Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Portland, CT
Modalities that are incorporated in my practice include EMDR, CBT, DBT, Interpersonal and Psychoanalytic perspectives.
My name is Adam Sola, and I am the founder of Awakened Mental Health. My practice is an inclusive and judgement-free space where we will explore your holistic wellness through a trauma informed lens, utilizing a variety of modalities. My aim is to work together with you to build a safe and trusting partnership that empowers you to achieve your fullest potential in a way that is truly sustainable. I will always work to listen and learn your unique experience and work with you at your pace to address anything you decide is worth taking time to better understand and to work on. I am certified as an EMDR specialist.
Modalities that are incorporated in my practice include EMDR, CBT, DBT, Interpersonal and Psychoanalytic perspectives.
My name is Adam Sola, and I am the founder of Awakened Mental Health. My practice is an inclusive and judgement-free space where we will explore your holistic wellness through a trauma informed lens, utilizing a variety of modalities. My aim is to work together with you to build a safe and trusting partnership that empowers you to achieve your fullest potential in a way that is truly sustainable. I will always work to listen and learn your unique experience and work with you at your pace to address anything you decide is worth taking time to better understand and to work on. I am certified as an EMDR specialist.
Accepting new clients - please e-mail us for the quickest response! :) We are a team of five women who have unique strengths, areas of expertise, and experiences in life. Our focus is on building new skills, mending relationships, and self-care and compassion. The values we have in common are loving what we do, maintaining a positive work environment, and learning from and supporting one another. My hope is this spirit of growth and acceptance gets passed on to you when you come in for counseling! <3
Accepting new clients - please e-mail us for the quickest response! :) We are a team of five women who have unique strengths, areas of expertise, and experiences in life. Our focus is on building new skills, mending relationships, and self-care and compassion. The values we have in common are loving what we do, maintaining a positive work environment, and learning from and supporting one another. My hope is this spirit of growth and acceptance gets passed on to you when you come in for counseling! <3
Harita Seiderer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, CT 06480 (Online Only)
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ONLY VIA TELEHEALTH**I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in the Mental Health field. I have served all populations throughout the years, from young children to elderly, with all different types of challenges. I am certified in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and utilize an eclectic approach in my therapeutic interventions. I believe each individual is the expert of themselves and their lives. My job is primarily to guide you, utilizing a collaborative manner, into finding a place where you no longer feel stuck and ultimately feel happier and more content in your life.
**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ONLY VIA TELEHEALTH**I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in the Mental Health field. I have served all populations throughout the years, from young children to elderly, with all different types of challenges. I am certified in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and utilize an eclectic approach in my therapeutic interventions. I believe each individual is the expert of themselves and their lives. My job is primarily to guide you, utilizing a collaborative manner, into finding a place where you no longer feel stuck and ultimately feel happier and more content in your life.
Relationships can be difficult - AND profoundly rewarding. My years of professional and personal experience allow me to support you in negotiating transitions, milestones, traumas and losses. I specialize in helping you balance the needs of the family with the demands of the workplace and/or schooling. My goal is to partner with you to shift your struggle as a perceived burden to struggle as an opportunity for growth. I want to empower you to love yourself and your life again and show you how much influence you have on your emotional choices. My practice is strength based with a firm emphasis on the therapist/client relationship.
Relationships can be difficult - AND profoundly rewarding. My years of professional and personal experience allow me to support you in negotiating transitions, milestones, traumas and losses. I specialize in helping you balance the needs of the family with the demands of the workplace and/or schooling. My goal is to partner with you to shift your struggle as a perceived burden to struggle as an opportunity for growth. I want to empower you to love yourself and your life again and show you how much influence you have on your emotional choices. My practice is strength based with a firm emphasis on the therapist/client relationship.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with approximately twenty years experience providing professional clinical treatment to children, adolescents, adults and families. I have successfully engaged clients of all ages in a trusting therapeutic relationship and I am committed to establishing a collaborative relationship between the client and myself. My experience has given me a unique ability to connect to difficult children and adolescents. My goal is to help provide clinical insight and counseling resulting in effective changes for the clients I serve. I practice a goal oriented approach that involves the family.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with approximately twenty years experience providing professional clinical treatment to children, adolescents, adults and families. I have successfully engaged clients of all ages in a trusting therapeutic relationship and I am committed to establishing a collaborative relationship between the client and myself. My experience has given me a unique ability to connect to difficult children and adolescents. My goal is to help provide clinical insight and counseling resulting in effective changes for the clients I serve. I practice a goal oriented approach that involves the family.
