Self-Harming Therapists in Newington, CT

Empowering individuals and families to better themselves through validation and empathy has always been a passion of mine for the past 18 years professionally. It is a journey to mental wellness. I view therapy as a partnership between client and therapist. Together, I want to help you cope with past traumas, decrease anxiety/depression and stabilize your mind to improve your quality of life. Through a relational/friendly style; I want you to experience nonjudgement & feel comfortable, respected, supported and appropriately challenged when needed. You are important; you can feel differently; you are not alone on this journey.

I treat trauma, PTSD, phobias, grief and loss, and anxiety disorders of all kinds, even OCD. I help people who are having challenges in their relationships; people who are struggling with depression or substance abuse; people who want to feel more confident, motivated, fulfilled, or connected; or who simply want to be more at peace in the world.

I dedicate myself to working with children, adolescents, adults, and families to help them create realistic goals and expectations for themselves. I focus on helping individuals with mental health and substance abuse troubles to help them meet their goals. Collaboration with family, friends, schools, and other providers is key to help in the therapeutic process and I'm dedicated to helping individuals with anything they wish to accomplish.

Let's face it...at times we all could benefit from a little therapy. However finding the right person to confide in can be just as a daunting of a task as admitting to ourselves that we could use some help. The hustle and bustle of life's demands takes its toll on us all in many different ways but that doesn't mean we have to continue letting it wear us down. If you're ready for positive change in your life and in the life of your loved ones then please continue reading...

As an LCSW, I am dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, couples and families to cope with daily challenges and transitions. I strive to help create a greater sense of overall peace, hope and self-awareness. It is my honor to be able to work with clients who are brave enough to show me into their world, so that I can help create and support better coping. I specialize in addressing complex trauma, anxiety and panic, depression, OCD, reactivity, addiction, problem sexual behaviors, and other life transitions. I also have a personal interest in working with the donor-conceived population, not parent expected and adoptees.

Whether you’re looking for support in better understanding yourself, navigating your healing journey, coping with your mental health, life’s transitions, trauma responses, relationships, self esteem or developing healthier coping skills, I'm here to help you reach your goals, create the future you envision for yourself, and ultimately thrive. I have a background in social work, serving diverse populations in school systems across CT and MA from pre-k all the way through higher education. I now offer therapeutic support to children, adolescents and young adults struggling with a range of social, emotional and behavioral challenges.

Starting therapy is not easy. But neither is living the life of disappointments and regrets. If you feel you are in a dead end, if your job is boring and ungratifying and the relationships are toxic or lack depth and zest, if you struggle with finding your place in this world or even question whether life is worth living, perhaps it is time to examine your life choices and remove the blocks that hold you from finding meaning, happiness, and purpose. I practice psychotherapy that is informed by the traditions of psychoanalysis and look at each individual in the context of this person's unique experiences and unique life story.

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.

**Now accepting new clients***Do you want to make changes but you're not sure where to start? Do you struggle with anxiety, depression or feeling overwhelmed? Do you desire to feel more connected in your relationships or are unsure how to deal with your child/teen? Therapy can be beneficial for individuals who are looking to improve their lives. We can provide strategies and skills to help you get on the path to progress. We provide a non-judgmental safe place for our clients to explore difficulties and enhance self-confidence in making strides towards reaching their goals.

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.

Ellie Mental Health in West Hartford, Connecticut isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfortable, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. Our lovely and amazing therapists see clients ages 3-end of life, and work with individuals, couples, and families.

I'm not currently accepting new clients at this time. Life sometimes takes us down a path that can be difficult, uneasy, and sometimes quite painful to deal with. Working together, we will create a safe, comfortable environment to help you walk down that path with a sense of hope that things can get better.