Female Therapists in Washington, CT
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Life is full of transitions and pivotal moments. Some exciting, some heartbreaking, all with the potential to feel overwhelming. I am here to offer support, help you feel heard, work with you to process your natural, emotional responses and to develop the skills to feel more in control of your life. Without judgement and in collaboration, I want to understand your unique experiences and values so that we can work together to identify the root of your struggles, build on your strengths and find solutions to your most pressing concerns. You deserve to prioritize your health and well-being so that you can live fully and meaningfully.
Life is full of transitions and pivotal moments. Some exciting, some heartbreaking, all with the potential to feel overwhelming. I am here to offer support, help you feel heard, work with you to process your natural, emotional responses and to develop the skills to feel more in control of your life. Without judgement and in collaboration, I want to understand your unique experiences and values so that we can work together to identify the root of your struggles, build on your strengths and find solutions to your most pressing concerns. You deserve to prioritize your health and well-being so that you can live fully and meaningfully.
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Ludi Pappas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, CT 06793 (Online Only)
I believe in a client centered approach in a supportive environment. I have experience helping people with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and trauma.I work with individuals and their families coping with chronic mental illnesses. I use CBT, DBT, EMDR, psychodynamic theory, and play therapy. I have a focus on helping children through divorce, adolescents and a specialty in geriatric psychology. I work with individuals, couples and families, seeing all age groups.
I believe in a client centered approach in a supportive environment. I have experience helping people with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and trauma.I work with individuals and their families coping with chronic mental illnesses. I use CBT, DBT, EMDR, psychodynamic theory, and play therapy. I have a focus on helping children through divorce, adolescents and a specialty in geriatric psychology. I work with individuals, couples and families, seeing all age groups.
My clients struggle with anxiety and depression. Some have been significantly traumatized. I strive to create a safe and nurturing relationship that fosters in-depth self-examination which is the building block to establish (or re-establish) a productive and fulfilling life. This process begins by offering them hope and my assurance that I will work with them to achieve their goals.
My clients struggle with anxiety and depression. Some have been significantly traumatized. I strive to create a safe and nurturing relationship that fosters in-depth self-examination which is the building block to establish (or re-establish) a productive and fulfilling life. This process begins by offering them hope and my assurance that I will work with them to achieve their goals.
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New Milford Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Washington, CT 06793
You feel overwhelmed, sad, angry and frustrated, but the worst part is the guilt. This is supposed to be the happiest time of your life, and it is difficult to share these feeling with others. Imagine relief from these scary feelings and finding a path to happiness. Individuals who are seeking to find the next step on their journey find our relationship to be a safe place to explore these emotions and develop a renewed sense of self.
You feel overwhelmed, sad, angry and frustrated, but the worst part is the guilt. This is supposed to be the happiest time of your life, and it is difficult to share these feeling with others. Imagine relief from these scary feelings and finding a path to happiness. Individuals who are seeking to find the next step on their journey find our relationship to be a safe place to explore these emotions and develop a renewed sense of self.
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Marion Berrian Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, REAT
Verified Verified
Washington, CT 06793
Maintaining resilience through life's stages is important to achieving balance. My work focuses on helping clients increase feelings of life satisfaction, managing stress, lessening anxiety and improving their relationships. Healing past traumas and finding purpose and meaning helps one to be fully present to life. To this goal, I offer therapy that may include creative expression and meditation techniques to increase access to experiences of wellness and peace.. A board certified licensed counselor in the State of Connecticut, I offer depth psychotherapy, pastoral counseling and expressive art therapy.
Maintaining resilience through life's stages is important to achieving balance. My work focuses on helping clients increase feelings of life satisfaction, managing stress, lessening anxiety and improving their relationships. Healing past traumas and finding purpose and meaning helps one to be fully present to life. To this goal, I offer therapy that may include creative expression and meditation techniques to increase access to experiences of wellness and peace.. A board certified licensed counselor in the State of Connecticut, I offer depth psychotherapy, pastoral counseling and expressive art therapy.
