Thrive Together Counseling

“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”

— Maya Angelou

Whit Friesen, MA, LMHC

Hi, I’m Whit and I would love to work with you as you walk through life and its many challenges. Whatever you are facing, intense emotions, loss, a life transition, or something else that makes you feel stuck, there is hope. Sometimes it just takes a little searching to find it and I am here to help you on your search.

Contact

whitney@thrivetogethercounseling.org

940-320-9647

About my practice

Mission

Through mental health counseling and awareness, TTC enables individuals to progress toward their hopes and dreams. TTC creates a safe, accepting, and empathetic environment that encourages authenticity, empowers individuals, and values equity for all identities and backgrounds, so that individuals can lead fulfilling lives that contribute to a healthy society.

Beliefs

TCC believes in:
-a collaborative therapeutic approach
-a person’s ability to discover their own solutions
-the power of the therapeutic relationship to promote healing and wholeness
-individual autonomy and choice
-equity for all identities and backgrounds
-mental health counseling contributing to the creation of a healthy society

Hope

My hope for you is that you walk away from counseling a more real and authentic version of yourself. I hope you discover your uniqueness and strengths and use them to bravely exist in this wild world.

Frequently Asked Questions.

What is the first session like?

In the first session we will get to know each other. I will tell you about myself as therapist and you will tell me about yourself. We will work together to develop goals that guide our sessions and help you overcome your challenges.

What kinds of challenges do you work with?

I have experience working with depression, anxiety, relationships, stress, burnout, trauma (I am EMDR trained), grief, spirituality, life transitions, and more. I am affirming of and have worked with the lgbtqia+ community. If you’d like to know if I can help you please reach out.

Do you accept insurance?

I accept Optum (Oscar Health, United Healthcare, Oxford), Carelon, Cigna, and Aetna.

What if I don’t have insurance?

I charge $120 out of pocket. I also offer a sliding scale to those who may not be able to afford the out of pocket cost.

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