Family Therapy in Bristol, CT
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Melissa Leigh Costanzo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have been a Licensed Marriage &
Family Therapist
since 2002. Much of my career has been working with children & teens in conjunction with their families as well as individual adult clients & couples, providing clinical treatment, support & psyho-education. As a graduate of University St Joseph, West Hartford, CT in Marriage &
Family Therapy
, I gained a greater understanding of the effects symptoms have on & are effected by
family
members. I utilize a Solution Focused therapy approach providing short term goal oriented sessions. In addition, I seek to establish boundaries & open communication in families increasing functionlevel
Not accepting new clients

Alexandra Isaac Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My approach combines Cognitive-behavioral, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Structural
Family Therapy
, Strategic
Family Therapy
, Client-centered Therapy, IFS, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
If you are seeking for a therapist who can listen and provide you feedback without judgment, you have found her. I believe that we all go through difficult times. I am here to support and guidance you through
family
and relationship issues, emotional disturbance, adjustment to change, trauma and other life circumstances. We all deserve the opportunity to be the best version of ourselves. IF interested, CLICK the Website Tab Below my Pic.

Alyssa Anderson (Within Reach)
Master's Level Social Worker, LMSW
Verified
Verified
post-traumatic stress, eating disorders, trauma,
family
conflict, and behavioral issues.
“If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can't survive.” My name is Alyssa Anderson and I am an energetic therapist that is passionate about working with individuals utilizing a strength-based approach to help all individuals reach their personal goals of symptom management, decreasing stress, managing anxiety, and increasing self-care. We all need support at times to navigate through life challenges and recover our own inner strengths to become the happiest and healthiest version of ourselves.

Deanna Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with individuals, couples and families dealing with depression, anxiety, life stage transitions, addiction, relationship issues,
family
conflict, child and adolescent development issues, and perinatal mood disorders.
*Please email for availability.* If you're feeling anxious and overwhelmed, or like the small stuff seems bigger than it should, you're not alone. Reaching out for help is the first step towards healing and obtaining inner peace. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which to address the issues that are weighing you down so that you may lead a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.

Audrey Elbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My educational background includes a BA in Psychology and a MA in Marriage &
Family Therapy
with a concurrent specialization in Gestalt from Southern Connecticut State University.
When you are experiencing stress, it is common to feel lost and unsure. My passion is helping people heal and grow from conflict; whether that's
family
, marital, major life changes or general feelings of being overwhelmed/stressed. I have dedicated my career to helping people of all kinds, including teens, adults, couples and families. With the extensive evidenced based therapy training and years of experience I have received, I can offer quality treatment. To make it even more convenient to receive quality treatment in the comfort of your own home, I offer online exclusively.

Karen Reardon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
My background as a Marriage and
Family Therapist
has shaped the work I do to help individuals, couples, and families with issues such as anxiety, depression, communication,
family
conflict, child and adolescent development, parenting, substance abuse, addictions, co-dependency, grief and loss, trauma, anger, divorce, blended families, and infidelity.
Finding the right therapist is the first step in getting to the place you want to be. Whether for personal growth, a relationship or
family
issue, healing from loss or past trauma, the relationship developed with your therapist is an important part of this process. My approach to working with people is to provide a comfortable space to collaborate towards reaching your goals. Together we will lay the groundwork necessary to develop solutions to meet your needs.
Not accepting new clients

Pamela R. Aiken
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RN
Verified
Verified
During my more than 10 years as a Marriage and
Family Therapist
I have worked in outpatient, in-home, and other community settings, focused on several areas, including addictions, trauma, domestic violence, and grief and loss.
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.

Ewa Lojewska
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC
Verified
Verified
I come from a Military
Family
and would be honored to support Veterans and their loved ones.
As a licensed professional counselor, I believe in helping clients collaboratively work through the course of their treatment, regardless of where they are in their healing process. I provide a welcoming environment and assist with improving overall quality of life utilizing a strengths-based, person- centered approach. I am trained in and utilize various treatment modalities, inclusive of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing. Those that work with me find that I am enthusiastic and deeply compassionate. I strive to create a comfortable, safe and nonjudgemental environment.

Mary Marsh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have 20+ years of experience working with individuals, families, and couples on various isuues, such as anxiety, depression, communication enhancement and healthy relationships, grief and loss, substance abuse, anger management, divorce in the
family
, etc.
It takes a lot of courage and strength to enter therapy. I provide a safe, supportive, and positive environment where the sources of stress and life difficulties would be identified. Ways to work through and overcome life challenges would then be presented and focused on with the goal of improving one's life one step at a time.

