Therapists in New Haven County, CT

As a licensed professional counselor, I believe in helping clients collaboratively work through the course of their treatment, regardless of where they are in their healing process. I provide a welcoming environment and assist with improving overall quality of life utilizing a strengths-based, person- centered approach. I am trained in and utilize various treatment modalities, inclusive of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing. Those that work with me find that I am enthusiastic and deeply compassionate. I strive to create a comfortable, safe and nonjudgemental environment.

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.

Do you struggle with negative feelings about yourself? Or frequently compare yourself to others, always feeling less than? Or feel overwhelmed easily, flooded with constant worries that you can't rid your mind of? Do you find yourself in chronic cycles of addictive behavior (overeating, binging & purging, overusing alcohol or drugs, overspending. etc.) followed by feelings of guilt, shame, and depression? Are you always talking to yourself with "shoulds" or "what ifs"? Do you have low interest/motivation and find yourself avoiding responsibilities, self care or tasks that would actually make you feel good about yourself? I can help you!

I truly believe that everyone is capable of healing, they just need the right tools to figure out how to get there. You are unique, and your story and experience matters. I am an experienced psychotherapist who has been trained in trauma & crisis management for children & adults. It would be my pleasure to assist you to find peace & well being. I use DBT, CBT, & somatic experiencing to assist with feelings of anxiety, depression, difficulty focusing, stress, frustration, & perfectionism. I am an active participant in your care & offer a combination of holistic & conventional methods tailored to what best suites your needs and goals.

Welcome! I am a caring, bilingual (Spanish-English) Licensed Psychologist, in Florida and Connecticut, that believes in the importance of self-care. In approaching therapeutic interventions, I consider the establishment of a healthy balance between mental and physical health, to be a primary focus. I center my practice on providing a safe and nurturing setting to enhance all individuals' performance, and improve their life.

I have been in private practice for over 22 years throughout which time I have treated adults and couples struggling with a wide variety of issues, with a specialization in substance abuse and dual diagnosis treatment. I approach my work from a psychodynamic perspecitve, yet I appreciate the uniqueness of each individual and maintain flexibility in tailoring my interventions to meet your specific concerns. I aim to work collaboratively and compassionately with you to gain insight and work through the obstacles that interfere with your overall well-being.

Constant stress, anxiety, and emotional pain are hard. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, constant worry, and a sense of dread. You may have restlessness or racing thoughts, and find yourself worrying about what is coming next. You're not alone in having these types of challenges and with counseling we can work on understanding why the symptoms happen and healing from the root of the problem. I believe that we all have the innate ability to heal. We can work together to overcome the emotional impact of past experiences, allowing you to move forward with a greater sense of resilience and well-being.

I believe in treating the whole person, not just their symptoms. I work collaboratively with each client to develop an individualized treatment plan that addresses their unique needs, strengths, and goals. My person-first approach focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship and empowering clients to take an active role in their recovery. Whether helping clients manage anxiety, depression, relational functioning, or other mental health concerns, I draw from a variety of modalities to provide tailored support.

Shannon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 19 years of experience in the field of mental health, substance abuse, at risk youth and young adults, juvenile justice, homelessness, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, and PTSD from past trauma. Shannon’s approach in therapy derives from many therapeutic approaches utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness activities. Shannon brings forth a sense of enthusiasm and compassion while empowering her clients to channel their inner voice. Call for a free 15 min consultation.

I am an outgoing, energetic, self-motivated, skilled therapist with a passion for working with children, families&adults.Being a psychotherapist has been a passion for since I was school age.I’ve seen children&adults struggle with self- harm, depression, anxiety, school difficulty&what seems like defiance.The children carry the symptoms of the dysfunction&try to manage it the best way they.I believe that if it is possible to resolve any difficulties within a child, individual or family that is where the work should begin.By beginning with a member of the family the family unit can grow&heal together. M-Th 9-2:30, F 9-6

Accepting New Clients! Children/Teen/Young Adults speciality! Erin is a Sacred Heart University graduate and a Licensed Master of Social Work. She has supported clients in reaching their goals in both private practice and school settings. Erin has experience working with children, teens, and adults utilizing individual, couple, and family sessions.

Dissecting, exploring and rediscovering yourself and/or relationship is deeply rewarding. Colibri Wellness, LCSW, PLLC offers a welcoming space where you can unpack your feelings and embark on a healing path and impart with you, your partner(s), and/or family a safe, inclusive, and engaging therapeutic experience. Clinicians at Colibri Wellness will assist you in reflection, decision-making, redirection and restructure towards change, healing strategies, movement, growth and decolonization of the mind. We also conduct immigration evaluations in NYC and CT.

Wolf Spirit Wellness is dedicated to assisting its clients in becoming the best version of themselves through patience, compassion, acceptance and love. We utilize both a therapeutic and energetic alliance to guide our clients toward an understanding of the issues at hand and to help them heal the past and present which then provides a brighter future. Whatever the issue we are ready and able to help you move forward. In addition, we are now offering our in home therapy program called Therapy in Motion where our clinicians can provide evidence based treatment customized to meet the client where they are most comfortable...at home.

"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I will try again". Deciding to begin therapy can feel very intimidating. However, I offer a non-judgmental approach of working together to explore your strengths and build self confidence to identify the best path to move forward and achieve your goals.

**Not Accepting Patients At This Time** We all go through periods of emotional pain, the objective is to break the cycle of suffering which occurs when we use ineffective coping strategies. We cannot always control the events in our lives, we can learn how to manage our reactions to those experiences through developing a greater understanding of our motivations and defense mechanisms. Acceptance and growth is the process that will enable a clearer path to your ideal self and future goals. Let's develop an effective partnership so I may help you achieve your best self.

Life can be overwhelming at times. If you, your child, or your family have found yourself feeling lost, please reach out to me so I can talk to you about how I can help. I believe hope anchors the soul and I strive to help individuals transform the darkness in their lives by emphasizing the hopeful side of their situation. I thrive on bringing warmth, compassion and creativity into my practice to support, encourage & empower my clients to reach the goals they have created for their lives. I believe the possibilities to healing are endless and can begin right now.

*currently accepting new clients for day time appointments* Have you experienced trauma that has left you feeling a lack of control, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or incapable of actively engaging with your environment? Therapy should assist you in regaining a sense of control and allow you to develop the skills to reengage with your environment in a positive and hopeful manner. My goal is to provide a safe space to process your thoughts and learn effective skills to work through the memories and images you may experience on a daily basis.

Does your teen struggle with negative self-talk and overwhelming emotions? As a parent, are you tired of watching your teen struggle and not know how to help? Does it feel like everything you do or say is wrong or makes things worse? Being a teenager is hard and many teenagers cope with self-harm, school avoidance, mood swings, risky behaviors, worry thoughts or depression. You've tried everything you can think of to support them and nothing seems to be working. I can help!

I believe YOU are THE EXPERT of your own life. One's perspective often limits one's view of problems and blocks one's intentions, desires, and dreams. I come alongside you in your journey and guide you as you discover that problems are not permanent attachments but issues which can be transformed into manageable catalysts for change. Change requires a plan which involves steps leading to reachable and measureable goals. Have oppressive feelings of helplessness and victimization become the story of your life? Would you rather optimism and hope? Then I invite you to Rewrite the Story of Your Life.