
Individual Counseling
Individual counseling is a collaborative process in which you work one-on-one with a trained mental health clinician in a safe, compassionate, and confidential environment. Individual counseling helps each individual work through personal issues through empathetic listening, insight, advice, tools, strategies, and experiential exercises.
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Check out the many areas of focus Compass counselors specialize in and read service descriptions below!
Various coping mechanisms and tools for handling stressful situations affect one's mental health, emotions, and ability to maintain and establish peace of mind. Our counselors can help one develop a structured plan for dealing with life's ups and downs and a more peaceful approach to everyday hurdles.
Dealing with persistent sadness and loss of interest can be incredibly overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate this alone. Individual therapy can help you better understand the underlying causes of your challenging emotions. In a safe space, you can learn to manage your feelings more effectively while identifying coping strategies to build resilience and foster a positive outlook.
Living with post-traumatic stress and trauma can feel overwhelming and lonely. Our counselors can provide you with specialized trauma-informed therapeutic techniques to help you cope and work through the roots of your trauma. Techniques can include grounding, mindfulness, meditation, EMDR, and IFS, allowing you to feel safe and present while coping with flashbacks or intrusive thoughts.
There are various treatment options for those with mood disorders, such as bipolar, depression, and anxiety. These treatments often involve helping to change your thought patterns and behaviors to allow you to think more clearly and stabilize your moods for a more positive life.
Both children and adults can have Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, otherwise known as ADHD. The symptoms of ADHD include an inability to focus, being easily distracted, hyperactivity, poor organization skills, and impulsiveness. Not everyone who has ADHD has all these symptoms. They can vary from person to person and tend to change with age. We can support you through this. We understand it can be challenging to endure day-to-day and can affect your everyday life. Therefore, we can provide various resources and coping methods to help you handle it better.
Sexual assault and abuse can result in severe physical and emotional trauma to victims. Our counselors provide trauma-informed and specialized support for survivors and can provide coping strategies in the management of the effects of sexual assault, including methods to avoid re-traumatization. It is essential to understand that it is okay to seek help even if the incident happened long ago and know you are not alone in your healing journey.
Self-esteem is how we value ourselves and have confidence in our abilities to succeed. We may feel optimistic, but we may also have negativity and self-criticism. Low self-esteem can influence our mental health, relationships with friends and family, and efforts in work or school. It can also affect motivation and drive. However, there are coping strategies to get back on track and think more positively. Our counselors can help you individually understand what your negative thoughts are trying to tell you and how to recognize that when these negative messages become intrusive, you can ignore them and acknowledge that they are not valid. Individual counseling can help you to explore the way you feel and how to change your view of yourself and others to create a more positive headspace for you to ease the anxiety that your negative self-esteem is causing.
How we view ourselves is a multifaceted issue that significantly influences our behavior, self-esteem, and interactions with others. Life changes, such as a shift in career, relationships, or personal beliefs, often prompt us to reassess our identity, sometimes leading to distress or confusion. Our therapists support you in a safe space as you navigate these complexities, helping you explore your identity and guiding you toward greater self-understanding and acceptance.
Grief is unique to every individual who has faced losing a loved one. Grief can trigger a wide range of emotions that may be difficult and emotionally draining, especially if they are unexpected. The first step is to acknowledge your pain, support yourself emotionally and physically, and seek support from those who care about you and our counselors, who can help you through the therapeutic process and develop coping strategies during painful moments.
Adjusting to change can be stressful and overwhelming. Even positive change can create stress. Our counselors can help you find ways to cope with your stress through specialized therapy to learn to adjust to change and even embrace it. We can help you learn coping skills and how to manage situations with lots of moving parts, acknowledging that it is okay to feel stress during life transitions and developing confidence to take these moments in stride.
Exploring spirituality is a deeply personal aspect of life that can provide meaning, purpose, and a sense of connection. Our therapists honor and respect your beliefs and practices and help provide a supportive space to explore what is important to you in your journey of understanding, healing, and fulfillment. This collaborative approach fosters a safe environment for openly discussing your experiences, paving the way toward meaningful growth.
