Self-Harming Therapists in East Haven, CT
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Renewed Hope Clinical Sercives, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Haven, CT 06512
My name is Jennifer Brennan, LCSW. Many people feel that they do not have someone to turn to when they are struggling, or that their emotions are not important. I became a Social Worker because you matter, and everyone deserves a safe place to express themselves. Each client seen at Renewed Hope Clinical Services, LLC is provided with individualized therapy sessions in order to help them achieve their goals. I strive to help clients learn new skills, or enhance those they are already using, in order to improve their mental health.
My name is Jennifer Brennan, LCSW. Many people feel that they do not have someone to turn to when they are struggling, or that their emotions are not important. I became a Social Worker because you matter, and everyone deserves a safe place to express themselves. Each client seen at Renewed Hope Clinical Services, LLC is provided with individualized therapy sessions in order to help them achieve their goals. I strive to help clients learn new skills, or enhance those they are already using, in order to improve their mental health.
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Jessica Parker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Haven, CT 06513
Welcome! My name is Jessica and I am a Licensed Master’s Social Worker. Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to working with children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds within day treatment and public school settings. I believe in the inherent strength within each individual to find meaning in life's challenges, fostering healing, growth, and personal evolution. As a therapist, I am deeply committed to guiding clients in accessing their inner resilience to navigate their present circumstances and become the best version of themselves.
Welcome! My name is Jessica and I am a Licensed Master’s Social Worker. Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to working with children, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds within day treatment and public school settings. I believe in the inherent strength within each individual to find meaning in life's challenges, fostering healing, growth, and personal evolution. As a therapist, I am deeply committed to guiding clients in accessing their inner resilience to navigate their present circumstances and become the best version of themselves.
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Thinking about starting therapy, however, don’t know where to begin and what to look for in a therapist can be overwhelming. I am here to make this journey more comfortable for you, your child, and your family. I am a therapist that is empathic, compassionate, relatable, approachable, direct, and welcoming in all sessions all while having fun and making therapy enjoyable. I provide a non-judgmental, safe environment to allow all individuals a place to be vulnerable while you learn about yourself and your therapeutic journey.
Thinking about starting therapy, however, don’t know where to begin and what to look for in a therapist can be overwhelming. I am here to make this journey more comfortable for you, your child, and your family. I am a therapist that is empathic, compassionate, relatable, approachable, direct, and welcoming in all sessions all while having fun and making therapy enjoyable. I provide a non-judgmental, safe environment to allow all individuals a place to be vulnerable while you learn about yourself and your therapeutic journey.
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Joe specializes in supporting adults and adolescents with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and life challenges. His approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and motivational interviewing. Joe prioritizes therapeutic recreation and adapts his techniques to engage clients comfortably, fostering a healthy therapeutic relationship. Using humor and empathy, he empowers clients with coping skills and achievable goals, providing steadfast support through life's changes—all within a progressive, anti-capitalist, and anti-oppressive framework.
Joe specializes in supporting adults and adolescents with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and life challenges. His approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and motivational interviewing. Joe prioritizes therapeutic recreation and adapts his techniques to engage clients comfortably, fostering a healthy therapeutic relationship. Using humor and empathy, he empowers clients with coping skills and achievable goals, providing steadfast support through life's changes—all within a progressive, anti-capitalist, and anti-oppressive framework.
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Sandra Enders
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC, LADC, SYC
Verified Verified
East Haven, CT 06512
I have a fairly diverse background in work and education including 20 years in the business arena in retail and financial services. In 2000 I went back to grad school again and moved into higher education teaching and the mental health field. I have worked specifically in substance use disorder in both residential and out patient facilities and I am knowledgable about most substances both licit and illicit that often get abused.
I have a fairly diverse background in work and education including 20 years in the business arena in retail and financial services. In 2000 I went back to grad school again and moved into higher education teaching and the mental health field. I have worked specifically in substance use disorder in both residential and out patient facilities and I am knowledgable about most substances both licit and illicit that often get abused.
