Family Therapy in Bristol, CT
Georgianna Sloate
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CIFST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
Welcome! The longest and most rewarding journey is the journey within yourself. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) Practitioner. My experience includes working with individuals, and couples. My goal is to promote healing and change by utilizing the mind, body and spirit in a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive setting where you can feel free to discuss your thoughts and emotions. I combine Internal Family Systems (IFS) and NET to assist in authentic self transformation, more confidence, improvement in health and wellness as well as personal growth and healing wounded parts.
Welcome! The longest and most rewarding journey is the journey within yourself. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) Practitioner. My experience includes working with individuals, and couples. My goal is to promote healing and change by utilizing the mind, body and spirit in a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive setting where you can feel free to discuss your thoughts and emotions. I combine Internal Family Systems (IFS) and NET to assist in authentic self transformation, more confidence, improvement in health and wellness as well as personal growth and healing wounded parts.
New Fall Openings Bristol/Wallingford. Hello, my name is Matt and I have significant experience working with adults who are struggling with finding balance in their lives due to stress, addiction, and emotional health (Chronic Trauma, Anxiety, Depression). I have training in multiple therapeutic models and will work with you on a plan that meets your needs, identifies your strengths, and works on improving areas you struggle in. If your looking for personal growth, better ways of coping with stress, or just want to sit and talk with somebody who isn't your coworker or family member, I am here.
New Fall Openings Bristol/Wallingford. Hello, my name is Matt and I have significant experience working with adults who are struggling with finding balance in their lives due to stress, addiction, and emotional health (Chronic Trauma, Anxiety, Depression). I have training in multiple therapeutic models and will work with you on a plan that meets your needs, identifies your strengths, and works on improving areas you struggle in. If your looking for personal growth, better ways of coping with stress, or just want to sit and talk with somebody who isn't your coworker or family member, I am here.
Alyssa Anderson (Within Reach)
Master's Level Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010
post-traumatic stress, eating disorders, trauma, family conflict, and behavioral issues.
“If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can't survive.” My name is Alyssa Anderson and I am an energetic therapist that is passionate about working with individuals utilizing a strength-based approach to help all individuals reach their personal goals of symptom management, decreasing stress, managing anxiety, and increasing self-care. We all need support at times to navigate through life challenges and recover our own inner strengths to become the happiest and healthiest version of ourselves.
post-traumatic stress, eating disorders, trauma, family conflict, and behavioral issues.
“If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can't survive.” My name is Alyssa Anderson and I am an energetic therapist that is passionate about working with individuals utilizing a strength-based approach to help all individuals reach their personal goals of symptom management, decreasing stress, managing anxiety, and increasing self-care. We all need support at times to navigate through life challenges and recover our own inner strengths to become the happiest and healthiest version of ourselves.
family related issues, and help the family and/or student go forward.
Picking up the phone to call for help is both a difficult and courageous act. Consequently, I honor the trust my clients place in me to help guide their paths toward a better situation. All people have resources and strengths they may have lost sight of during difficult times. With guidance, they can learn to use these strengths to help them overcome whatever obstacles burden them at this time. My goal is to find solutions to problems efficiently and quickly so my clients can feel relief and continue on their life journeys as soon as possible.
family related issues, and help the family and/or student go forward.
Picking up the phone to call for help is both a difficult and courageous act. Consequently, I honor the trust my clients place in me to help guide their paths toward a better situation. All people have resources and strengths they may have lost sight of during difficult times. With guidance, they can learn to use these strengths to help them overcome whatever obstacles burden them at this time. My goal is to find solutions to problems efficiently and quickly so my clients can feel relief and continue on their life journeys as soon as possible.
Michael A. Roohr is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) who works with individuals as well as couples and families. Michael has experience helping clients with depression, academic difficulties, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, self-harming behaviors, and adjusting to life-changing events. He completed his Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of St. Joseph.
Michael A. Roohr is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) who works with individuals as well as couples and families. Michael has experience helping clients with depression, academic difficulties, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, self-harming behaviors, and adjusting to life-changing events. He completed his Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of St. Joseph.
Hi, I'm Jaime - therapist, parent coach and author of 'Tummy Troubles', a book for children who are afraid of throwing up. I specialize in treating children, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, OCD and specific fears/phobias. Parenting an anxious child or teen can be very challenging. Our child's anxiety can make everyday tasks, like going to school, extremely difficult. Family life can become disrupted and parenting can feel overwhelming and stressful. Young adults struggling with anxiety might have trouble becoming more independent making college life a difficult adjustment.
