Codependency Therapists in Unionville, CT

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Connie Dufresne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Unionville, CT 06085
Accepting new clients. I have over 18 years of therapeutic experience working with individuals and families. The cornerstone of my treatment style focuses on a strength based approach to support you as you examine the factors that have contribute to life stressors. I work to support you & your loved ones to develop healthy coping skills to implement. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, family conflict, trauma, school based issues or social conflict together we can develop new strategies to cope with these stressors. Together we examine negative patterns in your life to begin your journey of healing.
Accepting new clients. I have over 18 years of therapeutic experience working with individuals and families. The cornerstone of my treatment style focuses on a strength based approach to support you as you examine the factors that have contribute to life stressors. I work to support you & your loved ones to develop healthy coping skills to implement. If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, family conflict, trauma, school based issues or social conflict together we can develop new strategies to cope with these stressors. Together we examine negative patterns in your life to begin your journey of healing.
(860) 910-4669 View (860) 910-4669
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Brendan O'Connor
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Unionville, CT 06085
Life's struggles can come in so many forms - depression, anxiety, grief, mania, frustration, and anger - to name a few. We all need support to help understand, make sense of what has happened, be able to move forward, and to grow. Therapy with me is a collaborative approach where we seek to understand your full experience, to shine a gentle and understanding light on the most difficult aspects of what it means to be you.
Life's struggles can come in so many forms - depression, anxiety, grief, mania, frustration, and anger - to name a few. We all need support to help understand, make sense of what has happened, be able to move forward, and to grow. Therapy with me is a collaborative approach where we seek to understand your full experience, to shine a gentle and understanding light on the most difficult aspects of what it means to be you.
(860) 238-3748 View (860) 238-3748
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Activate Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Unionville, CT 06085
Welcome. Do you need a safe space to talk about what you're going through? A space to discuss what is challenging, confusing, upsetting, disconnecting, or distressing? Besides being seen, heard, and understood, therapy can be a space where you can work on your "stuff". This may be addressing your past; building healthier relationships; managing stress from the outside world; adjusting to difficult changes; increasing self-confidence; finding healthier lifestyles; as well as learning coping and wellness skills.
Welcome. Do you need a safe space to talk about what you're going through? A space to discuss what is challenging, confusing, upsetting, disconnecting, or distressing? Besides being seen, heard, and understood, therapy can be a space where you can work on your "stuff". This may be addressing your past; building healthier relationships; managing stress from the outside world; adjusting to difficult changes; increasing self-confidence; finding healthier lifestyles; as well as learning coping and wellness skills.
(959) 265-0617 View (959) 265-0617
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Emily Kokas
Professional Counselor Associate , LPC-A
Verified Verified
Unionville, CT 06085
I am a dedicated LPC-A with a rich background in supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. Before joining the team at Held Center for Healing, I gained valuable experience in community mental health and the school system, where I had the privilege of working with neurodivergent individuals to help them achieve both their mental health and functional life goals. Through these experiences, I developed a deep passion for supporting those facing challenges and have grown to specialize in depression, ADHD, and PTSD. My goal is to empower clients to unlock their full potential and become the best versions of themselves.
I am a dedicated LPC-A with a rich background in supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. Before joining the team at Held Center for Healing, I gained valuable experience in community mental health and the school system, where I had the privilege of working with neurodivergent individuals to help them achieve both their mental health and functional life goals. Through these experiences, I developed a deep passion for supporting those facing challenges and have grown to specialize in depression, ADHD, and PTSD. My goal is to empower clients to unlock their full potential and become the best versions of themselves.
(860) 785-9183 View (860) 785-9183

