Emotionally Focused Therapists in Farmington, CT

Michael A. Roohr is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) who works with individuals as well as couples and families. Michael has experience helping clients with depression, academic difficulties, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, self-harming behaviors, and adjusting to life-changing events. He completed his Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of St. Joseph.

Helping people who seek healing and self-improvement has been the focus of my professional life. Much of my work has been with individuals trying to deal with challenges related to conditions such as anxiety, depression and ADHD. I also have considerable experience helping parents, especially those whose children have disabilities of all kinds. My approach is eclectic. It begins with learning about you (e.g., your feelings, thoughts/beliefs, actions, life experiences, stage of life & health). I also consider other factors that influence your well-being (e.g., family, relationships, work, societal pressures).

Making the first therapy appointment takes an enormous amount of strength. As a holistic therapist, my objective is to empower and support you. My mission is to provide a warm and collaborative atmosphere, in which you can openly explore and identify a deep understanding, acceptance and respect for yourself. Together, we can work towards breaking unhealthy patterns, harnessing trapped courage and embracing your most authentic self. Eunoia, meaning “beautiful thinking; a well mind” is the basis of my practice, as I am passionate about guiding you towards optimal wellness.

Welcome! Asking for help is never easy, but it is a huge step! Having someone to support you in your journey can have a powerful impact in your life. I am passionate about helping you make positive changes, navigate life's difficulties, and identify and work towards your goals. My approach focuses on integrative healing, emphasizing balanced self-care, engaging in the arts, nutrition, and exercise and movement. I will bring compassion, creativity, sensitivity, humor, warmth, accountability, and insight to our work together.

Ellie Mental Health in West Hartford, Connecticut isn’t your average therapy clinic. We’ve created a comfortable, judgment-free zone where you can be authentic, get real about where you’re at in your mental health, and receive the compassionate care you deserve. We strive to break down treatment barriers and provide you with customized counseling services that meet your therapy needs. Our lovely and amazing therapists see clients ages 3-end of life, and work with individuals, couples, and families.

**Currently NOT accepting accepting virtual or in office appointments at this time.** I'm EMDR Certified and use other skills to work with individuals, families and youth dealing with difficult emotions, major life changes and loss. I have a great desire to assist individuals who may be dealing with court mandates, LGBT, trauma, anger management, domestic violence, substance use, sexual abuse, behavioral issues, ADHD and grief and loss of loved ones. Assist individuals and families to manage issues that impact mental health needs, mind/ body/ spirit connections and learning healthy coping skills to improve quality of life.

Currently NOT accepting new patients. I'm a clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults. My approach to therapy is centered on building a trusting, friendly, open and accepting environment where individuals and families feel safe to collaboratively work to create positive change in their lives.

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.

*** I currently do not have openings*** Given all that has happened in the past few years, life can feel overwhelming and/or out of control. Psychotherapy can provide you a place to heal, turn your life around, feel more empowered, and to begin to have the life you want. Even the most independent adults need help once in awhile. I will work to help you feel safe and supported. We'll go at a pace that feels comfortable, while selecting the best tools for you. Our work can help you begin to feel calm, relieved, hopeful, and encouraged.

Above all, therapy is a relationship. I work collaboratively with my clients to develop a safe, trusting, and attuned relationship that we can use to explore problematic patterns of relating, work through emotional tensions and conflicts, and better understand themselves. Through the therapeutic relationship, we can begin to unravel those patterns that keep people wondering, "why does this keep happening?", fully experience emotions, develop a greater sense of self-awareness and vitality, and understand how the past impacts and influences the present. Please see my website for more information.

Not accepting new clients at this time - As challenges in life emerge, I'm passionate about supporting adults through the use of a strengths based approach. Together, we will explore and identify the tools and resources necessary to rise above each challenge you are experiencing. We will work on mutually agreed upon goals, drawing on your personal resources of motivation and hope to create long lasting change. My therapeutic style includes a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. I am trained by Post Partum Support international (PSI) and specialize in perinatal mental health.

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over 20 years! I continue to love what I do and look forward to partnering with you to feel better. We can work together to overcome the challenges that seem to be holding you back. I have experience working with concerns around relationships, trauma, parenting, children/adolescent issues, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, stress and personal growth challenges.