In Person Therapists in Connecticut

My name is Katelynn Bento, I am a licensed professional counselor and I am the owner of Strong Minds, LLC. My hours are flexible, but they will be Monday-Friday. During your initial visit we will spend some time getting to know one another and what your goals are for treatment. I have 6 years’ experience working in mental health predominantly in the hospital setting. I have a lot of experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, binge eating disorders, gender identity issues, addiction, and mood disorders.

My clients are typically school-aged children as young as 5, preteens, adolescents, young adults, and women of any age with complex trauma. Topics that may bring clients to see me include those suffering from anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, grief, family disruptions, and much more.

Welcome to your transformation journey! As we embark on this path together, our focus is on tailoring therapy to meet your unique needs and empower you to achieve personal growth and healing. Through our collaborative efforts, we will carefully evaluate any maladaptive behaviors that may be hindering your progress. By identifying these areas, we can pave the way for crafting personalized treatment goals that align with your aspirations and values. I am here as your partner in this process, offering my support, guidance, and expertise every step of the way.

Pain is inevitable. So is hope. People need a caring and skilled guide to get from pain to hope and success in life. I have expertise in helping adolescents, young adults, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD), and substance use disorders. Having worked in residential treatment programs, intensive outpatient programs, psychiatric hospitals, schools, and private practice. I am dedicated to helping you through your challenges and passionate about offering an environment that is safe and free of judgment. I have worked in the mental health field for 16 years helping people make their lives better.

I am a recent graduate of Fordham University where I received a Master of Social Work degree. I have 12 years of experience in the mental health field working with children and adolescents in a wide range of settings, and I am now a licensed social worker with experience providing outpatient psychotherapy to children ages 5 to 17.

I have been working in social services for over twenty years and have experience working with various populations including, but not limited to; adults, children, familial units, and those experiencing severe mental and emotional distress. I have integrated my personal and professional experiences to create a brand which will provide critical tools for the social and emotional well-being of individuals and their families. I am devoted to improving the lives of others by incorporating a strength-based approach. Prepare your mind, body and spirit as we go on R-JOURNEY to Empowerment.

Hi! My name is Jaime Bohan and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor. In my counseling sessions, I offer compassion and positive regard which helps individuals explore topics, challenge negative beliefs and reframe unhealthy thoughts. Clients can expect a partnership, a judgement free space with opportunity for insight, acceptance and understanding. Approach for providing therapy is an integrative/holistic style. Depending on where our journey will take us, different approaches may be utilized, such as cognitive behavioral, and humanistic approaches.

During the past 20 years I have been committed to both repairing and preventing emotional harm. Specifically, I have worked with many children and teens experiencing self destructive, and/or underperformance behaviors. Finding that many of my clients have dealt with ineffective fathering, I have also dedicated myself to assisting men enhance their roles within their households. It has been amazing to witness the powerful changes in men who better understand their own worth and impact on others.

Hi, I am Ivette Betancourt, Hablo, Español, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over thirty years of experience in therapy and Social work in the Hartford area. I work with couples, individuals, families and children. The last 10 years I have been a dedicated clinician/ and supervisor. I am bilingual in both Spanish and English, bicultural, and able to work with a number of different cultures and beliefs. If you are looking for a patient, empathetic, non-judgmental clinician with a great sense of humor, you have found her. I would love to learn your story. Call me 860-881-9856.

Now Accepting New Clients - All relationships have challenges and sometimes asking for help can be the hardest part of moving forward. As your therapist it is my job to help you feel more confident in navigating these difficult situations. We are not always in control of what life throws our way and having the support of a therapist who will build on your strengths and guide you through life's challenges can make all the difference.

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.

In life, we all face personal struggles and difficult experiences that can feel overwhelming, especially when we struggle with them alone. As your therapist, I will help you find ways to make positive changes by creating a supportive, confidential environment where my clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. With respect and appreciation for your unique life story, I work with you to gain a better understanding of yourself, heal from past wounds, and improve relationships. Together, we make sense of and work through whatever challenges stand in the way of your happiness.

Are you feeling really stressed and you aren't sure how to manage it? Wondering if it is possible to have a moment where you aren’t worrying about something? Stress can be general or specific to relationships, self-esteem, sleep, weight, parenting, the list goes on. It can interfere with success, can keep stuck in unhealthy relationships and keep you feeling really alone.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues? Do your emotions overwhelm you and make it challenging to achieve your goals? Do you feel like there has to be more to life than what you’re living? When you struggle with self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, even the simplest tasks become overwhelming. It can be difficult even to identify your goals, let alone find ways to achieve them. Raquel Martinez is an LMSW with over 15 years of experience. She specializes in helping clients address mental health concerns to achieve goals and build a fulfilling life.

I understand it can be difficult to be vulnerable, and to work up the courage to reach out for help. It takes strength to say yourself, "I can't do this on my own," and take the leap to ask for help. I believe it is important that therapy is a collaborative process and that we work together. I view my role as a non-judgmental listener who can support and assist you in addressing the issues most important to you. I have experience working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, grief, and stress.

It takes courage to try something new and I am glad you are seeking that support. I engage each client in a compassionate and individualized manner. I believe in the power of connection and collaboration. As our relationship develops, we will create an environment that not only supports you, but also empowers you to reach your goals. Together, we can set the stage for a stronger sense of self, and be proactive in creating a more secure and self-aware path.

Have you ever felt like someone blind folded you and told you to find your way out of a maze? I believe in some capacity we can all relate to the challenges and struggles of which way to go and how should I get there. I work full-time as the Senior Residential Counselor of the Neuropsychiatric Transitional Living program at Silver Hill Hospital. I work with a multidisciplinary team of doctors and social workers that specialize in the treatment and the study of neuropsychiatric disorders. My experience has allowed me to possess keen knowledge and understanding to clinical decisions and approaches.

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work with children, adolescents, parents, and individuals in the pregnancy and postpartum period. In addition to my private practice, I am a psychologist in New York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center's pediatric psychiatry department. With warmth and sensitivity, I aim to form a strong therapeutic relationship from which desired change can be effectively achieved. You may be feeling stressed by the demands of your parenting role, life transitions, or by your child’s complicated behavioral and emotional needs.

Hi! I’m Allyson (she/her) and I am a queer identified therapist. I have over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist in many types of settings including schools, agencies, and the community. I have extensive experience working with trauma as well as young people. My work is relational, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I see therapy as it’s own type of creative process and it looks different for every person. I am here to support you peel back the layers and come home to yourself.