Transgender Therapists in New Britain, CT

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Assured Peaceful Solutions Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06050
DaJavon specializes in the assessment and treatment of Anxiety, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, ADHD, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Social Learning issues, Race issues, Lesbain Gay Bisexual issues, Transgender/ Gender Dysphoria, Couple/Marital Issues, and Family Conflict.
DaJavon Davis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with a variety of age groups from diverse environments. He has worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples in various settings including outpatient, residential treatment facilities, and in-home services. DaJavon strongly believes that therapy is a way to help people explore and develop new ways to experience life. DaJavon is client focused and believes in working collaboratively with clients.
DaJavon specializes in the assessment and treatment of Anxiety, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, ADHD, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Social Learning issues, Race issues, Lesbain Gay Bisexual issues, Transgender/ Gender Dysphoria, Couple/Marital Issues, and Family Conflict.
DaJavon Davis is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience working with a variety of age groups from diverse environments. He has worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples in various settings including outpatient, residential treatment facilities, and in-home services. DaJavon strongly believes that therapy is a way to help people explore and develop new ways to experience life. DaJavon is client focused and believes in working collaboratively with clients.
(860) 881-3090 View (860) 881-3090
Jane R Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06050
Special interests include relationship and identity issues; adolescent and women's issues; anxiety and PTSD; blended families; and lesbian/gay/bisexual/ transgender concerns.
Twenty-five years into it, I still love being a counselor and psychotherapist. It is an honor and a privilege to be involved in the personal struggle and transformation of each client, couple, and family I see. I regard therapy more as an art than a science, though I certainly utilize current research in my practice. Most often my clients present problems in living rather than "mental illness" per se and they appreciate my attention to their strengths, resources, and spiritual concerns.
Special interests include relationship and identity issues; adolescent and women's issues; anxiety and PTSD; blended families; and lesbian/gay/bisexual/ transgender concerns.
Twenty-five years into it, I still love being a counselor and psychotherapist. It is an honor and a privilege to be involved in the personal struggle and transformation of each client, couple, and family I see. I regard therapy more as an art than a science, though I certainly utilize current research in my practice. Most often my clients present problems in living rather than "mental illness" per se and they appreciate my attention to their strengths, resources, and spiritual concerns.
(860) 591-9907 View (860) 591-9907
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MLPTherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06052
Waitlist for new clients
I have 13 years experience in the mental health. This includes individual and family therapy with adults and children. I have extensive history working with the LGBTQI community, Substance Use, and ADHD.
I have 13 years experience in the mental health. This includes individual and family therapy with adults and children. I have extensive history working with the LGBTQI community, Substance Use, and ADHD.
(860) 744-5271 View (860) 744-5271
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Hartford Hypnosis Center;David J. Norton LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC, ASCH, NESCH
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06052
The hypnotic approach to treatment is generally symptom-focused. It requires a structured time frame and use of trance in some form. Hypnosis is the preferred choice in dealing with many problems. It offers a unique ability in many cases as it deals with working through the unconscious mind. Hypnosis is an ancient art with a rich and varied history. It has been used to perform painless surgery, to ease childbirth, fear of flying, nail biting, fear of public speaking, headaches, insomnia, stress relief, dysphagia, past-life regression, sports performance, test performance, music performance and much more.
The hypnotic approach to treatment is generally symptom-focused. It requires a structured time frame and use of trance in some form. Hypnosis is the preferred choice in dealing with many problems. It offers a unique ability in many cases as it deals with working through the unconscious mind. Hypnosis is an ancient art with a rich and varied history. It has been used to perform painless surgery, to ease childbirth, fear of flying, nail biting, fear of public speaking, headaches, insomnia, stress relief, dysphagia, past-life regression, sports performance, test performance, music performance and much more.
(860) 229-5513 View (860) 229-5513
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Safe Passages, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06051
We are passionate about helping you to develop a healthy quality of life, improve your relationships, resolve interpersonal conflict, or understand issues around sexual identity or sexual orientation. We look forward to guiding you on your journey to emotional balance, mental health stability, and spiritual transformation! Treatment+Healing=Transformation.
We are passionate about helping you to develop a healthy quality of life, improve your relationships, resolve interpersonal conflict, or understand issues around sexual identity or sexual orientation. We look forward to guiding you on your journey to emotional balance, mental health stability, and spiritual transformation! Treatment+Healing=Transformation.
(959) 265-2951 View (959) 265-2951
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Aida I. Diaz-La Cilento
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06051  (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor. I offer individual, couple and family therapy. I use cognitive behavioral therapy and help clients with difficulties in identifying and managing emotions. Are you feeling different, stressed, overwhelmed? Not your usual self? Have you experienced a loss that you are having difficulty accepting? You don't have to feel this way nor go through it alone. You deserve to be happy.
I am a licensed professional counselor. I offer individual, couple and family therapy. I use cognitive behavioral therapy and help clients with difficulties in identifying and managing emotions. Are you feeling different, stressed, overwhelmed? Not your usual self? Have you experienced a loss that you are having difficulty accepting? You don't have to feel this way nor go through it alone. You deserve to be happy.
(860) 356-4538 View (860) 356-4538
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Enchanted Therapies and Hypnosis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06052
As individuals progress through life, challenges arise. Therapy is a vital component in addressing these challenges. My areas of expertise include, but are not limited to narcissistic abuse and recovery, trauma, depression, anxiety, identity issues, behavioral problems, and adjustment difficulties. I welcome the opportunity to collaborate with you on your path to healing.
