For over ten years I have been helping people learn better ways to cope and work through feelings of anxiety, frustration and even numbness. My goal is not only to help people reduce these overwhelming feelings but also improve the important relationships in their lives. I feel that it is an important part of the healing process to help individuals communicate more effectively with the people in their lives. Through being better able to express themselves, my clients' stress and feelings of isolation are reduced and their self-empowerment and self-confidence grow.

I am a traditionally trained clinical psychologist with 10 years of hospital experience and 20-plus years of private practice. Psychotherapy, I think, is still best described as part art and part science. Patients have to feel comfortable and be able to express themselves freely if they are going to derive much from therapy. Beyond that, my years of experience have given me an advantage I didn't have when I was younger: Even when a patient just starts therapy, their stories and problems often contain elements I have encountered before. Finally, it may be helpful to know that I am an active listener and an active responder.

I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed alcohol and drug counselor, who provides individual therapy to adults age 21 and older. I have more than 20 years' experience helping people who are struggling with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, grief and other major life challenges. My approach is interactive, collaborative and individualized. In therapy with me, you will have the opportunity to explore options for addressing your problems and to identify attainable goals for change and growth.

In my work as a therapist I seek to create an environment that is caring and supportive while allowing us to identify opportunities for growth and healing. My approach emphasizes skill-building, increasing insight and helping you to return to a life that is balanced, healthy and productive. By co-creating a therapeutic relationship based on trust and authenticity, I assist individuals in reaching their highest potentials. I have experience working with individuals from 3 years old throughout the lifespan impacted by challenges including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, trauma, family conflict, LGBTQ, and stress management.

For many of us deciding to enter a path of personal growth can be considered one of the most profound life experiences. My role as a therapist is to guide, witness, and support your unique experience. Together we will begin to uncover areas of your life that desire a sense of healing from self-destructive and limiting beliefs; and create hope for acceptance of self.

I work with adolescents and adults who are committed to improving their overall functioning in their daily lives. Mental health struggles, such as depression, anxiety, trauma and relational struggles, negatively impacts ones pursuit to happiness and success. My goal is to join with you to help you find your way to succeed in your pursuit to happiness and wellbeing.

If you are feeling "stuck", anxious, stressed, depressed, alone or some combination of these, my goal is to assist you in finding more peace and balance in your life. I have over 10 years’ experience working in child welfare, psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment facilities and private practice. I provide treatment to individuals, couples and families who are dealing with challenges that impact their relationships, mental health and well being. My therapeutic approach is integrative and solution focused empowering clients to overcome personal obstacles to improve their emotional wellness and achieve their goals.

*Daytime availability* I worked as a therapist & supervisor for a local community mental health agency for over 6 years, where I developed a specialty in working with adolescents, adults, & couples, particularly around anxiety, depression, relationships, boundaries, & self esteem. My ability & commitment to form trusting & genuine relationships with my clients is one of my strengths, and my hope is that we can develop a relationship that feels comfortable & grounding. It is my strong belief that you are the expert on you, and that by working together, we can explore the skills & knowledge within you.

IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE VIA TELE-HEALTH! We believe the things that help people recover, maintain and thrive are learnable/teachable skills that have the backing of sound, current scientific research. It's time to begin re-writing your story. Your wellness is our business. We make every attempt to meet each individual client where they are and allow people to reach a new potential. Take the chance and make contact with us today.

Since 2003, I have helped thousands of individuals and families overcome their behavioral health issues. My therapy is an evidence-based clinical program called Neuro-Emotive Cognitive Behavioral therapy (NE-CBT). Individuals are taught skills to change their thinking, feelings, and behaviors. In my clinical sessions, I teach skills and concepts (which corresponds with a therapy manual and support videos) while helping individuals adapt these skills into their lives so that they may experience relief from their symptoms and begin to make changes within their lives.

