In Person Therapists in Middletown, CT

Have you been experiencing anxiety due to a recently diagnosed of Cancer or a chronic medical condition? Are you starting a new phase of life and feel overwhelmed? Did you recently experience the loss of your beloved spouse or dear friend? All of these are anxiety producing and very difficult. It can be hard to navigate these life transitions when you feel as though you lost control and feel uncertain about who to turn to for help. I am here to help you with these overwhelming feelings so that you can handle these hard life events in the best way possible.

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my strengths are working with couples, individuals, families, military personnel and business professionals. I am successful treating clients who are adjusting to life transitions, work related stress, anxiety and depression. My approach to psychotherapy is a collaborative holistic wellness model which highlights and builds on the clients' strengths. My philosophy is simple, I listen to what my clients are saying and then together we come up with therapeutic goals that lead to solutions. I use my education, clinical training and life experience to help clients solve very complex problems.

My approach to therapy is humanistic and my aim is to work with honesty, gentleness, and in a collaborative spirit. My hope is that the process of therapy will result in your ability to live with less anxiety and depression, a stronger sense of well-being, and deeper self-understanding and self-acceptance. My background is in work with clients in university (CAPS), community, and residential settings. I collaborate extensively with other providers (psychiatrists, home therapists, etc.).

I am Diandrea, a Licensed Master of Social Work with a passion for creating a safe place where people feel comfortable and heard. I work with adolescents, teens, and young adults who are often misunderstood. I have experience working in schools and in a clinical setting where I support clients dealing with anxiety, depression, major life transitions, and self-esteem. I understand that growing up is not easy. There’s pressure to fit in, identity crisis starts to begin, puberty, and feeling unsure of yourself and what's to come in the future. People can tend to shut down and isolate and find themselves in a negative headspace.

August: Accepting NEW clients again during the month of August. Therapy is effective when clients feel safe, respected and understood within a welcoming and non-judgmental environment. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples in a variety of professional settings including the public school system, clinical, and private sectors. I work with individuals dealing with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and those dealing with everyday work, marriage, family, health, relationships, and other life stressors.

***Accepting new patients*** Brene Brown says, that "daring greatly is being brave and afraid every minute of the day at the exact same time". Deciding to participate in therapy is one of the most brave and scary decisions a person can make, but it is also one of the most rewarding. I congratulate you on taking the step to see change happen, and it would be an honor to walk with you through this journey! Using a strengths based perspective, together we will work to address the various barriers and life circumstances that are getting in the way of living your best life.

Relationships can be difficult - AND profoundly rewarding. My years of professional and personal experience allow me to support you in negotiating transitions, milestones, traumas and losses. I specialize in helping you balance the needs of the family with the demands of the workplace and/or schooling. My goal is to partner with you to shift your struggle as a perceived burden to struggle as an opportunity for growth. I want to empower you to love yourself and your life again and show you how much influence you have on your emotional choices. My practice is strength based with a firm emphasis on the therapist/client relationship.

I have been privileged to work with a wide variety of clients and know that everyone feels "stuck" at some point in time. Men, women, and kids are all managing the stress of work, school, family, and intimate relationships. I have demonstrated success helping people manage stress, and I know that everyone in your personal and professional life benefits when you feel more capable of dealing with life's emotional challenges. I help you get "unstuck" and move past your sadness, your fears, your anger, and your frustrations.

I look forward to working with and helping people of all ages. Individuals and families can expect the use of reflective practice, mindfulness and humor. Many individuals are dealing with stressful situations with life's ever present changes. I offer assistance in goal setting and follow through. For young children and their families I use a Child-Parent Psychotherapeutic approach and can combine this with trauma work. Perinatal families can expect a deep understanding of the stages of becoming a parent and struggling.

