Emotionally Focused Therapists in Newington, CT
We also utilize Emotionally focused therapy which focuses on helping individuals and couples regulate, understand, and express emotions to create deeper emotional connection.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck in a negative pattern of anxiety or depression? Are you struggling to find your own voice? If so, individual therapy allows you to have a safe space to be heard and explore those feelings. We support individuals who struggle with low confidence and self-worth due to negative self-talk. We also help couples and families who are navigating life stressors such as infidelity, divorce, blended family and when you're simply just not getting along. We understand how certain events can impact the family system. Our role is to help you learn to function as a healthy family unit.
We also utilize Emotionally focused therapy which focuses on helping individuals and couples regulate, understand, and express emotions to create deeper emotional connection.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck in a negative pattern of anxiety or depression? Are you struggling to find your own voice? If so, individual therapy allows you to have a safe space to be heard and explore those feelings. We support individuals who struggle with low confidence and self-worth due to negative self-talk. We also help couples and families who are navigating life stressors such as infidelity, divorce, blended family and when you're simply just not getting along. We understand how certain events can impact the family system. Our role is to help you learn to function as a healthy family unit.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive training and experience in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, EMDR for trauma, and systemic family therapies, I am here to help you navigate through life's challenges and strengthen your relationships.
You miss your relationship the way it used to be. You feel misunderstood and want to reconnect but don't know how to bridge the gap between you. Maybe you are even wondering if you can ever forgive or be forgiven for hurt between you. It might be that you are looking to repair a relationship with your parent or adult child and need outside perspective. My style is warm but direct; I'll help you sort out the emotions of this pain and make sense of how you got to where you are. Available weekly openings are 3pm or earlier. Some biweekly evenings may be open. I do not offer in network insurance services for couples or families.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive training and experience in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, EMDR for trauma, and systemic family therapies, I am here to help you navigate through life's challenges and strengthen your relationships.
You miss your relationship the way it used to be. You feel misunderstood and want to reconnect but don't know how to bridge the gap between you. Maybe you are even wondering if you can ever forgive or be forgiven for hurt between you. It might be that you are looking to repair a relationship with your parent or adult child and need outside perspective. My style is warm but direct; I'll help you sort out the emotions of this pain and make sense of how you got to where you are. Available weekly openings are 3pm or earlier. Some biweekly evenings may be open. I do not offer in network insurance services for couples or families.
Carly Sundel At Mindfulness Renewed Llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Waitlist for new clients
Waitlist for new clients. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self discovery, growth and healing? You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the path ahead, but deep down, you have a desire for positive change and a willingness to explore what is holding you back. I understand the pressures of life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious and disconnected from ourselves and others. That is why I provide a safe space for clients, where they can explore their inner landscape, cultivate self awareness, and develop practical tools to navigate life's challenges with grace and control.
Waitlist for new clients. Are you ready to embark on a journey of self discovery, growth and healing? You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about the path ahead, but deep down, you have a desire for positive change and a willingness to explore what is holding you back. I understand the pressures of life can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious and disconnected from ourselves and others. That is why I provide a safe space for clients, where they can explore their inner landscape, cultivate self awareness, and develop practical tools to navigate life's challenges with grace and control.
Currently, I hold a master's degree in social work specializing in Mental Health Services from the University of Saint Joseph. I received the bachelor’s degree in criminology from Central Connecticut State University and hold an associates degree in criminal justice. I have experience with the court system and the stigma it has in many aspects. in addition, I have 4 years of experience working as a Counselor/Clinician specializing in Substance Use and have helped patients improve their lives.
Currently, I hold a master's degree in social work specializing in Mental Health Services from the University of Saint Joseph. I received the bachelor’s degree in criminology from Central Connecticut State University and hold an associates degree in criminal justice. I have experience with the court system and the stigma it has in many aspects. in addition, I have 4 years of experience working as a Counselor/Clinician specializing in Substance Use and have helped patients improve their lives.
Stephanie Donofrio,LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Are you feeling in many ways lost as an individual, lost in your relationship, lost at work or that life's expectations are going to break you? Do you often find yourself feeling alone, resentful or misunderstood? Do you have an inner critic that won't get out of your head? Tired of pretending things are fine? Do you feel like you forgot who you once were? Maybe you find yourself frequently conforming to other's expectations leaving you stuck and unsure of your own self identify.
Are you feeling in many ways lost as an individual, lost in your relationship, lost at work or that life's expectations are going to break you? Do you often find yourself feeling alone, resentful or misunderstood? Do you have an inner critic that won't get out of your head? Tired of pretending things are fine? Do you feel like you forgot who you once were? Maybe you find yourself frequently conforming to other's expectations leaving you stuck and unsure of your own self identify.
