Therapists in Southington, CT

As individuals progress through life, challenges arise. Therapy is a vital component in addressing these challenges. My areas of expertise include, but are not limited to trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal/relationship difficulties, identity issues, behavioral problems, and adjustment difficulties. I welcome the opportunity to collaborate with you on your path to healing.

At Willow Tree Wellness, we provide empathetic support in a safe environment so that you are empowered to explore, grow, and feel confident in navigating and adapting to life’s challenges. We envision a world where you'll feel a sense of connectedness and fulfillment with yourself and others.

I love working with adolescents, adults, and families because I get the chance to help foster change. I believe the best approach to therapy is to use a variety of treatment modalities to think outside of the box. I use creative approaches as well as encouraging self reflection as a way to meet a client where they are. Together we will build a trusting relationship, patience and will work towards positive growth. I believe individuals should feel empowered to express their feelings in a safe and positive environment and be the best version of themselves.

Does your child or teen struggle to express how they actually feel? Do you want them to develop stronger and healthier relationships? Are they experiencing new struggles due to the current pandemic? I work with children and adolescents to develop skills that help alleviate or manage anxiety, depression, mood instability, and emotional regulation. I am committed to being present during sessions, staying focused on achieving our goals while still meeting clients where they are in the process. I utilize a solution focused and creative approach in attempts to keep children and adolescents engaged and motivated to make changes.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping teens, families and adults in their path to wellness. I strive to help create a safe environment to build trust, overall peace and self awareness. Therapy and the therapeutic process is a non judgmental safe space to work on whatever you may be going through. I have extensive experience in addressing complex trauma, anxiety and panic, depression, OCD, behavioral and emotional reactivity, substance abuse and addiction, sexual reactivity, parenting and other life transitions.

Are you feeling powerless to create change? Or maybe you’re the parent of a child or adolescent who you just can’t seem to get through to. Have you been feeling overwhelmed and stalled with making decisions? Are you angry or hurting and want to better understand your feelings or feelings of another? I support you. It takes a special person to hear what others cannot say. Everyone should have a safe and healing place to talk things out with someone who genuinely listens and is effective in getting their needs met, and toward greater peace of mind.

The focus of my work has been with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and other mood and personality disorders. I also work with individuals and families on issues related to parenting, relationships, career changes, and more. I enjoy working with people of various ethnic backgrounds and religious backgrounds.

Do you ever hear people tell you, you seem sad and ask why you haven't been coming around lately? Do you tend to isolate yourself because going out is "just too much right now" or "too stressful"? Those emotions can feel overwhelming but there are ways to work through them and feel more invigorated and engaged with life.

** NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!** Do you sometimes feel as if you're caught up in an internal emotional struggle? Or a struggle with a loved one? Or maybe with life's challenges in general? Wouldn't it be nice to have the skills to manage those feelings without being thrown off kilter? Well, I would like to help you find that balance.

Divorce is difficult and the process is confusing. There can be fear, sadness, anger, and anxiety about your future. Even if a marriage is unhealthy, venturing into the unknown is frightening. I offer 20+ years of experience as a Mediator and Master in Social Work working with individuals, couples, and families through this critical life transition. If you are struggling with the decision to divorce, you are in the legal entanglements of divorce, or even if it is well after your divorce - I can help YOU. Transition well with the information and resources you need to move forward with success. No more sleepless nights - call me now

We all have an innate desire to connect with others and feel deeply understood. I specialize in working with individuals on a holistic level. I have a passion for women’s issues as well as sexual and gender diversity. My approach to therapy is a blend of emotional exploration, mindfulness techniques, feminist theory, and narrative therapy that result in the reduction of mental health struggles and increased feelings of fulfillment. Additionally, I believe in approaching people from a trauma informed lens. I am trained in EMDR and many of my clients have found it to be a powerful tool in their healing journeys.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified School Counselor and co-owner of Apple Valley Behavioral Health. I meet my client's needs by being goal-oriented and solution focused. My strengths lie in empowering clients to create structured plans and set attainable goals. Regardless of what brings a client to seek support, I will be there to support them in taking the steps necessary to accomplish the changes they would like to achieve. I offer a safe and supportive environment in which to explore and meet your health and wellness goals.

I believe in a straightforward approach to mental health and substance abuse problems. I have observed throughout my career that clients have the capacity to make significant changes in their lives when they are able to gain the insight and support through counseling. I provide a supportive environment and a collaborative approach to bringing about change and developing insight into the origins of clinical issues that bring people into therapy.

Have you experienced a loss? Are you dealing with grief? Are you struggling with relationship issues?

I believe that human beings are capable and strong when they are supported and can learn how to enlist support. I believe that with insight and awareness, individuals can change their thought and behavior patterns while exploring difficult emotions. I have significant experience with families, couples, experiential therapy, as well as trauma.

**I am currently seeing clients via telehealth and have limited availability in person. Please email me if interested in becoming a client. I have a Master's degree, and CT state license, in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Early Childhood development. I enjoy working with children and adolescents because it allows me to incorporate a blend of treatment approaches and draw on a variety of techniques and styles. I am able to effectively build a therapeutic relationship with clients by using creative therapy techniques. This allows the client to feel safe to open up and discuss the issues that they may be struggling with.

Have the people around you told you that you need therapy? Are you experiencing a life transition? Have you been wondering if you're in the right relationship or have been considering cheating? Would you like a better understanding of why you make the choices you do and increase your ability to take a different path? I work with individuals around life transitions and feelings of being stuck. I specialize in working with men around the transition to parenthood and other parenting related stressors such as infertility and miscarriage but have extensive experience with individuals of many different populations.

You may be exhausted, disconnected, or feeling empty and looking for some hope. You may feel alone on this journey and believe something needs to change. Seeking therapy takes bravery, and I’m glad you’re here. Perhaps you are in a relationship that just doesn’t feel right or you have experienced something that has left you feeling afraid, out of control, or numb. Maybe you are navigating a difficult journey toward motherhood, grieving the loss of one or more pregnancies, or have arrived at motherhood to realize that this is not what you had expected.