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Robert Cooperman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
I've been practicing as a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I have been clinical director of mental health facilities and on the faculty of Tufts University School of Medicine. I welcome clients 14 years of age and older -- individuals and couples, and offer you a warm personal approach focusing on your specific needs. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" model of practice or that therapy should be "a way of life." Therapy begins with a careful assessment and plan. If what we are doing isn't working for you, we change it.
I've been practicing as a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I have been clinical director of mental health facilities and on the faculty of Tufts University School of Medicine. I welcome clients 14 years of age and older -- individuals and couples, and offer you a warm personal approach focusing on your specific needs. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" model of practice or that therapy should be "a way of life." Therapy begins with a careful assessment and plan. If what we are doing isn't working for you, we change it.
(860) 650-1247 View (860) 650-1247
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Alex Francis Agostini
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
I see individuals couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression and communication issues.
I’m delighted to help those motivated to achieve the goals they aim for in therapy. I believe the greatest instrument for change is the client's own will. Be the issue anxiety, depression, communication, or existential crisis, I am there to assist you with your goals and work towards your definition of wellness.
I see individuals couples and families experiencing anxiety, depression and communication issues.
I’m delighted to help those motivated to achieve the goals they aim for in therapy. I believe the greatest instrument for change is the client's own will. Be the issue anxiety, depression, communication, or existential crisis, I am there to assist you with your goals and work towards your definition of wellness.
(959) 600-6591 View (959) 600-6591
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Kristen Gaedeke
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
I love to work with Couples utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy, which I am based trained in.
Are you seeking to live more authentically? Just by being here, is the first step to making this change within your life. I would be happy to be the clinician to join you on that journey. I might be a Marriage and Family therapist, who believes in the power of systemic thinking, but you are the expert on your life. Together we can combine our strengths to best support you reach your goals.
I love to work with Couples utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy, which I am based trained in.
Are you seeking to live more authentically? Just by being here, is the first step to making this change within your life. I would be happy to be the clinician to join you on that journey. I might be a Marriage and Family therapist, who believes in the power of systemic thinking, but you are the expert on your life. Together we can combine our strengths to best support you reach your goals.
(860) 579-1066 View (860) 579-1066
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Michael McCormick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
I am experienced in treating a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship problems, and addictions (substances, food, technology).
Imagine having the things you want in your life, and less of what you don't. I help clients identify and achieve their goals by creating an open and trusting environment where they can share what is bothering them. My ability to put people at ease through empathy and humor helps us work together to find solutions.
I am experienced in treating a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, OCD, relationship problems, and addictions (substances, food, technology).
Imagine having the things you want in your life, and less of what you don't. I help clients identify and achieve their goals by creating an open and trusting environment where they can share what is bothering them. My ability to put people at ease through empathy and humor helps us work together to find solutions.
(860) 956-5294 View (860) 956-5294
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Dr. Sandra Scantling, Loving Better, Living Better
Psychologist, PsyD, MSN, CST, DipST, CIFST
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
Whatever your issue -- anxiety, trauma, depression or relationship concerns, I'm here to help you. In addition to being an experienced Clinical Psychologist, I am also a Certified Diplomate in Sex Therapy, a Master's prepared psychiatric nurse, and a Certified IFS Therapist (see ifs-institute.com). I address a variety of sexual and intimacy problems including: desire, orgasm, ejaculation, pelvic pain, ED, or distress about infidelity, divorce, or separation. I am committed to helping you live a more satisfying and fulfilling life.
Whatever your issue -- anxiety, trauma, depression or relationship concerns, I'm here to help you. In addition to being an experienced Clinical Psychologist, I am also a Certified Diplomate in Sex Therapy, a Master's prepared psychiatric nurse, and a Certified IFS Therapist (see ifs-institute.com). I address a variety of sexual and intimacy problems including: desire, orgasm, ejaculation, pelvic pain, ED, or distress about infidelity, divorce, or separation. I am committed to helping you live a more satisfying and fulfilling life.
(860) 967-0402 View (860) 967-0402
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Laurie A. Cersosimo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
Within my experience, whether it is individual or couples therapy I am confident to provide a superior level of care and treatment to a wide range of mental health issues. I strongly believe in treating each individual as a whole rather than focusing on specific diagnosis. When working with individuals and couples, the focus is geared towards establishing a positive dynamic along with healthy communication. I specialize in LGBTQ+, Anxiety, Trauma and Life transitions. I primarily use CBT and maintain a rational and humanistic approach towards treatment.
