*Accepting new clients at expanded practice location* Do you want to live a life with greater freedom? What if I told you that you could be truly happy, live without anxiety, and have mastery over your body and mind? I understand that everyone is in a different part of the healing process and will design a plan with you to meet your specific goals.

My lifelong passion is empowering others to maximize opportunities develop skills and achieve their personal potential. I am a generalist practitioner who works with individuals in all stages of life, and my therapeutic process is rooted in providing a warm, open and honest environment.

-Are you tired of your anxiety taking charge of your life? Is your anxiety dictating what you do during the day? My area of expertise is anxiety management. We will work together to help you overcome and/or manage your anxiety and your panic attacks. We practice these skills in sessions. You will feel much more confident in managing your stress and anxiety. I would like to help you rediscover your purpose and passion and to live a more joyful and fulfilled life.

My name is Randy Carrin, Psy.D. I tailor my psychological treatment to the particular needs of my patients, and to specific therapeutic aims. I specialize in a cognitive-behavioral approach to successfully treat a multitude of psychological problems. Among these are anxiety and stress-related disorders; depressive disorders; pain-related disorders; chronic illness; post-traumatic stress; relationship difficulties; grief, loss and bereavement; HIV and AIDS; sexual difficulties; adoption-related issues; and the emotional upheaval associated with infertility. I generally treat adults and couples. Prior to establishing a practice in Waterbury, I worked elsewhere in Connecticut, and have also spent several years working and living abroad.

Tides of Mind Counseling is among Connecticut's top counseling centers dedicated to providing excellence in mental health care. Our offices are located in Waterbury & Torrington where our licensed professionals work extensively with you to manage life's challenges, promote healthy relationships and encourage inner healing. Tides of Mind is unlike the common "counseling clinic" in that we offer creative & holistic therapeutic techniques in an office that is private, relaxing and has a spa-like feel. Our therapists work very hard to provide a holistic approach to treatment and ensure that you feel supported throughout all aspects of life.

I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with training in the Internal Family Systems Therapy Model. I am a member of the American Association of Marriage & Family Therapists (AAMFT) and the Connecticut Association of Marriage & Family Therapists (CTAMFT). In my tenure with a large agency in the Waterbury area I've had the opportunity to work with clients on a variety of issues - anger, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationships and communication. I am comfortable working with individuals, couples, families, and teens.

As an Adjunct Professor, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with more than 18 years experience, I believe the best way to conduct therapy is through understanding the relationship you have with yourself first. This relationship then translates to happier connections with others including parents, spouse, partner, co-workers, and co-dependent relations including various addictions. By improving your relationships in all aspects of your life, you will see results in decreasing your anxieties and depression. Located in Torrington (glass building). Accepting HUSKY, BCBS, etc.

I provide support, education, and assistance to individuals who are struggling with substance abuse, gaming and Internet addiction to name a few. I also work with families and loved ones to offer education about addiction and recovery, how to create healthy boundaries, establishing effective communication, and how to take care of yourself during this process of healing. It's important to meet my clients where they are in their journey and create a nonjudgmental and positive environment to promote empowerment within each individual. Areas of focus may include relapse prevention, shame and guilt, codependency issues and goal setting.

I am a registered nurse and licensed professional counselor. I am multi-dimensional in the services I provide. I see children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I started my career working with and teaching children who were not psychologically ready to move from kindergarten to first grade. My love for helping people inspired me to go back to school and pursue a nursing degree. After moving to Connecticut, I worked as a psych nurse at Waterbury Hospital at Merriman Hall for 6 years. This was a locked unit and it was here that I learned all the family therapy methodology.

I have worked in the field of mental health and addiction services for 34 years helping people cope with trauma, grief & loss, addictions, and major mental illness, assisting them to find ways to cope in this often difficult and challenging world. Most people have experienced some form of trauma, whether recently or in the past, or have had multiple, complex traumas over months & years. EMDR therapy is a powerful mode of treatment that I like to utilize in order to heal all of these types of traumas, whether single or complex. I encourage you to contact me to see if EMDR is right for you.

