Individual therapy

Individual therapy is confidential, one-on-one mental health care that provides personalized support for managing life's challenges and improving emotional well-being. Licensed therapists use evidence-based approaches to help individuals address concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and major life changes. Through tailored treatment plans and practical skill-building, therapy helps people develop healthier coping strategies and manage emotions more effectively. Individual therapy can strengthen resilience, improve daily functioning, and support long-term mental health and wellness.

What to expect during individual therapy

Therapy usually starts with a first visit where your therapist asks questions about your concerns, symptoms, health history and goals. This visit may cover a lot of information to help your therapist understand your needs. Together, you will create a plan to guide your care.

During sessions, you may use different strategies based on your goals. Some focus on learning skills. Others focus on trying new tools and practicing how to use them in daily life. Therapy is active, not just talking.

At Optum Behavioral Care, patients complete brief check-in surveys as part of care. These help you and your therapist see what is working and adjust the plan if needed.

Many people start therapy with the goal of learning skills they can use on their own over time.