Couples Counseling Therapists in Bristol, CT
My background as a Marriage and Family Therapist has shaped the work I do to help individuals, couples, and families with issues such as anxiety, depression, communication, family conflict, child and adolescent development, parenting, substance abuse, addictions, co-dependency, grief and loss, trauma, anger, divorce, blended families, and infidelity.
Finding the right therapist is the first step in getting to the place you want to be. Whether for personal growth, a relationship or family issue, healing from loss or past trauma, the relationship developed with your therapist is an important part of this process. My approach to working with people is to provide a comfortable space to collaborate towards reaching your goals. Together we will lay the groundwork necessary to develop solutions to meet your needs.
My background as a Marriage and Family Therapist has shaped the work I do to help individuals, couples, and families with issues such as anxiety, depression, communication, family conflict, child and adolescent development, parenting, substance abuse, addictions, co-dependency, grief and loss, trauma, anger, divorce, blended families, and infidelity.
Finding the right therapist is the first step in getting to the place you want to be. Whether for personal growth, a relationship or family issue, healing from loss or past trauma, the relationship developed with your therapist is an important part of this process. My approach to working with people is to provide a comfortable space to collaborate towards reaching your goals. Together we will lay the groundwork necessary to develop solutions to meet your needs.
Deanna Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with depression, anxiety, life stage transitions, addiction, relationship issues, family conflict, child and adolescent development issues, and perinatal mood disorders.
*Accepting New Clients* If you're feeling anxious and overwhelmed, or like the small stuff seems bigger than it should, you're not alone. Reaching out for help is the first step towards healing and obtaining inner peace. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which to address the issues that are weighing you down so that you may lead a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
I have experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with depression, anxiety, life stage transitions, addiction, relationship issues, family conflict, child and adolescent development issues, and perinatal mood disorders.
*Accepting New Clients* If you're feeling anxious and overwhelmed, or like the small stuff seems bigger than it should, you're not alone. Reaching out for help is the first step towards healing and obtaining inner peace. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which to address the issues that are weighing you down so that you may lead a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
Within Reach (Sonya Kirven)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
Building the therapeutic relationship in a judgment free space is key in achieving insight and growth.
Accepting New Clients... Imagine having a judgement-free, empathetic space of your own where you can share, explore, and make sense of those most challenging issues in your life. Being able to manage life's many twists and turns and unexpected obstacles can be tough. You don't have to struggle in silence. Depression, Anxiety, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and trauma are all very real experiences and emotions. Therapy can help you make sense of what you're feeling. Let's work together to bridge some gaps and help you get to a healthier, more functioning self. You deserve it! I am skilled in supporting individuals with concerns
Building the therapeutic relationship in a judgment free space is key in achieving insight and growth.
Accepting New Clients... Imagine having a judgement-free, empathetic space of your own where you can share, explore, and make sense of those most challenging issues in your life. Being able to manage life's many twists and turns and unexpected obstacles can be tough. You don't have to struggle in silence. Depression, Anxiety, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and trauma are all very real experiences and emotions. Therapy can help you make sense of what you're feeling. Let's work together to bridge some gaps and help you get to a healthier, more functioning self. You deserve it! I am skilled in supporting individuals with concerns
Melissa Leigh Costanzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
My personal and laid back style have been successful working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, Bi-polar, suicidal ideation, self harm, as well as couples issues including sexual dysfunction, affairs, mistrust, parenting and co-parenting.
I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2002. Much of my career has been working with children & teens in conjunction with their families as well as individual adult clients & couples, providing clinical treatment, support & psyho-education. As a graduate of University St Joseph, West Hartford, CT in Marriage & Family Therapy, I gained a greater understanding of the effects symptoms have on & are effected by family members. I utilize a Solution Focused therapy approach providing short term goal oriented sessions. In addition, I seek to establish boundaries & open communication in families increasing functionlevel
My personal and laid back style have been successful working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, Bi-polar, suicidal ideation, self harm, as well as couples issues including sexual dysfunction, affairs, mistrust, parenting and co-parenting.