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Melissa Rahming
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Canton, CT 06019
I provide support, education, and assistance to individuals who are struggling with substance abuse, gaming and Internet addiction to name a few. I also work with families and loved ones to offer education about addiction and recovery, how to create healthy boundaries, establishing effective communication, and how to take care of yourself during this process of healing. It's important to meet my clients where they are in their journey and create a nonjudgmental and positive environment to promote empowerment within each individual. Areas of focus may include relapse prevention, shame and guilt, codependency issues and goal setting.
I provide support, education, and assistance to individuals who are struggling with substance abuse, gaming and Internet addiction to name a few. I also work with families and loved ones to offer education about addiction and recovery, how to create healthy boundaries, establishing effective communication, and how to take care of yourself during this process of healing. It's important to meet my clients where they are in their journey and create a nonjudgmental and positive environment to promote empowerment within each individual. Areas of focus may include relapse prevention, shame and guilt, codependency issues and goal setting.
(860) 775-6871 View (860) 775-6871
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Jocelyn Flores
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Simsbury, CT 06070  (Online Only)
Are you a woman navigating the twists and turns of life, seeking to boost your confidence, enhance self-esteem, decrease stress, finally leave depression and codependency behind and build healthier relationships? Whatever new challenge you are faced with, you are not alone, and I would love to work with you! I enjoy using a strengths-based approach to work with clients on overcoming what is holding them back.
Are you a woman navigating the twists and turns of life, seeking to boost your confidence, enhance self-esteem, decrease stress, finally leave depression and codependency behind and build healthier relationships? Whatever new challenge you are faced with, you are not alone, and I would love to work with you! I enjoy using a strengths-based approach to work with clients on overcoming what is holding them back.
(860) 813-6683 View (860) 813-6683
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Yajahira Mendez-Johnson
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
I have multiple speciality areas including, abuse, addiction, codependency, trauma, behavioral need and co-occurring disorders. I utilize treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused, solution focused brief therapy, DBT and motivational interviewing. In addition, I have also trained as a circle of security facilitator in both Spanish and English. My main focus is to utilize all my training and professional experience to provide you with safe opportunities to discover your strengths in a way that's personal and effective to you and your needs.
I have multiple speciality areas including, abuse, addiction, codependency, trauma, behavioral need and co-occurring disorders. I utilize treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused, solution focused brief therapy, DBT and motivational interviewing. In addition, I have also trained as a circle of security facilitator in both Spanish and English. My main focus is to utilize all my training and professional experience to provide you with safe opportunities to discover your strengths in a way that's personal and effective to you and your needs.
(860) 969-2694 View (860) 969-2694
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Briggitte P Brown Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Britain, CT 06051
Hello I am Briggitte Brown, a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who is fluent in English and Spanish. I am a certified EMDR therapist. I have over 15 yrs of experience in social work with a focus in Trauma. I also provide clinical AND/OR spiritual support. I want to support your process, so you can overcome the struggles you are facing. I work with individuals, couples, who have issues, such as trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, codependency and communication barriers. I believe with treatment, and a strong support system, you can overcome any types of barriers.I am here to hold space for your healing.
Hello I am Briggitte Brown, a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who is fluent in English and Spanish. I am a certified EMDR therapist. I have over 15 yrs of experience in social work with a focus in Trauma. I also provide clinical AND/OR spiritual support. I want to support your process, so you can overcome the struggles you are facing. I work with individuals, couples, who have issues, such as trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, codependency and communication barriers. I believe with treatment, and a strong support system, you can overcome any types of barriers.I am here to hold space for your healing.
(860) 407-5672 View (860) 407-5672
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Dr. Jennifer Jondreau Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Avon, CT 06001
Every individual carries a unique story shaped by their life experiences. These experiences, while often enriching, can sometimes be painful. We may grapple with broken relationships that we invested so much effort to preserve. Many struggle with self-image, feeling a sense of disdain for the person they see in the mirror. It’s common to compare our perceived shortcomings with others who seem to navigate life effortlessly, leading to feelings of inadequacy. It can feel like a series of disappointing chapters that weigh heavily on our hearts.
Every individual carries a unique story shaped by their life experiences. These experiences, while often enriching, can sometimes be painful. We may grapple with broken relationships that we invested so much effort to preserve. Many struggle with self-image, feeling a sense of disdain for the person they see in the mirror. It’s common to compare our perceived shortcomings with others who seem to navigate life effortlessly, leading to feelings of inadequacy. It can feel like a series of disappointing chapters that weigh heavily on our hearts.
(860) 920-5565 View (860) 920-5565
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Tatum Wrobel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plainville, CT 06062
If you are a woman who is struggling with self worth, self esteem, creating healthy boundaries, creating balance in her relationship, you are a woman who would work well with me. I specialize in working with women who want to be in control of their own lives but struggle to get out of their own way. Women are taught at a young age that they must care take, not disappoint and put themselves last. I work with women to unlearn those deep seeded narratives and create new ones. Learn to create healthy boundaries and build a life they feel completely unapologetic about. no longer trapped in fear, shame and guilt. I also offer coaching.
