Therapists in Ellington, CT
Lighthouse Psychotherapy and Coaching, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Ellington, CT 06029
I am so glad to help you with your healing journey. I have worked with most populations, and my specialties are working with people who have PTSD, dementia/Alzheimer's, anxiety, depression and family/relationship issues, and I am a divorce mediator. I am an authorized Oasis trainer, so mindfulness is an important part of my practice, as it soothes us mentally and physically.
I am so glad to help you with your healing journey. I have worked with most populations, and my specialties are working with people who have PTSD, dementia/Alzheimer's, anxiety, depression and family/relationship issues, and I am a divorce mediator. I am an authorized Oasis trainer, so mindfulness is an important part of my practice, as it soothes us mentally and physically.
Sarah L Mackiewicz
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029
For families, I recognize the importance of a cohesive and supportive family dynamic.
As a dedicated therapist specializing in the care and support of children, adolescents, and families, I am committed to fostering a nurturing and collaborative environment where clients can thrive. With a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, my approach is rooted in evidence-based practices designed to address a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
For families, I recognize the importance of a cohesive and supportive family dynamic.
As a dedicated therapist specializing in the care and support of children, adolescents, and families, I am committed to fostering a nurturing and collaborative environment where clients can thrive. With a strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy, my approach is rooted in evidence-based practices designed to address a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
Idalia Centeno-Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029
Idalia regularly attends clinical trainings keeping current on knowledge and skills relating to specific treatment approaches as well as furthering their expertise in human behavior, human development across the lifespan, and emotional and psychological wellness. Idalia experienced in working closely with other medical and mental health professionals, school professionals, and community associations to help people gain relief from symptoms while developing greater insight and awareness, reducing problematic or disruptive behaviors, improving interpersonal, family, academic, career and community functioning, and overall well being.
Idalia regularly attends clinical trainings keeping current on knowledge and skills relating to specific treatment approaches as well as furthering their expertise in human behavior, human development across the lifespan, and emotional and psychological wellness. Idalia experienced in working closely with other medical and mental health professionals, school professionals, and community associations to help people gain relief from symptoms while developing greater insight and awareness, reducing problematic or disruptive behaviors, improving interpersonal, family, academic, career and community functioning, and overall well being.
West Meadow Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029
Welcome to West Meadow Counseling! We are comprised of 5 Licensed Therapists helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with mental, emotional, and spiritual struggles. We recognize and respect each individual and family as unique. Therefore, we strive to create a trusting and compassionate environment from which a strong therapeutic relationship can grow in. We believe change happens when this connection is present.
Welcome to West Meadow Counseling! We are comprised of 5 Licensed Therapists helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and families with mental, emotional, and spiritual struggles. We recognize and respect each individual and family as unique. Therefore, we strive to create a trusting and compassionate environment from which a strong therapeutic relationship can grow in. We believe change happens when this connection is present.
I offer high quality individual, couple and/or family therapy to treat a wide range of problems and issues. I use my clinical background to help you address and resolve the conflicts that are undermining the quality of your life. My mission is to help all ages transform problem centered behavior into a healthier way of living. As a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in yoga and mindfulness, I will help you focus your energy, create steps towards change and find your way.
I offer high quality individual, couple and/or family therapy to treat a wide range of problems and issues. I use my clinical background to help you address and resolve the conflicts that are undermining the quality of your life. My mission is to help all ages transform problem centered behavior into a healthier way of living. As a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in yoga and mindfulness, I will help you focus your energy, create steps towards change and find your way.
Kristen Diekmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and have been working within the state of Connecticut over the past thirteen years seeing adults and families in a variety of settings.
Therapy can help to decrease stress or anxiety, improve communication in relationships and make a positive shift in your overall well-being. If you are considering seeing a therapist, it can be difficult to know how to choose one. It makes a big difference to find someone that you feel comfortable talking to and feel that you can trust. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is a collaborative effort. I strive to build on the strengths of my clients and help them to develop plans to achieve their goals.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and have been working within the state of Connecticut over the past thirteen years seeing adults and families in a variety of settings.
Therapy can help to decrease stress or anxiety, improve communication in relationships and make a positive shift in your overall well-being. If you are considering seeing a therapist, it can be difficult to know how to choose one. It makes a big difference to find someone that you feel comfortable talking to and feel that you can trust. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is a collaborative effort. I strive to build on the strengths of my clients and help them to develop plans to achieve their goals.
No availability currently (10/11/24 updated) (no evening/weekend availability - email contact preferred). I have been working with adults, adolescents and their families for the past ten years. Prior to that I worked for three years at an outpatient level with adults, family's and couples. I enjoy working with all types of clients and delving into family history as to what the root cause of the problem is and how to assist clients to come to a resolution of the origins of their problem and how it effects them today both personally and in their intimate relationships
No availability currently (10/11/24 updated) (no evening/weekend availability - email contact preferred). I have been working with adults, adolescents and their families for the past ten years. Prior to that I worked for three years at an outpatient level with adults, family's and couples. I enjoy working with all types of clients and delving into family history as to what the root cause of the problem is and how to assist clients to come to a resolution of the origins of their problem and how it effects them today both personally and in their intimate relationships
Kerry L Tuttle Ketchale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029
Keep calm and just breathe. You are where you need to be. Wherever you are on your personal journey, I am here to assist and empower you. I am a licensed clinical social worker and trained mediator with 20+ years experience. I serve individuals, couples, and families. My style is warm, relaxed and comfortable; my work emerges from a positive, strengths-based perspective. Compassion and authenticity are at the core of my practice.
