Self-Harming Therapists in Simsbury, CT
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The Mindful Parent Child & Family Therapy LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Simsbury, CT 06070
What is a “mindful parent,” exactly? A mindful parent is the one that asks: how do I know that what I am doing is preparing my child mentally and emotionally for an increasingly complex future? How do I optimize the relationship I have with them right now to better ensure they become an adult that is empowered not entitled, self-reliant and compassionate, curious, and competent in a world of increasing artifice? Those are great questions and, luckily, we have the answers. Developmental research has identified ways you can enhance the parent-child relationship to prepare your child for a more secure, autonomous adulthood.
What is a “mindful parent,” exactly? A mindful parent is the one that asks: how do I know that what I am doing is preparing my child mentally and emotionally for an increasingly complex future? How do I optimize the relationship I have with them right now to better ensure they become an adult that is empowered not entitled, self-reliant and compassionate, curious, and competent in a world of increasing artifice? Those are great questions and, luckily, we have the answers. Developmental research has identified ways you can enhance the parent-child relationship to prepare your child for a more secure, autonomous adulthood.
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Sageness Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PsyD
Verified Verified
Simsbury, CT 06070
Hi there, I'm Nataly Lapin, a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and complex family dynamics, all aimed at improving your quality of life. I'm here to support you every step of the way, and I'm excited to start this journey with you!
Hi there, I'm Nataly Lapin, a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and complex family dynamics, all aimed at improving your quality of life. I'm here to support you every step of the way, and I'm excited to start this journey with you!
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Johanna Limmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Simsbury, CT 06070 (Online Only)
Johanna believes in change. Her therapy is not just talking; it is working with you to achieve your goals and see results. Johanna has expertise working with anxiety, mood, and personality disorders. She also has many years working with clients struggling with disordered eating behaviors. Johanna has been trained in various methods to address trauma and the impact of trauma on clients' lives. Also, Johanna is licensed in several states, which allow clients to continue their therapy journey if you are a college student or need to travel for work.
Johanna believes in change. Her therapy is not just talking; it is working with you to achieve your goals and see results. Johanna has expertise working with anxiety, mood, and personality disorders. She also has many years working with clients struggling with disordered eating behaviors. Johanna has been trained in various methods to address trauma and the impact of trauma on clients' lives. Also, Johanna is licensed in several states, which allow clients to continue their therapy journey if you are a college student or need to travel for work.
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Kensey Rhodes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, C-DBT, CCTP-ll
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Simsbury, CT 06070
Waitlist for new clients
Anxiety, negative thoughts, and feelings of disconnection can prevent you from living the life you envision for yourself and deserve. My practice is built upon an idea from Ram Dass stating "we are all just walking each other home". I believe that we were not meant to live a life of solitude, and that having someone in your corner as you navigate life's challenges is crucial for success. Through genuine curiosity, radical acceptance, and a healthy dose of humor, we can write a powerful story of self-acceptance and harmony for your life. You can expect our sessions to feel warm and engaging as we work toward your personal goals.
Anxiety, negative thoughts, and feelings of disconnection can prevent you from living the life you envision for yourself and deserve. My practice is built upon an idea from Ram Dass stating "we are all just walking each other home". I believe that we were not meant to live a life of solitude, and that having someone in your corner as you navigate life's challenges is crucial for success. Through genuine curiosity, radical acceptance, and a healthy dose of humor, we can write a powerful story of self-acceptance and harmony for your life. You can expect our sessions to feel warm and engaging as we work toward your personal goals.
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As a Psychologist, for 20 years I have enjoyed working with adults, adolescents, couples and families. Over the years I have learned that the single most important aspect to productive therapy is having a trusting, empathic connection with your therapist. Additionally, it is important that your therapist is highly skilled, appropriately trained and experienced. Finding the right therapist is very important, therefore I always encourage people to investigate several options in order to find that supportive, genuine and safe connection that is right for them. Given that belief, I would be happy to be interviewed by you.
