Family Therapy in East Lyme, CT
Sarah E. DeCecco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, ERYT200, TCYM
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
You may be struggling with the overwhelm and overstimulation in the world today impacting your individual relationships and self-regulation. My goal is to work collaboratively through personal/relational issues towards your own growth and work/life balance. Having Substance use and Psychoeducational Rehabilitation, Child Protection Services, Mitigation Services, Judicial Criminal and Family Court, School Social Work and Individual Counseling experience since 1996, I am familiar with the wide range of circumstances we face in life.
You may be struggling with the overwhelm and overstimulation in the world today impacting your individual relationships and self-regulation. My goal is to work collaboratively through personal/relational issues towards your own growth and work/life balance. Having Substance use and Psychoeducational Rehabilitation, Child Protection Services, Mitigation Services, Judicial Criminal and Family Court, School Social Work and Individual Counseling experience since 1996, I am familiar with the wide range of circumstances we face in life.
Eileen Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333 (Online Only)
I thank you for reaching out during these challenging times. I have been in private practice for the last 16 yrs. My approach is to create a climate of support, empathy and compassion where together we can develop solutions for your concerns. I specialize in helping adults with relationships of all kinds - whether it be in a marriage - with family members (siblings or parents) or even in the workplace - reach out if you could use some help.
I thank you for reaching out during these challenging times. I have been in private practice for the last 16 yrs. My approach is to create a climate of support, empathy and compassion where together we can develop solutions for your concerns. I specialize in helping adults with relationships of all kinds - whether it be in a marriage - with family members (siblings or parents) or even in the workplace - reach out if you could use some help.
At Moya Family Therapy we strive to create a dynamic, supportive, and equitable environment to support your growth.
Finding the right Therapist is like trying on clothes: it has to fit! At Moya Family Therapy we see your strengths over your weaknesses and honor the knowledge and insights you bring to the table. We will carefully pair you with a Therapist to meet your unique needs. Among other things, we treat anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD, couple/ family conflict, and relationship distress, and have specialties in EMDR, MATCH-ADTC for children, and do couples/ family work.
At Moya Family Therapy we strive to create a dynamic, supportive, and equitable environment to support your growth.
Finding the right Therapist is like trying on clothes: it has to fit! At Moya Family Therapy we see your strengths over your weaknesses and honor the knowledge and insights you bring to the table. We will carefully pair you with a Therapist to meet your unique needs. Among other things, we treat anxiety, OCD, depression, PTSD, couple/ family conflict, and relationship distress, and have specialties in EMDR, MATCH-ADTC for children, and do couples/ family work.
Patricia Healy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333 (Online Only)
A similar approach is employed to fortify the identities of individuals in couple/marital and family therapy sessions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who employs a family systems theoretical perspective in doing counseling with adults, adolescents, and children. Depending upon the particular client, I will conduct individual, couple/marital, or family sessions to help individuals gain insight into the dynamics of his or her family of origin. This approach includes an examination of the manner in which these behavior patterns are currently influencing the client's relationships with dating partners, spouses, children, in-laws, friends, co-workers, supervisors, employers, and other significant individuals in the client's life.
A similar approach is employed to fortify the identities of individuals in couple/marital and family therapy sessions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who employs a family systems theoretical perspective in doing counseling with adults, adolescents, and children. Depending upon the particular client, I will conduct individual, couple/marital, or family sessions to help individuals gain insight into the dynamics of his or her family of origin. This approach includes an examination of the manner in which these behavior patterns are currently influencing the client's relationships with dating partners, spouses, children, in-laws, friends, co-workers, supervisors, employers, and other significant individuals in the client's life.
My practice has included individual, family, and group therapy, with evidence based approaches of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and mindfulness practices.
If you are feeling stuck in the struggles and pressures that life brings to you, know that you are not alone. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are in each moment and be a guide in your discovery that growth does exist. I am a licensed clinical social worker, reiki practitioner, and certified in mindfulness. I offer a person-centered holistic healing approach to promote your connection with the mind, body, environment, and spirit. It is my core belief that we are all our own healers and I provide a safe space to explore your goals and find a balance in approaches to best support you in your mental wellness journey.
My practice has included individual, family, and group therapy, with evidence based approaches of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and mindfulness practices.
If you are feeling stuck in the struggles and pressures that life brings to you, know that you are not alone. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are in each moment and be a guide in your discovery that growth does exist. I am a licensed clinical social worker, reiki practitioner, and certified in mindfulness. I offer a person-centered holistic healing approach to promote your connection with the mind, body, environment, and spirit. It is my core belief that we are all our own healers and I provide a safe space to explore your goals and find a balance in approaches to best support you in your mental wellness journey.
My academic training is in marriage and family therapy, and I have advanced training in Gestalt therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples.
