Therapists in Southington, CT

Above and Beyond Community Services, is a counseling and psychotherapy practice with locations in Waterbury and New Britain and serving surrounding communities. Our practitioner is a highly trained License Professional Counselor who specializes in treating a wide verity of mental health dysfunctions including anxiety, depression, personality disorders, spectrum disorder and ADHD/ADD. Above and Beyond Community Services provide individual psychotherapy treatment as well as family therapy to children, adolescents and adults.

As a licensed professional counselor, I believe in helping clients collaboratively work through the course of their treatment, regardless of where they are in their healing process. I provide a welcoming environment and assist with improving overall quality of life utilizing a strengths-based, person- centered approach. I am trained in and utilize various treatment modalities, inclusive of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing. Those that work with me find that I am enthusiastic and deeply compassionate. I strive to create a comfortable, safe and nonjudgemental environment.

The hypnotic approach to treatment is generally symptom-focused. It requires a structured time frame and use of trance in some form. Hypnosis is the preferred choice in dealing with many problems. It offers a unique ability in many cases as it deals with working through the unconscious mind. Hypnosis is an ancient art with a rich and varied history. It has been used to perform painless surgery, to ease childbirth, fear of flying, nail biting, fear of public speaking, headaches, insomnia, stress relief, dysphagia, past-life regression, sports performance, test performance, music performance and much more.

I am skilled in treating youth and adults of all ages, professionals in health care/ emergency services, couples requiring support, and treating multiple conditions that occur together. I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy which is designed for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder particularly Chronic PTSD. I am certified in Motivational Interviewing/Motivational Enhancement Therapy which is very helpful with trauma reaction behaviors like substance use and difficulty with personality or relationship development.

Hello, my name is Melanie Bellizzi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Connecticut and working with clients via telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents specializing in depression, anxiety, stress, and substance use disorders. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress to live a healthier life.

Our aim is to provide alternative and creative services in a supportive manner that provides long term measurable outcomes. Our clinical team is an experienced provider of Individual, Family, and Group Work. Services are provided by a Bilingual Spanish English multi-disciplinary, multi cultural team.

**Currently NOT accepting accepting virtual or in office appointments at this time.** I'm EMDR Certified and use other skills to work with individuals, families and youth dealing with difficult emotions, major life changes and loss. I have a great desire to assist individuals who may be dealing with court mandates, LGBT, trauma, anger management, domestic violence, substance use, sexual abuse, behavioral issues, ADHD and grief and loss of loved ones. Assist individuals and families to manage issues that impact mental health needs, mind/ body/ spirit connections and learning healthy coping skills to improve quality of life.

I am a Licensed Social Worker and a lifelong resident of Connecticut. I received a bachelor of science in social work from Southern Connecticut State University and went on to receive a master’s in social work from New York University in 2022. I am a highly skilled and compassionate therapist, committed to helping individuals and families overcome behavioral, mental health, and substance use challenges. My approach is grounded in a strengths-based perspective, emphasizing the importance of building on individual strengths and resilience. I have extensive experience working with ASD, ADHD, substance use disorder, and depression.

TTP Counseling is here to support your personal growth in life. We work with adults and children alike. Our combined training has merits in family/couples therapy, and Trauma, with applications in hospital, private, court, and other community settings. We are eager to support you to manifest the sustainable change you are seeking for your future. TTP Counseling endorses the use of specialized modalities like EMDR, IFS, CBT, PCIT (Parent Child Interaction Therapy) to increase parenting skills, and Solution Focused interventions. We are here for your journey, your change, and your progress!

I am certified to work with individuals starting at age 16, as well as couples and families. I have experience in working with clients who struggle with trauma (PTSD), anxiety, panic, ADHD (all types), depression, physical disabilities, and navigating the ADA legal system. I have over a decade of experience working with military families, legal issues, criminal issues, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy.

Relationships can be difficult - AND profoundly rewarding. My years of professional and personal experience allow me to support you in negotiating transitions, milestones, traumas and losses. I specialize in helping you balance the needs of the family with the demands of the workplace and/or schooling. My goal is to partner with you to shift your struggle as a perceived burden to struggle as an opportunity for growth. I want to empower you to love yourself and your life again and show you how much influence you have on your emotional choices. My practice is strength based with a firm emphasis on the therapist/client relationship.

You are not alone. Whatever issue you are facing, I believe we can become partners on a journey towards meeting your personal goals.

Come find relief for mind, body, and soul and release what no longer serves you. We would be developing discussion of dreams goals of what needs to happen immediately, challenges to the immediate, what is imagined at 6 months, one year, and for the lifespan! With time, we resource and strengthen self esteem and self-love. Come find out what no longer serves you in life and let my skills help you bravely face and leave behind those thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that keep you from what you truly you want out your life.

Nova Lux Counseling works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from traditional therapy from depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of the clients' individual needs.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA), I am trained in providing mental health counseling services to individuals, groups, couples and families. I am driven to help people with a diverse range of needs. Using a person-centered orientation to counseling, often coupled with a solution-focused approach, I have been described as warm, empathic and relatable. My primary commitment is to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity and acceptance. Through this foundation, where a safe, nonjudgmental environment is born, I believe healing is possible.

***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS-- CALL TODAY!!!*** At Perception Programs Behavioral Health Centers, it is our mission to provide you with compassionate, quality care in a supportive, safe, and open environment. We will help you to explore challenges, maximize strengths, and move towards the life you want. We offer holistic individual, family, and group therapy, as well as medication consultation and management. Currently offering services at at our Adult PATH Counseling Center in Willimantic at our new state of the art building. Contact us today!

A safe therapeutic space is critical to the therapy experience so that the individual feels heard, understood, and supported while learning skills to navigate life’s challenges. During events of high stress, anxiety, and uncertainty, Maria’s approach is warm and caring, as she encourages open communication, collaboration, and participation. Maria has extensive experience working with adults, well as with and children with Autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. She is passionate about providing effective support, working to understand the unique perspective of each individual.