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1,107 people sought online therapy help at Allentown in the last year

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

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Hi, I'm Alisha. I'm passionate about helping others advocate for themselves through mental health systems and navigate their life journeys.

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Prioritizing your mental health isn't selfish. I will help you feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step toward healing.

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As a writer and counselor, and a person who has undergone a variety of struggles in multiple and diverse areas, helping others to find guidance, throu... As a writer and counselor, and a person who has undergone a variety of struggles in multiple and diverse areas, helping others to find guidance, through their encounters and interactions, embracing the uniqueness of the narrative, and emphasizing the meanings that people construct through experience, I support insight and understanding through personal stories. Stories can often heal and replenish emotional and mental wellness, as well as being empowering, inspiring, and restorative. 'The real voyage of discovery consists, not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.' - Marcel Proust. Read more

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As a mother, I understand how overwhelming life can feel, especially when navigating mental health concerns. Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned ou... As a mother, I understand how overwhelming life can feel, especially when navigating mental health concerns. Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or simply looking for a space to process your emotions, I provide support, guidance, and practical tools to help you move forward clearly and confidently. Read more

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Lindsey Sauder

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What is your go-to approach for online therapy?

My go-to approach for helping people in online therapy is to meet them exactly where they are — literally and figuratively — to be able to jointly assess and create a thorough, collaborative plan that works for each individual! In addition to providing clients with relevant tools and a safe place to process, I first enjoy hearing directly from the client and take great interest in their unique perspective and experience. After all, no one knows us better than we know ourselves and our own experience and knowledge is often invaluable when tailoring treatment plans and considering goals.

What tools do you teach in online therapy?

I teach the following tools in online therapy:

  • Grounding techniques (54321 method, breathwork, utilization of the senses, etc.)
  • Mindfulness techniques (focus on remaining/returning to the present)
  • Pairing techniques with affirmations
  • CBT techniques (recognizing negative automatic thought processes, challenging the thoughts, replacing the negative thoughts with more positive and productive thoughts)
  • Behavioral modification
  • Adler’s “acting as if” technique
  • Journaling and associated alternatives
  • Self-compassion
  • Boundary setting
  • Emotionally-focused techniques in relationships
  • Sustainable and effective coping skills to help manage the effects various traumatic experiences
  • Empathy for self and others
  • And so many more!
I have found that online therapy is not as much limiting as it is offers an equatable alternative to learn and grow when compared to in person therapy.

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

I know when a client is making meaningful progress in online therapy around the same time that they notice, as well! Some evidence of progress include: Improved confidence in social settings, self-reported decrease in overall mental health symptoms, ability to share vulnerable topics more readily, the release of tears, setting of healthy boundaries, advocacy for oneself, improved communication patterns within relationships, increased self-esteem, the ability to cope effectively across a wide variety of situations, etc. I view each client individually and “progress” looks different for each person, but it’s always evident even through online settings when a client is meeting their goals and making meaningful progress!

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

Clients can supplement their time in online therapy with anything that feels helpful to the individual. This will look different for each client, but I would broadly suggest engaging in self-care activities (things that recharge you mentally/emotionally/physically), journaling/recording thoughts in an alternative fashion, and thinking about/“chewing on” the topics discussed within therapy sessions and bringing additional thoughts to the next session!

What should someone do to prepare for starting online therapy?

To prepare for your first online therapy session, you can do many things to help decrease your anxiety and hesitation by making sure you have the logistics in order. This will include: A quiet, private space where you will feel comfortable and you won’t be interrupted (though I always welcome the occasional cat or dog passing by in the background!), a charged laptop/other device you plan to use for the session, and working internet. To prepare emotionally: Take a few slow, deep breaths and know that there’s a knowledgeable, caring provider on the other end of the screen ready to meet you exactly where you are and walk through the muck of life with you.

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.

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Online Counseling—Counselors and Therapists in Allentown, PA

Online counseling allows for long-distance patient and client interaction and care via videoconferencing.  Therapists can provide individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, psychoeducation, consultations, diagnosis and assessment, feedback, coaching, and more through online counseling.

Reach out to schedule with Thriveworks Allentown today—you can give us a call or book online to get started.

What Is Online Therapy?

Online therapy offers a convenient and accessible way to connect with a mental health professional from anywhere with an internet connection. At Thriveworks in Allentown, PA, our online therapy sessions prioritize your safety and privacy while delivering effective care comparable to in-person therapy.

Benefits of Online Therapy

The benefits of online therapy include:

  • Convenience: Eliminate the stress of commuting or finding childcare by attending sessions from the comfort of your own home.
  • Accessibility: Access mental health services regardless of your location, making it easier to fit appointments into your schedule.
  • Comfort: Reduce anxiety associated with face-to-face interactions by communicating with your therapist virtually.
  • Our online therapists are equipped to address a wide range of mental health concerns, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more.

Whether you choose online therapy or in-person sessions at our Allentown location, our dedicated support team is here to guide you through the process and ensure you receive the personalized care you deserve. Schedule your appointment today to take the first step toward better mental health.

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 Allentown therapists and counselors accept 40 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter from Pennsylvania Health and Wellness

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth Pennsylvania

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS

  • Capital BlueCross of Pennsylvania | BCBS Medicare Advantage

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Allentown
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

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Stephen Willmot is professional, respectful, and concerned for clients well-being. I feel heard, valued, understood and supported. I can express my feelings in a safe non-judgmental space. I am learning about myself and how to develop healthy strategies for myself moving forward.
Read more Stephen Willmot is professional, respectful, and concerned for clients well-being. I feel heard, valued, understood and supported. I can express my feelings in a safe non-judgmental space. I am learning about myself and how to develop healthy strategies for myself moving forward.
Jackie Apr 2025
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★★★★★
I felt very listened too and understood, very inclusive and I never felt like I was being belittled or talked down on all around good experience
Blaise Apr 2025
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★★★★★
She listened and seemed to understand what I am dealing with
Lerin Apr 2025
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★★★★★
Since it was mostly an intake session it is too soon to make a good judgement on my experience, hence my score to the prior question being a 5!
Joanne Apr 2025
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★★★★★
Jacqueline is a wonderful therapist who always asks the right questions to move my healing forward.
Tara Apr 2025
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★★★★★
Jackie is the absolute best. I've seen 5 therapists before her but she has gotten me to open up more than all of them combined.
Alissa Apr 2025
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★★★★★
For my first experiance meeting my therapist was great. She heard me and ask question she needed to know. At the end she gave me motivation and encouragement.
Abigail Apr 2025
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★★★★★
My therapist is very easy to talk with, and she is helpful and empathetic.
Dawn Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Allentown is located off of Hausman Rd., in a building with several other businesses. These include Integrity Personnel, Inova Technologies, and GPI/Greenman-Pederson, Inc. There is a small lake behind our building.

Phone number

(484) 246-8451

Languages spoken by PA providers

  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
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