Therapists in Guilford, CT

The world seems upside down! The anxiety permeating society is palpable. The thing we need today is connection with others and some order. If you are struggling with anything please reach out for support. Psychology Today has hundreds of clinicians that can help. My specialty is helping individuals process their thoughts and feelings with someone who is objective and compassionate. Together we can figure out what moves to make next or how to process your life and make it better. Life is hard but you are not alone. It takes work to improve it and to cope with it and having a professional to brainstorm with is invaluable.

Congratulations on taking the important step towards improved mental health and healing! I welcome the opportunity to work with you on becoming your best self. I work with individuals, couples and families suffering from anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, self-esteem issues, alcohol/drug misuse and addiction. I am trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, an evidenced based therapy for the treatment of trauma. Let's get started!

If you are going through a transition or wish to make changes in your life, I could assist you with creative suggestions, constructive feedback and valuable support. If it is a relationship that is of concern, I have worked with couples for over forty years on a variety of issues with the focus on effective communication and conflict resolution whether it be to bring about a more fulfilling and committed relationship or separation and divorce. I offer a safe and supportive environment in which you can work out your issues.

I have been in private practice for 34 years in the capacity of family therapist and clinical director at two residential facilities. I do not believe in long term therapy, and on occasion, clients will come back for a "tune-up." I am direct, I will give you feedback, (not tell you what to do) and be very supportive at the same time. Family therapists, believe that behaviors get passed down from generation to generation. We would explore your "family of origin" and sort out what behaviors are working for you and what needs to change. If YOU do the work, You WILL get better!

At the Shoreline Psychotherapy and Behavioral Health (SPBH) center, we care for clients of all ages and stages including young children, adolescents and adults as they learn to cope with their psychological issues. We provide individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy.

Everyone needs support at times. Change is hard, but with knowledge and understanding, you can transform your life. I work with children, adolescents, adults, parents, & families in identifying challenges, finding effective ways of coping, & moving toward reaching specific goals. Learning to love yourself & practicing these skills will lead to a more meaningful life & more fulfilling relationships. Partnering with you on your unique journey, in a safe and compassionate space, I will support you in reaching your fullest potential & realizing your dreams. Change is possible even if you don't believe it at first. Reach out today.

There are times in everyone's life when we can feel overwhelmed with life's challenges and difficulties. At those times we can benefit from a confidential and supportive environment to help resolve an emotional challenge or cope with a personal experience. I have had over 30 years of experience in providing short and long term individual therapy, as well as couples therapy, and in that time I have provided emotional healing, personal growth and understanding for people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, relationships, couples issues, and life changes.

Do you feel that your life, marriage or family are falling apart? Do you say to yourself that things can't go on the way they are yet unclear about a way out? I am an ally who can see things from your point of view. I listen, reflect, and support you on your process of making sense about issues close to your heart. My work doesn’t just focus on difficulties or the past, but looks at your strengths, and aims to help you get what you want out of life; whether that is to grow, to become happier and more fulfilled, to change old patterns that no longer serve, or to identify and develop your potential.

Our way of live has been turned upside down. The structures of our community that ground, secure and orient us, have been hit by this pandemic. We find ourselves feeling disoriented and out of sorts. Others are grappling with not only the upending of routines caused by the pandemic but are fearing for their life or their livelihood. Whatever your situation, your life has been changed right now by something outside your control, and this is invariably stressful. And, of course, many of you were dealing with mental health issues or traumatic life events before the complication of a pandemic.

Seeking support can be a difficult decision and process! I am a compassionate and responsive counselor who listens, but also provides clients with effective tools and strategies to manage life’s difficult situations. I see each client as unique and having different needs, therefore my work is mostly grounded in a person centered approach. By also incorporating cognitive behavioral and solution focused approaches, I help clients meet their personal goals.

I have extensive experience treating substance use disorders and related trauma. I also have created a subspecialty called ABC therapy that directly addresses the needs of families involved with substance use. Additionally, I have recently added EMDR as a powerful new tool for helping clients dealing with trauma and anxiety.

Working from a positive, whole-person perspective that is grounded in a psychodynamic and relational approach, I work with clients to navigate, understand, and resolve experiences of distress, relational challenges, life transitions, and health difficulties. As a Clinical Health Psychologist with an Integrative Medicine background, I have had the honor of helping people address and overcome a wide variety of challenges for over 20 years. My areas of expertise include coping with major life-adjustments, health conditions and cancer, significant stress/burn-out, relationship and parenting challenges, grief/loss, and work-life balance.

Life can be so complicated. We know that life always has its ups, and it always has its downs, yet we find ourselves feeling unfulfilled and stuck more often than not. We tell ourselves, “once this week is done…” or “I just need to get through __ and then…”, only to find ourselves circling around in this monotonous pattern of thinking and behavior, and never actually feel any reprieve or peace. What if I told you there’s a better way to go about this? You can learn and grow through the tough times AND be present in the good times, truly appreciating every minute of them without bracing for what's on the other side.

Starting therapy can be anxiety-provoking, and also a pivotal step in establishing self-care. I strive to make my clients feel seen, heard and respected in session and embrace a strengths-based approach.

I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with stress & anxiety related to major life transitions (pregnancy, birth of a baby, loss of loved one, relationship changes, empty nest, career shifts, launching into adulthood, health crisis). Life transitions impact our identity, our relationships and our sense of Self, often in ways we don’t expect. If a life event feels overwhelming or is keeping you stuck in patterns of thinking/behaving that no longer serve you, let's talk. EMAIL inquiries are the most efficient way to reach me.

The creative process is a form of communication that can be helpful when it's difficult to express ourselves with words. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Art Therapist is to provide you with a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space for you to express, explore, learn, and grow emotionally. Psychotherapy and art therapy have the power to lift anyone. I work with people struggling with stress and life transitions, young people experiencing school-related stress, and people experiencing a memory issue or dementia. I work with loved ones and caregivers of children, and the loved ones and caregivers of older adults.

I have helped clients, who have been willing to establish a trusting relationship, over time and explore current problems or growth potential through examination of key past and present relationships. If you can examine feelings, take responsibility for your part of conflicts and look for ways to expand give and take with others, you will do well in therapy with me. My recent work with brain behavior therapies can help you resolve difficult and long standing sources of anxiety and depression.

At Pathways we believe that everyone has within themselves the potential for personal growth. Through forming a partnership with our patients, we strive to guide and empower them to work through obstacles they face. Our mission truly lies in our name, as we help each individual create their own pathway for change. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and realize that Trust, Respect and Confidentiality form the foundation of this partnership.

I welcome Individuals and couples in my practice. Clients seeking therapy may be experiencing anxiety, depression and grief, Others may be wanting to develop strategies to help balance the demands of relationships, parenting, work, life cycle transitions, and finding time to look after their own needs. In seeking therapy, they wish to gain greater clarity and understanding of their issues and themselves.