Female Therapists in Amston, CT
Welcome to Pathways to Help Counseling. We take special attention to create a safe space for you to be heard and validated in a non-judgmental manner. We bring our genuine empathy and kindness to our work with you, and structure your helping process around a holistic understanding of where you are now. Through our work, we have been humbled and honored to have had the opportunity to support people like you as they have grown, learned & healed through therapy. We focus on helping clients heal and grow through mental health experiences so that they can live their most fulfilling lives.
Welcome to Pathways to Help Counseling. We take special attention to create a safe space for you to be heard and validated in a non-judgmental manner. We bring our genuine empathy and kindness to our work with you, and structure your helping process around a holistic understanding of where you are now. Through our work, we have been humbled and honored to have had the opportunity to support people like you as they have grown, learned & healed through therapy. We focus on helping clients heal and grow through mental health experiences so that they can live their most fulfilling lives.
Grow in Grace Counseling & Consultation
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amston, CT 06231 (Online Only)
At Grow in Grace you will discover a strengths-based, person-centered approach. Therapies are individualized and flexible, prioritizing your rights to privacy, respect, safety, and self-determination. In a typical session you can expect that your thoughts, feelings, and experiences are heard and valued. You are the expert on your life - my job is to come along side you, hold space, offer new perspectives, provide tools, and cheerlead.
At Grow in Grace you will discover a strengths-based, person-centered approach. Therapies are individualized and flexible, prioritizing your rights to privacy, respect, safety, and self-determination. In a typical session you can expect that your thoughts, feelings, and experiences are heard and valued. You are the expert on your life - my job is to come along side you, hold space, offer new perspectives, provide tools, and cheerlead.
You never know what will be waiting for you on the other side of the door. Every day his dementia seems to get worse. Yesterday he thought you were an old student of his. Today he doesn't recognize you at all. You lay in bed at night consumed with worry. You spend so much time and energy on your father that the rest of your life is being neglected. You see your family less. Work assignments are falling through the cracks. It fills you with guilt but sometimes you think about how much easier life would be if you didn't have to care for your dad.
You never know what will be waiting for you on the other side of the door. Every day his dementia seems to get worse. Yesterday he thought you were an old student of his. Today he doesn't recognize you at all. You lay in bed at night consumed with worry. You spend so much time and energy on your father that the rest of your life is being neglected. You see your family less. Work assignments are falling through the cracks. It fills you with guilt but sometimes you think about how much easier life would be if you didn't have to care for your dad.
Barbara J. Varnum MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Amston, CT 06231 (Online Only)
Feeling stressed-out? Life can be difficult. That’s why I am wholistic in my work with clients. As a cognitive behavioral therapist, I work with clients’ feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. In addition, as a Certified Brain Health Coach, I suggest strategies which provide efficient pathways to emotional wellbeing. Since everyone has unique strengths and needs, I work with clients to tailor a healing pathway which best suits each person individually. Clients are an active part of the therapeutic process. With over 20 years experience, my areas of expertise include stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, and parenting skills.
Feeling stressed-out? Life can be difficult. That’s why I am wholistic in my work with clients. As a cognitive behavioral therapist, I work with clients’ feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. In addition, as a Certified Brain Health Coach, I suggest strategies which provide efficient pathways to emotional wellbeing. Since everyone has unique strengths and needs, I work with clients to tailor a healing pathway which best suits each person individually. Clients are an active part of the therapeutic process. With over 20 years experience, my areas of expertise include stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, and parenting skills.
Peace in Wellness Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amston, CT 06231
Not accepting new clients
Hi! I'm Stacey, I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been working in the mental health field, primarily in the outpatient setting for 14 years. At Peace in Wellness Counseling our goal is to promote wellness in all areas of your life. Mentally, physically, spiritually. Understanding it is all connected, I want to empower you to find peace in your past experiences that may be holding you back in life. To find strength and insight from your past while implementing a new perspective to your situation. To ultimately, gain skills and strategies to move forward in a life of wellness.
Hi! I'm Stacey, I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been working in the mental health field, primarily in the outpatient setting for 14 years. At Peace in Wellness Counseling our goal is to promote wellness in all areas of your life. Mentally, physically, spiritually. Understanding it is all connected, I want to empower you to find peace in your past experiences that may be holding you back in life. To find strength and insight from your past while implementing a new perspective to your situation. To ultimately, gain skills and strategies to move forward in a life of wellness.
