405,989 people sought individual therapy help in Georgia in the last year

Discover how starting therapy with a individual can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

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Coping Skills, Stress, Women’s Issues, OCD / Obsessive-Compulsive, Life Transition, +5 more

With a background in medical social work, I understand the emotional impact and mental health needs of children, adults, and aging populations managin... With a background in medical social work, I understand the emotional impact and mental health needs of children, adults, and aging populations managing chronic illness as well as conditions that impede daily function, relationships, and quality of life. Read more

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Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO, +20 more
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When life gets complicated, sometimes it helps to be seen, heard, and understood in a safe and non-judgmental space. **Providing EMDR in-person only**

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Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), +4 more
Self Esteem, Stress, Women’s Issues, Life Transition, Relationships, +4 more

Guilt, shame, and trauma are burdens you shouldn’t have to bear alone.

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Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO, +4 more
Military / Veteran, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Stress, +9 more

As a Caribbean-American black woman, I embrace the richness of intersectionality in therapy.

Anna Wohleking

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What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I find the best benefit in building trust between clinician and client because this will bring both parties closer to the client's goal.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

I teach the following tools in individual therapy: mindfulness (being fully present in the moment), distress tolerance (coping skills to get through hard times), emotion regulation (ways to regulate emotions and not let them run our lives), and interpersonal relationship skills (helps individuals learn how to get along with others).

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when their original symptoms can be regulated. Clients also have the opportunity to inform me that they are feeling better.

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

Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by utilizing the skills and tools that we are learning about in session. Clients can also work on assigned homework throughout the week.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can research who your therapist will be, what style of therapy you want, and how often you want therapy sessions to occur.

Starting Individual therapy

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

Our Athens therapists and counselors accept 24 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | BCBS - PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia | Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

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Self-pay costs at Athens
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

5.0 Learn about verified reviews
★★★★★
Jill is very understanding, listens very well and offers reasonable and easy to do exercises and things to try. I feel very comfortable with her.
Read more Jill is very understanding, listens very well and offers reasonable and easy to do exercises and things to try. I feel very comfortable with her.
Eileen Feb 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review
★★★★★
Therapist is very good, attentive, and ask the questions to get me thinking clearly. Am very pleased.
Read more Therapist is very good, attentive, and ask the questions to get me thinking clearly. Am very pleased.
Eileen Jan 2024
Thriveworks.com verified review

Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Athens is located at the intersection of North Chase St and Prince Ave. We share an L-shaped building with several other businesses including Ankle & Foot Centers of America. If you kept traveling west on North Chase, you’d pass Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital on your left.

Phone number

(706) 898-3276

Languages spoken by GA providers

  • English
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