First Step Wellness

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCMHC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

4 Endorsed

412 MAIN STREET, First Step Wellness Counseling Center, Danbury, CT 06810

(475) 329-1943

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Well done! You’ve taken an important first step toward wellness. By seeking a therapist, you demonstrate courage, strength and readiness to claim the happiness and peace you deserve. The first step of any journey can feel daunting, but you have already begun! Whether you struggle from anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, grief, or just a sense of feeling “off,” there is freedom from these burdens. Emotional or psychological stress can make us feel misunderstood and alone. The good news is, no matter how overwhelmed you feel, no matter how chaotic your circumstances are, you can take control over your emotional health.

Life experience has taught me the importance of self-worth. Identifying strengths and core values is often the key to discovering one’s innate ability to overcome negative moods, dysfunctional behaviors and futile responses to life’s challenges. I take vested interested in guiding adults and teens on their journey toward authenticity and eventual peace.

Many years ago, I struggled. While our experiences may not be the same, I can testify to the benefits of counseling. Back then, I never would have seen myself returning to school for a master’s in counseling, but it was a therapist who filled me with hope and empowered me to rise above my circumstances. I am honored for the chance to pay that forward.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email First Step Wellness now - (475) 329-1943

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

412 MAIN STREET

First Step Wellness Counseling Center

Danbury, CT 06810

(475) 329-1943

Offering HIPPA Compliant Telehealth online video sessions upon request! Accepting new clients. Please contact me to make arrangements.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (475) 329-1943

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

412 MAIN STREET

First Step Wellness Counseling Center

Danbury, CT 06810

(475) 329-1943

Offering HIPPA Compliant Telehealth online video sessions upon request! Accepting new clients. Please contact me to make arrangements.

I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Self Esteem

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $225
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Pay by Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
ConnectiCare
HUSKY Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Optum
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

As a courtesy, we file ins. company claims and bill clients for deductibles or copays. We require a credit card be kept on file

Email us or call with questions - (475) 329-1943

First Step Wellness

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCMHC

As a courtesy, we file ins. company claims and bill clients for deductibles or copays. We require a credit card be kept on file

Email us or call with questions - (475) 329-1943

First Step Wellness

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCMHC

Qualifications

Licensed Professional Counselor: Susan Janerico

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Connecticut / 005058 Susan Janerico
In Practice for 5 Years
Certificate from American Counseling Association 6496797 / 2018
Certificate from Connecticut Counseling Association 2018
Attended Crown College, Graduated 2019

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (475) 329-1943

First Step Wellness

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCMHC

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (475) 329-1943

First Step Wellness

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCMHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Self Esteem

Expertise

Bipolar Disorder
Bisexual
Codependency
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Impulse Control Disorders
Infidelity
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Personality Disorders
Relationship Issues
Spirituality
Thinking Disorders
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

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First Step Wellness

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCMHC

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (475) 329-1943

First Step Wellness

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCMHC

4 Endorsements

Michael Proebstle

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC

Susan is an amazing clinician with the rare ability to quickly and profoundly understand your needs. Susan's compassionate heart and excellent clinical skills will help you discover the strengths you possess within, and she will skillfully guide you into h...