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Chris McDowell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Vernon, CT 06066  (Online Only)
Hello there, my name is Chris. I am currently an outpatient clinician, licensed in Connecticut with nearly ten years’ experience working as a therapist/mental health professional across a variety of clinical settings including intensive in-home, intensive outpatient, community school-based services, psychiatric residential, as well as clinical supervision.
Hello there, my name is Chris. I am currently an outpatient clinician, licensed in Connecticut with nearly ten years’ experience working as a therapist/mental health professional across a variety of clinical settings including intensive in-home, intensive outpatient, community school-based services, psychiatric residential, as well as clinical supervision.
(860) 792-5807 View (860) 792-5807
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Pursuing Metamorphosis LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon, CT 06066  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to feel like yourself, held back by fear, or having trouble finding your voice? At Pursuing Metamorphosis, my goal is to provide a safe space for self-reflection, competency building, and personal growth. Discover your resiliency, uncover your hidden strengths, and cultivate the tools to shape your life into what YOU want it to be. My specialties include working with those struggling with trauma, depression, and relationships. I also offer Reiki energy healing sessions for added relaxation and support. I look forward to helping you on your journey to heal the mind, body, and soul.
Are you struggling to feel like yourself, held back by fear, or having trouble finding your voice? At Pursuing Metamorphosis, my goal is to provide a safe space for self-reflection, competency building, and personal growth. Discover your resiliency, uncover your hidden strengths, and cultivate the tools to shape your life into what YOU want it to be. My specialties include working with those struggling with trauma, depression, and relationships. I also offer Reiki energy healing sessions for added relaxation and support. I look forward to helping you on your journey to heal the mind, body, and soul.
(860) 362-2231 View (860) 362-2231
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Charles Frazier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, MBA, CEAP
Verified Verified
Vernon, CT 06066  (Online Only)
Charles A. Frazier has more than 25 years of experience in social services, management, and marketing/business development. As President and Co-Founder of Radiance Innovative Services, Charles has dedicated his work to finding therapeutic solutions in building healthy relationships. He embraces the ideology that healthy relationships consist of healthy individuals. He brings a non- judgmental perspective to the treatment process fostering a safe environment for individuals to begin facing their unresolved trauma.
Charles A. Frazier has more than 25 years of experience in social services, management, and marketing/business development. As President and Co-Founder of Radiance Innovative Services, Charles has dedicated his work to finding therapeutic solutions in building healthy relationships. He embraces the ideology that healthy relationships consist of healthy individuals. He brings a non- judgmental perspective to the treatment process fostering a safe environment for individuals to begin facing their unresolved trauma.
(860) 851-4563 View (860) 851-4563
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Jessica Giordano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vernon, CT 06066
Waitlist for new clients
I want to be part of your healing story. I believe that two people working together are stronger than one. I believe that most of our suffering comes from the pain around separation and disconnection and that healing and empowerment is best experienced and guided within a relational framework. I believe that the traditional or Western medical model for healing is outdated and limited and so I embrace a holistic or integrative approach to mental health. I believe that healing takes place beyond intellectual processing and that we need to integrate healing into somatic or body based processes and rewriting personal narrative.
I want to be part of your healing story. I believe that two people working together are stronger than one. I believe that most of our suffering comes from the pain around separation and disconnection and that healing and empowerment is best experienced and guided within a relational framework. I believe that the traditional or Western medical model for healing is outdated and limited and so I embrace a holistic or integrative approach to mental health. I believe that healing takes place beyond intellectual processing and that we need to integrate healing into somatic or body based processes and rewriting personal narrative.
(860) 581-9049 View (860) 581-9049
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Ashley Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Vernon, CT 06066
My lifelong passion is empowering others to maximize opportunities, develop skills, and achieve their personal potential. I believe we all have the power to grow from challenges and stressors; we just need the right guidance and space to do so. I offer high quality individual, couple and/or family therapy to treat a wide range of symptoms, stressors, and/or conflicts. I believe the way change begins to take place is by establishing a trusting relationship with you and by encouraging you to trust and believe in yourself. As this process evolves, a sense of confidence and security develops within, creating a more peaceful life.
