Oppositional Defiance (ODD) Therapists in West Hartford, CT

Are you interested in seeking therapy but you just feel so scared and overwhelmed? Maybe your problems just are not big enough? Or maybe your problems are too big? You don't know where to start. Life is stressful, and we are living in hard times. Sometimes we feel alone and like things are out of control, but I am here to help. It is totally normal to seek support. I have worked in multiple states with children, adolescents, and adults in private practice, community mental health, residential treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, forensic settings, and schools.

Ellie Mental Health in West Hartford, Connecticut isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfortable, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. Our lovely and amazing therapists see clients ages 3-end of life, and work with individuals, couples, and families.

My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based telepsychology services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. I love the work and welcomes complex and challenging cases.

I am a Master’s Level Social Worker/Therapist (LMSW) with a passion for working with teens, young adults, and adults as they navigate high school/college athletics, work life stressors, cope with traumatic events, manage anxiety, and depression. Being a former collegiate athlete, I empathize with the overbearing stressors that may be felt.

Accepting new clients! Mental health is much like a summit and can feel like an uphill journey. Life is not always easy but with the right support you can scale mountains. Sometimes, even the strongest people need the proper help to work through life’s challenges. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any issue between, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.

Are you interested in seeking therapy but you just feel so scared and overwhelmed? Maybe your problems just are not big enough? Or maybe your problems are too big? You don't know where to start. Life is stressful, and we are living in hard times. Sometimes we feel alone and like things are out of control, but you are not alone. It is totally normal to need help. I will support you and help you to achieve your goals. I offer a broad and flexible approach with concrete goals to help you gain insight and coping skills, process feelings, and manage symptoms.

You may be experiencing a full range of emotions that are often overwhelming. You may be feeling a sense of emptiness or instability as you struggle to find your identity. Relationships can be challenging to maintain and you may be feeling a sense of isolation.

My expertise in working with kids, adolescents, and young adults struggling; while holding the hope that they are not yet able to see. I use a holistic approach to wellness by partnering with the client. We will identify methods to cope with feelings of depression and ruminating thoughts as you also learn new habits to empower your transition to creating a life of peace and harmony. I am trained in: Trauma-Focused CBT, DBT, Suicide Prevention, Rape Crisis, Mindfulness, Sound Healing, Bilateral Stimulation (EMDR & ART), Somatic Experiencing, among others.

Is your teen experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges at school or at home? Are you a young adult struggling to cope with life’s stressors? As a licensed professional counselor and school psychologist with 10 years of experience working with teens, young adults and families, I am equipped to help! Clients can expect a non-judgemental and collaborative experience. My approach is tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Clients are provided a space to explore their thoughts and emotions, build coping strategies, and identify strategies to accomplish their personal goals.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and School Psychologist that specializes in trauma and loss, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, other mood disorders, as well as psycho-educational testing for special education consideration. I utilize a psychotherapeutic approach with adolescents and young adults (age 16 and up). I also am a Registered Yoga Teacher, and offer private therapeutic yoga sessions. (RYT-200). Additionally, my golden retriever, Lilo, is a registered therapy dog; we can offer animal assisted therapy during our sessions if desired!

Life can be challenging for children and teenagers as they learn to navigate an increasingly complicated world, define their identity and gain independence, all while trying to manage their emotional responses and fit in socially. It is equally challenging to parent our children and respond to their emotional needs in an effective way. Children, teens and their parents often face difficult hurdles as they navigate the transitions and life changes associated with child and adolescent development.

With over 30 years clinical experience and training at Harvard, Princeton and University of Chicago, I treat individuals and families, ranging in age from pre-teens to adults. I help clients achieve relief from emotional distress, enhance self-esteem, and restore the quality of their relationships and work/academic functioning. Clients seek my assistance on such problems as anxiety, depression, existential issues, life transitions, trauma, cognitive/learning disorders, behavior problems, as well as sexual dysfunction and addictions.

At Griffin Consulting Services, led by Kaleea Alston-Griffin, LCSW, we are dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals, couples, and families. We are here to guide you on your journey towards personal growth and well-being.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, women and veterans. My specialty is treating Dual Diagnosis, Trauma, Women's Issues, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. My clinical experience includes inpatient, outpatient and residential settings. I currently work from a Person-Centered approach as well as a Strength- Based perspective utilizing Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brief-Solution Focused Therapy and Play Therapy.

The clients I serve struggle with diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, or trauma. I aim to help clients acquire, practice, and hopefully master those skills that will help them be able to function better in their homes relationships, schools, and communities.

I see individuals who are motivated, honest, & open to new ideas about themselves. I graduated with my master’s degree from the University of Saint Joseph in 2004. I use a variety of strategies to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief/loss, generational trauma, LGBTQ issues, blended families, postpartum, ADHD, and other mental health issues. I see individuals, families, & couples. In my clinical work I use methods including systems theory, ACT, narrative, strategic, functional family therapy, CBT, and more. I’ve been described as an intuitive & resourceful clinician. Please call or text 860-426-4577 to inquire about how I can help.

I specialize in relationship issues, substance abuse, dual diagnosis, women's issues, depression and anxiety. I have 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field serving very young children through adulthood and families in many varying stages of their lives. I feel very grateful to work with each and every one of my clients on their journey and honored to help them to achieve the life they want to create.

Hello, thanks for this opportunity to connect with you. I am dedicated to not only help you resolve your problems, overcome obstacles and/or get your needs and wants met, but also to help you have a better, more compassionate, more confident relationship with yourself in the process including, in my view, the ultimate experience- an unconditionally loving relationship with yourself especially in times of pain. I bring a strength based, non judgemental, positive approach to the realities of your life(outer and inner) as we work together. Best, Dave

My Job as a therapist is to be your guide and to help you accomplish your goals to live a happier life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have worked for the past 20 years with adults and children with depression, anxiety, and behavioral issues in individual, couples and group settings.