I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2002. Much of my career has been working with children & teens in conjunction with their families as well as individual adult clients & couples, providing clinical treatment, support & psyho-education. As a graduate of University St Joseph, West Hartford, CT in Marriage & Family Therapy, I gained a greater understanding of the effects symptoms have on & are effected by family members. I utilize a Solution Focused therapy approach providing short term goal oriented sessions. In addition, I seek to establish boundaries & open communication in families increasing functionlevel
Helping Hands Behavioral Health and Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
This provider is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. She works with young adults, older adults, and families who are grappling with the circumstances of life. She believes it is critical to develop an authentic relationship with you that is authentic and fosters a sense of trust as you begin to engage in the therapeutic process.
This provider is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. She works with young adults, older adults, and families who are grappling with the circumstances of life. She believes it is critical to develop an authentic relationship with you that is authentic and fosters a sense of trust as you begin to engage in the therapeutic process.
I provide individual, couples and family therapy for people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, grief, parenting support, couples in conflict looking to improve the relationship.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to help clients achieve their goals. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and positive space to help clients reach their full potential.
I provide individual, couples and family therapy for people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, grief, parenting support, couples in conflict looking to improve the relationship.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to help clients achieve their goals. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and positive space to help clients reach their full potential.
Pamela R. Aiken
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RN
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
I am grateful for the opportunity to join individuals, couples and families on this part of their journey, as I know that the decision to seek treatment takes a great deal of courage.
I have had the privilege and the pleasure of working with families, couples and individuals of all ages for more than 25 years, initially as a Registered Nurse and currently as a Marriage and Family Therapist. In my practice I strive to instill hope in all of the individuals I work with, that healing and change can occur. This is done by creating a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive environment. I want to offer you the therapy that you deserve, as we work together to help you reach your goals.
I am grateful for the opportunity to join individuals, couples and families on this part of their journey, as I know that the decision to seek treatment takes a great deal of courage.
I have had the privilege and the pleasure of working with families, couples and individuals of all ages for more than 25 years, initially as a Registered Nurse and currently as a Marriage and Family Therapist. In my practice I strive to instill hope in all of the individuals I work with, that healing and change can occur. This is done by creating a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive environment. I want to offer you the therapy that you deserve, as we work together to help you reach your goals.
Georgianna Sloate
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CIFST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
Welcome! The longest and most rewarding journey is the journey within yourself. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) Practitioner. My experience includes working with individuals, and couples. My goal is to promote healing and change by utilizing the mind, body and spirit in a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive setting where you can feel free to discuss your thoughts and emotions. I combine Internal Family Systems (IFS) and NET to assist in authentic self transformation, more confidence, improvement in health and wellness as well as personal growth and healing wounded parts.
Welcome! The longest and most rewarding journey is the journey within yourself. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) Practitioner. My experience includes working with individuals, and couples. My goal is to promote healing and change by utilizing the mind, body and spirit in a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive setting where you can feel free to discuss your thoughts and emotions. I combine Internal Family Systems (IFS) and NET to assist in authentic self transformation, more confidence, improvement in health and wellness as well as personal growth and healing wounded parts.
Within Reach (Shauna Figueroa)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
My use of diverse and interactive clinical and therapeutic approaches have proven to be most effective in addressing issues including depression, substance use, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, parenting and coping skills.
We all have life experience, some more difficult than others. What is troubling you? What would you like to change? Is now the best time to address your concerns? I am sure these are a few questions you have asked yourself at one time or another, I assure you are NOT alone! If you are looking for a nonjudgmental, compassionate, and solution focused therapist look no further. For over 15 years, I have worked with individuals, couples and family’s addressing some of life’s most challenging circumstances.
My use of diverse and interactive clinical and therapeutic approaches have proven to be most effective in addressing issues including depression, substance use, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, parenting and coping skills.
We all have life experience, some more difficult than others. What is troubling you? What would you like to change? Is now the best time to address your concerns? I am sure these are a few questions you have asked yourself at one time or another, I assure you are NOT alone! If you are looking for a nonjudgmental, compassionate, and solution focused therapist look no further. For over 15 years, I have worked with individuals, couples and family’s addressing some of life’s most challenging circumstances.
Within Reach (Chantell Paris)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
Empowering individuals, couples and families to make positive change and overcome obstacles in their lives is my goal and I look forward to helping you through your journey!.
