Female Therapists in Kent, CT
Clara Burlinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kent, CT 06757 (Online Only)
Now also offering telehealth in the state of Maine! / Does your life feel unmanageable and unbalanced? It is hard to live mindfully and prioritize yourself first and foremost, and some days it is just hard to get out of bed? It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and the "work is your worth" mindset. I take a holistic approach and aim to help young adults/adults to recognize the importance of balance, boundaries in relationships, and returning to activities that previously provided them joy.
Now also offering telehealth in the state of Maine! / Does your life feel unmanageable and unbalanced? It is hard to live mindfully and prioritize yourself first and foremost, and some days it is just hard to get out of bed? It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and the "work is your worth" mindset. I take a holistic approach and aim to help young adults/adults to recognize the importance of balance, boundaries in relationships, and returning to activities that previously provided them joy.
Welcome all! I am happy to have you here. Celebrate yourself for seeking support during these challenging times. While it may feel overwhelming with the amount of information on the website, take a few deep breaths and ground yourself before you begin. A lot of the work I do begins with checking into how you are doing, where is your body currently at, and what do you need in this current moment. Healing begins from within. I love meeting clients where they are at and allowing their strengths to shine and guide the work. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker under the supervision of Lisa Shea, LCSW. I am a Reiki Level 1 practitioner.
Welcome all! I am happy to have you here. Celebrate yourself for seeking support during these challenging times. While it may feel overwhelming with the amount of information on the website, take a few deep breaths and ground yourself before you begin. A lot of the work I do begins with checking into how you are doing, where is your body currently at, and what do you need in this current moment. Healing begins from within. I love meeting clients where they are at and allowing their strengths to shine and guide the work. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker under the supervision of Lisa Shea, LCSW. I am a Reiki Level 1 practitioner.
Lisa Anne Shea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT, RMT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kent, CT 06757
Are you wanting to ask for support? You are not alone. Thank you for reaching out. Navigating difficulties, often drains our nervous system, we lose connection to those we love. As a self-care advocate, serving since 2009, I earned my Masters's at Fordham University and have worked in all levels of care. With two Yoga Teacher Trainings & Energy Healing, I've been teaching ever since, bringing yoga, meditation and enriching healing practices into the areas sought after health care facilities. Clinical training, yogic science, energy work, coping skills, mindfulness, relaxation, creates permanent healing.
Are you wanting to ask for support? You are not alone. Thank you for reaching out. Navigating difficulties, often drains our nervous system, we lose connection to those we love. As a self-care advocate, serving since 2009, I earned my Masters's at Fordham University and have worked in all levels of care. With two Yoga Teacher Trainings & Energy Healing, I've been teaching ever since, bringing yoga, meditation and enriching healing practices into the areas sought after health care facilities. Clinical training, yogic science, energy work, coping skills, mindfulness, relaxation, creates permanent healing.
Giesele Fitzsimmons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kent, CT 06757 (Online Only)
As we are all different, so is each therapeutic relationship. Therefore, no one approach works for all. I strive to meet people just as and where they are. We best serve others by seeing them as a whole within the context of their environment. This includes our: mental wellness/ state of mind, physical/ state of body, and spiritual/ state of soul. Together we will explore the relationship between your beliefs, experiences, and the lens in which you see yourself and the world around you. My practice is person-centered and strength-based; providing insight, advocacy, education and encouragement to help people reach their goals.
As we are all different, so is each therapeutic relationship. Therefore, no one approach works for all. I strive to meet people just as and where they are. We best serve others by seeing them as a whole within the context of their environment. This includes our: mental wellness/ state of mind, physical/ state of body, and spiritual/ state of soul. Together we will explore the relationship between your beliefs, experiences, and the lens in which you see yourself and the world around you. My practice is person-centered and strength-based; providing insight, advocacy, education and encouragement to help people reach their goals.
I am a trauma-focused, relational licensed psychotherapist practicing in depth and existential traditions. I work together with clients to create and reach goals and commit to them inquisitively. We will employ myriad methods, including visual, expressive, and somatic modalities to enhance coping skills, make meaning, and foster change- all with an open and direct approach. I work well with persons undergoing stress, anxiety, depression, and existential concerns. We will together build a compassionate and curious container to undertake this work. I work extensively with creatives, activists, and highly attuned folks.
