Psychodynamic Therapists in Manchester, CT

I understand life is filled with various challenges where you may find yourself wondering how you're going to navigate it all. Having someone assist you through the process and validate your experiences may be just the beginning of your healing. I, along with my team, can assist you through your journey. We provide a safe, judgment free, nurturing environment where you can begin to explore and process your internal world. We have been able to engage and build strong relationships with people from various backgrounds.

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.

Perhaps you are struggling with how to cope with life stressors family, friends, relationships, finances, work related issues, etc. Whatever brings you to therapy or whatever your background is, I welcome you with compassion and competence to bring your issues to an active listener who understands and will empathize with you. I view the therapeutic alliance as an opportunity to build rapport and establish a professional relationship with a caring attitude and nonjudgmental space for you to free your mind.

Welcome to the first step in this portion of your therapeutic journey! I am Dr. Shanté Bassett, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and CEO of Rapha Mind & Body, LLC. In Hebrew, rapha means “to restore or heal”. Let’s meet and discuss how therapy can start your road to holistic restoration and healing.

Are you looking for extra support navigating life, in this ever-changing world? Are you looking to make positive life changes and work towards your goals? From everyday life stressors to big life transitions, the challenges of life can get to us. As your therapist, I will strive to build a collaborative therapeutic relationship through compassion, empathy and trust. I aim to meet clients where they are at, by tailoring my therapeutic approach based on each individual and providing a safe, nonjudgmental space. You do not have to be alone on this journey.

Do you ever feel plagued by your own internal dialogue never shutting off? Struggling with your thoughts continually spiraling that range from going over your never-ending to-do list to intrusive thoughts that cause you to pause with concern? Let's explore it further together. As a fellow self-healer, I am passionate about helping my clients own their stories and eliminate shame through fostering internal safety. I fundamentally believe that when we move through our limiting beliefs, we come face to face with our potentials. Trauma causes us to fight, flight and freeze. Let's get out of survival together so you can THRIVE.

My goal is to create a safe space and provide support and guidance to those experiencing life changes and uncertainties. I empower individuals to navigate life's challenges and achieve a holistic well-being by utilizing a variety of approaches and techniques to help improve mental health outcomes. I am able to connect with clients on a personal level which creates a healthy therapeutic relationship leading to long lasting positive change.

Are you currently struggling to truly live the life you want to live? Do you find yourself lacking the support or skills you need in creating or living your best life? Are you looking for a safe space to process your thoughts and feelings, a place to receive positive, constructive feedback? Are you interested in talk therapy? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you are in the right place. Sometimes we all need a little help navigating through life's challenges, you are not alone, I am here to help.

Melody Poitras is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 5 years of experience. She has worked in a variety of settings including residential group homes, court programs and adult outpatient clinics. She is passionate about helping adult clients to navigate the many challenges they experience. Melody specializes in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, substance use and major life transitions.

I am now Licensed in both Connecticut and Florida, current office location in CT, with telehealth in both CT and FL. Accepting Tricare and VA Community Network. I am now accepting Medicare Part B, and most commercial insurances. Every person has a journey in life and when consumed with stress, anxiety or any other problems, We can take that journey together and figure out the best way for you to go. Sometimes it helps to talk privately to someone you can trust. We will find the way that works best for you, quietly, privately and calmly. We will find the inner strength that each person has and expand and emphasize your strengths.

Licensed Professional Counselor (Bilingual-English, Spanish speaker). I specialize in anxiety, trauma, sexuality, substance abuse, depression, & relationship struggles. Through my many years of experience, I believe that everyone has the power to find their own strengths and solutions to attain success in their lives. I am committed to helping you overcome your struggles and accomplish your optimum goals. My focus is to help the individual find inner strengths to overcome difficult challenges by providing psychoeducation and specific skill sets to guide you through the process in reaching your therapeutic goals.

I have been working in the mental health field for over ten years with the goal of creating a safe space for you to explore your trauma, values, and goals. The therapeutic environment I am proud to have created is one that is non-judgement, trauma-informed, LQBTQIA+ affirming, holistic, person-centered, and recovery-oriented. I work with all different mental health issues including, but not excluded to; depression, anxiety, mood disorders and PTSD. I also work with people who are experiencing significant life stressors or changes that they are hoping to gain insight into and work through.

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. Or if you have an adolescent who is going through something you can’t seem to help them with, I am here for you as a parent, and your child.

Congratulations on taking the first steps towards self-help and positive change. At Renewing Souls Counseling Services LLC., we highlight the importance of self-care while building self-awareness to foster growth and positive change. Our current therapist is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist graduate of Saint Joseph College, with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, at risk youth, adults and families.

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.

Hello and welcome! I am passionate about helping people grow. I seek to help individuals work through difficult life experiences and develop positive ways of coping. When you are struggling with life’s challenges, you want to get to the heart of the issues so that you can overcome the emotions that are preventing you from experiencing peace and joy. I value supporting each person in finding their own happiness and learning how to get there.

Please send me an email if interested in therapy! My philosophy is to help empower you to be helpful, and compassionate towards yourself, and develop a healthy way to deal with life’s difficult times. Therapy is about personal connection, and my first goal is always to provide a safe, comfortable environment for you. Life transitions can be difficult and lead to an array of emotions; ultimately impacting your mental health. Whether you are struggling with feelings of anger, sadness, stress, worry, confusion or a particular life change, it can be helpful to obtain services from a mental health professional, and that's why I'm here!

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!

**Currently Accepting New In Peson Clients** The relationship that we have with ourselves is the most important. We live in a world where many demands are placed on us. Life challenges can sometimes be unpredictable and derive from a multitude of situations and experiences. I am experienced in working with a diverse population including children and adolescents. I provide therapeutic services for individuals and families in a safe, validating and non judgemental environment.