Within my experience, whether it is individual or couples therapy I am confident to provide a superior level of care and treatment to a wide range of mental health issues. I strongly believe in treating each individual as a whole rather than focusing on specific diagnosis. When working with individuals and couples, the focus is geared towards establishing a positive dynamic along with healthy communication. I specialize in LGBTQ+, Anxiety, Trauma and Life transitions. I primarily use CBT and maintain a rational and humanistic approach towards treatment.
(860) 269-6094 View (860) 269-6094
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Laura Mutrie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
I strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, teens, adults, families, and couples so that a trusting relationship can be the foundation of positive change and growth in therapy. I have more than 20 years of experience with helping clients of all ages learn to successfully cope with life's challenges. Whether change is expected or unexpected; stress and anxiety, sometimes trauma and depression, can accompany the change, and we feel overwhelmed . I aim to instill hope by getting to know you and your strengths, hearing your story, and finding the path with you that leads to positive changes in your daily life.
I strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, teens, adults, families, and couples so that a trusting relationship can be the foundation of positive change and growth in therapy. I have more than 20 years of experience with helping clients of all ages learn to successfully cope with life's challenges. Whether change is expected or unexpected; stress and anxiety, sometimes trauma and depression, can accompany the change, and we feel overwhelmed . I aim to instill hope by getting to know you and your strengths, hearing your story, and finding the path with you that leads to positive changes in your daily life.
(860) 809-4739 View (860) 809-4739
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Joshua Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
Feeling down, overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself? Are you feeling stuck and would you like to improve your relationship? Is your kid experiencing emotional, social, academic, or other issues? If so, I can help. I use short-term and research-based treatment with individuals, couples, and families. My therapy sessions help to heal painful issues, overcome presenting problems, and provide clients with insight and coping skills to handle all of life's obstacles.
Feeling down, overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself? Are you feeling stuck and would you like to improve your relationship? Is your kid experiencing emotional, social, academic, or other issues? If so, I can help. I use short-term and research-based treatment with individuals, couples, and families. My therapy sessions help to heal painful issues, overcome presenting problems, and provide clients with insight and coping skills to handle all of life's obstacles.
(860) 499-4671 View (860) 499-4671
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Lisa Berzins
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032  (Online Only)
I treat adolescents and adults as well as couples and families.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in treating addictions, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, body image issues and difficulties with emotion regulation. I teach skills that increase life satisfaction, happiness, self-confidence, curiosity and gratitude. When life doesn't meet our expectations or painful situations occur, many people become self-critical and fight against emotions such as anger, loneliness, fear or shame. It is this lack of acceptance that increases suffering. Mindfulness and self-compassion involve responding with kindness to our own pain, thereby reducing suffering.
I treat adolescents and adults as well as couples and families.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in treating addictions, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, body image issues and difficulties with emotion regulation. I teach skills that increase life satisfaction, happiness, self-confidence, curiosity and gratitude. When life doesn't meet our expectations or painful situations occur, many people become self-critical and fight against emotions such as anger, loneliness, fear or shame. It is this lack of acceptance that increases suffering. Mindfulness and self-compassion involve responding with kindness to our own pain, thereby reducing suffering.
(860) 269-9173 View (860) 269-9173
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Bryon T Remo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06032
As a marriage and family therapist, I am uniquely trained to identify, track and break patterns between couples & families in conflict. I work toward helping individuals,couples and families take an active role in creating the kind of change they desire. Marriages are not meant to merely SURVIVE, but rather to THRIVE. In couples counseling I help parties develop greater insight into their relationship and maintain a mindfulness toward its growth. Through focusing on action steps, I actively challenge individuals and couples to take accountability for their own thoughts and behavior as opposed to assessing their partner's.
As a marriage and family therapist, I am uniquely trained to identify, track and break patterns between couples & families in conflict. I work toward helping individuals,couples and families take an active role in creating the kind of change they desire. Marriages are not meant to merely SURVIVE, but rather to THRIVE. In couples counseling I help parties develop greater insight into their relationship and maintain a mindfulness toward its growth. Through focusing on action steps, I actively challenge individuals and couples to take accountability for their own thoughts and behavior as opposed to assessing their partner's.