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Venice Garner Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Haven, CT 06512
Waitlist for new clients
"Everyday is a good day, it's just that some days are better than others" This is my motto in my practice and in life. Finding a balance and true happiness starts with self, and having a therapist that is a good fit for you is a start. Asking for help and seeking counseling is the first step. I take pride in the therapeutic relationship and strive to help my clients get to the next level of realistic and ideal change in their lives to reach their full potential.
"Everyday is a good day, it's just that some days are better than others" This is my motto in my practice and in life. Finding a balance and true happiness starts with self, and having a therapist that is a good fit for you is a start. Asking for help and seeking counseling is the first step. I take pride in the therapeutic relationship and strive to help my clients get to the next level of realistic and ideal change in their lives to reach their full potential.
I have an incredible appreciation for the clients I work with to feel “seen & heard” in all aspects of themselves without the experience of judgements or expectations. I am trained in a client-centered/psychodynamic orientation and pull from a variety of treatment approaches based on your needs, recognizing that there is not a "one size fits all" approach to most things in life.
I have an incredible appreciation for the clients I work with to feel “seen & heard” in all aspects of themselves without the experience of judgements or expectations. I am trained in a client-centered/psychodynamic orientation and pull from a variety of treatment approaches based on your needs, recognizing that there is not a "one size fits all" approach to most things in life.
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Christy Modine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Haven, CT 06512
Hello. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile.My goal is to help my clients feel comfortable and respected using a relaxed approach, combined with a little humor and years of experience. Most of my clients say they like my styIe of therapy because I am so "real". I would enjoy the opportunity to share my skills and expertise with you. I am a certified EMDR therapist and while this is not the only approach I use, it is my specialty. I also use motivation, and coaching, as well as, supportive counseling in an effort to meet all my client's needs.
Hello. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile.My goal is to help my clients feel comfortable and respected using a relaxed approach, combined with a little humor and years of experience. Most of my clients say they like my styIe of therapy because I am so "real". I would enjoy the opportunity to share my skills and expertise with you. I am a certified EMDR therapist and while this is not the only approach I use, it is my specialty. I also use motivation, and coaching, as well as, supportive counseling in an effort to meet all my client's needs.
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Erin Marino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ADS
Verified Verified
East Haven, CT 06512 (Online Only)
Anxiety, Depression and addiction are the most common issues around the world. Are you a student who is having difficulty in these areas? Or maybe a young professional who has been having a hard time? What about the parent who needs a little help sometimes. I can help you. My warm and empathetic nature will help you to feel comfortable and open to work on making some changes. I would love to help you be the best version of yourself.
Anxiety, Depression and addiction are the most common issues around the world. Are you a student who is having difficulty in these areas? Or maybe a young professional who has been having a hard time? What about the parent who needs a little help sometimes. I can help you. My warm and empathetic nature will help you to feel comfortable and open to work on making some changes. I would love to help you be the best version of yourself.
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Expressing oneself can be one of the most liberating experiences a person can have. For some, expressing oneself is a simple act. For others, It can be something that needs support, practice and nurture. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 15+years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I see all individuals as the expert of themselves, and am here to provide tools, insight and empathy to assist in reaching one's goals. I take a holistic approach to therapy, including mindfulness, meditation, and general wellness. I also come with certifications in evidenced-based practice, CBT, DBT
Expressing oneself can be one of the most liberating experiences a person can have. For some, expressing oneself is a simple act. For others, It can be something that needs support, practice and nurture. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 15+years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I see all individuals as the expert of themselves, and am here to provide tools, insight and empathy to assist in reaching one's goals. I take a holistic approach to therapy, including mindfulness, meditation, and general wellness. I also come with certifications in evidenced-based practice, CBT, DBT
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Nina Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Haven, CT 06512
Waitlist for new clients
I feel honored to do this work and have much experience working succesfully with kids of all ages, parents and adults. Finding the right therapist is much like finding the right pair of jeans....you want to make sure they fit well. Every counselor will have his/her own style which may not feel comfortable for every person. I offer a multi-step evaluation process, before we agree to longer-term work. If my style of work isn't well- matched to your needs, I'll help you find someone else who is.
I feel honored to do this work and have much experience working succesfully with kids of all ages, parents and adults. Finding the right therapist is much like finding the right pair of jeans....you want to make sure they fit well. Every counselor will have his/her own style which may not feel comfortable for every person. I offer a multi-step evaluation process, before we agree to longer-term work. If my style of work isn't well- matched to your needs, I'll help you find someone else who is.
