I help people pinpoint challenges and problem areas to get "un-stuck". We do this through a comprehensive first session and identify those areas and pair them up with your goals. I utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques and skills driven by psychological research to help you thrive and develop your full potential.

Do you struggle with negative feelings about yourself? Or frequently compare yourself to others, always feeling less than? Or feel overwhelmed easily, flooded with constant worries that you can't rid your mind of? Do you find yourself in chronic cycles of addictive behavior (overeating, binging & purging, overusing alcohol or drugs, overspending. etc.) followed by feelings of guilt, shame, and depression? Are you always talking to yourself with "shoulds" or "what ifs"? Do you have low interest/motivation and find yourself avoiding responsibilities, self care or tasks that would actually make you feel good about yourself? I can help you!

Feel stuck, stressed, anxious, sad or angry? Find yourself repeating behaviors you wish you didn't or unable to communicate effectively? Maybe a combination of these? You are not alone. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can help you alleviate and better manage unwanted cycles of behaviors, thoughts and feelings long term. I specialize in effective communication and in reduction of anxiety, stress, anger, depression, addictive and self destructive behavior. I have helped many people increase their life fulfillment, balance, goal attainment and healing. I tailor treatment to your specific needs in a caring, safe and supportive space.

I am a clinician with over six years of experience working with adults and young adults. My training and experience have been focused around areas of substance abuse, trauma, grief and loss, and anxiety issues. I am licensed as both a clinical social worker and an alcohol and drug counselor. My therapeutic approach is supportive, strength-based, and directed by the goals of the client. I am currently accepting clients in the downtown New Haven office of Elm City Counseling for Saturday and early evening appointments.

My clients ranging in age from child to adult are referred for mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, poor self esteem, bullying, racial, family conflicts and histories of sexual, emotional and physical abuse and other forms of trauma. They are encouraged to work on relationship, educational and professional struggles. They are referred due to behavioral and academic problems in school. They are encouraged to explore their sexual identities. They are referred for counseling due to loss of a loved one through natural death or violence. I recommend that anyone interested, please contact me for a free telephone consultation.

At times life can be unusually painful, scary and confusing. With the COVID-19 virus we are living through such a time. Generally speaking, we may feel anxious, sad, discouraged and alone, and not know what to do. When someone listens to us carefully, we learn how to listen to ourselves, to our own inner life. Talking things out with someone in this special way can help us become clearer about who we are, our strengths and also our self-defeating ways, so we can move forward with an improved sense of self and direction.

I have been in the field for 35 years, and am on the faculty, Yale School of Medicine having worked in a wide array of settings with individuals, couples, families and groups including pre-teens - older adults and in prevention/health promotion. People come to therapy for all kinds of reasons - relationship problems, loss, feeling stressed, weight management - the list is endless and personal. I work to develop a supportive, trusting relationship and help guide people to more clearly understand what is troubling them, to move toward living more satisfying and productive lives.

My ideal client can be anyone. I approach counseling from a wellness model, which means that I believe that people are inherently good, and that people tend to thrive under the right conditions. I am most interested in creating deep and lasting changes, and for most people this is long-term work. My clients tend to find me warm and approachable, but also clear and direct in my communication.

Adolescence and young adulthood is one of the most challenging times during our lives. Struggling to manage symptoms of anxiety or overcome times of sadness can sometimes require a little extra help and that is where I come in. This time time-period is not only challenging for the individual, but also for families and I offer support services for both. While working with your teen or young adult to help them to better understand and manage their symptoms. I will also work with parents to better understand how you can best support and nurture your child through this difficult time.

In our complex world, making connections can be difficult. A sense of disconnection can result in feelings of anxiety and depression, a sense of being adrift, or a feeling of dissatisfaction in relationships. I will collaborate with you to set goals, explore the reasons that you might be experiencing challenges and utilize your strengths to overcome difficulties. I will help you to explore not only the "what" but also to understand the "why" of your life challenges, as well as your life's themes and patterns. I have been engaged in the practice of counseling or psychotherapy for over 30 years and consider it to be a vocation.

