Individual counseling (sometimes called talk therapy, psychotherapy, or simply therapy) is more than just conversation—it’s a safe, supportive way to rewrite your story and move toward the life you want.

When you meet one-on-one with a trained, licensed mental health professional, you’ll gain space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without judgment. Whether you’re navigating everyday stress or facing deep emotional pain, individual counseling offers the guidance and tools to help you heal and grow.

Why People Choose Individual Counseling

Clients often seek therapy when life feels overwhelming or stuck. Common reasons include:

• Anxiety & stress management
• Depression and mood concerns
• Grief and loss
• Anger management
• Parenting struggles
• Relationship and family conflict
• School or career difficulties
• Substance abuse or addiction recovery support
• Major life transitions (divorce, relocation, new job, retirement)

No matter the issue, therapy helps you better understand why you think, feel, and act the way you do—and how to break unhelpful patterns that may have started years ago.al counsel

Allen Counseling Center Allen, Texas; Plano, Texas; McKinney, Texas; Frisco, Texas

Counseling can be scary. You’re already feeling alone, fearful, and lonely through something huge, so opening up to a counselor you’ve never met can be hard.

We provide research-based therapy to clients ranging from ages 3 to 93. Our licensed therapists help you work through challenging situations, difficult feelings, or negative perceptions while helping you better understand yourself and others.

Counselors use research-based therapies in our office, including:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gottman Therapy
EMDR
Play Therapy