I am a trauma-focused, relational licensed psychotherapist practicing in depth and existential traditions. I work together with clients to create and reach goals and commit to them inquisitively. We will employ myriad methods, including visual, expressive, and somatic modalities to enhance coping skills, make meaning, and foster change- all with an open and direct approach. I work well with persons undergoing stress, anxiety, depression, and existential concerns. We will together build a compassionate and curious container to undertake this work. I work extensively with creatives, activists, and highly attuned folks.
Seeking out psychotherapy is an investment in yourself so that you can reach your dreams and overcome emotional hurdles like depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and addictions. I have experience helping hundreds of people jump over these types of hurdles and get more of what they want from life. In addition to traditional psychotherapy, I offer qEEG, which helps to diagnose and predict cognitive issues based on neurologically distinct brain activity, as well as Neurofeedback to successfully target those areas in the brain identified by the qEEG as dysregulated, resulting in reduction of symptoms and increase in optimal functioning.
Seeking out psychotherapy is an investment in yourself so that you can reach your dreams and overcome emotional hurdles like depression, anxiety, trauma, loss, and addictions. I have experience helping hundreds of people jump over these types of hurdles and get more of what they want from life. In addition to traditional psychotherapy, I offer qEEG, which helps to diagnose and predict cognitive issues based on neurologically distinct brain activity, as well as Neurofeedback to successfully target those areas in the brain identified by the qEEG as dysregulated, resulting in reduction of symptoms and increase in optimal functioning.
New Milford Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Kent, CT 06757
The old stories play back in your head - an event, a relationship, a group of friends. It's hard not to compare ‘now’ to those days; life is so much harder to cope with. You wonder why you no longer connect to people in the way you once did, or maybe you never really did at all. It's a roller coaster of feelings; these memories and old stories seem to have something to do with it. You know you need help figuring it all out- the ways you've been influenced, affected, and the roles you've played in it all. Most of all, you need someone to help you re-connect to others and help you figure out who you are really meant to be.
The old stories play back in your head - an event, a relationship, a group of friends. It's hard not to compare ‘now’ to those days; life is so much harder to cope with. You wonder why you no longer connect to people in the way you once did, or maybe you never really did at all. It's a roller coaster of feelings; these memories and old stories seem to have something to do with it. You know you need help figuring it all out- the ways you've been influenced, affected, and the roles you've played in it all. Most of all, you need someone to help you re-connect to others and help you figure out who you are really meant to be.
I have been helping clients manage anxiety, depression, loss, and relational conflicts. Often we discover traumas that need healing, and with that we find hope and a new future. I'd like you to have hope and experience a new way forward.
I have been helping clients manage anxiety, depression, loss, and relational conflicts. Often we discover traumas that need healing, and with that we find hope and a new future. I'd like you to have hope and experience a new way forward.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. My greatest passion is bringing healing to people who have been through traumatic and stressful events. I am passionate about taking an integrative approach to therapy, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), trauma informed, experiential and person centered techniques to treat the whole person and ensure that what is done in therapy is personalized, collaborative and unique to each client. My therapeutic approach is based on the belief that clients are in charge of their counseling experience.
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. My greatest passion is bringing healing to people who have been through traumatic and stressful events. I am passionate about taking an integrative approach to therapy, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), trauma informed, experiential and person centered techniques to treat the whole person and ensure that what is done in therapy is personalized, collaborative and unique to each client. My therapeutic approach is based on the belief that clients are in charge of their counseling experience.
Hello! I am so happy we have found one another for such a time as this. I truly believe the right clients are drawn to me and I cherish the work that I get to do and time spent with you. Please drop me a line and let me know what you’re looking for. You’re the expert on you so fill me in. Hopefully we can align and I can be a support for you during this time. For now take care. Talk soon!
