Couples Counseling Therapists in Greenwich, CT

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the level of stress in your life? Would you like to learn helpful skills to improve your mood? Do you want to change your relationship with food and your body? If so, I am here to help. I am dedicated to providing high-quality therapy delivered with compassion and expertise. We will work closely to develop a personalized plan aimed at helping you make positive changes in a timely manner. My focus is to help you build upon your strengths, gain new skills, and achieve the personal growth you seek.

Reaching out for help takes strength. And calling a therapist is a courageous first step in the healing process. Psychotherapy is a unique opportunity to learn about yourself in a safe and protected environment where the focus is on your needs. As a therapist, I tend to be interactive in sessions giving you feedback that will help you to understand yourself better. Understanding more about yourself and certain patterns in relationships will give you greater control over your life. Our work together will free you to make choices about your life and your relationships that may not have felt possible in the past.

We are built for connection, but relationships are complicated. I'm here to get into the muck with you and yours. We become a team to find healthier ways to co-exist. I work by deeply listening, and purposefully strategizing to find solutions that make sense and meet your individual and collective needs. I am dedicated to supporting creative options and limitless possibilities for impossible situations. I will help you face a variety of struggles such as divorce, trauma, parenting, addictions, co-dependence, affairs, and hard to manage teens. With collective insights and effort, we can build your intentional life.

As a psychotherapist, I see the strengths in others and always maintain hope and commitment to growth and development. With our relationship as the foundation, therapy can become a fascinating process of getting to know and develop one's true self, resulting in a greater sense of authenticity, vitality, connection and well-being. It's essential to find a therapist who is a good fit for you; my style is warm and involved, respectful and attentive. We will look for old patterns that are no longer working, and explore new possibilities within the safe confines of the therapy room.

I am a Clincial Psychologist with many years of post graduate training. I work in a variety of ways, depending upon the unique needs of the person or couple. Psychotherapy is a highly unique opportunity to learn about oneself. At any given time, this process may require me to be interactive and direct or more reserved and reflective as I help people focus on and clarify their needs, feelings, and thoughts.

At times, it can be difficult to feel joy or appreciate life due to mental health challenges that appear during times of transition. Asking for help can be intimidating. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental, and empowering therapy solutions, helping you develop your strengths and find balance in your life. For over fifteen years, I have worked with couples, adults, young adults, children, and families who are struggling with anxiety, anger, addictions, and relationship issues.

Our lives unfold their beauty, Like the petals of a flower, In challenges from circumstances, We find our finest hour. (C. Alexander Simkins). Generally it is in such circumstances that we find our way to a psychotherapist or a need for medication, not when life is smooth and comfortable. Many years of professional practice blended with my own life experiences have given me empathy and understanding that assist me in my relationships with my clients and in identifying with them what is needed to enhance healing and recovery. I am a nurse practitioner in psychiatry and mental health with a focus on depression, anxiety, life transitions, end of life issues, substance use and medication management. I see both individuals and couples. There are many research studies showing the use of hypnotherapy and mindfulness in easing the symptoms of stress and anxiety and I incorporate both into my practice. www.rickhanson.net. A wonderful resource to increase your knowledge and insights on how to use mindfulness to reduce stress.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I am passionate about my work. My mission as a therapist is: to help you enjoy life to its fullest, to help you to love yourself and to provide hope for you as you redefine yourself along life's journey. At least 90% of my clients achieve their goals and have a higher level of functioning after therapy. I'll be honest with you. In a safe, caring environment, I will help you find inner strength to grow. I enjoy working with couples, families, groups and individuals.

When a particular area of life is less rewarding or is problematic, you may seek assistance rediscovering your path to mental health. Understanding that therapy is more likely to be helpful when you feel comfortable with your therapist, and hopeful about the therapy, my approach emphasizes accessing each person’s unique strengths and resources in order to facilitate growth, new learning, and fulfillment. I use a person-centered integrative approach drawing from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and somatic theories to work collaboratively with you toward mutually agreed-upon goals.

