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What is child therapy?

Child therapy, also known as counseling for kids, helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst kids include behavioral issues, trauma, bullying, depression, and anxiety. All ages of children can attend and benefit from child therapy at Thriveworks Arizona.

How does child therapy work?

Child therapy works by using multiple techniques tailored to fit the child’s needs based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve play therapy for younger kids or cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks child therapists in Arizona, AZ have the expertise and experience to help kids at their level.

Play therapy vs. child therapy

Child therapy is a type of therapy meant for clients within a specific age group, while play therapy is an approach to therapy that helps children with self-expression and stress relief, among others. Play therapy is a technique that is often used in child therapy to help children express what’s running through their minds when they do not have the words to express their thoughts and emotions. It can get children to express what’s wrong, what might be causing unwanted behaviors, or what they might need in a way that is accessible to them so that therapists can then work to treat the issue.

How to tell if my child needs counseling

It’s not always obvious when a child should see a therapist for their behavior, though in the midst of challenges like divorce, loss, bullying, and other mental health conditions, it’s often a good idea to seek it out. Common behaviors that can indicate a need for child therapy include separation anxiety, bedwetting (at inappropriate ages), and agitation/excessive irritability — especially if it reaches a point of physical violence.

What type of therapy is best for children?

Cognitive behavioral therapy at Thriveworks in Arizona, AZ is one of the best types of therapy for children. However, it can be administered in child therapy sessions in a variety of ways that are more accessible to young minds, such as play therapy.

Is child therapy conducted in person or online?

Child therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does child therapy last?

The length of child therapy depends on your child’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, child therapy sessions will last for several months.

How much does child 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 Arizona therapists and counselors accept 20 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Medicare Advantage

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona | BCBS

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • Imperial Insurance Companies AZ

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Self-pay costs at Arizona
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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The connection I have with my counselor and psychiatrist.
Elijah Apr 2025
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Linda is very compassionate and professional. She listens well and has thoughtful insights. She has given me great encouragement and encourages me to see situations with broader perspectives that helps me to heal.
Wendy Apr 2025
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I have greatly appreciated working with Dr. Karen Ferguson and have already referred a close friend and sorority sister to her. Dr. Ferguson is an excellent listener who provides thoughtful insights and gently challenges me to consider different perspectives. As someone new to therapy, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I've remained committed for over a year now thanks to her support and guidance. She has been incredibly helpful, and I fully intend to continue my sessions with her.
Read more I have greatly appreciated working with Dr. Karen Ferguson and have already referred a close friend and sorority sister to her. Dr. Ferguson is an excellent listener who provides thoughtful insights and gently challenges me to consider different perspectives. As someone new to therapy, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I've remained committed for over a year now thanks to her support and guidance. She has been incredibly helpful, and I fully intend to continue my sessions with her.
Alice Apr 2025
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Arlinda is no nonsense. We get down to business and talk about my needs and then we are done in a very caring way. Arlinda is awesome. I appreciate her.
Lorel Apr 2025
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Claudio is great!! Scheduling is great!
Leonora Apr 2025
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Linda is very knowledgeable and accommodating. .
Eliane Apr 2025
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I really liked how Jennifer was so opening to listening to me and so kind. She made me feel so welcome to share everything about myself even virtually. I'm so excited to go through with her she was amazing!
Blair Apr 2025
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She listens good she getting yo understand my problems she willing to work on things that I want to work on overall so far it's going good
Michael Apr 2025
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Where to find us

Phone number

(480) 591-7358

Languages spoken by AZ providers

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

Support Hours

Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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