(203) 405-5657 View (203) 405-5657
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Dr. Soraya Sawicki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
Services online have been increased at this time, please call to see if you prefer online or face to face. At Infinity, we provide a beautiful, comfortable space, where you will be treated with the utmost respect while ensuring confidentiality and addressing your needs. I am the owner and primary practitioner at Infinity, where I have experience in working with individuals, couples, and families, I am also a published author and an expert on Vicarious Trauma. Services are geared at treating, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life coaching. Services can be offered in English or Spanish. Thank you, Gracias,
Services online have been increased at this time, please call to see if you prefer online or face to face. At Infinity, we provide a beautiful, comfortable space, where you will be treated with the utmost respect while ensuring confidentiality and addressing your needs. I am the owner and primary practitioner at Infinity, where I have experience in working with individuals, couples, and families, I am also a published author and an expert on Vicarious Trauma. Services are geared at treating, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life coaching. Services can be offered in English or Spanish. Thank you, Gracias,
(860) 863-0082 View (860) 863-0082
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Julie Tedesco, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
Hello and thank you for stopping by to read my profile. I have over 20 years experience working with people that have or are going through difficult challenges such as anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, self esteem and trauma. I will help you navigate your journey to find a better place and become a happier self. My goals are to empower you as well as to provide support and guidance. My style of therapy is tailored to the individual's needs which I feel is an essential part of the healing process.
Hello and thank you for stopping by to read my profile. I have over 20 years experience working with people that have or are going through difficult challenges such as anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, self esteem and trauma. I will help you navigate your journey to find a better place and become a happier self. My goals are to empower you as well as to provide support and guidance. My style of therapy is tailored to the individual's needs which I feel is an essential part of the healing process.
(860) 650-1898 View (860) 650-1898
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Jessica A. Assard-Wu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25 years of experience in treating couples, individuals of all ages and families.
With 25 years experience, I am a licensed in Marriage and Family therapy providing marital therapy, and individual therapy for adults, teens and children in West Hartford. We all need help sometimes making the changes that will improve the relationships, feelings and thoughts that keep us stuck. More and more people are turning to the Systemic (Family) therapy approach, because they are tired of treating only the symptom with medication or other methods and are ready to make the changes that not only heal the symptom (i.e. depression, anxiety, etc.) but help them begin to have the relationships and life they want.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25 years of experience in treating couples, individuals of all ages and families.
With 25 years experience, I am a licensed in Marriage and Family therapy providing marital therapy, and individual therapy for adults, teens and children in West Hartford. We all need help sometimes making the changes that will improve the relationships, feelings and thoughts that keep us stuck. More and more people are turning to the Systemic (Family) therapy approach, because they are tired of treating only the symptom with medication or other methods and are ready to make the changes that not only heal the symptom (i.e. depression, anxiety, etc.) but help them begin to have the relationships and life they want.
(860) 498-2727 View (860) 498-2727
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Kathleen Zecchin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
In my work with individuals (including adolescents), couples and families, I integrate a variety of tools and techniques based upon post-graduate trainings that I've participated in.
As a holistic psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I have had the privilege of supporting my clients through a variety of difficult life experiences. Integrating my own personal struggles and shame has opened me to become a more compassionate, nonjudgmental therapist. My warmth and humor help to create a safe environment that allows my clients to transform difficult emotions such as grief, rage ,despair,fear, and shame and open to more happiness, fulfillment and peace in their lives.
In my work with individuals (including adolescents), couples and families, I integrate a variety of tools and techniques based upon post-graduate trainings that I've participated in.
As a holistic psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I have had the privilege of supporting my clients through a variety of difficult life experiences. Integrating my own personal struggles and shame has opened me to become a more compassionate, nonjudgmental therapist. My warmth and humor help to create a safe environment that allows my clients to transform difficult emotions such as grief, rage ,despair,fear, and shame and open to more happiness, fulfillment and peace in their lives.