Hello! I am so happy we have found one another for such a time as this. I truly believe the right clients are drawn to me and I cherish the work that I get to do and time spent with you. Please drop me a line and let me know what you’re looking for. You’re the expert on you so fill me in. Hopefully we can align and I can be a support for you during this time. For now take care. Talk soon!
Newest clinician at the Fortitude Center! I specialize in addiction, substance use, and recovery utilizing a variety of skills such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) as well as music & art therapy. You can read more about me on our website, www.fortitude-center.com/staff or give us a call at 860-799-5750 to get set up!
Newest clinician at the Fortitude Center! I specialize in addiction, substance use, and recovery utilizing a variety of skills such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) as well as music & art therapy. You can read more about me on our website, www.fortitude-center.com/staff or give us a call at 860-799-5750 to get set up!
Grace Budney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kent, CT 06757 (Online Only)
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years experience working with preteens, adolescents, and adults. I have experience treating clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms. I also has experience helping clients navigate life transitions, grief & loss, as well as develop interpersonal skills to manage relationship issues at home, work, and school. I believe in the strength of a trusting, therapeutic relationship in combination with practical skills to help create positive changes within the lives of my clients.
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years experience working with preteens, adolescents, and adults. I have experience treating clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms. I also has experience helping clients navigate life transitions, grief & loss, as well as develop interpersonal skills to manage relationship issues at home, work, and school. I believe in the strength of a trusting, therapeutic relationship in combination with practical skills to help create positive changes within the lives of my clients.
Janet Downes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kent, CT 06757
Not accepting new clients
Everyone has the right and the ability to recover from addiction. As a substance use disorder specialist I understand a wide range of addictions, and all phases of recovery - from helping individuals evaluate whether it’s time to make a change, to strengthening recovery and preventing relapse. Most people who struggle with addictions have other difficulties that, unless addressed, can create stumbling blocks to enjoying a happy, clean and sober life. It is my goal to help clients to identify and manage the problems that keep them from achieving what they want in life.
Everyone has the right and the ability to recover from addiction. As a substance use disorder specialist I understand a wide range of addictions, and all phases of recovery - from helping individuals evaluate whether it’s time to make a change, to strengthening recovery and preventing relapse. Most people who struggle with addictions have other difficulties that, unless addressed, can create stumbling blocks to enjoying a happy, clean and sober life. It is my goal to help clients to identify and manage the problems that keep them from achieving what they want in life.
Karren J Garrity
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kent, CT 06757
Not accepting new clients
*Not accepting new clients at this time* Life in our contemporary society is far more complicated and stressful than in previous generations. Our coping skills are continually being tested, it is important for us to learn new ways to handle life’s changing demands and challenges. People and problems do not exist in a vacuum; home, school, work, and social environments, as well as cultural heritage, are important factors in how we feel and act. It is vital for us to acknowledge and understand these influences. Counseling is a process of exploring, clarifying and identifying what we require in order to feel better about our lives.
*Not accepting new clients at this time* Life in our contemporary society is far more complicated and stressful than in previous generations. Our coping skills are continually being tested, it is important for us to learn new ways to handle life’s changing demands and challenges. People and problems do not exist in a vacuum; home, school, work, and social environments, as well as cultural heritage, are important factors in how we feel and act. It is vital for us to acknowledge and understand these influences. Counseling is a process of exploring, clarifying and identifying what we require in order to feel better about our lives.
Cybil Ryan: Couples Counselor And Dating Coach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kent, CT 06757 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you experiencing frequent conflict and/or emotional distance in your marriage or relationship? Or are you struggling w/ dating? As a therapist who specializes in romantic relationships, I can help. I do so by relying on research, specifically Attachment Theory, The Familiarity Principle and The Gottman Institute's 40+ years of research focused on identifying what all happy marriages have in common, the root cause of all divorces and the "antidote" to it. So if you're seeking: 1) pre-marital counseling 2) marital/relationship counseling 3) individually considering divorce 4) dating coaching or counseling, please reach out today!
