Therapists Beginning With A in Connecticut
Stephen Advocate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Haven, CT 06511 (Online Only)
I've done therapy myself at a critical point in my life—and I practice it now. So I get what therapy does. It helps us find solutions when we're overwhelmed. When we realize we can't do everything ourselves and need an ally who can stand outside us with an objective view and stand by us with human understanding. By now I've shepherded a village of people through crises and confusions. I've helped them address anxiety and depression, mood swings and trauma, stuck relationships and stalled creativity, substance addiction and behavioral addiction—and difficulties feeling and expressing love.
I've done therapy myself at a critical point in my life—and I practice it now. So I get what therapy does. It helps us find solutions when we're overwhelmed. When we realize we can't do everything ourselves and need an ally who can stand outside us with an objective view and stand by us with human understanding. By now I've shepherded a village of people through crises and confusions. I've helped them address anxiety and depression, mood swings and trauma, stuck relationships and stalled creativity, substance addiction and behavioral addiction—and difficulties feeling and expressing love.
(Within Reach) Aemir Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
“I am an experienced Bilingual Licensed Master Social Worker, specializing in individual psychotherapy with children, teens and adults with trauma-related disorders, anxiety and depression. I also work closely with the immigrant/ refugees population. My philosophy is to help clients create a more hopeful outlook, as well as finding joy and meaning in the little things in life.
“I am an experienced Bilingual Licensed Master Social Worker, specializing in individual psychotherapy with children, teens and adults with trauma-related disorders, anxiety and depression. I also work closely with the immigrant/ refugees population. My philosophy is to help clients create a more hopeful outlook, as well as finding joy and meaning in the little things in life.
I practice mindfulness-based therapy, specializing in trauma, anxiety & depression. You are not alone if you're struggling with feeling like something is wrong with you, or loving, trusting or prioritizing yourself. Our life experiences, relationships & mental health can make us feel hopeless & sometimes like all of our issues are our fault. You don't need to continue down a path of fear & self-destruction. Healing & improving our wellbeing is hard, but it is possible & it helps to have someone to walk alongside you. Please note I don't accept insurance but if you have out-of-network benefits I can provide the info for reimbursement
I practice mindfulness-based therapy, specializing in trauma, anxiety & depression. You are not alone if you're struggling with feeling like something is wrong with you, or loving, trusting or prioritizing yourself. Our life experiences, relationships & mental health can make us feel hopeless & sometimes like all of our issues are our fault. You don't need to continue down a path of fear & self-destruction. Healing & improving our wellbeing is hard, but it is possible & it helps to have someone to walk alongside you. Please note I don't accept insurance but if you have out-of-network benefits I can provide the info for reimbursement
Afua Agyeman - NOCD
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
I decided to specialize in OCD because of personal experience with friends and loved ones. Growing up, I suffered from undiagnosed anxiety. For a time, I had intrusive thoughts that I had to overcome myself because there was a lack of awareness from my parents and community. That influenced me to enter this specialization. I want to fill the cultural barrier others may face when seeking OCD diagnosis and treatment. At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling).
I decided to specialize in OCD because of personal experience with friends and loved ones. Growing up, I suffered from undiagnosed anxiety. For a time, I had intrusive thoughts that I had to overcome myself because there was a lack of awareness from my parents and community. That influenced me to enter this specialization. I want to fill the cultural barrier others may face when seeking OCD diagnosis and treatment. At NOCD, my team and I provide personalized and effective specialized treatment for OCD and related conditions, such as BFRBs (including skin-picking, nail-biting, and hair-pulling).
Against the Grain Counseling Services LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, ICADC
Verified Verified
Unionville, CT 06085
Are you questioning your relationship to alcohol? Is your substance use causing harm in your life? Have you tried to cut down or quit ... and felt like you can't? Realizing you may have an addiction, and that it may be harming or even controlling your life, is scary. It is also the first step towards change. By finding the right counselor to talk to about your substance use, you can find the insight and motivation to make the desired changes you are looking for in your life.
Are you questioning your relationship to alcohol? Is your substance use causing harm in your life? Have you tried to cut down or quit ... and felt like you can't? Realizing you may have an addiction, and that it may be harming or even controlling your life, is scary. It is also the first step towards change. By finding the right counselor to talk to about your substance use, you can find the insight and motivation to make the desired changes you are looking for in your life.
Christine Agic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Hartford, CT 06108 (Online Only)
You feel like you are in a relationship with a stranger. When something good happens to you, they aren't the first or even second person you tell. Date nights end with you both on your phones, unable to have conversation. Quirks that were once the source of inside jokes are now major annoyances. Intimacy is infrequent and robotic. Arguments end with hours of silence. You don't know what they do with their time or what they are feeling inside, and don't trust they are being fully transparent. You are feeling resentful, wondering why you are carrying the mental load of the family.
You feel like you are in a relationship with a stranger. When something good happens to you, they aren't the first or even second person you tell. Date nights end with you both on your phones, unable to have conversation. Quirks that were once the source of inside jokes are now major annoyances. Intimacy is infrequent and robotic. Arguments end with hours of silence. You don't know what they do with their time or what they are feeling inside, and don't trust they are being fully transparent. You are feeling resentful, wondering why you are carrying the mental load of the family.