Welcome. Choosing a therapist is an important and positive step toward healing and growth. I provide therapy for individual clients and couples to help reduce distress and to assist them in moving from where they are to where they want to be. This is done in the safe, understanding, and non-judgmental environment that is essential for success.
My academic training is in marriage and family therapy, and I have advanced training in Gestalt therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples.
Welcome. Choosing a therapist is an important and positive step toward healing and growth. I provide therapy for individual clients and couples to help reduce distress and to assist them in moving from where they are to where they want to be. This is done in the safe, understanding, and non-judgmental environment that is essential for success.
Pathways Center For Learning & Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
treatment is available for Individual Therapy, Couples/Marriage Therapy, Family Therapy.
At Pathways we believe that everyone has within themselves the potential for personal growth. Through forming a partnership with our patients, we strive to guide and empower them to work through obstacles they face. Our mission truly lies in our name, as we help each individual create their own pathway for change. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and realize that Trust, Respect and Confidentiality form the foundation of this partnership.
treatment is available for Individual Therapy, Couples/Marriage Therapy, Family Therapy.
At Pathways we believe that everyone has within themselves the potential for personal growth. Through forming a partnership with our patients, we strive to guide and empower them to work through obstacles they face. Our mission truly lies in our name, as we help each individual create their own pathway for change. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and realize that Trust, Respect and Confidentiality form the foundation of this partnership.
I am a clinical social worker in private practice since 1996. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing emotional distress. My specialties include depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and loss, job/school stress, life transition, and relationship issues. My goal is to empower clients to enact change by developing insight and clarity as to the origins and contributors to their distress. I work with clients to identify fears, guilt, destructive patterns, and family influences that are affecting their ability to live a healthy, satisfying life. My style is highly interactive, supportive, caring, and direct.
I am a clinical social worker in private practice since 1996. I have extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families experiencing emotional distress. My specialties include depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief and loss, job/school stress, life transition, and relationship issues. My goal is to empower clients to enact change by developing insight and clarity as to the origins and contributors to their distress. I work with clients to identify fears, guilt, destructive patterns, and family influences that are affecting their ability to live a healthy, satisfying life. My style is highly interactive, supportive, caring, and direct.
Sam Schaperow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
Currently taking clients for >diagnostic evaluations<, couples, & >group therapy<. I am a caring, evidence-based, and holistic (consideration of the whole) therapist looking forward to challenging cases from people needing my expertise. Making use of a wide variety of therapies, from verbal to non-verbal, devoting much time on each of the select cases I take, and engaging in colleague consultations, I am often able to help with even the most challenging of issues. I also see children, doing family therapy even for the toughest kids. You'll see the difference family support makes, rather than my just trying to "fix the kid".
Currently taking clients for >diagnostic evaluations<, couples, & >group therapy<. I am a caring, evidence-based, and holistic (consideration of the whole) therapist looking forward to challenging cases from people needing my expertise. Making use of a wide variety of therapies, from verbal to non-verbal, devoting much time on each of the select cases I take, and engaging in colleague consultations, I am often able to help with even the most challenging of issues. I also see children, doing family therapy even for the toughest kids. You'll see the difference family support makes, rather than my just trying to "fix the kid".
Dr. Normajean Cefarelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
As a doctoral level family therapist, I have the highest level of clinical and academic training.
Have you ever wondered whether in person or video therapy would work for you? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you say will surprise me. I can help your adolescent or young adult work through difficulties and become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. My work is dedicated to the well-being of families and young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship and work issues, and other stressors. I am easy to talk to, compassionate, and real. Clients often see improvement early on in therapy.
As a doctoral level family therapist, I have the highest level of clinical and academic training.
Have you ever wondered whether in person or video therapy would work for you? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you say will surprise me. I can help your adolescent or young adult work through difficulties and become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. My work is dedicated to the well-being of families and young adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship and work issues, and other stressors. I am easy to talk to, compassionate, and real. Clients often see improvement early on in therapy.
Olivia Tufo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
Sometimes in life it seems like nothing can go right, that one bad day turned into a week and now a year, your thoughts aren’t even making sense! Other times everything is going well, you couldn’t ask for a more “perfect” life but inside it doesn’t feel quite right.
Sometimes in life it seems like nothing can go right, that one bad day turned into a week and now a year, your thoughts aren’t even making sense! Other times everything is going well, you couldn’t ask for a more “perfect” life but inside it doesn’t feel quite right.
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Janet Woronick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333 (Online Only)
Imagine what it might feel like to manage your anxiety, learn effective coping strategies, and to have more peace in your daily life. Anxious thoughts, free floating worry, and depression can impair memory, sleep, and the quality of life. I am a clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working in a variety of settings. I have helped many clients navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief.
Imagine what it might feel like to manage your anxiety, learn effective coping strategies, and to have more peace in your daily life. Anxious thoughts, free floating worry, and depression can impair memory, sleep, and the quality of life. I am a clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience working in a variety of settings. I have helped many clients navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief.