Life has many challenges, it's how you grow from your past that defines who you are in life. You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. People typically enter therapy when they are in distress, although it's usually the long-term and underlying struggles that concern them the most. Initially, we will work quickly to address your immediate pain and provide relief. As therapy progresses, our focus may shift so you develop more positive and enriching relationships with yourself and others.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in helping teens, adults, couples and families navigate and cope with challenging life situations. My style is supportive, solution focused, non judgmental and collaborative. I provide a safe and calm enviornment for you to engage in the therapeutic process. I take time in tailoring your therapeutic experience to meet your specific needs and goals. Working collaboratively with my clients has proven to be an effecitve technique to facilitate personal growth and healing. I care deeply about each of my clients and want to ensure that you receive the help, guidance and experience you are seeking.

Things at home are more stressful than ever—trying to find balance in the midst of endless demands is overwhelming. You are doing your best, but the whole house feels on edge, especially you and your partner. Certain pre-existing relational dynamics are now magnified and there’s a storm brewing inside of you. You're feeling angry, resentful and unsupported. You know you play a part in this dance, you’re ready to roll up your sleeves to right this ship, but can’t do it alone anymore. There's a part of you that knows you could be better and another part that is so lost. You need some clarity and guidance.

I love my work and feel incredibly fortunate to have formed so many meaningful therapeutic relationships. It is a privilege to travel with clients as they emerge from suffering and utilize the strengths they have found and the skills they have learned to achieve balance and ultimately, their life goals. The relationship between therapist and client is a real, equalitarian relationship built on honesty, respect, and collaboration. As we get to know each other, you will find that I am warm, genuine, non-judgmental, flexible, direct, and irreverent. I have a good sense of humor and believe that laughter is an important part of healing.

If you are stuck, lonely, misunderstood, confused or unhappy, perhaps a small group is just the thing for you! I have a weekday morning group for adults who want to improve their communication satisfaction and increase their ability to be emotionally intimate. Group therapy is an ideal "laboratory" and a sacred space in which you can have the dual benefit of my 39 years of clinical experience along with mutual sharing with people like you. For individuals and couples, I will listen to you, and once the problem is understood, we will utilize the most appropriate technique to enable you to achieve your goals. Please call me!

Are you looking to heal your relationship with food? Many of my clients struggle with lifelong disordered relationships with food and body image. When we work together, you will learn practical tools and strategies to change your eating, as well as gain insight into the underlying dynamics that create roadblocks to meeting your goals. I'm a licensed psychologist and certified eating disorder specialist with 13+ years experience treating binge eating, disordered eating, body image concerns, and issues related to bariatric surgery.

I believe that you should feel comfortable with your therapist. The process can be scary, joyful, painful, or wonderfully exhilarating, and I strive to provide a warm, accepting atmosphere in which you can undertake this work. If you feel comfortable, you will feel more hopeful and ready for change. We will work together to make the changes you need.

I work with individuals and families with hearing loss and Deafness. As a specialist in hearing loss and the psychosocial effects of Deafness I work with people on building and maintaining solid relationships. Growth and change are always possible and a core foundation to my approach. Learning to balance your stressors negative and positive is what makes change possible, and is how I will work with you towards building hope. My VP number for Deaf clients is 860-591-9088. I am licensed to practice in Rhode Island and Connecticut.

I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, and major life transitions. I draw from my psychodynamic training at NYU, postgraduate psychoanalytic certification, and two decades of experience to help you relieve distress, increase resilience, and improve your quality of life.

Are you are looking for a therapist who understands what it means to be part of the LGBTQ+ community and/or a male socialized person? I or a member of my team at the Center for Healthier Relationships, Individuals & Sexualities may be a good fit. I have an amazing team of therapists, from low fee interns to therapists with years of experience. The team specializes in working with LGBTQ+ populations and is compromised of members of the community. The team has a variety of specialities, including sex therapy, addiction, behavioral modification, couples intimacy concerns, and men's issues, to name a few.