Are you looking for a supportive space to process your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgement? Are you carrying around the weight of stress, trauma or worry? Whether you're looking for structured trauma treatment such as EMDR, anxiety or depression management through CBT, DBT or emotionally focused talk therapy for daily challenges, your needs will be prioritized in sessions. Together, we will work on creating a plan that feels comfortable and effective at helping you feel better so you can get back to your life. I offer in person and virtual appointments depending on your preference. For a quick response, use email!
Are you looking for a supportive space to process your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgement? Are you carrying around the weight of stress, trauma or worry? Whether you're looking for structured trauma treatment such as EMDR, anxiety or depression management through CBT, DBT or emotionally focused talk therapy for daily challenges, your needs will be prioritized in sessions. Together, we will work on creating a plan that feels comfortable and effective at helping you feel better so you can get back to your life. I offer in person and virtual appointments depending on your preference. For a quick response, use email!
Welcome! I'd like to introduce myself, my name is Heather Agid and I'm an LCSW in Connecticut. If you're tired of faking a smile to get through the day, or can't wait for bed as soon as you wake up, I want to help. I take a realistic, down to earth approach to highlight my client's strengths while understanding their difficulties; providing them with valuable tools to independently use for years to come. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and young to middle-aged adults. My primary history of treatment includes anxiety, depression, trauma and parenting.
Welcome! I'd like to introduce myself, my name is Heather Agid and I'm an LCSW in Connecticut. If you're tired of faking a smile to get through the day, or can't wait for bed as soon as you wake up, I want to help. I take a realistic, down to earth approach to highlight my client's strengths while understanding their difficulties; providing them with valuable tools to independently use for years to come. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents and young to middle-aged adults. My primary history of treatment includes anxiety, depression, trauma and parenting.
Alex Francis Agostini
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
I’m delighted to help those motivated to achieve the goals they aim for in therapy. I believe the greatest instrument for change is the client's own will. Be the issue anxiety, depression, communication, or existential crisis, I am there to assist you with your goals and work towards your definition of wellness.
I’m delighted to help those motivated to achieve the goals they aim for in therapy. I believe the greatest instrument for change is the client's own will. Be the issue anxiety, depression, communication, or existential crisis, I am there to assist you with your goals and work towards your definition of wellness.
Emily Agostini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Windsor, CT 06095
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, worn out? Do you struggle saying no to others leaving little time for yourself? Do you often find yourself overthinking small situations? Are you looking to better understand how your past is impacting you today?
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, worn out? Do you struggle saying no to others leaving little time for yourself? Do you often find yourself overthinking small situations? Are you looking to better understand how your past is impacting you today?
Ashley C Agosto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hartford, CT 06101 (Online Only)
Every person has their own journey and their own story to tell, what is yours? Do you feel overwhelmed by life stressors, or unhappy? It is my goal to help you find the strength, determination and serenity to soar beyond your expectations. I believe clients need to feel safe, supported and respected in order to develop a therapeutic relationship. My goal is to help you find the right approach that personally suits you. I have years of experience providing treatment to address, depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship issues.
Every person has their own journey and their own story to tell, what is yours? Do you feel overwhelmed by life stressors, or unhappy? It is my goal to help you find the strength, determination and serenity to soar beyond your expectations. I believe clients need to feel safe, supported and respected in order to develop a therapeutic relationship. My goal is to help you find the right approach that personally suits you. I have years of experience providing treatment to address, depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship issues.
Jackie Aguiar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Despite being smart, hard-working, and loving supporters to their friends & family, many people struggle to care for themselves emotionally in daily life (especially when life gets hard). This may be due to burnout, depression, perfectionism, or loss. I help clients reflect on their life, past and present. We identify thought & behavior patterns that lead to feeling "stuck". Then, we rewrite an inner dialogue that is rooted in self-compassion, leading to healing, freedom, and more enjoyment of life.
Despite being smart, hard-working, and loving supporters to their friends & family, many people struggle to care for themselves emotionally in daily life (especially when life gets hard). This may be due to burnout, depression, perfectionism, or loss. I help clients reflect on their life, past and present. We identify thought & behavior patterns that lead to feeling "stuck". Then, we rewrite an inner dialogue that is rooted in self-compassion, leading to healing, freedom, and more enjoyment of life.
I am a bilingual (Spanish-English) profesional with 20 years plus of experience in the mental health and addictions field. I am dedicated to working with individuals and couples to help them to develop skills to change negative behavior, allowing them to live a healthy and productive life. All that we have experienced in our lives can make us grow or feel stuck, leading us to live a happy or depressed life. I help the client to understand and gain insight into their situation, to have hope and to gain skills to be able to manage their problems without feeling overwhelmed or in despair.
I am a bilingual (Spanish-English) profesional with 20 years plus of experience in the mental health and addictions field. I am dedicated to working with individuals and couples to help them to develop skills to change negative behavior, allowing them to live a healthy and productive life. All that we have experienced in our lives can make us grow or feel stuck, leading us to live a happy or depressed life. I help the client to understand and gain insight into their situation, to have hope and to gain skills to be able to manage their problems without feeling overwhelmed or in despair.
