Individual Therapy
Evidence-based, personalized mental health support for adults
Good Counsel Therapy offers compassionate, HIPAA-compliant individual therapy for adults in Texas and New Jersey. Whether you're navigating life changes, healing from trauma, or managing anxiety and depression, online therapy provides flexible, effective support tailored to your unique needs.
What is Individual Therapy?
Individual therapy is a collaborative process between you and a licensed therapist where you work together to:
Understand and process difficult emotions
Develop healthier coping strategies
Heal from past trauma
Improve relationships
Build self-awareness and confidence
Create meaningful change in your life
Therapy is a safe, confidential space where you can be honest about your struggles without fear of judgment.
Our Approach to Individual Therapy
Our goal in treatment is to help individuals find more effective ways to live healthier, happier, and more successful lives. We specialize in helping adult survivors of complex trauma (C-PTSD) including early attachment wounds, parentification, and having parents that struggle with mental health. We also treat victims of childhood abuse who have transitioned into parenthood themselves and are struggling with learning how to cope with their own childhood trauma. Among our specialties is the treatment of anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.
We take several theoretical approaches in therapy depending on the individual needs of the client. We mostly practice Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which is best in helping someone make positive emotional and behavioral changes. We also incorporate mindfulness, exposure, and/or distress tolerance (among other skills and techniques) into treatment.
Therapeutic Approaches We Use
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is an evidence-based approach that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. By identifying and challenging unhelpful thought patterns, you can make positive emotional and behavioral changes.
Mindfulness-Based Techniques
Mindfulness helps you stay present and observe your thoughts and feelings without judgment. These skills can reduce anxiety, improve emotional regulation, and increase self-awareness.
Exposure Therapy
For anxiety disorders and PTSD, exposure therapy involves gradually confronting feared situations or memories in a safe, controlled way. This helps reduce avoidance and anxiety over time.
Distress Tolerance Skills
When emotions feel overwhelming, distress tolerance techniques provide immediate coping strategies to help you get through crisis moments without making things worse.
Trauma-Informed Care
All of our work is grounded in an understanding of how trauma affects the brain, body, and behavior. Therapy is paced according to your needs and focuses on safety, empowerment, and healing.
Why Choose Good Counsel Therapy?
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Your privacy matters. All online therapy sessions use encrypted, HIPAA-compliant video platforms to ensure your conversations remain completely confidential. We adhere to the highest standards of professional ethics and data security.
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Maranice Strickland is a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Fully licensed in Texas and New Jersey, she is committed to your mental health journey with compassionate, professional care.
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No commute. No waiting rooms. Schedule therapy sessions that fit your work and family commitments, with evening and weekend appointments available. Online counseling makes mental health support accessible when you need it most.
FAQs
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Online therapy (also called teletherapy or telehealth counseling) is a form of mental health treatment conducted remotely using secure video calls. A licensed therapist provides the same kinds of support they would in person—including talk therapy, coping strategies, and treatment plans—but through an online platform.
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Yes, for many people and many mental health conditions, research shows that online therapy can be just as effective as traditional in-person therapy. Studies have found comparable outcomes for conditions like:
Generalized anxiety disorder
Major depressive disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Relationship and stress-related concerns
A comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis published in JMIR Mental Health found that psychiatric treatment conducted via telemedicine showed comparable effectiveness to in-person modality for posttraumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders.
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Your first session is usually focused on getting to know each other and setting goals. Common steps include:
Reviewing confidentiality and how online therapy works
Discussing your concerns, history, and what brought you to therapy
Setting short- and long-term goals
Testing the technology (e.g., audio/video, comfort with the platform)
Asking any questions about the therapist's approach
You won't have to share everything at once—it's okay to go at your own pace.
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Online therapy may be a good fit if you:
Prefer the convenience of home sessions or have mobility or scheduling challenges
Feel comfortable communicating over video or phone
Want access to more therapist options outside your immediate area
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Yes, in many cases. Most major insurance plans in Texas and New Jersey cover online therapy (telehealth) similarly to in-person sessions, especially since coverage expanded after the COVID-19 pandemic. Coverage depends on your specific plan—co-pays, deductibles, and in-network requirements may still apply.
To learn more about our accepted insurance plans and self-pay rates, visit our Rates & Insurance page.
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Yes. Your privacy is very important to us. All sessions are conducted on a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform to ensure that your information and conversations remain completely confidential.
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Find a quiet, private space where you feel comfortable and won't be interrupted. It can help to have a notebook or something to drink nearby, and most importantly… just come as you are! There's no need to prepare anything special.
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Life happens! If you need to reschedule or cancel, just let us know as soon as possible. Our policy requires 24-hour notice to avoid a late cancellation fee, and we'll always do our best to find a new time that works for you.
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Most clients start with weekly sessions to build consistency and momentum. As you begin to feel more grounded and confident, we can adjust the frequency to fit your needs and goals.
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If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or struggling to cope with daily life, therapy can help. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.
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Not all therapists or approaches are the right fit for everyone. Finding the right therapist and approach makes a huge difference. Let's talk about what didn't work before and how we can approach things differently.
It’s Time to Take the First Step
Starting therapy takes courage, but you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. Whether you're healing from trauma, managing anxiety, strengthening your relationship, or simply want to live a more fulfilling life, We are here to help.
Ready to begin? Send an email to schedule your first session or call to learn more.