Imago Therapists in Guilford, CT
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Gail Reeves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Therapy at West Woods provides an opportunity to take a look at what is important in your life! If you feel stuck, unsettled and/or would like to address issues individually, as a couple or as a family, this is a great place to start. I am a Marriage and Family therapist who utilizes
Imago
therapy to facilitate communication in a respectful and loving way.

Leesa Sklover
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MA-MT, C-IAYT, CRC
Verified
Verified
In private practice for 25 years, counseling children, adults, families, couples as group, workshop leader, psychotherapist, professor college/graduate programs, HR consultant, corporate businesses, Canyon Ranch Spa (12 yrs), hospitals, entertainment industry, with first responders and their families. People who seek counseling are often in a transitional stage of life. People experience self doubt, anxiety and loneliness. In our therapy, I listen with compassion, sharing my vast experience and truth. I offer creative therapeutic tools, a sense of meaning making. In relationship with me, you feel deeply understood and cared for.
Pamela Olausson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
I have been in private practice for 29 years and see clients ages 18 and over. Most people come to me with issues of depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, postpartum difficulties, parenting questions, and overall identity issues and sense of sense.

Erin Pfeifer-Andrin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSSW
Verified
Verified
Please note: Email or text ONLY to schedule. Calls will not be returned. Face-to-face sessions are so valuable and it's why I continue to offer them when many others do not. I am a licensed clinical social worker/psychotherapist with over 18 yrs of experience in all areas of mental health, treating adult clients. At my practice, Evolve Holistic Therapy, LLC, my goal is to help you heal & evolve to your highest potential. I will guide you in learning skills to manage stress & anxiety, & improve your life & relationships. We will journey together towards your best version of yourself and to peace & serenity.
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Venice Garner Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Everyday is a good day, it's just that some days are better than others" This is my motto in my practice and in life. Finding a balance and true happiness starts with self, and having a therapist that is a good fit for you is a start. Asking for help and seeking counseling is the first step. I take pride in the therapeutic relationship and strive to help my clients get to the next level of realistic and ideal change in their lives to reach their full potential.
Not accepting new clients

Andonia E Dakis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello prospective Stony Creek Counseling Community Member! After 40 years in the psychology field, I am in the process of melding my passion for nutrition with psychotherapy and family therapy. I expect to be fully operational in January of 2024. Meanwhile, I will be seeing clients on Telehealth Thursday and Fridays. Expecting a couple openings in April. I’m not the expert on your family or you, rather the professional facilitator with a positive, solution focused approach to bringing about a sense of balance and well being. I bring the experience of 40 years to the table and offer compassionate and non judgmental feedback.

Christine A. Nucci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
**Lower Valley Psychotherapy Services, LLC, provides psychotherapy for individual (adult only) and couples therapy with the goal to help you learn how to manage emotional stressors, depression, anxiety, trauma, or any life challenges and/or transitions. Insurances accepted. **CO-PARENTING SOLUTIONS, LLC is a mediation/educational/paralegal service committed to facilitating negotiations of parenting, custody, and other family matters. Go to coparentingsolutionsct.com to learn more. No insurance is accepted for this service as it is educational.
Laurie W. Rhines PhD LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I believe in the power each client has within themselves to use problems as opportunities to heal old wounds and release negative self-beliefs. I accept my clients exactly where they are, excited to journey with them toward enhanced consciousness and their authentic self. Feeling heard and validated are important aspects of my client relationships.
Online Therapists

Deborah Krevalin Counseling Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Deborah has Certified Training in Gottman Method Couples, expertise in Conflict Resolution,
Imago
Relationship Therapy, Substance Abuse and training in Body-Centered Psychotherapy.
Deborah specializes in helping clients strengthen relationships and deepen connections. Using holistic and science-based methods, partners learn a new way to communicate and alter unhealthy relationship dynamics. They are able to have productive conversations without blowing up or shutting down. Deborah is an 'active therapist' who offers suggestions and brings good energy to sessions. On her watch, there is no “bad guy” and blame is never the focus. She creates a safe space where couples feel comfortable discussing personal issues. Clients appreciate Deborah's warmth, openness and ability to quickly get to the heart of an issue.

Paula Levy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a family and divorce mediator and an
Imago
therapist.
Do you have problems communicating with your partner? Has your relationship been impacted by an affair? Are you and your partner drifting apart? I work with you to achieve results in a fast and realistic way. My clients describe me as bright, compassionate and innovative. My goal is to support and empower you to make changes to improve your life. As a Marriage & Family Therapist I am experienced in utilizing the strengths you possess to make positive changes. I enjoy helping couples strengthen their marriages. I can help you with career changes, divorce, remarriage, childbirth, or other life transitions.

Jessica Larosa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an IFS (Internal Family Systems) informed therapist and
Imago
Relationship Therapist. I help older teens and adults navigate their conflicting thoughts, feelings/emotions, and reactions so they are better able to be fully present and focus on the people that matter in their personal and professional lives. If you are feeling stuck, scared, or frustrated please reach out. I also, help couples learn communication skills so they can navigate frustrating/painful conversations with minimal arguing/conflict. I will teach you how to do this right in my office so you are equipped with tools you can apply at home.