**Not accepting new clients at this time.** You feel like you're doing the best you can, but you're barely holding on. Anxiety and nightmares keep you up at night, you lash out at the ones you love, and you feel ashamed and alone. Sometimes you worry that you're losing your mind and it's getting harder to fake it. If you're struggling with PTSD, traumatic memories, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief and loss, or even "simple" life transitions, I can help you find hope, peace, and direction. You don't need to suffer alone; therapy can help you create the life you deserve. Together, let’s identify and resolve what is getting in the way.

**Not currently accepting new clients.** You've been thinking about counseling for a while, but have been too busy or distracted to make the call. Your anxiety is rising and you've exhausted all your ideas. You're tired, worried, and feeling alone. In these uncertain times, you need someone on your side. I can help. I provide nonjudgmental, holistic counseling to help you make the changes you're longing for. Starting therapy can be a stressful experience itself, but my goal is for you to feel comfortable and safe while we work together to create the beautiful, peaceful life you so richly deserve.

Welcoming new clients, specializing in children & adolescents. Right now you're frustrated because your child appears to be struggling. Your child may be experiencing an increase in symptoms of anxiety, anger, depression, or just an inability to focus on anything. You've tried all you can, but let's be real, in this pandemic we're all struggling. You are tapped out. And that's OK! I am here to support you and your child as we progress through this journey together. Our new normal is anything but normal. You don't know how best to help them, but you sure want to! Together we will figure this out. You are not alone.

I strongly believe that all children can succeed. With expertise in autism assessment, ADHD/attention, trauma/PTSD, dyslexia, learning disabilities & reactive attachment testing, our practice conducts evaluations from a neuropsychological functional medicine approach to figure out causes. We conduct assessments in-office & virtually. Our assessments provide insight into social functioning, memory, language, learning style, attention, organization, visual-motor functioning, processing speed & psychological processing styles. Our evaluations uniquely provide highly effective individualized strategies to optimize functioning.

Are you ready to move through some of the challenges that you or your child has been facing? As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist I believe that everyone has an innate ability to heal. Art Therapy, Expressive Arts Techniques, Psychotherapy, and Mindfulness Based practices help empower clients to integrate inner/outer disconnections of self, heal wounds and release stuck energies, in a safe environment. Art Therapy improves self-esteem, cultivates resilience, promotes insight, helps with emotional regulation, and increase overall well-being physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

I can offer counselling services ,therapy sections for addition , substance abuse, relationship problems.

My focus is on body-centered psychotherapy (integrating body, mind and spirit); my style is warm, empathic, direct and non-judgmental. I am committed to creating a safe, supportive environment in which your process can deepen and evolve. This occurs with the practice of awareness and acceptance of your inner world and personal truth, and leads to transformation.

There’s a part of you that feels like you’re about to ​🅴🆇🅿🅻🅾🅳🅴​​​​​​​! You're stuck in a repetitive cycle with little improvement. You find it hard to smile sometimes and it makes you wonder when peace will arrive. You’re burnt out, too tired to hang with friends, too overwhelmed to play with your kids and the sight of your significant other is not helping. How long will continue with these repetitive cycles? This isn’t a healthy way to live and if you continue you may end up resenting the world and yourself. Operating from a place of discomfort is never easy and finding the help you deserve can be even harder.

“Substance abuse and Mental illness has no face, age, creed or color; Addiction and Mental illness does not discriminate” I have vast experience working with individuals struggling with Substance Use Disorder and Mental illness. I am eager to go beyond the spectrum of stigma and discrimination to understand, curb and promote the relevant information to address this social ill - one that continues to plague individuals, families and the community as a whole. I am a fervent believer of compassion and progression.

SMPsychotherapy is a group private practice that provides ONLINE therapy to children, adolescents, adults, family and couples in the State of CT. We specialize in helping families improve their overall mental and emotional health in a non-judgmental environment that is culturally sensitive to help you navigate the challenges that life presents. Our services are strength oriented to help you identify coping mechanisms to manage symptoms related to depression, anxiety, high levels of stress that impact your everyday life. If you are struggling especially in these difficult times with COVID-19, you are in the right place.