Self-Harming Therapists in Bethany, CT
Jessica R Vanderberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, CD, CLC, CCCE
Verified Verified
Bethany, CT 06524
I believe that to truly understand you, we need to look at the bigger picture—how your family, community and the world around you have shaped who you are. Once we do that, we can begin to honor the whole you, not just focus on fixing problems. This approach lets us dig deeper into how your past experiences shape your future decisions, making healing about more than just symptom relief—it’s about changing how you see yourself. Together, we’ll unravel the complicated web of life’s influences (no pressure, we’ll go at a good pace!) and work toward feeling more grounded, empowered, and more at home in the world.
I believe that to truly understand you, we need to look at the bigger picture—how your family, community and the world around you have shaped who you are. Once we do that, we can begin to honor the whole you, not just focus on fixing problems. This approach lets us dig deeper into how your past experiences shape your future decisions, making healing about more than just symptom relief—it’s about changing how you see yourself. Together, we’ll unravel the complicated web of life’s influences (no pressure, we’ll go at a good pace!) and work toward feeling more grounded, empowered, and more at home in the world.
Ellen Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethany, CT 06524
As a social worker and registered nurse, I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, illness, trauma, life transitions, stress, and and more. I have experience in schools, outpatient, residential, and crisis settings over the past 8 years. I use a non-judgmental space; allowing you to share concerns, set goals, find solutions and create positive changes. I can use my animal partners in your therapy process. Substantial research has demonstrated the importance of the human-animal bond. My goal is to work with you to improve and enhance your life.
As a social worker and registered nurse, I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, illness, trauma, life transitions, stress, and and more. I have experience in schools, outpatient, residential, and crisis settings over the past 8 years. I use a non-judgmental space; allowing you to share concerns, set goals, find solutions and create positive changes. I can use my animal partners in your therapy process. Substantial research has demonstrated the importance of the human-animal bond. My goal is to work with you to improve and enhance your life.
Calm As You Are, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bethany, CT 06524
Hi! My name is Julie Luce and I am the proud founder of Calm As You Are, LLC. I took a leap of faith in opening my private practice after witnessing the persistent cycle of burnout and turnover in community mental health services. I have a passion for providing youth and families with consistent, compassionate, and quality mental health treatment in a supportive and welcoming environment. I believe that everyone deserves a safe space to share vulnerable thoughts and feelings, especially children! My goal at Calm As You Are is to make therapy fun, approachable, and effective. My ideal client is 3-18 years old.
Hi! My name is Julie Luce and I am the proud founder of Calm As You Are, LLC. I took a leap of faith in opening my private practice after witnessing the persistent cycle of burnout and turnover in community mental health services. I have a passion for providing youth and families with consistent, compassionate, and quality mental health treatment in a supportive and welcoming environment. I believe that everyone deserves a safe space to share vulnerable thoughts and feelings, especially children! My goal at Calm As You Are is to make therapy fun, approachable, and effective. My ideal client is 3-18 years old.
Alanna M. Voloshin, LCSW Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CEO
Verified Verified
Bethany, CT 06524
I take time to assess why you are here today. I value your goals & needs to ensure the best quality of treatment. I believe trust, safety, & comfort are the keys in therapeutic success. I'm mindful, compassionate, non-judgmental,& believe it's imperative to find a balance between acceptance and change. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and young adults struggling with trauma, addiction, BPD, and mood disorders. When exploring past & traumatic events I implement an evidence-based,collaborative approach equally effective & safe; providing you with successful goal oriented outcomes. Licenses: CT(009487) NY(085733).
I take time to assess why you are here today. I value your goals & needs to ensure the best quality of treatment. I believe trust, safety, & comfort are the keys in therapeutic success. I'm mindful, compassionate, non-judgmental,& believe it's imperative to find a balance between acceptance and change. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and young adults struggling with trauma, addiction, BPD, and mood disorders. When exploring past & traumatic events I implement an evidence-based,collaborative approach equally effective & safe; providing you with successful goal oriented outcomes. Licenses: CT(009487) NY(085733).
