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Alexandra Mercado
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Hartford, CT 06118  (Online Only)
As a licensed professional counselor specializing in the holistic well-being of adolescents and adults, I am dedicated to supporting individuals facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, family conflict, relationship issues, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, women's issues, and anger management difficulties. In my practice, I exclusively offer telehealth services, ensuring accessibility and flexibility for all clients. Embracing a client-centered approach, I prioritize your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
As a licensed professional counselor specializing in the holistic well-being of adolescents and adults, I am dedicated to supporting individuals facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, family conflict, relationship issues, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, women's issues, and anger management difficulties. In my practice, I exclusively offer telehealth services, ensuring accessibility and flexibility for all clients. Embracing a client-centered approach, I prioritize your unique needs, experiences, and goals.
(860) 851-3593 View (860) 851-3593
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Shanda N Comeaux
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Hartford, CT 06118
Looking for hopeful conversations? Hi- My name is Shanda Comeaux, LCSW. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. I have previously worked at CCMC Emergency Psychiatric Medicine team, local school districts, Juvenile Court Support Services Division, child welfare and school based health clinics. I currently provide in-home and outpatient counseling services in private practice. I am also certified by International Association of Trauma Professionals to provide trauma treatment. All "Restoration begins within!" I would love to help you start that journey at Catherine's Heart Counseling Services.
Looking for hopeful conversations? Hi- My name is Shanda Comeaux, LCSW. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. I have previously worked at CCMC Emergency Psychiatric Medicine team, local school districts, Juvenile Court Support Services Division, child welfare and school based health clinics. I currently provide in-home and outpatient counseling services in private practice. I am also certified by International Association of Trauma Professionals to provide trauma treatment. All "Restoration begins within!" I would love to help you start that journey at Catherine's Heart Counseling Services.
(860) 200-3989 View (860) 200-3989
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Ivette Betancourt
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Hartford, CT 06118
Hi, I am Ivette Betancourt, Hablo, Español, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over thirty years of experience in therapy and Social work in the Hartford area. I work with couples, individuals, families and children. The last 10 years I have been a dedicated clinician/ and supervisor. I am bilingual in both Spanish and English, bicultural, and able to work with a number of different cultures and beliefs. If you are looking for a patient, empathetic, non-judgmental clinician with a great sense of humor, you have found her. I would love to learn your story. Call me 860-881-9856.
Hi, I am Ivette Betancourt, Hablo, Español, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over thirty years of experience in therapy and Social work in the Hartford area. I work with couples, individuals, families and children. The last 10 years I have been a dedicated clinician/ and supervisor. I am bilingual in both Spanish and English, bicultural, and able to work with a number of different cultures and beliefs. If you are looking for a patient, empathetic, non-judgmental clinician with a great sense of humor, you have found her. I would love to learn your story. Call me 860-881-9856.
(860) 631-5104 View (860) 631-5104
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SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
East Hartford, CT 06118
Now accepting new clients! Have you tried therapy more than once without success? Do you feel your mental health provider lacks empathy, and you feel emotionally disconnected from them? You are seeking empowerment from a compassionate therapist, where your experiences and concerns are heard. What if you found a way to manage your mental health with guidance from someone committed to understanding you? Let SMPsychotherapy and Counseling Services help you connect with the right person to achieve mental wellness and build the life you desire.
Now accepting new clients! Have you tried therapy more than once without success? Do you feel your mental health provider lacks empathy, and you feel emotionally disconnected from them? You are seeking empowerment from a compassionate therapist, where your experiences and concerns are heard. What if you found a way to manage your mental health with guidance from someone committed to understanding you? Let SMPsychotherapy and Counseling Services help you connect with the right person to achieve mental wellness and build the life you desire.
(860) 362-2403 View (860) 362-2403
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SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
East Hartford, CT 06118
Are you seeking a therapist who takes the time to understand you and your child’s unique mental health needs? SMPsychotherapy & Counseling welcomes individuals, couples, families, and children seeking support on their mental health journey. Facing diverse challenges, from anxiety and depression to navigating complex family dynamics, we are here to tailor a plan of action to get you and your family on the road to optimal mental well-being. We understand the unique needs of each individual and aim to be a guiding light on your path to emotional wellness.
Are you seeking a therapist who takes the time to understand you and your child’s unique mental health needs? SMPsychotherapy & Counseling welcomes individuals, couples, families, and children seeking support on their mental health journey. Facing diverse challenges, from anxiety and depression to navigating complex family dynamics, we are here to tailor a plan of action to get you and your family on the road to optimal mental well-being. We understand the unique needs of each individual and aim to be a guiding light on your path to emotional wellness.
(475) 265-5334 View (475) 265-5334
Women Family Health and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Hartford, CT 06118  (Online Only)
(475) 244-8494 View (475) 244-8494
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Quiñones Consulting & Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Hartford, CT 06118  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Small private practice, brief therapy approach, focusing on counseling and mental health services to older adolescents, adults and/or couples. My approach is strengths-based, solution oriented with a strong focus on personal/interpersonal skills and mindfulness.
Small private practice, brief therapy approach, focusing on counseling and mental health services to older adolescents, adults and/or couples. My approach is strengths-based, solution oriented with a strong focus on personal/interpersonal skills and mindfulness.
(860) 431-3057 View (860) 431-3057
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Katie McLarney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Hartford, CT 06118
Not accepting new clients
My ideal client is someone who is ready to work on themselves. Maybe the changes haven't started yet but you have the desire to make it happen. I've worked with such a wide range of people but the sessions I look forward to the most are those when people dig for their motivation to change and improve their lives for the better (however that is defined by YOU). I can help guide and explore change but the real work happens between our sessions. I have an open mind and can work well with many different people. I look forward to learning more about you!
My ideal client is someone who is ready to work on themselves. Maybe the changes haven't started yet but you have the desire to make it happen. I've worked with such a wide range of people but the sessions I look forward to the most are those when people dig for their motivation to change and improve their lives for the better (however that is defined by YOU). I can help guide and explore change but the real work happens between our sessions. I have an open mind and can work well with many different people. I look forward to learning more about you!
(860) 530-5425 View (860) 530-5425

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Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists

How does solution-focused therapy work?

The treatment works by helping a client notice which behaviors and thoughts have positive results on their lives and building a plan around how to maximise these strengths. Practitioners of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) believe that individuals already have the experience, wisdom, and resilience to create change in their lives, but may need a guide to help them realise which changes to make and how to make them.

Is solution-focused brief therapy evidence-based?

Yes. Solution-focused brief therapy has been extensively studied, and researchers find strong evidence that it’s an effective treatment for many behavioral and psychological concerns. This may be due to the uplifting nature and practicality of the treatment, which allows patients to employ strategies to reach their goals that are incremental and achievable.

How long does solution-focused brief therapy last?

Solution-focused brief therapy, as the name implies, is brief. The timeline may vary from person to person, given the challenges they face and their situation in life, but treatment is typically complete within four to eight sessions. This therapy type is a pragmatic one: it’s concerned more with “how” problems can be addressed and improved than getting to the root of “why” they exist in the first place.

Is solution-focused brief therapy a type of cognitive behavioral therapy?

Solution-focused brief therapy is related to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)in that both are pragmatic approaches that deal less with gaining a full understanding of the cause of a mental health problem and more with creating plans for how to cope with these problems and improve an individual’s day-to-day life. They are distinct, however, in that SFBT emphasises building on strengths and resources, while CBT focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors.