Sandplay Therapists in Greenwich, CT
I have a passion for helping people of all ages improve their relationships, develop healthy coping skills and heal from relational injuries or trauma. In a safe and accepting environment we explore and understand the things that are not working well for you. There is always a reason for people's choices and behaviors, even those that cause significant problems. Once you understand the reason behind the behavior you can begin to make changes and adopt new healthier ways of living. I walk alongside and encourage you in this often difficult, but rewarding process.
I have a passion for helping people of all ages improve their relationships, develop healthy coping skills and heal from relational injuries or trauma. In a safe and accepting environment we explore and understand the things that are not working well for you. There is always a reason for people's choices and behaviors, even those that cause significant problems. Once you understand the reason behind the behavior you can begin to make changes and adopt new healthier ways of living. I walk alongside and encourage you in this often difficult, but rewarding process.
Talia Ben-Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC, CCTP, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
Greenwich, CT 06830
A commitment to treat the whole person: BODY, MIND, HEART AND SPIRIT. My practice is dedicated to treating children, adolescent, college students, their family members, and special needs. Adults are seen on a case by case. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Expressive Therapist, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I view the body, mind, and spirit as being integrally connected and my practice is based on neuroscience research. My approach is integrative, holistic, dynamic, and experiential. This perspective has led me to extensive post-graduate training in cutting-edge techniques that help speed up the healing process
A commitment to treat the whole person: BODY, MIND, HEART AND SPIRIT. My practice is dedicated to treating children, adolescent, college students, their family members, and special needs. Adults are seen on a case by case. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Expressive Therapist, and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I view the body, mind, and spirit as being integrally connected and my practice is based on neuroscience research. My approach is integrative, holistic, dynamic, and experiential. This perspective has led me to extensive post-graduate training in cutting-edge techniques that help speed up the healing process
Hi, I am Dr Julia, director of Creative Therapies. Over thirty years, I have developed and fine-tuned a unique, whole-child approach to child therapy. After your consultation, initial parent intake and goal setting, your child will enter therapy. Whether your child plays, draws, or talks, the challenges will present for healing, usually in the very first session, and often different from what the parents identified. Your child will play, resolve and master challenges. And, unlike traditional child therapy, you will participate in weekly phone discussions, including assignments, techniques and answers to your questions and concerns.
Hi, I am Dr Julia, director of Creative Therapies. Over thirty years, I have developed and fine-tuned a unique, whole-child approach to child therapy. After your consultation, initial parent intake and goal setting, your child will enter therapy. Whether your child plays, draws, or talks, the challenges will present for healing, usually in the very first session, and often different from what the parents identified. Your child will play, resolve and master challenges. And, unlike traditional child therapy, you will participate in weekly phone discussions, including assignments, techniques and answers to your questions and concerns.
It is my hope that this is the last time you have to go online and search for a therapist. With individuals of all ages, I engage in a joint effort toward symptom relief and self-actualization. My intention is for clients to look forward to coming to therapy and to feel supported and guided in the journey. I combine a traditional approach (of closeness and connection) with a decade of psychological expertise and cutting-edge research.
It is my hope that this is the last time you have to go online and search for a therapist. With individuals of all ages, I engage in a joint effort toward symptom relief and self-actualization. My intention is for clients to look forward to coming to therapy and to feel supported and guided in the journey. I combine a traditional approach (of closeness and connection) with a decade of psychological expertise and cutting-edge research.
I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist providing Art therapy, Psychotherapy and EMDR. I believe in a therapeutic relationship that creates a safe, empathic and supportive space where you can be heard. I work with children, teens and adults integrating art - making, talk therapy, EMDR, sand tray, mind and body approach. The therapy is tailored and individualized based on your needs.
I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist providing Art therapy, Psychotherapy and EMDR. I believe in a therapeutic relationship that creates a safe, empathic and supportive space where you can be heard. I work with children, teens and adults integrating art - making, talk therapy, EMDR, sand tray, mind and body approach. The therapy is tailored and individualized based on your needs.
The Art and Psychotherapy Studio
Art Therapist, MS, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Greenwich, CT 06830
Tired of ‘talking’ about your feelings and explaining yourself to another therapist? In my professional art studio come Connect, Create art with me, expressing when words cannot. Selecting art materials, what and how you create, your interpretation and the meaning of your art, thus begins our therapeutic dialogue together. Identifying core values, designing grounding and emotional self-regulating skills to create your own ‘Tool Kit’ for life. Gaining self-esteem, a new perspective of YOU, the ability to tackle your issues in a healthier and more productive way is what working with me in therapy is like!
