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For 40 years I have worked with both private practice clients and school systems who are seeking practical remedies for a wide variety of individual, marital, parenting and extended family problems. My work is firmly rooted in family systems training and is best described as a process of establishing an accepting atmosphere in which specific and practical solutions to problems are collaboratively explored and developed between therapist and clients.

Education: Rutgers University Experience: I have over 20 years of experience working with a wide variety of populations, most notably preteens, teens, families, and adults. History of life coaching. Also holding a license as a Nursing Home Administrator, which has given me extensive knowledge in healthcare settings such as post-acute rehabilitation, dementia, ventilator dependency, and long-term care populations, along with end-stage renal disease and dialysis, palliative hospice care, and grief.

You may be considering talking to someone about a personal issue, are concerned about a relationship, or are interested in making a positive change. I am a clinical psychologist who works with older adolescents to adults on a variety of issues such as stress management, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, life transitions, or with individuals who simply need a boost in confidence in order to pursue their personal goals.

What if, instead of managing or running away from your suffering, you could heal the wounds at the core of it to the root? I have helped people do just this in my decades of work as depth psychotherapist, workshop leader, author, and speaker. In addition to working one-to-one with clients, I use my writing and speaking to help people understand how our own wounds and healing affect our world’s wounds and healing. Along with my first book, “Power Abused, Power Healed,” I recently published a new book, “How Did We Get Here?” exploring the real roots of the heart-breaking condition of our world, and how we can help heal those roots.

Emotions are human and universal. The way in which emotions are experienced are unique and vary from person to person. Intense emotions and life situations often leave people feeling alone and isolated in a world full of people. Asking for help is the most difficult task and takes an enormous amount of strength. My goal is to help you reach your goals, find ways to express emotions, manage thoughts and feel supported every step of the way.

I have been in practice for over 20 years working in a variety of treatment settings. I enjoy working with individuals and families from all walks of life. I have strong ties to the educational and medical communities and have an affinity for working with teenagers and adults. My social work training also includes a license and specialization in substance abuse disorders.

I enjoy working with clients who are experiencing life changes, such as depression, divorce and job difficulties. I do a lot of EAP work, dealing with workplace difficulties. I am also an SAP(Substance Abuse Professional), who does DWI evaluations and assesments for DOT referrals. I also work with teenagers,dealing with divorce issues and relationship problems. Much of my work deals with marriage and family issues. I have successfully helped many couples dealing with marital issues, and extramarital affairs. I have worked for the State of New York for many years, dealing with individuals with chronic mental illness.

Hello you! congratulations on taking your very first steps in searching for a therapist, as this is the beginning of that first great step. I am a first-generation graduate who wants to continue to break the stigmas of Mental Health and addiction. I obtained my undergraduate degree from the University of Bridgeport. Master's degree in Social work from Sacred Heart University. I possess over 20 years of experience working in the field. I have experience working with people who are formerly incarcerated, homeless, transgender, substance abuse, women and children, domestic violence, and people experiencing trauma.

Miranda Luis is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) who received a master’s degree in Psychology from Southern Connecticut and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sacred Heart University. Here she was also awarded the Outstanding Field Placement award. She has experience working with teenagers, young adults, adults & couples/families struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, grief, and life transitions along with other areas. She is also a military wife who has dedicated some of her counseling career to Crisis/Trauma counseling, working with PTSD/Trauma within all populations.

Hello, I am so glad you are here. Let me pour you a cup of tea or coffee, and let’s talk. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Whether you are here for yourself or your child, you have already taken the first step to focus on your mental health. Many people see therapy as a one-sided, rigid conversation with little to no ability to see each other as real people. I can promise you that is not what I offer. Starting therapy can be a challenging and anxiety-inducing task; that is where I come in. Take a moment, maybe a deep breath, and reach out to me to see how I can help.