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I believe that using evidence-based techniques in a compassionate therapeutic relationship is the key to successful treatment. My work with my clients is grounded in empathy and connection while helping individuals gain insight into their struggles. As your therapist, I will help you to learn how to reduce the impact and influence of painful thoughts and feelings while taking action to build a life that is full and meaningful. You will also learn how to implement new techniques and skills and, ultimately, how to be your own therapist.
I believe that using evidence-based techniques in a compassionate therapeutic relationship is the key to successful treatment. My work with my clients is grounded in empathy and connection while helping individuals gain insight into their struggles. As your therapist, I will help you to learn how to reduce the impact and influence of painful thoughts and feelings while taking action to build a life that is full and meaningful. You will also learn how to implement new techniques and skills and, ultimately, how to be your own therapist.
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Peggy Bice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Washington, CT 06793
Not accepting new clients
Throughout the 40 years I have been helping clients improve their lives, and helping therapists improve professional skills, the resilience of the human spirit continually amazes me. I see therapy as a collaboration, my job being to listen carefully to the issues worrying/frustrating you and your job to present your concerns to me. Together we will develop a working relationship with the goal of overcoming problems and fears. Every person who walks through my door is treated as a unique individual entitled to a personally satisfying life. It is my pleasure to join you on that journey.4
Throughout the 40 years I have been helping clients improve their lives, and helping therapists improve professional skills, the resilience of the human spirit continually amazes me. I see therapy as a collaboration, my job being to listen carefully to the issues worrying/frustrating you and your job to present your concerns to me. Together we will develop a working relationship with the goal of overcoming problems and fears. Every person who walks through my door is treated as a unique individual entitled to a personally satisfying life. It is my pleasure to join you on that journey.4
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ADHD is more than inability to focus. It’s anxiety, executive dysfunction, disorganization, procrastination, impulsivity, mood swings, mental confusion, carelessness and more! Transform these struggles into superpowers with coaching, education, support and structure that empowers ADHD brains or those with ADHD symptoms. Whether diagnosed or suspected, let's build your confidence, find your focus, silence negative self-talk, overcome procrastination and help you reach your goals. Uncover what makes you unique with personalized and creative strategies tailored to your needs. Dedicated to bringing common understanding to ADHD families.
ADHD is more than inability to focus. It’s anxiety, executive dysfunction, disorganization, procrastination, impulsivity, mood swings, mental confusion, carelessness and more! Transform these struggles into superpowers with coaching, education, support and structure that empowers ADHD brains or those with ADHD symptoms. Whether diagnosed or suspected, let's build your confidence, find your focus, silence negative self-talk, overcome procrastination and help you reach your goals. Uncover what makes you unique with personalized and creative strategies tailored to your needs. Dedicated to bringing common understanding to ADHD families.
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I take a collaborative approach towards helping clients develop insight and create fresh alternatives to ineffective patterns, assisting them with examining intergenerational transmissions of trauma, relational trauma, and maladaptive coping strategies. My ideal client is looking for a psychotherapist that integrates evidence-based practices, including EMDR and Clinical Hypnosis, with Shamanic, alternative and energy healing approaches into sessions. My ideal client is looking to gain insight, learn to regulate emotions and listen to their emotions, manage their energy and is committed to doing the work to become their best self.
I take a collaborative approach towards helping clients develop insight and create fresh alternatives to ineffective patterns, assisting them with examining intergenerational transmissions of trauma, relational trauma, and maladaptive coping strategies. My ideal client is looking for a psychotherapist that integrates evidence-based practices, including EMDR and Clinical Hypnosis, with Shamanic, alternative and energy healing approaches into sessions. My ideal client is looking to gain insight, learn to regulate emotions and listen to their emotions, manage their energy and is committed to doing the work to become their best self.
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Clara Burlinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Milford, CT 06776
Now also offering telehealth in the state of Maine! / Does your life feel unmanageable and unbalanced? It is hard to live mindfully and prioritize yourself first and foremost, and some days it is just hard to get out of bed? It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and the "work is your worth" mindset. I take a holistic approach and aim to help young adults/adults to recognize the importance of balance, boundaries in relationships, and returning to activities that previously provided them joy.
