Welcome! I am open and affirming to all adults. My office is physically challenged accessible, as I believe all should have equal opportunities. I practice Holistic Psychotherapy, helping you connect your past events to your present day behaviors, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helping you turn your negative thoughts into positive ones, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy, which helps you accept the present moment for what it is. Talk Therapy is also important to purge our feelings in a safe space, while learning strategies. I also offer Spiritual counseling for those struggling in the awakening process.

*Currently full* Due to COVID-19, these are uncertain times for everyone & many people are anxious and scared. I am a licensed clinical social worker/psychotherapist with 16 years of experience in all areas of mental health, treating clients aged 17-95. At my practice, Evolve Holistic Therapy, LLC, my goal is to help you heal & reach your highest potential. For your safety & comfort, I offer teletherapy online or in-person sessions. I will help you learn skills to manage stress & anxiety, and improve your life & relationships. We will journey together towards your best version of yourself and to calmness & serenity.

I specialize in working with youth, adolescents, adults and families struggling with an array of mental health needs and relational impairments related to trauma, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, addiction, anger/aggression, family discord, defiance/non-compliance, interpersonal conflict, life transitions, self-esteem, motivation, and spirituality. I am committed to providing my clients with a safe space to explore their inner experience(s) and the impact it has on their current functioning and overall well-being.

Counseling is not one size fits all, thus it is imperative to meet the unique need of each individual in order to achieve healing. My goal is to provide a safe, accepting, and trusting environment for individuals to explore and identify their own person goals for counseling. This will assist with identifying and managing various ways to improve communication skills, coping skills, and much more.

If you are ready to talk, I am ready to listen! Dealing with depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, and any other issues that affect our daily life is not easy. You are not alone, my aim is to provide you with a safe space to express what you feel and think and help you find your way. My passion is to help you feel better. Feeling broken is a very familiar feeling, because I know how it feels, I know I can help. Call me or message me today!

I have over 20+ years of experience working with diverse populations in a variety of settings including the church, behavioral health, public school, nonprofits, and foster care. Many changes occur as families grow and develop with the passing years. My goal is to assist you in navigating such transitions. I offer an eclectic, client-centered and strengths-based approach tailored to the unique needs of the individual, family or group. In a judgment-free​ environment of compassion & warmth, I offer support to help individuals and families overcome obstacles to move forward and thrive. I serve teens, adults, individuals, and families

For as long as I can remember I wanted to help people. I grew up in a family of helpers.Seeking help requires self reflection, faith in others, and a desire to be better. It is a humbling experience to ask for help, but it requires great strength. I am looking to help YOU. If you have trouble with anxiety, depression, school, work /life stress, or just trouble with the day to day task, let me help YOU. Life can be hard, and things happen that dull our shine. lets work together in bringing back you shine.

I love to support people who see themselves as a spiritual being having a human experience. You will feel empowered and supported as I help you to believe in your unique gift of self. Life is a mirror to lessons needed in self-love and self-justice in the areas of relationships, career, health and finance.With my intuitive abilities I will help you to have clarity about these lessons and what steps to take forward. You are meant to enjoy the journey of life! I will help you to have a discipline of positive believing and centering mindfulness practices.

The adolescent and young adult stage should be some of the most exciting years of our lives although due to the pressures from peer groups, getting good grades, planning for college and career, this period of life can become very overwhelming and often extremely difficult. I am a licensed clinical social worker based in Wethersfield, Connecticut who has 10+ years experience working with teens and young adults who are struggling with all aspects of life. My areas of focus include peer/parental relationships, self esteem issues, life transitions, life skills, career counseling, anxiety and depression.

From young adults to seasoned adults there are various stages in life. Some are planned and some are unexpected. During the transitions it can be a challenge for everyone. But there is no progress without change. We can go on a journey of discovering your true authentic self and Triumph Through every Transition in life!

Challenging seasons have a way of finding us and suddenly we are walking down a path we never intended to venture. Is it time for an emotional tuneup in an area of your life that you have hoped for years would go away on its own? Perhaps your story includes traumatic memories that shape your current experience, addiction to substances/compulsive behaviors, divorce, regret, or unexpected illness/chronic pain. Whatever your unique story is today, you do not have to travel alone. I also want to assure you that seasons can and do change. Facing your situation in a supported therapeutic environment is one major key to a brighter path.

My name is Shamar Young a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Our Community Counseling, LLC. As a native of Bridgeport, CT, I am very familiar with the needs of urban youth populations and was confronted as a teen with life's decisions and consequences. I hold a Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University in NYC with a concentration in Client-Centered Management. Our Community Counseling is invested in addressing the social-emotional needs of youths. adults and families in an effort to equip individuals with the tools they need to successfully navigate life and conquer every obstacle.

Have you been feeling stuck, down, frustrated, or just plain overwhelmed with life stressors? Well I welcome you to begin a new journey with me. I believe that working with me will not only be a comforting experience but also a joyful one. We will share laughter, tears, and every emotion in between. I am here to walk with you every step of the way and to assist you in a genuinely empathetic way. I want to be able to build a trusting relationship because I believe in healing and defying the odds. I believe wholeheartedly that you are the author of your own life and that no one holds the pen but you.

We serve the safety sensitive population and address mental health and emotional disorders, substance use disorders and recovery. We are attentive to client specific needs, identifying the issues with the client and listening carefully without judgement. Resolutions are met collaboratively, relationship building is key. Support with Mental Health and/or Addiction Recovery process. We are Reality based and Solution Focused. Lisa is also in recovery and facilitates co-occurring recovery groups-contact us for information.

I became a therapist because I believe in helping people heal from their emotional pain, so they can live happier, healthier, and more productive lives. If you or someone you care about is struggling with: RELATIONSHIP CONFLICT, DEPRESSION, STRESS / ANXIETY, or ANGER I may be the right therapist for you.

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

In my practice, I work with people who have spiritual distress, who question the meaning of life, have relationship and behavioral issues, and other crises of life. Spiritual distress and spiritual well-being can have a significant impact on key health measures. Spiritual distress indicators include spiritual pain, spiritual alienation, spiritual anxiety, spiritual guilt, spiritual despair. Spiritual well-being reduces despair, depression, the wish to die, and improves the quality of life. Experiencing spiritual distress? It is important that you find support and resources to help you to manage and reduce your distress or crises.

I am a counselor who believes in a holistic approach to treatment and meeting the client where they are at and assisting them in where the need to be- Their ultimate level of functioning mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with adolescents and adults. In addition to this, I am licensed in the state of Massachusetts and Rhode Island to practice clinical psychotherapy. I have specialized training in clinical therapeutic modalities. Specialty areas for adults include life coaching, mental health, depression, domestic violence, trauma, loss, anxiety, adolescent behavioral and social development problems, (bicultural and biracial issues), relationship counseling and personality disorders. I find that therapy works best in a partnership.

I have found that individuals can get stuck in destructive patterns that are often difficult to perceive. I believe that by sharing the situation with a trained and caring professional, in an atmosphere of unconditional respect, new insights can be gained that lead to changed lives and restored hope. I specialize in treating the broad range of issues related to substance abuse. This includes after-care for those seeking recovery, spouses and children caught in the family system of addiction, co-dependency and relationship issues, and depression/ anxiety that often accompany substance abuse.