Therapy can be an effective treatment for many of life's difficulties. But in order to reap its benefits it is important to choose the right therapist- someone you trust who makes you feel cared for and has the experience to help you make changes for the better in your life. The therapists at Tides of Mind Counseling are experienced in many treatment modalities, they are down-to-earth and easy to relate to. They have been trained to create a psychic space in which you feel safe, "held" and supported, a vital element to effective therapy.

I believe that inherent in most human beings is the desire to strive for a life of harmony, satisfying relationships, and a sense of accomplishment. When we are confronted with challenging times, these goals may seem unattainable and we feel unrest, disconnected, desperate. Our childhood experiences further shape how we may respond to these challenges, and unresolved issues from our past begin to catch up with us influencing our lives and relationships. Using techniques tailored to your personal situation and needs, let me assist you as you begin your journey towards self-discovery, relationship empowerment and a sense of resolve!

For the past 17 years, I have worked with clients of all ages regarding a variety of issues/problems. My orientation stems from an attachment-based relational perspective and I provide a safe and comfortable environment for my clients. My approach is two-fold and incorporates both an exploration of the past in order to better understand who a person is today, and solution focused in terms of how to specifically address the current issues that brought the individual to therapy. If desired by the client, I am able to offer a Christian-based perspective.

Tides of Mind Counseling is among Connecticut's top counseling centers dedicated to providing excellence in mental healthcare. Our offices are located throughout CT where our licensed professionals work extensively with you to manage life's challenges, promote healthy relationships and encourage inner healing. Tides of Mind is unlike the common "counseling clinic" in that we offer creative & holistic therapeutic techniques in an office that is private, relaxing and has a spa-like feel. Our therapists provide a holistic approach to treatment and ensure that you feel supported and empowered throughout all aspects of life.

People come to therapy for a variety of issues, including struggles with transitions, substance abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, marriage conflict and challenges at work or school. The first step is to work together to establish what your goals are for therapy. My own life experiences have provided me with a greater ability and understanding of demonstrating unconditional positive regard passionately. Working together treating, educating and encouraging you to break free from the chains of addiction, and prosper into a healthy fulfilling life. Over the past 10 years, I’ve helped people become more successful in all areas of life.

**WAITLIST FOR SESSION(S) AVAILABLE** Finding the right fit in any relationship is important; the same is true in therapy. I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to create your roadmap for success. Helping clients who struggle with family related issues, parenting hurdles and relationships difficulties encompasses a lot of my experience. I also specialize in addressing traumas and/or traumatic events (including those connected to military or emergency response events), healing relationships and strengthening the emotional connection between partners, and parents and children.

Therapy can be extremely beneficial for a variety of life stressors and challenges, and yet it can be overwhelming to make that first call. In my office, you will find the comfort and acceptance needed to make this process not just manageable, but rewarding and healing.

I offer common sense advice filtered through the wisdom of over 40 years of clinical practice. My specialty is sex therapy and I am the Director, Human Sexuality Program, NY Presbyterian Hospital. Weill Medical School, Cornell University, appointed me Emeritus Clinical Prof. of Psychiatry, Reproductive Medicine & Urology. As an NIMH Fellow, I received an MS, MPhil and Ph.D. degrees in clinical psychology from Columbia University- in 1976 writing the first sex therapy doctoral dissertation in Columbia's history. My publications, industry & editorial board consultations are all listed at my Foundation's website, mapedfund.org.

I believe therapy is about helping you explore ways to make the changes in your life that will allow you to look forward to the future with hope. I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I will provide you with that warm, nonjudgmental environment-a safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want. We all go through difficult times and together we can work to foster resiliency to help you on your journey towards healing.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in the Greater New Haven, CT area. My specialties: Childhood Maltreatment, Trauma (sexual abuse), Women with Autoimmune Diseases, Christian Counseling. I work with individuals, couples, families, and allied services (schools, support specialists, extended family). In addition to working with clients in private practice, I am also a Motivational Speaker, Workshop Facilitator and Holistic Coach.