Therapists in 06790

I believe that every person has the ability in finding peace, strength, and value within themselves. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with over 20 years’ experience in the mental health field. I have worked with a diverse population of clients that have struggled with mental health and substance use disorders within various clinical settings including group home, residential settings, PHP, IOP, detox, and intensive in-home models of therapy. I have worked with adolescents, teens, adults, and families. As a military spouse and understanding the military culture, I am passionate in helping service members and families.

I am a registered nurse and licensed professional counselor. I am multi-dimensional in the services I provide. I see children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. I started my career working with and teaching children who were not psychologically ready to move from kindergarten to first grade. My love for helping people inspired me to go back to school and pursue a nursing degree. After moving to Connecticut, I worked as a psych nurse at Waterbury Hospital at Merriman Hall for 6 years. This was a locked unit and it was here that I learned all the family therapy methodology.

I am committed to creating a caring, accepting and non-judgmental environment in which clients feel understood, valued, and safe to open up, explore and express their thoughts and feelings. I work with symptoms of anxiety disorders including panic, OCD and phobias using the most effective evidence-based, shorter-term cognitive behavioral and mindfulness based therapies which help reduce acute symptoms within weeks. For people seeking to overcome longer term depression, anger, low self-esteem and self-defeating habits that keep them from living life more fully, I use longer term insight-oriented psychotherapy.

My name is Angel Munoz-Velazquez. I am an LMSW, who is bilingual, fluent in both Spanish and English. I have a passion for serving others. I gained great experience in working at Child Protective Services for several years. This time taught me about the importance of implementing a strength-based approach with those I serve. I have assisted numerous families in identifying their strengths, core values, and areas for growth. With a strong belief in treating every individual with respect, dignity, and compassion, I am dedicated to serving and helping children, families, and individuals as a therapist.

Evan Hunter Jr. is a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor, as well as a Licensed Professional counselor who works with clients experiencing various life disruptors such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and trauma.

Tides of Mind Counseling is among Connecticut's top counseling centers dedicated to providing excellence in mental healthcare. Our offices are located throughout CT where our licensed professionals work extensively with you to manage life's challenges, promote healthy relationships and encourage inner healing. Tides of Mind is unlike the common "counseling clinic" in that we offer creative & holistic therapeutic techniques in an office that is private, relaxing and has a spa-like feel. Our therapists provide a holistic approach to treatment and ensure that you feel supported and empowered throughout all aspects of life.

People come to therapy for a variety of issues, including struggles with transitions, substance abuse, PTSD, anxiety, depression, marriage conflict and challenges at work or school. The first step is to work together to establish what your goals are for therapy. My own life experiences have provided me with a greater ability and understanding of demonstrating unconditional positive regard passionately. Working together treating, educating and encouraging you to break free from the chains of addiction, and prosper into a healthy fulfilling life. Over the past 10 years, I’ve helped people become more successful in all areas of life.

Making the first step and reaching out for help is often an act of bravery that is to be respected and honored. My role as a therapist is to create an environment of acceptance, safety, and honesty for my clients where we can collaborate on building a new perspective and developing the tools to create long lasting change.

Are you experiencing imbalance, anxiety, depression, unwanted emotions or thoughts, or having difficulty adjusting to life changes, or taking control of your life? Are you concerned for a child or spouse and aren't sure how to help them? This can feel overwhelming and impossible to solve. This dwelling is not a permanent place and you can be relieved of this. With my expertise in combining talk therapy with art therapy, I can guide you in opening new doors to mindfulness, self-expression and healing. Art Therapists are trained extensively in the use of art materials so that you may use them in a safe and healing manner.

Andrea and Associates has been developed to bring clients the experience of working with a therapy collective. Holistic, collaborative, and integrative, Andrea and Associates is always looking to work with other professionals to the extent that most effectively responds to clients’ individual and collective needs. From counseling and group therapy for individuals and families to multidisciplinary services and holistic services, people’s needs vary. Andrea gets that!