Navigating the workplace's complexities can often lead to stress and dissatisfaction. Difficulties with colleagues, feeling undervalued, or struggling to balance your workload can also affect your mental health. We are here to support and help you address these challenges by developing practical communication skills, enhancing conflict resolution strategies, and empowering you to create a healthier work-life balance and thrive professionally.
Managing finances can be stressful for many people. Struggling with debt, budgeting, and financial security can impact one's mental health and create ongoing anxiety. Our therapists can help one explore the emotions impacted by financial management, help one develop a healthier relationship with money, and work together to create a structured plan to incorporate financial strategies and a stronger sense of emotional wellness.
Addiction is a complex issue that is extremely common but often deeply rooted with varying emotions. It can impact many areas of your life, including relationships, work, and financial stability. Individual therapy can provide a safe space for you if you are struggling with addiction issues, where you can explore the underlying causes and learn healthier coping mechanisms that will support and encourage recovery.
Our counselors understand that issues regarding sexual function, feelings, and intimacy can be complex. Whether you are struggling with changes in your sexual health or exploring your sexuality, we can help you navigate your thoughts and feelings openly in individual therapy and find a supportive environment together to help you focus on building your confidence, reinforcing the belief that you are enough, worthy of love, and never alone in your journey.
Counseling can be beneficial for individuals seeking support and guidance in their professional lives. Whether you are contemplating a career change, navigating career development, or facing transitions, our counselors will help you explore your interests, strengths, and values to make informed decisions about your career path.
Many women struggle with unique challenges that can impact their mental health, self-esteem, and overall well-being. These issues may include body image, reproductive health, and career advancement. Our counselors can provide a supportive space for you to explore related emotions and expectations and foster empowerment, confidence, and personal growth.
Coping with separation or divorce can be stressful and overwhelming, impacting not just individuals but their children and families as well. It is essential to recognize that experiencing feelings of denial, anger, and grief, especially in the initial stages, is a normal part of the healing process. Our counselors support you during this challenging time, helping you find clarity and resilience as you move forward and understanding you are not alone.
Anger management in relationships involves recognizing the signs of escalating anger and taking proactive steps to calm down and address the situation constructively. Through counseling, individuals can develop strategies to express their feelings healthily, improve their communication skills, and find effective ways to resolve conflicts without allowing anger to take control.
Parenting is one of the most challenging yet rewarding life experiences. It can feel overwhelming, especially as a new parent navigating the complexities of raising your child. Our counseling sessions are tailored to your unique situation, whether it is conflict with you and your child, family trauma, or development issues related to your child. Our counselors will help you learn the tools to address challenges, and together, we can create a nurturing environment so you can be the best parent possible.
Personality disorders can significantly affect one's thoughts, behaviors, and interactions with others and lead to challenges in relationships, work, and daily life. Individual counseling can be crucial in helping one manage and understand the disorder, learn to set realistic goals, improve communication with others, and develop coping skills to manage one's day-to-day life better.
Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that often involve unhealthy relationships with food, body image, and self-esteem. Individual counseling can be a vital component in your recovery process if you are struggling with these issues. Our counselors will help you understand your problem's underlying root cause, challenge your negative thoughts, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and work on creating a personalized recovery plan. Our continued support will help you reclaim your life and create a better relationship with food and your body.
Relationship distress can significantly impact an individual's well-being and mental health. In individual counseling, our counselors often focus on helping individuals navigate their feelings and thoughts related to their relationship challenges. We provide a safe space for clients to express their emotions, explore underlying issues, and identify patterns contributing to their distress.
Navigating the dating world presents many challenges, including the overwhelming pressure to find meaningful connections. Our counselors help individuals explore their wants and needs in dating, focusing on enhancing self-awareness, building confidence, and understanding personal values and boundaries. Whether someone is starting to date again or looking to deepen an existing connection, we support clients every step of the way.
While building connections socially with others can be fulfilling, many struggle with anxiety and a fear of judgment from others. Individual counseling can provide a safe space to explore feelings of inadequacy, helping you build confidence and learn how to create more meaningful relationships with others. The support of a counselor can help reduce barriers that have previously impeded your social interactions and build your confidence in social settings moving forward.
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