Parenting Therapists in Groton, CT
We are a Neurodiversity and LQBTQIA+-affirming group practice with physical locations in Clinton and New London. Each clinician at Anchor Wellness holds a specific focus of practice, from perinatal mental health to parenting, relationships/couples/family work, trauma, as well as general mental health conditions. All therapists are trauma-informed and person-centered, so you can always expect thorough assessment and individualized treatment. Telehealth and in-person options are available for all clinicians.
We are a Neurodiversity and LQBTQIA+-affirming group practice with physical locations in Clinton and New London. Each clinician at Anchor Wellness holds a specific focus of practice, from perinatal mental health to parenting, relationships/couples/family work, trauma, as well as general mental health conditions. All therapists are trauma-informed and person-centered, so you can always expect thorough assessment and individualized treatment. Telehealth and in-person options are available for all clinicians.
I specialize in the following issues: adjustment to life changes, anxiety/depression, spousal conflict, divorce, grief and loss counseling, parenting of adult children, addiction counseling for professionals, and counseling regarding self-perception before and after laparoscopic or bariatric surgery.
Having had over 30 years of experience, I understand that different people respond to different approaches to therapy. We will work together to find solutions based on who you are. If you are looking to work with someone who is direct, concrete, and flexible, you may want to meet with me to explore how the patterns you may have formed in your life are no longer serving you.
I specialize in the following issues: adjustment to life changes, anxiety/depression, spousal conflict, divorce, grief and loss counseling, parenting of adult children, addiction counseling for professionals, and counseling regarding self-perception before and after laparoscopic or bariatric surgery.
Having had over 30 years of experience, I understand that different people respond to different approaches to therapy. We will work together to find solutions based on who you are. If you are looking to work with someone who is direct, concrete, and flexible, you may want to meet with me to explore how the patterns you may have formed in your life are no longer serving you.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed and confused regarding work, relationships, parenting? Sometimes you need help navigating through difficult and stressful times. I can help you address these challenges, identify and utilize your strengths, increase and gain the confidence to achieve your goals. I am passionate about helping individuals, develop techniques that allow them to achieve their desired outcomes and make positive changes that will help you move forward and get unstuck. I work with adolescents, and adults to find their existing strengths, improve coping skills, and use techniques to enhance quality of life.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed and confused regarding work, relationships, parenting? Sometimes you need help navigating through difficult and stressful times. I can help you address these challenges, identify and utilize your strengths, increase and gain the confidence to achieve your goals. I am passionate about helping individuals, develop techniques that allow them to achieve their desired outcomes and make positive changes that will help you move forward and get unstuck. I work with adolescents, and adults to find their existing strengths, improve coping skills, and use techniques to enhance quality of life.
Crystal MacKinnon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Groton, CT 06340
Are you struggling with feeling anxious, down or overwhelmed? Feeling overwhelmed by parenting or relational stressors? If so, I’d love to work with you! I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort, built on trust. I strive to create a warm, supportive, authentic and non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore life’s challenges whether it be interpersonal, mental health or substance use related.
Are you struggling with feeling anxious, down or overwhelmed? Feeling overwhelmed by parenting or relational stressors? If so, I’d love to work with you! I believe that therapy is a collaborative effort, built on trust. I strive to create a warm, supportive, authentic and non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore life’s challenges whether it be interpersonal, mental health or substance use related.
Jessica Baine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Groton, CT 06340 (Online Only)
Feeling like you're being pulled in a million different directions and struggling to find a sense of balance? I specialize in adults who are are anxious, depressed, have ADHD or are feeling overwhelmed with trying to care for themselves while working and caring for their families. As a parent with 2 children under 5, I get it! You're not alone and real change is possible. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people regain a sense of inner peace and clarity. Together we will: 1. Identify and improve negative thought patterns 2. Develop effective coping skills 3. Implement strategies to make life more manageable and fulfilling.