Kathleen Clancy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bethany, CT 06524 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I offer services to adults and adolescents, individually, in couples or as a family. I use a systemic model of treatment designed to meet a client's specific goals to improve his or her quality of life by fostering change using internal and external resources. I provide therapy for most mental health related problems including depression and anxiety, grief and loss, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, addictions, family and relationship, divorce, anger management, parenting, blended family, child and adolescent issues, trauma and abuse. My hours are flexible and include evenings and Saturdays.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I offer services to adults and adolescents, individually, in couples or as a family. I use a systemic model of treatment designed to meet a client's specific goals to improve his or her quality of life by fostering change using internal and external resources. I provide therapy for most mental health related problems including depression and anxiety, grief and loss, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, addictions, family and relationship, divorce, anger management, parenting, blended family, child and adolescent issues, trauma and abuse. My hours are flexible and include evenings and Saturdays.
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JoAnna Rudewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cheshire, CT 06410
Waitlist for new clients
Many children, adolescents and young adults are struggling with the pressure and stress of everyday life. Imagine having someone to help them cope with their difficulties, decrease negative feelings or self harming behaviors and increase feelings of self worth, hope and happiness. My goal is to give clients a safe and trusted space where they are comfortable to express their feelings in a calm and nurturing environment and are ready to challenge their thoughts, problem solve or just decompress. When you are ready, I am here and happy to work with you as part of your team!
Many children, adolescents and young adults are struggling with the pressure and stress of everyday life. Imagine having someone to help them cope with their difficulties, decrease negative feelings or self harming behaviors and increase feelings of self worth, hope and happiness. My goal is to give clients a safe and trusted space where they are comfortable to express their feelings in a calm and nurturing environment and are ready to challenge their thoughts, problem solve or just decompress. When you are ready, I am here and happy to work with you as part of your team!
Marissa Maple
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cheshire, CT 06410 (Online Only)
Additionally, I am trained in utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as an intervention for individuals suffering with self-harming behaviors and suicidal ideations.
I am a gender-affirming Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with individuals in both clinical, school, and in-home settings, as well as providing comprehensive evaluations, conducting treatment planning, and completing crisis interventions.
Additionally, I am trained in utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as an intervention for individuals suffering with self-harming behaviors and suicidal ideations.
I am a gender-affirming Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with individuals in both clinical, school, and in-home settings, as well as providing comprehensive evaluations, conducting treatment planning, and completing crisis interventions.
My approach to therapy is to understand and create a strong therapeutic relationship that will support and strengthen my clients in every aspect of their life. I have experience working with children and families with complex concerns, in different areas of their lives. These concerns include trauma, depression, ADHD/ADD, martial/parent child relationship issues, grief/loss, substance use , and mood disorders as well as self harming behaviors.
My approach to therapy is to understand and create a strong therapeutic relationship that will support and strengthen my clients in every aspect of their life. I have experience working with children and families with complex concerns, in different areas of their lives. These concerns include trauma, depression, ADHD/ADD, martial/parent child relationship issues, grief/loss, substance use , and mood disorders as well as self harming behaviors.
At Solace Suite we provide cutting edge interventions to enable you adaptively operate at your optimum level.
We provide clinical services for young adults and adults (18-75) struggling with mood stability, addiction, PTSD, unhealthy anger management, grief and relationship problems, responsible for disrupting personal, social and family lives. Personal interventions assist in developing the skills necessary to address presenting problems and establish a healthy lifestyle.
At Solace Suite we provide cutting edge interventions to enable you adaptively operate at your optimum level.
We provide clinical services for young adults and adults (18-75) struggling with mood stability, addiction, PTSD, unhealthy anger management, grief and relationship problems, responsible for disrupting personal, social and family lives. Personal interventions assist in developing the skills necessary to address presenting problems and establish a healthy lifestyle.
Inner Strength Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Derby, CT 06418
My professional specialties include domestic abuse, trauma, loss/grieving, self-harming behaviors, LGBT and behavioral issues.
