Women's Issues Therapists in Southington, CT

Most of us begin therapy because we are ready for change, and ready TODAY. Has depression or anxiety impacted you? Do you notice certain patterns repeating in your life and in your relationships? Have you been feeling stagnant, or experiencing big changes? Perhaps you've already been in therapy but still feel stuck. I bring over 20 years of experience helping clients analyze the patterns in their lives, connect with inner strength and utilize those inner resources to help them live in better alignment with their core values and life passions.

It's time to get UNSTUCK. I believe in a holistic approach to healing. I utilize holistic, alternative & traditional counseling modalities. I believe in treating the Whole Person & provide a safe, non-judgmental space to work together as we address your concerns, explore your strengths & accomplish your goals. I'm committed to helping you achieve positive change in your life & be your BEST self. **Enrolling Soon New Woman’s Warrior Empowerment Circle & Fire Circle. This is Not a therapy group but a group of support with fellow woman warriors. Walk & Talk Therapy. A non-traditional Therapy that gets you moving & talking outdoors.**

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 gender-affirming Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for working with the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with individuals in both clinical, school, and in-home settings, as well as providing comprehensive evaluations, conducting treatment planning, and completing crisis interventions.

Want to shift the old patterns that haunt you? Want to gain coping skills to help with difficulties? Are you in need of Spiritual guidance? If you are looking for results, you have found the right therapist! Your time is valuable, and I look forward to supporting your journey to reach your highest quality of life. I work with both Traditional & Non-Traditional, Ancient & Modern Approaches. You choose what works for you. As a Ceremonialist I also help you bring meaning to significant events: Births, deaths etc. Learn to weave the threads of difficulties into a more stable tapestry of your life. (see photo gallery for insight)

Whether it's your 1st time seeking psychotherapy or your 15th, I'm committed to gaining a deep understanding of you and exploring with you the changes you'd like to make in your life. If you're interested in reducing or eliminating anxiety, panic, depression, the impact of past trauma or some other type of suffering, I will explore with you the underlying reasons for these symptoms and collaborate with you to help you on your way to becoming your best you. I work mostly with individuals who have experienced complex trauma and I help identify and work with dissociation.

Welcome! This is the first step toward optimum wellness. Services are confidential and designed to meet each individual need a person may have. Relationship issues, life transitions or whatever it may be that is on your mind together we will develop a plan and take steps toward achieving your goals. I take a holistic approach and assist clients in understanding themselves better in order to develop to their full potential. It may be focusing on specific coping skills or action steps or it may be exploring thoughts feelings and beliefs and identifying what comes next.

I love what I do. My style of counseling is warm, compassionate, and relational. It’s an absolute privilege of mine to work with my clients as they overcome obstacles that stand in the way of them living their best lives. I specialize in supporting clients in overcoming eating disorders and other complex food and negative body-image related issues. I have been honored to support clients working toward or in recovery from eating disorders, as well as those who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, negative body image, trauma, chronic illnesses, grief, loss and pregnancy and postpartum transitions and mental health concerns.

I am accepting new clients via teleheath due to the current pandemic.

Are you looking for a therapist who is easy to talk to? Someone who understand the complexities of life? I can help! I work with both children and adults dealing with a wide range of mental health disorders, including, ADHD, anxiety, mood, trauma, and personality disorders. Also, I have experience working with individuals with substance use or misuse, and behavioral difficulties. I also work with children and adults involved in the court system through probation and parole, along with extensive work with DCF involved families. I have extensive training in trauma working with individuals.

You don't have to go through your challenges alone. I am dedicated to assist you and your family face your struggles, find inner strength and create positive changes that will last for a lifetime. As a skillful clinician, with over ten years of extensive experience in mental health field, I believe in the power of taking a holistic approach to treatment. I combine evidence-based treatment methods with alternative healing therapies to address the full spectrum of my client's needs. When it comes to mental health I believe that optimum health is most attainable when your mind, body, and spirit are in alignment.

I have immediate openings for telehealth sessions! I also have a short waitlist for in-person sessions. Are you looking for something different? I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with adults, adolescents, teens and families. Life comes with ups and downs, sometimes we struggle with navigating through them. I provide a welcoming non-judgmental environment where you can feel comfortable with discussing the hard parts of life. My goal is to assist you with identifying your strengths, challenges, goals, development of coping skills, self-care, relationship boundaries and thought patterns.

Now Accepting New Clients - All relationships have challenges and sometimes asking for help can be the hardest part of moving forward. As your therapist it is my job to help you feel more confident in navigating these difficult situations. We are not always in control of what life throws our way and having the support of a therapist who will build on your strengths and guide you through life's challenges can make all the difference.

Feeling overwhelmed? Looking for a therapist isn't easy. You may be reading profile after profile thinking all of these people sound the same or may have no idea what any of this means. You’re not alone! Most people don’t care about the interventions or methods of therapy used. They just want to feel better! I believe the answer to feeling better lies in the connection. A good therapist is someone you can trust, open up to, and share yourself with, so that you can learn to overcome the challenges you are struggling with and can grow!

Reaching out to a therapist can be a difficult decision. Thank you for taking a chance on us and we hope you find what (or in this case, who) you are looking for! Lewis and Megan Berry are a couple of licensed mental health professionals looking to help you navigate whatever challenges you are currently facing. Lewis, an LMFT, and Megan, an LPC, have experience working with pre-teens, teens and their families, as well as adults, with a wide range of clinical needs. Both Lewis and Megan use an approach that integrates person-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed lenses while working with their clients.

I understand that people seek therapy for a variety of reasons. You may want to address conflict in a relationship; you may no longer be able to manage or tolerate your symptoms; you may want to find meaning and fulfillment in your life; or you may want to gain a deeper understanding of yourself in the world. Whatever your goal, it helps to have a caring individual who will listen and guide you through this process.

HELP is here. Divorce is confusing with fear, sadness, anger, and anxiety about the future. The unknown is frightening; legal process, children/parenting plans, custody, home/property division. I offer 25+ years of experience as a Mediator having worked with individuals, couples, and families. If you are struggling with the decision to divorce (or need couples work to save your marriage), 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 sleepless nights - Mediation, not litigation.