Individual Therapy at Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Charlottesville

    One-on-one counseling for anxiety, depression, trauma, and life challenges with licensed therapists. · Charlottesville, VA

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    Individual therapy at Thriveworks Charlottesville provides personalized mental health support for adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, ADHD, OCD, grief, and more. Licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR, and ACT in a judgment-free environment. Sessions are available in-person or online, with evening and weekend appointments available.

    Session options and pricing

    SessionPriceDescription
    Insurance CoverageVaries by planMost major insurance plans accepted to cover the majority of session costs. Over 360 insurance plans accepted including Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare.
    Self-PayContact for ratesSelf-pay options available for those without insurance or who prefer not to use insurance benefits.

    What to Expect from Individual Therapy

    Individual therapy provides a confidential, judgment-free space where you work one-on-one with a licensed mental health professional. Your therapist will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific concerns, whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions.

    Sessions typically involve discussing your thoughts, feelings, and experiences while learning evidence-based coping strategies. Your therapist uses proven approaches like CBT to help you identify and change negative thought patterns, DBT for emotional regulation, or EMDR for trauma processing.

    Thriveworks therapists take a warm, interactive, client-centered approach focused on treating everyone with respect and compassion. Therapy progresses at your own pace, with the goal of helping you achieve a more fulfilling and happier life.

    Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and modify unhelpful thinking patterns that contribute to emotional distress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation skills. EMDR therapy processes traumatic memories to reduce their emotional impact.

    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you accept difficult emotions while committing to values-based action. Person-centered and humanistic approaches emphasize your inherent capacity for growth and self-direction. Your therapist will combine techniques from multiple modalities based on what works best for you.

    What's Included

    Licensed Therapist Match: Paired with an experienced LCSW or licensed therapist who specializes in your specific concerns and uses evidence-based treatment methods.

    Personalized Treatment Plan: Customized therapy approach combining CBT, DBT, EMDR, or other modalities tailored to your unique needs and goals.

    Flexible Session Options: Choose between in-person sessions at the Charlottesville office or online therapy, with evening and weekend appointments available.

    Insurance Processing: Assistance with insurance verification and claims processing for 360+ accepted plans to maximize your benefits.

    Bottom line: Evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and EMDR have strong research support for treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health conditions. Individual therapy with a licensed professional provides effective treatment for a wide range of psychological concerns.

    Extensive research validates CBT for anxiety and depression, DBT for emotional regulation, and EMDR for trauma processing. Therapists at Thriveworks have 17+ years of experience applying these evidence-based modalities.

    Who Is Individual Therapy Good For?

    Good candidates: Adults (ages 18-64) experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, relationship issues, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, grief, or identity concerns. Particularly supportive for LGBTQIA+ individuals navigating intersectionality and social challenges.

    Who should consult a doctor first: Those in crisis or experiencing severe psychiatric symptoms may benefit from immediate psychiatric evaluation. Contact the office to determine if individual therapy alone is appropriate or if combined therapy and psychiatry services would be most beneficial.

    General safety: All therapists are licensed professionals with extensive training. Sessions occur in a confidential, non-judgmental environment following ethical guidelines. Not a substitute for emergency services - call 988 for mental health crisis support.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What issues can individual therapy help with?

    Individual therapy addresses anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, stress management, life transitions, ADHD, OCD, grief and loss, relationship issues, mood disorders, and identity concerns including LGBTQIA+ specific challenges.

    What therapy approaches do you use?

    Our therapists use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), humanistic therapy, person-centered therapy, and other holistic techniques tailored to individual needs.

    How quickly can I get an appointment?

    Many clients can meet with a therapist as soon as this week. Scheduling is easy through online booking or by calling, and we help match you with the right provider for your needs.

    Do you accept insurance?

    Yes, Thriveworks accepts 360+ insurance plans including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, Humana, Medicare, Tricare, and many others. Self-pay options are also available.

    Ready to try Individual Therapy?
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    Contact & Location

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    Phone: (434) 443-6493

    Address: 400 Locust Ave #4, Charlottesville, VA 22902 (Get directions)

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    Hours
    Mon8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    Tue8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    Wed8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    Thu8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    Fri8:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    Sat8:00 AM – 9:30 PM
    Sun8:00 AM – 9:30 PM
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