Attachment-based Therapists in Manchester, CT
In sessions, she utilizes methods including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), attachment-based therapy (ABT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), and reality therapy (RT).
Becky Hafford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in treating concerns and conditions related to PTSD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, and trauma. Her clients have all dealt with major tragedies and struggles. She is also fiercely devoted to her field and her clients.
In sessions, she utilizes methods including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), attachment-based therapy (ABT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), and reality therapy (RT).
Becky Hafford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in treating concerns and conditions related to PTSD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, grief, and trauma. Her clients have all dealt with major tragedies and struggles. She is also fiercely devoted to her field and her clients.
I won’t give a long spiel about hope and joy here, but what I will say is that life is hard and therapy can be really helpful in managing the ways in which what we have been through impacts us.
I won’t give a long spiel about hope and joy here, but what I will say is that life is hard and therapy can be really helpful in managing the ways in which what we have been through impacts us.
Jewels Willing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, CT 06040 (Online Only)
My name is Jewels and I am the owner of Healing River Therapy, LLC. My specialty is working with adults who grew up with emotionally unavailable, emotionally neglectful or narcissistic parents. I support individuals who struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, trust issues, people pleasing tendencies, self-isolation, and feelings of guilt or shame. I help those who find it challenging to stand up for themselves or establish healthy boundaries with others. I have been trained in narcissistic abuse, attachment-based trauma and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy.
My name is Jewels and I am the owner of Healing River Therapy, LLC. My specialty is working with adults who grew up with emotionally unavailable, emotionally neglectful or narcissistic parents. I support individuals who struggle with anxiety, low self-esteem, trust issues, people pleasing tendencies, self-isolation, and feelings of guilt or shame. I help those who find it challenging to stand up for themselves or establish healthy boundaries with others. I have been trained in narcissistic abuse, attachment-based trauma and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy.
Charlie Barrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, CT 06040 (Online Only)
Another Sunday. Where did Saturday go? Where did Friday night go? Where have the past few months gone? What am I even doing anymore? Everyone tells me how good a person I am and how smart I am....why don't I feel that way? I make so many promises to myself, but I do nothing. Why even try? I just don't know where to start and I hate it. This just isn't working for me anymore and I'm scared I won't be able to get it together. I think I need someone to talk to.
Another Sunday. Where did Saturday go? Where did Friday night go? Where have the past few months gone? What am I even doing anymore? Everyone tells me how good a person I am and how smart I am....why don't I feel that way? I make so many promises to myself, but I do nothing. Why even try? I just don't know where to start and I hate it. This just isn't working for me anymore and I'm scared I won't be able to get it together. I think I need someone to talk to.
Lori Caswell Rossitto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, CT 06042
Welcome! I deeply believe in the importance of human connection, which is why I strive to create a safe space for you to share, truly be heard and grow. My intention is to provide you with the tools necessary for creating a life of wellness and balance. I integrate clinical therapy techniques with mind-body practices such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga and other holistic techniques. I specialize in working with new mama's navigating their journey to and through motherhood. I also work with young adults and adults of all ages navigating transitions, stressors, exploring spirituality and purpose.
Welcome! I deeply believe in the importance of human connection, which is why I strive to create a safe space for you to share, truly be heard and grow. My intention is to provide you with the tools necessary for creating a life of wellness and balance. I integrate clinical therapy techniques with mind-body practices such as mindfulness, meditation, yoga and other holistic techniques. I specialize in working with new mama's navigating their journey to and through motherhood. I also work with young adults and adults of all ages navigating transitions, stressors, exploring spirituality and purpose.
Chelsea Gouldsbrough
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Manchester, CT 06040
Waitlist for new clients
Currently full for in person sessions. Some telehealth available. I provide a compassionate and calm therapeutic environment for you to explore and find peace for yourself. Helping you to develop healthy ways to navigate the many life stressors that can be thrown your way.
Currently full for in person sessions. Some telehealth available. I provide a compassionate and calm therapeutic environment for you to explore and find peace for yourself. Helping you to develop healthy ways to navigate the many life stressors that can be thrown your way.
Hello! I am so happy you have made the choice to start your growth and healing journey! I understand that finding the right therapist can be daunting, so I try to provide a comfortable, accepting, and judgement free office space, as well as approach to treatment. I believe it is important to meet my client where they are at in their journey, and work from there. Sessions are focused on you, and what you would like to get out of them. I am here to help guide your journey, and help you to achieve your goals!