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Growing Well Counseling | Perinatal Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Marlborough, CT 06447
Wellness? While growing a family? What does that look like? Where do we begin? Now more than ever support for expectant and postpartum families is critical. Perhaps you have braved mental health issues for a long time, and now pregnancy, your conception journey, postpartum & world events are sending your anxiety or depression into a tailspin-it's just too much! You are not alone. We work with clients on fertility journeys, through pregnancy and postpartum- helping you find yourself again as you enter parenthood- this stuff is hard! Let's talk!
Wellness? While growing a family? What does that look like? Where do we begin? Now more than ever support for expectant and postpartum families is critical. Perhaps you have braved mental health issues for a long time, and now pregnancy, your conception journey, postpartum & world events are sending your anxiety or depression into a tailspin-it's just too much! You are not alone. We work with clients on fertility journeys, through pregnancy and postpartum- helping you find yourself again as you enter parenthood- this stuff is hard! Let's talk!
Therapy Enlightenment Joann Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CMNCS
Verified Verified
Hebron, CT 06248 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am trained to understand you in the context of your environment. I specialize in the value of knowing your thoughts and feelings are not only based on you and your environment, they are also based on the health of your brain. Mind/body connection has everything to do with the way you feel, think, and act. I am also certified as a clinical nutritionist. This skill will help you feel better within a short period of time. Talk therapy and good nutrition will put you on a trajectory that will take you on a wonderful journey and never look back.
I am a licensed clinical social worker. I am trained to understand you in the context of your environment. I specialize in the value of knowing your thoughts and feelings are not only based on you and your environment, they are also based on the health of your brain. Mind/body connection has everything to do with the way you feel, think, and act. I am also certified as a clinical nutritionist. This skill will help you feel better within a short period of time. Talk therapy and good nutrition will put you on a trajectory that will take you on a wonderful journey and never look back.
Joan Cost Lester
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MSN, LPC
Verified Verified
Marlborough, CT 06447 (Online Only)
Throughout my forty years of professional life I have worked with people who are coping with the complete range of mental health issues and diagnoses, as well as the problems of everyday life. With each individual I strive to create a supportive atmosphere in which we can work together, developing a trusting relationship that will allow us to address your concerns, your goals, your needs. I know how difficult it can be to talk about one's self, to express thoughts and feelings, but in such a non-judgmental therapeutic setting this becomes easier and leads to resolving issues great and small that even at times seem unsolvable.
Throughout my forty years of professional life I have worked with people who are coping with the complete range of mental health issues and diagnoses, as well as the problems of everyday life. With each individual I strive to create a supportive atmosphere in which we can work together, developing a trusting relationship that will allow us to address your concerns, your goals, your needs. I know how difficult it can be to talk about one's self, to express thoughts and feelings, but in such a non-judgmental therapeutic setting this becomes easier and leads to resolving issues great and small that even at times seem unsolvable.
Ashle Hupchick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LADC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hebron, CT 06248 (Online Only)
Have you ever been weighed down by feelings of anxiety or depression? Do you struggle with trauma? Are you struggling with your gender identity or sexuality? Do you find yourself in the cycle of substance abuse? Are you stuck in a cycle of negative thinking? Untangling these challenges in life can be exhausting, stressful, and overwhelming. Let's work together to navigate your thoughts and find more balance and peace in your life. We are all shaped by our life experiences. My therapeutic approach is to meet you where you are at and focus on the changes you want for your life, utilizing person centered and trauma informed care.
Have you ever been weighed down by feelings of anxiety or depression? Do you struggle with trauma? Are you struggling with your gender identity or sexuality? Do you find yourself in the cycle of substance abuse? Are you stuck in a cycle of negative thinking? Untangling these challenges in life can be exhausting, stressful, and overwhelming. Let's work together to navigate your thoughts and find more balance and peace in your life. We are all shaped by our life experiences. My therapeutic approach is to meet you where you are at and focus on the changes you want for your life, utilizing person centered and trauma informed care.
My recipe for therapy starts with three primary ingredients: a safe space, proven techniques and a plan tailored to fit each individual. Talking to a complete stranger about your struggles can be nerve wracking at first. I understand how important it is to feel comfortable with your therapist. So I create a warm, accepting space, free of judgement to help support your growth.
My recipe for therapy starts with three primary ingredients: a safe space, proven techniques and a plan tailored to fit each individual. Talking to a complete stranger about your struggles can be nerve wracking at first. I understand how important it is to feel comfortable with your therapist. So I create a warm, accepting space, free of judgement to help support your growth.