Tired of ‘talking’ about your feelings and explaining yourself to another therapist? In my professional art studio come Connect, Create art with me, expressing when words cannot. Selecting art materials, what and how you create, your interpretation and the meaning of your art, thus begins our therapeutic dialogue together. Identifying core values, designing grounding and emotional self-regulating skills to create your own ‘Tool Kit’ for life. Gaining self-esteem, a new perspective of YOU, the ability to tackle your issues in a healthier and more productive way is what working with me in therapy is like!
Cynthia Steele-Pucci
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC, BCBA
Verified Verified
Greenwich, CT 06830 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Cynthia is a LPC and BCBA in Connecticut specializing in children, adolescents, teens and young adults. Cynthia also provides family counseling and behavior management plans and ABA therapy to children 0-18 with special needs.
Cynthia is a LPC and BCBA in Connecticut specializing in children, adolescents, teens and young adults. Cynthia also provides family counseling and behavior management plans and ABA therapy to children 0-18 with special needs.
Elizabeth A. O'Brien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwich, CT 06830
Throughout childhood, children express themselves much better through play than by talking. The process of play therapy creates an environment where children do not have to talk directly about their sadness, anxieties, worries, or problems. Instead, children express themselves symbolically through their play; they communicate their conscious and unconscious feelings and experiences and in doing so, see that difficult feelings and memories become less intense and that they are able to work through and find solutions to their problems.
Throughout childhood, children express themselves much better through play than by talking. The process of play therapy creates an environment where children do not have to talk directly about their sadness, anxieties, worries, or problems. Instead, children express themselves symbolically through their play; they communicate their conscious and unconscious feelings and experiences and in doing so, see that difficult feelings and memories become less intense and that they are able to work through and find solutions to their problems.
It takes a great deal of courage to seek help and doing so is the first step toward change. Life can be difficult and sometimes we need support adjusting to it's challenges. You may be feeling stuck or constantly on edge and overwhelmed by worry and that unrelenting self critic. You are not your best self but the thought of change can be terrifying. Whether you are confronting relationship issues, divorce, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, or grief and loss, my goal is to provide you with a genuine and supportive therapeutic relationship where you can grow, heal, and thrive. Change is possible and I am here to help.
It takes a great deal of courage to seek help and doing so is the first step toward change. Life can be difficult and sometimes we need support adjusting to it's challenges. You may be feeling stuck or constantly on edge and overwhelmed by worry and that unrelenting self critic. You are not your best self but the thought of change can be terrifying. Whether you are confronting relationship issues, divorce, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, or grief and loss, my goal is to provide you with a genuine and supportive therapeutic relationship where you can grow, heal, and thrive. Change is possible and I am here to help.
Elizabeth Davis
Art Therapist, MFA, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenwich, CT 06830
Feel better faster with Intensive Therapy to address anxiety, sleeplessness, addictions, and depression. I specialize in the treatment of the long term effects of stress and trauma using the Intensive Therapy approach. Intensive therapy is structured psychotherapy designed to get to the root of the problem faster so clients can move on with their lives with less chronic symptoms. I use research-proven treatments integrated and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. My approach is creative and collaborative, helping my clients confront what is often painful and otherwise intolerable, and work towards true healing.
Feel better faster with Intensive Therapy to address anxiety, sleeplessness, addictions, and depression. I specialize in the treatment of the long term effects of stress and trauma using the Intensive Therapy approach. Intensive therapy is structured psychotherapy designed to get to the root of the problem faster so clients can move on with their lives with less chronic symptoms. I use research-proven treatments integrated and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. My approach is creative and collaborative, helping my clients confront what is often painful and otherwise intolerable, and work towards true healing.
Margaret O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd, LCSW, CTAIMHE
Verified Verified
Greenwich, CT 06831 (Online Only)
Are you seeking skills to reduce suffering and increase meaning and vitality? I typically partner with children and/or adults honoring the unique respect and compassion you may need at this moment in time.I have over twenty years of experience working with children and families as both a Social Worker and Classroom Teacher. I strive to create a space where you can feel supported as you reflect on how the past impacts your present, your deeper hopes and search for meaning.
