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Individual Therapy

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Individual Therapy

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At Mindful State Therapy Services, PLLC, therapy is trauma-informed and phase-oriented, supporting adults and teens in building emotional stability and resilience.

Our approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and mindfulness practices to foster self-awareness, regulation, and connection.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Integrative & Trauma-Informed Use

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Intentional Path Therapy™

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Mindfulness-Based Interventions

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Increasing Awareness of Thought–Emotion Patterns

CBT helps clients notice how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact, especially under stress. The focus stays on mindful awareness as patterns arise, building curiosity and understanding rather than self-judgment or control.

Strengthening Regulation and Adaptive Responses

CBT tools support emotional regulation, clarity, and steadiness. Strategies are introduced at a pace that fits nervous system capacity and attachment needs, emphasizing grounded, compassionate responses instead of quick fixes or symptom suppression.

Supporting Flexibility, Choice, and Self-Leadership

CBT explores beliefs and assumptions to build cognitive and emotional flexibility. Integrated with values-based and parts-aware work, it strengthens self-trust, intentional decision-making, and sustainable change aligned with each client’s goals and readiness.

Intentional Path Therapy™ (IFS Informed) within Individual Therapy

Trauma-Informed & Phase-Oriented Preparation

Intentional Path Therapy™ is a trauma-informed, phase-oriented approach that prepares clients for evidence-based trauma therapy such as EMDR. It supports readiness for deeper healing through steady pacing, safety, and therapeutic structure.

Attachment-, Nervous System- & IFS-Informed Care

Grounded in attachment-, nervous system–, and Internal Family Systems–informed care, this approach builds regulation and internal safety. Clients strengthen self-leadership and resilience without rushing into trauma processing before they feel ready.

Values-Based Intention, Mindfulness & Integrative Support

Through values-based intention and mindfulness, clients clarify what matters most and practice present-moment awareness to support emotional regulation. This work reflects the Seven Faces of Intention and integrates Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to support meaningful, goal-aligned change.

Mindfulness-Based Interventions

Cultivating Present-Moment Awareness

Mindfulness practices help clients slow down and notice thoughts, emotions, and body sensations as they arise. This awareness supports emotional regulation and reduces automatic reactions driven by stress or overwhelm.

Supporting Nervous System Regulation

Through breathwork, grounding, and body-based awareness, mindfulness-based interventions help calm the nervous system. Clients learn practical tools to manage anxiety, emotional reactivity, and chronic stress both in and outside of sessions.

Strengthening Self-Compassion and Inner Stability

Mindfulness encourages a non-judgmental stance toward internal experiences. Over time, clients build greater self-trust, resilience, and the ability to respond to life with clarity rather than urgency.

— Our Team

Individual Therapy That Meets You Where You Are

Our individual therapy services are designed to support adults and teens through life’s emotional challenges with care, clarity, and intention. Sessions are grounded in evidence-based approaches and shaped around your unique goals, pace, and nervous system needs.
Meet Our Team

Karan Turnquist

LCSW, RPT-S Founder & Clinical Director

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FAQs

have Questions? We’re Here to Listen.

Explore these frequently asked questions to gain more clarity, comfort & confidence in your next step.

What issues can individual therapy help me with?

Individual therapy at Mindful State Therapy can support a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and low self-esteem. Our clinicians use evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches tailored to your unique goals, so whether you are navigating a specific challenge or simply want to understand yourself better, therapy offers a compassionate space to explore, reflect, and grow.

Your first session is a 20-minute intake where your therapist will gently explore your background, current concerns, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. This is a low-pressure, conversational meeting designed to help you feel comfortable and give your clinician a clear sense of how they can best support you. Think of it as the beginning of a collaborative relationship built on trust and mindful care.

The length of therapy varies depending on your goals, the nature of your concerns, and how you progress over time. Some clients find relief and clarity within a few months, while others choose to continue longer-term work for deeper growth and resilience. Your therapist will regularly check in with you about your progress and adjust the plan as your needs evolve. There is no one-size-fits-all timeline.

Yes. Everything you share in therapy is kept strictly confidential in accordance with professional ethical standards and HIPAA regulations. There are only a few narrow exceptions, such as imminent risk of harm to yourself or others, which your therapist will explain during your first session. Our goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely safe to speak openly and honestly.

Not at all. Many people come to therapy without a formal diagnosis; they may simply be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for positive change. A diagnosis is not required to begin. Your therapist will work collaboratively with you to understand your experience and develop a personalized approach that supports your well-being, wherever you are on your journey.

Therapy Shaped by Presence and Intention

Let’s Take a Thoughtful First Step Forward

Healing and growth begin with a conscious choice to pause and care for yourself. Whether you’re seeking support, clarity, or connection, we’re here to walk alongside you with intention and respect.

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