Psychodynamic Therapists in Watertown, CT

Has a failed relationship left you feeling lost and confused? Do you find yourself wondering why you can't seem to "get over it and move on"? Maybe it's been months or years and you long for a happy healthy relationship, but instead get caught up in a patterns you can't seem to break out of. Perhaps you've given so much of yourself in past relationships, you've lost yourself along the way. Either way, you are ready to find your way back to yourself, ready for a healthy relationship, ready to find peace again and ready to feel excitement for what the future holds.

Life is full of challenges and sometimes we all can feel stuck in responding to these challenges. I offer a safe environment to foster personal growth and empowerment that will enable you to find solutions. It is my job to support and guide you in strengthening your relationship with your core self, and to utilize positive coping skills, thus allowing you to have a fuller and more satisfying life with the kind of personal relationships that you desire.

Hey there! My name is Kayla Varanelli. I am the owner of Cardinal Creek Counseling LLC. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed School Social Worker. As a clinical social worker, I specialize in working with adolescents and adults. If you’re looking for someone who is honest, yet kind, and who brings a personal touch to therapy, you’re in the right place.

Are you experiencing imbalance, anxiety, depression, unwanted emotions or thoughts, or having difficulty adjusting to life changes, or taking control of your life? Are you concerned for a child or spouse and aren't sure how to help them? This can feel overwhelming and impossible to solve. This dwelling is not a permanent place and you can be relieved of this. With my expertise in combining talk therapy with art therapy, I can guide you in opening new doors to mindfulness, self-expression and healing. Art Therapists are trained extensively in the use of art materials so that you may use them in a safe and healing manner.

Do you often times leave appointments feeling misunderstood, invalidated or not heard by providers? Sky Meadow Counseling is an office comprised of two Licensed Clinical Social Workers, each bringing over 10 years of experience to counseling. Sky Meadow Counseling utilizes a client center approach with a combination of traditional psychotherapy and holistic practices with individuals age 10 and above. We are here to provide clients, families and/or caregivers with a safe environment through processing and healing. Together we will work through challenging life situations that disrupt emotional, mental, and physical well being.

We all have the ability to heal from the experiences in life that have shaped us. The connection that is built between client and therapist allows for a powerful and moving relationship in which I can accompany you on your healing and recovery journey - in coming home to yourself. I believe the process of healing is a process of reconnecting with life, with self, and with others. With openness, warmth, and humor, I am here to help you to step into the present while healing and claiming freedom from painful emotions and fears, and to help you in understanding conscious and unconscious influences on your daily life.

Welcome. Do you feel lost or without direction? Do you feel beaten down and overwhelmed? Do you do for everyone else but yourself? Do you long for just a little bit of "me" time, but feel guilty or undeserving? Could your relationships use a little work? Are people taking advantage of you? Do you have difficulty saying no? Do you experience periods of sadness or worry? Are you self-medicating to cope with your problems by over using alcohol, using other substances or engaging in self-defeating behaviors? Well you aren't alone and many feel the same.

My clients are people who don't want to reinvent or change who they are, they want acceptance for being themselves. My clients are people who wish to develop a sense of internal knowing, even if it is a quiet knowing, they are worthy, they are enough, and that they deserve acceptance. When we feel unsupported, or judged, for who we are, it may feel safer holding back or hiding our truth. A major component of our work together will be to build a sense of self-worth and confidence, which will allow you to feel more alive, more like your true self.

I practice individualized, solution focused therapy using an eclectic array of techniques to assist the person in regaining and maintaining an optimum level of functioning. My areas of expertise are in treating people with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship issues, life transitions, and substance abuse issues. I am versed in divorce mediation. In addition, I am knowledgeable regarding the struggle adult children are having caring for elderly parents and offer consultation in exploring appropriate alternatives and managing the emotional distress associated with such decisions.

Are you feeling really stressed and you aren't sure how to manage it? Wondering if it is possible to have a moment where you aren’t worrying about something? Stress can be general or specific to relationships, self-esteem, sleep, weight, parenting, the list goes on. It can interfere with success, can keep stuck in unhealthy relationships and keep you feeling really alone.

Step into a transformative journey with me! I specialize in guiding people through the twists and turns of mental health and co-occurring disorders. Together, we'll carve out a safe and nurturing space where you can explore, grow, and flourish on your unique path to mental well-being. Imagine a partnership filled with warmth and empowerment. That's what I offer! With a compassionate touch, I'll help you tackle challenges head-on, unlocking doors to positive changes you never thought possible. It's not just about navigating; it's about thriving.

I am a seasoned clinician, working as a licensed Clinical Psychologist in Connecticut for over 20 years. I absolutely love helping individuals and families who are experiencing behavioral health challenges reach their full potential. I have extensive experience in providing behavioral health care with integrity and an evidence-based or best practice foundation. I have specific training in working with trauma, grief and adjustments to life-transitions.

I've helped many people cope with excessive life stress, resolve problems in relationships, recover from difficult divorces, manage traumatic bereavement and loss, cope with major life transitions, and develop effective strategies to manage changes in their lives. I served as the director of the Counseling Center at Pace University for 24 years. I've also worked in multiple settings with diverse populations including active duty military personnel, veterans of military service, persons in 12-step programs (AA NA DA), adolescents and their families. I also enjoy helping men to better understand and talk about their feelings.

Every one of us are complex beings, influenced by our parents, the prevailing culture, our peers, and the social institutions we encounter. We are also carrying the weight of traumatic experiences both small and great. Integrative therapy with a relational focus helps the client develop and realize their true selves, devoid of unwanted influences. This therapy is a journey built on trust and mutual respect. In couples work, we learn how past family scripts effect the marriage. Often times, family members pass these family mantras to their children unknowingly, which results in their depression and anxiety.

For more than 25 years, I have specialized in working with adults of all ages who find themselves stuck in their lives. My patients tend to be people who would like to know themselves better and discover self-defeating patterns they would like to change. Most of the people I see are facing some kind of relationship, family, or work conflict often caused by anxiety or depression. The most rewarding work for me is helping people who are motivated to change and face issues in their personality and behavioral patterns that get in the way of living life more fully.

I have been in private practice for over 30 years and believe that people can truly change their lives. People can take very difficult experiences in their lives and use them to develop a more meaningful life. I draw from my own experiences while I work with my clients and believe that change can happen at any age. People can use grief, loss, trauma and life's most difficult experiences to develop meaning that they may never have had. Finding your own spirituality and your own style of coping is what makes it unique.

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.

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.

I am a child and family therapist who prefers to work with children who show oppositional behavior and other problematic behaviors. Are you experiencing difficulty communicating with your child? Do you feel like you're trying to help your child but your child doesn't recognize this? Perhaps you are aware that something is bothering your child but you and your child can't put your finger on it. You may have heard from the school that your child is having difficulty in school and your having trouble identifying what is causing this.