Teen Therapists in Hartford, CT

Welcome to the counseling services of Darniel J. Mojica, I am a I am bilingual LCSW. I am here to serve individuals who are going through a difficulty, have phase of life issues, relationship problems, school problems, or any stressors that affects their mental health. Whether you are that struggling teenager , or have marital problems, have work related conflicts, or just simply want to make personal improvements. I am here to help you navigate through these concerns. My goal is to empower and equip to live their lives to the fullest! Can't wait to meet you!

Do you feel stuck in your life and don't know what to do? You’re not alone. Sometimes we may feel lost and unfulfilled, but you don’t have to go through this alone! I am here to accompany you on this journey. Everything you need is already within you, and together we will develop the necessary tools to assist you in harnessing your inner strength to live your most fulfilling and authentic self. As an experienced clinician, our therapeutic work will be a collaborative one. Together we will identify and enhance your strengths while exploring the root causes of your identified challenges and triggers. This is the first step!

"I believe that everything we want in life takes time such as: opportunities, dreams, relationships, and rising above difficult situations. Giving yourself the time you need to overcome challenges is essential to your growth. I strive to provide a safe place to talk where individuals can begin the personal growth process in an environment that is welcoming, relaxing, and sensitive to cultural and language needs."

Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.

My style is to be a supportive and collaborative partner with you using my more than 20 years of experience and training with your own desire to grow and heal. With sensitivity & compassion I will help you to do the deep transformative work that goes beyond just "talk therapy", and help you embody your emotions to work with the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of your issues. My goal is for you to feel as safe, comfortable and accepted as possible, and I would be honored to be a part of your journey.

Allow me to help guide you through your wellness journey. Together we will uncover your best you!

Healing and wholeness is in your hands and I am here to walk with you. Whether you are struggling as a teenager in school, a young adult seeking purpose, a woman in your singleness journey, or simply exploring other facets of your identity---then I am here to guide you on your path. Show me a glimpse of who you are, the struggles of your life, and I will show you some ways that you can heal yourself. This is YOUR journey, YOUR healing, YOUR path, and I am here to walk with you. Not to label you or focus on your weaknesses, but to work together to transform your life with what makes you unique. Are you ready? Let's journey.

Do you struggle with substance use disorder and want help with relapse prevention? Have mental health problems kept you from achieving your goals? Do you and your teen struggle to connect and communicate effectively? You want to live a happy life and develop healthy relationships, but you can’t make it happen. Therapy with an LMSW skilled at providing mental health care and coordinating services from community resources can empower you and your family to live the lives you want.

Does reliving your trauma keep you from moving forward with your life? Are your relationships with your family and partner suffering due to mental illness? Do you feel disconnected from your teen and wish there was a way to help them navigate a difficult time in their lives? You want to feel at peace, in control of your emotions, and able to tackle whatever life throws at you, but you aren’t sure how to get there. Dealing with mental health, relationship, or family issues can feel overwhelming. Therapy can help you develop the tools you need to create the life you crave.

Are you, your child, or teen feeling stressed and seeking help? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed? Do you want to return to harmony and peace in your relationships/at work/within your family? I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and adults, and am committed to helping all individuals recognize their greatest potential. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, previously working as a school psychologist in public schools for over 25 years. I can help adults, children, and adolescents navigate difficult problems in their lives. Why don’t you give me a call or email me so we can discuss how I can help!

I am a licensed clinical social worker and owner of STRIDE, LLC. Resiliency is a fundamental hallmark of who we are ....Survivors. Stride represents how we begin to succeed by overcoming mental health challenges and life's obstacles . Stride is the acronym for Successful Transitions In Developing Empowerment for all... My motto is if you take a step we will take a step with you. We provide creative and collaborative approaches to reshaping and improving one's life and family. Strides provides a technological and comprehensive approach of providing individual, family, and couple's counseling.

Difficult times are an opportunity for change; change is hard and a real investment...in you. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with couples trying to strengthen, salvage, or make a decision about a relationship. I offer family therapy with a specialty in child/ adolescent emotional and behavioral issues and parent coaching designed with you to realistically meet your family's needs. I also work with individuals seeking change, coping with transition, and seeking to come to terms with present/past trauma, on going struggles, and the hope for change. With hope, readiness to work, and the right therapist, it will happen!

DO YOU HATE CHANGE? DO YOU DREAD MAKING THE CHANGES YOU KNOW YOU NEED TO MAKE? I CAN HELP YOU! With over 30 years experience, training in traditional psychotherapy, and certifications in several alternative modalities,I can help you make those changes with a technique to fit your needs and comfort. Do you want to resolve grief, become more successful, stop smoking, adjust to marriage or divorce or do you need help with depression, anxiety, or parenting? Call me and I will give you a free half hour phone session to ensure that we are a good fit.

I provide individual, couples and group psychotherapy to all ages in a nonjudgmental confidential environment using an eclectic therapeutic approach - treating a wide range of issues including mood disorders, addiction, marriage, trauma, grief, parenting/ adolescent , spiritual and existential dilemmas. Through a compassionate collaborative process together we explore how thoughts and feelings provide opportunities to increase self-awareness, mindfulness, reduce anxieties, stabilize mood while increasing ability to effectively function. I work in close collaboration with APRN prescriber. Expect to be treated with respect and be challenged to live your best life. Welcome, thank you for investing in yourself you deserve it!

I am a Linehan Board Certified Clinician in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). DBT emphasizes individual psychotherapy and skills training to help people learn and use new skills and strategies to develop a life that they experience as worth living. My priority is in providing the utmost quality of care by closely following evidence-based practices and working collaboratively towards meaningful goals.