Individual Therapy

What Is Individual Therapy? A Journey Tailored For You

Defining Your Personalized Space for Healing

‍Individual therapy is a collaborative process where you work one-on-one with a dedicated therapist in a confidential and non-judgmental environment. It's a space entirely focused on your needs, goals, and experiences. Here, you can openly explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, gaining clarity and developing effective strategies for navigating life's complexities.

How Individual Therapy Can Support You

‍Individual therapy is highly adaptable and can empower you to:

• Heal from past traumas (PTSD/C-PTSD) and process difficult memories.
• Manage ADHD symptoms like focus, organization, and emotional regulation.
• Address chronic stress & anxiety, finding lasting calm and coping skills.
• Navigate relationship challenges stemming from codependency or communication issues.
• Improve self-esteem, set healthy boundaries, and cultivate self-compassion.
• Cope with grief, depression, life transitions, and identity questions.
• Develop assertive communication and emotional intelligence.

Is Individual Therapy Right for You? Common Reasons Clients Seek Support

Many individuals seek therapy when they feel stuck, overwhelmed, or simply desire personal growth. If you identify with any of the following, individual therapy could be your next step:

You Might Benefit from Individual Therapy if You're Experiencing:

• Persistent feelings of sadness, overwhelm, or hopelessness.
• Difficulty managing stress or anxiety that impacts daily life.
• Lingering effects of past painful experiences or trauma.
• Challenges with focus, organization, or impulsivity (potential ADHD symptoms).
• Struggles with codependency or unhealthy relationship patterns.
• Difficulty communicating your needs or setting boundaries.
• A sense of feeling disconnected, irritable, or emotionally drained.
• A desire for deeper self-understanding and personal development.

Our Approach to Individual Therapy: Empathy Meets Evidence-Based Care

At Compassion Works, your healing journey is guided by a blend of deep empathy, personalized attention, and scientifically-backed therapeutic techniques. We believe true transformation addresses the whole person – mind, body, and spirit.

My Therapeutic Modalities & Techniques for Your Growth

Your therapist will tailor techniques to your unique needs, drawing from:

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): Powerful for processing trauma.
• Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT): Addresses thoughts and behaviors linked to trauma.
• Internal Family Systems (IFS): Understanding your inner parts for healing and wholeness.
• Polyvagal Theory & Somatic Tools: For nervous system regulation and releasing bodily tension from stress or trauma.
• Mindfulness & Regulation Skills: Grounding techniques for anxiety and emotional balance.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): For practical strategies to shift thought patterns.
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
• Solution-Focused Therapy: For goal-oriented progress.
• Attachment Theory: Understanding relational patterns.
• And more, including approaches for ADHD management and codependency recovery.

‍What to Expect: A Collaborative & Empowering Space‍

In your individual therapy sessions, expect a collaborative, non-judgmental, and culturally sensitive environment. We focus on listening deeply, providing real talk with compassion, and equipping you with practical tools. You'll explore your experiences, identify clear goals, and develop strategies to navigate challenges at your own pace, empowering you to live more fully.

Why Choose Compassion Works: Your Partner in Individual Healing

When you're ready to invest in your personal well-being, choosing the right therapist makes all the difference. At Compassion Works, our approach to individual therapy offers distinct advantages:

Authentic Empathy & Lived Understanding

Our therapists, including founder Shanna Drury, LPC, approach your journey with empathy born from deep understanding. We know the courage it takes to heal from childhood trauma, navigate ADHD challenges, or break free from codependency, offering a truly non-judgmental space where you feel genuinely heard."

Holistic Care, Rooted in Research

We go beyond traditional approaches, integrating cutting-edge, evidence-based therapies with body-centered and holistic techniques. This comprehensive care ensures we address trauma stored in the body, regulate your nervous system for anxiety, and provide tailored strategies for ADHD, leading to more complete and lasting transformation.

Flexible Access & Local Understanding

Receive compassionate individual therapy in Frisco, TX, at our serene office, or choose the convenience of secure virtual therapy across Texas. Our therapists are skilled in providing remote support, with specific insights into the needs of clients in areas like Sugar Land, TX, ensuring quality care is accessible to you, wherever you are.

Ready for a Breakthrough? Start Your Individual Therapy Today.

If you're seeking a dedicated space to address your personal challenges, find clarity, and move towards a more empowered life, individual therapy is for you. Take the first brave step towards lasting well-being.