Daytime Availability Only- Life presents us with challenges daily. It is how you meet these challenges that determines the quality and course of life. Are you overwhelmed, having feelings of anxiousness, sadness, depression or confusion? Maybe you are experiencing a loss or repeating self-defeating behaviors, or emotional patterns that lead to unhappiness in relationships, work or other areas of your life. My specialty areas include women's and relational issues, life transitions, depression, trauma, and stress/anxiety. If you are struggling and feel that some change needs to happen, I would like to be a resource for you.

For the past 18 years I have worked as a clinician and supervisor in schools, behavioral health agencies, and substance abuse facilities while maintaining a private practice in Brookfield, CT. As a result, my clinical approach, which is built on a solid foundation of family systems training, reflects all that I have learned along the way in my work with relationships, emotional problems, life changes, addictions, co-occurring disorders, trauma and other issues affecting individuals, couples, and families

Life is full of stressors, and these stressors probably got more complicated by surrounding crisis like the pandemic. YOU are not the only one; you are not alone in this. Help is always there for those who seek it. You could have anxiety or you could have gone through traumatic experience, and going through grief. You could be struggling with substance use, or have unmet goals of yours. I hope that you know the real value of counseling therapy. Although it has been recognized as a treatment for those who truly need it, it is also the road to learn how to cope with the points and situations we struggle with during our daily lives.

Every individual has been created with significant strengths and inner wisdom to have the life they desire. However lives negative experiences blind one to see those qualities that were instilled in their soul. It is imperative to be surrounded with significant support that will provide guidance and empowerment to see the strengths that are within. A therapist who will challenge our perspective, thoughts and teach skills and strategies to begin transforming the mind. As a bilingual therapist I like to empower my clients by focusing on their strengths, instilling hope and guiding them down a road to a new beginning.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years combined experience as a counselor and Behavior Therapist. Using a holistic approach, I provide psychotherapy and counseling for individuals. I can help you work through the things that are getting in the way in your life; including anxiety, depression, illness, conflict and self-esteem issues. I can help with feelings associated with divorce, illness, death, or even from the loss of a life that was planned or hoped for, but has changed. I also effectively work with parents who have children with autism, to create positive change.

Life is riddled with stressors, and these challenges may have become even more overwhelming due to recent crises such as the pandemic. Remember, you are not alone in this journey. Support and guidance are readily available for those seeking relief. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, have endured traumatic experiences, or are navigating through grief, whether you're battling substance use issues or striving to achieve unmet goals, counseling therapy holds immense value. If you're searching for a way to regain control over your mental well-being, counseling therapy can provide the tools and support you need to find your balance.

Do you have a child struggling at school or who may have ADHD? Or, do you have an elderly parent that may be showing the early signs of dementia/Alzheimer's disease? For both, a Neuropsychological Evaluation can help. My practice specializes in conducting targeted assessments to better understand your loved one's difficulties. I have extensive training in neurodevelopment and neurodegeneration, allowing me to see patients across the lifespan (6 to 90+ years old) with a variety of conditions (e.g., learning disorders, ADHD, autism, concussion/TBI, dementia, epilepsy, stroke, Parkinson's disease). Email me to discuss how I can help.

If you are looking for a classically trained psychodynamic therapist I may be the right choice for you. My approach is thoughtful, careful, direct, and collaborative, and reflects my experience working with individuals, groups, families, and couples. Prior to full time private practice I was a supervising clinician and psychotherapist for students at Harvard University. I've worked in child, adolescent, and adult inpatient and partial hospitalization programs.

I treat youth and adults with a range of issues including depression, suicidal ideation, trauma, anxiety, personality disorders and neuro-developmental disorders. I welcome LGBTQ+ and all clients from diverse backgrounds in efforts to help them navigate through life transitions. For my younger clients, I incorporate play therapy where together we will explore different areas to support emotional regulation, socio-emotional and foster self-esteem. I also highlights the importance of integrating the family unit in treatment to provide long-lasting change. Utilizing my 8+ years of experience I prioritize taking an integrative approach.