What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

My favorite approach in individual therapy is to help the client understand that there is an expert in the room, and it is not me. So often, we have within us the answers to our problems; we simply need to clear the âcloudsâ awayâsometimes do some brainstorming, see what has worked and what has not, and approach our problems through a new lens.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

I am most fond of cognitive behavioral therapyâin short, helping people to think better. I will often refer to common thinking errors, discussing why they are errors and identifying which ones the individual identifies the most in their own thinking. I may refer to âtapesâ they play in their head, or things that someone has told them quite often in their first seven years of life. Negative cognitions can be rehearsed in one's head, while positive cognitions are what one would rather think.

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

I can tell a client is making meaningful progress when they begin to identify their own thinking errors and how they have begun to replace negative thoughts with positive ones. It is a fairly common understanding that trying to not think about a particular image, such as a pink elephant, actually makes one think of that image even more. Rather than trying to erase negative thoughts, ideas are better replaced with more positive ones.

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

Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by journaling, particularly noting their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Then, in sessions, the clinician can help them identify the relationship between these and how changing one can often change one or both of the others.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

To prepare for your first individual therapy session, a client can make notes of particular, specific things that have worked before and also things that have not worked.

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What is individual therapy?

Individual therapy, also known as individual-counseling, 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-counseling, 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 take most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

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Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.

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Our Anchorage therapists and counselors accept 20 insurance plans

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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
Medicare AK

Self-pay costs at Anchorage

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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