As individuals progress through life, challenges arise. Therapy is a vital component in addressing these challenges. My areas of expertise include, but are not limited to narcissistic abuse and recovery, trauma, depression, anxiety, identity issues, behavioral problems, and adjustment difficulties. I welcome the opportunity to collaborate with you on your path to healing.
(860) 819-3153 View (860) 819-3153
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Robin L. Shahverdian
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, PsyDABD, CLAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06050  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
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
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
(959) 666-6296 View (959) 666-6296
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Achieving Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06053
Welcome! This is the first step toward optimum wellness. Services are confidential and designed to meet each individual need a person may have. Relationship issues, life transitions or whatever it may be that is on your mind together we will develop a plan and take steps toward achieving your goals. I take a holistic approach and assist clients in understanding themselves better in order to develop to their full potential. It may be focusing on specific coping skills or action steps or it may be exploring thoughts feelings and beliefs and identifying what comes next.
Welcome! This is the first step toward optimum wellness. Services are confidential and designed to meet each individual need a person may have. Relationship issues, life transitions or whatever it may be that is on your mind together we will develop a plan and take steps toward achieving your goals. I take a holistic approach and assist clients in understanding themselves better in order to develop to their full potential. It may be focusing on specific coping skills or action steps or it may be exploring thoughts feelings and beliefs and identifying what comes next.
(860) 819-3160 View (860) 819-3160
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The Wellness Factor LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06053
In these challenging times, I know you're probably wondering when life's journey brings you to a crossroad, which path will you choose? You are not alone. I see that today you are searching for a guide to help you along this sometimes uncertain yet wonderful journey. I know it may be a hard decision to make but if you're looking for an experienced, caring guide who will help you restore balance and wellness to your life. I want to hear your unique story and join you on your special journey.
In these challenging times, I know you're probably wondering when life's journey brings you to a crossroad, which path will you choose? You are not alone. I see that today you are searching for a guide to help you along this sometimes uncertain yet wonderful journey. I know it may be a hard decision to make but if you're looking for an experienced, caring guide who will help you restore balance and wellness to your life. I want to hear your unique story and join you on your special journey.
(860) 415-8628 View (860) 415-8628
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Cornerstone Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, SGC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06051
I have extensive training and experience in a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, as well as assisting with various educational difficulties. I have in depth experience with college and career planning. I have specific training helping students reach their maximum educational potential by enhancing structure and accountability, while providing new effective study strategies. (At this time email through PsychologyToday is down. Please either call (860) 863-1001 or email chris@cornerstonecounselingct.com directly). Thanks!
I have extensive training and experience in a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, anger management, grief and loss, trauma, as well as assisting with various educational difficulties. I have in depth experience with college and career planning. I have specific training helping students reach their maximum educational potential by enhancing structure and accountability, while providing new effective study strategies. (At this time email through PsychologyToday is down. Please either call (860) 863-1001 or email chris@cornerstonecounselingct.com directly). Thanks!
(860) 337-7178 View (860) 337-7178
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Jamie Brownstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06050
Life can sometimes leave us feeling confused, overwhelmed, and disconnected from our authentic selves. It is truly an honor to guide individuals through these challenges. In a warm and supportive atmosphere, I will assist in connecting you with the strength, wisdom, and intuition that already resides within you.
Life can sometimes leave us feeling confused, overwhelmed, and disconnected from our authentic selves. It is truly an honor to guide individuals through these challenges. In a warm and supportive atmosphere, I will assist in connecting you with the strength, wisdom, and intuition that already resides within you.
(860) 854-7160 View (860) 854-7160
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Nayda LeMay
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06053
My approach is eclectic. I join you in the road to recovery. I consider myself culturally competent, trauma informed and gender sensitive. Therapy like most professions continue to evolve, therefore, I actively seek ways to improve the delivery of evidence based practices that I use. I strongly believe that each experience with clients I serve is unique and rewarding. My hope is to help clients begin the journey of achieving a life worth living.
My approach is eclectic. I join you in the road to recovery. I consider myself culturally competent, trauma informed and gender sensitive. Therapy like most professions continue to evolve, therefore, I actively seek ways to improve the delivery of evidence based practices that I use. I strongly believe that each experience with clients I serve is unique and rewarding. My hope is to help clients begin the journey of achieving a life worth living.
(860) 461-0504 View (860) 461-0504
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Well Life Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06050
Are you or a loved one feeling afraid, anxious and/or overwhelmed? Are you trying to get through a challenging time or perhaps you have felt this way for a long time and just don't know why? Are you in a difficult relationship or having a family crisis? The counselors at Well Life Therapy, LLC are here to listen, guide and empower you to move through what you are struggling with. We will help you create strategies for healthy coping, problem solve with you, assist with communication skills and uncover ineffective and negative thinking patterns and ideas.
Are you or a loved one feeling afraid, anxious and/or overwhelmed? Are you trying to get through a challenging time or perhaps you have felt this way for a long time and just don't know why? Are you in a difficult relationship or having a family crisis? The counselors at Well Life Therapy, LLC are here to listen, guide and empower you to move through what you are struggling with. We will help you create strategies for healthy coping, problem solve with you, assist with communication skills and uncover ineffective and negative thinking patterns and ideas.