Feeling like you're being pulled in a million different directions and struggling to find a sense of balance? I specialize in adults who are are anxious, depressed, have ADHD or are feeling overwhelmed with trying to care for themselves while working and caring for their families. As a parent with 2 children under 5, I get it! You're not alone and real change is possible. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people regain a sense of inner peace and clarity. Together we will: 1. Identify and improve negative thought patterns 2. Develop effective coping skills 3. Implement strategies to make life more manageable and fulfilling.
I am an expert in Parenting, taught classes for years, including writing a weekly column.
This year has changed our lives forever. While still providing traditional coaching and therapy, I am now implementing a new approach. I am excited to share this new approach with clients. This new approach has clearly made a difference for myself and others.
I am an expert in Parenting, taught classes for years, including writing a weekly column.
This year has changed our lives forever. While still providing traditional coaching and therapy, I am now implementing a new approach. I am excited to share this new approach with clients. This new approach has clearly made a difference for myself and others.
Heidi Veltheim
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Groton, CT 06340
My experience has been helping adults struggling with different issues such as substance use, process addictions, anxiety, depression, family problems, and parenting.
I am an experienced, engaging licensed professional counselor who brings warmth, humor and acceptance into my practice. My approach is strength-based, client centered and relationship-based to meet the individual needs of each client. I have found that a trusting relationship allows me to fully understand the person, provides an opportunity to work together, and allows us to explore the challenges that you are facing while working toward achieving your specific goals.
My experience has been helping adults struggling with different issues such as substance use, process addictions, anxiety, depression, family problems, and parenting.
I am an experienced, engaging licensed professional counselor who brings warmth, humor and acceptance into my practice. My approach is strength-based, client centered and relationship-based to meet the individual needs of each client. I have found that a trusting relationship allows me to fully understand the person, provides an opportunity to work together, and allows us to explore the challenges that you are facing while working toward achieving your specific goals.
Joyce M Elias
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Groton, CT 06349
Problems are meant to be worked on, people are meant to be worked with. The therapy process offers a way to work through your problems while you are partnered with, heard and supported. Many paths can be taken, all intersect with the paths of others. If your path involves grief over the loss of a loved one, relationship, health, home, job, way of life, part of yourself, then I can help. If, along the way, you struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship stress, parenting or eldercare, I can equip you with tools and skills to help you cope.
Problems are meant to be worked on, people are meant to be worked with. The therapy process offers a way to work through your problems while you are partnered with, heard and supported. Many paths can be taken, all intersect with the paths of others. If your path involves grief over the loss of a loved one, relationship, health, home, job, way of life, part of yourself, then I can help. If, along the way, you struggle with ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationship stress, parenting or eldercare, I can equip you with tools and skills to help you cope.
I specialize in working with trauma survivors, family therapy with adolescents and adults, parenting issues and self-esteem.
From daily life stressors to a history of traumatic events, finding hope within your everyday can be extremely challenging. I believe that all people are capable of and have the right to experience joy and peace in their daily lives. I believe that through a strong therapeutic relationship, I can support you in healing from past wounds in order to live the life you deserve and reach your greatest potential.
I specialize in working with trauma survivors, family therapy with adolescents and adults, parenting issues and self-esteem.
From daily life stressors to a history of traumatic events, finding hope within your everyday can be extremely challenging. I believe that all people are capable of and have the right to experience joy and peace in their daily lives. I believe that through a strong therapeutic relationship, I can support you in healing from past wounds in order to live the life you deserve and reach your greatest potential.
Jennifer Thomasson
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Groton, CT 06340 (Online Only)
I provide treatment for a variety of issues and have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, DCF involvement, parenting and caregiver issues, and many more.
I work closely with clients to create a therapy experience that’s best suited to their needs. I provide care that is realistic and open. My current openings are as follows. These are weekly standing appts via telehealth. If you are interested in securing a spot please contact via email and note which time slot you are interested in: Weekly appointments: Mondays at 11:00; Every other Tuesday at 11:00, 12:00; Wednesdays at 12:00; Every other Thursday at 11:00; Early Bird Sessions- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (virtual only) at 5:45-6:30am.
