Individual Therapy
In individual therapy, clients will work one-on-one with their therapist to develop a unique treatment plan tailored to their own specific needs. Our goal is to empower individuals to effectuate positive changes in their lives. Individual therapy can help people create meaning and fulfillment in their lives through accomplishing personal goals.
What to expect when you participate in individual therapy:
Not all therapy sessions are the same. The process of each therapy session depends on the therapist’s approach, the clients needs and the clients’ goals of therapy.
First, a client must schedule an intake assessment. During the intake assessment the therapist will gather information about the client’s history, reasons for seeking therapy and goals for treatment. The next few sessions will focus on building a therapeutic relationship between the client and therapist. The goal is to establish a trusting relationship that will help the client feel safe and able to express themselves in a confidential and non-judgmental space.
The client and therapist will work to discuss the client’s thoughts, feelings and behaviors that led them to seek therapy. The therapist will use different techniques that are based on their theoretical orientation. Theoretical orientation is the style or philosophy a therapist uses to guide their approach to treatment. (eg. Cognitive behavioral therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or EMDR). The therapist will help their client develop new skills to manage their symptoms and improve their overall functioning.
Progress in therapy will be regularly monitored and goals can be adjusted as needed. Therapy may be short-term or long-term. When a client has reached their goals, therapy may be terminated.
