Thriveworks

Thank you, Thriveworks team! Our employees have spoken, and we're proud to be certified by Great Place To Work US for the third 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.

According to a new study by Fractl, 1 in 5 GenAI users believe romantic love between humans and AI can be real, and 3% already use their chatbot as a romantic partner. Thriveworks clinician Alexandra Cromer spoke to Newsweek about why so many people believe these relationships are real and the long-term implications. "While we are in no way shaming people for seeking romantic love and connection, many people fail to understand that AI is not 'sentient' and the way it talks and responds to you is solely based on the information you give it. A 'real' romantic relationship between two people involves two people who are different and autonomous; they're not controlled or heavily influenced by each other and make an active choice to be committed together." Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gYUkg3MY

We’re excited to welcome Amy Pearlman, MSW, LICSW, as Thriveworks’ new Senior Vice President of Clinical Strategy. Amy is a seasoned clinician and behavioral health executive whose work will help define what quality care truly looks like. In her Thrive 5 interview, Amy shares how measurement can guide us, why balance between digital innovation and human connection is essential, and her holistic view of how mental health fits into overall health and wellness. You can read more about Amy here: https://lnkd.in/g3QaBkEp

In recognition of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Thriveworks had the privilege of joining Atrium Health’s Bridge to Tomorrow: Suicide Prevention and the Power of Connection breakfast last week, represented by Gabrielle Bowens. A heartfelt thank you to Jennifer Cannon, LCSW and Dorinda Snyder for inviting Thriveworks to be part of such an important conversation. In Gabrielle's words: "Events like this remind me how powerful collaboration and connection are in advancing suicide prevention and supporting our communities.”

Could you be scrolling your way into the “Seasonal Sads”? As we prepare for the fall, with its shorter days and cooler temps, people tend to spend more time scrolling social media which can amplify the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Thriveworks clinician Dayton Olsen recently spoke to WDBJ 7 TV about combating the onset of SAD including consistent sleep, planned outdoor time and meaningful connections over social media scrolling which can stir loneliness, comparison, and negative emotions. You can check out his interview here: https://lnkd.in/gDMCwZ54

Speaking up in the boardroom. Networking at conferences. Presenting to clients. For professionals with social anxiety, these moments can feel overwhelming—and well-meaning phrases like “just relax” or “you’re overreacting” don’t help. They often minimize the experience and increase self-doubt. Thriveworks clinician Whitney McSparran recently spoke with TIME about the phrases that do help friends or team members experiencing social anxiety. Check out her advice here: https://lnkd.in/g64Xs23z

llinois recently became the third state—joining Utah and Nevada—to ban the use of AI in therapy. The rollout of these new regulations underscores the need to implement new technologies thoughtfully, with a focus on the people it impacts most: clinicians and clients. In a recent interview with WBBM | CBS Chicago, Thriveworks clinician Christina Geiselhart highlighted the importance of keeping therapy human-centric, while pointing to areas where AI can still play a supportive role (like administrative tasks that ease clinician burden). Read more and listen to the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/g4D8G4Gk

At Thriveworks, we believe mental health care works best when it’s delivered by clinicians from the communities they serve. In a new blog, our Chief Growth Officer Michael Midgette shares how community-based care strengthens the therapeutic relationship and drives better outcomes—particularly when supported by a strong national infrastructure. Read more about our hyperlocal approach to care here: https://lnkd.in/gbAqHd57

At Thriveworks, supporting clinician success is central to all that we do. That's why for the second half of 2025, as Chief Strategy Officer Jenny Welling-Palmer recently shared with Becker’s Behavioral Health, we're focused on: - Reducing friction in clinician workflows - Expanding opportunities for collaboration & development - Strengthening client-clinician matching to support outcomes - Partnering with health systems & PCPs to scale integrated care - Refining our clinical strategy around measurable impact We know that well-supported clinicians deliver better care for clients, and better outcomes overall. Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/g6brtcXX

Feel like you're hearing "therapy words" (think gaslighting, triggered and toxic) more in everyday situations, including in the workplace? You're not alone. Recent research from Thriveworks reveals a staggering 95% of Americans encounter therapy-related terms in daily life. While greater awareness of these terms can contribute to reduced stigma around mental health, unfortunately, these popularized terms aren't always being used correctly. Check out the full results of this study in our latest (link in comments!), and tell us below which terms you've heard over or misused.