INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
Individual therapy is one type of psychotherapy in which a trained professional helps a single person work through personal issues they have been facing. It is an effective treatment for a variety of emotional or behavioral struggles. Also known as talk therapy, it can help improve or control symptoms that influence an individual’s well-being.
How does Individual Therapy Work?
Therapy sessions give individuals the opportunity to confidentially talk through problems or situations with a trained professional. It does not necessarily make problems disappear, but it equips individuals with the tools needed to cope with them more appropriately.
What to Expect from a Therapy Session
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 issues).
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.
7 Reasons Therapy Might Be Right for You
Some people are hesitant to sign up for therapy because of a stigma about mental illness. However, individual therapy is beneficial to all types of people who may be experiencing any one of these common issues:
- Extreme emotions, like sadness or anger
- Recent trauma, such as death of a loved one or divorce
- Substance abuse
- Problems at work
- Loss of enjoyment of activities
- Strained family and/or personal relationships
- Concern from friends or family
The Benefits of Individual Therapy
Therapy 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 seven types of benefits and more:
- Healing from past issues
- Gaining a better understanding of yourself
- Learning how to handle emotions
- Identifying underlying causes of symptoms
- Providing coping strategies
- Managing symptoms
- Facilitating lifestyle changes
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