Individual Therapy

Individual counseling (sometimes called psychotherapy, talk therapy, or treatment) is a process through which clients work one-on-one with a trained mental health clinician in a safe, caring, and confidential environment.

What is the goal of individual therapy?

The primary goal of individual therapy is to increase understanding of one's thought and behavior patterns to help increase function and well-being. In therapy, people can learn how to effectively manage stress, interpersonal difficulties and troubling situations.

Individual therapy is useful for many types of situations that cause stress, anger, grief or conflict. In a comfortable, private setting, an individual and a therapist will explore many different important issues, including (but not limited to):

• Expression of thoughts and emotions
• Behavior patterns
• Problem solving
• Conflict resolution
• Strengths and weaknesses

Individual therapy may be short-term (focusing on immediate issues) or long-term (delving into more complex problems). The number of sessions and the frequency of appointments depends on the individual’s situation and the recommendations of the therapist.

The exact way in which this therapy is implemented tends to vary depending on the issues in question, the practices of the therapist and the needs of the individual.

How Individual Therapy can help you?

Individual therapy is an effective treatment for many types of mental, emotional and behavioral health issues. But, it can also help people who are facing difficult life situations, or would like to develop healthier, more functional personal habits.

Therapy sessions can provide these types of benefits and more:

• Adding to your support network
• Gaining a better understanding of yourself
• Learning how to handle emotions
• Identifying underlying causes of symptoms
• Providing coping strategies
• Managing symptoms
• Facilitating lifestyle changes

Whatever your issues may be experiencing , Individual therapy can be a life-changing experience. IMS Behavioral health provides mental and behavioral health services for individuals that work to improve overall wellness. If you want to find out more please contact us today.