Health Net | MHN Therapists in Willimantic, CT

Welcome. Here’s what you will discover with Internal Family Systems therapy. You’re not broken! Your symptoms do not define you. They are not your core self or your essence. Your symptoms are adaptive, coping mechanisms, developed at a time when that was the best you could do, under the circumstances of your life. You will come to realize you are fundamentally normal. There is a very healthy part of you that has come to realize that other parts of you are in pain; these are your adaptive, protective parts, desperately trying to cope. Internal Family Systems will show you the way to set them free, providing healing for all of you.

Thank you for reading my profile. I am a licensed professional counselor with over thirty years of experience. I graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1984 with my bachelors degree and Tufts University in 1987 with my masters degree I see my role as a therapist who guides clients through the difficult journeys we all struggle with. I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment in which we can develop a constructive therapeutic relationship to address the issues. I can assist with skills such as communication skills, assertiveness skills, relaxation skills and relationship skills. .

I have been working in the Helping Profession since 1992. I have worked as a Vocational Couselor, Clinical Care Manager, & a Licensed Psychotherapist. I enjoy meeting with people, getting to know them, and helping them to achieve their personal goals.

All people have areas of challenge in their lives. You can improve the quality of your experiences and relationships and develop more self-confidence & self-acceptance. Almost always this is more easily accomplished with therapeutic help and support. ****In addition, if you are experiencing additional stress and PTSD symptoms as a result of Covid issues, I can help you cope. ***If you prefer to seek therapy which does not require using insurance and offers the highest level of privacy, I can provide this.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 24 years of clinical experience. There are many different approaches to therapy and it is of the utmost importance you feel a therapeutic connection to who you choose to work with. My approach is client-centered, strengths-based, and interactive . Throughout my career I have had the opportunity to work in various clinical settings and to assist many clients with achieving personal success. My therapeutic goals are to meet every client where they are at, and to assist them with identifying, developing, and putting into action goals to achieve their fullest personal potential.

I believe that therapy is a process and should be experienced in an environment that provides a feeling of safety and security. I have been providing therapeutic services to clients for almost 20 years and am committed to being able to provide you with the tools you need to promote positive change and growth within your life. I have had the pleasure of helping individuals of all ages achieve their goals and work through life's challenges. If you are open to and ready for change, I will be here to help guide you through the process it takes to achieve a better you.

We all pass through difficult times in life. Divorce, relationship issues, medical problems, current or past traumas, financial issues, family conflict, grief and loss, academic, social and employment problems can impact us all. Depression and anxiety can be biological, rooted in adjustment and or stress, or a result of medical and substance abuse problems. My experience over the past 20 years providing group, individual and family treatment to adults and children has shown me there is no problem that can't be solved with the right combination of coaching, techniques, support and resources.

You are not alone. Most people experience difficulty in their lives at one time or another for various reasons. You've made a decision to find a therapist who is a good fit and whom you can feel comfortable exploring and working through what brought you here. We are here to support your journey of self exploration, discover what's working for you and what isn't, and develop emotional and psychological resilience to work towards resolving the issue(s) that brings you in.

MY PRACTICE IS EXCLUSIVELY VIRTUAL. I specialize in Trauma Treatment and conflictual relationships. Experience and training do make a difference in the field of psychotherapy! I have treated patients across a broad spectrum of problems including trauma, depression, and family conflict for many years. My style is personal, direct, and understanding. I work with you to find personal solutions for the personal problems. If you would like to address your problems in a practical, straight-forward manner within a reasonable period of time, then I can help you. Please call me for an appointment - 203-929-1234