What is online therapy?
With Thriveworks, Online therapy is an effective alternative to in-person therapy services in which a client can speak to a Thriveworks therapist remotely via online video conferencing. Online sessions are just as effective as in-person treatment, but they can also provide added benefits like reduced travel time, saving money on transportation or childcare, and increased access to care.
How does online therapy work?
Online therapy works much like traditional in-person therapy but takes place through secure video conferencing. Clients can attend Online therapy from any safe place they choose that has access to the internet, whether that be their home or another easily accessible place. Like in-person treatment, a therapist will work with their client to address their concerns, create goals, and establish an effective treatment plan.
What is the best option for online therapy?
There is no best option for online therapy—instead, it’s best to focus on finding a provider that meets your specific needs and with whom you can form a professional connection with.
Is online therapy just as effective?
Yes, online therapy is just as effetive for many clients as in-person sessions.
How long does online therapy last?
Online therapy can last for a few months to years depending on the goals and symptoms of the client. The treatment process will be unique to each client and lend itself to their specific concerns, which means that the time it takes to treat them will always be different. Timing is also up to the client themselves; they are free to stop therapy whenever they please, especially if they feel they have reached their goals and addressed their concerns.
How much does online 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.
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Online Therapy in Toledo, OH
Many people worry about other people finding out about them talking to a counselor and, more specifically, being judged for it. They worry about showing up late to their session or having to reschedule due to factors outside of their control. And most of all, they worry about the conversations they will have with their counselor. “What if I feel too nervous to open up about what’s going on?”
These fears are normal and are often dispelled in counseling. However, there is another approach to counseling that can ease these worries early on: online therapy. Online counseling makes counseling more convenient and comfortable from the get-go. If you have similar fears, consider giving online counseling a try. Thriveworks Counseling in Toledo, OH can set you up with an online therapist upon receipt of your call.
Can Online Counseling Help Me? How?
Online counseling can help anybody and everybody (and that includes you). As with in-person counseling, it can help individuals work through their specific mental health problems, which might include:
- Signs and symptoms of depression, PTSD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and a wide array of other mental disorders
- Relationship problems, such as poor communication, disagreements in parenting, and lack of intimacy
- Professional and personal challenges, such as a lack of fulfillment in either or both areas
- Stress in important areas of life, be it personally, professionally, or financially
- Grief after the death of a family member, friend, or even a beloved pet
Counseling is all about opening up to a mental health professional about how you’re feeling and what you’re thinking. These professionals can offer insight into your problems and help you better manage them using different therapeutic techniques. They can do this in the traditional approach to counseling and in online therapy as well.
Schedule a Virtual Therapy Session at Thriveworks in Toledo, OH
Thriveworks Counseling in Toledo, OH has online counseling appointments available right now. As a reminder, you can call today and schedule a video session with one of our counselors. Your work with your provider in a virtual environment will offer more convenience, flexibility, and comfort. Plus, we offer evening and weekend sessions, and accept most major insurances.
We hope to hear from you soon, and we look forward to working with you!
