Therapists in 06103

Is your family struggling to connect? Do you feel like the older your children get, the more difficult it is to communicate? Has your family experienced domestic violence or substance abuse? You want a harmonious home with shared experiences that foster close relationships. Maybe you feel lost and unsure of what to do. Family therapy can help your family connect through effective communication, boundary setting, and trauma healing.

I focus on short-term solution-focused treatment. My first step will be active listening and connecting with you, hearing your problems. We will discuss your expectations for therapy and formulate a goal and plan. I work with a lot of mindfulness and meditation techniques and mind-body awareness. My goal is to help you reduce anxiety and stress. I will help you become aware of issues and help to heal them by making active collaborative dialogue and changes.

In working with me, my hope is that you will feel cared for, seen and understood. My style is warm and empathetic, but I am also very direct and solution-focused. My initial career in the theatre, ignited my interest in what both motivates and challenges us as human beings. Personal loss of great magnitude inspired a new career path for me, helping others navigate change, life transitions, and move toward personal growth and satisfaction in their lives. I love when clients gain self-awareness, improve their interpersonal relationships, reduce or eliminate stress and anxiety, and identify and actualize their goals.

I have been a therapist for over 15 years, and find the most effective treatment is collaborative and tailored to your goals and needs. Whether you are coming to learn new coping strategies, change unhelpful patterns, or process traumatic and painful life events, we will work together to make sure that we are always solution-focused and moving toward health and wellness. We cannot always choose what happens to us, or how the body responds to its environment, but we can learn to reframe, manage, and better process experiences. I can help you gain skills and insights to feel more at peace, in control, and present.

I am formally trained in Solution-focused therapy, but I utilize a variety of theory-based treatment options depending on the individual. I like to think of myself as someone who can provide the client with a toolbox that can be filled with a variety of different tools for varying situations. The end goal is that clients have the proper tools to use once we are no longer together in a therapeutic relationship.

Are you struggling with anxiety or depression and want to develop coping strategies that work once you leave your therapy session? Are you navigating a life transition that leaves you feeling out of control? Are you a person with autism spectrum disorder in need of support to help you live your best life? You want tools that work in your real life when you’re triggered or confronted by situations that worsen your anxiety. You want to feel in control of your emotions, your environment, and your life. Therapy focused on finding real solutions can help you address your mental health issues so you can get back to building your life.

I specialize in working with individuals who may be experiencing some sort of transition or change in their lives. This may include issues related to work, depression/anxiety and/or sexual/gender orientation. I began my career as an independent counselor and over time, transitioned into a corporate healthcare setting. I utilize a 'coaching' approach which focuses on current issues and the creating of real-time strategies to address these issues. My clients are often focused on career issues, work/life balance and the search for an understanding of oneself more fully.

I have worked with people experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and life-changing situations. I am committed to supporting you during this process to reach your goal of self-awareness, self-esteem, and self-control so that you can positively change your relationship with yourself and others.

Do you currently feel stuck and overwhelmed and not sure how to move forward? Your in the right place..I can help! I truly believe you can have a life of abundance and happiness with tools and support along the way. I believe the therapeutic relationship along with a strengths based perspective is one of the best ways to overcome fear, anxiety and depression. I am as real as it comes and my approach is authentic and transparent. I use humor where needed and help my clients come to realize their full potential.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and I work with my clients to set personalized goals and develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your individual needs. I am a Masters level clinician licensed in both Connecticut and Florida, as well as a National Board Certified Counselor. I am the CEO and Lead Clinician of Omata LLC in business for the last 6 years.

I often enter therapy sessions with a relaxed and welcoming style and approach. As I meet individuals who are experiencing several difficulties that impair their ability to achieve their goals, I assist them in identifying strategies and techniques to utilize that will tackle these difficulties head-on and reduce the complications they experience. Through psychoeducation and relationship building, I collaborate with clients to create an environment that is enjoyable and open to the human experience which makes it easier to address any complication that arises.

I believe that emotional struggle is a natural part of the human experience and that everyone goes through periods of life that are difficult. I have many years of therapeutic experience in helping clients set and attain their own goals to successfully navigate periods of struggle with resilience. My style is warm and empathetic and I value meaningful connection with clients.

Accepting new clients! Therapy is a journey of discovery, and never one size fits all. Michelle will walk with you on this journey, meeting you where you are, and assisting you where needed, to get you where you want to be. Talking will only take you so far, the real work begins when you walk out that door/ turn off that video and face the area of concern(s) in your life. Making changes is not easy and everyone has different views and goals. Her job is to help support the client as they align their lifestyle to their goal, and provide a safe place for one to examine one's self and understand one's circumstances.

My style of therapy is to meet clients where they are in their journey. I believe that there are no "right/wrong" answers, rather we are faced with perspectives and choices in life. Together we can sort through feelings and logic to uncover your truth, thereby empowering you to understand yourself in new and refreshing ways. This person-centered approach focuses on strengths within and celebrates the accomplishments that may have been missed or overlooked. Together we will create new meaning that facilitates healing, growth, and lasting change. I invite you to explore with me.

I’ve been a therapist for over 10 years and it’s something I thoroughly enjoy. Helping people, supporting people, and connecting with people are things that make being a therapist so special. I’ve worked with young adults, adults, and couples throughout the years. I’ve enjoyed being able to talk with my clients openly and honestly, I find that connecting on a real level helps build trust and confidence in our therapeutic relationship.

I am a therapist that enjoys incorporating a little humor into my sessions with my clients as I feel it helps ease the potential discomfort that they might feel when coming to therapy. My goal is for the client to enjoy coming to therapy despite the work being difficult. I tell my clients that therapy is about processing past or current situations that they have experienced and it's about helping them grow into the people they want to be. I believe my clients can see how much I enjoy this profession and the fact that I am so privileged being the person they trust to confide in.

I focus on establishing relationships that meet individuals exactly where they are. Utilizing these connections, I delve beneath the surface to uncover and address underlying issues rather than merely treating symptoms. Employing elements from multiple theoretical approaches, I impart teachings on the functionality of every behavior. My philosophy centers on the belief that each person possesses an intrinsic self with the necessary tools for success in life. However, amidst life's challenges, difficulties, and transitions, I recognize that individuals may momentarily forget their strengths.

Are you having a difficult time navigating life's challenges? Is your mental health affecting daily life, work, and relationships? Are you seeking understanding and growth from therapy? Issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship struggles can make you feel like you are drowning. You feel like you can’t keep your head above water. Know that you don’t have to fight this alone. Jane has a heartfelt desire for every client to achieve positive change and personal development. Contact SMPsychotherapy & Counseling and connect with Jane.

I believe in a holistic, person-centered, and empathetic approach to therapy. I am passionate about guiding clients toward answering their own questions in an informed manner that helps shepherd them toward positive change. I believe therapy is not a "one size fits all" so I enjoy exploring what works for each individual.