Self-Harming Therapists in West Hartford, CT
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Amy Hunter
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06107
Offering DBT treatment both in person and virtually in Ct. and Mass. My specialization in treating developmental trauma for the past 27 years highlights my dedication to addressing the unique needs of individuals who have experienced early life adversity. This area of expertise is crucial to helping clients overcome the lasting effects of such experiences through the use of DBT. DBT treatment includes diary card mechanics, and phone coaching, I also offer DBT-PE, family therapy, psychotherapy, and supervision for LPC’s and LMHC’s.
Offering DBT treatment both in person and virtually in Ct. and Mass. My specialization in treating developmental trauma for the past 27 years highlights my dedication to addressing the unique needs of individuals who have experienced early life adversity. This area of expertise is crucial to helping clients overcome the lasting effects of such experiences through the use of DBT. DBT treatment includes diary card mechanics, and phone coaching, I also offer DBT-PE, family therapy, psychotherapy, and supervision for LPC’s and LMHC’s.
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Beatrice Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
You may find yourself having trouble concentrating and feeling unusually restless. Or, you might feel an overwhelming sense of fatigue, making even the smallest of chores seem impossible. No matter what led you to therapy, I want to support you on this journey. I work with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, or past trauma, as well as those seeking help achieving and maintaining sobriety.
You may find yourself having trouble concentrating and feeling unusually restless. Or, you might feel an overwhelming sense of fatigue, making even the smallest of chores seem impossible. No matter what led you to therapy, I want to support you on this journey. I work with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, or past trauma, as well as those seeking help achieving and maintaining sobriety.
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Do you want to develop healthy coping skills to manage and alleviate distress, anxiety and/or depression? Find support and stability in the midst of losses? Discover new possibilities during life transitions? Cope with health challenges? Gain self awareness and confidence? You want to find a place within yourself where you feel comfortable after a time of transition, accumulated stress, loss or trauma. I hope to be able to help you.
Do you want to develop healthy coping skills to manage and alleviate distress, anxiety and/or depression? Find support and stability in the midst of losses? Discover new possibilities during life transitions? Cope with health challenges? Gain self awareness and confidence? You want to find a place within yourself where you feel comfortable after a time of transition, accumulated stress, loss or trauma. I hope to be able to help you.
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Get to know Brittney LaBonte LPC Brittney is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Brittney has a 10-year certified background in alternative healing techniques such as spiritual healing, yoga, reiki, meditation, and mindfulness. She brings a positive and nurturing approach to her counseling style allowing clients to feel safe and explore their struggles. Brittney guides her clients to identify their worth, cultivate resiliency, develop emotional regulation and practice mindfulness.
Get to know Brittney LaBonte LPC Brittney is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Brittney has a 10-year certified background in alternative healing techniques such as spiritual healing, yoga, reiki, meditation, and mindfulness. She brings a positive and nurturing approach to her counseling style allowing clients to feel safe and explore their struggles. Brittney guides her clients to identify their worth, cultivate resiliency, develop emotional regulation and practice mindfulness.
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Rick Blum, PhD.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06119
Waitlist for new clients
The best way to find about me is to check out my web site, dr-rick.com. There, you'll get a good sense of my perspective and how I view life's challenges and opportunities. Don't miss the "blum-blog." My style of practice is ideal for people who want real change in their lives, who expect that their therapist knows how to achieve this, and who are eager to learn about themselves in order to make it happen. The best approach includes our becoming a team, each bringing our part to the adventure.
The best way to find about me is to check out my web site, dr-rick.com. There, you'll get a good sense of my perspective and how I view life's challenges and opportunities. Don't miss the "blum-blog." My style of practice is ideal for people who want real change in their lives, who expect that their therapist knows how to achieve this, and who are eager to learn about themselves in order to make it happen. The best approach includes our becoming a team, each bringing our part to the adventure.
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Andrea L Lovell-Bennett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
"When we find balance in it's true form, you will find peace in it's existence." Welcome to Release Wellness, you have made the most progressive step toward seeking an encouraging & empowering therapeutic space. On this journey I will assist you in meeting goals through an eclectic approach. Working with me you will build an awareness of self-imposed barriers, build strategies through interventions to address present struggles, manage symptoms and move toward balance/stability.
