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Our therapists offer blended family therapy in Richmond, VA

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150 licensed therapists & providers in Virginia—9 in Richmond. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

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We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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686,000 people sought help with Thriveworks in the last year

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As a therapist, I will do all that I can to learn who you are and what you're looking for, and then help create truly meaningful c...

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As someone who has worked on understanding my own identity and personal challenges with mental health, I understand the importance...

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As someone who has experienced the impact of mental health challenges, I provide a unique perspective, level of understanding, and...

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As a queer person who has experienced mental health issues in the past, I strive to provide an affirming, safe environment to work...

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Growing up in a working-class, single-parent home shaped my empathy, and I bring personal and professional experience to meet each...

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Meredith Golob is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an extensive history working with children, adults, and families dealing...

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As a young professional woman, I understand the challenges of navigating through life's stressors, transitions, and relationships....

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Blended family counseling FAQs

What is blended family counseling?

Blended family counseling from our therapists at Thriveworks in Richmond, VA helps families who have come together through marriage work through changes, accept differences, ease tension, and form bonds. It enables parents to set boundaries and expectations around finances, parenting, and other areas. In addition, it offers all family members a safe space to voice their thoughts and feelings.

How does blended family counseling work?

Blended family counseling will likely involve attending sessions as a group, but it might also involve individual sessions with each family member. It works by encouraging the group to share any emotions, concerns, or challenges they might be experiencing, as it relates to the family, and then offering tailored solutions.

Is blended family counseling conducted in person or online?

Blended family counseling at Thriveworks in Richmond, VA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does blended family counseling last?

Blended family counseling from one of our providers at Thriveworks in Richmond, VA can be short- or long-term, lasting for weeks, months, or years. The length is dependent on the family’s areas of concerns, whether they’re more immediate or they’re more complex. Together with your therapist, you can determine how long you should plan on attending therapy for best results.

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Blending a Family in Richmond, VA—Counselors and Therapists

Being in a blended family is all about establishing healthy relationships, and there are a lot of relationships to establish: between siblings, parent to child and child to parent, with the ex’s, and within the couple—just to name a few. Setting up even one of those relationships is tough, but blended families are forging these connections all at the same time. Like most challenges, when blended families work through difficulty, they often find the opportunity. Blended families can be homes will deep resilience and love grow, and no one has to face the difficulties alone. Blended family counseling is often a resource and a place where new families can receive the support they need to build the family they want.

Thriveworks Richmond offers blended family therapy because we know that many challenges can hold blended families back. But we also know that those challenges can be overcome. Reach out to us today if you think you could benefit from blended family therapy and you’d like to schedule your first session.

What Do Blended Families Look Like?

There is no “correct” answer to this question, but there is also no “wrong” answer. Blended families come in every shape and every size. They are often filled with love and acceptance. They make room for imperfection, forgiveness, and second-chances. They also often make room for anyone and everyone who needs a home. Blended families can be…

  • Divorced, broken-up, or separated parents who are now living in separate homes. They are both active in their parenting roles, and if they are dating or remarried, the new partner is not involved in the children’s lives.
  • Remarried divorcees who both have children and will both be parenting all the children.
  • A widowed parent who remarries. The new spouse does not have children, but is slowly moving into a parenting role.
  • And the list can go on and on…

The US Census Bureau estimates that 1300 new blended families are formed every day and that half of the 60 million kids in the US who are 13 years-old and younger live in a blended home. Blended families, in all their beautiful diversity, are a growing population, and many are bumping up against common challenges as both the kids and the adults adjust to their new life together.

Scheduling an Appointment at Thriveworks Richmond for Blended Families

The challenges for blended families are common, but so are the solutions. Many families press through the difficulty and reap the benefits of being one, big, happy home. If you are in the process of bringing two families together, know that help is available. Thriveworks Richmond offers counseling for blended families, and we have appointments available. When you call our office, your first appointment may be within the week. We offer evening and weekend sessions, and we accept many insurance plans. Call today.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Richmond accept 32 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Compsych

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Self-pay costs at Richmond
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

4.8 Learn about verified reviews
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I feel very comfortable with my provider and feel like she understands the issues and concerns in my life. She listens and offers reassurance that my issues are manageable and or gives guidance on how to look at issues differently. I value the experience with her.
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Lily Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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When receiving a link via text or email from Thriveworks to complete pre-session questionnaires, the links prompt a login. The login method is almost always to send a code to your email. It would be helpful to just be prompted for a username/password, so I don't have to see the email, click the link, open in external browser, go back to the email for the code, back to the browser to verify the code, THEN finally get to my questionnaire.
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Mariana Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Appreciate how easy it is to join the video conference, and to schedule a follow up session. Paula is great! She is a great listener and gives very practical advice.
Jeremiah Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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How responsive the provider was to a request for an appointment.
Janae Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Christin has worked with me very patiently for far longer than I've deserved and basically helped me navigate Covid in one piece.
Henry Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Christy listens. She pays attention. She offers insights I never thought of and points out successes that I view negatively. I really enjoy working with her and look forward to our next session every week.
Vivian Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Annette has a unique understanding of what it means to be a caregiver of a loved one who is dying. She is also not afraid to talk about spirituality. I feel understood and supported.
Ebony Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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She’s always good at helping me work through issues using critical thinking and therapeutic techniques
Eduardo Aug 2026Thriveworks.com verified review
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Where to find us

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Address

5310 Markel Rd Suite 102
Richmond, VA 23230

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Richmond is located near Markel Rd and Fitzhugh Ave, off W Broad St. It is a short distance from the Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital and right by the Libbie Mill Library.

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Phone number

(804) 312-5498
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Languages spoken by VA providers

  • English
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Hours

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

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Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
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