Therapy with me is a collaborative experience built on trust, empathy, and transparency. Client's report feeling instantly connected, as if they’ve known me for much longer than they have. My individualized, patient-centered approach helps clients reach the best version of themselves. I utilize strength-based therapy, client-centered therapy, narrative therapy, CBT, and problem-solving therapy to help clients manage mental health conditions so they can thrive. Reach out to our office today to schedule an appointment with me.
Therapy with me is a collaborative experience built on trust, empathy, and transparency. Client's report feeling instantly connected, as if they’ve known me for much longer than they have. My individualized, patient-centered approach helps clients reach the best version of themselves. I utilize strength-based therapy, client-centered therapy, narrative therapy, CBT, and problem-solving therapy to help clients manage mental health conditions so they can thrive. Reach out to our office today to schedule an appointment with me.
Jennifer Dugre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
I believe a sense of trust is a key component for someone feeling safe in therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that will provide that experience for all of my clients. My unique, person-centered approach to therapy gives you the space to feel safe, secure and supported while using evidenced based modalities. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing and tailor treatment to the individual. My role as your therapist is to help provide the tools needed to gain insight, self-discovery and healing from past experiences, allowing you to live a happier and more fulfilling future
I believe a sense of trust is a key component for someone feeling safe in therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that will provide that experience for all of my clients. My unique, person-centered approach to therapy gives you the space to feel safe, secure and supported while using evidenced based modalities. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing and tailor treatment to the individual. My role as your therapist is to help provide the tools needed to gain insight, self-discovery and healing from past experiences, allowing you to live a happier and more fulfilling future
Life comes with its share of pleasant and unpleasant experiences. And sometimes, the complexities of life keep us stuck, unable to move forward and be the "best" us. But take heart: there is help along the way, and seeking help is the first step towards positive transformation. I aim to provide you with a space where you feel safe, heard and understood, setting you up to gain awareness, clarity, and a way forward through the distresses in life. I have the privilege of assisting people through a range of issues, including relationship issues, anxiety, depression, identity/self-esteem, confidence, faith-based and life transitions.
Life comes with its share of pleasant and unpleasant experiences. And sometimes, the complexities of life keep us stuck, unable to move forward and be the "best" us. But take heart: there is help along the way, and seeking help is the first step towards positive transformation. I aim to provide you with a space where you feel safe, heard and understood, setting you up to gain awareness, clarity, and a way forward through the distresses in life. I have the privilege of assisting people through a range of issues, including relationship issues, anxiety, depression, identity/self-esteem, confidence, faith-based and life transitions.
Are you feeling down, overwhelmed, or excessively worried? Are you seeking strategies to cope with life’s stress? Do you want to live in a more fulfilling and satisfying way? I am here to support the life that you are trying to create. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide a positive and safe environment to identify your goals and find solutions.
Are you feeling down, overwhelmed, or excessively worried? Are you seeking strategies to cope with life’s stress? Do you want to live in a more fulfilling and satisfying way? I am here to support the life that you are trying to create. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide a positive and safe environment to identify your goals and find solutions.
Phoenix Mental Health Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Therapy is for you to become resilient, increase well-being and begin healing. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and interactive. I have a range of experience and training in treating anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, work-related stress, and injury. I specialize in grief, pre/post-marital/relationships, parenting, and family conflict. I work with realistic goals and treatment plans that are client/family-centered.
Therapy is for you to become resilient, increase well-being and begin healing. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and interactive. I have a range of experience and training in treating anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, work-related stress, and injury. I specialize in grief, pre/post-marital/relationships, parenting, and family conflict. I work with realistic goals and treatment plans that are client/family-centered.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
When looking for a therapist it's important you find someone your feel comfortable with. Therapy can be a safe place to share and explore feelings or issues that challenge most of us at one time or another. I use a strength-based, family systems approach in helping individuals, couples, adolescents, children, and their families to reduce stress, improve communication and relationships. My goal with all clients is to build on existing strengths, and help find realistic solutions to problems and help achieve their goals. I empower them to achieve the changes they are looking for, in a safe comfortable and non judgmental environment.
When looking for a therapist it's important you find someone your feel comfortable with. Therapy can be a safe place to share and explore feelings or issues that challenge most of us at one time or another. I use a strength-based, family systems approach in helping individuals, couples, adolescents, children, and their families to reduce stress, improve communication and relationships. My goal with all clients is to build on existing strengths, and help find realistic solutions to problems and help achieve their goals. I empower them to achieve the changes they are looking for, in a safe comfortable and non judgmental environment.
