Female Therapists in New Haven, CT

I have have been providing psychotherapy to diverse populations in a variety of settings for nearly 25 years. Since 1998, I have held a range of clinical, supervisory and teaching positions in Yale's Department of Psychiatry and at Yale Child Study Center. My professional work is informed by psychodynamic, family systems and attachment theories. While these theories anchor my work, my ability to be open-minded, insightful, collaborative and compassionate are at the core of what's helpful to my clients.

Individuals who will benefit from neuropsychological testing are interested in understanding how their cognitive skills (or those of their children) are impacting their daily functioning. Many individuals have concerns about school functioning and are wondering why they (or their children) are struggling. Some individuals are interested in maximizing their cognitive strengths to perform better at school or their place of employment.

Mental wellness has always been at the forefront of my experience. Growing up in a Caribbean culture, I have witnessed pervasive stigma around mental health. It has always motivated me to be a trailblazer in the field. My focus centers around helping patients work towards an optimal, fulfilling, and productive life.

I am a licensed psychologist with clinical specialties that include: depression, anxiety, life transitions, women's issues, behavioral addictions, substance abuse, LGBTQ issues, complex trauma and psychodynamic/insight oriented psychotherapy. I hold an interactive, contemporary-relational therapeutic viewpoint, which is aimed at providing support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.

Few slots open: If you are feeling uneasy and fearful, if you are constantly worrying, feeling "lost" or "directionless", you are not alone. Its hard to ask for help but you have come this far. Take the next step and reach out.

Psychoanalysis is a method to develop the inner life. As a side effect, suffering is relieved and the outer life is improved.

As an experienced marriage and family therapist, I specialize in helping couples and individuals rediscover the intimacy and close connection with their partners and with themselves that they may feel has been missing. I enjoy working with couples to help resolve short or long-term issues within their relationships, and enjoy helping individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem, and with issues related to parenting, family, career, and life transitions. My clients tell me I have a warm, down-to-earth style that puts them at ease, and helps even those new to therapy to feel seen, heard and understood.

Elina Flit is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in providing diagnostic assessments and counseling to adult clients with diverse concerns including substance use, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, emotional regulation, career, interpersonal challenges, and LGBTQ+ issues. Elina completed her Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Southern Connecticut State University and is a National Certified Counselor (NCC). She is fluent in English and Russian.

Mental wellness is fundamental to everyday life; it helps us handle stress, maintain relationships, and achieve our potential. My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I will work with you to identify and understand your fears, past experiences, and triggers that may hinder your ability to live fully.

Do you struggle with negative feelings about yourself? Or frequently compare yourself to others, always feeling less than? Or feel overwhelmed easily, flooded with constant worries that you can't rid your mind of? Do you find yourself in chronic cycles of addictive behavior (overeating, binging & purging, overusing alcohol or drugs, overspending. etc.) followed by feelings of guilt, shame, and depression? Are you always talking to yourself with "shoulds" or "what ifs"? Do you have low interest/motivation and find yourself avoiding responsibilities, self care or tasks that would actually make you feel good about yourself? I can help you!

As a compassionate psychotherapist with over 25 years of diverse clinical experience, I have dedicated my career to supporting individuals navigating life's most complex challenges. My therapeutic style is open-minded, non-judgmental, and highly collaborative. From my work in Hospice and Palliative Care to counseling healthcare providers, I've honed a diverse set of clinical skills to address a wide range of concerns, such as PTSD, grief and loss, relationship challenges, communication issues, major life transitions, pre marital counseling and school or work-related stressors.

I am a fellow human, with a vocation of guiding people into deeper awareness of themselves. I am skilled in processing relationships, especially unhealthy patterns. I have a lens of decolonization and social justice. I have reconnected to me indigenous ancestry and value spirituality. I have traveled the world doing public health work & climate activism. I have ADHD & am neurodiverse. These are the topics I am most well suited to support you with. My education + lived experience inform my expertise. Tambien hablo el espanol, es mi segunda idioma pero se abre una puerta a uds para conectar.

Everyone can use a little help sometimes. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my MS from Columbia University. I have over 12 years of working in the field of co-occurring mental health and substance abuse treatment. I have worked with both adolescents and adults, utilizing CBT, Family Systems Theory, EMDR, and Psychotherapy. My practice serves individuals as well as families seeking to improve the quality of their lives through therapy.

When I lost my only sister to addiction at the age of 21, helping people like her became my ultimate professional goal. It’s my top priority to meet patients where they’re at and to help them improve their quality of life.

Here at The Healing Spa't we would like for our clients to become your best self. It doesn't matter about your imperfections or lacks, healing revolves around moving forward even when we can't see the "good" in our situations. Grasp onto your "why", challenge yourself to become whole and watch how one decision can change your life. Again, Welcome, to your journey and to your healing.

For over 25 years, I have been working directly with persons with mood disorders, substance use, trauma and managing life's stressors. I practice a holistic approach which is strength based, solution focused and psychodynamic. I specialize in mindfulness based practices, cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. Beginning with our own awareness can allow us to slow down, notice, and change unhealthy patterns. These strategies are essential in transitioning from feeling unsettled towards being able to ride waves of challenge with ease and intention.

Psychotherapy is a collaboration between therapist and client. It makes use of the strengths, resources and goals of the client and the supportive attunement, non-judgmental perspective, training and experience of the therapist. Many of my clients come to me because they want to incorporate mindfulness and somatic therapies with talk therapy in order to work more effectively with anxiety, depression, pain and other challenges.

Welcome to New Haven Therapy (www.newhaventherapy.com). I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist and have a small Telehealth practice serving ages 15-105 all over the state of Connecticut. I offer individual therapy and this spring will be offering a GROUP: "Thriving With My Adult ADHD." Group is an affordable way to access high quality care and each session is priced to be of service to a wide range of clients at only $25 per session ($200 for the group). This original curriculum has been tested on hundreds of people and has been demonstrated to be highly effective for so many clients who are now thriving!

I believe people can grow as they deal with challenges thoughout one's life. My therapeutic style developed over 30 years of experience is integrative and flexible. I work collaboratively with clients to explore and understand the presenting issues and identify areas of focus