Individual Therapy
Skills-focused sessions to help you build tools for lasting change
Using CBT and supportive counseling, personalized to where you are today (Ages 13+)
What Is Individual Therapy?
Individual therapy is one-on-one time focused on helping you understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while building practical skills to feel better. It's a safe space to explore what's going on and learn tools that actually work.
I use evidence-based approaches that focus on what you can do differently today to start feeling better. This isn't just talking about problems—it's about building skills and making real changes.
My Therapy Approach
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Learn how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect
- Supportive Counseling: Process experiences in a warm, non-judgmental space
- Skills-Focused: Build practical tools you can use in daily life
- Goal-Oriented: Work toward specific changes you want to see
- Present-Focused: Address what's happening in your life right now
Skills You'll Learn
- Recognizing and changing unhelpful thought patterns
- Managing anxiety and worry effectively
- Coping with difficult emotions
- Improving communication and relationships
- Building healthy routines and habits
- Problem-solving and decision-making
Who This Is For
Therapy might be helpful if you're experiencing:
- • Anxiety that interferes with daily activities
- • Depression or persistent sadness
- • Difficulty managing stress
- • Relationship or social challenges
- • Life transitions or major changes
- • Low self-esteem or confidence issues
- • Problems with school or work performance
- • Difficulty making decisions
- • Feeling overwhelmed or stuck
- • Want to better understand yourself
Common goals people work on:
- • “I want to worry less and enjoy life more”
- • “I need better ways to cope with stress”
- • “I want to feel more confident in social situations”
- • “I need help managing my emotions”
- • “I want to improve my relationships”
- • “I need to figure out what I want in life”
- • “I want to stop negative thinking patterns”
- • “I need help with time management and organization”
Ages served: 13 years and older. Teens and adults welcome.
What to Expect
First Session - Getting to Know You
We'll talk about what brought you to therapy, your goals, and what you'd like to work on. I'll explain how therapy works and answer any questions you have.
Building Skills and Understanding
Each session focuses on specific skills or topics that relate to your goals. We might practice new ways of thinking, learn coping strategies, or work through specific situations.
You'll often have things to practice between sessions—small steps that help you apply what we discuss in real life.
Practicing and Adjusting
We'll check in on how things are going and adjust our approach based on what's working. Therapy is collaborative—your feedback helps guide our sessions.
Progress and Maintenance
As you start feeling better and using your new skills consistently, we'll space sessions further apart and focus on maintaining your progress.
Therapy for Teens (Ages 13-17)
Teen-Focused Approach
- • Age-appropriate therapy techniques
- • Focus on school, friends, and family issues
- • Building identity and self-confidence
- • Preparing for independence
- • Managing academic and social pressures
- • Developing healthy coping skills
Parent/Guardian Involvement
For teens under 18, parent/guardian consent is required. I work with families to balance teen privacy with appropriate parent involvement.
- • Regular (but not constant) parent updates
- • Family sessions when helpful
- • Clear agreements about confidentiality
- • Support for the whole family system
A Safe Space for Teens
Teens have their own space in therapy to explore their thoughts and feelings. I understand the unique challenges of being a teenager and provide support without judgment.
How to Prepare
Before Your First Session
- • Think about what you want to work on
- • Consider your goals for therapy
- • Write down questions or concerns
- • Find a private space for telehealth sessions
- • Test your device and internet connection
- • Complete any intake forms
Questions to Consider
- • What would you like to feel differently?
- • What situations are most challenging?
- • What have you tried that has helped before?
- • What are your biggest concerns about therapy?
- • How will you know therapy is working?
- • What questions do you have about the process?
It's Normal to Feel Nervous
Starting therapy can feel scary or uncomfortable—that's completely normal. We'll go at your pace, and you can share as much or as little as feels comfortable each session.
Session Details
Session Length & Frequency
- Session length: 45-50 minutes
- Typical frequency: Weekly initially
- As progress continues: Every 2-3 weeks
- Maintenance: Monthly or as needed
- Duration: Varies by individual goals
What We Don't Provide
- • 24/7 crisis intervention
- • Emergency therapy sessions
- • Therapy for eating disorders requiring higher level of care
- • Substance abuse treatment (but we can provide referrals)
For crisis support: Call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text “HELLO” to 741741.
Ready to Build the Skills You Need?
Start your therapy journey with practical, evidence-based approaches that help you feel more like yourself.