My Story Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Practice currently has new providers and is now accepting new clients. As a LMFT I have a passion for fostering healthy relationships and nurturing personal growth within families. With a strong foundation in systems theory and being EMDR trained, I have cultivated a unique clinical style that integrates various theoretical frameworks to meet the diverse needs of clients. Drawing from models such as Structural Family Therapy and Bowenian Family Therapy, I focus on understanding family roles, communication patterns, and intergenerational influences.
Practice currently has new providers and is now accepting new clients. As a LMFT I have a passion for fostering healthy relationships and nurturing personal growth within families. With a strong foundation in systems theory and being EMDR trained, I have cultivated a unique clinical style that integrates various theoretical frameworks to meet the diverse needs of clients. Drawing from models such as Structural Family Therapy and Bowenian Family Therapy, I focus on understanding family roles, communication patterns, and intergenerational influences.
I am a bilingual/bicultural licensed professional counselor with twenty-plus years of experience including working at a non-profit mental health clinic, a managed care company, and a public elementary school. I was born and raised in San Salvador, El Salvador, and moved to CT to pursue my master's degree in psychology. I have struggled with acculturation, parenting, and multiple losses in my life which have built my resiliency and increased my desire to help/guide others with life difficulties. Working in such diverse settings has strengthened my clinical expertise.
I am a bilingual/bicultural licensed professional counselor with twenty-plus years of experience including working at a non-profit mental health clinic, a managed care company, and a public elementary school. I was born and raised in San Salvador, El Salvador, and moved to CT to pursue my master's degree in psychology. I have struggled with acculturation, parenting, and multiple losses in my life which have built my resiliency and increased my desire to help/guide others with life difficulties. Working in such diverse settings has strengthened my clinical expertise.
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”.
Stephanie Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
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.
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.
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.
I believe we all have the potential to live our best life, however, sometimes we feel stuck and overwhelmed. I can support you to move forward. I am an experienced (20+ years) bilingual /bicultural therapist providing mental health to children, adolescents, college students and adults in a nurturing, safe environment. My goal is to support clients in deepening their understanding of themselves. My work is anchored in psychodynamic perspective, CBT, relational and with current neurobiological understanding of healing such as EMDR. I believe each individual is unique and therapy should be tailored to their needs and strengths.
I believe we all have the potential to live our best life, however, sometimes we feel stuck and overwhelmed. I can support you to move forward. I am an experienced (20+ years) bilingual /bicultural therapist providing mental health to children, adolescents, college students and adults in a nurturing, safe environment. My goal is to support clients in deepening their understanding of themselves. My work is anchored in psychodynamic perspective, CBT, relational and with current neurobiological understanding of healing such as EMDR. I believe each individual is unique and therapy should be tailored to their needs and strengths.
Offering divorce mediation services to those decided or considering divorce. Divorce is an unfortunate reality for many couples, and the stigma surrounding these circumstances can be daunting and painful. The approach taken towards divorce can greatly impact the emotional and financial outcomes for both parties and everyone involved including children. There is a growing societal trend towards divorces that are less contentious and less costly. Mediation. This shift in attitude has created a significant change on how divorce affects couples and families, helping the separation be amicable and efficient.
Offering divorce mediation services to those decided or considering divorce. Divorce is an unfortunate reality for many couples, and the stigma surrounding these circumstances can be daunting and painful. The approach taken towards divorce can greatly impact the emotional and financial outcomes for both parties and everyone involved including children. There is a growing societal trend towards divorces that are less contentious and less costly. Mediation. This shift in attitude has created a significant change on how divorce affects couples and families, helping the separation be amicable and efficient.
Jamie Brownstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06131
Welcome! As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I offer support in many areas such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I’m also a good fit if life feels "okay," but you’re yearning for a deeper, more fulfilling experience. I deeply value each person's uniqueness and find it crucial to work collaboratively to discover an approach that best suits you. In a warm and supportive atmosphere, it would be an honor to assist in connecting you with the strength and intuition that already resides within you.
Welcome! As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I offer support in many areas such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. I’m also a good fit if life feels "okay," but you’re yearning for a deeper, more fulfilling experience. I deeply value each person's uniqueness and find it crucial to work collaboratively to discover an approach that best suits you. In a warm and supportive atmosphere, it would be an honor to assist in connecting you with the strength and intuition that already resides within you.
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Emotionally Focused Therapists
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.