Toddler Therapists in Avon, CT

I am happy to be serving the Farmington Valley, and neighboring communities with my private clinical practice located in Avon, CT. I have twenty-two years of experience in the field of child welfare with an extensive background in attachment, trauma, foster care and adoption. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to practice in various settings, ranging from residential treatment facilities, in-home to outpatient agencies. I have experience treating children, adolescents, adults and families seeking mental health treatment for emotional and behavioral issues.

Play, expressive and animal assisted therapies utilize various forms of creative expression: art, music, movement, story-telling, role play, puppetry, sand, and animal energy, to help clients explore, feel, express and transform difficult emotions both for youth and their families. Together we will work to creatively resolve issues and teach coping strategies to alleviate unsettling feelings. I have worked with youth and families for over 35 years in various settings and capacities - teacher, counselor, coach, mentor and mom.

At Greater Hartford Wellness, we believe our work with clients is a collaborative endeavor. More specifically, we seek to collaborate with those who are motivated and curious to change. We bring empathy, expertise, and energy to every session. Successful therapeutic work is founded on a trusting relationship between a therapist and the client. We also aim to create a safe, affirming space for individuals of all cultural backgrounds and gender identities. As a provider, I support individuals to become their most authentic self, embracing all parts of self. Everyone deserves emotional health!

I specialize in assessing and diagnosing various learning, social, emotional, behavioral, and developmental disabilities in children, adolescents, and adults. I provide comprehensive evaluations that identify how the individual learns best and what interventions may help him/her to be successful in school, daily living, and in the workplace. I am available on weekends to conduct psychological and/or educational assessments. My credentials include: PhD in School Psychology, CT Licensed Psychologist, Diplomate in School Neuropsychology, Clinically trained in administration of Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition

Accepting new telehealth referrals. I provide therapy for children, adolescents and adults in both individual and family/couple counseling. With an emphasis on collaborative solution building I am able to provide my clients an open and warm atmosphere to rediscover their strengths and achieve goals. Working within this collaborative approach I offer a wide range of therapeutic services that include working with adults and children experiencing divorce and co-parenting issues, grief, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders and parenting problems.

With more than twenty years of extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families, I offer support to individuals and families coping with anxiety disorders, issues with depression, educational difficulties, grief and loss, separation and divorce, attention and focus issues, parenting concerns and struggling couples.

My name is Dr. Iwona K. Horelik. I’m a psychologist who works with children and adolescents. I support kids with a variety of struggles, and focus primarily on anxiety and selective mutism. My approach is eclectic, which means that I choose interventions based on the unique needs of each child and family. Especially with younger children, I believe in working closely with parents. I understand the way the school system works and I collaborate with many local professionals.

Accepting new clients. I have over 18 years of therapeutic experience working with individuals and families. The cornerstone of my treatment style focuses on a strength based approach to support you as you examine the factors that have contribute to life stressors. I work to support you & your loved ones to develop healthy coping skills to implement. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, family conflict, trauma, school based issues or social conflict together we can develop new strategies to cope with these stressors. Together we examine negative patterns in your life to begin your journey of healing.

It is hard to maintain and keep focused with all that life throws at us today and the ability to maintain and balance the many roles we play often feels impossible. Feelings of anxiety, depression and distraction are common whether you are a child, parent and/or significant other. With more than fifteen years experience working with children, adults and families I can assist you or your loved one in identifying and implementing clearly defined strategies for letting go of self defeating behaviors as well as creating and learning new strategies for a more successful you.

Hello, Thank you for visiting my profile. My practice is currently accepting new clients both in person and through telehealth (virtual). We offer services that treat a variety of treatment issues as detailed below. Male and female practitioners are available to work with you and your family. We also treat couples. Each practitioner specializes in a variety of treatment areas: trauma, geriatric marital, teen, mental health & more. The practice is located in the Frog Hollow section of Hartford,CT behind the Supreme Court & Capitol Buildings. Visit our gallery to view our practitioners and our website. We hope to meet with you soon.

You are not alone; If you need me, I’m here to help! I provide assessment, intervention, education and coaching for children and adults with speech, language, and cognitive- communication difficulties due developmentally and/or neurologically based issues. I’ve been fortunate to have worked in a variety of settings providing me with a wide array of experiences. After 28 years of experience, I continue to love my field of work and my passion translates into providing quality care to my clients and their families. Helping individuals and their families learn, grow and become more confident and competent communicators is important.

Tara is an Licensed Master's Social Worker. Tara enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults and families, although she is open to working with all ages who come from different walks of life. She works with those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, familial challenges, and life transitions. Tara supports children and their families with behavioral challenges, school problems and guidance to parents. She is person-centered and uses creative approaches to meet individual needs.

At Creative Solutions Counseling, LLC, we work with children and their families to develop the skills they need to lead happy, healthy lives. We provide real solutions for daily living so children can thrive at home, in school and in life. Our approach is fun and engaging, skills-based and strengths-focused. Our top priority is to prepare kids to meet life's challenges by giving them the tools and support they need to live up to their true potential.

There are times in our lives when we don't know what is wrong; just that something is. We wonder if we are "crazy" and are scared to be judged if we ask for help. The truth is that very sane people struggle when the difficulties in their lives outpace their coping skills. I've been a therapist for 18 years and believe strongly that healing comes through connection with others. As we increase our knowledge, we become healthier and more resilient when approaching future problems. It is an honor to work alongside people as they discover hidden strengths and resources.

I’m a counselor who takes a playful, interpersonal, brain-based approach to helping children and families overcome challenges. I want to help children and families find the skills they need to manage the physiological effects of stress in challenging moments. I believe that parent involvement is the most significant driving force in helping children better manage big emotions. I take a collaborative approach in working with parents and children. Together, we will explore the underlying challenges that are impacting behavior, rather than focusing on behavior alone.

Your life experiences are powerful and, at times, they can also be painful. We will work together to better understand how past experiences may be impacting the present, how current stressors might be affecting you, and what might be helpful for a brighter future. As a Clinical Psychologist, I specialize in working with clients of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and other mental health difficulties. I also work with people experiencing life transitions, relationship difficulties, parenting stress, chronic health conditions, and individuals wanting to achieve a healthier lifestyle.