Therapists in Essex, CT

My practice is focused on creating meaningful lives through positive change and growth, I practice client centered therapy using approaches that meet the unique needs of the individual. I have over 14 years of experience in a number of settings including private practice, clinical supervision, teaching at ECSU, schools and towns. During difficult times, we can feel stuck and limited in our options and feel overwhelmed, I use evidence based best practices and therapeutic methods such as solution focused techniques, mindfulness, CBT, DBT, tapping and many more to assure clients have a wraparound approach that is individualized.

I am a compassionate, empathetic, and solution-focused professional, who believes everyone can achieve their goals. I have over 10 years experience working with individuals, couples, and families in diverse settings from substance use facilities to the Department of Correction as well as a Youth and Family Services, and a program director for an eating disorder facility. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents and use evidence-based therapeutic approaches to connect clients with hope and belief in themselves.

Much of my work has been with individuals who have experienced extreme stress or trauma in their lives. Today, so many of us have experienced events in our lives which we have not felt comfortable talking about and that pain has continued inside of us. I offer a place for individuals to explore these issues and to discover how these stressors affect and change the way our brains work as well as ways to re-train our brains and work. I provide outpatient, individualized, holistic care and offer a safe and comforting environment. My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and help people become aware of their inner strengths.

As a clinical social worker, I have over 25 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and families in a variety of therapeutic settings. Creating a therapeutic environment that is warm, compassionate and nurturing is one of my strengths. Therapy often helps provide insight into our strengths and internal resources we already have so we can build skills for improved daily functioning, emotional health and fulfillment and positive change. My areas of special interest include adjustment to life changes, low self-esteem, stress management, relational concerns and emotional/mood disorders.

Current Waitlist. Looking for and reaching out to a therapist for support takes a lot courage and can be time sensitive. For older teens and adults I enjoy using a relational approach in order to maximize the therapeutic relationship as this is the anchor for treatment. I enjoy the transition from high school through college and beyond as you navigate so many transitions and issues that can arise such as anxiety, eating issues, relationship challenges, mood changes, and large approaching life decisions. I also enjoy working with healthcare providers as burnout rates soar.

Are you experiencing emotional pain, sadness, and overwhelm from loss and/or trauma? Is your anxiety and worry becoming too much to manage on your own? Are you someone who has habits and behaviors that are hurting you or those you love? Do you want to change? I can support you, guide you, and challenge you to grow and change in a positive healthy manner. I offer strength-based, solution-focused, spiritually based therapy.

I'm eager to help you set goals and make the changes you would like to make in your life. I am an LCSW/psychotherapist with 20 yrs experience treating adult clients. My goal is to help you heal from or manage mood disorders, relationship or life circumstances, & evolve to your highest potential. I will guide you in learning skills to manage stress, anxiety & improve your life & relationships so you can be the best version of yourself. There's always hope. When you can't control what is happening, CBT can help you learn to control the way you think about and respond to what is happening.

Are you looking for an experienced therapist? I work with a range of issues. Behavioral problems, work/ family balance, grief, marital/ relationship issues, family therapy, parent-child, infidelity, sexual issues, alcohol/ drug abuse, domestic violence, depression, anxiety/ panic, emotional/ mental disorders, financial difficulties, life transitions, loss, PTSD, anger management and issues within judicial systems. Acknowledge the problem...Experience the solution. I love my work and problem solving with clients. My work strives to achieve a healthy lifestyle for my clients. I help clients achieve their behavioral goals within the brief compass of six to ten sessions.

For the last 12 years I've enjoyed working in the non-profit sector helping people from various backgrounds. My therapy style is non-judgmental and relaxed in which I try to meet people where they are at. I help people address a number of concerns ranging from enhancing their self-esteem and coping skills to treating Trauma, Anxiety, Grief, and severe Depression. I'm experienced with helping adults communicate with other generations within their family and gaining healthier relationships. Over the years I've also fostered skills designed for helping men and women address a variety of challenges.

Feeling stressed? Are you struggling with feeling worried and having difficulty relaxing? Are you feeling more anxious than ever before? Perhaps you have many worries about too many different things and it feels difficult to manage. You might notice your heart is racing, your palms becoming sweaty, and feeling short of breath. Does worry keep you up at night trying to stay on top of that to do list? Today you are one step closer to feeling empowered to create a path toward well-being. I work with adults of all ages to explore personal strengths to help create positive changes, especially when working through life's difficulties.

Waterstone's staff of compassionate and licensed professionals are on hand to care for your individual counseling needs and goals to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression or substance use. We incorporate best clinical practices, expert treatment knowledge and a thorough understanding of the overwhelming factors individuals face. We understand that finding the right therapist or treatment center can be difficult. We ensure that each potential client understands all the counseling options open to them.