My experiences include working with survivors of domestic violence, extensive safety planning and facilitating domestic abuse support groups. I have an in depth knowledge of working with children, teens and their families within the school system that present with behavioral issues, trauma, anxiety, self- harming behaviors as well as other issues.Treatment approaches I use are eclectic and based on the needs of the client. Therapeutic approaches can include art therapy, creative writing, guided imagery, safety planning, talk therapy and recommended reading.
My professional specialties include domestic abuse, trauma, loss/grieving, self-harming behaviors, LGBT and behavioral issues.
My experiences include working with survivors of domestic violence, extensive safety planning and facilitating domestic abuse support groups. I have an in depth knowledge of working with children, teens and their families within the school system that present with behavioral issues, trauma, anxiety, self- harming behaviors as well as other issues.Treatment approaches I use are eclectic and based on the needs of the client. Therapeutic approaches can include art therapy, creative writing, guided imagery, safety planning, talk therapy and recommended reading.
Jessica Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Haven, CT 06511 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I’m passionate about trauma work and caring for patients with suicidal thoughts or behaviors. It is truly rewarding to see people get better through the use of evidence-based therapies. We'll work together to create a collaborative, non-judgmental space. Then we will identify, evaluate, and change your unhelpful or upsetting thoughts. My goal is to help reduce your symptoms and unhelpful thoughts — so you feel better.
I’m passionate about trauma work and caring for patients with suicidal thoughts or behaviors. It is truly rewarding to see people get better through the use of evidence-based therapies. We'll work together to create a collaborative, non-judgmental space. Then we will identify, evaluate, and change your unhelpful or upsetting thoughts. My goal is to help reduce your symptoms and unhelpful thoughts — so you feel better.
I am a warm, straightforward therapist focused on providing effective treatment. I work to connect genuinely with each of my patients because I believe the first component of effective treatment is the formation of a trusting, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. With this relationship as the foundation, we can then collaboratively determine your goals and take measurable steps to achieving the change you want in your life. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and young adults struggling with depression, sexual and gender identity, suicidality, emotion regulation, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship problems, family issues, academic and occupational stress, and life transitions.
I am a warm, straightforward therapist focused on providing effective treatment. I work to connect genuinely with each of my patients because I believe the first component of effective treatment is the formation of a trusting, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. With this relationship as the foundation, we can then collaboratively determine your goals and take measurable steps to achieving the change you want in your life. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and young adults struggling with depression, sexual and gender identity, suicidality, emotion regulation, anxiety, eating disorders, relationship problems, family issues, academic and occupational stress, and life transitions.
Emily Andrade
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Waterbury, CT 06705 (Online Only)
Welcome! Reaching out is the first, and often times, the hardest step to seeking care. My goal is to create a safe space for you and work at whatever speed feels right. I have specialized in working with grief, trauma, and mood and personality disorders among children, teens, and adults. I also offer couples counseling for those in need of creating change during difficult times.
Welcome! Reaching out is the first, and often times, the hardest step to seeking care. My goal is to create a safe space for you and work at whatever speed feels right. I have specialized in working with grief, trauma, and mood and personality disorders among children, teens, and adults. I also offer couples counseling for those in need of creating change during difficult times.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management and adhd. I also work with couples on divorce mediation and co-parenting. I am a former CSSD Family Relations Counselor.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger management and adhd. I also work with couples on divorce mediation and co-parenting. I am a former CSSD Family Relations Counselor.
One of the most courageous things we can do is begin to understand our own story. It is also the most liberating. We are not designed to do this alone. I understand how hard it can be to reach out and ask for help. I work alongside individuals and families to help navigate the throes of addiction and mental health challenges. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of connection, healing, and repair both individually and systemically.
One of the most courageous things we can do is begin to understand our own story. It is also the most liberating. We are not designed to do this alone. I understand how hard it can be to reach out and ask for help. I work alongside individuals and families to help navigate the throes of addiction and mental health challenges. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of connection, healing, and repair both individually and systemically.
