In Person Therapists in New Haven, CT

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

I have been a clinical social worker for over 20 years. I specialize in couples therapy. I incorporate a variety of interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, trauma-informed approaches, and solution-focused therapies. I believe that individuals can improve their functioning and quality of life by offering different perspectives, establishing goals to increase self-awareness, and adapting positive behavioral patterns.

Most people encounter rough times in their lives. I like to help people to get through these times. I like to help people to explore more options. When upset, many people get stuck in their ideas and wishes. I like to help people figure out ways to overcome challenges that interfere with their enjoyment of life and all it has to offer. I am an experienced therapist and have worked with a variety of people in varied clinical settings. I particularly enjoy working as an independent practitioner with all the unique concerns my clients bring.

As an LMSW, my primary goal is to provide unwavering support and guidance to empower you on your journey towards healing and personal growth. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you feel valued, heard, and understood. I understand that seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step, and I commend you for taking it. My role is to walk alongside you, offering personalized strategies and insights tailored to your unique experiences and needs.

Your story is your own. My job as a therapist is to create a space of understanding and acceptance where your story can be told, and personal examination and growth can feel safe and attainable. I believe that as an individual's understanding of their own thoughts and emotions increases so, too, does their ability to resolve conflict, heal from trauma, repair relationships, communicate effectively, and break self-destructive patterns. My collaborative role in this process is to provide active listening, empathetic reflection and observation, and attuned interventions specific to your unique needs and strengths.

Cristina Perera is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) that has been working in private practice for over 15 years, working with an eclectic range of adults and seniors, from trauma survivors of 911 and the Sandy Hook shootings to everyday families looking for support and expert care. She specializes in treating abuse, trauma, depression, family conflict, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, and more. She earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Southern Connecticut State University and has been a Keynote Speaker on behalf of The National Collation for Domestic Violence.

Acknowledging the need of seeking counseling for you or someone close to you, can be stressful and anxiety provoking. However, this courageous act begins the path to a better life. My name is Damaris Rodriguez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I am a caring and warm person who will provide an accepting and non-judgmental environment to help people process and explore their challenges in life.

*I am temporarily unable to accept new patients. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, a relationship or personal crisis, or lack of direction in your life. And, you are looking for help to creatively tackle your goals, built loving relationships, manage life's pressures, and reach your full potential. As a warm and interested psychologist, I work in partnership with my patients to understand these problems and to build on their inherent strengths in a process of healing and growth.

I am a bilingual clinical psychologist who works with people from all walks of life and all ages. I have a strong commitment in helping others achieve their best selves and improve their lives. Creating and fostering a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship is the first, and most valuable, step in this process. I believe that adopting an accepting and non-judgmental stance can facilitate change and empower people to achieve their life goals.

Often, we find ourselves in repetitive patterns that can appear to betray our deepest wishes for a fulfilling life. Perhaps you have developed ways of coping that were once effective but are less helpful than they were in the past. Natural life transitions themselves, even the joyful ones, can be full of complicated feelings like loss, grief, and various anxieties. You may wonder at moments of a feeling of being inhibited or too rigidly approaching the world. One may also just feel ‘off’ yet remain unsure why or what could be the cause. This is the value of exploring the aspects of self not immediately consciously available to us.

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.

My approach to therapy is grounded in a deep empathy for the unique experiences and complex needs of each individual I work with. Whether we're addressing substance use disorders, mood disorders, or the lingering effects of trauma, I'll work closely with you to develop a tailored treatment plan. I'm here to listen, to validate your feelings, and to empower you with the tools and resources necessary to write the next chapter of your story.

Marissa Ferrao is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) with more than 2 years of experience in the mental health field. She finds meaning in helping adolescents and adults discover their truest potential. Marissa specializes in treating clients who are struggling with anxiety, addiction, life transitions, gender identity, and sexual violence.

I place importance on being approachable, thoughtful, sensitive and direct. In therapy, I think it is valuable to focus on both past and present experiences. Looking at your history can help us understand what sets of beliefs, about yourself and the world, might be holding you back from having a better experience in life - and what makes these beliefs so powerful. Examining current behaviors and interactions allows for reflection and adjustment of unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviors impeding your success and personal satisfaction.

Hello, my name is Karen. I've been a clinical psychologist for over 25 years. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and insight-oriented approaches to help my clients overcome their difficulties. I work closely with my clients to understand their stories and then, together with the client, look for what might be most helpful to create change in my client's life.

Our work together begins by starting where you’re at. Then, we’ll engage based on where you’re at and work together to build a trusting relationship. We’ll jointly identify the pieces to your personal mental wellness puzzle and put them together.

Working with adults and adolescents, I strive to engage in a collaborative, accepting, therapeutic process that combines the client's strengths with my experience in order to promote understanding and change. . .

We all experience periods in our lives when we need additional support. Whether you are confronting a major life change or just haven't been yourself lately, as your therapist I will listen carefully to understand what you are experiencing. My main goal is to give you perspective on the problem and help you identify the route by which you would like to move through it. When needed, I teach coping skills drawn from my own use of mindfulness, as well as relaxation, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation techniques. With your permission, I collaborate with your medication prescriber as needed.

Are you finding your everyday existence fulfilling and rewarding? Are you presenting the best version of yourself to the world daily? Have your goals transitioned from the confines of your mind into the realm of reality? Have you been burdened by the weight of anxiety or depression? If you could use support in any of the aforementioned areas, I am happy to share that I am currently accepting new clients. I am Ferris Clare, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I will guide you through life’s inevitable challenges and plateaus to collaboratively support you in realizing and cultivating the power that lies within you.