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As a woman of color who has navigated trauma and loss, I understand how deeply life’s painful experiences can affect us and am com...
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As a woman of color who has navigated trauma and loss, I understand how deeply life’s painful experiences can affect us and am committed to supporting clients with empathy, authenticity, and healthy coping skills.
I am a licensed mental health counselor associate (LMHCA) with 16 years of experience supporting clients through challenges such as self-esteem concerns, mood disorders, trauma, and major life transitions. I aim to meet you exactly where you are in your journey and provide a space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to navigate the complexities of life with greater confidence and clarity.
I earned my master’s degree in community counseling from Argosy University. I use an integrated approach that includes cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and reality-based techniques to help clients build practical coping skills, gain insight, and strengthen their sense of control in their daily lives.
I am excited that you are taking this step toward healing, and it would be an honor to support you along the way. I am committed to offering a nonjudgmental space where we can explore your strengths and work toward meaningful growth at a pace that feels safe for you. You deserve care, compassion, and a path forward—and I look forward to walking it with you.
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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.
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.
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.
Yes, online therapy is just as effetive for many clients as in-person sessions.
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.
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.
Your schedule may be busy but you deserve to receive quality mental and emotional care. At Thriveworks, we’ve created virtual counseling services that work around your commitments. In addition to weekday sessions, we offer evening and weekend appointments with licensed counselors and therapists. These appointments can be attended from your home, work, car, or anywhere else you would like.
Our online licensed counselors and therapists will create a treatment plan that benefits you. Your schedule doesn’t have to stop you from receiving the care you deserve. Consider setting up an online therapy appointment with us at Thriveworks in West Des Moines, IA to begin your wellness journey.
One of the many benefits of virtual therapy is that it offers the same kinds of care as traditional therapy. Your online provider can meet with you individually, as a couple, or as a family. They’ll also be able to address a range of issues including:
Your provider may use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or other forms of therapy to provide treatment for these and other challenges. To schedule your first online session, please call us at Thriveworks in West Des Moines, IA or book online.
The benefits of therapy are plentiful. Whether you’re meeting with a licensed mental health professional online or in person, counseling can help you improve your confidence, address pressing concerns, and prepare for future problems.
But online counseling offers additional benefits to the ones listed above. These benefits include:
Increased flexibility, comfort, and access are just a few of the reasons many people choose to meet with an online therapist. Whatever your reason for choosing online therapy, our online providers will deliver the same exceptional care they’d provide during an in-person therapy session.
We accept health insurance and even offer a flexible cancellation policy, should you need to reschedule your appointment for a later date. Appointments are available seven days a week and new clients can often meet with their therapist or counselor within the same week as scheduling.
Whether you prefer face-to-face or online therapy services, there’s never a wrong time to sign up for mental health services. When you’re ready, schedule an appointment with the licensed professionals at Thriveworks in West Des Moines, IA to begin.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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