Now also offering telehealth in the state of Maine! / Does your life feel unmanageable and unbalanced? It is hard to live mindfully and prioritize yourself first and foremost, and some days it is just hard to get out of bed? It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and the "work is your worth" mindset. I take a holistic approach and aim to help young adults/adults to recognize the importance of balance, boundaries in relationships, and returning to activities that previously provided them joy.
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Maria Lynn Hornak, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06795
It is my hope that those who come to therapy feel listened to in a warm and inviting place that promotes hope and healing. I approach therapy like a verb. It takes action to change, fix or improve. Just simply calling or coming in for a first visit begins the journey to making things better.
It is my hope that those who come to therapy feel listened to in a warm and inviting place that promotes hope and healing. I approach therapy like a verb. It takes action to change, fix or improve. Just simply calling or coming in for a first visit begins the journey to making things better.
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Judith L O'Callaghan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgewater, CT 06752
For the past 18 years I have worked as a clinician and supervisor in schools, behavioral health agencies, and substance abuse facilities while maintaining a private practice in Brookfield, CT. As a result, my clinical approach, which is built on a solid foundation of family systems training, reflects all that I have learned along the way in my work with relationships, emotional problems, life changes, addictions, co-occurring disorders, trauma and other issues affecting individuals, couples, and families
For the past 18 years I have worked as a clinician and supervisor in schools, behavioral health agencies, and substance abuse facilities while maintaining a private practice in Brookfield, CT. As a result, my clinical approach, which is built on a solid foundation of family systems training, reflects all that I have learned along the way in my work with relationships, emotional problems, life changes, addictions, co-occurring disorders, trauma and other issues affecting individuals, couples, and families
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I work with adults who have difficulties with depression, anxiety, phobias, marital and other relationship conflicts.I see individuals and couples. In addition, I work with teens and children who have school, family, or peer problems. As a psychotherapist with psychoanalytic training, I can help you to be able to: 1. Identify and understand root patterns of behavior that cause depression, anxiety or problems in personal, marital, and professional relationships, and in academic or work performance; and, 2. Learn how to make changes.
I use a variety of treatment modalities, such as psychodynamic, behavioral and family therapy, as needed.
I work with adults who have difficulties with depression, anxiety, phobias, marital and other relationship conflicts.I see individuals and couples. In addition, I work with teens and children who have school, family, or peer problems. As a psychotherapist with psychoanalytic training, I can help you to be able to: 1. Identify and understand root patterns of behavior that cause depression, anxiety or problems in personal, marital, and professional relationships, and in academic or work performance; and, 2. Learn how to make changes.
I use a variety of treatment modalities, such as psychodynamic, behavioral and family therapy, as needed.
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Barbara L Bourgeois
Licensed Professional Counselor, MBA, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Woodbury, CT 06798 (Online Only)
Having difficulty with your relationships? Whether your challenge is based in your relationship with yourself or with others, this kind of conflict and the avoidance thereof can sometimes lead to symptoms of depression or anxiety. My approach to therapy is holistic and truth based. Embracing a lifestyle approach, I believe in employing simple everyday changes as a way to return your body to balance and repair the relationships that bring us peace. Our bodies and minds need many sources of nourishment to achieve optimal health and sustainable vitality.
Having difficulty with your relationships? Whether your challenge is based in your relationship with yourself or with others, this kind of conflict and the avoidance thereof can sometimes lead to symptoms of depression or anxiety. My approach to therapy is holistic and truth based. Embracing a lifestyle approach, I believe in employing simple everyday changes as a way to return your body to balance and repair the relationships that bring us peace. Our bodies and minds need many sources of nourishment to achieve optimal health and sustainable vitality.
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I believe in building strong relationships with my clients to empower them in navigating life's challenges and help them to build confidence, optimism and hope for the future. Together, we'll identify your needs and craft an action plan tailored just for you. Every behavior has meaning, and by raising awareness, we can unlock opportunities for growth and learning. I deeply care about my clients and understand that progress takes time. I'll support you at your own pace, guiding you through a collaborative journey towards a better quality of life.