Hi, I'm Jaime - therapist, parent coach and author of 'Tummy Troubles', a book for children who are afraid of throwing up. I specialize in treating children, teens and young adults struggling with anxiety, OCD and specific fears/phobias. Parenting an anxious child or teen can be very challenging. Our child's anxiety can make everyday tasks, like going to school, extremely difficult. Family life can become disrupted and parenting can feel overwhelming and stressful. Young adults struggling with anxiety might have trouble becoming more independent making college life a difficult adjustment.
I come from a Military Family and would be honored to support Veterans and their loved ones.
As a licensed professional counselor, I believe in helping clients collaboratively work through the course of their treatment, regardless of where they are in their healing process. I provide a welcoming environment and assist with improving overall quality of life utilizing a strengths-based, person- centered approach. I am trained in and utilize various treatment modalities, inclusive of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing. Those that work with me find that I am enthusiastic and deeply compassionate. I strive to create a comfortable, safe and nonjudgemental environment.
I come from a Military Family and would be honored to support Veterans and their loved ones.
As a licensed professional counselor, I believe in helping clients collaboratively work through the course of their treatment, regardless of where they are in their healing process. I provide a welcoming environment and assist with improving overall quality of life utilizing a strengths-based, person- centered approach. I am trained in and utilize various treatment modalities, inclusive of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing. Those that work with me find that I am enthusiastic and deeply compassionate. I strive to create a comfortable, safe and nonjudgemental environment.
Melissa Leigh Costanzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
I offer support through developmental stages of childhood, dissolution of marriage and family care giving.
I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2002. Much of my career has been working with children & teens in conjunction with their families as well as individual adult clients & couples, providing clinical treatment, support & psyho-education. As a graduate of University St Joseph, West Hartford, CT in Marriage & Family Therapy, I gained a greater understanding of the effects symptoms have on & are effected by family members. I utilize a Solution Focused therapy approach providing short term goal oriented sessions. In addition, I seek to establish boundaries & open communication in families increasing functionlevel
I offer support through developmental stages of childhood, dissolution of marriage and family care giving.
I have been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 2002. Much of my career has been working with children & teens in conjunction with their families as well as individual adult clients & couples, providing clinical treatment, support & psyho-education. As a graduate of University St Joseph, West Hartford, CT in Marriage & Family Therapy, I gained a greater understanding of the effects symptoms have on & are effected by family members. I utilize a Solution Focused therapy approach providing short term goal oriented sessions. In addition, I seek to establish boundaries & open communication in families increasing functionlevel
Pamela R. Aiken
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RN
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
During my more than 10 years as a Marriage and Family Therapist I have worked in outpatient, in-home, and other community settings, focused on several areas, including addictions, trauma, domestic violence, and grief and loss.
I have had the privilege and the pleasure of working with families,couples and individuals of all ages for more than 25 years, initially as a Registered Nurse and currently as a Marriage and Family Therapist. In my practice I strive to instill hope in all of the individuals I work with, that healing and change can occur. This is done by creating a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive environment. I want to offer you the therapy that you deserve, as we work together to help you reach your goals.
During my more than 10 years as a Marriage and Family Therapist I have worked in outpatient, in-home, and other community settings, focused on several areas, including addictions, trauma, domestic violence, and grief and loss.
I have had the privilege and the pleasure of working with families,couples and individuals of all ages for more than 25 years, initially as a Registered Nurse and currently as a Marriage and Family Therapist. In my practice I strive to instill hope in all of the individuals I work with, that healing and change can occur. This is done by creating a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive environment. I want to offer you the therapy that you deserve, as we work together to help you reach your goals.
Audrey Elbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
My educational background includes a BA in Psychology and a MA in Marriage & Family Therapy with a concurrent specialization in Gestalt from Southern Connecticut State University.
When you are experiencing stress, it is common to feel lost and unsure. My passion is helping people heal and grow from conflict; whether that's family, marital, major life changes or general feelings of being overwhelmed/stressed. I have dedicated my career to helping people of all kinds, including teens, adults, couples and families. With the extensive evidenced based therapy training and years of experience I have received, I can offer quality treatment. To make it even more convenient to receive quality treatment in the comfort of your own home, I offer online exclusively.