My lifelong passion is empowering others to maximize opportunities, develop skills, and achieve their personal potential. I believe we all have the power to grow from challenges and stressors; we just need the right guidance and space to do so. I offer high quality individual, couple and/or family therapy to treat a wide range of symptoms, stressors, and/or conflicts. I believe the way change begins to take place is by establishing a trusting relationship with you and by encouraging you to trust and believe in yourself. As this process evolves, a sense of confidence and security develops within, creating a more peaceful life.
(860) 851-3661 View (860) 851-3661

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Ryan Schaffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Storrs, CT 06268  (Online Only)
Personal power is a phrase often said, but not always understood. Owning the impact of the choices you make, comes with recognizing the power your voice and behavior have on your future. The journey I have chosen has offered me the understanding of the physical and emotional impact of change, by owning my power to have the life I want. I want to offer you the support we all require, to consciously begin your journey to own your power to change your life.
Personal power is a phrase often said, but not always understood. Owning the impact of the choices you make, comes with recognizing the power your voice and behavior have on your future. The journey I have chosen has offered me the understanding of the physical and emotional impact of change, by owning my power to have the life I want. I want to offer you the support we all require, to consciously begin your journey to own your power to change your life.
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Sarah Branigan - Relational Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Windsor, CT 06074
Our struggles don't define us, they allow us to recognize how much strength and ability lies within us. There is so much courage in recognizing and honoring our own personal needs. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, in a relationship that feels challenging, have reached a turning point in your life and aren't sure how to navigate what's next, or are looking to find your voice and grow as a human being, therapy can be the support you need.
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(860) 891-3273 View (860) 891-3273
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Dori Bessette-Crail
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Verified Verified
Manchester, CT 06040  (Online Only)
Life is full of unique challenges. I can help you meet those challenges head on by working together to develop strategies to navigate through life stressors. My belief is that each and every one of us can maximize the use of all our senses to become better connected with ourselves and our environment. I would be happy and honored to help you achieve healing and personal growth. Acknowledging and validating who we are by what we see, hear, taste, smell, and touch is important. Let's take the journey of learning together!
Life is full of unique challenges. I can help you meet those challenges head on by working together to develop strategies to navigate through life stressors. My belief is that each and every one of us can maximize the use of all our senses to become better connected with ourselves and our environment. I would be happy and honored to help you achieve healing and personal growth. Acknowledging and validating who we are by what we see, hear, taste, smell, and touch is important. Let's take the journey of learning together!
(860) 591-9989 View (860) 591-9989
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Kate Burby
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stafford Springs, CT 06076
I offer high quality individual, couple and/or family therapy to treat a wide range of problems and issues. I use my clinical background to help you address and resolve the conflicts that are undermining the quality of your life. My mission is to help all ages transform problem centered behavior into a healthier way of living. As a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in yoga and mindfulness, I will help you focus your energy, create steps towards change and find your way.
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(860) 406-5894 View (860) 406-5894
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Becky Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tolland, CT 06084  (Online Only)
Let's be real. In today's world, nothing is easy. Maybe you've been experiencing difficult symptoms for quite some time, or maybe they are new. Either way, you've finally decided it's time to talk to someone- that's the first step! I am currently accepting new clients, and have flexible scheduling. I use humor in my daily life and in my practice- I truly believe that laughing can help heal! My ideal client appreciates humor, and has an open mind. I will never tell you what to do- all I ask is that you come into therapy with an open mind and a willingness to start making changes!
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The Enlightenment Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
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Hartford, CT 06108
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
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Verified Verified
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Richard Henault
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Verified Verified
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The primary focus of my practice is to offer individualized outpatient services in a private and confidential setting. Specialzing in Addiction issues, PTSD and Trauma, Attachment and Dissociative Disorders,Stress Related Disorders Eating Disorders and Holistic Health Practices. Over 30 years experience working with Substance Abuse clients. Addiction can be arrested and relapse can be prevented with the proper help. Individualized treatment plans designed to achieve your goals and realize your potential. Evidenced based non-medicated treatment Headaches - Migraine and/or Tension.
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Stavritsa Terzis
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Willie Terrell Patterson
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Verified Verified
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Silvana Scelfo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
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South Windsor, CT 06074
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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.