*****ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! Please contact us to schedule a telephone or video session today! “When we talk about our feelings they become less overwhelming, less upsetting and less scary.” My name is Chantell Paris and I am passionate about working with individuals to help them gain the confidence, independence and happiness we all desire by discovering inner strengths and resilience to overcome life’s challenges. I work with adults, adolescents, children and families with a variety of needs such as anxiety, depression, addiction, ADHD, conduct disorder, emotional disturbances and more.
Empowering individuals, couples and families to make positive change and overcome obstacles in their lives is my goal and I look forward to helping you through your journey!.
*****ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! Please contact us to schedule a telephone or video session today! “When we talk about our feelings they become less overwhelming, less upsetting and less scary.” My name is Chantell Paris and I am passionate about working with individuals to help them gain the confidence, independence and happiness we all desire by discovering inner strengths and resilience to overcome life’s challenges. I work with adults, adolescents, children and families with a variety of needs such as anxiety, depression, addiction, ADHD, conduct disorder, emotional disturbances and more.
Audrey Elbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
When you are experiencing stress, it is common to feel lost and unsure. My passion is helping people heal and grow from conflict; whether that's family, marital, major life changes or general feelings of being overwhelmed/stressed. I have dedicated my career to helping people of all kinds, including teens, adults, couples and families. With the extensive evidenced based therapy training and years of experience I have received, I can offer quality treatment. To make it even more convenient to receive quality treatment in the comfort of your own home, I offer online exclusively.
When you are experiencing stress, it is common to feel lost and unsure. My passion is helping people heal and grow from conflict; whether that's family, marital, major life changes or general feelings of being overwhelmed/stressed. I have dedicated my career to helping people of all kinds, including teens, adults, couples and families. With the extensive evidenced based therapy training and years of experience I have received, I can offer quality treatment. To make it even more convenient to receive quality treatment in the comfort of your own home, I offer online exclusively.
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Peaceful Mind Behavioral Health & Wellness LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
We work with clients of all ages including couples and families.
Our Therapists and Medication Providers at Peaceful Mind implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among clients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and at Peaceful Mind we promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions.
We work with clients of all ages including couples and families.
Our Therapists and Medication Providers at Peaceful Mind implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among clients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and at Peaceful Mind we promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions.
Keisha Clayton-Fearon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
My name is Keisha Clayton Fearon and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Connecticut, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents, couples, and older/geriatric populations and specialize in couples' issues, anxiety, and stress, and use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
My name is Keisha Clayton Fearon and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Connecticut, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adolescents, couples, and older/geriatric populations and specialize in couples' issues, anxiety, and stress, and use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Maria Cacace-Mele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
Hello, My name is Maria Mele and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with all ages, teenagers, adults and seniors. My approach to a session, is open, non-judgmental and relaxed when getting to know one another and identifying goals for our work together. I have been working in the clinical field for over 25 years. I enjoy working with all age levels and feel comfortable working alongside a client to move through their personal struggles. I enjoy the clinical relationship and mutually working toward personal growth and obtaining ones goals.
Hello, My name is Maria Mele and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I work with all ages, teenagers, adults and seniors. My approach to a session, is open, non-judgmental and relaxed when getting to know one another and identifying goals for our work together. I have been working in the clinical field for over 25 years. I enjoy working with all age levels and feel comfortable working alongside a client to move through their personal struggles. I enjoy the clinical relationship and mutually working toward personal growth and obtaining ones goals.
I have extensive experience providing therapeutic treatment to adolescence, adults, couples & families in a variety of settings.
Are you looking for an open-minded, supportive, and compassionate therapist? I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience building strong therapeutic relationships with individuals and supporting them in reaching their goals. I am a strength-based and client-focused therapist; I strive to empower and provide hope in sessions. I utilize a variety of techniques and I have trained in various models of evidence-based practices, in addition to being a Certified Reiki Practitioner.
I have extensive experience providing therapeutic treatment to adolescence, adults, couples & families in a variety of settings.
Are you looking for an open-minded, supportive, and compassionate therapist? I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience building strong therapeutic relationships with individuals and supporting them in reaching their goals. I am a strength-based and client-focused therapist; I strive to empower and provide hope in sessions. I utilize a variety of techniques and I have trained in various models of evidence-based practices, in addition to being a Certified Reiki Practitioner.
Cheryl Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
I am most comfortable treating depression, anxiety, relational and interpersonal issues, and trauma, and providing couples counseling and family therapy.