Monica M Gilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southbury, CT 06488
We often find ourselves seeking out treatment following a loss; loss of love, loss of identity, loss of independence, a loss of something, anything that mattered. Loss is a time when our life path gets altered and we need to set a new course for ourselves. I've been there and have experienced the initial and ongoing pain and confusion of not understanding the loss, but I've learned there's always a reason and it leaves us stronger and wiser than before.
We often find ourselves seeking out treatment following a loss; loss of love, loss of identity, loss of independence, a loss of something, anything that mattered. Loss is a time when our life path gets altered and we need to set a new course for ourselves. I've been there and have experienced the initial and ongoing pain and confusion of not understanding the loss, but I've learned there's always a reason and it leaves us stronger and wiser than before.
Robin Angoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Waterbury, CT 06706 (Online Only)
Life is ever changing with many unexpected issues that can lead to misalignment, and discord. However, "being well through the changes" is key to a sound mind, body, and spirit. I believe that when one seek counseling, it is due to an awareness that one is out of alignment. I am a spiritually driven and professionally trained Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist; licensed as a Professional Counselor, working for over 20 years. My duality of nationalities of being born in Guyana, South America and raised in New York, USA, gives me a realistic view of life, its challenges, and ability to transcend.
Life is ever changing with many unexpected issues that can lead to misalignment, and discord. However, "being well through the changes" is key to a sound mind, body, and spirit. I believe that when one seek counseling, it is due to an awareness that one is out of alignment. I am a spiritually driven and professionally trained Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist; licensed as a Professional Counselor, working for over 20 years. My duality of nationalities of being born in Guyana, South America and raised in New York, USA, gives me a realistic view of life, its challenges, and ability to transcend.
Raysa Florentino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, BS, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06504 (Online Only)
Raysa is a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed professional counselor who uses cultural humility, an empathetic and individualized approach to help humans navigate their current life issues or stressors. One of the goals for therapy is to help individuals attain the personal growth they strive to achieve. Raysa has previous experience working in multiple settings, including in home services, crisis interventions, outpatient services, and school based behavioral health. Raysa is in the process of obtaining her PhD in Counseling.
Raysa is a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed professional counselor who uses cultural humility, an empathetic and individualized approach to help humans navigate their current life issues or stressors. One of the goals for therapy is to help individuals attain the personal growth they strive to achieve. Raysa has previous experience working in multiple settings, including in home services, crisis interventions, outpatient services, and school based behavioral health. Raysa is in the process of obtaining her PhD in Counseling.
Stop using the same approach and expecting different results. Try something new. Practice features: 2 decades of experience::: Customized approach based on your unique needs::: A proven track record helping you to develop new and successful solutions::: The opportunity to improve is renewed with each waking moment. 2024 is your year!
Stop using the same approach and expecting different results. Try something new. Practice features: 2 decades of experience::: Customized approach based on your unique needs::: A proven track record helping you to develop new and successful solutions::: The opportunity to improve is renewed with each waking moment. 2024 is your year!
Kelly Wakeland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06511 (Online Only)
Hello! I specialize in serving clients experiencing disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions struggles, and stress looking to make peace with food, their bodies, and themselves. I provide a warm and relatable environment so clients feel safe to explore and process the intricacies of their experiences. While therapy can touch on difficult topics, I make sure we are also acknowledging and celebrating the joy in your life! I utilize a client-centered approach that honors your inherent wisdom as the expert in your life as the mechanism that will lead to lasting change. I'm licensed in CT, VA, and CA.
Hello! I specialize in serving clients experiencing disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, life transitions struggles, and stress looking to make peace with food, their bodies, and themselves. I provide a warm and relatable environment so clients feel safe to explore and process the intricacies of their experiences. While therapy can touch on difficult topics, I make sure we are also acknowledging and celebrating the joy in your life! I utilize a client-centered approach that honors your inherent wisdom as the expert in your life as the mechanism that will lead to lasting change. I'm licensed in CT, VA, and CA.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.