As a Psychologist, for 20 years I have enjoyed working with adults, adolescents, couples and families. Over the years I have learned that the single most important aspect to productive therapy is having a trusting, empathic connection with your therapist. Additionally, it is important that your therapist is highly skilled, appropriately trained and experienced. Finding the right therapist is very important, therefore I always encourage people to investigate several options in order to find that supportive, genuine and safe connection that is right for them. Given that belief, I would be happy to be interviewed by you.
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Christine Noelle Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, JD, BCBA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Simsbury, CT 06070
Do you or your child compare yourself to others who appear to have it all and end up feeling bad about yourself? Have you or your child been bullied and as a result have deep wounds and low self-esteem? Are you or your child socially awkward and have trouble making friends or feel like you never really fit in? I can help. I offer a safe and comfortable space to talk about what is getting in the way of you living a happy and fulfilling life. I can help you find alternative ways of looking at situations, identify your triggers for negative emotions and teach you specific skills that you can apply immediately. You are not alone.
Do you or your child compare yourself to others who appear to have it all and end up feeling bad about yourself? Have you or your child been bullied and as a result have deep wounds and low self-esteem? Are you or your child socially awkward and have trouble making friends or feel like you never really fit in? I can help. I offer a safe and comfortable space to talk about what is getting in the way of you living a happy and fulfilling life. I can help you find alternative ways of looking at situations, identify your triggers for negative emotions and teach you specific skills that you can apply immediately. You are not alone.
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Kelly W Mays
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
Simsbury, CT 06070 (Online Only)
I offer remote tele-health and video therapy sessions to anyone seeking mental health support. I earned my MA in Clinical Psychology from the University of Hartford following earning a BA in Psychology, minoring in Women's Studies, from Uconn. I served at York Correctional Maximum Security Prison as a Post Graduate Clinical Intern. I worked as an IICAPS clinician following graduation. I am now working as an Outpatient Clinician serving clients of varying ages and clinical needs. I take the trust my clients offer very seriously and I only take a limited amount of clients ensuring I can give the best care possible.
I offer remote tele-health and video therapy sessions to anyone seeking mental health support. I earned my MA in Clinical Psychology from the University of Hartford following earning a BA in Psychology, minoring in Women's Studies, from Uconn. I served at York Correctional Maximum Security Prison as a Post Graduate Clinical Intern. I worked as an IICAPS clinician following graduation. I am now working as an Outpatient Clinician serving clients of varying ages and clinical needs. I take the trust my clients offer very seriously and I only take a limited amount of clients ensuring I can give the best care possible.
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My name is Dr. Iwona K. Horelik. I’m a psychologist who works with children and adolescents. I support kids with a variety of struggles, and focus primarily on anxiety and selective mutism. My approach is eclectic, which means that I choose interventions based on the unique needs of each child and family. Especially with younger children, I believe in working closely with parents. I understand the way the school system works and I collaborate with many local professionals.
My name is Dr. Iwona K. Horelik. I’m a psychologist who works with children and adolescents. I support kids with a variety of struggles, and focus primarily on anxiety and selective mutism. My approach is eclectic, which means that I choose interventions based on the unique needs of each child and family. Especially with younger children, I believe in working closely with parents. I understand the way the school system works and I collaborate with many local professionals.
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Irene J Drebot
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MEd
Verified Verified
Simsbury, CT 06070 (Online Only)
There is help and no one should struggle alone. Depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, can leave one feeling hopeless. I provide professional, compassionate treatment to help individuals, couples and families develop strategies to understand, relieve, and help overcome relationship issues and emotional stress. I can help you gently let go of old self-limiting beliefs in a comfortable, private setting with no embarrassment. The path toward greater self-care, confidence and living a "brighter day" begins when you take the first, courageous step and call me, Irene Drebot, LMFT at 860-422-0371. Work with a licensed professional that you can trust!
There is help and no one should struggle alone. Depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting issues, can leave one feeling hopeless. I provide professional, compassionate treatment to help individuals, couples and families develop strategies to understand, relieve, and help overcome relationship issues and emotional stress. I can help you gently let go of old self-limiting beliefs in a comfortable, private setting with no embarrassment. The path toward greater self-care, confidence and living a "brighter day" begins when you take the first, courageous step and call me, Irene Drebot, LMFT at 860-422-0371. Work with a licensed professional that you can trust!
