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6,132 people sought online therapy help in California in the last year

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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 speicifc needs and with wom 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?

Our Thriveworks therapists at Thriveworks in Sunnyvale, CA accept most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

Need more help deciding?

Ken worked long hours at a tech startup in Silicon Valley. He was passionate about his work, but sometimes he worried that he was neglecting his mental health in exchange for professional success. For instance, he found himself staying up later every night, glued to his cell phone or computer screen, unable to calm his mind and body. His appetite had diminished and he’d lost 10 pounds without even trying. And he always seemed to be worried: that he wasn’t doing enough, that he was going to fail, that he was an impostor at work and everyone would figure it out eventually. But Ken barely had time to fit daily meals into his schedule. How was he going to see a counselor to help him with his stress, self-doubt, and anxiety?

Ken could benefit from reaching out to an online counselor at Thriveworks in Sunnyvale, CA. Thriveworks mental health providers are fully licensed and highly qualified to deliver exceptional psychological services online as well as in-person. If your busy schedule is holding you back from seeking the professional support that you need to succeed at work, at home, and in your personal relationships, Thriveworks may be the answer.

Is Online Therapy Effective?

Telehealth services are still relatively new, but so far the evidence-based scientific research has shown video therapy to be just as effective as in-person therapy. Peer-reviewed studies have primarily looked at counseling for depression, anxiety, and trauma. Therapy clients for these issues reported the same amount of satisfaction with video counseling services as they did for in-person treatment. Much of the research has looked at the high efficacy rates of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques conducted online.

Not only is online therapy effective at Thriveworks in Sunnyvale, VA, it’s also affordable. Our licensed mental health providers accept most health insurance, whether they’re seeing you virtually or in the brick and mortar office.

Other benefits of online counseling include:

  • It can feel safer to be upfront and honest when you’re nestled in familiar surroundings.
  • It can be easier to fit an online appointment into your schedule because you don’t have to account for travel time.
  • You aren’t required to sit in a waiting room.
  • You can count on Thriveworks online sessions being HIPAA-compliant and completely secure thanks to the latest in telehealth interfaces and software.
  • You can still attend therapy sessions if you’re traveling for work or pleasure. As long as you have internet access and a smartphone or computer, you’re good to go.
  • You can still attend therapy sessions if you have a cold or virus and are worried about spreading germs.
  • You can still schedule convenient therapy sessions even if you live in a rural area and travel is time-consuming.
  • You can still see your therapist even if your only free time is on evenings and weekends, outside of normal clinic hours.

What Can Mental Health Providers Treat Online?

The licensed counselors at Thriveworks in Sunnyvale, CA can treat most psychological symptoms and concerns online. You may be unable to get out of bed in the morning, or you may just need a little boost of positivity in the form of solution-focused therapy. The issues we diagnose and provide expert treatment for include:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Burnout
  • Midlife crises
  • Sex issues
  • Relationship problems
  • Eating disorders
  • Panic attacks
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Hyperactivity or focus issues
  • Bereavement
  • Substance abuse
  • Gambling addiction
  • Obsessions and compulsions

Our therapists use a wide variety of evidence-based therapy techniques like CBT and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) in order to treat their clients’ symptoms. Our licensed clinical psychiatrists can also prescribe medications like antidepressants and mood stabilizers online. However, if you’re suffering from acute symptoms of mania or psychosis, we recommend that you visit a psychiatrist in-person. If you have thoughts of suicide, you should reach out to a crisis line immediately.

Take Advantage of Thriveworks Benefits: Book Your Online Counseling Appointment Today

At Thriveworks, you can expect your counseling sessions to begin on-time or early at least 97% of the time. You can also expect to meet with your fully licensed, top-rated counselor within 24-48 hours of booking your initial appointment. When you become a Thriveworks client, you also get email and phone access to your counselor between sessions.

Other benefits of Thriveworks’ services include our popular educational materials like exclusive videos and e-books, as well as our Ask-a-Coach 24hr Q&A service. When you call to make an appointment, you can count on our renowned, high-touch customer service. Our representatives open the Thriveworks office early and keep it open late so you can reach a real human, not a voicemail, when you’re ready to seek help.

Find the therapist who’s the best match for your needs by calling us today. Do not wait to get the mental health support you deserve. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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 Sunnyvale therapists and counselors accept 21 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California | BCBS

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP

  • Imperial Health Plan Medicare Advantage

  • JP Farley Corporation

  • Magellan

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Self-pay costs at Sunnyvale
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 Thriveworks Sunnyvale reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Dr Stephanie Field is an amazing clinician, she has a tremendous amount of care and insight. She cares deeply about her work and patients.
Read more Dr Stephanie Field is an amazing clinician, she has a tremendous amount of care and insight. She cares deeply about her work and patients.
Sunnyvale Mar 2022
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Not just the website, but I have worked with Stephanie Field in past as a colleague and co-author of a book, and she is an excellent addition to their services.
Read more Not just the website, but I have worked with Stephanie Field in past as a colleague and co-author of a book, and she is an excellent addition to their services.
Sunnyvale Jan 2022
Review left on Thriveworks.com

Where to find us

Getting here

We share a building with the dental office of Dr. Satinder R. Singh. We are at the intersection of W Freemont Ave and S Mary Ave. Across the street is an Arco gas station, Country Gourmet American Bistro, and De Anza Square Shopping Center.

Phone number

(408) 741-9636

Languages spoken by CA providers

  • English
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