We are currently taking new telehealth clients! Hi there! We are a small group practice housing several lovely clinicians with varying specialities. The one thing we all have in common is a passion for working with people to make life better. Please feel free to reach out to see if one of us could be a good fit for you, we look forward to hearing from you! To learn more about us individually, check out our website: https://www.middletowncounselingllc.org
We are currently taking new telehealth clients! Hi there! We are a small group practice housing several lovely clinicians with varying specialities. The one thing we all have in common is a passion for working with people to make life better. Please feel free to reach out to see if one of us could be a good fit for you, we look forward to hearing from you! To learn more about us individually, check out our website: https://www.middletowncounselingllc.org
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I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Accepting new clients I know that making the decision to find a person to speak with is an extremely personal and intimate one. Once this decision is made then comes the search to find the "right" person and this may not be an easy task. I want to reassure you that I understand this and strive to create a relaxed and welcoming environment. I feel the development of a trusting and respectful relationship between client and therapist is vital to the therapeutic process and is a primary goal in treatment. We will talk about your goals and how to use them as motivation in therapy. Then create a plan together to achieve them.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Accepting new clients I know that making the decision to find a person to speak with is an extremely personal and intimate one. Once this decision is made then comes the search to find the "right" person and this may not be an easy task. I want to reassure you that I understand this and strive to create a relaxed and welcoming environment. I feel the development of a trusting and respectful relationship between client and therapist is vital to the therapeutic process and is a primary goal in treatment. We will talk about your goals and how to use them as motivation in therapy. Then create a plan together to achieve them.
Allissa Tamiso
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middletown, CT 06457
While I am formally trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, it’s important to me to build a connection with you.
I’m Allissa Tamiso, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Central Connecticut State University. I know that you’re just trying to be happy, and it feels like happiness is harder than it should be. You see other people who seem to understand how to navigate life seamlessly, while you feel like you don’t quite get it, or that there are endless obstacles in your way. This is where our work begins. I have worked with folks struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues and life transitions.
While I am formally trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, it’s important to me to build a connection with you.
I’m Allissa Tamiso, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Central Connecticut State University. I know that you’re just trying to be happy, and it feels like happiness is harder than it should be. You see other people who seem to understand how to navigate life seamlessly, while you feel like you don’t quite get it, or that there are endless obstacles in your way. This is where our work begins. I have worked with folks struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD, ADHD, relationship issues and life transitions.
Rachael Pelletti
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Middletown, CT 06457 (Online Only)
I work from a variety of evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, choice theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT).
I’m Rachael, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. You’ve likely known for awhile that you’re needing some additional support. Sometimes it can take awhile to feel ready to take this first step. I want you to know that I’m here to match your pace and honor your unique needs and goals throughout treatment. We can figure it out together as we go. I specialize in addiction recovery and substance use disorders. I also love working with college students that are navigating various life transitions and relationships.
I work from a variety of evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, choice theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT).
I’m Rachael, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision. You’ve likely known for awhile that you’re needing some additional support. Sometimes it can take awhile to feel ready to take this first step. I want you to know that I’m here to match your pace and honor your unique needs and goals throughout treatment. We can figure it out together as we go. I specialize in addiction recovery and substance use disorders. I also love working with college students that are navigating various life transitions and relationships.
3 OFFICES: Milford, Middletown, & Shelton. I am a true believer in "shopping" around and finding a therapist that's "just your size"; good fit equals everything. I have 20 years experience in the field. My specialties are: Trauma, Addiction & Recovery, Teenagers, Couples & Parents. Experience with Addiction-all stages of; & family work; Divorce, co-parenting, step families, blended families, & reunification. I am a DBT oriented therapist & use recovery based techniques, and family systems methods.
3 OFFICES: Milford, Middletown, & Shelton. I am a true believer in "shopping" around and finding a therapist that's "just your size"; good fit equals everything. I have 20 years experience in the field. My specialties are: Trauma, Addiction & Recovery, Teenagers, Couples & Parents. Experience with Addiction-all stages of; & family work; Divorce, co-parenting, step families, blended families, & reunification. I am a DBT oriented therapist & use recovery based techniques, and family systems methods.
Rebecca Cote
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Cromwell, CT 06416 (Online Only)
Together, we will use therapy approaches that are proven to work! I provide both Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) informed treatment.