(860) 615-4014 View (860) 615-4014
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Nicole Grant
Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06053
Have you felt lost or discouraged due to difficult transitions in your life? If you feel depressed, anxious, or apathetic about your current circumstances, I can assist in navigating these feelings. I want to help you gain insight into your mental health symptoms and work toward positive change. It can be difficult facing adversity, but I will support you in tapping into your resilience and building self-esteem to manage your emotions and problem solve. I want to allow individuals to be vulnerable and authentic in who they are to gain a sense of self and confidence.
Have you felt lost or discouraged due to difficult transitions in your life? If you feel depressed, anxious, or apathetic about your current circumstances, I can assist in navigating these feelings. I want to help you gain insight into your mental health symptoms and work toward positive change. It can be difficult facing adversity, but I will support you in tapping into your resilience and building self-esteem to manage your emotions and problem solve. I want to allow individuals to be vulnerable and authentic in who they are to gain a sense of self and confidence.
(860) 200-2249 View (860) 200-2249
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Vivian Mercado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06050
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.
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.
(475) 800-8782 View (475) 800-8782
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Diverse Minds Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06053
Have you been feeling increasingly anxious due to recent changes in your life? Are you feeling unmotivated, uninspired or having difficulty with finding your purpose in life? Has it been harder for you to get out of bed in the mornings because you’ve been feeling down? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, I’m here to help. I utilize a friendly approach which includes compassion, humor and a number of evidence-based interventions and techniques which will help you to meet your goals. It’s incredibly liberating to begin to understand your own story.
Have you been feeling increasingly anxious due to recent changes in your life? Are you feeling unmotivated, uninspired or having difficulty with finding your purpose in life? Has it been harder for you to get out of bed in the mornings because you’ve been feeling down? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, I’m here to help. I utilize a friendly approach which includes compassion, humor and a number of evidence-based interventions and techniques which will help you to meet your goals. It’s incredibly liberating to begin to understand your own story.
(860) 891-2768 View (860) 891-2768
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Maegan Glover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06052  (Online Only)
I’m Maegan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in navigating life transitions, emotion regulation challenges, and helping folks cultivate their sense of self worth. In addition to these specialties, I am also passionate about helping teens and young adults thrive and cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, learning to feel empowered, communication struggles, self-harm, relationship issues, improving self-love and more. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based practices into my therapeutic approach including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I’m Maegan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in navigating life transitions, emotion regulation challenges, and helping folks cultivate their sense of self worth. In addition to these specialties, I am also passionate about helping teens and young adults thrive and cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, learning to feel empowered, communication struggles, self-harm, relationship issues, improving self-love and more. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based practices into my therapeutic approach including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
(860) 579-1318 View (860) 579-1318
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HeadSpace LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06051
Headspace, where your brain is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be ignited. We believe in creating calm in the midst of any storm. Life is full of twists and turns and sometimes it is difficult to navigate. Giving yourself the time you need to overcome challenges is essential to your growth, and we strive to assist in that process. We believe everyone should feel loved and accepted no matter the race, age, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation. We hope to provide a safe space where you can not only explore your journey and self, but realize you are far greater than you know.
Headspace, where your brain is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be ignited. We believe in creating calm in the midst of any storm. Life is full of twists and turns and sometimes it is difficult to navigate. Giving yourself the time you need to overcome challenges is essential to your growth, and we strive to assist in that process. We believe everyone should feel loved and accepted no matter the race, age, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation. We hope to provide a safe space where you can not only explore your journey and self, but realize you are far greater than you know.
(959) 207-1313 View (959) 207-1313
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Paiton Guevarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06050
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker who is a passionate and empathetic individual. I am looking to help you in your journey throughout life. I use cognitive behavioral therapy informed interventions to allow people to empower themselves everyday. Life involves change and challenges that may seem as though they feel too heavy to go through alone or without guidance. I am a safe space to face these challenges with and to explore different paths to take, in order to reach the light at the end of the tunnel with strength.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker who is a passionate and empathetic individual. I am looking to help you in your journey throughout life. I use cognitive behavioral therapy informed interventions to allow people to empower themselves everyday. Life involves change and challenges that may seem as though they feel too heavy to go through alone or without guidance. I am a safe space to face these challenges with and to explore different paths to take, in order to reach the light at the end of the tunnel with strength.
(860) 901-0553 View (860) 901-0553
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Transgender Therapists

As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?

A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.

What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?

Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.

How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?

An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.

How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?

Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.