Serene Soul Counseling
Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333 (Online Only)
As a mental health therapist, I am committed to fostering a space where healing and growth are not only possible but inevitable.
As a mental health therapist, I am committed to fostering a space where healing and growth are not only possible but inevitable.
Sylvia Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with your level of stress and increasing anxiety? Do you have stressors and conflict in your current relationships? I can help you. I use my warm, yet direct and honest approach to guide you in making the changes you would like to see in yourself and in your relationship. I enjoy working with couples and adults. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you can tackle the difficulties you face. Together we can develop your skills to improve your day-to-day coping, relationships and quality of life.
Are you struggling with your level of stress and increasing anxiety? Do you have stressors and conflict in your current relationships? I can help you. I use my warm, yet direct and honest approach to guide you in making the changes you would like to see in yourself and in your relationship. I enjoy working with couples and adults. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where you can tackle the difficulties you face. Together we can develop your skills to improve your day-to-day coping, relationships and quality of life.
Beth Nichols
Licensed Professional Counselor, MED , LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
My clients are individuals of all ages; I specialize in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults and their varied needs and challenges. I am skilled in helping clients with anxiety, grief and loss, social skills, stress, depression, and life transitions. Whether you are looking for short term or longer term counseling, I will help you achieve your desired outcomes. I work through a strength- based lens, and you will come to see yourself as I do: an individual with many options for change, self-discovery and hope as you take steps forward and activate your goals.
My clients are individuals of all ages; I specialize in working with adolescents, teens, and young adults and their varied needs and challenges. I am skilled in helping clients with anxiety, grief and loss, social skills, stress, depression, and life transitions. Whether you are looking for short term or longer term counseling, I will help you achieve your desired outcomes. I work through a strength- based lens, and you will come to see yourself as I do: an individual with many options for change, self-discovery and hope as you take steps forward and activate your goals.
TJ Butcher, MA, LPC, BCPC, CH, CSC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCPC, CH, CSC
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
No matter what you are suffering from or want to improve, there are ways to get your brain to function better and give you the life you deserve.
No matter what you are suffering from or want to improve, there are ways to get your brain to function better and give you the life you deserve.
Erin Harings
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333 (Online Only)
Has life become more about routine, or survival instead of living out the dreams you once had? Or perhaps you are living in fear of the future? My goal is to bring out the best version of you, and as a result, help you feel amazing. During our sessions, we will work together to get to the root of the issue. We will also work on improving your current state of mind. This process will make you excited about the future and provide you with a more positive outlook on life. I offer individual therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD and relationship struggles.
Has life become more about routine, or survival instead of living out the dreams you once had? Or perhaps you are living in fear of the future? My goal is to bring out the best version of you, and as a result, help you feel amazing. During our sessions, we will work together to get to the root of the issue. We will also work on improving your current state of mind. This process will make you excited about the future and provide you with a more positive outlook on life. I offer individual therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD and relationship struggles.
Karen A Viggiani
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, NCC
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
I am an experienced, engaging therapist who brings warmth, humor, creativity, hope, and compassion into my practice. I am dedicated to helping rebuild, strengthen, and empower individuals and families who have felt lost or been hit by life's challenges. I have extensive experience in working with young individuals and families who have experienced significant loss or trauma, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. I specialize in early childhood, attachment, developmental/ behavioral issues, trauma in infancy/ early childhood, issues around adoption, and in helping parents develop insight and understanding into their child's behavior and experiences.
I am an experienced, engaging therapist who brings warmth, humor, creativity, hope, and compassion into my practice. I am dedicated to helping rebuild, strengthen, and empower individuals and families who have felt lost or been hit by life's challenges. I have extensive experience in working with young individuals and families who have experienced significant loss or trauma, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. I specialize in early childhood, attachment, developmental/ behavioral issues, trauma in infancy/ early childhood, issues around adoption, and in helping parents develop insight and understanding into their child's behavior and experiences.
Rachel Dash Dougherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333 (Online Only)
Women are feeling the pressure to be perfect & to do it all now more than ever. We are dropping out of the workforce or working at our careers then working "the double shift" at home. You tell yourself that you wont reach your goals. You predict what will happen and constantly ask “but what if...” You feel like something is broken or missing. You don't feel good enough. Despite your accomplishments, you feel like a failure. You put other peoples needs first. These thoughts have taken over and keep you up at night. I am here to help.
Women are feeling the pressure to be perfect & to do it all now more than ever. We are dropping out of the workforce or working at our careers then working "the double shift" at home. You tell yourself that you wont reach your goals. You predict what will happen and constantly ask “but what if...” You feel like something is broken or missing. You don't feel good enough. Despite your accomplishments, you feel like a failure. You put other peoples needs first. These thoughts have taken over and keep you up at night. I am here to help.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.