Sandplay Therapists in Middletown, CT

I specialize in using an integrative, mind-body-spirit approach to help individuals get back in touch with their own inner source of wisdom, creativity, and empowerment. Reconnecting with the deeper parts of yourself is often the key to overcoming challenges and moving forward again. I am passionate about seeing my clients use this process to make positive changes and create the life they want. Please note, although I do Not have any more spaces for new counseling clients at this time, I do have spaces/ I AM accepting new Intuitive Life Coaching clients (private pay only), which includes transpersonal and spiritual modalities.

I have over 18 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of Substance Abuse Disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, ADHD, Behavoiral difficulties and emotional regulation. I am trained in a variety of different models including CBT/EMDR/DBT /CPT Person Centered Approaches, Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Tf-CBT.

I believe in working collaboratively with clients, families, groups, etc. I believe in the power of connections and relationships. I believe in the beauty of finding hope and working towards healing. I believe in making mental health a priority. I am open to exploring a variety of techniques and experiences to help facilitate growth and change!

I hope you will discover and create that which inspires you, find your motivation, notice and value your worth, and cherish those things that evoke emotions in you and make life worth living. Live Love Breathe Create

My background is in chemical dependency training at state and local hospitals where I worked at various levels of care from those who are very early in recovery to those with sustained recovery and ending at a community mental health facility where I supported individuals in transitioning to medication assisted treatment out of Department of Corrections. I was trained as a Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor and worked supporting survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence while they transitioned out of narcissistic patterns of abuse. I have worked with children who have mood disorders, attachment disorders, and conduct disorders.

As a licensed professional counselor, I believe in helping clients collaboratively work through the course of their treatment, regardless of where they are in their healing process. I provide a welcoming environment and assist with improving overall quality of life utilizing a strengths-based, person- centered approach. I am trained in and utilize various treatment modalities, inclusive of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing. Those that work with me find that I am enthusiastic and deeply compassionate. I strive to create a comfortable, safe and nonjudgemental environment.

Life can be messy! I would like to help you feel more grounded and supported to navigate the challenges. My interests include working with young adults—maybe you are struggling to adjust to college, working, “adulting,” or having relationship issues. I am also passionate about working with women on maternal wellness and motherhood struggles. I have completed specialized perinatal training through PSI and offer video sessions, which many of my mothers find convenient when juggling family and/or work. Please know that you are not alone. Therapy can help to release that “heaviness” you are carrying around.

Are you looking to enrich the inner you so your Vibrant Soul can shine and radiate into the world? Are you tired of not feeling like yourself, struggling with daily challenges and or feelings? I am here to assist you, to listen and offer guidance. Taking the first step towards healing is always hard, but you made it this far so you are STRONGER than you think. My goal is to help enrich the inner you where your mind, body and Vibrant Soul align. To help untangle the challenges that have been holding you back. To reach a sense of fulfillment and gratitude that you DESIRE and DESERVE.

Fundamental to my work is my view of the therapeutic relationship as a profound and unique agent of change and healing in human beings. I seek to be genuine and to know each client I work with. I have 23 years of experience working with children, couples, adult individuals, and families. I have particular specialty in trauma and attachment difficulties, parenting issues, couples work, anxiety and depression, issues related to grief and loss, play therapy with children, sand tray work, and complex family system issues. I also use therapeutic art and other 'no talk' modalities.

Making change is hard and takes time. There is no ideal time to enter therapy, but I will meet you where you are at in the process, by providing a nonjudgmental and supportive environment. My goal is to support clients through their process, whether that be a student dealing with bullying issues, a life change, improving outlook on life, or dealing with problems. My passion is working with adolescents trying to find their path, helping identify resources and navigate the complicated mental health system in order to access service. I work with children, teenagers, young adults and adults.

Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to help clients achieve their goals. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and positive space to help clients reach their full potential.

Art Therapy, a beneficial and non-threatening alternative to traditional talk therapy. We all have the ability and creativity to connect to images generated by ourselves or by others. Art making has a primal component and brings us great insight into our inner experience. It's my passion and priority to create opportunities for others to recognize and develop their authentic self in a safe and supportive environment. My areas of focus include working with individuals, couples and families, trauma, relational, and substance dependency challenges. I also provided supervision hours for emerging art therapists.