Carla E. Marin, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist and faculty member at the Yale Child Study Center Anxiety and Mood Disorders Program. Dr. Marin is expert in the assessment and treatment of anxiety and depression, including obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), selective mutism and school avoidance. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression and exposure response prevention for OCD. Dr. Marin also provides parent guidance using scientifically supported strategies to help parents support their children in reducing symptoms, and increasing the family's quality of life.

My Center for Progressive Treatment is best for substance-involved individuals and their loved ones who have not reached their goals with traditional treatment, especially those who are not inclined toward 12-step (AA or NA) approaches. We believe that you, the client, 1) know what treatment will work for you (you pick from a wide array of scientifically-proven treatments vs. the traditional idea that others should decide for you); 2) already have the power to change (vs. it comes from admitting powerlessness); and 3) are your own best source of motivation (vs. it comes from external pressure or a higher power).

Hello, and thanks for visiting my profile! I'm a licensed clinical psychologist, and I use evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance/mindfulness-based behavioral therapy, which research demonstrates to be effective treatments for a wide range of client issues. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders (including OCD and panic disorder), depression, adjustment problems, difficulty with life transitions, marital issues, career/academic stress, and relationship problems. I also really enjoy assisting with parenting issues, women's issues, and postpartum adjustment. I have a background in child clinical psychology so feel well equipped to help with parenting.

Life is hard. Sometimes it feels like you are the only one in possession of this truth. We are fellow travelers. Growing through the difficulties and challenges of life can sometimes leave us feeling alone, unseen and unloved. You sometimes begin to question yourself and wonder if you are your illness, your disease, your circumstance, your trauma. You are not! In my practice, I offer compassion and the reassurance that life is worth living even at the darkest times. I offer my expertise and guidance in developing effective coping skills in solving life's challenges, healing old wounds and recovering broken relationships.

Currently accepting new clients. Therapy should be a place that makes you feel safe and free from judgement. I honor your individuality. No matter what phase of life you are in, we can experience feelings of anxiety, loss, heartbreak, betrayal, and sadness. Relationships are essential in the process of healing and growth, but you must feel safe for healing and growth to begin. Through building trust, positivity, and perspective with me, my goal is to help you reach inner transformation.

I am a clinical psychologist who provides comprehensive psychological assessment (also known as psychological testing) for children, adolescents, and college-aged adults. Evaluations can identify learning problems, giftedness, intellectual disability, ADHD, executive functioning deficits, behavioral problems, mood disorders, and other issues. Testing batteries are individualized to meet your specific needs. A detailed written summary of findings with recommendations for school, treatment, and home is provided. Testing is often a critical part of developing appropriate school programming and treatment planning.

A therapeutic process can be, and often is, challenging and the prospect of beginning such a process can seem daunting. I have years of experience working with individuals who are either ambivalent or hopeless about changing their behavior despite wanting some kind of reprieve from their discomfort or pain. Whether struggling with anxiety (in its many forms), depression, matters of identity and transition, or issues related to masculinity, I would like to convey a hopeful sentiment that it is possible to overcome these (and many other) issues by engaging in an evidence-based, therapeutic process.

As a therapist, I take pleasure in using a humanistic approach to help individuals develop and gain the insight needed to explore how past, and present experiences impact their ability to manage life's daily stressors. Anxiety, feelings of depression, and unresolved traumatic events can often leave you feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. I strive to establish a therapeutic relationship that builds on trust, honesty, and compassion in an effort to help individuals manage their emotions and challenges in a positive effective way.

Working with adults and adolescents, I strive to engage in a collaborative, accepting, therapeutic process that combines the client's strengths with my experience in order to promote understanding and change. . .

You're struggling; you aren't feeling like yourself. You'd like to understand your own feelings or those of someone you love. Maybe you feel bogged down; you can't make decisions. Or you're hurting; you've suffered a loss and you don't know how to move forward. Perhaps you'd like to feel more genuine, comfortable, and happy in your close relationships. Or you're always worried; you can't fall asleep because your mind won't stop. You need tools and strategies. I am a seasoned, Yale-trained psychoIogist and I offer compassionate, responsive, effective therapy for people like you.