"When we find balance in it's true form, you will find peace in it's existence." Welcome to Release Wellness, you have made the most progressive step toward seeking an encouraging & empowering therapeutic space. On this journey I will assist you in meeting goals through an eclectic approach. Working with me you will build an awareness of self-imposed barriers, build strategies through interventions to address present struggles, manage symptoms and move toward balance/stability.
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Andrew Halpern
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06110
Thank you for taking a step towards making positive changes in your life! I have years of experience as a therapist and supervisor helping people navigate their way to wellness through varying levels of care. I treat adolescents and adults who want to work on healing trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, chronic pain, depression, or screen addiction. In addition, I work alongside my therapy dog Teddy.
Thank you for taking a step towards making positive changes in your life! I have years of experience as a therapist and supervisor helping people navigate their way to wellness through varying levels of care. I treat adolescents and adults who want to work on healing trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, chronic pain, depression, or screen addiction. In addition, I work alongside my therapy dog Teddy.
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Jenna Angello
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06119 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. Getting support on life’s journey can be an integral part of one’s healing and growth. Looking for help can sometimes seem challenging and overwhelming, but can also be one of the bravest things you do for yourself. Everyone needs support at one point or another and allowing me to be the bridge for that healing is my pleasure and honor. I believe everyone has the ability and resiliency to get through difficult periods in their lives and want to help you learn the skills and support you in your own personal journey. I specialize in helping people cope with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Accepting new clients. Getting support on life’s journey can be an integral part of one’s healing and growth. Looking for help can sometimes seem challenging and overwhelming, but can also be one of the bravest things you do for yourself. Everyone needs support at one point or another and allowing me to be the bridge for that healing is my pleasure and honor. I believe everyone has the ability and resiliency to get through difficult periods in their lives and want to help you learn the skills and support you in your own personal journey. I specialize in helping people cope with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
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Liz Anderson, LCSW,LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06119
Why is it that only 41% of people with mental health needs have sought out services within the past year? Perhaps there was a lack of connection between the client and the therapist. I hope to be that warm connection to a therapist that you have been seeking. Welcome! Congratulations on taking that first step towards personal growth and transformation - let's take the next part of your journey together. I can help you tackle those issues that have been keeping you stuck, to help you to move toward clarity, just by helping you discover the internal resources that you already possess.
Why is it that only 41% of people with mental health needs have sought out services within the past year? Perhaps there was a lack of connection between the client and the therapist. I hope to be that warm connection to a therapist that you have been seeking. Welcome! Congratulations on taking that first step towards personal growth and transformation - let's take the next part of your journey together. I can help you tackle those issues that have been keeping you stuck, to help you to move toward clarity, just by helping you discover the internal resources that you already possess.
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Aliyah Cummings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06117 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I Aliyah Cummings, LMSW, am a highly skilled and compassionate mental health/substance abuse professional with over 8 years of experience in the field. I am apart of the Be Mindful Clinic LLC, I dedicate my career helping others resolve problems, obtain resources, provide support during crises, and facilitate social responses to needs. I specialize in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Motivational Interviewing. These therapeutic modalities equip me with a diverse set of tools to address a wide range of mental health issues.
I Aliyah Cummings, LMSW, am a highly skilled and compassionate mental health/substance abuse professional with over 8 years of experience in the field. I am apart of the Be Mindful Clinic LLC, I dedicate my career helping others resolve problems, obtain resources, provide support during crises, and facilitate social responses to needs. I specialize in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Motivational Interviewing. These therapeutic modalities equip me with a diverse set of tools to address a wide range of mental health issues.
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Jenny Alzate LPC LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, my name is Jenny Alzate. I am a Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been working in the mental health field for over 25 years. I provide a safe and nurturing environment so that true healing can occur. My specialty is integrating mind-body medicine, energy medicine, spirituality and somatic therapy into my clinical practice. Because of my passion to help others heal, I have co-founded The Enlightenment Counseling Center. An integrative, holistic group practice. We specialize in helping the whole person heal. We combine traditional psychotherapy with Complimentary and Alternative practices and medicines.
Hello, my name is Jenny Alzate. I am a Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor. I have been working in the mental health field for over 25 years. I provide a safe and nurturing environment so that true healing can occur. My specialty is integrating mind-body medicine, energy medicine, spirituality and somatic therapy into my clinical practice. Because of my passion to help others heal, I have co-founded The Enlightenment Counseling Center. An integrative, holistic group practice. We specialize in helping the whole person heal. We combine traditional psychotherapy with Complimentary and Alternative practices and medicines.