If you are a woman who is struggling with self worth, self esteem, creating healthy boundaries, creating balance in her relationship, you are a woman who would work well with me. I specialize in working with women who want to be in control of their own lives but struggle to get out of their own way. Women are taught at a young age that they must care take, not disappoint and put themselves last. I work with women to unlearn those deep seeded narratives and create new ones. Learn to create healthy boundaries and build a life they feel completely unapologetic about. no longer trapped in fear, shame and guilt. I also offer coaching.
(860) 787-5181 View (860) 787-5181
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Jerry Gaura
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Collinsville, CT 06019
I am a relationship specialist. Whether it's an affair, broken communication, lost intimacy, safety, or trust, or simply a desire to improve your connection, I help couple's find a path to get there. One of the bigger challenges of modern couple’s therapy is translating what happens in the therapy office to home. Inspired therapy doesn’t often equal change, it offers fleeting insights. Giving couples the tools to take home and transfrom their relationship, is the real work. I’ve developed an effective process to deliver those tools, and then nurture it with skill building. I also offer post-divorce and couples recovery counseling.
I am a relationship specialist. Whether it's an affair, broken communication, lost intimacy, safety, or trust, or simply a desire to improve your connection, I help couple's find a path to get there. One of the bigger challenges of modern couple’s therapy is translating what happens in the therapy office to home. Inspired therapy doesn’t often equal change, it offers fleeting insights. Giving couples the tools to take home and transfrom their relationship, is the real work. I’ve developed an effective process to deliver those tools, and then nurture it with skill building. I also offer post-divorce and couples recovery counseling.
(860) 254-7115 View (860) 254-7115
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Mimi Akhand
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06110  (Online Only)
Life has its ebbs & flows, and I am here to provide compassionate and grounded support & guidance through it all. My approach is rooted in empowering you and emphasizing the mind, body, soul connection. I draw upon various therapeutic models, tailoring them to meet the unique needs of my clients. I am dedicated to helping you process & heal through difficult experiences and emotions of your past and present. Together, we can work towards creating a more authentic & fulfilling life. We will work together to identify practical changes that can lead to meaningful and long term progress.
Life has its ebbs & flows, and I am here to provide compassionate and grounded support & guidance through it all. My approach is rooted in empowering you and emphasizing the mind, body, soul connection. I draw upon various therapeutic models, tailoring them to meet the unique needs of my clients. I am dedicated to helping you process & heal through difficult experiences and emotions of your past and present. Together, we can work towards creating a more authentic & fulfilling life. We will work together to identify practical changes that can lead to meaningful and long term progress.
(860) 854-7659 View (860) 854-7659
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Danielle Morgan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
New Britain, CT 06052
I am dedicated and loyal to the clients I serve. There are a multitude of issues for whom someone might come to me for assistance; marital/family conflict, work stress, changes in mood, depression, anxiety, self esteem, life transitions, growing up and growing older. Sometimes early events including trauma and attachment issues manifest in later relationships, impacting your ability to relate as a partner, a parent, a sibling, family member or a co-worker. I can help empower you and strengthen your ability to make positive choices that bring you inner peace.
I am dedicated and loyal to the clients I serve. There are a multitude of issues for whom someone might come to me for assistance; marital/family conflict, work stress, changes in mood, depression, anxiety, self esteem, life transitions, growing up and growing older. Sometimes early events including trauma and attachment issues manifest in later relationships, impacting your ability to relate as a partner, a parent, a sibling, family member or a co-worker. I can help empower you and strengthen your ability to make positive choices that bring you inner peace.
(959) 265-0922 View (959) 265-0922
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Rachel Bulinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Southington, CT 06489  (Online Only)
As a therapist, my primary focus is to help adults who are grappling with depression, anxiety, shame, substance use recovery, and emotional trauma. I am PSI trained in perinatal mental health, and have a special interest in working with Mommas with lactation/feeding challenges. These challenges can be immensely difficult to face alone, and my goal is to offer you a supportive and healing space. We will work together to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself through the cultivation of self awareness, self acceptance, and taking back control of your own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
As a therapist, my primary focus is to help adults who are grappling with depression, anxiety, shame, substance use recovery, and emotional trauma. I am PSI trained in perinatal mental health, and have a special interest in working with Mommas with lactation/feeding challenges. These challenges can be immensely difficult to face alone, and my goal is to offer you a supportive and healing space. We will work together to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself through the cultivation of self awareness, self acceptance, and taking back control of your own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
(860) 492-6889 View (860) 492-6889
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Natalie McAlister
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06030  (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed, overworked, under appreciated or at your wit's end? Perhaps your current coping mechanisms aren't working so well or are creating tension in your intimate relationships? I believe the answers to your problems lie within you and through talking and exploring your emotions and reactions, we can construct solutions that can enhance your life. (Exclusively telehealth at this time.)