Keep calm and just breathe. You are where you need to be. Wherever you are on your personal journey, I am here to assist and empower you. I am a licensed clinical social worker and trained mediator with 20+ years experience. I serve individuals, couples, and families. My style is warm, relaxed and comfortable; my work emerges from a positive, strengths-based perspective. Compassion and authenticity are at the core of my practice.
Jose Valentin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MS, I/O Psy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029
I have worked with emphasis in Health Psychology and Clinical Psychological interventions to offer support in managing crisis interventions, minimize the effects of Trauma and Childhood Trauma with clients whom have diagnosis of PTSD as other mental health conditions such as Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Addiction, Bipolar, Depression/Anxiety and behavioral problems. I work along with the client to establish collaborative clinical goals that can help the client to identify their short term to long term goals to help address the psychological need of the diverse populations of children, teenagers, adults, veterans and geriatric.
I have worked with emphasis in Health Psychology and Clinical Psychological interventions to offer support in managing crisis interventions, minimize the effects of Trauma and Childhood Trauma with clients whom have diagnosis of PTSD as other mental health conditions such as Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Addiction, Bipolar, Depression/Anxiety and behavioral problems. I work along with the client to establish collaborative clinical goals that can help the client to identify their short term to long term goals to help address the psychological need of the diverse populations of children, teenagers, adults, veterans and geriatric.
Joseph Boivin has been a therapist for over 35 years in a variety of treatment programs including hospitals, PHP and IOP, transitional living/halfway houses and outpatient programs. Joseph entered the independent practitioner realm 8 years ago with his private practice associated with a team of healthcare professionals. He is licensed as a professional counselor and as a drug and alcohol counselor. He sees individuals, couples and facilitates therapy groups fostering drug abuse recovery. He works to provide clients with a tailor-made treatment plan that can be integrated into their daily life.
Joseph Boivin has been a therapist for over 35 years in a variety of treatment programs including hospitals, PHP and IOP, transitional living/halfway houses and outpatient programs. Joseph entered the independent practitioner realm 8 years ago with his private practice associated with a team of healthcare professionals. He is licensed as a professional counselor and as a drug and alcohol counselor. He sees individuals, couples and facilitates therapy groups fostering drug abuse recovery. He works to provide clients with a tailor-made treatment plan that can be integrated into their daily life.
Rossana Spriggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or feeling “stuck” in life. Have you recently given birth or experienced a huge life change? If you've tried to address these issues on your own without success, it may be time to seek professional help. As an experienced therapist, I can assist you in setting boundaries in your personal and professional life, teach you effective coping strategies and guide you in setting and achieving personal goals. Transitional periods are hard; ask for help and bring out the best version of yourself.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or feeling “stuck” in life. Have you recently given birth or experienced a huge life change? If you've tried to address these issues on your own without success, it may be time to seek professional help. As an experienced therapist, I can assist you in setting boundaries in your personal and professional life, teach you effective coping strategies and guide you in setting and achieving personal goals. Transitional periods are hard; ask for help and bring out the best version of yourself.
Existential Counseling and Consulting Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Ellington, CT 06029
The psychological and psychotherapy interventions offered are tailored specific to each and every client's own needs. In our professional formation we have utilized Psychoanalytical, Behavioral. Humanistic , Existential and Interpersonal perspectives to help the client understand their life experiences and their capabilities to address the various psychological problems that each may face in their daily life. Clients learn to explore further deeper into the areas that have been known by themselves, by others and that of which still remains to be discovered by the client.
The psychological and psychotherapy interventions offered are tailored specific to each and every client's own needs. In our professional formation we have utilized Psychoanalytical, Behavioral. Humanistic , Existential and Interpersonal perspectives to help the client understand their life experiences and their capabilities to address the various psychological problems that each may face in their daily life. Clients learn to explore further deeper into the areas that have been known by themselves, by others and that of which still remains to be discovered by the client.
Peace, Hope and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ellington, CT 06029 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Psychotherapy is a personal experience. I treat and support individuals who are struggling with worries, sadness, and relationship difficulties, or who feel "stuck" in their lives in some way. My therapeutic approach is integrative and solution focused empowering clients to overcome personal obstacles to improve their emotional wellness and achieve their goals.
Psychotherapy is a personal experience. I treat and support individuals who are struggling with worries, sadness, and relationship difficulties, or who feel "stuck" in their lives in some way. My therapeutic approach is integrative and solution focused empowering clients to overcome personal obstacles to improve their emotional wellness and achieve their goals.