I believe in building strong relationships with my clients to empower them in navigating life's challenges and help them to build confidence, optimism and hope for the future. Together, we'll identify your needs and craft an action plan tailored just for you. Every behavior has meaning, and by raising awareness, we can unlock opportunities for growth and learning. I deeply care about my clients and understand that progress takes time. I'll support you at your own pace, guiding you through a collaborative journey towards a better quality of life.
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Everyone wants to have caring relationships, to feel good about themselves and to have satisfying work. Sometimes we get stuck in patterns that are familiar habits that lead to self-defeat and hopelessness. I believe that psychotherapy and counseling can help individuals and couples move in new directions, fostering growth and a sense of well-being. I work with people from all walks of life. Change is possible; what we long for is not beyond reach.
Everyone wants to have caring relationships, to feel good about themselves and to have satisfying work. Sometimes we get stuck in patterns that are familiar habits that lead to self-defeat and hopelessness. I believe that psychotherapy and counseling can help individuals and couples move in new directions, fostering growth and a sense of well-being. I work with people from all walks of life. Change is possible; what we long for is not beyond reach.
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I'm so glad you're here! It takes courage to ask for help and share your struggles. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the stress in your life, have difficulty managing your emotions, are struggling with stress-related health problems, or notice that you blame yourself for your difficulties, I can help. Together, we will decide on a path to create and realize an increased sense of confidence and well-being in your life. Many times, our struggles today result from negative experiences in our past. Much of my training has been focused on abuse, and its effects on our bodies, minds, and emotions.
I'm so glad you're here! It takes courage to ask for help and share your struggles. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the stress in your life, have difficulty managing your emotions, are struggling with stress-related health problems, or notice that you blame yourself for your difficulties, I can help. Together, we will decide on a path to create and realize an increased sense of confidence and well-being in your life. Many times, our struggles today result from negative experiences in our past. Much of my training has been focused on abuse, and its effects on our bodies, minds, and emotions.
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Bright Tomorrows Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, AADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Litchfield, CT 06750
I specialize in helping others on their recovery journey. I strive to support others change their patterns of thinking and behaving, in order to sustain long term recovery. I fully believe and enforce “we can grow through what we go through. “
I specialize in helping others on their recovery journey. I strive to support others change their patterns of thinking and behaving, in order to sustain long term recovery. I fully believe and enforce “we can grow through what we go through. “
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Catherine Vlasto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Milford, CT 06776 (Online Only)
Grief is a sneaky condition. It comes in and out of our minds and bodies like the waves in the ocean. One moment you feel you are managing your life and even find yourself feeling joy, the next moment you feel guilty for feeling happy. You may feel crushed by the weight of grief, not knowing who you are anymore without your loved one in your life. Learning to adjust to loss and figuring out how to live life again in a meaningful way may be what you are looking for in grief counseling. Finding out what you are going through is part of the grief journey can be a source of relief and part of why you seek out support.
Grief is a sneaky condition. It comes in and out of our minds and bodies like the waves in the ocean. One moment you feel you are managing your life and even find yourself feeling joy, the next moment you feel guilty for feeling happy. You may feel crushed by the weight of grief, not knowing who you are anymore without your loved one in your life. Learning to adjust to loss and figuring out how to live life again in a meaningful way may be what you are looking for in grief counseling. Finding out what you are going through is part of the grief journey can be a source of relief and part of why you seek out support.
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I am so glad you are here! I am a licensed professional counselor, as well as a certified school counselor. I have a deep understanding of the needs of school age children. I also understand the issues that women and mothers face today. Searching for the right counselor can be an overwhelming task, but you have taken the first step. It takes courage and strength to reach out for help and I commend you for that. I offer a safe space, free of judgement, where self-exploration can lead to understanding, healing and growth.
I am so glad you are here! I am a licensed professional counselor, as well as a certified school counselor. I have a deep understanding of the needs of school age children. I also understand the issues that women and mothers face today. Searching for the right counselor can be an overwhelming task, but you have taken the first step. It takes courage and strength to reach out for help and I commend you for that. I offer a safe space, free of judgement, where self-exploration can lead to understanding, healing and growth.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.