EMDR Therapists in Colchester, CT

Life involves constant changes, and is not always easy. Change is necessary for growth, but can cause confusion and discomfort, which may impair our ability to move towards the fulfilling lives we envision. Feelings of hopelessness and isolation often lead to unhelpful means of coping, which create a new set of problems. No matter what your struggle, you don't have to do this alone. I believe that a supportive, therapeutic relationship, with you in the driver's seat, can provide clarity and direction. My person-centered approach can help you feel more secure as you navigate your own path. I look forward to walking it with you.

Grounded in the belief that knowing and being true to oneself is the key to mental health and a meaningful existence, I attempt to provide a safe environment enabling my clients to explorer their deepest feelings, thought, and beliefs. Having a compassionate understanding of human nature and psyche I facilitate the process of self discovery and healing with genuineness and expertise.In the last decade I have gained a particular interest and expertise in working with trauma. Work as well as training has taught me deep appreciation and empathy for the suffering that stems from such extraordinary experience.

Are you a first responder who seems to thrive at work, but struggle in relationships? Do you feel caught in the past and unable to move forward? Overwhelmed or burned out? Repeating the same frustrating patterns? If any of this sounds familiar, I specialize in working with people who have past trauma that's holding them back. It's never to late to break the cycle and move forward with confidence!

I am a licensed clinical social worker, and I provide a gentle treatment approach. I have experience in a variety of clinical settings that broadened my understanding of mental illness. My experience led me to view symptoms as adaptive mechanisms. Despite our circumstances, I have found that we all possess an innate ability to survive extreme stress. My aim in treatment is to help you to recognize your abilities to move from surviving to thriving.

On the outside, everything seems great. On the outside, others see that you’re hard-working, accomplished, and a go-getter. But on the inside, you are struggling. You are in a rut. You are constantly anxious. Your inner critic is constantly pointing out where you are falling short or reminding you that you are not enough. The fear of failing, disappointing others, and making mistakes can be overwhelming and exhausting. If this is you, welcome! My name is Dr. Leah Morgan and I treat the big and small challenges that people face in life. My work is driven by the deeply held belief that people get better and that every person can heal.

I believe in a holistic framework of healing that emphasizes the body-mind connection and a treatment that takes into consideration the well-being of the whole person be it mental,emotional or spiritual. My approach will encourage you to connect with your true self by providing an opportunity to explore your belief system and promote positive change. My training in psychotherapy includes Body Centered Gestalt Psychotherapy, EMDR, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy(DBT). This extensive experience is used to benefit clients with wide range of emotional difficulties such as depression, anxiety disorders, grief and loss, and trauma.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing family and individual therapy for adults, teens and children in Colchester. I also provide EMDR treatment.

If you are feeling overwhelmed by events in your life, past or present, or are feeling unhappy and would like to find relief, I would be honored to assist you in that search. I view my role as a facilitator and collaborator, helping you to reconnect with and trust your innate wisdom and strength. I am experienced with issues of aging, anxiety, depression, grief and loss. I specialize in trauma treatment. Traumatic experiences can have long-lasting impacts, whether big "T" or small "t" traumas. I work with adolescents and adults in individual therapy, in-person and on-line.

Welcome to Pathways to Help Counseling. We take special attention to create a safe space for you to be heard and validated in a non-judgmental manner. We bring our genuine empathy and kindness to our work with you, and structure your helping process around a holistic understanding of where you are now. Through our work, we have been humbled and honored to have had the opportunity to support people like you as they have grown, learned & healed through therapy. We focus on helping clients heal and grow through mental health experiences so that they can live their most fulfilling lives.

I am a trauma-informed therapist trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. EMDR is a structured psychotherapy that primarily focuses on treating individuals who have experienced distressing, traumatic events. These experiences, when unprocessed, can become “stuck” in the brain, leading to a wide array of emotional and psychological difficulties. I have seen firsthand the transformative power of this modality and am thankful to have the knowledge and training to guide people on their healing journey.

Each of us have experienced a point in time where we have been overwhelmed by trauma, problems at home, work or in the community. These problems may be issues including anxiety, depression, domestic violence, sexual assault, work place violence, death of a loved one, co-parenting, anger, divorce, work place stress or substance abuse. These stressors may impact daily life and can become overwhelming and require the need for outside support from a trained, licensed professional in order to work through challenges.

Congratulations on taking the first step toward potentially changing your life for the better. Partnering with the right therapist is of primary importance to your healing journey. I have been described as compassionate, authentic, nonjudgmental, and honest, with a well-placed spark of humor. A therapy session with me might be based in person-centered modalities, EMDR, mindfulness, holistic practices (like meditation or hypnotherapy), or whatever you need. I have experience with and truly value working with adolescents, adults, and older adults diverse in gender, race, sexual orientation, and beliefs. All are welcome.

Feeling stressed? Are you struggling with feeling worried and having difficulty relaxing? Are you feeling more anxious than ever before? Perhaps you have many worries about too many different things and it feels difficult to manage. You might notice your heart is racing, your palms becoming sweaty, and feeling short of breath. Does worry keep you up at night trying to stay on top of that to do list? Today you are one step closer to feeling empowered to create a path toward well-being. I work with adults of all ages to explore personal strengths to help create positive changes, especially when working through life's difficulties.

I am not accepting new clients at this time. I am a trauma informed therapist with over 16 years of experience working holistically with adults (21+) managing stress, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, and challenges related to relationships. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) techniques. My ideal clients are ready to do the hard work of healing. This includes in session and out of session work/exercises such as reading, listening to podcasts, watching relevant videos and trying out new things related to regulating your unique nervous system.

***currently not accepting new clients*** Come as you are! I welcome your messy and imperfect self and we will work together to achieve greater joy and peace in your life. I aim to make your experience welcoming and comfortable, and most of all, I encourage you to be your authentic self.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents and adults. The determination and resilience of individuals as they live their lives and manage challenges that sometimes arise has been an interest and inspiration for me.