I am accepting new clients and provide therapy online. Do you feel emotions that are intense or long-lasting? Maybe you have challenges identifying emotions, or you may not feel any at all. We will work together to enhance your life by finding a balance between your emotions and behaviors. I have significant experience working with those that are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harm, and thoughts of suicide. My experience includes developing skills to manage challenging situations, family conflict, and parenting issues.
Together, we will use therapy approaches that are proven to work! I provide both Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) informed treatment.
I am accepting new clients and provide therapy online. Do you feel emotions that are intense or long-lasting? Maybe you have challenges identifying emotions, or you may not feel any at all. We will work together to enhance your life by finding a balance between your emotions and behaviors. I have significant experience working with those that are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harm, and thoughts of suicide. My experience includes developing skills to manage challenging situations, family conflict, and parenting issues.
Chelsea Poloski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Middletown, CT 06457
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize CBT and DBT in my work with clients while maintaining a strengths-based, client centered approach.
I believe in being real. I believe in being vulnerable. I believe the foundation for a successful therapy experience is engaging in an authentic & genuine relationship. I specialize in working with female adolescents and young adults as well as clients of the LGBTQIA+ community. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, body image challenges, sexuality and gender identity, as well as other behavioral health concerns.
I utilize CBT and DBT in my work with clients while maintaining a strengths-based, client centered approach.
I believe in being real. I believe in being vulnerable. I believe the foundation for a successful therapy experience is engaging in an authentic & genuine relationship. I specialize in working with female adolescents and young adults as well as clients of the LGBTQIA+ community. I have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-harm, body image challenges, sexuality and gender identity, as well as other behavioral health concerns.
Diana's preferred interventions to utilize are CBT, EMDR, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness approach, Self Compassion techniques, Attachment Based theory, and Existential therapy.
Diana is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), who also is EMDR trained. Diana received her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU). Diana has worked in various clinical settings, including addiction services, therapeutic in-home family services, and private practices. Diana’s primary focus is to work collaboratively with individuals seeking empowerment and resiliency from their traumatic experiences. This includes negative self-view, shame, trust issues and fear of vulnerability.
Diana's preferred interventions to utilize are CBT, EMDR, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness approach, Self Compassion techniques, Attachment Based theory, and Existential therapy.
Diana is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), who also is EMDR trained. Diana received her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU). Diana has worked in various clinical settings, including addiction services, therapeutic in-home family services, and private practices. Diana’s primary focus is to work collaboratively with individuals seeking empowerment and resiliency from their traumatic experiences. This includes negative self-view, shame, trust issues and fear of vulnerability.
Now Accepting New Patients! I specialize in treating people who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or desiring something better out of life. I have 20 years of experience treating people with depression, anxiety, and trauma as well as those struggling to have satisfying relationships with other people. I use a person-centered, psychodynamic approach during treatment. I have been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness.
Now Accepting New Patients! I specialize in treating people who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or desiring something better out of life. I have 20 years of experience treating people with depression, anxiety, and trauma as well as those struggling to have satisfying relationships with other people. I use a person-centered, psychodynamic approach during treatment. I have been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness.
Riverside Counseling and Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Middletown, CT 06457
I incorporate EMDR, DBT, CBT, MET, Reiki in my practice with people who have had a range of traumatic events.
Accepting New Clients- I specialize in EMDR Therapy/PTSD. Disturbing events from the past can negatively impact the present sometimes manifested by intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, nightmares, feelings of anger/anxiety, and overall reduction in optimal functioning. EMDR helps to process these memories, decreasing and ultimately neutralizing the emotional charge. It eliminates constant unpleasant reminders and rids us of continued negative messages tied to the memories. It is not possible to change what happened, but EMDR helps change how you feel related to past experiences to move forward with peace. I can help you with this.
I incorporate EMDR, DBT, CBT, MET, Reiki in my practice with people who have had a range of traumatic events.
Accepting New Clients- I specialize in EMDR Therapy/PTSD. Disturbing events from the past can negatively impact the present sometimes manifested by intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, nightmares, feelings of anger/anxiety, and overall reduction in optimal functioning. EMDR helps to process these memories, decreasing and ultimately neutralizing the emotional charge. It eliminates constant unpleasant reminders and rids us of continued negative messages tied to the memories. It is not possible to change what happened, but EMDR helps change how you feel related to past experiences to move forward with peace. I can help you with this.