Nicole Flaherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ellington, CT 06029 (Online Only)
Living during a time when we encounter unique struggles, the aftermath of a worldwide pandemic, and social media comparison, feelings of anxiety and depression can often leave us feeling stuck. However, when we take away the outside noise, return to our roots, and look closely at the beauty of nature around us, we can see evidence of hope. After all, even in the darkest and roughest soils, seeds can bloom into beauty. You, too, can heal, no matter your circumstances.
Living during a time when we encounter unique struggles, the aftermath of a worldwide pandemic, and social media comparison, feelings of anxiety and depression can often leave us feeling stuck. However, when we take away the outside noise, return to our roots, and look closely at the beauty of nature around us, we can see evidence of hope. After all, even in the darkest and roughest soils, seeds can bloom into beauty. You, too, can heal, no matter your circumstances.
Mary Kay Kittredge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029
I earned a Bachelor's degree in Human Services from University of Connecticut and a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Springfield College. I have vast experience with children and families; my current work focuses on elementary and middle school children. I believe in the power of play and creative expression within the therapeutic space. My therapeutic style is fun and engaging; my therapy sessions focus on hands on activities that help children make sense of the world around them.
I earned a Bachelor's degree in Human Services from University of Connecticut and a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Springfield College. I have vast experience with children and families; my current work focuses on elementary and middle school children. I believe in the power of play and creative expression within the therapeutic space. My therapeutic style is fun and engaging; my therapy sessions focus on hands on activities that help children make sense of the world around them.
My background is with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, low confidence, major life changes and substance use disorders.
My background is with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, low confidence, major life changes and substance use disorders.
Griffin Counseling Services, L.L.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Ellington, CT 06029
Call today, immediate openings in-person and tele-health. We believe the things that help people recover, maintain and thrive are learnable/teachable skills that have the backing of sound, current scientific research. It's time to begin re-writing your story. Your wellness is our business. We make every attempt to meet each individual client where they are and allow people to reach a new potential. Take the chance and make contact with us today.
Call today, immediate openings in-person and tele-health. We believe the things that help people recover, maintain and thrive are learnable/teachable skills that have the backing of sound, current scientific research. It's time to begin re-writing your story. Your wellness is our business. We make every attempt to meet each individual client where they are and allow people to reach a new potential. Take the chance and make contact with us today.
For over ten years I have been helping people learn better ways to cope and work through feelings of anxiety, frustration and even numbness. My goal is not only to help people reduce these overwhelming feelings but also improve the important relationships in their lives. I feel that it is an important part of the healing process to help individuals communicate more effectively with the people in their lives. Through being better able to express themselves, my clients' stress and feelings of isolation are reduced and their self-empowerment and self-confidence grow.
For over ten years I have been helping people learn better ways to cope and work through feelings of anxiety, frustration and even numbness. My goal is not only to help people reduce these overwhelming feelings but also improve the important relationships in their lives. I feel that it is an important part of the healing process to help individuals communicate more effectively with the people in their lives. Through being better able to express themselves, my clients' stress and feelings of isolation are reduced and their self-empowerment and self-confidence grow.
Debi Shearer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ellington, CT 06029 (Online Only)
When my husband and I were having marital issues, we tried three therapists, none of whom helped us very much. In fact, over all, they made things worse. It occurred to me that I might be able to do this better. I wanted a therapist who wouldn’t take sides--someone who would work to understand my point of view as well as my husband’s point of view--someone who would be empathetic and compassionate. I wanted someone who would care about both of us, and, give us hope. These are among the reasons that I became a therapist.
When my husband and I were having marital issues, we tried three therapists, none of whom helped us very much. In fact, over all, they made things worse. It occurred to me that I might be able to do this better. I wanted a therapist who wouldn’t take sides--someone who would work to understand my point of view as well as my husband’s point of view--someone who would be empathetic and compassionate. I wanted someone who would care about both of us, and, give us hope. These are among the reasons that I became a therapist.
Thomas A Cordier
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MALPC
Verified Verified
Ellington, CT 06029 (Online Only)
Hello, I'm Dr. Cordier the Executive Director of American CBT. CBT is excellent evidence-based treatment for anxiety and depression. Before booking we offer a free consultation to explain our treatment, answer any questions, and determine if we can help you achieve your therapy goals. You can visit AmericanCBT.com to find out more about our specific approach. We work with children (and families) 7 years old and up to people in their 90s. Be sure to check out our Google reviews because they express many of the positive changes people have experienced after working with us.
Hello, I'm Dr. Cordier the Executive Director of American CBT. CBT is excellent evidence-based treatment for anxiety and depression. Before booking we offer a free consultation to explain our treatment, answer any questions, and determine if we can help you achieve your therapy goals. You can visit AmericanCBT.com to find out more about our specific approach. We work with children (and families) 7 years old and up to people in their 90s. Be sure to check out our Google reviews because they express many of the positive changes people have experienced after working with us.
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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.