Therapists in West Hartford, CT
Purvi Shah Vanderploeg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107
Health psychology is a sub-specialty within clinical psychology that considers biological, psychological and social factors, and their interactions, as a way to understand physical and mental health and illness.
Welcome! You are destined to have a thriving life and if that is not what you are living right now, I can help! I partner with clients who are interested in growing and facing the barriers that get in the way of their health. Maybe you are struggling with depression or anxiety. Maybe you are living with a chronic disease that has changed how you live. Maybe you have some habits that are taking away from your health. I will work with you to gain an understanding and acceptance of what is going on, so we can then take action and move towards THRIVING!
Health psychology is a sub-specialty within clinical psychology that considers biological, psychological and social factors, and their interactions, as a way to understand physical and mental health and illness.
Welcome! You are destined to have a thriving life and if that is not what you are living right now, I can help! I partner with clients who are interested in growing and facing the barriers that get in the way of their health. Maybe you are struggling with depression or anxiety. Maybe you are living with a chronic disease that has changed how you live. Maybe you have some habits that are taking away from your health. I will work with you to gain an understanding and acceptance of what is going on, so we can then take action and move towards THRIVING!
Carla Alonge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress related to chronic illness or pain, you may find yourself feeling a sense of powerlessness. As a caretaker of someone experiencing mental or physical challenges, you may experience relentless responsibilities, coupled with witnessing a loved one's suffering. Constant decision-making and handling emergencies may be contributing to mental exhaustion and burnout.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, or stress related to chronic illness or pain, you may find yourself feeling a sense of powerlessness. As a caretaker of someone experiencing mental or physical challenges, you may experience relentless responsibilities, coupled with witnessing a loved one's suffering. Constant decision-making and handling emergencies may be contributing to mental exhaustion and burnout.
Althilia Moore Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, PhD can, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Hartford, CT 06119
Are you searching to embrace all of you? Have you experienced a traumatic event or lost a loved one due to health disparity, mental illness, experiencing racial conflict, divorce, high stressors, incarcerated, loss of a pet, etc.? Well, if so, I am here to meet you where you are. Have you questioned yourself and your answer is why? Together let's explore your "How?"
Are you searching to embrace all of you? Have you experienced a traumatic event or lost a loved one due to health disparity, mental illness, experiencing racial conflict, divorce, high stressors, incarcerated, loss of a pet, etc.? Well, if so, I am here to meet you where you are. Have you questioned yourself and your answer is why? Together let's explore your "How?"
Liza Beth Josephson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107
Whether it’s to tackle relationship or family difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, ADHD, or pain management, I draw on many strategies including Internal Family Systems; Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction; ACT; and cognitive, body- centered, and neuroscience- informed techniques help you get unstuck and moving in a more fulfilling direction.
If you feel like some parts of your life aren’t going the way you’d like them to go, therapy in a warm, supportive, and professional environment may help you get things moving in the right direction. I enjoy working with college-age students and adults, and I work together with each client to create an individualized approach based on your unique goals, strengths, challenges, and preferences.
Whether it’s to tackle relationship or family difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, ADHD, or pain management, I draw on many strategies including Internal Family Systems; Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction; ACT; and cognitive, body- centered, and neuroscience- informed techniques help you get unstuck and moving in a more fulfilling direction.
If you feel like some parts of your life aren’t going the way you’d like them to go, therapy in a warm, supportive, and professional environment may help you get things moving in the right direction. I enjoy working with college-age students and adults, and I work together with each client to create an individualized approach based on your unique goals, strengths, challenges, and preferences.
Robin Tucker Lapidus
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCSP
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06119
Are you, your child, or teen feeling stressed and seeking help? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Do you want to return to harmony and peace in your relationships/at work/within your family? I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults, and am committed to helping all individuals recognize their greatest potential. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, previously working as a school psychologist in public schools for over 25 years. I can help adults, children, and adolescents navigate difficult problems in their lives. Why don’t you give me a call or email me so we can discuss how I can help!
Are you, your child, or teen feeling stressed and seeking help? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Do you want to return to harmony and peace in your relationships/at work/within your family? I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults, and am committed to helping all individuals recognize their greatest potential. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, previously working as a school psychologist in public schools for over 25 years. I can help adults, children, and adolescents navigate difficult problems in their lives. Why don’t you give me a call or email me so we can discuss how I can help!
Allison Burke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06117
With over 12 years of experience as a psychotherapist, my greatest privilege is helping my clients discover their best selves. I want to help you live more in the moment, to make decisions confidently, to heal emotionally, and to thrive in your life, not just keep your head above water. Together we’ll work on identifying thoughts, patterns, and behaviors that aren’t serving you at the moment. We’ll create meaning where you’re feeling unsatisfied and find ways to communicate with the important people in your life so your needs can be met.
