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

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Starting Treatment With a Psychologist

What are psychologists?

Psychologists are mental health professionals that provide psychotherapy services and diagnoses for their clients. They have more research-focused training than most therapists, as they are more medically educated and receive a more general education about therapeutic approaches and theory.

How do psychologists work?

Thriveworks psychologists in Towson, MD provide standard psychotherapy services, tailoring treatment to each client and their unique concerns. However, they can also provide diagnoses to clients when appropriate, something that therapists and counselors cannot do. Finally, in some states in the U.S., they are allowed to prescribe medication.

Can I see a psychologist in person or online?

How long would I see a psychologist?

Psychological treatment at Thriveworks Towson is very individualized and specific to each client, which means that the duration of treatment is often varied depending on a client’s condition or disorder, the state of their symptoms, and their specific goals.

Need more help deciding?

Work with a Trusted Psychologist in Towson, MD

Life is a series of ups and downs. One moment we can be celebrating, and the next grieving a loss. Whether you are having relationship problems or just need help boosting your confidence, a licensed psychologist can help. Thriveworks Towson Counseling has caring, dedicated psychologists who can help you work through all of life’s challenges and make meaningful improvements. To start working with one of our mental health providers, just give us a call. A member of our scheduling team will help you get set up for your first session.

What Can a Psychologist Do for Me?

Luckily, psychologists are trained in a variety of different mental health fields and can help their clients in both their personal and professional lives. They can help you work through your relationship problems, like in Darius’s case, they can help you better manage stress, process difficult emotions, and more. Let’s dive into the many different ways they can help you:

  • Mental illnesses like anxiety and depression
  • Relationship problems
  • Family turmoil
  • Grief and loss
  • Low self-confidence
  • Career problems
  • Addiction and/or substance abuse
  • Child therapy
  • Parenting problems
  • Life coaching
  • Trauma and/or PTSD
  • Stress management
  • Anger management
  • And more!

This list does not represent all of the mental health services offered at Thriveworks Towson. In fact, our psychologists don’t have many limitations when it comes to the mental health challenges they can help you with. They will use all of their tools, knowledge, and skills to best help you.

What Exactly Does a Psychologist Do?  

Psychologists are trained professionals who have gone through extensive schooling and training to gain the tools and skills necessary to treat all aspects of mental health. Your Thriveworks Towson Counseling psychologist will consider all of your preferences, goals, and needs when creating a plan of treatment that is specific to you.

  1. How can my psychologist help me figure out what is going on in my life? Whether you think you might be dealing with depression or you have feelings of worry every time you go down a certain street, your psychologist can help you find the root cause of the problems you are facing. They can perform personality tests, diagnose mental illnesses, create treatment plans, and provide support to their clients during and after counseling.
  2. Will my psychologist put me on medication? In instances where a client may benefit from taking a prescription medication, your psychologist will work with your primary care physician or a psychiatrist to carefully find a treatment plan that works best for you. In some instances, medication is a great option for clients and your mental health provider will help you decide which route to take.
  3. How can my Thriveworks Towson psychologist help me feel more confident and supported? Because Thriveworks Towson is client-focused, we will do everything we can to make you feel safe, confident, and supported. You can learn different tools and techniques to take with you outside of the office that can help you tackle any future problems that arise. In addition, your psychologist will be the rock you need throughout your mental health journey and can guide you to a place of happiness and success.
  4. What is one of the best things I can take away from therapy and counseling? One of the most empowering things we can help you with is healing. Without the ability to heal, you can feel stuck and lost without letting past trauma drift away. You need to start living your life free of past grievances in order to feel free and happy.

We understand it can be a hard decision to start going to therapy. Just know that you are strong and capable of making change.

Schedule an Appointment with a Psychologist at Thriveworks Towson, MD

Ready to get started towards a path of better living? Great! To get started, you can visit our online booking portal or give us a call at (410) 753-2091 and one of our scheduling specialists will get you set up with a trusted provider.

We offer our clients a range of great benefits including flexible scheduling options, no waitlist, excellent customer service, online counseling, and more. We can’t wait to work with 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 Towson therapists and counselors accept 21 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Maryland | BCBS PPO

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Towson
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 Towson reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Karen Osborne has been great to work with. She listens and provides good care. I highly recommend her and Thriveworks! Thank you.
Read more Karen Osborne has been great to work with. She listens and provides good care. I highly recommend her and Thriveworks! Thank you.
Towson Oct 2021
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★★★★★
I worked with Karen Osborn pNP for multiple years and I admire her commitment to her patients and peer staff.
Read more I worked with Karen Osborn pNP for multiple years and I admire her commitment to her patients and peer staff.
Towson Oct 2021
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★★★★★
Karen Osborne is amazing ! Listened and heard to everything I had to share. I felt easy to share. She analyzed and explained. She is a very professional and kind person. She made me feel like I was worthy of more and then, she went one step further and walked me through the process of my recovery. Not everyone can be so lucky to say the same.
Read more Karen Osborne is amazing ! Listened and heard to everything I had to share. I felt easy to share. She analyzed and explained. She is a very professional and kind person. She made me feel like I was worthy of more and then, she went one step further and walked me through the process of my recovery. Not everyone can be so lucky to say the same.
Towson Sep 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com
★★★★★
Karen Osborne is knowledgeable, compassionate, caring, kind and very intelligent. If you want a provider who listens to you and partners with you on your care, she is the one to see. I appreciated her intelligent and thoughtful approach. A true professional.
Read more Karen Osborne is knowledgeable, compassionate, caring, kind and very intelligent. If you want a provider who listens to you and partners with you on your care, she is the one to see. I appreciated her intelligent and thoughtful approach. A true professional.
Towson Sep 2021
Review left on Thriveworks.com

Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Townson is near the corner of York Road and West Road. Near the BMW of Towson and River Church Baltimore, our office building is shared with General Practitioner, Christine Klass, and a few other businesses.

Phone number

(410) 709-7380

Languages spoken by MD providers

  • English
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