Cheryl L. Wilson, LCSW, My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, focusing on exploring the client's earlier years to understand their current behaviors and emotions. My practice area of focus includes relationships, adolescents, and families. I aim to uncover deep-seated issues and patterns from the past, helping individuals gain insight and achieve personal growth. Through this exploration, I facilitate healing and foster healthier relationships within families and among adolescents.
I am most comfortable treating depression, anxiety, relational and interpersonal issues, and trauma, and providing couples counseling and family therapy.
Cheryl L. Wilson, LCSW, My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, focusing on exploring the client's earlier years to understand their current behaviors and emotions. My practice area of focus includes relationships, adolescents, and families. I aim to uncover deep-seated issues and patterns from the past, helping individuals gain insight and achieve personal growth. Through this exploration, I facilitate healing and foster healthier relationships within families and among adolescents.
Hello, my name is Crystal Hayes and I have a MA in Clinical Psychology and am a LPC with over 9 years of experience as a mental health clinician. I have extensive training in trauma and attachment, particularly childhood abuse and relationship struggles. Throughout the years, I have worked with clients aged 4-85 in residential, partial hospitalization, community/in-home, outpatient, and recovery settings. To me, therapy is about creating a comfortable environment and a meaningful connection to my clients so that they feel supported and safe while working through challenges and sharing vulnerable parts of themselves.
Hello, my name is Crystal Hayes and I have a MA in Clinical Psychology and am a LPC with over 9 years of experience as a mental health clinician. I have extensive training in trauma and attachment, particularly childhood abuse and relationship struggles. Throughout the years, I have worked with clients aged 4-85 in residential, partial hospitalization, community/in-home, outpatient, and recovery settings. To me, therapy is about creating a comfortable environment and a meaningful connection to my clients so that they feel supported and safe while working through challenges and sharing vulnerable parts of themselves.
For the past five years, I've had the honor of helping couples like you navigate challenges and find deeper connections.
I'm so glad you're here. For the past five years, I've had the honor of helping couples like you navigate challenges and find deeper connections. At Peakworks, I combine Eastern and Western therapeutic approaches to address communication issues, trust, parenting conflicts, financial disagreements, and intimacy concerns. Our warm, safe, and holistic space ensures you feel supported every step of the way.
For the past five years, I've had the honor of helping couples like you navigate challenges and find deeper connections.
I'm so glad you're here. For the past five years, I've had the honor of helping couples like you navigate challenges and find deeper connections. At Peakworks, I combine Eastern and Western therapeutic approaches to address communication issues, trust, parenting conflicts, financial disagreements, and intimacy concerns. Our warm, safe, and holistic space ensures you feel supported every step of the way.
If you are a woman who is struggling with self worth, self esteem, creating healthy boundaries, creating balance in her relationship, you are a woman who would work well with me. I specialize in working with women who want to be in control of their own lives but struggle to get out of their own way. Women are taught at a young age that they must care take, not disappoint and put themselves last. I work with women to unlearn those deep seeded narratives and create new ones. Learn to create healthy boundaries and build a life they feel completely unapologetic about. no longer trapped in fear, shame and guilt. I also offer coaching.
If you are a woman who is struggling with self worth, self esteem, creating healthy boundaries, creating balance in her relationship, you are a woman who would work well with me. I specialize in working with women who want to be in control of their own lives but struggle to get out of their own way. Women are taught at a young age that they must care take, not disappoint and put themselves last. I work with women to unlearn those deep seeded narratives and create new ones. Learn to create healthy boundaries and build a life they feel completely unapologetic about. no longer trapped in fear, shame and guilt. I also offer coaching.
Life does not stand still for anyone, and sometimes we can find ourselves unprepared to cope with its challenges. With over a decade of experience, I can help you to navigate what lies ahead in your journey. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, family and/or relationship issues, self-esteem, or simply improving your outlook on life, I am honored to help you build your confidence and inner strength to overcome those obstacles.
Life does not stand still for anyone, and sometimes we can find ourselves unprepared to cope with its challenges. With over a decade of experience, I can help you to navigate what lies ahead in your journey. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, family and/or relationship issues, self-esteem, or simply improving your outlook on life, I am honored to help you build your confidence and inner strength to overcome those obstacles.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.