With over 12 years of experience as a psychotherapist, my greatest privilege is helping my clients discover their best selves. I want to help you live more in the moment, to make decisions confidently, to heal emotionally, and to thrive in your life, not just keep your head above water. Together we’ll work on identifying thoughts, patterns, and behaviors that aren’t serving you at the moment. We’ll create meaning where you’re feeling unsatisfied and find ways to communicate with the important people in your life so your needs can be met.
Kerri Zimmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06117 (Online Only)
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW, with more than 15 years of clinical experience. I work with people of all ages. I hold a Bachelors degree in psychology from the University of Miami, as well as a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW, with more than 15 years of clinical experience. I work with people of all ages. I hold a Bachelors degree in psychology from the University of Miami, as well as a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
Jim Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107
The fact that you are here and searching for a therapist is a sign of health. My promise is to make a safe place for you and really listen, support, and guide you. I am interested in your uniqueness, your hidden resources, strategies proven to work, mindfulness-based stress reduction, developing trust in one's internal guidance system, and practices that deepen a sense of connection and purpose. Our relationships are like a mirror where we can learn and grow and heal all wounds. When we have difficulties, we have rich opportunities. Short cut, pick up one of my books at www.JimHughes.org they reduce the need for psychiatric care.
The fact that you are here and searching for a therapist is a sign of health. My promise is to make a safe place for you and really listen, support, and guide you. I am interested in your uniqueness, your hidden resources, strategies proven to work, mindfulness-based stress reduction, developing trust in one's internal guidance system, and practices that deepen a sense of connection and purpose. Our relationships are like a mirror where we can learn and grow and heal all wounds. When we have difficulties, we have rich opportunities. Short cut, pick up one of my books at www.JimHughes.org they reduce the need for psychiatric care.
Shanique Daley
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
You may be finding that the pressure to excel in education, career, and relationships intensifies your emotional distress. At times you find yourself battling with self-doubt, questioning your abilities and worthiness. Seeking support can feel daunting, yet you recognize the need for guidance and understanding.
You may be finding that the pressure to excel in education, career, and relationships intensifies your emotional distress. At times you find yourself battling with self-doubt, questioning your abilities and worthiness. Seeking support can feel daunting, yet you recognize the need for guidance and understanding.
Marjorie Betances-Cueva
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
You may feel like life is full of uncertainties. You may be flooded with worries about the future, regrets about the past, and a constant stream of "what ifs" and "what have I done". Do you feel an ever present sense of unease, leaving you trapped in unproductive mental cycles?
You may feel like life is full of uncertainties. You may be flooded with worries about the future, regrets about the past, and a constant stream of "what ifs" and "what have I done". Do you feel an ever present sense of unease, leaving you trapped in unproductive mental cycles?
Robert J Hamm
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
I have always gained great satisfaction from helping people feel happier and in learning more effective ways to achieve more fulfilling lives. Those clients who are eager and open to learning more about themselves in order to achieve these goals benefit most from my approach as a therapist. I often focus, therefore, on insight, meaning, and symbols (including dream interpretation)in order to help clients establish a more positive and accepting perspective of themselves and others. In therapy, I work with obstacles against achieving these goals that include anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, and interpersonal and relationship issues.
I have always gained great satisfaction from helping people feel happier and in learning more effective ways to achieve more fulfilling lives. Those clients who are eager and open to learning more about themselves in order to achieve these goals benefit most from my approach as a therapist. I often focus, therefore, on insight, meaning, and symbols (including dream interpretation)in order to help clients establish a more positive and accepting perspective of themselves and others. In therapy, I work with obstacles against achieving these goals that include anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, and interpersonal and relationship issues.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
Navigating life can often feel like an uphill battle. Anxiety may feel like a constant companion, with worries and fears manifesting in a variety of ways. With the right support, you can learn strategies to help you cope with your anxiety and feel better.
Navigating life can often feel like an uphill battle. Anxiety may feel like a constant companion, with worries and fears manifesting in a variety of ways. With the right support, you can learn strategies to help you cope with your anxiety and feel better.
Kimberly Leak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
You may be looking for help navigating the thoughts or feelings that are weighing on your mind. Beneath the surface, you may be feeling sad, anxious, or uncertain. You recognize that you may need support to address these challenges.
You may be looking for help navigating the thoughts or feelings that are weighing on your mind. Beneath the surface, you may be feeling sad, anxious, or uncertain. You recognize that you may need support to address these challenges.
Maureen Jacquot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
You may be finding yourself in a state of uncertainty, surrounded by societal expectations and prejudices. Your fears of judgment, discrimination, or rejection are present in your daily interactions and relationships. It can feel like a delicate balance between self-discovery and societal acceptance, where each step towards progress feels challenging.
