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10,774 people sought individual therapy help at Westborough in the last year

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Hear from our clinicians

What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

Stephanie: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is to start where they are. I generally focus on cognitive behavioral therapy as well as mindfulness because they tend to benefit the most people because we tend to overly focus on our pain points and not what is really happening right now.

Michelle: My go-to approaches are positive psychology and ACT. I work with CBT without the true aspect of assigning homework. I prefer to work on the therapeutic alliance in the first one to three sessions in an effort to gain trust with the client and have them feel safe.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

Stephanie: I teach the following tools in individual therapy:

  • Mindfulness: Being here right now, not in the future where fear resides, and not in the past where depression ferments.
  • Discover which cognitive distortions you use most: Cognitive distortions are patterns of thoughts that all of us use that can get us in trouble, such as black-and-white thinking, which is when we focus on thoughts like “It always happens...” or “It will never...” when things are much more complicated than that.
  • How to notice your automatic negative thoughts and combat them.

Michelle: I definitely take a psychoeducational approach, sharing my screen to show the clients sites that might help and then sending them the links (e.g. Kristen Neff/self-compassion, Angela Duckworth/grit-resilience, the go-to relationship sites of Gottman, love languages, Esther Perel and Best Self Co.). Teaching clients about reframing negative cognitions and sharing information about cognitive distortions is important.

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

Stephanie: I know when a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they are closer to the goal we set, feeling more positive more often, and catching their own cognitive distortions.

Michelle: When our sessions become more conversational in nature, it is apparent they are feeling better and have increased their personal toolbox of coping skills and strategies.

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

Stephanie: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by being proactive with tracking their progress toward where they want to be, as well as practicing the skills they've learned.

Michelle: By taking a psychoeducational approach, clients are able to do work in between sessions, which empowers them to make progress in their therapeutic journey.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

Stephanie: To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can think not only about what you want to change, but where you want to be once the changes happen.

Michelle: They should have a small amount of willingness to open their minds to try something different. If they are even remotely willing to try, we are pretty successful on the journey.

Starting Individual therapy in Westborough

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 insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Westborough accept 28 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

  • Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at Westborough
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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My therapist is wonderful and I look forward to our sessions every week.
Laura Sep 2025
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I have been with Joan for years! This says it all about the way you embrace yr patients. Thank you
Ana Sep 2025
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My provider is very patient and kind.
Lisa Sep 2025
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Fast, thorough, professional and kind relating to all matters including my clinician, the clerical staff amd even the on line reminders, sign up features, and all matters pertaining to insurance coverage and payments.
Shawn Sep 2025
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Ayala has changed my life she is such an amazing person and a safe place to open up to I am so grateful to have her as my therapist and support.
Victoria Sep 2025
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I really appreciate my therapist and the ease of use with Thriveworks. I am happy with Thriveworks thus far and feel fortunate to have found my provider.
Kelsey Sep 2025
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Ken Burke has been extremely helpful with CBT and ERP therapy for my OCD. He makes me feel comfortable and heard. Highly recommend him!
Jade Sep 2025
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The format and virtual appointments are great.
Cataline Sep 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Westborough is located at 5 E Main St Suite 3, Westborough, MA 01581, in the same building as Berkshire Bank.

Phone number

(774) 252-7733

Languages spoken by MA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
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