I provide treatment for a variety of issues and have extensive experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, DCF involvement, parenting and caregiver issues, and many more.
I work closely with clients to create a therapy experience that’s best suited to their needs. I provide care that is realistic and open. My current openings are as follows. These are weekly standing appts via telehealth. If you are interested in securing a spot please contact via email and note which time slot you are interested in: Weekly appointments: Mondays at 11:00; Every other Tuesday at 11:00, 12:00; Wednesdays at 12:00; Every other Thursday at 11:00; Early Bird Sessions- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (virtual only) at 5:45-6:30am.
Feeling stuck and struggling to achieve your goals? I partner with clients to uncover the root causes of anxiety, depression, and relational issues, including those influenced by generational trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, and the pressures of motherhood. What my clients share is a deep desire to transform their lives - whether that's healing generational trauma, addressing stress from careers as first responders or veterans, or processing recent traumatic events.
Feeling stuck and struggling to achieve your goals? I partner with clients to uncover the root causes of anxiety, depression, and relational issues, including those influenced by generational trauma, PTSD, C-PTSD, and the pressures of motherhood. What my clients share is a deep desire to transform their lives - whether that's healing generational trauma, addressing stress from careers as first responders or veterans, or processing recent traumatic events.
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Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forward" -kierkegaard. Pursuing additional support is one of the first steps towards therapeutic healing and growth. Although everyone's journey is different, my commitment as a counselor is to help with self exploration, empowerment and ability to uncover the underlying answers within themselves. Sometimes the most important healing tool is having someone to confide in that is safe and non-judgmental; as a counselor my hope is that I can be that support who will work with you towards finding your solace.
Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forward" -kierkegaard. Pursuing additional support is one of the first steps towards therapeutic healing and growth. Although everyone's journey is different, my commitment as a counselor is to help with self exploration, empowerment and ability to uncover the underlying answers within themselves. Sometimes the most important healing tool is having someone to confide in that is safe and non-judgmental; as a counselor my hope is that I can be that support who will work with you towards finding your solace.
Jessica Wolber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Groton, CT 06340
I work collaboratively with individual clients and families to identify your strengths and help guide you through the barriers that are preventing you from creating the positive change you are seeking. I look forward to the opportunity to provide you or your family with a secure, supportive environment to express emotions, develop new coping skills, and improve your relationships. While the thought of attending therapy may be overwhelming to some, I do my best to work with my clients to ensure they feel comfortable and have a positive experience.
I work collaboratively with individual clients and families to identify your strengths and help guide you through the barriers that are preventing you from creating the positive change you are seeking. I look forward to the opportunity to provide you or your family with a secure, supportive environment to express emotions, develop new coping skills, and improve your relationships. While the thought of attending therapy may be overwhelming to some, I do my best to work with my clients to ensure they feel comfortable and have a positive experience.
I believe everyone deserves to live the most whole versions of themselves, whatever they define that as. I therefore do my best to help individuals become clear about what it is they want out of this phase of their life and support them in taking the steps towards achieving it. I see therapy as a collaborative process, where together therapist and client create a safe, non-judgmental, brave and honest space to move towards change. As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), I specialize in helping individuals manage anxiety and depressive related symptoms as well as processing and healing from traumatic event(s) and life experiences.
I believe everyone deserves to live the most whole versions of themselves, whatever they define that as. I therefore do my best to help individuals become clear about what it is they want out of this phase of their life and support them in taking the steps towards achieving it. I see therapy as a collaborative process, where together therapist and client create a safe, non-judgmental, brave and honest space to move towards change. As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), I specialize in helping individuals manage anxiety and depressive related symptoms as well as processing and healing from traumatic event(s) and life experiences.