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Accepting Self pay or Medicaid/ Husky insurance ASAP! Therapy that fits YOUR schedule. Flexible scheduling, short notice and weekend availability. Therapy can be the place to look at the things that are not working and build on the things that are working. I offer a safe and secure environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. You deserve to be your happy self, let's get you back there!
Accepting Self pay or Medicaid/ Husky insurance ASAP! Therapy that fits YOUR schedule. Flexible scheduling, short notice and weekend availability. Therapy can be the place to look at the things that are not working and build on the things that are working. I offer a safe and secure environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. You deserve to be your happy self, let's get you back there!
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified mindfulness teacher. I completed my M.S. and Ph.D. at the University of Miami, my predoctoral clinical internship at the Yale University School of Medicine and my postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School/VA Boston Healthcare System.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified mindfulness teacher. I completed my M.S. and Ph.D. at the University of Miami, my predoctoral clinical internship at the Yale University School of Medicine and my postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School/VA Boston Healthcare System.
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Gina Chiara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Simsbury, CT 06070
Not accepting new clients
A strong and trusting client-therapist relationship is the key to successful therapy. My clients tell me I am non-judgmental, trustworthy and have helped them tremendously. I am sensitive to people's unique personalities, stressors and pace, so I work according to your needs. I have a lot of experience working with people who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self- esteem, distractibility, phobias and obsessions. These symptoms are often the result of negative or traumatic experiences which, can rewire the brain, making it hard to cope.
A strong and trusting client-therapist relationship is the key to successful therapy. My clients tell me I am non-judgmental, trustworthy and have helped them tremendously. I am sensitive to people's unique personalities, stressors and pace, so I work according to your needs. I have a lot of experience working with people who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self- esteem, distractibility, phobias and obsessions. These symptoms are often the result of negative or traumatic experiences which, can rewire the brain, making it hard to cope.
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Jacqueline Mott
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Simsbury, CT 06070
Not accepting new clients
Come in and talk in a relaxed, private setting about anything that is weighing on your mind and holding you back from the life you deserve. We'll work together on real strategies for coping with and resolving your unique issues.
Come in and talk in a relaxed, private setting about anything that is weighing on your mind and holding you back from the life you deserve. We'll work together on real strategies for coping with and resolving your unique issues.
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Frustrated with traditional 45-minutes-a-week talk therapy? Tired of therapists who just ask "What do you want to talk about today?" - I specialize in 3-HOUR SESSIONS helping you achieve up to 3 month's worth of therapy in each session. 3-HOUR SESSIONS give you enough time to get to the root and core, break through emotional walls and leave each session with less baggage than you came in with.
Frustrated with traditional 45-minutes-a-week talk therapy? Tired of therapists who just ask "What do you want to talk about today?" - I specialize in 3-HOUR SESSIONS helping you achieve up to 3 month's worth of therapy in each session. 3-HOUR SESSIONS give you enough time to get to the root and core, break through emotional walls and leave each session with less baggage than you came in with.
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I am a Supervisor and Training Faculty at one of the top Cognitive behavioral Institutes in the world. and have trained with expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapists in their fields. My expertise is in all aspects of anxiety such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Eating Disorders, Conversion and psychogenic disorders as well as depression. Making a correct diagnosis is a strength I developed working inpatient. My style is genuine, supportive, empathic and directive. There is often little need to delve into the past as current thinking and behaviors maintain the dysfunction in life.
I am a Supervisor and Training Faculty at one of the top Cognitive behavioral Institutes in the world. and have trained with expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapists in their fields. My expertise is in all aspects of anxiety such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Eating Disorders, Conversion and psychogenic disorders as well as depression. Making a correct diagnosis is a strength I developed working inpatient. My style is genuine, supportive, empathic and directive. There is often little need to delve into the past as current thinking and behaviors maintain the dysfunction in life.
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The best way to find about me is to check out my web site, dr-rick.com. There, you'll get a good sense of my perspective and how I view life's challenges and opportunities. Don't miss the "blum-blog." My style of practice is ideal for people who want real change in their lives, who expect that their therapist knows how to achieve this, and who are eager to learn about themselves in order to make it happen. The best approach includes our becoming a team, each bringing our part to the adventure.
