Culturally Sensitive Therapists in 06518

Therapy is all about you! The space is yours and I am here to help make sure that space is comfortable, culturally sensitive, trauma informed, and safe. I work from a framework of reproductive justice and respect for an individual’s unique identities and needs. I am a pro-choice perinatal therapist. I specialize in perinatal mental health including perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, stress, life changes and transitions, reproductive health concerns and adjustment difficulties. Perinatal mental health is NOT just depression.

Behavioral Health & Wellness, LLC is a group counseling practice with locations in Hamden, CT and statewide telehealth. Offices are handicap accessible. We are located at a bus stop. Our practice is made up of 31 licensed clinicians' who provide evidenced based treatment, tailored to meet the individual patient's needs. We also offer in home psychotherapy through our HEAL at HOME program. We treat ages 6-Seniors We believe that recovery is possible for all individuals and we look forward to supporting you through your healing journey.

If anxiety, stress, depression, grief, or issues with bipolar disorder or ADHD are crippling you, then give me a call, I can help. We will work together to develop coping skills to help you manage your life. You don't have to continue to suffer in silence any longer - your mental illness, disability or disorder is not your fault. I also provide marriage counseling for couples who are in crisis or who are just stuck. Nobody starts their marriage with the intention of ending it!

I'm a Counseling Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Licensed Addictions Counselor, and a Forensic Psychologist. I have spent my career working in child welfare and with complex trauma survivors. I specialize in treating Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. Clinical treatment approaches are based on Person-Centered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment Disorders, Traumatology, and Emotion Effect Regulation. You must be committed to changing your life and doing the work required. If not, psychotherapy will not be effective, I assist you in doing the work which is required for symptom reduction.

Are you experiencing a personal crisis in your life right now? If you need someone to help you regain your balance and direction in your life, perhaps I can help. Together we can chart a new direction or get you back on track. Call me. Listed below you will find that I have recently been certified in Divorce mediation and that I am working towards sex therapy certification. If either of these areas of concern are of interest to you, please call and ask about how I may help you.

I specialize in working with adults and couples who are struggling with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, stress, and grief. I work from a person-centered, strengths-based approach, implementing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic theory, Internal-Family Systems, and mindfulness into my work with clients. I believe that by identifying and challenging our faulty assumptions and patterns of negative thinking, we can begin to view the world more positively and improve our relationships with others.

I am inspired by people's ability to grow through difficulty. I also understand that asking for help is not always easy. I am dedicated to helping people feel comfortable in therapy and to combating stigma related to addressing mental health needs. Whether you or your child experience significant life changes, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or trauma, I am willing to listen and collaborate with you.

Come find relief for mind, body, and soul and release what no longer serves you. We would be developing discussion of dreams goals of what needs to happen immediately, challenges to the immediate, what is imagined at 6 months, one year, and for the lifespan! With time, we resource and strengthen self esteem and self-love. Come find out what no longer serves you in life and let my skills help you bravely face and leave behind those thoughts, feelings, and beliefs that keep you from what you truly you want out your life.

Life is challenging for everyone but can be especially difficult if you’re struggling with symptoms of anxiety and depression. Whether you’re adapting to a life change, learning to cope with an unexpected loss or traumatic event, or simply exploring the possibility of taking your life in a new direction, I'll help you sort through your thoughts and feelings to help you identify new possibilities that will enable you to reach your goals and feel better.

I believe that the more you put into therapy, the more you get out of it. Therapy is not solely a place to vent, but an avenue to strategize real behavioral changes to improve your life and relationships. By making a conscious effort to implement those changes outside of the therapy office and taking responsibility for yourself, you are most likely to benefit from treatment. I am a masters-level, Connecticut-licensed clinician with over 20 years of experience in outpatient and residential treatment. I am a Clinical Member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and a clinical supervisor.

When you think of a "therapist", what pops into your mind? The image of the quintessential therapist may be a little antiquated for the 21st century and you may not be sure if that person will be able to understand where you're coming from. With me, therapy is compassionate, authentic, and realistic. I have faith that you are strong enough to explore into those neglected parts of you and allow them to be seen and held. As a relational and systemic therapist, we will work as a team to understand your place in the world and write a life story that taps into your power and potential.

Life is hard, plain and simple! Life is even more difficult when you face those challenges alone. My goal is to provide a safe environment for you to explore past concerns, current challenges, and future directions. Together, we will work on helping you realize that you have the resiliency and ability to overcome negative thoughts, problematic behavioral patterns, and emotional blocks.

We are a full-service agency for families impacted by Autism, Disability, and relational challenges. We provide Applied Behavior Analysis services, Talk Therapy, as well as parental support and services. With over 15 years of experience, our staff can help you move beyond the challenges and stigmas of disability. We are welcoming, non-judgemental, and look to provide individual treatment and growth opportunities for all!

You are worthy of so much more than just survival. I work collaboratively with clients with the goal of reducing suffering, empowering, and promoting self-love and acceptance. The world around us can make that difficult, teaching us that we are not enough as we are. With a background in women's, gender, and sexuality studies, as well as a graduate focus in LGBTQIA+ mental health, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ populations, adolescents, young adults, and their families, complex and developmental trauma, and those who experience depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.

Through a supportive client-centered approach I specialize in helping individuals who are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, parenting problems, self-esteem, unresolved trauma, grief and loss, abuse, and relationship difficulties. I work with children of all ages, teenagers, adults and families. My goal as a therapist is to provide highly effective counseling in a safe and nonjudgmental environment that offers empathy and encouragement which will instill hope and foster growth.

Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and tired? Are you regularly avoiding simple daily tasks? Does it feel like you’re not being heard or understood by the people you care about the most? I know how that feels and I also know how amazing it feels to get through difficult periods in life. Feeling better isn’t easy, but I’ve found that with the right support, it is possible. It takes strength to admit that you are struggling and even more to seek help, so I truly mean it when I say “Great Job Taking the First Step!” You do not have to do this alone and I welcome the opportunity to support you with whatever your struggles may be.

So you've had enough. You've had enough of people acting like you don't have a life of your own, your issues to worry about, your stress- because they expect you to solve their problems. When you've been drowning in work and stress, they give you a high five instead of a life vest. You're not looking for anyone to save you; you want a break, some appreciation, and maybe even some peace. It doesn't seem like too much to ask.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is bilingual in Spanish and has over 20 years of experience in the clinical field. I started my professional career as a Licensed Psychologist in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I earned my PhD degree. After immigrating to the US, I completed a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling at the University of Miami, which eventually allowed me to obtain my license to practice in the state of CT.

Life does not have to be lived with feelings of sadness, anxiety, guilt, or shame weighing heavy on our conscience. These feelings can create a barrier to living life as we deserve. My goal is to provide you with the tools necessary to implement strategies to heal from negative experiences, discover new techniques to cope with everyday stressors, and become more connected with yourself and aligned with who you hope to be.