Hello and welcome to soulspace counseling! I am a trauma informed, licensed professional counselor who has experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in treating those who are struggling with trauma disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Hello and welcome to soulspace counseling! I am a trauma informed, licensed professional counselor who has experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in treating those who are struggling with trauma disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Heidi Gruss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CMHIMP, Inc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Groton, CT 06340
LPC and Certified Trauma Therapist using evidence-based interventions with over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families who experience a variety of symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transition difficulties. As a Certified Integrative Medicine Mental Health Practitioner I go beyond traditional therapeutic interventions providing additional holistic wellness solutions.
LPC and Certified Trauma Therapist using evidence-based interventions with over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families who experience a variety of symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transition difficulties. As a Certified Integrative Medicine Mental Health Practitioner I go beyond traditional therapeutic interventions providing additional holistic wellness solutions.
Compassionate Couch Counseling Service
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Groton, CT 06340
I am a trauma informed, Licensed Professional Counselor and have worked within the field for many years. Through education and experience, I have developed the skills to work with adolescents and adults on a wide variety of issues. I accept all people for who they are and am a gender affirming therapist. During the therapeutic process, I strive to be empathetic, understanding and non-judgmental to provide a safe space for those to explore their thoughts and feelings. I also pride myself in being a strong advocate for those who need support in finding their voice.
I am a trauma informed, Licensed Professional Counselor and have worked within the field for many years. Through education and experience, I have developed the skills to work with adolescents and adults on a wide variety of issues. I accept all people for who they are and am a gender affirming therapist. During the therapeutic process, I strive to be empathetic, understanding and non-judgmental to provide a safe space for those to explore their thoughts and feelings. I also pride myself in being a strong advocate for those who need support in finding their voice.
Lydia P Perry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC, AADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Groton, CT 06340
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do/with your one wild and precious life?" Welcome! Now accepting new clients! Have you lost focus on your wild, precious life? Let's work to find it, or towards finding it again/anew. I believe that positive change can happen, a positive life can result, with confidence, courage, and with the skills you’ve possessed all along but might not have known you had at your availability. I take blended approach to therapy, so that treatment can be tailored to fit your need(s); this is centered in/around an empowerment/strengths based foci; one both respectful and responsive to the concern you bring.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do/with your one wild and precious life?" Welcome! Now accepting new clients! Have you lost focus on your wild, precious life? Let's work to find it, or towards finding it again/anew. I believe that positive change can happen, a positive life can result, with confidence, courage, and with the skills you’ve possessed all along but might not have known you had at your availability. I take blended approach to therapy, so that treatment can be tailored to fit your need(s); this is centered in/around an empowerment/strengths based foci; one both respectful and responsive to the concern you bring.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults in individual therapy, using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other effective therapy styles. I also provide couples therapy and family therapy; assessment for bariatric surgery; psychological evaluation; and assessment for ADD and learning disability.I accept all commercial insurance, Tricare, Husky, and Medicare.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults in individual therapy, using Cognitive Behavior Therapy and other effective therapy styles. I also provide couples therapy and family therapy; assessment for bariatric surgery; psychological evaluation; and assessment for ADD and learning disability.I accept all commercial insurance, Tricare, Husky, and Medicare.
I believe YOU are THE EXPERT of your own life. One's perspective often limits one's view of problems and blocks one's intentions, desires, and dreams. I come alongside you in your journey and guide you as you discover that problems are not permanent attachments but issues which can be transformed into manageable catalysts for change. Change requires a plan which involves steps leading to reachable and measureable goals. Have oppressive feelings of helplessness and victimization become the story of your life? Would you rather optimism and hope? Then I invite you to Rewrite the Story of Your Life.
I believe YOU are THE EXPERT of your own life. One's perspective often limits one's view of problems and blocks one's intentions, desires, and dreams. I come alongside you in your journey and guide you as you discover that problems are not permanent attachments but issues which can be transformed into manageable catalysts for change. Change requires a plan which involves steps leading to reachable and measureable goals. Have oppressive feelings of helplessness and victimization become the story of your life? Would you rather optimism and hope? Then I invite you to Rewrite the Story of Your Life.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.