Are you seeking skills to reduce suffering and increase meaning and vitality? I typically partner with children and/or adults honoring the unique respect and compassion you may need at this moment in time.I have over twenty years of experience working with children and families as both a Social Worker and Classroom Teacher. I strive to create a space where you can feel supported as you reflect on how the past impacts your present, your deeper hopes and search for meaning.
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EMDR, Sandplay, Eco-therapy sessions including nature-walk therapies.
We live in an unprecedented time of change, experienced fear and stress. Resilience is born of developing self knowledge, appreciation of nature, and the development of sound relationships both friends, family, animals, and the natural world. During this epoch, let's help to find you the best life plan so that, despite these unparalleled times you can learn to not only live, but thrive. Joy, Passion, Laughter are what we deserve and can embody. Let's explore the path to the life you desire including the ingredients that make your life truly exceptional.
EMDR, Sandplay, Eco-therapy sessions including nature-walk therapies.
We live in an unprecedented time of change, experienced fear and stress. Resilience is born of developing self knowledge, appreciation of nature, and the development of sound relationships both friends, family, animals, and the natural world. During this epoch, let's help to find you the best life plan so that, despite these unparalleled times you can learn to not only live, but thrive. Joy, Passion, Laughter are what we deserve and can embody. Let's explore the path to the life you desire including the ingredients that make your life truly exceptional.
I work collaboratively with you to create a safe, supportive relationship to help you to identify and attain your goals. So often we know what is wrong but don't know how to "fix it." I work with you to get to the heart of the matter, working closely with you to find joy and contentment in work, relationships and life. My expertise as a therapist, trainer, and supervisor has shown me that deep and lasting change is absolutely possible with guidance, caring, and courage. I learn new skills every year to help you to heal from anxiety, difficult and traumatic experiences and also in parenting challenges with your child and teenager.
I work collaboratively with you to create a safe, supportive relationship to help you to identify and attain your goals. So often we know what is wrong but don't know how to "fix it." I work with you to get to the heart of the matter, working closely with you to find joy and contentment in work, relationships and life. My expertise as a therapist, trainer, and supervisor has shown me that deep and lasting change is absolutely possible with guidance, caring, and courage. I learn new skills every year to help you to heal from anxiety, difficult and traumatic experiences and also in parenting challenges with your child and teenager.
Gary W Stanek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902 (Online Only)
I work with children, adolescents, couples and families. I have extensive experience in trauma recovery, stepfamily issues, dissociative identity disorder and parent empowerment. I also work with local attorneys and the courts in high conflict custody cases, I facilitate coparenting after divorce and I perform family reunification. With special training in EMDR, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy, I bring a range of talents and expertise to all that I do. I also enjoy my work as an adjunct professor of psychology at Norwalk Community College.
I work with children, adolescents, couples and families. I have extensive experience in trauma recovery, stepfamily issues, dissociative identity disorder and parent empowerment. I also work with local attorneys and the courts in high conflict custody cases, I facilitate coparenting after divorce and I perform family reunification. With special training in EMDR, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy, I bring a range of talents and expertise to all that I do. I also enjoy my work as an adjunct professor of psychology at Norwalk Community College.
Your family's wellness solution. For over a decade, Lift has served as CT's premier choice for counseling, psychotherapy, concierge medical, psychological testing, and nutrition services. Equipped to meet the myriad of needs of modern families, Lift's multidisciplinary team provides psychiatric evaluations, dietary services, individual, group, couples & family therapy, eating disorder treatment, CBT, DBT, EMDR, ADHD evaluations & care, play therapy, career/effectiveness coaching, and mood and anxiety treatment, in person (Westport CT,) and remotely (CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.)
Your family's wellness solution. For over a decade, Lift has served as CT's premier choice for counseling, psychotherapy, concierge medical, psychological testing, and nutrition services. Equipped to meet the myriad of needs of modern families, Lift's multidisciplinary team provides psychiatric evaluations, dietary services, individual, group, couples & family therapy, eating disorder treatment, CBT, DBT, EMDR, ADHD evaluations & care, play therapy, career/effectiveness coaching, and mood and anxiety treatment, in person (Westport CT,) and remotely (CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.)