Maegan Glover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middletown, CT 06457 (Online Only)
I’m Maegan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in navigating life transitions, emotion regulation challenges, and helping folks cultivate their sense of self worth. In addition to these specialties, I am also passionate about helping teens and young adults thrive and cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, learning to feel empowered, communication struggles, self-harm, relationship issues, improving self-love and more. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based practices into my therapeutic approach including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I’m Maegan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in navigating life transitions, emotion regulation challenges, and helping folks cultivate their sense of self worth. In addition to these specialties, I am also passionate about helping teens and young adults thrive and cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, learning to feel empowered, communication struggles, self-harm, relationship issues, improving self-love and more. I incorporate a variety of evidence-based practices into my therapeutic approach including CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Liz Lobotsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middletown, CT 06457 (Online Only)
I like to implement a combination of CBT and DBT-informed interventions to help my clients heal, break out of toxic patterns, and build rich and rewarding lives.
Hi, I’m Liz and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2021. Prior to that I worked in the mental health field for over a decade in various roles, including as a Recovery Support Specialist and case manager. I am comfortable working with people from all walks of life and look forward to helping people discover their wants, needs, and strengths. I recognize seeking help can be difficult, or even intimidating; and our day to day responsibilities often overshadow the important self-care needs we all have.
I like to implement a combination of CBT and DBT-informed interventions to help my clients heal, break out of toxic patterns, and build rich and rewarding lives.
Hi, I’m Liz and I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2021. Prior to that I worked in the mental health field for over a decade in various roles, including as a Recovery Support Specialist and case manager. I am comfortable working with people from all walks of life and look forward to helping people discover their wants, needs, and strengths. I recognize seeking help can be difficult, or even intimidating; and our day to day responsibilities often overshadow the important self-care needs we all have.
Kim Lynn Abram
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middletown, CT 06459
*currently accepting clients with day time availbility* Have you experienced trauma that has left you feeling a lack of control, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or incapable of actively engaging with your environment? Therapy should assist you in regaining a sense of control and allow you to develop the skills to reengage with your environment in a positive and hopeful manner. My goal is to provide a safe space to process your thoughts and learn effective skills to work through the memories and images you may experience on a daily basis.
*currently accepting clients with day time availbility* Have you experienced trauma that has left you feeling a lack of control, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or incapable of actively engaging with your environment? Therapy should assist you in regaining a sense of control and allow you to develop the skills to reengage with your environment in a positive and hopeful manner. My goal is to provide a safe space to process your thoughts and learn effective skills to work through the memories and images you may experience on a daily basis.
Connecticut Valley Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Middletown, CT 06457
**Not Accepting Patients At This Time** We all go through periods of emotional pain, the objective is to break the cycle of suffering which occurs when we use ineffective coping strategies. We cannot always control the events in our lives, we can learn how to manage our reactions to those experiences through developing a greater understanding of our motivations and defense mechanisms. Acceptance and growth is the process that will enable a clearer path to your ideal self and future goals. Let's develop an effective partnership so I may help you achieve your best self.
**Not Accepting Patients At This Time** We all go through periods of emotional pain, the objective is to break the cycle of suffering which occurs when we use ineffective coping strategies. We cannot always control the events in our lives, we can learn how to manage our reactions to those experiences through developing a greater understanding of our motivations and defense mechanisms. Acceptance and growth is the process that will enable a clearer path to your ideal self and future goals. Let's develop an effective partnership so I may help you achieve your best self.
As a strengths-based, compassion-focused, person-centered therapist, I see each client as an individual rather than a diagnosis, and strive to support them holistically using a wellness model of therapy. The beauty in therapy is that there is not a “one size fits all” approach, and as such, I utilize a variety of evidence-based practices in order to fit the unique needs of each client and the dynamics within the therapeutic relationship. I am committed to providing Health at Every Size (HAES), LGBTQ+ affirming, sex-positive, culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed care.
As a strengths-based, compassion-focused, person-centered therapist, I see each client as an individual rather than a diagnosis, and strive to support them holistically using a wellness model of therapy. The beauty in therapy is that there is not a “one size fits all” approach, and as such, I utilize a variety of evidence-based practices in order to fit the unique needs of each client and the dynamics within the therapeutic relationship. I am committed to providing Health at Every Size (HAES), LGBTQ+ affirming, sex-positive, culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed care.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.