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Dwight Newell

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What is your go-to approach for online therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in online therapy is motivational interviewing. I find the best benefit in motivational interviewing because it seems to best target the presenting issues that need to be addressed for that client at the time.

What tools do you teach in online therapy?

I teach the following tools in online therapy: sleep hygiene, physical activity for mood management, healthy communication skills, and asking for emotional support when needed.

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

I know a client is making meaningful progress in online therapy when their perspective about their issue becomes more goal-oriented.

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

Clients can supplement their time in online therapy by trying a new physical activity to improve physical/emotional health.

What should someone do to prepare for starting online therapy?

To prepare for your first online therapy session, you can make a list of objectives you would like to achieve.

Starting Online therapy

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.

Need more help deciding?

Online counselors at Thriveworks in Odessa, TX use evidence-based, solution-focused techniques during online appointments to help people manage their psychological and behavioral symptoms and get started on the road to well-being. If you’d like to explore the benefits of online counseling, reach out to Thriveworks Odessa today to get started.

Is Online Counseling Effextive?

Scientific, peer-reviewed studies have shown again and again that online counseling sessions can be just as effective as in-person therapy sessions. Online counselors at Thriveworks in Odessa, TX can use popular therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help their clients manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Thriveworks offers specialized counselors for substance abuse issues and eating disorders. In addition, licensed psychiatric providers at Thriveworks can evaluate new clients, diagnose mental health conditions, and prescribe medications online.

Are There Any Added Benefits to Online Counseling?

There are absolutely added benefits to online counseling, and more are always rolling in because telehealth technology is still relatively new and more and more people are trying it (and loving it) every day. At Thriveworks in Odessa, TX, online counseling clients may observe some of the following benefits:

  • Enhanced access to specialized mental health services
  • Stronger relationships with their therapist
  • Ease of access even if they live in rural areas
  • Accessibility even if internal or external symptoms of a mental condition (like depression or anxiety) limit their mobility
  • High client satisfaction
  • Cost-efficiency
  • Anonymity and privacy as well as reduced stigma
  • Access during work trips or vacations
  • Enhanced comfort levels

Some online counseling clients at Thriveworks in Odessa, TX even find that it’s easier to open up emotionally when they’re doing their therapy sessions at home. Virtual sessions can feel more personal and give counselors an insightful glimpse into their clients’ everyday lives. 

Is Online Counseling Safe and Secure at Thriveworks?

Our licensed counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Odessa, TX prioritize their clients’ privacy. They would not conduct their therapy sessions online if they had any reservations that the sessions wouldn’t be secure. Thriveworks uses the latest telehealth software to make sure each online therapy session is private and HIPAA-compliant. The Thriveworks video conferencing software is easy to use, even for people who aren’t necessarily computer-savvy. If you can click on a link in your email, you can speak to a Thriveworks counselor online. And if you ever encounter technical difficulties, our highly trained team at Thriveworks in Odessa, TX will get you immediate support. 

Find the Online Counselor Who Can Help You at Thriveworks in Odessa, TX

When you start a relationship with an online counselor at Thriveworks in Odessa, TX, you can expect the highest quality of mental health support. All our providers are fully licensed and top-rated. Plus, we accept most major insurances, offer same-week appointments to new clients, provide, evening and weekend session options, and offer many more benefits.

Thriveworks makes it easy for you to get the mental health support you deserve. Call our office today to make your first appointment. 

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 Texas therapists and counselors accept 47 insurance plans

  • APEX Memorial Hermann

  • ARIA | Covenant Management Systems

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan

  • Baylor Scott and White Health Plan Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Buist Byars and Taylor (Employers Health Network)

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Self-pay costs at Odessa
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

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4.5 Thriveworks Odessa reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Read more Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
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Where to find us

Getting here

In the same building is Snelling Staffing Services, Keller Williams Real Estate Agency, MoneyGram, and Ranger Security and Investigations. Across the street is Pebblebend Apartments and Venture Communications.

Phone number

(432) 284-4873

Languages spoken by TX providers

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