6,132 people sought online therapy help in California in the last year

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

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Good news! We have 11 therapists in California available for an online or in-person session.

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?

Our Thriveworks therapists at Thriveworks in Riverside, CA accept 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.

Need more help deciding?

Because of the freedom and flexibility that virtual counseling affords, the fully licensed online counselors at Thriveworks Riverside have more appointments available, at more times, even evenings and weekends. They can usually meet a first-time client within the week of their initial call. So reach out today to get started. 

Can Anyone Perform Online Therapy? 

All the mental health providers at Thriveworks in Riverside, CA are fully licensed, whether they’re meeting with clients online or in person. Licensing and proper certifications are definitely something that people need to be aware of these days when they book online counseling appointments due to the proliferation of telehealth services.

When you book an online counseling appointment at Thriveworks in Riverside, CA, you know that you’ll meet with a top-rated, fully licensed, experienced therapist who can offer the same quality of expertise and compassionate support that they can in-person. 

What Are Some Benefits of Online Counseling?

Studies show that online counseling can be just as effective as in-person, whether someone is doing psychotherapy sessions or specialized therapy like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). But online counseling at Thriveworks in Riverside, CA provides additional benefits as well, including:

  • Enhanced access to mental health services
  • Client satisfaction
  • Strong therapeutic relationships
  • Accessibility for clients in rural areas or clients with limited mobility
  • Cost-efficiency
  • Anonymity
  • Reduced stigma
  • Accessibility while traveling
  • Increased scheduling flexibility
  • Enhanced comfort levels
  • Easy adaptability for family therapy or couples counseling

Start Your Relationship with an Exceptional Online Counselor at Thriveworks in Riverside, CA

Scheduling an appointment with an online counselor at Thriveworks in Riverside, CA is easy and convenient. For example, you can get scheduled for your first online appointment with an exceptional counselor by phone or by booking online. Most of these sessions take place quickly, within the week of your call. In addition, we offer evening and weekend sessions, and accept most major insurances.

Call our office today to set up your appointment with one of our exceptional online counselors. Don’t hesitate to get the mental health support you deserve at Thriveworks. 

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 California therapists and counselors accept 27 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Blue Shield of California | BCBS

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

  • Humana Exchange

  • Humana HMO/POS

  • Humana Medicare Advantage

  • Humana PPO | EPO | HDHP

  • Imperial Health Plan Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Riverside
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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4.5 Thriveworks Riverside reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Read more Thriveworks helped me realize that I do believe people can change. I’m not the person I was three months ago, broken and fearful. I’m healthy and happy and for the first time being kind to myself. Thank you for giving me my life back.
Anonymous Thriveworks Client
Review left on Thriveworks.com

Where to find us

Getting here

We are at the intersection of Magnolia Ave and Beatty Dr — we share a building with Vigo, Lana Auto Sales, NutriMost, LACA Group, New Day Institute, Jason Dsouza, American Realty, and others. Across the intersection and slightly at a diagonal is a Papa John’s Pizza and West Coast Luxuries shoe store, as well as Riverside Scooters and Best Food Pizza Inc. Nearby is also Magnolia Wheel Alignment & Brake Center, Ideal Cleaners, Hair by Daryl, Alin Party Supply, and FitOne Foundation.

Phone number

(909) 640-6972

Languages spoken by CA providers

  • English
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