Do you feel overwhelmed, overworked, under appreciated or at your wit's end? Perhaps your current coping mechanisms aren't working so well or are creating tension in your intimate relationships? I believe the answers to your problems lie within you and through talking and exploring your emotions and reactions, we can construct solutions that can enhance your life. (Exclusively telehealth at this time.)
(203) 689-0813 View (203) 689-0813
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Karina Kuszewska
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010  (Online Only)
My name is Karina Kuszewska and I am a bilingual psychotherapist (English and Polish) who utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities and skills to address a wide range of mental health concerns and to meet the unique needs of my clients. I hold several relevant certifications, including Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified Clinical Anxiety Professional, which complement my educational background and clinical skills.
My name is Karina Kuszewska and I am a bilingual psychotherapist (English and Polish) who utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities and skills to address a wide range of mental health concerns and to meet the unique needs of my clients. I hold several relevant certifications, including Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and Certified Clinical Anxiety Professional, which complement my educational background and clinical skills.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Sharon E. Cutts, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newington, CT 06111
Hello. Congratulations on taking this step. My approach focuses on using and developing client strengths to address whatever is concerning you at this time. It might be a phase of life issue, depression, anxiety, ADHD or trauma. You might be working through issues related to gender or sexuality . I am experienced in working with individuals, couples and families from many backgrounds. I have a practical, insight-oriented approach, so please contact me to find out if I can assist you in meeting your goals. I look forward to working with you.
Hello. Congratulations on taking this step. My approach focuses on using and developing client strengths to address whatever is concerning you at this time. It might be a phase of life issue, depression, anxiety, ADHD or trauma. You might be working through issues related to gender or sexuality . I am experienced in working with individuals, couples and families from many backgrounds. I have a practical, insight-oriented approach, so please contact me to find out if I can assist you in meeting your goals. I look forward to working with you.
(860) 308-1956 View (860) 308-1956
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Chris Napolitano
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107
I bring 25 years of diverse experience as a therapist working with individuals, couples and families providing treatment for a wide array of mental health issues. I am a humanist by nature-the therapy I practice is grounded in the belief that each of us possess the necessary resources within ourselves to attain contentment and a sense of well-being. Whether your struggles are individual in nature, or you are part of a dysfunctional couple or family relational dynamic, I am well equipped to assist in bringing problems to resolution and healing.
I bring 25 years of diverse experience as a therapist working with individuals, couples and families providing treatment for a wide array of mental health issues. I am a humanist by nature-the therapy I practice is grounded in the belief that each of us possess the necessary resources within ourselves to attain contentment and a sense of well-being. Whether your struggles are individual in nature, or you are part of a dysfunctional couple or family relational dynamic, I am well equipped to assist in bringing problems to resolution and healing.
(860) 787-0454 View (860) 787-0454
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Green Lotus Creative Healing Center LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Newington, CT 06111
Accepting New Clients! Welcome to the Green Lotus and moving toward making a positive change! The Green Lotus provides art therapy and counseling services to individuals and families. We at the Green Lotus provide services to all age ranges and diversities. As a small, woman owned, private practice, we see people who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, trauma, work and home stressors, and perinatal concerns, such as infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. All of us at the Green Lotus are Art Therapists and pride ourselves on offering an alternative to traditional talk therapy.
Accepting New Clients! Welcome to the Green Lotus and moving toward making a positive change! The Green Lotus provides art therapy and counseling services to individuals and families. We at the Green Lotus provide services to all age ranges and diversities. As a small, woman owned, private practice, we see people who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationships, trauma, work and home stressors, and perinatal concerns, such as infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. All of us at the Green Lotus are Art Therapists and pride ourselves on offering an alternative to traditional talk therapy.
(860) 879-3558 View (860) 879-3558
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Kathy G Winiarski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Avon, CT 06001
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals across the life span in a relational process to work through life transitions, loss and grief, career/school counseling, health adjustments, goal achievement and family/relational communication. I am here to assist each individual with their person goals, learning to set boundaries and how to get their needs met in a healthy productive way. I help individuals move forward from situations which may cause anxiety, grief, or sadness to living a more balanced life.
I work with individuals across the life span in a relational process to work through life transitions, loss and grief, career/school counseling, health adjustments, goal achievement and family/relational communication. I am here to assist each individual with their person goals, learning to set boundaries and how to get their needs met in a healthy productive way. I help individuals move forward from situations which may cause anxiety, grief, or sadness to living a more balanced life.
(860) 553-3278 View (860) 553-3278

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Codependency Therapists

What therapy types help with codependency problems?

Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?

Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?

Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?

One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.