The best way to find about me is to check out my web site, dr-rick.com. There, you'll get a good sense of my perspective and how I view life's challenges and opportunities. Don't miss the "blum-blog." My style of practice is ideal for people who want real change in their lives, who expect that their therapist knows how to achieve this, and who are eager to learn about themselves in order to make it happen. The best approach includes our becoming a team, each bringing our part to the adventure.
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Kathleen Cairns, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist, hypnotherapist, and author of "The Psychotherapy Workbook","The Bald & The Beautiful: Surviving Breast Cancer, self-hypnosis audio tape "Breathe... As If Your Life Depended On It.," and lithographic greeting cards "Kathleen's Condolences." Her weekly column LIFE GOES ON can be read in her website. She is also frequently interviewed for the internet, magazines, and books regarding today’s social issues. Kathleen works with anxiety, depression,bipolar, addictions, sexual abuse, relationship issues, stress, grief, death, adolescents, and couples.
Kathleen Cairns, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist, hypnotherapist, and author of "The Psychotherapy Workbook","The Bald & The Beautiful: Surviving Breast Cancer, self-hypnosis audio tape "Breathe... As If Your Life Depended On It.," and lithographic greeting cards "Kathleen's Condolences." Her weekly column LIFE GOES ON can be read in her website. She is also frequently interviewed for the internet, magazines, and books regarding today’s social issues. Kathleen works with anxiety, depression,bipolar, addictions, sexual abuse, relationship issues, stress, grief, death, adolescents, and couples.
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Nicole Michaud
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Simsbury, CT 06070 (Online Only)
When you make the decision to seek therapy, I believe it is important to find a therapist that makes you feel valued, safe and understood. As a therapist I seek to build a positive therapeutic partnership with you to restore emotional well-being, build strengths, and help you realize your path to achieve your unique goals. I will work carefully and conscientiously to create a therapeutic experience that allows self-discovery, healing and growth to occur.
When you make the decision to seek therapy, I believe it is important to find a therapist that makes you feel valued, safe and understood. As a therapist I seek to build a positive therapeutic partnership with you to restore emotional well-being, build strengths, and help you realize your path to achieve your unique goals. I will work carefully and conscientiously to create a therapeutic experience that allows self-discovery, healing and growth to occur.
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Lauren Arteaga, LCSW: True North Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Simsbury, CT 06070 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Lauren. Listen, we all have our own "stuff" that can impact how we navigate this world. Sometimes it's complicated. Sometimes it's painful. Sometimes it gets in the way of living a fulfilling, satisfying life. Whatever your "stuff" may be, I'm here to support you. Stress is tough; life is complex. No matter what you've got going on, I am not here to judge you. Whether you're ready to dive into therapy or are feeling a little bit hesitant, I want to make the process worth it.
Hi! I'm Lauren. Listen, we all have our own "stuff" that can impact how we navigate this world. Sometimes it's complicated. Sometimes it's painful. Sometimes it gets in the way of living a fulfilling, satisfying life. Whatever your "stuff" may be, I'm here to support you. Stress is tough; life is complex. No matter what you've got going on, I am not here to judge you. Whether you're ready to dive into therapy or are feeling a little bit hesitant, I want to make the process worth it.
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I have experience with working with children as young as 3, families, adolescents and adults. I have worked extensively with families involved in the DCF system. I've worked with individuals with special needs and adolescent and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, mood disorders and PTSD, across the State of Connecticut , and within a group home setting, and I hold a certification in TF-CBT. I enjoy being creative and assisting my clients in building coping skills, and I feel very lucky to work with each client that I meet. I also enjoy facilitating groups and am a certified Mental Health First Aid instructor.
I have experience with working with children as young as 3, families, adolescents and adults. I have worked extensively with families involved in the DCF system. I've worked with individuals with special needs and adolescent and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, mood disorders and PTSD, across the State of Connecticut , and within a group home setting, and I hold a certification in TF-CBT. I enjoy being creative and assisting my clients in building coping skills, and I feel very lucky to work with each client that I meet. I also enjoy facilitating groups and am a certified Mental Health First Aid instructor.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.