Therapists in Sandy Hook, CT

First and foremost, thank you for taking such a brave step as we understand that vulnerability is not easy. I commend you. Now, why are you ACTUALLY here? Often a question thought but rarely asked. Even more so, the answer is rarely discovered. Therapy is derived from the meaning "to heal". As we understand, healing looks different to everyone. Therefore on your journey, it is important to Uncover, Recover and/or Discover those parts of your wonderful self that may be lost or damaged do to actions or beliefs of others or yourself.

Joseph Seele is a Licensed Professional Counselor with thirty years of experience. Joe has a comprehensive understanding of mental health and substance abuse systems of care. He received his BA from ECSU and received his MS in Community Mental Health, specializing in clinical psychology with adults, from Trinity College of Vermont.

Are you new to therapy, and looking for the most advanced neuroscience-based interventions available? Or, have you tried talk therapy and made progress, but ultimately felt that it wasn’t enough? Have you returned to using alcohol or other drugs despite your best efforts in recovery? What if there were a way of reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, trauma, and attention problems that could complement talk therapy? A new approach to treatment called Neurofeedback yields promising results of this nature.

Joseph Boivin has been a therapist for over 35 years in a variety of treatment programs including hospitals, PHP and IOP, transitional living/halfway houses and outpatient programs. Joseph entered the independent practitioner realm 8 years ago with his private practice associated with a team of healthcare professionals. He is licensed as a professional counselor and as a drug and alcohol counselor. He sees individuals, couples and facilitates therapy groups fostering drug abuse recovery. He works to provide clients with a tailor-made treatment plan that can be integrated into their daily life.

I have over 18 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of Substance Abuse Disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, ADHD, Behavoiral difficulties and emotional regulation. I am trained in a variety of different models including CBT/EMDR/DBT /CPT Person Centered Approaches, Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Tf-CBT.

Are you someone who wants more out of life? Don't let anxiety stop you. It’s not just enough for me to see you work past your issues, I want to see you thrive in life. If you want the life of dreams, I invite you to come see me, and let’s get you there together.

My clinical focus is developmental trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, mood and addictive disorders. I employ an integrative approach to therapy, designed to reduce intrusive symptoms and improve functioning, and to support overall wellness. Depending on your needs, goals and preferences, we can combine traditional "talk" therapy with QEEG informed Neurofeedback, and EMDR, to aid recovery from adverse life experiences, and move from surviving to engaging more fully in the world. Having significant personal experience in my own life transformation, I will strive to help you uncover and strengthen your own inner resources to support you in facing your unique life challenges.

You won't find any Freudian psycho-babble here. My ideal clients want to move beyond theory and discuss real-world, lasting changes. Sure, we have to glance in the rear-view mirror every once in a while, but it is the road ahead that matters. My clients who have shown the most progress are always the ones with the most drive to make changes in their life to benefit themselves and those around them. We can analyze your thoughts all day and there's a time and a place for that, but we need to analyze the decisions you make and the direction you are taking in life.

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 can help you overcome your problems. I am a highly trained and seasoned clinical psychologist practicing in Stamford, Connecticut for over 40 years. I specialize in short-term interventions. I am easy going and informal. I would be happy to discuss your problem with you and if I am not the right fit I will refer you. Please call me today.

My goal as a counselor is to lead the client to the positive changes in their life that they desire. Whether its building coping skills, identifying triggers, or initiating change together we can improve one's life. I am licensed in Connecticut and Massachusetts for both in person and telemedicine and for telemedicine in Vermont.

Joe specializes in supporting adults and adolescents with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and life challenges. His approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, trauma-focused CBT, and motivational interviewing. Joe incorporates therapeutic recreation and adapts his approach to engage clients comfortably, fostering a healthy therapeutic relationship. Using humor and empathy, he guides clients, empowering them with coping skills, achievable goals, and support through life's changes, all within an anti-capitalist and anti-oppressive framework.