Domestic Abuse Therapists in Newington, CT
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Elaina layden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111 (Online Only)
I have extensive training in trauma, domestic violence, and attachment which can aid you in recovering from a domestic violence relationship, history of childhood trauma or other form of trauma that has left you seeking treatment.
My journey in the mental health field started 10 years ago. As a therapist specializing in trauma, I can help you in exploring your needs and feelings that have negatively impacted your lives. I have worked with children, adults, and adolescents in the community I bring extensive experience in helping clients explore negative thoughts, triggers to their anxiety and depression, and helping them to understand the impact trauma has had on their lives. I can help you to identify the barriers to achieving the goals you would like to accomplish.
I have extensive training in trauma, domestic violence, and attachment which can aid you in recovering from a domestic violence relationship, history of childhood trauma or other form of trauma that has left you seeking treatment.
My journey in the mental health field started 10 years ago. As a therapist specializing in trauma, I can help you in exploring your needs and feelings that have negatively impacted your lives. I have worked with children, adults, and adolescents in the community I bring extensive experience in helping clients explore negative thoughts, triggers to their anxiety and depression, and helping them to understand the impact trauma has had on their lives. I can help you to identify the barriers to achieving the goals you would like to accomplish.
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Stephanie Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
My emphasis is centered around issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, behavioral addictions, and eating disorders.
Our mind is a battlefield. Individuals often fight thoughts and feelings of guilt, shame, worthlessness, and regret throughout their lifetime and often engage in maladaptive behaviors to medicate the pain they are dealing with. Many times mental health problems stem from spiritual issues and deep rooted, distorted core beliefs. When life gets rough, these core beliefs often rise to the surface and cause us to go in a downward spiral of depression and negative harmful behaviors. Therapy is a powerful ally to help conquer the negative and often debilitating thoughts that try to take over every aspect of our lives.
My emphasis is centered around issues of anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, behavioral addictions, and eating disorders.
Our mind is a battlefield. Individuals often fight thoughts and feelings of guilt, shame, worthlessness, and regret throughout their lifetime and often engage in maladaptive behaviors to medicate the pain they are dealing with. Many times mental health problems stem from spiritual issues and deep rooted, distorted core beliefs. When life gets rough, these core beliefs often rise to the surface and cause us to go in a downward spiral of depression and negative harmful behaviors. Therapy is a powerful ally to help conquer the negative and often debilitating thoughts that try to take over every aspect of our lives.
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Sol Estrella LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Over the years, I worked with and empowered survivors of Intimate Partner Violence, Anxiety, Depression, Intergenerational Family Trauma, Trauma from abuse and neglect and those suffering from other related disorders and stressors.
Serious Inquiries Only… Life, at times can make us feel overwhelmed, lost and stuck. When we experience traumatic and life changing events the feeling of survival can take over our ability to " live in the moment". By impacting our view on life and identity. The residue that trauma leaves on our emotional, mental, physical and spiritual state can make it difficult to navigate daily. I believe in providing guidance and support to help unlearn false beliefs, self- sabotaging behaviors and patterns to create healthier relationships and live in your authentic truth.
Over the years, I worked with and empowered survivors of Intimate Partner Violence, Anxiety, Depression, Intergenerational Family Trauma, Trauma from abuse and neglect and those suffering from other related disorders and stressors.
Serious Inquiries Only… Life, at times can make us feel overwhelmed, lost and stuck. When we experience traumatic and life changing events the feeling of survival can take over our ability to " live in the moment". By impacting our view on life and identity. The residue that trauma leaves on our emotional, mental, physical and spiritual state can make it difficult to navigate daily. I believe in providing guidance and support to help unlearn false beliefs, self- sabotaging behaviors and patterns to create healthier relationships and live in your authentic truth.
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I have experience working with teens, domestic violence survivors, families, victims of SA, latency-aged children, problem sexual behaviors, and those suffering from substance abuse.
The clients I serve struggle with diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or trauma. I aim to help clients acquire, practice, and hopefully master those skills that will help them be able to function better in their homes relationships, schools, and communities.
I have experience working with teens, domestic violence survivors, families, victims of SA, latency-aged children, problem sexual behaviors, and those suffering from substance abuse.
The clients I serve struggle with diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or trauma. I aim to help clients acquire, practice, and hopefully master those skills that will help them be able to function better in their homes relationships, schools, and communities.
