Individual Therapy

Individual therapy in Minnesota for children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions through in-person and online counseling.

Quick Facts

Who We Help: Children, teens, adults, and individuals seeking personalized mental health support

Conditions Treated: Anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, stress, panic attacks, and life transitions

Therapeutic Approaches: CBT, EMDR, trauma-informed therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and evidence-based counseling

Session Types: Individual therapy sessions and telehealth counseling

Session Lengths: Varies based on treatment goals and individual needs

Care Options: In-person therapy and online counseling across Minnesota

Locations: Brooklyn Center, Eagan, Golden Valley, North St. Paul, and Shakopee

Insurance: Major insurance plans accepted including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Medica, Medicare, Medicaid, and United Healthcare

A Path To Betterment

Licensed individual therapy in Minnesota offers a compassionate and personalized approach to mental health care, providing individuals with the tools and support they need to navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re seeking help for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, or personal growth, individual therapy creates a safe and confidential space to explore your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors.

Skilled therapists in Minnesota utilize evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs, fostering resilience and empowering you to overcome obstacles. With in-person and telehealth options available, individual therapy provides flexible and accessible care to help you achieve a greater sense of balance, well-being, and fulfillment.

Are you experiencing any of the following mental health concerns?

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Anxiety, panic attacks, or OCD

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Depression and lack of motivation

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Dysfunctional relationships

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Insatiable grief resulting from a loss

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Post traumatic symptoms

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Help adjusting to a new big life change

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The desire to grow and achieve self improvement in targeted areas

What Is Individual Therapy?

Individual therapy is a one-on-one counseling process that helps individuals better understand their emotions, behaviors, thoughts, and life experiences. Therapy provides a confidential and supportive space to process challenges, develop coping strategies, and work toward personal growth and emotional wellness.

At BHSI, therapy is tailored to each individual’s goals, experiences, strengths, and mental health needs.

How Can Individual Therapy Help?

Individual therapy can help people manage anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, and emotional overwhelm. Counseling also supports self-awareness, emotional resilience, communication skills, healthier coping patterns, and personal growth.

Therapy provides practical tools and support to help individuals navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and clarity.

Transform Into The Best Version of Yourself

Build practical tools to manage and increase your mental health

Reframe unhelpful thoughts and develop healthier perspectives

Strengthen boundaries to protect your time and energy

Rediscover joy, motivation, and a sense of purpose that drives you forward

Improve relationships with your loved ones & build new healthy relationships

Develop healthier coping mechanisms to navigate life challenges

How Individual Therapy Works

1. Initial Consultation

Your therapist learns more about your concerns, emotional experiences, symptoms, and goals for treatment.

2. Personalized Assessment

Treatment is tailored to your individual mental health needs, strengths, and life experiences.

3. Building Trust and Support

Therapy focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment for open conversation and healing.

4. Skill Building and Emotional Growth

Sessions may focus on coping skills, emotional regulation, self-awareness, communication, and healthier thought patterns.

5. Continued Growth and Care

Treatment evolves alongside your goals, helping support long-term emotional wellness and personal growth.

Personalized Care for Your Unique Journey

In individual therapy, the focus is entirely on you—your goals, your experiences, and your journey toward healing and growth. Our licensed therapists in Minnesota understand that no two individuals are the same, which is why they prioritize creating a collaborative and tailored experience. Through strategically developed therapy techniques, our team’s sessions are designed to address your specific challenges and build on your strengths. Whether you’re starting therapy for the first time or returning after a break, individual therapy provides a judgment-free environment where you can process emotions, develop coping strategies, and gain valuable insights for a more empowered and intentional life.

FAQ

What can individual therapy help with?

Individual therapy can help with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, OCD, stress, relationship concerns, panic attacks, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions.

Is individual therapy confidential?

Yes. Therapy sessions are confidential, with limited exceptions required by law related to safety and protection concerns.

Do you offer online individual therapy in Minnesota?

Yes. BHSI offers both in-person and telehealth individual therapy services throughout Minnesota.

What therapy approaches are used in individual counseling?

Therapists may use CBT, EMDR, mindfulness-based therapy, trauma-informed therapy, and other evidence-based approaches depending on the individual’s needs.

How long does individual therapy last?

The length of therapy varies for every person. Some individuals benefit from short-term support, while others continue therapy longer for ongoing growth and emotional wellness.


Do you accept insurance?

Yes. BHSI accepts many major insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Medica, Medicare, Medicaid, and United Healthcare.

Sources & Evidence-Based Care

BHSI uses evidence-based therapy approaches supported by leading mental health organizations and clinical research.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is considered an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, and emotional distress.
    American Psychological Association (APA): https://www.apa.org
  • Individual therapy and mental health treatment can improve emotional wellness, coping skills, and overall daily functioning.
    National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): https://www.nimh.nih.gov
  • Access to mental health counseling and early emotional support is associated with improved long-term mental health outcomes.
    Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth