Female Therapists in Newington, CT
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.
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!
Liz Citron, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and State of Connecticut Certified School Social Worker with a passion for helping children and adolescents work through developmental stressors, as well as working with families. After all, "It takes a village to raise a child." I use a combination of insight, humor, evidence based practices, and strength based counseling to promote better understanding and tolerance of issues that are causing distress at home, school and/or work place. My positive and supportive approach focuses on integrating calming strategies, mindfulness, coping skills, problem solving skills, and fostering independence.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and State of Connecticut Certified School Social Worker with a passion for helping children and adolescents work through developmental stressors, as well as working with families. After all, "It takes a village to raise a child." I use a combination of insight, humor, evidence based practices, and strength based counseling to promote better understanding and tolerance of issues that are causing distress at home, school and/or work place. My positive and supportive approach focuses on integrating calming strategies, mindfulness, coping skills, problem solving skills, and fostering independence.
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.
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.
Debbie Wilson
Professional Counselor Associate, MED/MHC, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111 (Online Only)
Today is the beginning of a new day. It takes courage to seek help. As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-A), I’m committed to providing a safe place for you to come and communicate about your emotions. As you travel through this journey in life, you are not alone. There is help available to help you accept, build, overcome, and achieve your goals. We will work together to build a trusting therapeutic relationship. You have come to the right place. I am committed to working with you, to improve your quality of life.
Today is the beginning of a new day. It takes courage to seek help. As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-A), I’m committed to providing a safe place for you to come and communicate about your emotions. As you travel through this journey in life, you are not alone. There is help available to help you accept, build, overcome, and achieve your goals. We will work together to build a trusting therapeutic relationship. You have come to the right place. I am committed to working with you, to improve your quality of life.
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.
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.
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
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.
Jenna Rose Alcaraz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Additionally, she has supported female-identifying individuals through women’s specific challenges for years.
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.
Additionally, she has supported female-identifying individuals through women’s specific challenges for years.
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.
Katherine Colty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111 (Online Only)
I currently have daytime availability Tuesday through Friday for Telehealth appointments. These are difficult times and we all need a safe place to express our feelings. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker. My mission is to aid clients in supportive theraputic interaction. I have been practicing in the field of Social Work since 1996. Having experience in the different facets of Social Work has allowed me to provide service to a vast population, as well as increased my knowledge and understanding of the challenges my clients face. My approach to therapy is primarily Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution Focued.
I currently have daytime availability Tuesday through Friday for Telehealth appointments. These are difficult times and we all need a safe place to express our feelings. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker. My mission is to aid clients in supportive theraputic interaction. I have been practicing in the field of Social Work since 1996. Having experience in the different facets of Social Work has allowed me to provide service to a vast population, as well as increased my knowledge and understanding of the challenges my clients face. My approach to therapy is primarily Cognitive Behavioral, and Solution Focued.
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If daily life often feels overwhelming, let's talk. My office is a comfortable and safe place where you and I can talk about what holds you back. If you want to strengthen your connection to yourself and others, I can help. Do you and your partner run into the same communication barriers over and over leaving you feeling hopeless? I utilize a method called Internal Family Systems to help you identify parts of you that may be getting in the way. By getting to know those parts of you, we can start you moving forward with confidence again.
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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.
Elisabeth Oldmixon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111 (Online Only)
Of course, sometimes life can be difficult. And sometimes life has been difficult all along, for some of us. Psychotherapy has the potential to not only address the difficulties that we experience, but also has the potential to help us find a way to integrate healing so that we may experience joy and vitality again - or maybe even for the first time. I am happy to work with individuals, families and couples who are interested in exploring and understanding how they may be able to heal wounds, create stability and forge new and meaningful paths and/or relationships in their lives.
Of course, sometimes life can be difficult. And sometimes life has been difficult all along, for some of us. Psychotherapy has the potential to not only address the difficulties that we experience, but also has the potential to help us find a way to integrate healing so that we may experience joy and vitality again - or maybe even for the first time. I am happy to work with individuals, families and couples who are interested in exploring and understanding how they may be able to heal wounds, create stability and forge new and meaningful paths and/or relationships in their lives.
You deserve to feel safe, supported, and, most importantly, heard. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by life’s demands and feel like no one is on your side. Depression, anxiety, and stress can make us feel as if there is nowhere else to go. Or we develop coping methods that are not aligned with our life goals. If pouring from an empty cup is no longer an option for you, then I commend you for taking the first step towards your new journey.
You deserve to feel safe, supported, and, most importantly, heard. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by life’s demands and feel like no one is on your side. Depression, anxiety, and stress can make us feel as if there is nowhere else to go. Or we develop coping methods that are not aligned with our life goals. If pouring from an empty cup is no longer an option for you, then I commend you for taking the first step towards your new journey.
Karen Gregaitis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC,, Coach
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111 (Online Only)
Coaching vs. Therapy: Unlike therapy, which centers on past traumas & problems; coaching is future-focused & goal-oriented. Karen's coaching compliments therapy while promoting balance & holistic development. She helps professionals who despite achievements & years of working on themselves, still lack life balance, financial freedom, good health, happy relationships & still feel unfulfilled. Worst of all, they find themselves without purpose, dissatisfied, overwhelmed & short on “me time”. Coaching with Karen is a journey which addresses all aspects of life for individuals who are in transition, working, or retired but want more.
Coaching vs. Therapy: Unlike therapy, which centers on past traumas & problems; coaching is future-focused & goal-oriented. Karen's coaching compliments therapy while promoting balance & holistic development. She helps professionals who despite achievements & years of working on themselves, still lack life balance, financial freedom, good health, happy relationships & still feel unfulfilled. Worst of all, they find themselves without purpose, dissatisfied, overwhelmed & short on “me time”. Coaching with Karen is a journey which addresses all aspects of life for individuals who are in transition, working, or retired but want more.
If you feel like some parts of your life aren’t going the way you’d like them to go, therapy in a warm, supportive, and professional environment may help you get things moving in the right direction. I enjoy working with college-age students and adults, and I work together with each client to create an individualized approach based on your unique goals, strengths, challenges, and preferences.
If you feel like some parts of your life aren’t going the way you’d like them to go, therapy in a warm, supportive, and professional environment may help you get things moving in the right direction. I enjoy working with college-age students and adults, and I work together with each client to create an individualized approach based on your unique goals, strengths, challenges, and preferences.
One can have the desire to change, but it’s the Courage to take the first step that produces change. You are making a Courageous decision today and I applaud you for that! Therapy is a collaborative effort where we continually take steps to identify and create the change one seeks. My goal as a clinical social worker is three-fold: 1. To help you attain clarity in the matters that negatively impact your life, and 2. To support you as we identify options for dealing with those matters and create the change.
One can have the desire to change, but it’s the Courage to take the first step that produces change. You are making a Courageous decision today and I applaud you for that! Therapy is a collaborative effort where we continually take steps to identify and create the change one seeks. My goal as a clinical social worker is three-fold: 1. To help you attain clarity in the matters that negatively impact your life, and 2. To support you as we identify options for dealing with those matters and create the change.
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.
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.
Alyssa Desroches
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Are you struggling to see your worth in this world, despite being an overachiever? You never let yourself off the hook at work, home, or both. You're also struggling to figure out how you even feel. There's no time in your busy day to even consider it. Most people look at you and think you have it all together, but on the inside you're screaming. You feel like there is a missing piece, but you just can't put your finger on it. I help motivated, insightful, and highly sensitive individuals and couples, like you, find the healing they have always deserved.
Are you struggling to see your worth in this world, despite being an overachiever? You never let yourself off the hook at work, home, or both. You're also struggling to figure out how you even feel. There's no time in your busy day to even consider it. Most people look at you and think you have it all together, but on the inside you're screaming. You feel like there is a missing piece, but you just can't put your finger on it. I help motivated, insightful, and highly sensitive individuals and couples, like you, find the healing they have always deserved.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.