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Laura Abbatemarco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
I am a clinical social worker who has worked in many arenas over the past 32 years. I have worked with children and young adults in hospitals managing psychiatric crises, worked in sexual assault clinics, domestic violence agencies and therapeutic schools. I view clients through their experiences, genetic predispositions and try to help them understand themselves better and appreciate who they are. I use laughter, art therapy, talk therapy and various modalities such at CBT and DBT.
I am a clinical social worker who has worked in many arenas over the past 32 years. I have worked with children and young adults in hospitals managing psychiatric crises, worked in sexual assault clinics, domestic violence agencies and therapeutic schools. I view clients through their experiences, genetic predispositions and try to help them understand themselves better and appreciate who they are. I use laughter, art therapy, talk therapy and various modalities such at CBT and DBT.
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Life can be our toughest teacher, and adverse experiences can leave us feeling defeated. Let's find a plan to grow through what we go through. At My Story Counseling, Vanessa will be there to help you navigate through your problems and find a solution that is fit just for you!
Life can be our toughest teacher, and adverse experiences can leave us feeling defeated. Let's find a plan to grow through what we go through. At My Story Counseling, Vanessa will be there to help you navigate through your problems and find a solution that is fit just for you!
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Liliana's Practice, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111 (Online Only)
There are 3 clinicians in the practice: Liljana Kaci, LCSW, Elisabeth Oldmixon, LMSW, and Randi Shamitz, LPC-A. Elisabeth (www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/elisabeth-oldmixon-raleigh-nc/1219158) is taking new telehealth clients. At this time, Randi and Liljana have waiting lists. Liljana's full profile is below.
There are 3 clinicians in the practice: Liljana Kaci, LCSW, Elisabeth Oldmixon, LMSW, and Randi Shamitz, LPC-A. Elisabeth (www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/elisabeth-oldmixon-raleigh-nc/1219158) is taking new telehealth clients. At this time, Randi and Liljana have waiting lists. Liljana's full profile is below.
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Jenna Rose Alcaraz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Jenna is a bilingual psychotherapist offering individual, group and family therapy in-person and online. She has served women, children and families for over 10 years as a therapist, doula, yoga practitioner and educator. Jenna holds a M.A. in Holistic Clinical Mental Health Counseling and postgraduate certificate in Expressive Arts. She is certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and extensively trained in yoga and mindfulness. She lives her life by the same principles she employs in therapy. She strives to see the true potential in herself and others while doing her best to be present and hold empathic space for all.
Jenna is a bilingual psychotherapist offering individual, group and family therapy in-person and online. She has served women, children and families for over 10 years as a therapist, doula, yoga practitioner and educator. Jenna holds a M.A. in Holistic Clinical Mental Health Counseling and postgraduate certificate in Expressive Arts. She is certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and extensively trained in yoga and mindfulness. She lives her life by the same principles she employs in therapy. She strives to see the true potential in herself and others while doing her best to be present and hold empathic space for all.
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Sandra A Coakley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111
My ideal client is looking for therapy to help them and wants to change their life for the better.
My ideal client is looking for therapy to help them and wants to change their life for the better.
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Renaissance Counseling Center,LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111
We all need support from time to time. We are not perfect and life is quite complex. Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed? Is your relationship falling apart? Is your past trauma affecting your daily life? You are not alone. I can help you get through the chaos and pain. I can help you mange fear, anxiety, depression and pain. You can become more confident and stronger than ever. I believe that crisis leads to change and transformation. Let me help you let go of a painful past and embrace new possibilities. Let me help you RE-FOCUS and CREATE a new you. “I’m not what happened to me. I’m what I chose to become”.
We all need support from time to time. We are not perfect and life is quite complex. Do you feel stuck and overwhelmed? Is your relationship falling apart? Is your past trauma affecting your daily life? You are not alone. I can help you get through the chaos and pain. I can help you mange fear, anxiety, depression and pain. You can become more confident and stronger than ever. I believe that crisis leads to change and transformation. Let me help you let go of a painful past and embrace new possibilities. Let me help you RE-FOCUS and CREATE a new you. “I’m not what happened to me. I’m what I chose to become”.
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New Wave Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111
Over 20 years of clinical experience working with adolescents, teenagers, and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and addiction in various treatment settings. Diversity and multicultural issues are embedded in everything we do and contribute to presenting problems. I am conscious of varying decision-making preferences, the role of family dynamics, stages of life, socioeconomic status, and issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity. As well as the stigma associated with seeking mental health services.