Mareisa Alene Aguirre
Professional Counselor Associate , MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Windsor, CT 06074
Waitlist for new clients
Finding a BALANCE in life can be difficult, especially trying to juggle all of life’s responsibilities and take care of your own needs. Taking the time to just BE can be overwhelming but I would love to work with you to carve out the boundaries in your life and relationships. Exploring what makes you YOU can feel scary, even painful, but that's what makes working through your concerns worth it to explore. I have experience working with adults with substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and adults experiencing transitions in life. Are you a new mom and feeling exhausted and missing who you are? Reach out for a chat!
Finding a BALANCE in life can be difficult, especially trying to juggle all of life’s responsibilities and take care of your own needs. Taking the time to just BE can be overwhelming but I would love to work with you to carve out the boundaries in your life and relationships. Exploring what makes you YOU can feel scary, even painful, but that's what makes working through your concerns worth it to explore. I have experience working with adults with substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and adults experiencing transitions in life. Are you a new mom and feeling exhausted and missing who you are? Reach out for a chat!
Vanessa Aguirre-DaSilva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Chaplin, CT 06235 (Online Only)
I specialize in providing support and guidance to parents and caregivers of newborns and young children. It is common for a parent to feel lost at any period of parenting. It is common to experience guilt and shame associated to feelings we have as parents. I believe that no parent or caregiver should feel alone and I believe that they should have the space to share their feelings without judgement or shame.
I specialize in providing support and guidance to parents and caregivers of newborns and young children. It is common for a parent to feel lost at any period of parenting. It is common to experience guilt and shame associated to feelings we have as parents. I believe that no parent or caregiver should feel alone and I believe that they should have the space to share their feelings without judgement or shame.
Afia Agyeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (Online Only)
Is life coming at you hard? Are you experiencing irrational thoughts, lack of sleep, physiological symptoms or social phobia? Maybe you’re suffering from flashbacks of that incident from years ago. Perhaps, struggling with lack of motivation, isolation or irritable mood. Well, congratulations, you have taken the first step in prioritizing your mental health, seeking help! I hope I can be your therapist who fits your personality and personal needs.
Is life coming at you hard? Are you experiencing irrational thoughts, lack of sleep, physiological symptoms or social phobia? Maybe you’re suffering from flashbacks of that incident from years ago. Perhaps, struggling with lack of motivation, isolation or irritable mood. Well, congratulations, you have taken the first step in prioritizing your mental health, seeking help! I hope I can be your therapist who fits your personality and personal needs.
Zia Ahearn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glastonbury, CT 06033 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CT and NY. I have over ten years of experience working with those suffering from depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and PTSD. Working from a client-centered approach, I focus on the client’s specific needs during each session, ranging from improving coping skills, relationship issues, and learning how to incorporate joy back into their lives.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CT and NY. I have over ten years of experience working with those suffering from depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and PTSD. Working from a client-centered approach, I focus on the client’s specific needs during each session, ranging from improving coping skills, relationship issues, and learning how to incorporate joy back into their lives.
Welcome! I am a seasoned clinician with over 20 years of experience and owner of Back on Track CT, LLC. Life throws unexpected surprises in our direction from time to time. My goal is to help you explore your options, assess barriers, develop tools built specifically for your current challenge, then help you pivot into action. If one person in a relationship or family is struggling, more often than not it will have a ripple effect. There are ways to minimize the impact while strengthening your family system. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy options to ensure all your behavioral health needs are met.
Welcome! I am a seasoned clinician with over 20 years of experience and owner of Back on Track CT, LLC. Life throws unexpected surprises in our direction from time to time. My goal is to help you explore your options, assess barriers, develop tools built specifically for your current challenge, then help you pivot into action. If one person in a relationship or family is struggling, more often than not it will have a ripple effect. There are ways to minimize the impact while strengthening your family system. I offer individual, couples, and family therapy options to ensure all your behavioral health needs are met.
Life Coaching & Psycho-Creative Counseling: Jungian Depth psychology is a transformative journey that brings attention to the hidden aspects of the self that control 90 percent of our actions. Unresolved, repressed issues in our lives manifest in daily challenges of anxiety, depression, repeated patterns of toxic relationships with work, partners or substances. Learn how to turn your life around and to re-write your life script creatively, mindfully and purposefully, in the highest possible version of yourself. Please ask about Darkness Therapy in pursuit of diminishing Ego and facilitating growth and Inner life.
Life Coaching & Psycho-Creative Counseling: Jungian Depth psychology is a transformative journey that brings attention to the hidden aspects of the self that control 90 percent of our actions. Unresolved, repressed issues in our lives manifest in daily challenges of anxiety, depression, repeated patterns of toxic relationships with work, partners or substances. Learn how to turn your life around and to re-write your life script creatively, mindfully and purposefully, in the highest possible version of yourself. Please ask about Darkness Therapy in pursuit of diminishing Ego and facilitating growth and Inner life.