Hello! I am so happy you have made the choice to start your growth and healing journey! I understand that finding the right therapist can be daunting, so I try to provide a comfortable, accepting, and judgement free office space, as well as approach to treatment. I believe it is important to meet my client where they are at in their journey, and work from there. Sessions are focused on you, and what you would like to get out of them. I am here to help guide your journey, and help you to achieve your goals!
Stavritsa Terzis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, CT 06042 (Online Only)
If you have been considering therapy but think it’s not for you, you are not alone. The therapeutic process can feel scary or oppressive, or we are taught that it is “not what we do in our family.” Maybe you need someone who has spent more than 12 years professionally working with adolescents and families of all ages, as a teacher and therapist. If you have an adolescent who is going through something you can’t seem to understand, I am here to connect with them and help them figure it out.
If you have been considering therapy but think it’s not for you, you are not alone. The therapeutic process can feel scary or oppressive, or we are taught that it is “not what we do in our family.” Maybe you need someone who has spent more than 12 years professionally working with adolescents and families of all ages, as a teacher and therapist. If you have an adolescent who is going through something you can’t seem to understand, I am here to connect with them and help them figure it out.
Erica L. Mott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Manchester, CT 06040
Waitlist for new clients
As a Christian counselor, my role as your therapist is to listen non-judgmentally and compassionately and help you create the changes needed to lead a peaceful, fulfilling life. My approach to accomplishing this is to keep our work God-centered and biblically-based, and to provide you with the tools you need to implement realistic, tangible changes. It is difficult enough to discuss sensitive, private life experiences and challenges without the added stress of feeling the need to guard ones' spiritual beliefs. Rest assured that this is a safe place to share all of the issues weighing on your mind, heart, and soul.
As a Christian counselor, my role as your therapist is to listen non-judgmentally and compassionately and help you create the changes needed to lead a peaceful, fulfilling life. My approach to accomplishing this is to keep our work God-centered and biblically-based, and to provide you with the tools you need to implement realistic, tangible changes. It is difficult enough to discuss sensitive, private life experiences and challenges without the added stress of feeling the need to guard ones' spiritual beliefs. Rest assured that this is a safe place to share all of the issues weighing on your mind, heart, and soul.
I enjoy working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults. I have a strong interest and history working with clients in high conflict relationships, intimate partner violence, intergenerational trauma, relationship issues and the LGBTQIA+ community. I work from a trauma informed and person centered focus to create a welcoming therapeutic environment.
I enjoy working with pre-teens, adolescents and adults. I have a strong interest and history working with clients in high conflict relationships, intimate partner violence, intergenerational trauma, relationship issues and the LGBTQIA+ community. I work from a trauma informed and person centered focus to create a welcoming therapeutic environment.
T.r.u.e. Self Counseling Heather Plourde
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Manchester, CT 06042
Want a strong relationship? Why wait to struggle in your marriage - Come for a therapy tune-up! Accepting couples for Friday afternoons! Also new clients for Depression, Transgender Issues, and Stage of Life transition. Whether you are going through a transition with your marriage, relationships, family, or gender issues; I believe in support and empowerment along with psycho education. I want you to develop skills to handle all of the stressors and struggles. I have spent 20 years working with families, couples, and LGBTQI+. Feeling lost is something we can work on, and finding your voice is what I am here for.
Want a strong relationship? Why wait to struggle in your marriage - Come for a therapy tune-up! Accepting couples for Friday afternoons! Also new clients for Depression, Transgender Issues, and Stage of Life transition. Whether you are going through a transition with your marriage, relationships, family, or gender issues; I believe in support and empowerment along with psycho education. I want you to develop skills to handle all of the stressors and struggles. I have spent 20 years working with families, couples, and LGBTQI+. Feeling lost is something we can work on, and finding your voice is what I am here for.
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Shontelle Brewster
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Manchester, CT 06040
Hi there! You being here means you are taking steps to work on making changes in your life. Are you struggling with past/present situations which have been affecting you? What about struggling with negative and unwanted thoughts? Unhealthy relationships and emotional distress? Allow me to help you explore, unlock and re-invent your unique story to become the most healthy and powerful you.
Hi there! You being here means you are taking steps to work on making changes in your life. Are you struggling with past/present situations which have been affecting you? What about struggling with negative and unwanted thoughts? Unhealthy relationships and emotional distress? Allow me to help you explore, unlock and re-invent your unique story to become the most healthy and powerful you.
