Therapists in Meriden, CT

Accepting new clients. Email today to schedule a consultation appointment. I am a licensed professional counselor who works with adolescents and adults in a non-judgemental, interactive and supportive manner. I work with my clients to address and resolve emotional difficulties including feelings of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship conflicts, negative thoughts or behaviors that interfere with their daily life and overall well-being.

The ideal client would be any individual and/or family who may be struggling with a major life struggle, stressor or transition. I can help clients understand how to better manage the significant change for themselves or within their family system. I have an abundance of experience with adults and children of all ages. My professional practice include working with clients who have faced difficulties with foster care, early childhood mental health, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, and obsessive compulsive disorder.

I ground my therapeutic work on supporting person’s inherent strive to change and grow, as well as on potential to heal and adapt. My relational approach to therapy is based on discovering personal or relational wants, needs, and traumas, as well as improvement and stabilization of interpersonal connections. I support my clients in exploring the benefits of nurturing the wholesomeness of personhood in aspects of emotionality, physicality, spirituality and intellectuality, including examining perfectionism, ineffective behaviors, learning skills to manage difficult situations, tolerating discomfort, self-regulation, and self-care.

I am genuinely interested in healing and recovery. I am a firm believer in using a wellness model of treatment. I believe that focusing on and highlighting your strengths will often yield positive results. As a marriage and family therapist, I offer guidance to couples and families who are dealing with issues that affect their mental health and well-being. I also enjoy working with children, teens and adults individually in an effort to help them heal and grow. We can work together to overcome issues such as depression, anxiety, intimacy issues, generational conflict, trauma and more. Difficult situations can be opportunities for growth.

Accepting New Clients! Life can present with many challenges and stressors that can be difficult to navigate. My focus is on helping through support, empathy and understanding. I work with adolescents, teens, adults and families who are dealing with anxiety/depression, trauma, stress, family/relationship issues and addiction. I am PSI trained (perinatal mental health) and provide support with all postpartum stressors. My approach is to be collaborative and provide comfort through the therapy process.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and has been practicing in the mental health field for over 10 years. My primary focus has been on helping youth negotiate the, often difficult tasks of growing up. In particular, I am interested in foster care and adoptive homes and how to improve overall communication, build more adaptive structures, and develop appropriate expectations.

If you are struggling with a substance abuse problem and experiencing difficulty in making the decision to stop using drugs/alcohol, well struggle no more. Today can be the beginning of a new life for you without the use of any mind-altering substances. I will work with you in a safe, confidential and supportive environment to bring about change and establish goals that you believe are achievable by meeting you where you are in your individual journey towards recovery and wellness.

Whether this is your first time seeking therapeutic support, or you are looking to begin therapy again- welcome! Oftentimes, starting or beginning to do something is the hardest part, and you have begun the journey of achieving mental wellness by seeking out a therapist. I enjoy working with clients who experience symptoms that are impacting their mood or overall level of functioning such as anxiety or depression. I also enjoy working on building healthy communication and boundary setting skills, empowerment and advocacy, self esteem, and building and maintaining transferable coping skills for all of life's ups and downs.

Hi, I’m Samantha Parsons, a Licensed Master Social Worker. I empower individuals to navigate their life’s challenges, heal trauma, and achieve emotional wellness. I provide compassionate, culturally informed, and integrative care through Somatic Movement and Mental Health Therapy, which aid in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, chronic illness, and physical issues.

Arelis M. Guillermo is a bilingual License Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Arelis has a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Connecticut Central State University. She provides therapy services for a diverse population ranging from children through the elderly community with various socioeconomic backgrounds. Arelis uses an integrated approach tailored to the unique needs of each client. As a psychotherapist, she has conducted individual, couple and family therapy for clients with a range of life issues and/or disorders including both long term and brief interventions. Areas of expertise includes: TF-CBT therapy

The ideal client is someone who is interested in identifying and exploring their presenting issues with a focus on finding a deeper understanding of themselves and those whom they love. The client is open to their inner experience as potential to connect to their greatest good through a spiritual pathway. I work with individuals, couples and groups.

I have been practicing therapy for 20 years and have worked with many issues including depressive and anxiety disorders. I have worked with all ages and utilize a positive, solution focused approach to help client successfully reach their goals and build self esteem in the process. I have extensive experience and training in the area of relationship issues with a strong emphasis on couples and co-parenting therapy. I am certified in Triple P (Positive Parenting Program). I work with parents and children who are experiencing a transition due to divorce or family restructuring. I look forward to working with you!

All of us deserve to savor what life has to offer to the fullest extent possible. Many of us experience that journey as compromised by obstacles that threaten to rob us of our joy. These blockages may come from events in the present, such as loss of a loved one or a deteriorating relationship; or they may result from earlier events that have left wounds/scars unhealed. I have been engaged in clinical work for 41 years, helping people navigate difficulties, heal trauma, restore their lives to wholeness. I invite you to let me walk that journey with you.... -- Barbara

Have you been struggling with all of the uncertainty around us lately? Do you believe you will never feel like yourself again? I am interested in hearing your story, your pain, your struggles, which are unique to you. Therapy is an investment in your well being. Changes are possible, but it is up to you to put those changes into motion. Are you ready?

Hello I serve pediatric to adult clients and have a special interest in perinatal mental health, first responder mental wellness, working with military persons and their families, as well as individuals with PTSD. I enjoy helping individuals overcome anxiety and depression as well as how nutrition can impact mood. I enjoy working with families with high levels of conflict as well as adolescents with behavioral issues.

Are you finding it difficult to navigate through the ever changing transitions of life? Do you feel like your life is constantly in over-drive or on autopilot? Is it affecting your relationships with your loved ones and peers? Chances are you feel like you’ve tried everything but nothing seems to work. Rest assured you are not alone! My approach is focused on providing an empathetic and nonjudgmental space while supporting my clients develop healthier coping mechanisms to manage the stressors of daily life. Change can be uncomfortable, however, I am committed to helping you attain and sustain positive growth!

Currently, Not accepting new clients. Ladies, the difference between who you are and who you want to be is in what you do. Lets do something different and for many that's putting Yourself First. By doing some soul-searching, addressing your past, confronting your fears, attending to your relationships or simply learning new ways to cope. Focusing on one or more of these will set you on your way to a Healthier, Better You! Today, lets choose You!

Radiance Counseling Center (RCC) specializes in therapeutic services for Individuals, Couples and Groups, as well as Clinical Assessments and Virtual Therapy. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Private Insurance, Private and Public Funding, Governmental Agencies, Cash and Credit Cards. We offer flexible, individualized hours for our clients.