Therapists in 06820

I love my work and feel incredibly fortunate to have formed so many meaningful therapeutic relationships. It is a privilege to travel with clients as they emerge from suffering and utilize the strengths they have found and the skills they have learned to achieve balance and ultimately, their life goals. The relationship between therapist and client is a real, equalitarian relationship built on honesty, respect, and collaboration. As we get to know each other, you will find that I am warm, genuine, non-judgmental, flexible, direct, and irreverent. I have a good sense of humor and believe that laughter is an important part of healing.

Thank you for having the courage to thrive! Therapy takes chutzpah! (Guts) It is my privilege to serve and support you through life's difficulties and to get you to the other side of what you are going through. I've been known to say that therapy is not for the weak of heart. It takes strength and a complete willingness of body, mind and soul to enter into treatment and I fully commend you for taking that first step!

I work with individuals, couples and family's. I am very passionate about what I do. It is my vocation to help people live peaceful and satisfying lives. There is no need for anyone to settle for less! My style is empathetic, non judgmental and caring. My approach is to customize therapy to meet each individuals needs.

Do you sense your life is not on track with your inner yearnings? Are you searching for a more authentic you? My style is comfortable and creative; humor mixed with skill and lots of experience. I am very present in your journey.

Life has many challenges, it's how you grow from your past that defines who you are in life. You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. People typically enter therapy when they are in distress, although it's usually the long-term and underlying struggles that concern them the most. Initially, we will work quickly to address your immediate pain and provide relief. As therapy progresses, our focus may shift so you develop more positive and enriching relationships with yourself and others.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in psychotherapy with adults and couples in English and Spanish. I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals dealing with important issues and transitions in their lives, who often struggle with feelings of depression and anxiety. Some of my clients seek to make sense of traumatic experiences and to deal with painful and uncomfortable emotions. Many struggle with identity and self-worth issues.

If you are facing challenges in life that are holding you back, feel overwhelming, or are affecting your psychological well-being, call me. A major part of my therapy with individuals provides short term therapy that gets results. You may feel stuck, it may be difficult to get through the day, or you may hit a rough patch in life. Whether you struggle with addiction, anxiety and worry, traumatic memoires, relationships, or just need some professional direction. As a therapist with training for afflictions of the mind, body, and spirit, we can find the tools to help you make positive changes and find some relief.

To help clients successfully manage the difficult challenges of anxiety and depression, I first develop therapeutic relationships characterized by empathy, unconditional emotional support, and authenticity. It is these three fundamental aspects of the therapeutic alliance, more than any specific intervention, that account for successful psychotherapy. Lastly, I am a Board- Certified Clinical Psychologist, a Fellow of the American Academy of Clinical Psychology, and a certified school psychologist. I was educated at Georgia State University (BS), Harvard University (Ed.M.), and the Derner Institute at Adelphi University (Ph.D.).

I am a CT Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor that specializes in providing therapy to children, adolescents and parents. I utilize an eclectic mix of theories and techniques to inform my practice (Client Centered, CBT, trauma-focused, expressive arts, play and mindfulness). I provide a safe, warm and non-judgmental space to be heard and supported.

I work with high performing business professionals who find themselves faced with a significant personal challenge. The pressure created by the intense nature of their work, the schedule and time constraints, and even how the language of the industry influences the way one thinks about solving problems and can make recovery more challenging than it needs to be. As a former senior executive in the pharmaceutical industry, who became a counselor after a successful business career, I bring a unique understanding of the pressures and challenges top executives face.

I am a caring, understanding psychotherapist who has advanced training and extensive experience (30+ years) working with individuals, couples, children, and families. My treatment focus includes problems of childhood, parenting issues, trauma, marital conflicts, infidelity, alcohol/substance abuse, depression and anxiety. I have post doctorate advanced training in family systems therapy and individual psychotherapy and have taught and supervised family therapy to therapists-in-training for over 20 years. I have advanced training in group psychotherapy, emotionally focused therapy, and solution focused therapy. I have developed training programs for mental health centers throughout New York, on family and couples counseling.

Are you struggling with eating appropriately? Has your physician and/or dietitian expressed concern regarding your lifestyle habits, such as weight-management and healthy exercise? Does being physically AND mentally healthy feel impossible? If you have an eating disorder or just struggle to maintain a healthy weight, I am committed to helping you become the best version of yourself. In a safe, comfortable setting, I can help you explore, process, and overcome the negativity in your life. At your own pace, we will complete an initial evaluation to determine the best course of treatment and work together to establish healthy patterns of thoughts and behavior.

"I've learned that people forget what you said, people forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel."Maya Angelou's words ring true for psychotherapy. I am here to hear and heal you. Emotional balance leads to healthier relationships and overall physical health. Let me help you with your stressors: your spouse, your children, your adolescents, your career, your physical and emotional health. With 35 years of experience, I have the clinical know how to help you find your equilibrium, both emotionally and physically.

Is your relationship is jeopardy? Considered one of the best couples counselors in Fairfield County, Trevor is both a EFT Certified therapist and supervisor. Trevor applies the best researched couples model (EFT), to create healing and transformational experiences for her couples. Step and Blended Family are difficult to navigate! Trevor is an expert, she has co-authored her second book "Blending Families: Merging Households with Kids Ages 8-18". Trevor works individuals as well to gain awareness of underlying emotions that inform negative patterns of behavior.

I work with adults both individually and as couples, encompassing a range of mental health issues. I specialize in relationship counseling whether you're just getting into one, want to enhance your marriage/relationship with new skills and insight, aren't sure if you are leaning in or out of your relationship or have filed for divorce. We get hurt in relationship and we heal in relationship. Let me help you get on the path of healing. It need not take years of therapy to become conscious of what's going on and what you long for.

It is time for hope and healing in your life. Through insight and clarity, you will receive support for the difficult relationships and times of trouble in life. My clinical orientation is to assess and attend to the mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of health. Depression and anxiety can be crippling factors and painful to endure on one's own. Seeking treatment is a very positive and empowering first step.

Serving Connecticut and Maine with a love for helping others, A Caring, Competent and Effective counseling approach. Board Certified PTSD Clinician Board Certified Professional Counselor NEW OnLine Video Remote EMDR treatment for PTSD Certified Clinical IMAGO Relationship Therapist Certified Clinical EMDR Specialist Advanced Counseling and Therapy Center, is a powerful and compassionate counseling approach that works when other treatments, approaches and protocols have not. Stuck in power struggles, depression, anxiety and unresolved issues? Certified IMAGO Relationship Therapist. 20 years of experience helping people Find Their Way. A Veteran and love to be of value in helping individuals, families, and couples with the most challenging issues .

Is everyday a parenting struggle and everything a battle? Considering medication but would love an alternative that works? I offer two evidenced-based therapies, one for parents/ one for children. I can help you navigate through the most difficult of parenting struggles. Mild behavioral issues such as potty training and following directions to more severe such as, ADHD, school issues, anxiety, and aggression/talking back. This short-term program, (generally 3-8) achieves success quickly! The techniques help parents stay consistent and calm which also decreases marital discord and family chaos. Call today and begin increasing cooperation and compliance, and enjoy family time again.

Since 1995, I have been involved in the field of adoption. For the first twelve years of my practice, I worked with families adopting domestically and internationally. Throughout that time, I began to realize that, although adoptive families experience the same challenges that all families face as their children develop, they cope with additional challenges which have their roots in adoption. I am able to provide you with sensitive, adoption-competent therapy which is based on the latest research in the field. I also have extensive experiences helping you navigate life's challenges and transitions.