspects along with their spiritual dimension. Holistic counselors are dedicated to pinpointing and addressing the underlying sources of mental and emotional difficulties, taking into consideration various factors like lifestyle, nutrition, stress triggers, and belief systems.

How does holistic counseling work?

Our holistic counseling therapists integrate a diverse range of supplementary therapies, mindfulness practices, and self-awareness strategies to facilitate healing, personal development, and harmony in your life, fostering an overall sense of completeness and robust health. Holistic counselors are dedicated to pinpointing and addressing the underlying sources of mental and emotional difficulties, taking into consideration various factors like lifestyle, nutrition, stress triggers, and belief systems.

Is holistic counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks holistic counseling in West Hartford, CT is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does holistic counseling last?

The number of holistic counseling sessions needed can range from a few sessions to several months, depending on the individual’s specific requirements and therapeutic goals. The duration and frequency of counseling sessions are typically established in collaboration with the therapist, allowing for personalized and goal-driven holistic treatment.

Need more help deciding?

Trends are changing. People aren’t just looking for the traditional therapy types anymore, they’re interested in other approaches to therapy that consider one’s full being: meaning their physical, emotional, and spiritual selves. Holistic counseling uses methods to heal their clients psychologically as well as physically. Research shows that this form of therapy proves to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and remedy other mental health problems.

“A healer is someone who creates a safe and sacred space from which healing can take place.” –Dr. Linda Lee

Holistic counseling can vary greatly from person to person, depending on their unique needs, goals, and preferences in therapy. One might be interested in hypnosis, yoga therapy, meditation, walking therapy, or another approach. In any instance, a holistic counselor at Thriveworks in West Hartford can help you heal in your entirety.

If you are in Hartford County or the surrounding area, consider working with a holistic counselor today. We want to help you align your mind, body, and spirit. And find the harmony that you are searching for. To schedule your appointment, simply call (860) 553-3374. Our scheduling specialists will be ready to help you secure your session, which could be as soon as tomorrow! We also provide flexible scheduling options, which include evening and weekend sessions. Just let us know what day and time works for you! Our holistic counselors are ready to get to work.

What Is Holistic Counseling?

Holistic counseling considers our physical, emotional, and spiritual selves. It is a form of therapy that helps people heal by taking each of these states of being as well as an individual’s experiences into consideration to design treatment. This is different from traditional counseling and therapy methods, which focus on the psychological effects of issues and behaviors.

The holistic counselors at Thriveworks in West Hartford, CT have the proper licensure and accreditation to conduct therapy using this holistic approach. As we just touched on, these professionals will consider physical as well as spiritual components, which are not typically brought into the traditional therapy approaches:

  1. Physical components: Your Thriveworks West Hartford holistic counselor will look at your symptoms and issues that you bring to therapy and consider how your physical self is involved. The goal here is to create a sense of physical wellbeing. This might involve energy healing, yoga, massage techniques, or acupuncture.
  2. Spiritual components: Holistic counselors work from the basis that the human spirit is involved in mind, body, and soul healing. They might also have varying religious beliefs. In any case, they will often choose to incorporate a generalized spiritual involvement.

If you’re interested in exploring holistic counseling and its many benefits, reach out to Thriveworks. We can set you up with a counselor who can guide you on this physical, emotional, and spiritual journey as soon as today or tomorrow.

How Can Holistic Counseling Help Me? What Are Holistic Counseling Practices?

Holistic counseling is typically a self-guided therapy. Your Thriveworks holistic counselor’s job is to help you heal and find harmony between every important aspect of your being. They might guide you in the following practices:

  • Yoga therapy
  • Art therapy
  • Walking therapy
  • Mindfulness meditation
  • Breathwork
  • Guided imagery
  • Journaling
  • Talk therapy
  • Spiritual counseling

These are only a few of the practices utilized in holistic counseling. If you are interested in any of the above, consider working with a holistic counselor at Thriveworks Counseling in West Hartford, CT. These professionals are able to help their clients work through a wide range of issues using techniques in holistic counseling, from mental illness like anxiety to relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief and loss, and more.

Work with a Holistic Counselor at Thriveworks in West Hartford, CT

You might be wondering, “Is holistic counseling for me?” Especially if you’ve never engaged in any of the above practices like yoga or mindfulness meditation. But that’s okay! Holistic counseling prioritizes acceptance. And regardless of your history or where you stand currently, holistic counseling will help you find success and get to where you want to be.

If you are interested in working with a holistic counselor, reach out to our office. You can easily schedule an appointment by calling and speaking with our scheduling team at (860) 553-3374. We look forward to meeting you and helping you find harmony.

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 Hartford therapists and counselors accept 26 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Connecticut | BCBS

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Connecticut Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Connecticare

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

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Self-pay costs at West Hartford
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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I couldn’t be more pleased with the help Tracy Saucier has given me! She is so kind, compassionate and a great listener.
Read more I couldn’t be more pleased with the help Tracy Saucier has given me! She is so kind, compassionate and a great listener.
Jane Feb 2024
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I love the format of telehealth in the evening. At a time where it's so challenging to find Psychiatrists, Thriveworks has been so easy to work with. And Ericka is lovely; easy to work with, easy to talk to, trustworthy, and very helpful.
Read more I love the format of telehealth in the evening. At a time where it's so challenging to find Psychiatrists, Thriveworks has been so easy to work with. And Ericka is lovely; easy to work with, easy to talk to, trustworthy, and very helpful.
Elizabeth Feb 2024
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I feel very comfortable talking with my therapist Jill about things that have been taking up room in my mind. She helps me find tools to cope with PTSD, anxieties & depression. I know I have a while to go but I am seeing progress due to our sessions.
Read more I feel very comfortable talking with my therapist Jill about things that have been taking up room in my mind. She helps me find tools to cope with PTSD, anxieties & depression. I know I have a while to go but I am seeing progress due to our sessions.
Elizabeth Feb 2024
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Tracy Saucier is an excellent therapist and I feel very comfortable with her
Helen Jan 2024
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Mr Saxton and the counsellors at Thriveworks are highly skilled and knowledgeable in assisting overcome situations that require special understanding.
Read more Mr Saxton and the counsellors at Thriveworks are highly skilled and knowledgeable in assisting overcome situations that require special understanding.
Ash Dec 2023
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The importance of finding a relatable therapist is key! Being in the medical field myself and coping with those stressors post 2020 traumatic events lead me to reach out for help. Learning understand and cope with moving forward in a healthier way. Thank you Ms Cano for making it easy to talk to you and relate!
Read more The importance of finding a relatable therapist is key! Being in the medical field myself and coping with those stressors post 2020 traumatic events lead me to reach out for help. Learning understand and cope with moving forward in a healthier way. Thank you Ms Cano for making it easy to talk to you and relate!
West Hartford Mar 2022
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Eva is absolutely wonderful and has given us tools and techniques to improve our communication and marriage.
Read more Eva is absolutely wonderful and has given us tools and techniques to improve our communication and marriage.
West Hartford Feb 2021
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Mimi is wonderful, attentive and kind. She's really helped me to grow and see the positives in myself. I am so happy to have met her!!!
Read more Mimi is wonderful, attentive and kind. She's really helped me to grow and see the positives in myself. I am so happy to have met her!!!
West Hartford Dec 2019
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Hartford is located at the corner of Farmington Ave and Ardmore Rd. We currently share the building with Step To Beauty and New England Realty Management, among other businesses. Across the street will find The Westfield apartment building and one block west on Farmington Ave is the Beth David Synagogue.

Phone number

(860) 530-5326

Languages spoken by CT providers

  • Polish
  • English
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