Therapists in Canton Center, CT

I am a cognitive-behavioral therapist that draws from current research to tailor treatments for each client. Whether it may be your first time to a psychologist or if you may want to try a different approach, both decisions are the product of a considerable amount of bravery. I believe that a non-judgemental, collaborative, and trusting relationship is the foundation for change to occur.

Imagine finding a trusted partner who understands the struggles you face with communication, anxiety, self-esteem, or helping your child navigate their emotions. As a compassionate therapist, I specialize in supporting adults and children on their journey to emotional well-being. Together, we'll work hand-in-hand, uncovering valuable skills, identifying patterns, and providing the practical tools you need to thrive. With a client-centered approach and unwavering support, let's embark on a transformative journey towards a happier, healthier you.

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.

As a therapist, I specialize in working with people who struggle with life transitions, relationship conflicts between spouses and family members, communication, anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, perinatal mood disorders, miscarriage, grief and loss, and substance use disorders. I am passionate about using a person-centered focus, and having an approachable, compassionate, and welcoming presence for my clients to feel comfortable to open up about their struggles. I am invested in helping individuals gain confidence in themselves to lead a happier and more fulfilling life.

I have been practicing psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and couples therapy for over thirty years. I believe that all of us are attempting to better understand our emotions/actions in order to develop a stronger sense of self and to achieve more satisfying personal relationships and careers. While I have completed five years of postdoctoral training geared toward working with highly motivated, insight oriented patients, I have worked in many different communities with diverse populations and am quite comfortable with assisting men, women and children from all walks of life in achieving their personal goals for growth.

Ellie Mental Health in West Hartford, Connecticut isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfortable, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. Our lovely and amazing therapists see clients ages 3-end of life, and work with individuals, couples, and families.

At Spectrum, we believe that a respectful, confidential, and trusting therapy relationship is the foundation for all true change. We are a multidisciplinary group of licensed mental health professionals offering therapy and assessment to children, adolescents, and adults. People seek our services for many reasons, from adjusting to life transitions such as bereavement, job loss, medical illness, or parenthood, to more ongoing difficulties such as chronic depression or anxiety. We offer specialized therapy and assessment for those dealing with chemical dependency, trauma, learning problems, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders. Our therapists offer individual, couples, and family therapy, and psychological and forensic assessment.

I work with individuals across the life span in a relational process to work through life transitions, loss and grief, career/school counseling, health adjustments, goal achievement and family/relational communication. I am here to assist each individual with their person goals, learning to set boundaries and how to get their needs met in a healthy productive way. I help individuals move forward from situations which may cause anxiety, grief, or sadness to living a more balanced life.

Welcome! I have openings for in-office and telehealth options for residents of MA, RI and CT. You want to make a change in your life? I am here for you. It takes courage to look for help and I am glad that you are here. Everyone needs help in life now and then. You can click on the website link to view availability and to schedule your appointment. I believe every challenge that we encounter is an opportunity for growth and creativity.

**Currently I am not accepting new patients ** I am an LCSW who also holds a doctorate in Social Work. I enjoy working with a wide array of patients; however, I specialize in those who struggle with emotional and behavioral issues. I have an extensive history working with those transitioning and other life phases, specifically with transgender and nonbinary teens and youth and the LGBTQIA+ population as a whole. I do work with clients of all ages and utilize different modalities along with a holistic approach to ensure the patients' needs are being addressed in the most effective way possible.

Jamie Dynderski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Connecticut. She received her Masters in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Connecticut with a concentration in Individuals, Groups, & Families. Jamie has provided individual and family therapy as well as facilitated groups. Jamie continues to pursue advanced training in working with adolescents and families regarding trauma. Her practice approach focuses on the individual strengths of the client and creating a treatment plan to feed the unique needs of each client. Jamie has experience working with diverse clients, providing both brief and long-term treatment.

After 33 years of experience with adults, children, families, and couples, and many transformational groups, I developed Heart Path Therapy® (HPT), integrating the most life changing tools. They include ancient spiritual wisdom, guided imagery, inner childwork, energy psychology (similar to EFT & EMDR), use of sound, and ancestral connection work (Family Constellations). The goal is to transform emotional and relational struggles by bringing compassion to the source and in turn empower a greater sense of meaning and purpose in life. Join an adolescent or adult HPT® GROUP, inspiring online heart opening communities.

Does your child struggle with mental health? Are you overwhelmed by how parenting a child with different needs affects your mental health? Are you tired of trying to manage it all on your own? You want to help your child succeed while maintaining your own physical and emotional well-being but aren’t sure how. Maybe language or cultural barriers make it challenging to find the needed help. Working with an LCSW skilled at providing mental health care and coordinating services from community resources can empower you and your family to live happy, successful lives.

I enjoy working with all populations and age ranges providing a comfortable space for all. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or something you are looking to give a try again too, I want to ensure that together we focus on the goal in which you are working towards or seeking. Everything happens for a reason, so trust the journey you are on.

More than ever, our society places high demands and expectations which can be overwhelming to our emotional mental health. Utilizing psychodynamic theories, cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques, I seek to help children, adolescents, adults and families navigate these pressures. I have had the pleasure of providing services as a therapist at Connecticut Children's Medical Center, in private practice, as well as other outpatient and inpatient settings.

My ideal clients seek positive change amidst challenges like trauma or substance use. They value a nonjudgmental, empathetic space and desire self-improvement. My strengths-based, evidence-rooted approach, including In Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), I incorporate interactions with horses for healing. Together, we engage in activities fostering self-awareness, insight, judgment, and body-awareness.

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 offer remote tele-health and video therapy sessions to anyone seeking mental health support. I earned my MA in Clinical Psychology from the University of Hartford following earning a BA in Psychology, minoring in Women's Studies, from Uconn. I served at York Correctional Maximum Security Prison as a Post Graduate Clinical Intern. I worked as an IICAPS clinician following graduation. I am now working as an Outpatient Clinician serving clients of varying ages and clinical needs. I take the trust my clients offer very seriously and I only take a limited amount of clients ensuring I can give the best care possible.

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.