You may be finding yourself in a state of uncertainty, surrounded by societal expectations and prejudices. Your fears of judgment, discrimination, or rejection are present in your daily interactions and relationships. It can feel like a delicate balance between self-discovery and societal acceptance, where each step towards progress feels challenging.
Rick Blum, PhD.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06119
Waitlist for new clients
The best way to find about me is to check out my web site, dr-rick.com. There, you'll get a good sense of my perspective and how I view life's challenges and opportunities. Don't miss the "blum-blog." My style of practice is ideal for people who want real change in their lives, who expect that their therapist knows how to achieve this, and who are eager to learn about themselves in order to make it happen. The best approach includes our becoming a team, each bringing our part to the adventure.
The best way to find about me is to check out my web site, dr-rick.com. There, you'll get a good sense of my perspective and how I view life's challenges and opportunities. Don't miss the "blum-blog." My style of practice is ideal for people who want real change in their lives, who expect that their therapist knows how to achieve this, and who are eager to learn about themselves in order to make it happen. The best approach includes our becoming a team, each bringing our part to the adventure.
Women's Center For Psychotherapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06119
Since our founding in 1989, the Women’s Center for Psychotherapy has been dedicated to providing psychotherapy and consultation with a feminist, humanist perspective. Our clinicians are dedicated to the highest standards of training and expertise. At WCP we believe that the weaving together of self, family, and cultural influences into the therapeutic process is essential to healing and change. We are an LGBTQ+ affirming practice.
Since our founding in 1989, the Women’s Center for Psychotherapy has been dedicated to providing psychotherapy and consultation with a feminist, humanist perspective. Our clinicians are dedicated to the highest standards of training and expertise. At WCP we believe that the weaving together of self, family, and cultural influences into the therapeutic process is essential to healing and change. We are an LGBTQ+ affirming practice.
Bob Deutsch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
I am fortunate to have discovered that after forty years as a psychotherapist and teacher, that I continue to experience a growing passion for my work. I have worked as a clinical psychologist in private practice and in hospital settings for many years. In addition to my practice of General Psychology, I have developed specific areas of expertise.
I am fortunate to have discovered that after forty years as a psychotherapist and teacher, that I continue to experience a growing passion for my work. I have worked as a clinical psychologist in private practice and in hospital settings for many years. In addition to my practice of General Psychology, I have developed specific areas of expertise.
Kathleen Cairns
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06119
Kathleen Cairns, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist, hypnotherapist, and author of "The Psychotherapy Workbook","The Bald & The Beautiful: Surviving Breast Cancer, self-hypnosis audio tape "Breathe... As If Your Life Depended On It.," and lithographic greeting cards "Kathleen's Condolences." Her weekly column LIFE GOES ON can be read in her website. She is also frequently interviewed for the internet, magazines, and books regarding today’s social issues. Kathleen works with anxiety, depression,bipolar, addictions, sexual abuse, relationship issues, stress, grief, death, adolescents, and couples.
Kathleen Cairns, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist, hypnotherapist, and author of "The Psychotherapy Workbook","The Bald & The Beautiful: Surviving Breast Cancer, self-hypnosis audio tape "Breathe... As If Your Life Depended On It.," and lithographic greeting cards "Kathleen's Condolences." Her weekly column LIFE GOES ON can be read in her website. She is also frequently interviewed for the internet, magazines, and books regarding today’s social issues. Kathleen works with anxiety, depression,bipolar, addictions, sexual abuse, relationship issues, stress, grief, death, adolescents, and couples.
MellaHealth
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107
Are you finding life hard and stressful, and feeling like you need a supportive person to talk to? Is your anxiety causing you to retreat from social situations and activities you used to enjoy? Is it difficult to connect with your loved ones and maintain healthy relationships? Have you become more irritable and easily annoyed? Perhaps you are simply finding it harder to get out of bed each morning, and not looking forward to any part of your day.
Are you finding life hard and stressful, and feeling like you need a supportive person to talk to? Is your anxiety causing you to retreat from social situations and activities you used to enjoy? Is it difficult to connect with your loved ones and maintain healthy relationships? Have you become more irritable and easily annoyed? Perhaps you are simply finding it harder to get out of bed each morning, and not looking forward to any part of your day.
Telecia Dobson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
West Hartford, CT 06107 (Online Only)
Every day tasks can be a struggle if you are feeling overwhelmed or experiencing anxious thoughts. Your negative thoughts and feelings can impact the quality of your life and seeking support is a step on your path towards feeling better.
Every day tasks can be a struggle if you are feeling overwhelmed or experiencing anxious thoughts. Your negative thoughts and feelings can impact the quality of your life and seeking support is a step on your path towards feeling better.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.