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Dretha Burris

Hear from Dretha Burris, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)

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What is your go-to approach for individual therapy?

My go-to approach for individual therapy is helping someone examine their thoughts, feelings, and responses, as well as looking at patterns of relationships in their lives. I believe this is helpful for understanding and for making positive changes.

Every person is unique. When it comes to therapy, I try to find the best strategy for the client's needs. Clients benefit when therapy is tailored to their needs.

What tools do you teach in individual therapy?

The tools I help people in individual therapy develop include strengthening self-awareness, strengthening other awareness, deep breathing techniques, sensory techniques, journaling, and the 5-4-3-2-1 exercises for being aware of sights, sounds, thoughts, and feelings.

Journaling is an essential skill in therapy. It helps focus thoughts and helps client remember important events in their life.

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when the client shares positive changes in their thoughts, feelings, and responses to their stressors and also expresses improvement themselves.

My clients get regular updates on their progress. They usually know the progress is meaningful when their symptoms begin to improve and they feel more at ease with their authentic self.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement individual therapy?

Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by utilizing the strategies they are learning in therapy, reading appropriate books, and leaning on their network of support.

During personal time, I recommend that clients take time out for journaling and self-care.

What should someone do to prepare for starting individual therapy?

To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can be committed to showing up and willing to be honest in the session.

Preparing for therapy simply involves making the first step to reach out and call. If you want to prepare, make a list of things in life that have caused you distress so that you can be specific in your needs.

Starting Individual therapy

What is individual therapy?

Individual therapy, also known as individual-counseling, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.

How does individual therapy work?

Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.

Can individual therapy help me?

Yes, individual therapy, also known as individual-counseling, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.

Is individual therapy conducted in person or online?

Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does individual therapy last?

The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.

How much does individual therapy cost?

At Thriveworks, we take most major forms of insurance, which means that many of our clients only pay $0-$50 co-pay per session. However, there are also self-pay options that sit around $200 per session, depending on the service and location, for those who are out-of-network.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Rowlett therapists and counselors accept 43 insurance plans

  • APEX Memorial Hermann

  • ARIA | Covenant Management Systems

  • Aetna

  • Ambetter by Superior Health Plan

  • Auto Club Enterprises (Employers Health Network)

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas HMO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas PPO

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Buist Byars and Taylor (Employers Health Network)

  • Carelon

  • Christus Health Plan Exchange

  • Christus Health Plan Medicare Advantage

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Self-pay costs at Rowlett
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

5.0 Thriveworks Rowlett reviews are collected through Thriveworks.com.
★★★★★
Dretha Burris is an exceptional individual who possesses a sincere and deep compassion for everyone. She is an amazing listener and has the ability to process definitive solutions for individual and family needs and concerns. Her knowledge, wisdom, loyalty, and dedication are unsurpassed in this field. Without doubt or hesitation, I highly recommend Dretha Burris.
Read more Dretha Burris is an exceptional individual who possesses a sincere and deep compassion for everyone. She is an amazing listener and has the ability to process definitive solutions for individual and family needs and concerns. Her knowledge, wisdom, loyalty, and dedication are unsurpassed in this field. Without doubt or hesitation, I highly recommend Dretha Burris.
Rowlett May 2022
Review left on Thriveworks.com

Where to find us

Getting here

Thriveworks in Rowlett is located at 3705 Lakeview Pkwy Suite 301, Rowlett, TX 75088. We share a building with Rodem Tree Dental, Dr. DeLeon’s Women's Health Care, Excel Spine and Sports Rehab, Skin Essentials Spa, Target Garage Doors Services, Estrada Pediatric Clinic, and other businesses. In the same plaza is Amelia’s Cocina Mexicana, Super Shack, Pizza Hut, Jimmy John’s, Big Lots, and Royal Buffet. Directly across the street is KFC and Champions Nail Bar, and Scooter’s Coffee, Nick’s Sports Grill, and Feng Cha are also nearby.

Phone number

(214) 319-8706

Languages spoken by TX providers

  • English
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