Thriveworks

Thank you, Thriveworks team! Our employees have spoken, and we're proud to be certified by Great Place To Work US for the second year in a row. At Thriveworks, we're united by our core values and our dedication to making therapy work better for everyone. A career here is about helping others, joining a community, and learning to thrive both personally and professionally. You can join us! Visit thriveworks.com/careers to apply.

Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday, and many of us are thinking of ways to celebrate our moms. But for some, like those dealing with the recent loss of their mother, the festivities can stir up a lot of difficult emotions. Thriveworks therapist and Regional Clinic Director, Geralyn Gulino Fortney, LPC, offered her insights to WSLS 10 on how to cope with challenging feelings around Mother’s Day. When asked how those struggling can cope, Fortney said, “Set healthy boundaries, and acknowledge that, while this holiday may be super awesome for many of my friends and colleagues and family, it’s tough for me - and that’s okay. It’s okay that things are upsetting to you, and recognizing it is the more important part.” Check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eZxXH22m

Many of us are familiar with the idea of fixing someone and, just like Taylor Swift, may have thought, “I Can Fix Him (No Really I Can).” Despite our best intentions, trying to "fix" someone can lead to heartbreak on both sides of the relationship. Thriveworks therapist, Sydney Gomez, offered her insights to HuffPost on why some people are “fixers”. “Oftentimes, people who develop patterns of trying to ‘fix’ others do so as a coping mechanism,” said Gomez, “These individuals may derive a sense of purpose or value from their ability to help others. At times, this is done to counteract deeper seeded feelings of worthlessness or insecurity.” Take a look at the full story here: https://lnkd.in/e7BftsBM

May is Mental Health Awareness Month–a time to highlight the importance of fostering honest and open conversations about mental health. Dr. Mary Ann Covey, a Licensed Psychologist with Thriveworks, offered her insights to KBTX Media The Three on ways to prioritize mental health. If you feel stuck in a negative mental health space, Dr. Covey says, “It always helps to be outside, to be a little active, going for a walk doing something where you’re kind of slowing down and taking care of yourself.” Check out Mary’s full interview here: https://lnkd.in/en2qtUHq

Picture this: a bustling restaurant, each table a tableau of people engrossed in their screens. Screen time has become ingrained in our society, whether for work or entertainment. Too much screen time can have an impact on mental well-being, especially for kids. Thriveworks therapist Quendria Johnson-Kerns offered her insights to FOX Carolina News on how to set healthy boundaries with technology for our kids. Johnson-Kerns said, "Children learn, grow, and develop emotionally, socially, and physically from interacting with others within their environment. Technology and screen time typically take them away from this." When it comes to screen time, Johnson-Kerns suggests focusing on the amount and quality of your child's screen time usage. Watch Quendria’s full interview here: https://lnkd.in/eqqVVFPn

As we recognize National Infertility Awareness Week, it’s important to shine a light on the mental health struggles those with infertility face. Thriveworks therapist, Victoria Riordan, offered her insights to Spectrum News 1 Ohio on the mental health impacts of infertility and how others can provide support. Riordan said that infertility can come with a multitude of emotions, like depression, frustration and grief. One of the best ways to show our support is by not assuming we know what they’re going through. Riordan said “Sometimes we have the habit of saying I know exactly how you feel, right? But we really don’t, even if we’ve gone through a similar situation. We aren’t the same person.” Take a look at Victoria’s full interview here: https://lnkd.in/dcabJCnr

We’re excited to introduce Dr. Dan Frogel as Thriveworks’ new CEO. Dr. Frogel brings more than two decades of healthcare leadership experience to the organization, with a focus in healthcare operations, emergency medicine, and urgent care. He’s spent a great deal of time working with health systems, provider groups and payers, all helping to prepare him for this new role at Thriveworks. Dr. Frogel recently spoke with Behavioral Health Business to discuss what he’s looking forward to and his future plans at Thriveworks. When asked about current Thriveworks partnerships, Frogel said, “Thriveworks was founded and gained a lot of success in the direct-to-consumer marketing channels. It has started to evolve that into more of a partnership model on top of all the wonderful things that we do on the direct-to-consumer side. The way to do that is to build … an organization that has true intrinsic value to the vertical.” Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ekX9-fvq

Members of our leadership team will be at the Future of Mental Healthcare Summit next week. We look forward to engaging with other forward-thinking organizations and exploring ideas and solutions shaping the future of mental health. If you’re headed to Boston, let’s connect to discuss how your organization is tackling challenges and driving innovation in mental healthcare. Message us to reserve some time!

Have you ever had someone constantly comment on things you have while complaining about things they don't? It may be easy to identify the little green monster whispering in their ear. Other times, it can be more challenging to decipher someone's jealousy. Thriveworks therapist Monica Cwynar offered her insights to Parade Media on what subtle jealousy might look like and how to handle it. One phrase Cwynar highlights that might exhibit jealousy is, "I wish I could be as carefree as you and not care what others think." This phrase shows a lack of confidence, and "It suggests that the speaker is envious of the other person's ability to be unconcerned about external opinions and judgments," Cwynar said. Check out the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/eHsEvy8U

How happy are we? According to the 2024 World Happiness Report, happiness levels in the U.S. have fallen significantly. Thriveworks therapist, Jill Lamar, offered her insights to PhillyVoice.com on why that might be. In addition to the World Happiness Report, recent Thriveworks research found that 43% of Americans plan to seek mental health support in the next year. Lamar said that could be indicative of broader attitudes around mental health and the current demand for mental health care, especially among young people. Check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gzcSc5hv