Tammy Nelson
Counselor, PhD , CST, LPCC, CSCT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Individuals and couples of all orientations and genders come to see me who want to find love, healing, and passion in their relationships and in their lives. They are looking for a Certified Sex and Couples Therapist, and a Certified
Imago
Relationship Therapist who is also the author of five books, including Open Monogamy, When You’re The One Who Cheats, The New Monogamy, and Getting the Sex You Want. Professionals can also join the supervision and consultation groups online. Intensives for couples help with celebrity stress, relationship issues, communication, desire problems, and recovery. www.drtammynelson.com

Natalie Robbins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am licensed in New York and Connecticut and offer an eclectic practice, utilizing skills including
Imago
, EMDR, Brainspotting, EFT, Sand Tray, CBT, DBT, essential oils and energy healing in whatever way works best for you.
Are you struggling with something and need help figuring it out? With patience, humor, empathy and mindfulness, I will work with you in a nonjudgmental, caring and direct way so you can successfully achieve your goals. For over 25 years, I have worked with children and adults with a range of issues, including trauma, at-risk behavior, depression, anxiety, relationship and interpersonal conflict, as well as those struggling with intimacy and sex. I provide a safe space to develop a path toward personal and emotional growth and treat each person with dignity and respect. I also offer co-parenting and therapeutic supervised visitation.

James M Conti
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I'm a Licensed Psychologist, Marriage & Family Therapist, Certified Advanced
Imago
Clinician, Certified
Imago
Workshop Presenter & one of two Certified Gottman Relationship Therapists in CT.
WANT TO HELP YOUR RELATIONSHIP? Come to the GETTING THE LOVE YOU WANT COUPLES WORKSHOP! This workshop is for you if: * You want to improve communication in your relationship. *want passion and compassion back * wondering if your relationship can be saved. *solve ongoing topics and "get on the same page" *You simply want to be heard! You will learn to: * Develop effective new communication skills using the "
Imago
Dialogue". * Resolve conflicts with respect. * Recreate passion and intimacy. * Discover emotional healing and deeper connection in your relationship. * Experience empathy, satisfaction and joyfulness with your partner.

Janice G Leiper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The following are some of my certifications: Advanced
Imago
Relationship Therapy Clinician, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy Externship, Level 1 Internal Family Systems, Level 1 &II EMDR, Reiki I & II, Discernment Counseling.
I work with adults both individually and as couples, encompassing a range of mental health issues. I specialize in relationship counseling whether you're just getting into one, want to enhance your marriage/relationship with new skills and insight, aren't sure if you are leaning in or out of your relationship or have filed for divorce. We get hurt in relationship and we heal in relationship. Let me help you get on the path of healing. It need not take years of therapy to become conscious of what's going on and what you long for.

Michelle Loris
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have been trained in a variety of Cognitive – Behavioral Therapies, as an
Imago
Relationship Therapist, in Psychodynamic Therapy, and in several Trauma Focused Therapies.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with adults, young adults, and couples. Anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, couples therapy, relationship issues, as well as issues important to the LGBTQ+ community are the general areas in which I practice.

Paulette C Studley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am trained in Cognitive-Behavioral, Structural, and Strategic Family Therapy and also utilize Internal Family Systems and
Imago
Therapy techniques.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and have worked with adults and adolescents in the Greater Hartford area for over eight years. My specialties include working with individuals and families to identify and heal intergenerational patterns of trauma and helping adolescents and pre-teens navigate the often-bumpy journey from puberty to launching. I have a passion for working with couples, challenging them to improve communication and to invite intimacy, passion, and security back into their relationship.

Wellstone Center for Love & Relationships- Gottman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EMHL, LPC, Gottman, EFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Accepting New COUPLES in Connecticut & Vermont (Telehealth)! Wellstone Center for Love and Relationships is committed to helping you build a strong, connected, and dynamic love life, where you feel seen, empowered, and held. We use revolutionary, evidence-based techniques to help you understand your relationship, work through challenges, and get the love you deserve. Gottman Method,
Imago
Couple Therapy, & Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT)

Joel Lavenson - Advanced Counseling and Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, LCPC, BC
Verified
Verified
Serving Connecticut and Maine with a love for helping others, A Caring, Competent and Effective counseling approach. Board Certified PTSD Clinician Board Certified Professional Counselor NEW OnLine Video Remote EMDR treatment for PTSD Certified Clinical
IMAGO
Relationship Therapist Certified Clinical EMDR Specialist Advanced Counseling and Therapy Center, is a powerful and compassionate counseling approach that works when other treatments, approaches and protocols have not. Stuck in power struggles, depression, anxiety and unresolved issues? Certified
IMAGO
Relationship Therapist. 20 years of experience helping people Find Their Way. A Veteran and love to be of value in helping individuals, families, and couples with the most challenging issues .

Nahid Westwood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am trained and certified in, cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma treatment: EMDR,and Somatic Experiencing, mindfulness/ meditation &
Imago
Couple counseling.
Do you often feel sad? Lonely? Anxious? Or just unsatisfied with the way your life is going in certain areas? Do you sometimes feel stuck in negative thoughts?
I can help you to break through, to move towards your goals and feel better. I will be with you all the way, to encourage you, guide you, and help you reach your genuine happy self.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.