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Life can be tough sometimes, and it's important to adapt and overcome in these moments. Whether it's a stressful new development in your life or an ongoing problem that just won't go away, it is always worth taking the time to try and make things better. My goal is to help people work towards finding peace, happiness, and success in all ventures in life. Often times this work entails learning to manage stress, unpleasant emotions, relationships, and other challenges that life may bring. E-mail me to schedule a free consultation.
Life can be tough sometimes, and it's important to adapt and overcome in these moments. Whether it's a stressful new development in your life or an ongoing problem that just won't go away, it is always worth taking the time to try and make things better. My goal is to help people work towards finding peace, happiness, and success in all ventures in life. Often times this work entails learning to manage stress, unpleasant emotions, relationships, and other challenges that life may bring. E-mail me to schedule a free consultation.
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Shana Rackmill @ Better Hope & Healing, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107
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.
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.
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Derrick E Thompson Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06110 (Online Only)
Let's face it...at times we all could benefit from a little therapy. However finding the right person to confide in can be just as a daunting of a task as admitting to ourselves that we could use some help. The hustle and bustle of life's demands takes its toll on us all in many different ways but that doesn't mean we have to continue letting it wear us down. If you're ready for positive change in your life and in the life of your loved ones then please continue reading...
Let's face it...at times we all could benefit from a little therapy. However finding the right person to confide in can be just as a daunting of a task as admitting to ourselves that we could use some help. The hustle and bustle of life's demands takes its toll on us all in many different ways but that doesn't mean we have to continue letting it wear us down. If you're ready for positive change in your life and in the life of your loved ones then please continue reading...
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Jennifer Barnett Melquist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06110
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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Alicia Albertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06119
Eating disorders and experiencing life stressors are often painful, exhausting, and really difficult to go through. People can get stuck in vicious cycles that are no longer productive but are maintained because it may be the only thing that helps. I can offer support to help break the cycles of eating disorders or life stressors to allow you more freedom and peace in your life. I believe that recovery is possible and everyone is deserving of recovery. With a little support, perspectives can shift, new discoveries can be made, and recovery can be possible. I am here to help support and guide you toward your path of recovery.
Eating disorders and experiencing life stressors are often painful, exhausting, and really difficult to go through. People can get stuck in vicious cycles that are no longer productive but are maintained because it may be the only thing that helps. I can offer support to help break the cycles of eating disorders or life stressors to allow you more freedom and peace in your life. I believe that recovery is possible and everyone is deserving of recovery. With a little support, perspectives can shift, new discoveries can be made, and recovery can be possible. I am here to help support and guide you toward your path of recovery.
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Katie Helger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06119
As a therapist with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by chronically ill & neurodivergent individuals, I am passionate about supporting those navigating life transitions, particularly young adults. My approach is rooted in both professional expertise and personal experience, allowing me to connect with my clients on a profound level. I recognize the complexities & unique struggles that come with chronic illness and neurodivergence, as well as the stress and uncertainty that life transitions can bring. In my practice, I blend traditional therapeutic techniques with sound healing to create a holistic, calming environment.
As a therapist with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by chronically ill & neurodivergent individuals, I am passionate about supporting those navigating life transitions, particularly young adults. My approach is rooted in both professional expertise and personal experience, allowing me to connect with my clients on a profound level. I recognize the complexities & unique struggles that come with chronic illness and neurodivergence, as well as the stress and uncertainty that life transitions can bring. In my practice, I blend traditional therapeutic techniques with sound healing to create a holistic, calming environment.
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You may be facing a range of mental health challenges as you navigate through middle school, high school, and college. As you seek to understand your unique personal identity while feeling social, peer, and academic pressure, it may be difficult to regulate your emotions and lead from a grounded and calm mindset.
You may be facing a range of mental health challenges as you navigate through middle school, high school, and college. As you seek to understand your unique personal identity while feeling social, peer, and academic pressure, it may be difficult to regulate your emotions and lead from a grounded and calm mindset.
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Summit Wellness Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107
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.
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.
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Self-Harming Therapists
How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.