ConnectiCare Therapists in 06812

Are you feeling like you need a change or are struggling with balance in your life? I am a caring professional who provides an affirming, wholistic, nurturing environment for you to express yourself and explore the patterns in your life that need improvement. I have been practicing clinical social work for over 20 years and have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with many different symptoms, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, etc. I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety, survivors of trauma, youth who have problematic sexualized behaviors and LGBT youth and families.

There are times in our lives when responsibility and the stress of life seem to weigh us down. Who understands better than you? Fear and worry, sadness, life transitions and loss rob us of our joy and drain our energy. Although for some it may be somewhat intimidating, the decision to seek counseling is an important step in gaining insight and finding options. Having a trained professional listen without judgement can be a liberating experience. Finding practical ways of dealing with your concerns together with someone who understands provides a level of hope and some initial confidence.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist, my commitment is to help my clients enhance their quality of life and make positive changes that will improve their overall wellbeing. My training in psychotherapy and family systems, combined with my license to diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, enables me to provide effective therapy within the context of marriage, couples, and family systems. I have extensive experience providing counseling services to individuals of all ages, as well as couples and families. I enjoy helping others while using positive psychology and strength-based approaches.

I have over 15 years of experience working in the field of Social Work. I have worked in a variety of settings with diverse populations. I work with children, adults and families and focus on addressing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship conflicts. I believe in the importance of collaborating together with my clients to determine what the best method of treatment would be for them.

When I first meet with clients, my goal is to help them find the main road back to their original journey from the exit that led them to the off ramp- I offer a steady hand for them to successfully maneuver in the foggy season of their lives. I provide a supportive environment suitable for helping clients form new insights in achieving alternate healthier perspectives than the ineffective solutions currently in use. I provide an atmosphere of professionalism, empathy, and privacy suitable for positive growth and achievable solutions.

I implement an integrated approach to counseling, involving Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Reality Therapy. I believe in recognizing and utilizing the strengths of an individual or family and incorporating those qualities into the therapeutic process for healing, empowerment and goal achievement.