Therapists in Canaan, CT

I am professional counselor with 12 years of experience specializing in substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety. My passion lies in practicing from a trauma-informed perspective, supporting adults in navigating the impacts of trauma on their lives, empowering them to achieve their desired outcomes, and assisting them in discovering their goals. Through compassionate listening, validation, and a strengths-based approach, I am dedicated to supporting you in reclaiming your narrative, fostering self-compassion, and building a foundation for lasting well-being and flourishing.

Seeking treatment for substance abuse is the first step to recovery. For more than a decade I've enjoyed helping individuals suffering from addiction and SUD seek a happy, healthy, and holistic recovery. As the Program Manager of Outpatient Services at Mountainside Treatment Center in Canaan, I take immense pride in utilizing evidence-based modalities like Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and 12 Step Facilitation to help you heal, and develop lasting, fulfilling plans for a successful recovery.

Here at Evolving Tree Therapy we understand the many challenging demands of Mothers today. Our Mothers have current mental health symptoms impacting their day to day life (anxiety, depression, mood disorder, grief/loss). Our clients are a supporter/caretaker, are the strong one for everyone. They may have a difficult time asking for help, they are frequently tired and overwhelmed craving work life balance. They often feel the weight of the responsibility tornado. They have awareness that they carry the mental load for their home and family. We understand Motherhood can really suck, but it doesn’t have to be so hard and it's okay to talk about the hard parts. It’s okay, not to be okay. It's okay to seek therapy and medication to help, the stigma needs to end (Up to 80% of women report experiencing postpartum symptoms). Mom’s mental health is the most important thing! She is the root and core of the family. Our clients value motherhood, yet they often feel isolated in motherhood, and question their identity. Many of our moms experience guilt like they’re not doing enough.

Seeking treatment for substance abuse disorder can be your ticket to a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life. Throughout my career, I have enjoyed working with individuals on their path to recovery from addiction and drug and alcohol abuse. As Mountainside's Director of Inpatient Services in Canaan, CT, I oversee clinical programming for detox and residential and incorporate a trauma-responsive framework into treatment and supervision. I am skilled in Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques and collaborate with our wellness team to help you develop a successful and comprehensive recovery plan.

Recovering from substance abuse disorder can be challenging, but that's where I can help you succeed. Over the past decade, I've enjoyed helping my clients suffering from addiction heal and find holistic recovery. As the Program Manager of Outpatient Treatment at Mountainside NYC, I take pride in guiding and mentoring clinical and administrative staff in ensuring Best in Class care, and utilizing holistic wellness practices and proven therapies to help clients recover.

Substance use disorders treatment can save your or a loved one’s life. For over 15 years, I have enjoyed working with individuals and families to elicit positive change in their lives. As the Director of Cultural Integration at Mountainside treatment center in Wilton, I implement Acceptance Commitment Therapy, as well as somatic and experiential therapies to help my clients engage more fully in what gives them a sense of meaning and purposefulness in their lives. I also like to incorporate mindfulness and breathwork through my experience as a yoga teacher.

I understand it takes a tremendous amount of courage to enter therapy. My intention is to offer a supportive, compassionate, evidence-based model of treatment particular to the goals of the client. Please feel free to contact me or visit my website at www.lisaoneillmft.com if you have any questions on how therapy might benefit you,or your family.

Alcohol and Drug addiction impact millions of lives a year, but it is time to reclaim yours. Over the past decade, I have enjoyed working with individuals and families on their journey toward reaching their recovery goals. In our clinical sessions, I will help you achieve self-awareness and holistic healing through psychoeducation as well as mind-body techniques. As Mountainside Ramsey's Outpatient Services Program Manager, I will draw from my years of clinical practice in treating substance use and mental health disorders to create an individualized treatment plan tailored to your needs.

Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but sobriety is worth the effort. Throughout my time working in the behavioral health field, including my role as a clinician at Mountainside treatment center, I have had the pleasure of assisting clients as they embark on their recovery journey. At Mountainside, I use a person-centered approach to form meaningful therapeutic relationships and brainstorm practical solutions to early treatment hurdles. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I have helped people of different ages and socioeconomic backgrounds create treatment plans to ensure a comprehensive and successful recovery.

I am a solution focused therapist specializing in couples therapy and families impacted by substance abuse issues. My skills include assessing individuals who might need treatment and utilizing my network of facilities to place that individual in the appropriate level of care. Once someone attains sobriety I believe I am well qualified to help them achieve long term sobriety through lifestyle change and work with the family unit. My approach to couples Therapy is to identify the issues and help the couple come to an agreement of specific, identifiable changes that will heal the relationship for long term success.

In my experience as a therapist, I have seen many people "right" themselves during critical and painful times of their lives. People often come to therapy in distress and confusion, unsure how to manage their current life circumstances or overwhelmed by symptoms related to emotional pain. Sometimes there are signs quietly trying to get your attention and other times it comes as a crisis. Sometimes it is others in your life that are calling for you to change. We will work together to develop clarity, identify solutions and improve your overall life satisfaction.

Life has offered me the gift of experience. I am here to offer my clients insight into life’s toughest challenges with creative curiosity, clarity, and compassion. With certifications in EMDR, IFS, and GOTTMAN, I’ve got you covered. " Life gets better with Practice!"

I believe that every person has an emotional, mental, physical and spiritual life that needs to be supported and nurtured. The path to healing and self-acceptance occurs through a collaborative approach, focused on enhancing personal strengths and insight. Empowering individuals to manage challenges and stressors. My therapeutic approach utilizes the principles of contextual and cognitive-behavioral techniques, as well as skill-based therapies to improve personal effectiveness and empowerment.

Art Therapy, a beneficial and non-threatening alternative to traditional talk therapy. We all have the ability and creativity to connect to images generated by ourselves or by others. Art making has a primal component and brings us great insight into our inner experience. It's my passion and priority to create opportunities for others to recognize and develop their authentic self in a safe and supportive environment. My areas of focus include working with individuals, couples and families, trauma, relational, and substance dependency challenges. I also provided supervision hours for emerging art therapists.