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Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +23 more

LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Anxiety, +2 more

I understand many of the unique challenges and issues my clients are facing.

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Medical / Health Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Divorce / Breakup, +5 more

As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how bu... As one who has experienced personal trauma and loss, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by painful life circumstances and how building of new life skills can empower us once again. Read more

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Cali Park She/Her

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC)

Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage, +22 more

Anger, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, +7 more

I’m a relationship-driven clinician committed to helping women and men learn how to build and maintain healthier relationships with themselves and o... I’m a relationship-driven clinician committed to helping women and men learn how to build and maintain healthier relationships with themselves and others — I love to see others thrive in their relationships and establish a healthy sense of self-worth and purpose. Read more

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Common approaches to Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

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What is your go-to approach for cognitive behavioral therapy?

When providing cognitive behavioral therapy, my goal is to help clients understand the relationship between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so that they can make meaningful changes that promote growth in their lives. This can be done by helping the individual challenge and reframe thought patterns that may be negatively impacting them, and by identifying specific behavior changes that they want to make in their life.

What tools do you teach in cognitive behavioral therapy?

Some of the tools that I teach in cognitive behavioral therapy include:

Thought challenging: This skill helps clients identify the influence of negative thought patterns or beliefs related to their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and then challenge them with growth-oriented responses.
Behavioral activation: In this skill, I help individuals to identify and change behavior patterns that are negatively impacting their emotional state and help them increase motivation to work toward their desired goals.
Mindfulness skills: These skills help individuals identify what emotions and thoughts they are experiencing in a nonjudgmental way. Additionally, these skills help individuals respond to these thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a positive manner.

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

I find that clients are making meaningful progress when they express they can disrupt thought patterns that are negatively impacting them, increase participation in desired behaviors, and develop consistent routines that promote positive mental health in their daily lives.

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

Clients can best supplement their time in cognitive behavioral therapy by setting aside time between sessions for reflection and practicing the skills discussed in the session. I often find that keeping a reflective journal about one's thoughts and emotions between sessions leads to the best outcomes for cognitive behavioral therapy.

What should someone do to prepare for starting cognitive behavioral therapy?

A few reflective questions that I would encourage clients preparing to start cognitive behavioral therapy to consider are:

What are my goals related to therapy and what behaviors would I like to change?
Are there any common themes to thought patterns that I often find myself stuck in?
What emotions tend to come up for me when I am feeling stuck in certain thought patterns?

I also encourage clients starting cognitive behavioral therapy to come prepared with something to take notes with, as oftentimes sessions focus on practicing the skills in sessions so that you feel prepared to practice them between sessions.

What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

At Thriveworks, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely recognized and evidence-based form of psychotherapy or talk therapy. It focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors that can contribute to various mental health issues or challenges that people are struggling with.

What does a cognitive behavioral therapist do?

Cognitive behavioral therapists specialize in Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and can help you to identify and comprehend your thought patterns, which often encompass automatic negative thoughts, cognitive distortions, and self-defeating beliefs. Once these negative thought patterns are pinpointed, cognitive behavioral therapists aim to challenge and replace them with the objective of fostering more constructive and logical thinking. In addition, these therapists place significant emphasis on implementing positive behavioral changes based on the newly established, healthier thought patterns.

What is CBT best for?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is particularly effective for addressing conditions like anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, and obsessive-compulsive disorders. It focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors, making it well-suited for issues related to distorted thinking and emotional regulation.

How much does a CBT session 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.

What is the success rate of CBT?

The success rate of CBT varies depending on the intentions of the client and their condition(s).

What\\

The selection between cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is based on an individual’s unique needs and challenges. CBT is commonly chosen for addressing conditions such as anxiety and depression, whereas DBT is especially beneficial for individuals dealing with borderline personality disorder, emotional regulation issues, and difficulties in interpersonal relationships.

Is CBT conducted in person or online?

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with our Thriveworks therapists in Raleigh, NC is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How many sessions is CBT?

Generally, CBT is considered a short-term therapy, typically lasting for about 12 to 20 weekly sessions. In some cases, it might extend to around 16 to 20 sessions for more complex issues.

Pricing & insurance

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

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Self-pay costs

Our Raleigh therapists and counselors accept 26 insurance plans

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage
Carelon
Caresource
Carolina Behavioral Health Alliance (CBHA)
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth EAP
Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage
Compsych
First Health Network

Self-pay costs at Raleigh

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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I have been seeing Terryn Maher for a couple of months now and she is awesome!! Very knowledgeable, attentive, thorough, thoughtful, caring, etc. I could go on for awhile. I’ve been in counseling with another therapist for about 14 years but I already feel like I’m getting so much more from working with Terryn. Thriveworks on a whole has been great to work with as well. They are easy to work with and schedule appointments with. I was nervous about working with a company over directly with just the therapist but it has actually worked out well. I highly recommend them!

Read more I have been seeing Terryn Maher for a couple of months now and she is awesome!! Very knowledgeable, attentive, thorough, thoughtful, caring, etc. I could go on for awhile. I’ve been in counseling with another therapist for about 14 years but I already feel like I’m getting so much more from working with Terryn. Thriveworks on a whole has been great to work with as well. They are easy to work with and schedule appointments with. I was nervous about working with a company over directly with just the therapist but it has actually worked out well. I highly recommend them!

Jennifer Feb 2024