Tanya Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Hampton, CT 06424
Starting therapy takes courage, especially if it is new to you or if you have heard negative things about the topic of mental health. Often, my clients are considering therapy for the first time or they are returning to therapy after many years. It is usually when something very difficult or unexpected is happening in their life and they just do not know where to start, are feeling alone, or confused. You are taking an important step toward finding the support you need. I appreciate how uncomfortable beginning this process can be, and together we will figure it out.
Starting therapy takes courage, especially if it is new to you or if you have heard negative things about the topic of mental health. Often, my clients are considering therapy for the first time or they are returning to therapy after many years. It is usually when something very difficult or unexpected is happening in their life and they just do not know where to start, are feeling alone, or confused. You are taking an important step toward finding the support you need. I appreciate how uncomfortable beginning this process can be, and together we will figure it out.
You have the right to lead a happy, productive life. Do you feel the people in your life are not listening to you? Is your family dysfunctional? Are you facing a transition and would like constuctive feedback? Do you need to resolve emotional or behavioral issues you know are not healthy for you? We all face these dilemmas throughout our lives. As a mutifaceted therapist, I can help you make decisions and changes you are comfortable with. It can be uncomfortable for many people to start a theraputic relationship. I am a therapist you will feel at ease with.
You have the right to lead a happy, productive life. Do you feel the people in your life are not listening to you? Is your family dysfunctional? Are you facing a transition and would like constuctive feedback? Do you need to resolve emotional or behavioral issues you know are not healthy for you? We all face these dilemmas throughout our lives. As a mutifaceted therapist, I can help you make decisions and changes you are comfortable with. It can be uncomfortable for many people to start a theraputic relationship. I am a therapist you will feel at ease with.
Casey Psychological Services is a clinical evaluation, assessment, and psychological testing practice primarily for children and adolescents. Psychological evaluations are sought for a variety of reasons including diagnostic clarification (ADHD, Mood Anxiety, Learning, and Developmental Disorders), qualification for services, educational planning, treatment planning, and to gain information and insight on a particular area of functioning. My evaluations are individualized, systemic, and strengths-based, while offering comprehensive recommendations for the identified areas of vulnerability/weakness. I use an array of interview techniques and standardized and empirically validated tests/measures to gain insights and formulate recommendations for improvement.
Casey Psychological Services is a clinical evaluation, assessment, and psychological testing practice primarily for children and adolescents. Psychological evaluations are sought for a variety of reasons including diagnostic clarification (ADHD, Mood Anxiety, Learning, and Developmental Disorders), qualification for services, educational planning, treatment planning, and to gain information and insight on a particular area of functioning. My evaluations are individualized, systemic, and strengths-based, while offering comprehensive recommendations for the identified areas of vulnerability/weakness. I use an array of interview techniques and standardized and empirically validated tests/measures to gain insights and formulate recommendations for improvement.
Alexandra Joy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Willimantic, CT 06226
Formerly Alexandra Corriveau. Starting therapy with someone new can be an intimidating process. I believe that building a therapeutic relationship starts with getting to know each client and creating an engaging space. I have an eclectic approach to therapy and utilize solution focused techniques. I have experience working with all ages, and I currently see both adults and teenagers. I am close to UCONN and Eastern and love to work with college students. In addition to providing therapy services, I also offer clinical supervision and art therapy supervision for individuals working towards their ATR or LPC credentials.
Formerly Alexandra Corriveau. Starting therapy with someone new can be an intimidating process. I believe that building a therapeutic relationship starts with getting to know each client and creating an engaging space. I have an eclectic approach to therapy and utilize solution focused techniques. I have experience working with all ages, and I currently see both adults and teenagers. I am close to UCONN and Eastern and love to work with college students. In addition to providing therapy services, I also offer clinical supervision and art therapy supervision for individuals working towards their ATR or LPC credentials.
Sherry Michaud, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, CT 06232
All of us deserve to enjoy what life has to offer to the fullest extent possible. Many of us experience that journey as compromised by obstacles that threaten to rob us of our potential. These blockages may come from events in the present such as COVID-19, loss of a loved one or a deteriorating relationship, or they may result from earlier events that have left wounds and scars unhealed. I have been engaged in clinical work, helping people navigate difficulties, heal trauma, restore their lives to wholeness. I invite you to let me walk that journey with you
All of us deserve to enjoy what life has to offer to the fullest extent possible. Many of us experience that journey as compromised by obstacles that threaten to rob us of our potential. These blockages may come from events in the present such as COVID-19, loss of a loved one or a deteriorating relationship, or they may result from earlier events that have left wounds and scars unhealed. I have been engaged in clinical work, helping people navigate difficulties, heal trauma, restore their lives to wholeness. I invite you to let me walk that journey with you
Advanced Therapy Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MPH, LPC, GAL
Verified Verified
Hebron, CT 06248
Life can be extremely stressful and complicated. As a result, we are often faced with challenges that leave us feeling emotionally depleted and unfulfilled. I believe everyone has the ability to achieve happiness and fulfillment. Conflict offers the unique opportunity to change and grow. I provide the structure and safe environment necessary to navigate the conflict which serves as a barrier to life satisfaction. I humbly serve as " a holder of hope" for those who feel hopeless and motivate clients to take the scary steps required to achieve meaningful change.
