Therapists in Hartford, CT

In today's fast-paced world, it is all too easy to lose sight of our true selves and become disconnected from our own needs, desires, and aspirations. The stresses of everyday life can take a toll on our mental, emotional, and physical well-being, leaving us feeling overwhelmed, lost, and trapped in a state of dissonance.

Do you often find yourself grappling with feelings of being misunderstood or inadequate, struggling to navigate communication with your children, and experiencing repeated challenges in your relationships? With extensive expertise in addressing mental health symptoms, I specialize in areas such as ego maintenance, anxiety, confidence building, survivor's remorse, and perspective-shifting, among various life challenges. My primary focus is to support you in achieving your goals, whatever they may be. I firmly believe in specific strategies to empower you to become an enhanced version of yourself.

ACCEPTING HUSKY, ANTHEM, CIGNA, OPTUM, AETNA and SELF-PAY at this time. Mental health is affected by and contributes to every area of life. May it be everyday stressors, past hardships or trauma, time management, relational issues, life planning, parenting, and the list goes on, every person has an area of needed growth, healing, or development. Knowing where to start to address your needs can feel daunting, but can we please just take a moment to acknowledge that you are here, looking on this page?! You have already taken a giant step; go you!

My name is Dr D. Alers, and I am a Bi-lingual (Spanish/ English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals (children and adults), couples, families, group members deal with trauma, depression, anxiety, loss, family situations, employment challenges, self-esteem, relationships, substance use/addiction or life changes. If you are ready to take the next step and work toward a healthier and happier life or willing to break the patterns and cycles of past experiences, I am here to assist you.

Are you facing problems in your personal life? Then care must be taken to minimize the impact they have on the performance of your obligations in your daily life. We all face losses and complicated situations in our lives. Don’t discard your dreams because of a difficult circumstance. It is important for you to take care of yourself! Giving yourself permission to pause and care for your own needs will help you change your mindset and will make happiness a priority.

Now accepting new clients! Have you tried therapy more than once without success? Do you feel your mental health provider lacks empathy, and you feel emotionally disconnected from them? You are seeking empowerment from a compassionate therapist, where your experiences and concerns are heard. What if you found a way to manage your mental health with guidance from someone committed to understanding you? Let SMPsychotherapy and Counseling Services help you connect with the right person to achieve mental wellness and build the life you desire.

Small private practice, brief therapy approach, focusing on counseling and mental health services to older adolescents, adults and/or couples. My approach is strengths-based, solution oriented with a strong focus on personal/interpersonal skills and mindfulness.

Have you had a difficult time finding the right mental health professional in the past? Are you a mother of a young child with behavioral challenges? Or are you a survivor of abuse struggling to heal your trauma? You need a compassionate guide through life's challenges and need help finding that person. At SMPsychotherapy and Counseling Services, we take pride in aiding women in domestic violence situations and single mothers navigating the complexities of raising a child with special needs. We are here for you and ready to help you flourish.

Is depression or anxiety keeping you from engaging with life as you want to? Are your relationships suffering because of communication issues or mental health problems? Have you tried therapy in the past but stopped because it felt impersonal or formulaic? Dealing with mental health issues affects how you think about yourself, interact with loved ones, and how much effort you can use to chase your goals. If you’re ready to find positive solutions to your mental health and relationship issues, therapy with a person-centered approach may help.

Having the courage to seek help and support is a strength and the first step in achieving whatever goals you have set for yourself. My name is Eliza and I have 16 years of experience working with children, adults and families facing issues including trauma (childhood and adulthood), anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions and environmental stressors. I recognize that our life experiences directly impact how we manage various stressors, as well as how we see and interpret the world. I believe that therapeutic treatment should be person centered and tailored to meet one’s specific needs.

I have a deep commitment to supporting individuals through life's twists and turns. With over a decade of experience, I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges such as depression, anxiety, and life stressors. My therapy style is a blend of solution-focused work and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy. I am passionate about empowering clients to embrace positive change and navigate their journeys with resilience.

I often enter therapy sessions with a relaxed and welcoming style and approach. As I meet individuals who are experiencing several difficulties that impair their ability to achieve their goals, I assist them in identifying strategies and techniques to utilize that will tackle these difficulties head-on and reduce the complications they experience. Through psychoeducation and relationship building, I collaborate with clients to create an environment that is enjoyable and open to the human experience which makes it easier to address any complication that arises.

Plan Be Consulting Founder Michael Shelby encourages others to accept when life hasn’t gone according to plan. The first step is recognizing the problem; the second step is creating a “Plan B.” With a combination of empathy and expertise, Plan Be Counseling creates functional, achievable, and lasting solutions to help individuals, couples, and families through some of life’s most challenging problems.

Life has many unexpected twists and turns. Although you are doing okay, you recognize that being just “okay” is not good enough anymore. Maybe you are suffering from some childhood wounds that need to be unpacked. Perhaps, you have experienced a bad break up, a recent divorce, job related stress, or anxiety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Are you a teenager who feels no one understands you, a young adult trying to figure out your next steps in life, a parent in need of some extra support, or a couple at a crossroads in your relationship? Do you want to become the best version of yourself?

My focus is to help bring out your strengths, and find solutions to difficult problems you may be experiencing. My belief is that people carry the solutions within themselves, and I am happy to help facilitate finding them with you.I create a safe space in my office, so that we may work through any issues which may arise. I also work with couples, to help heal wounds, which may be old or new, and to come to a new understanding , through deeper communication. I have been finding success with my couples work, using Emotionally Focused Therapy techniques.

Adelante Clinical Services is a confidential, safe, and inviting private practice here to provide you with support during times of trials and tribulations. Together we will identify challenges in your life and create tailored solutions allowing you to move forward in your unique journey of life. My approach is a combination of gentleness yet straight forward and firm; creating a balance to meet the needs of the individual. We will use your strengths to empower you; while providing you with the tools and strategies needed to move forward and achieve your personal goals.

Starting therapy is not easy. But neither is living the life of disappointments and regrets. If you feel you are in a dead end, if your job is boring and ungratifying and the relationships are toxic or lack depth and zest, if you struggle with finding your place in this world or even question whether life is worth living, perhaps it is time to examine your life choices and remove the blocks that hold you from finding meaning, happiness, and purpose. I practice psychotherapy that is informed by the traditions of psychoanalysis and look at each individual in the context of this person's unique experiences and unique life story.

In addition to the complexities of life, there has been significant events that have occurred within our society. These issues include wars, recessions, pandemics, social injustice and the rise and impact of social media, our society collectively has been through "a lot." There has been a surge in mental health awareness that has thankfully led to the importance of seeking help. I am a leading therapist with a focus on traumas, relationships, transitioning, anxiety and depression. My goal is to destigmatize mental health by providing services that are relatable, professional, impactful, and most importantly beneficial.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.