Are you experiencing frequent conflict and/or emotional distance in your marriage or relationship? Or are you struggling w/ dating? As a therapist who specializes in romantic relationships, I can help. I do so by relying on research, specifically Attachment Theory, The Familiarity Principle and The Gottman Institute's 40+ years of research focused on identifying what all happy marriages have in common, the root cause of all divorces and the "antidote" to it. So if you're seeking: 1) pre-marital counseling 2) marital/relationship counseling 3) individually considering divorce 4) dating coaching or counseling, please reach out today!
More Therapists Nearby
Kim Gordon
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, FT
Verified Verified
New Preston Marble Dale, CT 06777
Waitlist for new clients
Although grief is a natural response to loss, for many people learning to adapt to life without their loved one is challenging. When the loss is sudden, traumatic, or the loss of a child, the challenges can be even greater. It can be helpful to work with a therapist who understands grief and can help navigate the emotions and thoughts that accompany the loss.
Although grief is a natural response to loss, for many people learning to adapt to life without their loved one is challenging. When the loss is sudden, traumatic, or the loss of a child, the challenges can be even greater. It can be helpful to work with a therapist who understands grief and can help navigate the emotions and thoughts that accompany the loss.
Lynne Oliva
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sharon, CT 06069 (Online Only)
My practice is based on an integrative model that privileges contemporary relational theory and practice. I work with a range of issues with individual adults, couples and families, and have a particular interest in working with artists, writers, and intellectuals. When choosing a psychotherapist, it is important to find a good fit - someone you feel comfortable with. Psychotherapy is at best a healing and transformational journey that allows you to have healthier and more satisfying relationships with yourself and others. A good relationship with your therapist is the most important factor in a successful outcome.
My practice is based on an integrative model that privileges contemporary relational theory and practice. I work with a range of issues with individual adults, couples and families, and have a particular interest in working with artists, writers, and intellectuals. When choosing a psychotherapist, it is important to find a good fit - someone you feel comfortable with. Psychotherapy is at best a healing and transformational journey that allows you to have healthier and more satisfying relationships with yourself and others. A good relationship with your therapist is the most important factor in a successful outcome.
I work with women who do not have children, have difficulty becoming pregnant, or have relationship issues related to having children.
Everyone wants to have caring relationships, to feel good about themselves and to have satisfying work. Sometimes we get stuck in patterns that are familiar habits that lead to self-defeat and hopelessness. I believe that psychotherapy and counseling can help individuals and couples move in new directions, fostering growth and a sense of well-being. I work with people from all walks of life. Change is possible; what we long for is not beyond reach.
I work with women who do not have children, have difficulty becoming pregnant, or have relationship issues related to having children.
Everyone wants to have caring relationships, to feel good about themselves and to have satisfying work. Sometimes we get stuck in patterns that are familiar habits that lead to self-defeat and hopelessness. I believe that psychotherapy and counseling can help individuals and couples move in new directions, fostering growth and a sense of well-being. I work with people from all walks of life. Change is possible; what we long for is not beyond reach.
Jenna received her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Victimology from Endicott College in 2021. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sacred Heart University in 2024. Jenna works primarily with children and teens, but enjoys working with adults as well. She utilizes a client-centered approach incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, creative arts therapy, and emotion processing techniques. Jenna believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance and strives to create a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment.
Jenna received her undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Victimology from Endicott College in 2021. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sacred Heart University in 2024. Jenna works primarily with children and teens, but enjoys working with adults as well. She utilizes a client-centered approach incorporating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, creative arts therapy, and emotion processing techniques. Jenna believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance and strives to create a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment.
I am glad you are here. My therapeutic style is to collaborate with clients in a way that looks at the entire picture and personalizes a way to help them achieve their goals. We will create a safe comfortable environment where you will be free to explore, address your concerns, develop your strengths and resources, create a plan of action, and work towards achieving your goals. I recognize the courage it takes to want to make a change and I am delighted, honored, and privileged to support you on this journey.
I am glad you are here. My therapeutic style is to collaborate with clients in a way that looks at the entire picture and personalizes a way to help them achieve their goals. We will create a safe comfortable environment where you will be free to explore, address your concerns, develop your strengths and resources, create a plan of action, and work towards achieving your goals. I recognize the courage it takes to want to make a change and I am delighted, honored, and privileged to support you on this journey.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.