Are you feeling stuck in your life? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships? We create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your behaviors, feelings and beliefs. We help you to become more connected with your intuition and gain clarity and awareness to live a more fulfilling life. Whether couples therapy, individual counseling, family therapy, or behavioral issues in children, our team of therapists can help. We work with young children, adolescents and adults and treat a variety of issues.
Are you feeling stuck in your life? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships? We create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your behaviors, feelings and beliefs. We help you to become more connected with your intuition and gain clarity and awareness to live a more fulfilling life. Whether couples therapy, individual counseling, family therapy, or behavioral issues in children, our team of therapists can help. We work with young children, adolescents and adults and treat a variety of issues.
Jose Valentin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MS, I/O Psy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06901
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.
Lift Wellness Group has proudly served as Southwestern Connecticut's premier outpatient counseling, psychotherapy, medical and dietary group for seven years. Located in the heart of downtown Westport, CT, our multidisciplinary team provides eating disorder recovery services, psychiatric evaluations and medication management, dietary services, group therapy, meal support, CBT, DBT, EMDR, executive function coaching, ADHD evaluations and treatment, play therapy, couples counseling, mood and anxiety treatment, therapy for teens, young adult counseling, both in person and remotely in CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.
Lift Wellness Group has proudly served as Southwestern Connecticut's premier outpatient counseling, psychotherapy, medical and dietary group for seven years. Located in the heart of downtown Westport, CT, our multidisciplinary team provides eating disorder recovery services, psychiatric evaluations and medication management, dietary services, group therapy, meal support, CBT, DBT, EMDR, executive function coaching, ADHD evaluations and treatment, play therapy, couples counseling, mood and anxiety treatment, therapy for teens, young adult counseling, both in person and remotely in CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.
Alice Zic-Childhood Abuse + Parentification
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPH, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06901 (Online Only)
You have always been "the responsible one." You keep pushing yourself to excellence. But in your relationships? You make yourself smaller, minimizing your needs in the hope that maybe, finally you won't be "too much" for everyone else. But no matter how many hurdles you cross and how many achievements you make, that voice in your head keeps going. Shaming you. Criticizing you. You never feel "good enough." When will you finally be happy and content?
You have always been "the responsible one." You keep pushing yourself to excellence. But in your relationships? You make yourself smaller, minimizing your needs in the hope that maybe, finally you won't be "too much" for everyone else. But no matter how many hurdles you cross and how many achievements you make, that voice in your head keeps going. Shaming you. Criticizing you. You never feel "good enough." When will you finally be happy and content?
I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor, who works with a variety of clients including adults, families, couples, children and adolescents. I believe in the power of a genuine therapeutic relationship, and a holistic approach in creating entire awareness, healing, growth, peace, purpose and self acceptance. I equip people to empower themselves using mindfulness, coaching, solution focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. My years of experience and collaborative approach to therapy offers individuals seeking healing, peace, and purpose an opportunity to make positive change happen.
I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor, who works with a variety of clients including adults, families, couples, children and adolescents. I believe in the power of a genuine therapeutic relationship, and a holistic approach in creating entire awareness, healing, growth, peace, purpose and self acceptance. I equip people to empower themselves using mindfulness, coaching, solution focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. My years of experience and collaborative approach to therapy offers individuals seeking healing, peace, and purpose an opportunity to make positive change happen.
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Sandplay Therapists
What problems are best treated with sandplay therapy?
Research has examined this therapy’s utility in young people and found positive results. It has been shown to be useful for those who suffer from autism, attention deficit disorder, anxiety, and or aggressive behavior. Children who have suffered abuse, neglect, or trauma have also seen improvement through this therapy. Abused children are often fearful and anxious about their safety, making verbal communication more difficult.
Is sandplay therapy suitable for children and teenagers?
Children and adolescents are good candidates for sandplay therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts, let alone the emotions they are experiencing. Through this play therapy, they will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Is sandplay suitable for adults?
This type of therapy can be useful for adults who have difficulties expressing themselves. People who have suffered neurological changes after a brain injury or because of a traumatic event might be good candidates for this therapy. In fact, anything that has had an effect on the brain, such as substance abuse, can make non-verbal sandplay a valuable option.
Does sandplay therapy work?
There have been studies on the effectiveness of sandplay therapy, and it appears to improve difficult behaviors in children. It may also enhance self-esteem and lessen feelings of physical anxiety as well as hypersensitivity. This type of therapy is based on non-verbal communication and may feel less threatening to the individual.