My educational background includes a BA in Psychology and a MA in Marriage & Family Therapy with a concurrent specialization in Gestalt from Southern Connecticut State University.
When you are experiencing stress, it is common to feel lost and unsure. My passion is helping people heal and grow from conflict; whether that's family, marital, major life changes or general feelings of being overwhelmed/stressed. I have dedicated my career to helping people of all kinds, including teens, adults, couples and families. With the extensive evidenced based therapy training and years of experience I have received, I can offer quality treatment. To make it even more convenient to receive quality treatment in the comfort of your own home, I offer online exclusively.
Helping Hands Behavioral Health and Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, multidimensional family therapy, and supportive counseling.
This provider is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. She works with young adults, older adults, and families who are grappling with the circumstances of life. She believes it is critical to develop an authentic relationship with you that is authentic and fosters a sense of trust as you begin to engage in the therapeutic process.
I utilize a range of therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, multidimensional family therapy, and supportive counseling.
This provider is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. She works with young adults, older adults, and families who are grappling with the circumstances of life. She believes it is critical to develop an authentic relationship with you that is authentic and fosters a sense of trust as you begin to engage in the therapeutic process.
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My background as a Marriage and Family Therapist has shaped the work I do to help individuals, couples, and families with issues such as anxiety, depression, communication, family conflict, child and adolescent development, parenting, substance abuse, addictions, co-dependency, grief and loss, trauma, anger, divorce, blended families, and infidelity.
Finding the right therapist is the first step in getting to the place you want to be. Whether for personal growth, a relationship or family issue, healing from loss or past trauma, the relationship developed with your therapist is an important part of this process. My approach to working with people is to provide a comfortable space to collaborate towards reaching your goals. Together we will lay the groundwork necessary to develop solutions to meet your needs.
My background as a Marriage and Family Therapist has shaped the work I do to help individuals, couples, and families with issues such as anxiety, depression, communication, family conflict, child and adolescent development, parenting, substance abuse, addictions, co-dependency, grief and loss, trauma, anger, divorce, blended families, and infidelity.
Finding the right therapist is the first step in getting to the place you want to be. Whether for personal growth, a relationship or family issue, healing from loss or past trauma, the relationship developed with your therapist is an important part of this process. My approach to working with people is to provide a comfortable space to collaborate towards reaching your goals. Together we will lay the groundwork necessary to develop solutions to meet your needs.
I enjoy spending time doing outdoor activities with my family and practicing Yoga.
Accepting new clients in Wallingford. Appointments available Tuesdays at 10 and Thursdays at 12. Are you looking for a private and relaxing atmosphere where you can receive individualized counseling for yourself? I have significant experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma in their lives.
I enjoy spending time doing outdoor activities with my family and practicing Yoga.
Accepting new clients in Wallingford. Appointments available Tuesdays at 10 and Thursdays at 12. Are you looking for a private and relaxing atmosphere where you can receive individualized counseling for yourself? I have significant experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma in their lives.
I provide individual, couples and family therapy for people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, grief, parenting support, couples in conflict looking to improve the relationship.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to help clients achieve their goals. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and positive space to help clients reach their full potential.
I provide individual, couples and family therapy for people suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, grief, parenting support, couples in conflict looking to improve the relationship.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to help clients achieve their goals. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and positive space to help clients reach their full potential.
Deanna Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with depression, anxiety, life stage transitions, addiction, relationship issues, family conflict, child and adolescent development issues, and perinatal mood disorders.
*Accepting New Clients* If you're feeling anxious and overwhelmed, or like the small stuff seems bigger than it should, you're not alone. Reaching out for help is the first step towards healing and obtaining inner peace. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which to address the issues that are weighing you down so that you may lead a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
I have experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with depression, anxiety, life stage transitions, addiction, relationship issues, family conflict, child and adolescent development issues, and perinatal mood disorders.
*Accepting New Clients* If you're feeling anxious and overwhelmed, or like the small stuff seems bigger than it should, you're not alone. Reaching out for help is the first step towards healing and obtaining inner peace. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which to address the issues that are weighing you down so that you may lead a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
I have 20+ years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples on various isuues, such as anxiety, depression, communication enhancement and healthy relationships, grief and loss, substance abuse, anger management, divorce in the family, etc.