As a proud American, I will give you practical skills and methods to overcome overwhelming emotions. If you recently watched Sound of Freedom, I will help ground you and compassionately support you. You will find I am uncommonly flexible. Clients describe me as comforting, respectful and kind. My demeanor is calm yet firm. I am committed to providing whatever it takes, within my means to be here for you and your family. Please Support OUR (Operation Underground Railroad.) United We Win. Together we heal our Nation.
As a proud American, I will give you practical skills and methods to overcome overwhelming emotions. If you recently watched Sound of Freedom, I will help ground you and compassionately support you. You will find I am uncommonly flexible. Clients describe me as comforting, respectful and kind. My demeanor is calm yet firm. I am committed to providing whatever it takes, within my means to be here for you and your family. Please Support OUR (Operation Underground Railroad.) United We Win. Together we heal our Nation.
Stephany Hunt is an LMSW who is dedicated to helping individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, grief and anger management.
Stephany Hunt is an LMSW who is dedicated to helping individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, grief and anger management.
Melissa P. Malave, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Manchester, CT 06040
We all experience difficulties in life that challenge us, and perhaps even throw us off on our journey. Perhaps we feel stagnant with where we are in life right now. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship issues, life changes, or women's issues, you don't need to struggle alone. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with you to bring awareness to your inner strengths to better navigate through this phase of your life.
We all experience difficulties in life that challenge us, and perhaps even throw us off on our journey. Perhaps we feel stagnant with where we are in life right now. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship issues, life changes, or women's issues, you don't need to struggle alone. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with you to bring awareness to your inner strengths to better navigate through this phase of your life.
T.R.U.E. Self Counseling LLC (Nicole)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, CT 06042
At some point, we all face life challenges and could benefit from additional supports. Life challenges can sometimes be unpredictable and derive from a multitude of situations and experiences. Sometimes the challenges are that of our own, other times we battle challenges presented to us by those that we love and care for. No matter the situation, I am here to help you navigate through them.
At some point, we all face life challenges and could benefit from additional supports. Life challenges can sometimes be unpredictable and derive from a multitude of situations and experiences. Sometimes the challenges are that of our own, other times we battle challenges presented to us by those that we love and care for. No matter the situation, I am here to help you navigate through them.
Olivia Tanzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester, CT 06040 (Online Only)
Clients say: I feel really stuck and I don't know where to go from here. Everything seems kind of hopeless and the world...it's a mess. I know I gotta find the courage to reach out. Find someone who gets what I'm going through and can help me figure it out without all the judgment. It's just taking that first leap that feels impossible right now.
Clients say: I feel really stuck and I don't know where to go from here. Everything seems kind of hopeless and the world...it's a mess. I know I gotta find the courage to reach out. Find someone who gets what I'm going through and can help me figure it out without all the judgment. It's just taking that first leap that feels impossible right now.
Alexandra Kitchener
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manchester, CT 06040 (Online Only)
My name is Alex and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I work with children, teenagers, adults and families to help them get their needs met despite any barriers in the way (mental health, stigma, society).
My name is Alex and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I work with children, teenagers, adults and families to help them get their needs met despite any barriers in the way (mental health, stigma, society).
My name is Jessica Ware. I am a Christian therapist with Renewed Pathways offering in person and telehealth sessions. I have successful experience helping adults, teens and children work through trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, relationship conflicts, and loss.
My name is Jessica Ware. I am a Christian therapist with Renewed Pathways offering in person and telehealth sessions. I have successful experience helping adults, teens and children work through trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, relationship conflicts, and loss.
As a marriage and family therapist it is my honor to work with individuals and families to work through hardships and explore ways to not only survive life's trials but to thrive. Many people find themselves seeking therapy during a life transition. Transitions can be extremely challenging, whether it is a change in a relationship, employment, a move or a loss. Navigating a new normal can come with pain and uncertainty. Through our work together we will use a variety of techniques and interventions to explore solutions and assist you in developing skills to find joy again.
As a marriage and family therapist it is my honor to work with individuals and families to work through hardships and explore ways to not only survive life's trials but to thrive. Many people find themselves seeking therapy during a life transition. Transitions can be extremely challenging, whether it is a change in a relationship, employment, a move or a loss. Navigating a new normal can come with pain and uncertainty. Through our work together we will use a variety of techniques and interventions to explore solutions and assist you in developing skills to find joy again.
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.