Warm greetings, I am happy that you have found your way here and I am looking forward to helping. It is important for you to know that my approach to therapy is solution focused and strength based. I am a highly experienced therapist with over 40 years of clinical treatment experience. My main interests and expertise as a therapist center around Individual therapy, Couples Therapy, Parenting and Substance Abuse. During my long and rewarding career I have worked as a primary therapist with individual adults, families, children, couples and groups and as a parenting coach. I thoroughly enjoy my work and look forward to helping you.

I am a licensed psychologist. I have been practicing psychology for 40 years and have been in private practice for 30 years. The vast majority of my training during the course of my career has been in the area of behavioral assessment, behavioral interventions and cognitive-behavioral techniques. I take a directive and problem solving approach to counseling. I offer the following services: cognitive and behavior therapy for children, adolescents and adults, psychological evaluations, evaluation of autism, interventions and treatment for anxiety, and depression. Behavioral intervention for sleep and insomnia.

Are you looking for a supportive space to process your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgement? Are you carrying around the weight of stress, trauma or worry all day? Whether you're looking for structured trauma treatment such as EMDR, anxiety or depression management through CBT, DBT or emotionally focused talk therapy for everyday challenges, your needs will be prioritized in sessions. Together, we will work on creating a plan that feels comfortable and effective at helping you feel better so you can get back to your life. I offer in person and virtual appointments depending on your preference.

As a strengths-based, compassion-focused, person-centered therapist, I see each client as an individual rather than a diagnosis, and strive to support them holistically using a wellness model of therapy. The beauty in therapy is that there is not a “one size fits all” approach, and as such, I utilize a variety of evidence-based practices in order to fit the unique needs of each client and the dynamics within the therapeutic relationship. I am committed to providing Health at Every Size (HAES), LGBTQ+ affirming, sex-positive, culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed care.

I approach therapeutic work with warmth, kindness and empathic understanding. I strive to create an environment in which clients feel heard, understood, and supported in facing their challenges. Through a strengths-based perspective, I provide guidance to clients in identifying and utilizing their personal strengths to pursue the change they want to create in their lives. I utilize techniques from a number of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), SFBT (Solution-Focused Brief Therapy), and TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).

Are you feeling anxious or depressed? Struggling with a life transition such as beginning college or a divorce? Grieving the loss of a loved one? The decision you have made to start therapy is an incredibly important first step in improving your quality of life and achieving your wellness goals. I am happy you are here!

Middletown counseling is taking new telehealth clients! I've had the pleasure of working with people of all ages who have struggled with various life stressors. Whether it's experiencing a traumatic event, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, grief, relationship issues, or family conflict, I would like to help you find a way through. My approach is interactive & collaborative with you. I believe the best therapeutic relationship is built upon mutual respect, honesty, and a common desire to help you reach your goals. My approach is based upon the belief that our strengths are the foundation on our path to wellness.

Therapy can be a valuable tool with a good fit. My motto that I have coined is “ Uncover, Discover and Discard. In therapy, I’ll collaboratively work with you to Uncover aspects of your life that may be preventing you from being the best version of yourself. Then we will Discover how negative, toxic, and unhealthful thoughts and behaviors manifest in your life and seek to create new ways of coping and develop strategies to replace those unhelpful behaviors and limiting beliefs. Last, we will Discard any unnecessary belief and/or behaviors that isn’t adding value to your life. Allow me to assist you on your healing journey.

Accepting NEW Clients! Life is a journey filled with twists and turns in which we all seek meaning and connection to navigate its complexities. As a therapist, I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for individuals on their unique paths. My therapeutic approach is rooted in the belief that each person is the expert of their own experience. I adopt a client-centered approach, valuing your perspectives, emotions, and goals. Through a relational lens, I recognize the importance of the connections we form in our lives and how they shape our well-being.

Overwhelming emotions and troublesome thoughts - whether they're related to current stressors or past experiences - can be burdensome and impact the extent to which we feel fulfilled in our lives. Whether such concerns tend to come and go rather quickly or linger for longer periods of time, therapy can be a safe space to better understand them and develop healthier ways of managing them. I strive to provide such a space for my clients, and my goal is to do so with compassion and skillful treatment.