(860) 879-0245 View (860) 879-0245
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Egypciel Victor-Lowderback
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
My style is to be a supportive and collaborative partner with you using my more than 20 years of experience and training with your own desire to grow and heal. With sensitivity & compassion I will help you to do the deep transformative work that goes beyond just "talk therapy", and help you embody your emotions to work with the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of your issues. My goal is for you to feel as safe, comfortable and accepted as possible, and I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
My style is to be a supportive and collaborative partner with you using my more than 20 years of experience and training with your own desire to grow and heal. With sensitivity & compassion I will help you to do the deep transformative work that goes beyond just "talk therapy", and help you embody your emotions to work with the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of your issues. My goal is for you to feel as safe, comfortable and accepted as possible, and I would be honored to be a part of your journey.
(860) 342-8914 View (860) 342-8914
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Kyoung-Hi S. Dickson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Farmington, CT 06030
I will provide a safe and nurturing environment where individuals, couples and families can explore ways in which they are stuck and help them find a more fulfilling life. Whether I see an individual or an entire family, I use a relational, solution-focused and collaborative approach that respects and validates client strengths to find solutions. Being a Korean-American with first hand experience living in different countries, I bring a culturally-sensitive and non-judgmental approach to help clients increase insight, identify patterns that no longer are useful and develop a path forward that will bring more fulfillment.
I will provide a safe and nurturing environment where individuals, couples and families can explore ways in which they are stuck and help them find a more fulfilling life. Whether I see an individual or an entire family, I use a relational, solution-focused and collaborative approach that respects and validates client strengths to find solutions. Being a Korean-American with first hand experience living in different countries, I bring a culturally-sensitive and non-judgmental approach to help clients increase insight, identify patterns that no longer are useful and develop a path forward that will bring more fulfillment.
(860) 516-0297 View (860) 516-0297
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Robert J Hamm
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032  (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.
(860) 560-8856 View (860) 560-8856
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Kristina Dalao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, women and veterans. My specialty is treating Dual Diagnosis, Trauma, Women's Issues, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. My clinical experience includes inpatient, outpatient and residential settings. I currently work from a Person-Centered approach as well as a Strength- Based perspective utilizing Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brief-Solution Focused Therapy and Play Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, women and veterans. My specialty is treating Dual Diagnosis, Trauma, Women's Issues, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. My clinical experience includes inpatient, outpatient and residential settings. I currently work from a Person-Centered approach as well as a Strength- Based perspective utilizing Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brief-Solution Focused Therapy and Play Therapy.
(959) 208-4003 View (959) 208-4003
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Roxanne K Pomeroy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, JD
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032  (Online Only)
I assist individuals, families, and couples to overcome struggles with a variety of mental health, relational, and substance abuse or dependence issues.
If you are struggling with the difficulties of life I will help you in a genuinely caring and respectful manner. I believe people are innately resilient and adaptable and that everyone has the capacity to grow and improve. As your therapist I will focus on what is working for you in your life and collaborate together with you to identify and build solutions to help you reach your goals. My goal is to ethically offer guidance and support to help you be the person you want to be and live the life you want to live.
I assist individuals, families, and couples to overcome struggles with a variety of mental health, relational, and substance abuse or dependence issues.
If you are struggling with the difficulties of life I will help you in a genuinely caring and respectful manner. I believe people are innately resilient and adaptable and that everyone has the capacity to grow and improve. As your therapist I will focus on what is working for you in your life and collaborate together with you to identify and build solutions to help you reach your goals. My goal is to ethically offer guidance and support to help you be the person you want to be and live the life you want to live.
(959) 207-3072 View (959) 207-3072
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Pamela R. Aiken
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RN
Verified Verified
Farmington, CT 06032
Waitlist for new clients
I have had the privilege and the pleasure of working with families,couples and individuals of all ages for more than 25 years, initially as a Registered Nurse and currently as a Marriage and Family Therapist. In my practice I strive to instill hope in all of the individuals I work with, that healing and change can occur. This is done by creating a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive environment. I want to offer you the therapy that you deserve, as we work together to help you reach your goals.
I have had the privilege and the pleasure of working with families,couples and individuals of all ages for more than 25 years, initially as a Registered Nurse and currently as a Marriage and Family Therapist. In my practice I strive to instill hope in all of the individuals I work with, that healing and change can occur. This is done by creating a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive environment. I want to offer you the therapy that you deserve, as we work together to help you reach your goals.
(860) 531-3138 View (860) 531-3138
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.