Care without the wait

18 licensed therapists & providers in Connecticut—6 in West Hartford. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage †

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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6,124 people sought individual therapy help at West Hartford in the last year

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

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Marie Courtemanche

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What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is collaborative and individualized. I find the best benefit in working collaboratively with my clients and focusing on the goals that they want to achieve and not the goals that I think that they should be achieving.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

I teach the following tools in individual therapy:

  • Breathing techniques
  • Thought reframing
  • Mindfulness meditation
  • Values identification and values-based living techniques

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 their language changes and they start speaking more positively about themselves and about the world around them. They may also demonstrate more confident body language and speak more compassionately about themselves.

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

In their personal time, clients can supplement individual therapy through self-care tools and techniques, leisure activities, getting involved in hobbies and interests, and connecting with others to provide them with encouragement and support.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can just plan on being yourself and having an open mind to what you might be asked to try to manage the issues that brought you into therapy.

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 West Hartford accept 27 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • 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)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • ConnectiCare | Medicare Advantage

  • Connecticare

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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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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Tracy is great at listening and threading through the issues with me. I feel comfortable talking to her and at ease sharing anything.
Kinsley Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I haven’t had the best experience.
Nadia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Great Therapist
Iris Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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That she listened
Quinn Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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The travel, the availability, the schedule
Calvin Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I felt listened to and heard it was a really great experience to be able to talk about how I feel and have a listening ear
Nova Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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I am truly grateful for my therapy sessions. From age 11 to now 32, I lost faith in therapy because I felt like no one understood. I am so thankful to find a therapist who understands me and pays attention to detail. It shows that they truly love the work they do, and I am very grateful. I can't thank this platform enough. I will definitely use this database in the future and tell others about it.
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Zoey Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
I really like Kate Hanselman a lot, very kind and empathetic and helpful.
Nadia Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

846 Farmington Ave Suite 4
West Hartford, CT 06119

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry West Hartford is located near Farmington Avenue and Whiting Lane, off I-84. It is just down the road from the Elizabeth Park Rose Garden, Whiting Lane Elementry School and near the Noah Webster Library.

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Phone number

(860) 530-5326
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Languages spoken by CT providers

  • Polish
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Creole
  • French
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Hours

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
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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

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