Anthem | Elevance Therapists in Vernon, CT

My first priority as a therapist is to restore hope: Hope for positive change, for relief from emotional suffering, for new possibilities and new abilities. I believe in each person's capacity for growth and I know that we can all benefit from a fresh perspective at times. If your symptoms or problems have started to overwhelm you, if you are reeling from a past or present trauma, or if you feel worried and in doubt about what to do next - I would like to help you regain balance and keep moving forward.

My belief is that everyone has the knowledge of how to solve their problems somewhere inside of them. People come to therapy with a wide variety of issues. Some are as simple as "I would like to have better communication with my spouse, partner, children, or friends. Other issues are more far reaching such as "I feel sad all the time." Or "I can't seem to stop drinking

I believe people look into getting help because they truly want to be in a better place. Everyone faces obstacles in life. Some of those obstacles are more difficult to move past than others. In order to be your best self, you must break through those obstacles. Counseling is very personal and there is no one way that counseling happens. I will work with you and your specific needs to make our sessions feel safe and productive.

Right now you're frustrated because you or your child appears to be struggling. There may be an increase in symptoms of anxiety, anger, depression, or just an inability to focus. You've tried all you can, but you're tapped out. And that's OK! I am here to help! Together we will figure this out. You are not alone. People go through rough times! And that's OK. As humans, we are constantly evolving and changing, and change is HARD. It's normal to need support while dealing with life's ups and downs. No need to struggle alone! Email me! - - - Clinicians - I am also offering supervision! -

Dayna Chinsky completed her undergraduate studies with a double major in Social Work and Juvenile Justice & Youth Advocacy at Wheelock College. Dayna graduated with her Master of Social Work degree in 2018 from Wheelock College and proceeded to earn her Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credentials. Dayna has experience working with an interdisciplinary team in multiple environments including, but not limited to, residential therapeutic treatment facilities, child welfare, early intervention, and school systems.