Self Esteem Therapists in West Hartford, CT

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience working with individuals and families on issues involving abuse/neglect, substance abuse, court related difficulties and mental health. I have success in treating adolescents and adults with various struggles ranging from depression, anxiety, trauma, self esteem, stress and conflictual relationships. I welcome clients who want to partner with me in identifying their strengths; restoring their optimal level of functioning while supporting them through some of life's most difficult and pressing transitions.

Whether you’re looking for support in better understanding yourself, navigating your healing journey, coping with your mental health, life’s transitions, trauma responses, relationships, self esteem or developing healthier coping skills, I'm here to help you reach your goals, create the future you envision for yourself, and ultimately thrive. I have a background in social work, serving diverse populations in school systems across CT and MA from pre-k all the way through higher education. I now offer therapeutic support to children, adolescents and young adults struggling with a range of social, emotional and behavioral challenges.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice in Avon, CT, convenient to West Hartford, Simsbury, Canton and surrounding areas. I work with adults, teens, couples and families, to help them feel better in their lives, their relationships and about themselves. I offer you a place to heal, grow and create new patterns of thinking and behavior; an opportunity to sort through issues in life that feel cumbersome and to find a path toward wellness. Common issues include life adjustments, self-esteem/relationships, depression/anxiety, family challenges, grief and loss, food/weight/body concerns and resolving trauma.

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.

Picture this: you are feeling disconnected from the life you've created. Work is causing burn out, and there's no time for your own self-care because you're too busy being there for everyone else in your life. Navigating this stress leads to anxiety and impacts your self-esteem, causing you to be your own worst critic. It's interfering with your relationships, making it difficult to open up because you've convinced yourself no one will understand you. If that picture is feeling all too real, then finding a therapist who can meet you where you're at and support you through these hurdles would be life-changing.

I believe that people are their own best resource for finding strength and understanding their past to improve and heal their present. My role as a therapist is to hold the space and assist you, the client, in accessing your potential in a realistic, meaningful way.

When life gets tough it is important to know you don't have to go through it alone. Clients who see me often struggle with self esteem and are looking for skills to feel more confident or have feelings of anxiety and want to learn different coping skills. They are parents navigating life with kids and feeling overwhelmed or individuals struggling with setting better boundaries with others. Clients also come to me after loosing a loved one and aren't sure how to move forward. It is possible to feel better.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, uninspired? I am here to assure you that our purpose is to live with ease and in alignment with who we really are. Counseling can get you out of living in survival mode. I specialize in anxiety, self-image/self-esteem, depression, life transitions, school/job stressors, relationship demands and other mental health concerns. Health and wellness encompasses mental, physical, and emotional well-being. I am here to help you with personal discovery and growth, exploring your emotions, navigating and coping with personal struggles and strong emotions to improve your quality of life.

I help people find solutions that enable them to make THE lasting positive changes they are longing for. Have questions about your career, family relationships, romance, or even your direction in life? Feeling stuck, like you keep hitting the same wall? … I can help! By finding healthy ways to deal with anxiety, anger, fear, and low self-esteem, my clients find more joy and peace in their lives.

Being an adolescent or young adult is hard. The overwhelm that comes with life transitions- moving to a new place, finding community, or starting a new career can lead to anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and isolation can be really challenging. Here at Mainstay Counseling and Wellness, we tailor online counseling services to meet the needs of those seeking to achieve goals that propel you through life’s challenges.

Reaching out and asking for help can be difficult but shows tremendous courage and strength. Are you a woman struggling with overwhelming anxiety? Are you a newly pregnant or postpartum mom that is struggling to keep your head above water in this difficult transition? Maybe you’re struggling with the massive invisible load of womanhood or motherhood. I have been in those trenches. You don’t have to manage these difficult moments alone. If you’ve ever thought that seeking out counseling could be helpful or beneficial to you, you’ve already taken the first step!

Deciding to seek help takes courage and can be a difficult step to take. Whether you've been feeling down, struggling with anxious or intrusive thoughts, or have memories from your past that you can't seem to shake, you are in the right place. I'm here to offer guidance and support you through your journey to healing and personal growth. I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels comforting, supportive, inclusive, and non-judgmental.

Seeking support requires courage. If you’re feeling lost, anxious, depressed, or lacking self-esteem, therapy can provide a place to be heard, feel validated, and hopeful. We will work on identifying and breaking down self-defeating thoughts and behaviors so you can develop the tools to gain self confidence and overcome challenges, heal, and grow. My goal is to empower you with better self-understanding so you can live your best life.

I believe that the single most important component of the treatment process is the therapeutic relationship. It develops over time as a product of trust in the therapist and feeling like you have been heard. It is the vehicle by which change comes about and the connection of feelings with thought gets translated into action.

Being a young adult in this world can be tricky! Whether you are in college, a new graduate, making big transitions, or simply figuring out your next moves in life, it is important to have supportive people in your corner to help you through. Navigating unique challenges, changes, and choices presented in life can be both exciting and daunting. I offer a safe, judgment free, and LGBTQIA+ friendly environment to my clients.

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.

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 provide treatment for individuals and families that have been challenged with facing everyday mood related struggles in addition to medical complications, sports related issues or relationship concerns. Together we work on decreasing the distress surrounding these concerns in order to provide more clarity and the ability to function optimally. More importantly I recognize that there are a variety of reasons why people seek mental health support and my goal is to create an atmosphere where these reasons can be explored to help improve one’s mental health.

I provide support, skills and hope to children, teens, adults and families. I specialize in treating depression, mood disorders and anxiety as well as developing parenting skills and strengthening family dynamics. My goal in therapy is to guide my clients in improving self-esteem, self-acceptance, overall stability and enhancing overall functioning on a day-to-day basis. I value an individualized approach to meet the ongoing needs of each of my clients.