Over 20 years of clinical experience working with adolescents, teenagers, and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and addiction in various treatment settings. Diversity and multicultural issues are embedded in everything we do and contribute to presenting problems. I am conscious of varying decision-making preferences, the role of family dynamics, stages of life, socioeconomic status, and issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity. As well as the stigma associated with seeking mental health services.
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Suprena O. Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
I am deeply committed to supporting children, families, and individuals from all backgrounds. My passion for helping others is rooted in the conviction that personalized support can fortify communities and elevate awareness about mental health and trauma. I advocate, guide, empower, and mentor, fostering self-advocacy and community support.
I am deeply committed to supporting children, families, and individuals from all backgrounds. My passion for helping others is rooted in the conviction that personalized support can fortify communities and elevate awareness about mental health and trauma. I advocate, guide, empower, and mentor, fostering self-advocacy and community support.
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Kristina Dalao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, women and veterans. My specialty is treating Dual Diagnosis, Trauma, Women's Issues, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. My clinical experience includes inpatient, outpatient and residential settings. I currently work from a Person-Centered approach as well as a Strength- Based perspective utilizing Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brief-Solution Focused Therapy and Play Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, women and veterans. My specialty is treating Dual Diagnosis, Trauma, Women's Issues, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. My clinical experience includes inpatient, outpatient and residential settings. I currently work from a Person-Centered approach as well as a Strength- Based perspective utilizing Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brief-Solution Focused Therapy and Play Therapy.
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Aida I. Diaz-La Cilento
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111 (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.
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I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Licensed Addiction Counselor. I have worked in the mental health field since 1997, counseling men, women, children, families, and couples. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, patient-centered, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy treating anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction and behavioral issues. I believe in treating the person with empathy, integrity, and respect. I work with all ages from child to older population. No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay. Sliding fee scale available. I offer in office or Teletherapy in Connecticut.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Licensed Addiction Counselor. I have worked in the mental health field since 1997, counseling men, women, children, families, and couples. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, patient-centered, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy treating anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction and behavioral issues. I believe in treating the person with empathy, integrity, and respect. I work with all ages from child to older population. No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay. Sliding fee scale available. I offer in office or Teletherapy in Connecticut.
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Virna Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111 (Online Only)
You are here; the next step may be frightening or uncomfortable. But you made it this far, and I'm confident we, collaboratively, can create a treatment plan that suits your lifestyle and targets your objectives and goals.
You are here; the next step may be frightening or uncomfortable. But you made it this far, and I'm confident we, collaboratively, can create a treatment plan that suits your lifestyle and targets your objectives and goals.
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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.
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Whether you are processing trauma, struggling with self esteem, maintaining recovery from a particular substance or just looking for guidance along your personal growth journey, you will be met with compassion and empathy in my practice. Utilizing an integrated approach through traditional therapeutic modalities, life experience, and spirituality, together we will focus on finding solutions as you navigate the path toward self awareness and actualization
Whether you are processing trauma, struggling with self esteem, maintaining recovery from a particular substance or just looking for guidance along your personal growth journey, you will be met with compassion and empathy in my practice. Utilizing an integrated approach through traditional therapeutic modalities, life experience, and spirituality, together we will focus on finding solutions as you navigate the path toward self awareness and actualization
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Do you feel burdened or like you are not able to live life with freedom, joy and peace? Whether we have hurts from the past or anxiety and depression that seem overwhelming; it can be helpful to have someone there who understands and provides non-judgmental, supportive feedback. When we experience challenges, crisis and difficult circumstances; important goals in therapy are learning to identify how our thoughts trigger our emotions and developing coping skills to process them.
Do you feel burdened or like you are not able to live life with freedom, joy and peace? Whether we have hurts from the past or anxiety and depression that seem overwhelming; it can be helpful to have someone there who understands and provides non-judgmental, supportive feedback. When we experience challenges, crisis and difficult circumstances; important goals in therapy are learning to identify how our thoughts trigger our emotions and developing coping skills to process them.
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AMC Counseling Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, TFT-ALG
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Not accepting new clients
CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Aida M. Vazquez-Canidate, LMFT, TFT-ALGO I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13+ years of experience in helping clients address relationship problems, self-esteem issues, stress, depression, and anxiety. My specialty is working with young adults/adults by providing individual, couple, and family therapy.
CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Aida M. Vazquez-Canidate, LMFT, TFT-ALGO I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 13+ years of experience in helping clients address relationship problems, self-esteem issues, stress, depression, and anxiety. My specialty is working with young adults/adults by providing individual, couple, and family therapy.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.