What To Expect

Therapy can be helpful for anyone who wants support navigating life's challenges, improving relationships, understanding themselves better, or making meaningful changes. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can provide a supportive space to explore what you're experiencing. You don't need clear goals before starting therapy.

Your first session is an opportunity for you and your therapist to get to know each other. You'll discuss what brings you to therapy, your current concerns, and what you hope to gain from the experience. Your therapist may ask questions about your background and experiences to better understand your needs. Generally, a diagnostic assessment will be completed and treatment goals will be discussed.  You can ask any questions regarding therapeutic approach and what to expect from ongoing therapy.

Finding the right therapist is an important part of the process. Consider looking for someone whose experience, therapeutic approach, and communication style align with your needs. Feeling safe, understood, and respected by your therapist can help you build a strong therapeutic relationship. It is okay to share with a therapist if something doesn't sit well with you or if you would like something different.

 Many clients begin with weekly sessions, although the frequency depends on your goals, needs, schedule, and therapist's recommendations. Some clients benefit from meeting every other week, while others may need more frequent support. You and your therapist can determine a schedule that works for you.  You can also check with your insurance provider to determine the services covered within your insurance plan.  Affordability can be a factor in selecting frequency.

Talking about difficult experiences can sometimes bring up uncomfortable emotions. This can be a normal part of the therapeutic process, but you should not feel pressured to discuss anything before you're ready. Your therapist will work with you to create a pace that feels manageable and encourage you to communicate when something feels overwhelming.  Your therapist can also provide skills to use to assist in managing emotional responses.  Oftentimes, it takes focus on building the therapeutic relationship before feeling safe enough to discuss more vulnerable topics.

  At Thrive Therapeutic Services, therapists are in-network with most major insurance companies including, HealthPartners, BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare, UMR, Medica, Cigna and Medical Assistance.  We encourage you to verify your mental health benefits, including copays, deductibles, and any authorization requirements, with your insurance provider.  Our administrative staff is willing to assist in any way possible to navigate insurance and costs because we value access to care.

Virtual therapy may be available depending on the therapist, your needs, and applicable licensing requirements. Telehealth allows you to attend sessions from a private location using a secure video platform. Ask our team about availability and whether virtual therapy is an appropriate option for you.  All virtual appointments are easily accessible through our client portal.

Getting started is simple. Simply click on the schedule links or under a specific therapist (if one particular therapist interests you) and choose a date/time that works best for you.  You will receive access to an easy-to-use online portal and be provided paperwork to complete prior to the first session.  If you have any questions along the way, you may reach out to our administrative staff for support through phone, email, or the online portal.