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Counseling approaches & specialties

ADHD therapy Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) Anger management therapy Anxiety therapy Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Depression counseling Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) EMDR therapy Eating disorder therapy Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) Grief & loss counseling Grief counseling Humanistic therapy Insomnia therapy LGBTQ+ counseling Life transitions counseling Motivational interviewing PTSD/trauma therapy Person-centered therapy (PCT) Psychologists Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) Strength-based therapy Stress management therapy
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Jacksonville, FL therapy

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303,940 people sought individual therapy help in Florida in the last year

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

Meet with a provider as soon as this week

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Hallie Kritsas She/Her

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Carelon, +17 more

Self Esteem, Stress, Relationships, Anxiety, Trauma / PTSD

Creating an environment filled with empathy, collaboration, unconditional positive regard, and communication is vital to success in therapy. As a lice... Creating an environment filled with empathy, collaboration, unconditional positive regard, and communication is vital to success in therapy. As a licensed therapist in the state of Florida, I take pride in my work with clients and in building strong therapeutic relationships that allow us to grow together toward reaching stated goals. Read more

Next opening: Fri May 17, 8 am View all availability

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Billi Jo Speth She/Her

Counselor (Registered Mental Health Intern)

Aetna, Cigna | Evernorth, Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield, +3 more

Anger, Self Esteem, Stress, Addiction, Borderline Personality, +4 more

Therapy is a journey of healing while finding personal freedom and happiness.

Next opening: Wed May 22, 12 pm View all availability

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Melanie Bartholomew She/Her

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card), Carelon, +17 more

Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression

As an understanding, compassionate therapist, I believe people feel, think, and do what they do for very good reasons and once we identify those, we c... As an understanding, compassionate therapist, I believe people feel, think, and do what they do for very good reasons and once we identify those, we can use those good reasons to work together to make things better. Read more

Next opening: Thu May 23, 11 am View all availability

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Common approaches to Individual therapy

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Featured Clinicians

April Jones Sims

Counselor (Registered Mental Health Intern)

Dianne Gadishaw

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)

What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

April: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is using an integrative approach, with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) being the basic foundation from which I practice. I find the best benefit comes from beginning with a psychodynamic approach because that provides me with the best picture before implementing CBT skills.

Dianne: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is assisting them in deciding what it is that they want. If they figure out what they want their life to look like, then together, we can figure out how to get them there. Happiness is internal, but to find your happiness, you need to know what it is that makes you happy. Deciding to choose happiness is the first step.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

April: I teach the following tools in individual therapy: thought evaluation and reconstruction, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment interventions.

Dianne: I teach the following tools in individual therapy: goal setting, organizational skills, positive thinking, coping skills, creativity, gratitude, and the ability to find joy in everyday moments.

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

April: I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when there is an obvious shift in their mood from the first day they stepped in the door.

Dianne: I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they are achieving set goals.

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

April: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by being consistent and reaching into the “kit bag” of tools they begin accumulating from day one of therapy.

Dianne: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by journaling and creating healthy routines.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

April: To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can challenge yourself to be open-minded to what the experience will be like. See if you can be vulnerable...Fear of vulnerability is one of the reasons people neglect to come in the first place and choose to suffer in silence.

Dianne: To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can start by thinking about what it is you want out of therapy.

What is individual therapy?

Individual therapy, also known as individual-counseling, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where they can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.

How does individual therapy work?

Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.

Can individual therapy help me?

Yes, individual therapy, also known as individual-counseling, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.

Is individual therapy conducted in person or online?

Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does individual therapy last?

The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.

How much does individual therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we take 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.

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.

Insurance options

Self-pay costs

Our Jacksonville therapists and counselors accept 20 insurance plans

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth EAP
Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage
Compsych
First Health Network
Florida Blue | BCBS | Blue Cross Blue Shield
Humana Exchange
Humana HMO/POS
Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP

Self-pay costs at Jacksonville

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

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★★★★★

Jessica Gort is by far the best therapist I’ve ever had. She’s not only met my needs and expectations, she goes above and beyond that. When I first met with Jessica i was newly sober and recently lost my father, I was struggling and had just ended a professional relationship with a prior therapist that couldn’t help me with what I needed at that time. I felt lost and was losing hope until I met her. I expressed my concerns with Jessica and she did everything she could to help me in the ways that I needed, to keep my sobriety and mental health intact during my grieving process. If I could rate her 10 stars I would. She’s amazing. Highly recommend.

Read more Jessica Gort is by far the best therapist I’ve ever had. She’s not only met my needs and expectations, she goes above and beyond that. When I first met with Jessica i was newly sober and recently lost my father, I was struggling and had just ended a professional relationship with a prior therapist that couldn’t help me with what I needed at that time. I felt lost and was losing hope until I met her. I expressed my concerns with Jessica and she did everything she could to help me in the ways that I needed, to keep my sobriety and mental health intact during my grieving process. If I could rate her 10 stars I would. She’s amazing. Highly recommend.

Jacksonville Sep 2021