Aetna Therapists in Essex, CT

ChangeTalkLLC.com appointments booked online! Adam believes that client's want to understand themselves and want to be understood by others. Ideal clients are ones who takes their time in selecting the right therapist. One that carefully reviews Adam's extensive clinical background, worldly experience, and advanced doctoral counseling training (4.0 GPA), and truly believes they might be the right potential fit for each other. Adam sees the propensity for clients being the true experts in their own lives and use the assistance of a clinician to evoke their best qualities to assist them in reaching their goals or symptom reduction.

Child and Family Agency's Child Guidance Clinics provide outpatient diagnostic and counseling services to children, ages three to eighteen, who are experiencing emotional and/or behavioral difficulties. Adult Outpatient services are available to parents of children being seen by the agency. Masters' level trained clinicians provide counseling to address issues including family stress and conflict, child and adolescent behavioral problems, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger problems, adjustment to life stressors, trauma, peer problems and other behavioral health difficulties. We now offer Open Access Walk-In Hours in Essex on Tuesdays 11-2 and Wednesday 9-12.

As difficult as it may be to face one's problems I believe it is more painful when we avoid facing them. I offer a safe and accepting environment in which I engage you to work with me and together we identify the source(s) of your difficulties and explore options that will enable you to move beyond them. My approach is positive with a focus on your strengths. I have the utmost respect for my clients and their family situations and honesty is a hallmark of my work.

I have worked in the field for 25 years. I also offer early morning sessions for people who want to meet before they go to work. Working in private practice and in schools has provided me with the unique experience and understanding of families, students and the school system. Over the years, I have expanded my expertise to working with people of all ages dealing with the everyday challenges of life, psychiatric issues and wanting to be a more well rounded person. Guiding and motivating people toward understanding what "feeling better" can be and working with them how to get there is a journey we take together.

Hello! I have been providing compassionate, focused care to therapy clients for over 25 years. Compassionate: together, we will talk about what you're facing and how you're coping, in a nonjudgmental way. Focused: your time is precious. We will make efficient use of our time together, to identify ways you can experience greater effectiveness and peace. I'm more than just a good listener; I will (gently) keep us on track. We will work together towards your goals.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a diverse training background and set of clinical skills. I have worked in various clinical settings, including schools, community mental health clinics, hospitals, and medical research facilities. I have also worked with both children and adults, however I specialize in children, adolescents, and young adults who experience mental health issues. I provide various therapy and assessment services, and value the opportunity to collaborate with other systems to provide comprehensive, holistic care.

I work to create hope and connection for all ages. I understand that coming to therapy or asking for help can be a difficult and overwhelming decision for anyone to make. I am here to help make this decision a beneficial and rewarding experience for you and your family. When you step into my office, you will receive unconditional acceptance and advocacy on your journey towards health and wholeness.

Trained in Germany and in the United States I have been able to learn from both academic and cultural traditions. Psycho-dynamic, Gestalt, Solution-focused and other approaches in Psychology led me to understand our emotional life as a strong and resilient force. This force is leading us - sometimes unnoticed - to new beginnings; we resist what is destructive and we heal at the same time.

I am a social worker with over 20 years experience in clinical practice with an office in Essex, CT. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented psychodynamic and psycho-educational techniques to help you understand yourself better and resolve issues and reach goals most important to you.

Telehealth session offered. I welcome individuals and couples facing relationship challenges, depression, anxiety and stress. Many of my clients experience difficulties balancing the demands of relationships, parenting, work, transitions, and finding time to look after their own needs. During the Covid- 19 crisis many are experiencing heightened levels of anxiety and relationship problems. In working with me, clients will work on gaining insight into their problems and improve their ability to achieve peace, fulfillment and satisfaction in their lives. I offer Saturday morning appointments for clients with busy weekday schedules.

My therapy is based on a solution focused brief therapy model that assists in identifying unique strengths then utilizing these resources to support recovery and growth. I am licensed both in Connecticut and in North Carolina, providing services in both states. I have mover 20 years working in the counseling/therapy field. My background includes a Masters Degree in Education and Counseling with extensive experiences with children, adolescents, adults and families. I am also experienced in identifying and treating substance abuse issues. I provide counseling via internet only via Doxy.me.

You will select me as your psychologist not because I simply listen- but because together we will change, create, and organize your true self. After 30 plus years of working with clients in psychotherapy, I continue to look for the unexpected, the surprises, and the unknown, about the important people in your life and most of all, renewal within you. It is exciting to define new directions in a career or a relationship. As an older parent, I still look for overcoming the challenges in seeing how we all grow. I have had training in schools, agencies, and hospitals.

I look forward to assisting you through the challenges of life and creating a happier and more empowered tomorrow. I often tell clients we all have 'junk in the trunk', it's often the junk we have not dealt with or avoid that sneaks up on us when we least expect it. It complicates this already complicated thing call 'life'. Let me help you unpack the junk, explore its impact on you and how its impact continues to effect you. Through supportive counseling you can take back the reigns and create positive change.

Anxiety & Gut-Brain Specialist: I've spent over a decade delving into the science of wellbeing and provide holistic treatment blending psychotherapy, hypnosis, and clinical nutrition. I am obsessed with the gut-brain connection, neuroscience, mental health, & nutrition! I take pride in creating a down-to-earth, compassionate, gentle, and nurturing approach to healing- I am currently accepting clients, however do not have any evening appointments- If you'd like to schedule a time to chat the best way is to book a free consultation at www. koalendar.com/e/15-min-therapy-consultation

Welcome! First and foremost, I would like to congratulate you on showing up for yourself and beginning this journey of self-growth. After all, that is truly what therapy is about. I believe therapy allows us the opportunity to reflect through the different seasons of life and ultimately our relationship with ourselves. Please feel encouraged for just beginning this process and imagine what the world would be like if we all embraced healthy self-discovery. Although therapy may be viewed as counter-cultural, I encourage you to stand firm in taking care of yourself and evolving into a more authentic you.