Elders (65+) Therapists in West Hartford, CT

Hello! I am clinical psychologist with over ten years of experience. Trained as a generalist, I have worked across diverse settings, including community health, the VA healthcare system, inpatient and residential settings, and various educational settings. I am also bilingual and bicultural and provide services in English and Spanish to adolescents and adults. I have extensive training in evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (https://acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com/).

Hello! Thanks for taking time to read our profile. The fact that you are here, already says a lot. You are aware that you are not living the life that you know you can have. As integrative psychotherapists, we address, mind, body and spirit. No matter what your facing in life, we are sure that we can help. We focus on the whole being, not just one part of you. Ulitimately the answers are within and it is our goal to help you clear your blocks, and to re- awaken the flame that has been shut off by pain and trauma.

With 25 years experience, I am a licensed in Marriage and Family therapy providing marital therapy, and individual therapy for adults, teens and children in West Hartford. We all need help sometimes making the changes that will improve the relationships, feelings and thoughts that keep us stuck. More and more people are turning to the Systemic (Family) therapy approach, because they are tired of treating only the symptom with medication or other methods and are ready to make the changes that not only heal the symptom (i.e. depression, anxiety, etc.) but help them begin to have the relationships and life they want.

I work with diverse populations including young adults, adults, and elders who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, family/parent challenges, loss and grief, self-esteem issues, and major life transitions. I provide support for those who are struggling with these issues and need guidance in major life areas (work, relationships, personal growth, etc.). I have incorporated into this work the awareness and resources to fight mental illness stigma and social injustice. I believe in a person-centered, holistic, and strengths-based approach to therapy in which we can collaborate and work together on your specific needs.

We all have our unique challenges as we navigate the craziness of our world. Often, we can manage the bumps in the road on our own or with support from friends and family. At other times, the terrain of our journey can feel unfamiliar, unsafe, a bit rough or even treacherous. In those moments of vulnerability, it takes courage to reach out for support and connection. Connection with someone who will accompany us as we cultivate insight into the roots of what is causing us pain, explore how to bring compassion to our flaws while developing coping strategies that allow us to tolerate some of our more uncomfortable emotions.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you sad, angry, feeling anxious at the current crisis? We all get affected by the stresses of life but you don't have to face this alone. Life is full of challenges that leave us feeling lonely and stuck without knowing where to turn. I work with clients in a safe, validating, empathetic and non judgmental virtual space to support you in expressing your deepest feelings. Together we will work to create goals to help you feel a greater sense of hope, well being, and happiness. I am Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy effective for processing traumatic and adverse memories.

You are not alone; If you need me, I’m hear to help! I provide assessment, intervention, education and coaching for children and adults with speech, language, and cognitive- communication difficulties due developmentally and/or neurologically based issues. I’ve been fortunate to have worked in a variety of settings providing me with a wide array of experiences. After 28 years of experience, I continue to love my field of work and my passion translates into providing quality care to my clients and their families. Helping individuals and their families learn, grow and become more confident and competent communicators is important.

Helping you help yourself has been my passion and mission for over 15 years. I am the kind of therapist that will be real with you with empathy and compassion. I won't sugar coat it or use too much clinical jargon to confuse you. I will utilize theoretical frameworks such cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma therapies, mindfulness work etc. I enjoy working with tweens to adulthood and have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, ADHD/executive functioning challenges, peer conflict, family issues, trauma, and anger. I have unique experience in specifically treating those who have experienced medical trauma.

As someone who has experienced living with a chronic medical condition, I can relate to my patients. As a Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience, I specialize in working with individuals who have chronic medical conditions. I primarily work on creating coping skills that work for you, decreasing stressors, establishing a self-care routine that is conducive to your schedule, and recognizing how our stress affects our physical/mental health.

My clients are seeking goal-oriented, short-term, supportive therapy for adults, teens & children, often to address changes in their lives (loss, life changes, family conflict) or because they have a desire to function “happier” and more effectively, Many of my adult clients are experiences life changes related to work, marriage, empty-nesting, return to work or adjusting to retirement. Teens and young adults are often seeking supportive therapy that is aimed at coping with anxiety, depression, college planning stress, and family issues. Many of my younger clients have diagnosed learning differences, ADD/ADHD, or anxiety.

Above all, therapy is a relationship. I work collaboratively with my clients to develop a safe, trusting, and attuned relationship that we can use to explore problematic patterns of relating, work through emotional tensions and conflicts, and better understand themselves. Through the therapeutic relationship, we can begin to unravel those patterns that keep people wondering, "why does this keep happening?", fully experience emotions, develop a greater sense of self-awareness and vitality, and understand how the past impacts and influences the present. Please see my website for more information.

Deborah specializes in helping clients strengthen relationships and deepen connections. Using holistic and science-based methods, partners learn a new way to communicate and alter unhealthy relationship dynamics. They are able to have productive conversations without blowing up or shutting down. Deborah is an 'active therapist' who offers suggestions and brings good energy to sessions. On her watch, there is no “bad guy” and blame is never the focus. She creates a safe space where couples feel comfortable discussing personal issues. Clients appreciate Deborah's warmth, openness and ability to quickly get to the heart of an issue.

Are you looking to improve your life? Do you want to have better relationships? Have you gone through a lot in your life, and don't know what to do with all the thoughts and feelings you're left dealing with now? I know how difficult certain aspects of life can be, and would like to get to know you on a deeper level, as a whole person. My goal is to instill hope, and build upon the strengths you have within yourself. With the use of humor, compassion, acceptance, and accountability, I want to help you see a brighter future. You will find in me someone who is devoted to helping you reach your goals.

I believe that therapy can be effective in helping those that suffer from addiction. I have worked in in detox, outpatient and residential treatment. It is essential in treating people affected by this malady to understand the nature of the problem involved in treating this condition. Addiction does not exist in a vacuum. Recognizing and treating other problems, trauma, anxiety and depression, and the relationship between those problems and addiction, is necessary for successful treatment. I am extensively trained in trauma therapies, including Accelerated Resolution Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

I am currently open to clients seeking support for traversing all of the changes required for the profound shifts we are experiencing on this earth. I love working with clients focused on personal and spiritual growth. People who are interested in dissolving blocks to greater joy and emotional intimacy. I work collaboratively with people who are ready to take the next step into more fulfilling lives. I believe love is the master healer and dissolving old beliefs and blocks to love brings greater acceptance, intimacy and joy in life. I am passionate about my work and look forward to meeting with you.