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David M Meyers, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Haven, CT 06512
My practice was born out of a tradition of commitment to children. From familial and professional roots I have witnessed the value of creating a safe space to allow children to explore and grow. Beginning my career as a teacher, I have watched and marveled at the ways in which children learn and flourish in nurturing environments. As a child therapist I have also seen children suffer when their needs go unmet.
My practice was born out of a tradition of commitment to children. From familial and professional roots I have witnessed the value of creating a safe space to allow children to explore and grow. Beginning my career as a teacher, I have watched and marveled at the ways in which children learn and flourish in nurturing environments. As a child therapist I have also seen children suffer when their needs go unmet.
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Alternative Therapy LLC, A Professional Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CHT
Verified Verified
East Haven, CT 06512
Our aim is to provide alternative and creative services in a supportive manner that provides long term measurable outcomes. Our clinical team is an experienced provider of Individual, Family, and Group Work. Services are provided by a Bilingual Spanish English multi-disciplinary, multi cultural team.
Our aim is to provide alternative and creative services in a supportive manner that provides long term measurable outcomes. Our clinical team is an experienced provider of Individual, Family, and Group Work. Services are provided by a Bilingual Spanish English multi-disciplinary, multi cultural team.
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Erin McCormack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Haven, CT 06512
Not accepting new clients
I am available to treat adults of any and all race, and religious ideology. There is no ideal client per say. I seek to work with individuals who are struggling with a mental health disorder and are looking to get a handle on their daily life and mental wellbeing. I hope each client will bring a level of commitment to therapy and desire to work on their stated goals through the use of coping skills, and different types of therapeutic interventions, which will be taught and discussed to allow the client to attain their goals.
I am available to treat adults of any and all race, and religious ideology. There is no ideal client per say. I seek to work with individuals who are struggling with a mental health disorder and are looking to get a handle on their daily life and mental wellbeing. I hope each client will bring a level of commitment to therapy and desire to work on their stated goals through the use of coping skills, and different types of therapeutic interventions, which will be taught and discussed to allow the client to attain their goals.
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Monique Simone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Haven, CT 06512 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
We all have times in our lives where we feel challenged and discouraged, no matter our age. Together we will explore the strengths and skills to find that balance we are looking for. I will provide a safe and supportive environment free from judgement and ridicule.
We all have times in our lives where we feel challenged and discouraged, no matter our age. Together we will explore the strengths and skills to find that balance we are looking for. I will provide a safe and supportive environment free from judgement and ridicule.
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Eric V Rice
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
East Haven, CT 06512
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that can assist you in finding better balance within your life through management of stress, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues by accessing and defining your own vision of happiness.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that can assist you in finding better balance within your life through management of stress, depression, anxiety, relationship and family issues by accessing and defining your own vision of happiness.
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I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, peer and relationship difficulties. I work with adolescents struggling with self esteem and identity issues.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, peer and relationship difficulties. I work with adolescents struggling with self esteem and identity issues.
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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.
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Erica King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06501
Living well, mindfully. This is the passion of Erica & The Urban Light. Your goal can simply be, "to feel Better" & or "have someone to talk to". We hope that when you join us, you will feel as if we offered you an experience & journey into your own life.
Living well, mindfully. This is the passion of Erica & The Urban Light. Your goal can simply be, "to feel Better" & or "have someone to talk to". We hope that when you join us, you will feel as if we offered you an experience & journey into your own life.
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Stefanie Stewart
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06510 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You are more than this moment, this feeling, this setback, and these thoughts that you just can't get out of your head. Depression and anxiety and oppression and trauma are all real and are all powerful forces that can do so much harm and make you doubt the value you add to the world and the love and respect you deserve. Those voices are not your voice, and I want to help you defeat them.
You are more than this moment, this feeling, this setback, and these thoughts that you just can't get out of your head. Depression and anxiety and oppression and trauma are all real and are all powerful forces that can do so much harm and make you doubt the value you add to the world and the love and respect you deserve. Those voices are not your voice, and I want to help you defeat them.
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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.