It takes a lot of courage and strength to enter therapy. I provide a safe, supportive, and positive environment where the sources of stress and life difficulties would be identified. Ways to work through and overcome life challenges would then be presented and focused on with the goal of improving one's life one step at a time.
I have 20+ years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples on various isuues, such as anxiety, depression, communication enhancement and healthy relationships, grief and loss, substance abuse, anger management, divorce in the family, etc.
It takes a lot of courage and strength to enter therapy. I provide a safe, supportive, and positive environment where the sources of stress and life difficulties would be identified. Ways to work through and overcome life challenges would then be presented and focused on with the goal of improving one's life one step at a time.
Olivia Goforth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
I am trained in: CBT, DBT, Multi-dimensional family therapy, trauma informed modalities including ARC, cognitive restructuring for PTSD, and TF-CBT.
Seeking therapy can be an undertaking that brings on uncertainties about discussing the challenges of life. I am a licensed clinical social worker and a practitioner that is passionate about helping people restore hope and practically enhance their lives. I have professionally practiced in the field for 14 years. Through my work, I am committed to helping people overcome depression, anxiety, addictions, familial and relational conflict, grief and loss, trauma, as well as additional stressors that can cause limits in daily functioning.
I am trained in: CBT, DBT, Multi-dimensional family therapy, trauma informed modalities including ARC, cognitive restructuring for PTSD, and TF-CBT.
Seeking therapy can be an undertaking that brings on uncertainties about discussing the challenges of life. I am a licensed clinical social worker and a practitioner that is passionate about helping people restore hope and practically enhance their lives. I have professionally practiced in the field for 14 years. Through my work, I am committed to helping people overcome depression, anxiety, addictions, familial and relational conflict, grief and loss, trauma, as well as additional stressors that can cause limits in daily functioning.
Typically, clients that I work with are family issues, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem building.
Hi! My name is Jaime Bohan and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor. In my counseling sessions, I offer compassion and positive regard which helps individuals explore topics, challenge negative beliefs and reframe unhealthy thoughts. Clients can expect a partnership, a judgement free space with opportunity for insight, acceptance and understanding. Approach for providing therapy is an integrative/holistic style. Depending on where our journey will take us, different approaches may be utilized, such as cognitive behavioral, and humanistic approaches.
Typically, clients that I work with are family issues, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem building.
Hi! My name is Jaime Bohan and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor. In my counseling sessions, I offer compassion and positive regard which helps individuals explore topics, challenge negative beliefs and reframe unhealthy thoughts. Clients can expect a partnership, a judgement free space with opportunity for insight, acceptance and understanding. Approach for providing therapy is an integrative/holistic style. Depending on where our journey will take us, different approaches may be utilized, such as cognitive behavioral, and humanistic approaches.
Melissa Testa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
My experience includes, but is not limited to, working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, mood lability, trauma, low self-esteem, daily stress, life transitions, divorce, family issues, and interpersonal conflicts.
Hi, my name is Melissa Testa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. With a genuine desire to empower individuals to overcome their challenges, I have honed my skills in outpatient strength-based, person-centered therapy. I provide a safe place for positive change to improve each person's quality of life, based on their individual needs and goals.
My experience includes, but is not limited to, working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, mood lability, trauma, low self-esteem, daily stress, life transitions, divorce, family issues, and interpersonal conflicts.
Hi, my name is Melissa Testa, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience. With a genuine desire to empower individuals to overcome their challenges, I have honed my skills in outpatient strength-based, person-centered therapy. I provide a safe place for positive change to improve each person's quality of life, based on their individual needs and goals.
Nicole Gentili
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010 (Online Only)
My clinical approach draws mainly from humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT and family systems theories.
Hello! I’m Nicole Gentili, LCSW and I’ve been a clinician, supervisor and leader in mental health for 20 years. My style is approachable, strengths-based, optimistic and creative. I work with clients of all ages and have extensive experience with youth, families and anxiety disorders. The best part of my job is building meaningful, healing connections with my clients.
My clinical approach draws mainly from humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT and family systems theories.
Hello! I’m Nicole Gentili, LCSW and I’ve been a clinician, supervisor and leader in mental health for 20 years. My style is approachable, strengths-based, optimistic and creative. I work with clients of all ages and have extensive experience with youth, families and anxiety disorders. The best part of my job is building meaningful, healing connections with my clients.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.