Kelli Bastiaanse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I enjoy spending time doing outdoor activities with my
family
and practicing Yoga.
Availability Monday at 2pm and 4pm in Bristol. Are you looking for a private and relaxing atmosphere where you can receive individualized counseling for yourself? I have significant experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma in their lives.

Charter Oak Therapeutic Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Charter Oak offers individual therapy, as well as couple/
family
sessions for adults and adolescents.
George Gogas LCSW has extensive experience in the mental health and substance use field. He has treated many different issues which vary in severity and specializes in: anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, OCD, anger management, depression, substance use issues and trauma. George is also a combat infantry veteran who deployed to Afghanistan which has given him the life experience to relate to other veterans, first responders and and people who work or live in high stress environments. George enjoys working with men and other clients who are typically opposed to the therapy process and carry some stigma in asking for help.
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Vivian Mercado
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS
Verified
Verified
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
. I use an integrative therapeutic approach to help clients achieve their goals. I am bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. I believe in providing a safe, supportive, and positive space to help clients reach their full potential.

Georgianna Sloate
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CIFST
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Welcome! The longest and most rewarding journey is the journey within yourself. I am a Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
and Certified Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) Practitioner. My experience includes working with individuals, and couples. My goal is to promote healing and change by utilizing the mind, body and spirit in a safe, non-judgmental, warm and supportive setting where you can feel free to discuss your thoughts and emotions. I combine Internal
Family
Systems (IFS) and NET to assist in authentic self transformation, more confidence, improvement in health and wellness as well as personal growth and healing wounded parts.
Not accepting new clients

Lisa Lacen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Not Accepting New Clients At This Time! When beginning a new venture, I always remind myself that “the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” The start of therapy is often one of the most important steps we can take towards reaching our goals. My name is Lisa Lacen, Licensed Marriage and
Family Therapist
, and I am happy to be on this new journey with you. My main areas of practice are in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, & relationship difficulties. My clinical experience is in a variety of settings including outpatient, private practice, college, and school-based settings.

Tatum Wrobel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have have a bachelors degree in Psychology with a Masters in Marriage and
Family therapy
from Central Connecticut State University in 2006.
If you are a woman who is struggling with self worth, self esteem, creating healthy boundaries, creating balance in her relationship, you are a woman who would work well with me. I specialize in working with women who want to be in control of their own lives but struggle to get out of their own way. Women are taught at a young age that they must care take, not disappoint and put themselves last. I work with women to unlearn those deep seeded narratives and create new ones. Learn to create healthy boundaries and build a life they feel completely unapologetic about. no longer trapped in fear, shame and guilt!

Jan Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
family
related issues, and help the
family
and/or student go forward.
Picking up the phone to call for help is both a difficult and courageous act. Consequently, I honor the trust my clients place in me to help guide their paths toward a better situation. All people have resources and strengths they may have lost sight of during difficult times. With guidance, they can learn to use these strengths to help them overcome whatever obstacles burden them at this time. My goal is to find solutions to problems efficiently and quickly so my clients can feel relief and continue on their life journeys as soon as possible.

Chantaul Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Marriage and
Family Therapist
so I love to work with families (INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, or the ENTIRE
Family
system).
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. let's work together in bringing back you shine.

Wakana Hirota
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Life does not stand still for anyone, and sometimes we can find ourselves unprepared to cope with its challenges. With over a decade of experience, I can help you to navigate what lies ahead in your journey. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression,
family
and/or relationship issues, self-esteem, or simply improving your outlook on life, I am honored to help you build your confidence and inner strength to overcome those obstacles.

CDM Counseling & Consultation Service, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA Psy, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
My practice focuses on areas of Mental Health Counseling, Individualized Treatment and Accountability Plans, Tapping, Nutrition Support, Lifestyle Changes, Emotional Heath & Healing, Individual,
Family
, & Group Counseling.
Hello, my name is Charlene Moorer! Seeking therapy is one of the most courageous yet intimidating choices an individual can make, but it is also one of the most rewarding. We are all confronted by difficult times and I applaud you on deciding to take the first step to see change happen. Through empathy, support, and guidance, we can work together and address the various roadblocks that are getting in the way of living your best life. I look forward to working with you to inspire positive changes in your life and relationships. Since life can be very unpredictable, I am also available after hours for phone support if needed.

CARE Family Counseling Services - René Drozdziel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have advanced trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused
Family Therapy
(EFFT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I am passionate about building strong connections and repairing damaged relationships. It is normal to struggle when our problems seem bigger than we can handle. My role as a therapist is to walk with you on your journey, listen, help explore your feelings and identify solutions to your life challenges. I offer a non-judgmental and empathetic environment that advocates growth and healing. I believe a therapeutic environment should be authentic, emotionally safe, and at the same time challenging with a balance between hard work and fun.
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What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.