Life can be extremely stressful and complicated. As a result, we are often faced with challenges that leave us feeling emotionally depleted and unfulfilled. I believe everyone has the ability to achieve happiness and fulfillment. Conflict offers the unique opportunity to change and grow. I provide the structure and safe environment necessary to navigate the conflict which serves as a barrier to life satisfaction. I humbly serve as " a holder of hope" for those who feel hopeless and motivate clients to take the scary steps required to achieve meaningful change.
When we experience trauma it can effect all aspects of our lives, our psychological, emotional and physical well-being can all be compromised. Trauma related issues include: physical pain, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, anger, substance abuse, procrastination and avoidance behaviors. These issues can be present even if the trauma occurred in our pre-verbal years. Talk therapy alone even when paired with medication is often not enough to provide the true relief and healing we seek and deserve. This is why I incorporate Emotional Freedom Techniques into my practice.
When we experience trauma it can effect all aspects of our lives, our psychological, emotional and physical well-being can all be compromised. Trauma related issues include: physical pain, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, anger, substance abuse, procrastination and avoidance behaviors. These issues can be present even if the trauma occurred in our pre-verbal years. Talk therapy alone even when paired with medication is often not enough to provide the true relief and healing we seek and deserve. This is why I incorporate Emotional Freedom Techniques into my practice.
Leah Wessels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Willimantic, CT 06226
Are you feeling a lack of emotional control that’s leading to self-esteem, motivation, or relationship issues? Are negative thought patterns getting the best of you during difficult times? As the Founder of Swift Running Waters Counseling, I maintain hope that you can take charge of your well-being and build resilience. In our sessions together, I aim to create a trusting environment where you will learn the necessary tools and strategies to face your stress with confidence. I prioritize highlighting your strengths and celebrating your wins as you move through the change process toward your identified goals.
Are you feeling a lack of emotional control that’s leading to self-esteem, motivation, or relationship issues? Are negative thought patterns getting the best of you during difficult times? As the Founder of Swift Running Waters Counseling, I maintain hope that you can take charge of your well-being and build resilience. In our sessions together, I aim to create a trusting environment where you will learn the necessary tools and strategies to face your stress with confidence. I prioritize highlighting your strengths and celebrating your wins as you move through the change process toward your identified goals.
I strongly believe that all children can succeed. With expertise in autism assessment, ADHD/attention, trauma/PTSD, dyslexia, learning disabilities & reactive attachment testing, our practice conducts evaluations from a neuropsychological functional medicine approach to figure out causes. Our assessments provide insight into social functioning, memory, language, learning style, attention, organization, visual-motor functioning, processing speed & psychological processing styles. Our evaluations uniquely provide highly effective individualized strategies to optimize functioning.
I strongly believe that all children can succeed. With expertise in autism assessment, ADHD/attention, trauma/PTSD, dyslexia, learning disabilities & reactive attachment testing, our practice conducts evaluations from a neuropsychological functional medicine approach to figure out causes. Our assessments provide insight into social functioning, memory, language, learning style, attention, organization, visual-motor functioning, processing speed & psychological processing styles. Our evaluations uniquely provide highly effective individualized strategies to optimize functioning.
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here! Life can be overwhelming sometimes, and it takes courage to ask for help. Therapy is a safe space to explore your present and past challenges. We will work together to find strategies and resources to improve your well-being. Maybe you are feeling hopeless, anxious, or struggling with the impact of past trauma. Maybe you are worried about college or adjusting to “adulting” after graduation. Whatever your struggle is, I am here to help you everything step of the way.
Welcome, I’m glad you’re here! Life can be overwhelming sometimes, and it takes courage to ask for help. Therapy is a safe space to explore your present and past challenges. We will work together to find strategies and resources to improve your well-being. Maybe you are feeling hopeless, anxious, or struggling with the impact of past trauma. Maybe you are worried about college or adjusting to “adulting” after graduation. Whatever your struggle is, I am here to help you everything step of the way.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.