Therapists in Norwalk, CT
Sherry Minniti D'Elia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CFEP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
For 25 years, I have helped people resolve their difficulties with regard to: grief and loss, struggles in their relationships, abuse/trauma related issues, eating disorders, substance abuse and other addictions, behavioral problems, self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Our work together will help you work through difficulties, to promote positive change in your life. I will teach you about underlying psychological principles that help you to understand yourself and how you relate in the world. Along with helping you to understand, I will provide you with many tools, which will give you a clear sense of direction, for making lasting, positive, changes in your life.
For 25 years, I have helped people resolve their difficulties with regard to: grief and loss, struggles in their relationships, abuse/trauma related issues, eating disorders, substance abuse and other addictions, behavioral problems, self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Our work together will help you work through difficulties, to promote positive change in your life. I will teach you about underlying psychological principles that help you to understand yourself and how you relate in the world. Along with helping you to understand, I will provide you with many tools, which will give you a clear sense of direction, for making lasting, positive, changes in your life.
reVision Studio LLC Therapy & Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850 (Online Only)
I believe in the value and beauty of every individual and consider it a privilege to help someone recognize and experience the gifts they have inside. I see asking for help as a positive step, resulting in an opportunity to receive new insights, hope and strength for the tasks at hand. I know that life's lessons are often painful and yet can create the greatest opportunity for self-growth. Whether you are dealing with chronic mental or physical health problems, stressful life transitions, traumatic events or other life challenges, you can get help and healing. I encourage you to start the journey today!
I believe in the value and beauty of every individual and consider it a privilege to help someone recognize and experience the gifts they have inside. I see asking for help as a positive step, resulting in an opportunity to receive new insights, hope and strength for the tasks at hand. I know that life's lessons are often painful and yet can create the greatest opportunity for self-growth. Whether you are dealing with chronic mental or physical health problems, stressful life transitions, traumatic events or other life challenges, you can get help and healing. I encourage you to start the journey today!
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Andrea De Ott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06901
Andrea and the systemic psychotherapy center have two main areas of research and expertise: family therapy, complex trauma (PTSD).
Andrea is the Clinic and Training Director of the Systemic Psychotherapy Center, a Bilingual (Spanish- English) Group Practice. She developed her principle of systemic psychotherapy based on the utilization of a diverse range of clinical techniques (from science and art), but also a broad capacity of introspection (from spirituality). Andrea's commitment to healing led her to create training programs and psychotherapeutic techniques to expand awareness, such as flamenco psychotherapy (a dance and music technique to heal somatic complaints caused by traumatization). She also taught family systems therapy at Fordham University.
Andrea and the systemic psychotherapy center have two main areas of research and expertise: family therapy, complex trauma (PTSD).
Andrea is the Clinic and Training Director of the Systemic Psychotherapy Center, a Bilingual (Spanish- English) Group Practice. She developed her principle of systemic psychotherapy based on the utilization of a diverse range of clinical techniques (from science and art), but also a broad capacity of introspection (from spirituality). Andrea's commitment to healing led her to create training programs and psychotherapeutic techniques to expand awareness, such as flamenco psychotherapy (a dance and music technique to heal somatic complaints caused by traumatization). She also taught family systems therapy at Fordham University.
LIFT Wellness Group
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
Your family's wellness solution. For over a decade, Lift has served as CT's premier choice for counseling, psychotherapy, concierge medical, psychological testing, and nutrition services. Equipped to meet the myriad of needs of modern families, Lift's multidisciplinary team provides psychiatric evaluations, dietary services, individual, group, couples & family therapy, eating disorder treatment, CBT, DBT, EMDR, ADHD evaluations & care, play therapy, career/effectiveness coaching, and mood and anxiety treatment, in person (Westport CT,) and remotely (CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.)
Your family's wellness solution. For over a decade, Lift has served as CT's premier choice for counseling, psychotherapy, concierge medical, psychological testing, and nutrition services. Equipped to meet the myriad of needs of modern families, Lift's multidisciplinary team provides psychiatric evaluations, dietary services, individual, group, couples & family therapy, eating disorder treatment, CBT, DBT, EMDR, ADHD evaluations & care, play therapy, career/effectiveness coaching, and mood and anxiety treatment, in person (Westport CT,) and remotely (CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.)
Soul Alignment Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06901
We specialize in working with those who've experienced family relational trauma including mental, emotional/physical abuse, and unhealthy patterns and abuse in romantic relationships.
Using a trauma-informed, holistic, and supportive yet challenging approach. We offer a combination of direct, but compassionate style of therapy. The pain of emotional wounding can be difficult to navigate through, but with the power of listening, and useful therapeutic tools, your journey of healing can be achieved. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and low self-esteem can impact anyone's quality of life and take a toll on their relationships. We're here to promote the importance of safety & quality self-care; as well as rebuilding intimacy and passion in your relationships through healing communication and conflict resolution skills.
We specialize in working with those who've experienced family relational trauma including mental, emotional/physical abuse, and unhealthy patterns and abuse in romantic relationships.
Using a trauma-informed, holistic, and supportive yet challenging approach. We offer a combination of direct, but compassionate style of therapy. The pain of emotional wounding can be difficult to navigate through, but with the power of listening, and useful therapeutic tools, your journey of healing can be achieved. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and low self-esteem can impact anyone's quality of life and take a toll on their relationships. We're here to promote the importance of safety & quality self-care; as well as rebuilding intimacy and passion in your relationships through healing communication and conflict resolution skills.
Jill Badyrka
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
I work within a Holistic and Strength-Based Foundation, with a profound understanding of the impact of environmental elements, and the effects these elements cause in the mind and body. Emotional influences cognitive influences physical/physiological influences emotional well-being: these internal systems are intricately woven in a magnificent tapestry that is the individual at any given moment. The individual is further affected by the external systems of family, job, school, neighborhood, spiritual affiliations, nutritional selections, and on and on. I believe in the power of the individual to learn to heal the Self and achieve Wellness and Peace in all Systems.
I work within a Holistic and Strength-Based Foundation, with a profound understanding of the impact of environmental elements, and the effects these elements cause in the mind and body. Emotional influences cognitive influences physical/physiological influences emotional well-being: these internal systems are intricately woven in a magnificent tapestry that is the individual at any given moment. The individual is further affected by the external systems of family, job, school, neighborhood, spiritual affiliations, nutritional selections, and on and on. I believe in the power of the individual to learn to heal the Self and achieve Wellness and Peace in all Systems.
Mary Dobson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
My mission is to empower you to define and claim the authentic, peaceful life you were born to lead; letting go of self-judgment, guilt, and maladaptive patterns to uncover strength and resilience. I believe in the transformational, healing power of a trusted therapeutic relationship. I possess advanced training and expertise in a variety of evidence-based modalities. Collaborative assessments and thoughtful, intentional treatment planning yield a customized course of action tailored to match your presenting problem and case disposition. I look forward to working with you, and am honored to play a role in your unfolding story!
My mission is to empower you to define and claim the authentic, peaceful life you were born to lead; letting go of self-judgment, guilt, and maladaptive patterns to uncover strength and resilience. I believe in the transformational, healing power of a trusted therapeutic relationship. I possess advanced training and expertise in a variety of evidence-based modalities. Collaborative assessments and thoughtful, intentional treatment planning yield a customized course of action tailored to match your presenting problem and case disposition. I look forward to working with you, and am honored to play a role in your unfolding story!
Patty Schein, M.Ed., LMFT, LPC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CT 06430 (Online Only)
I will support and guide you through a transformation of your pain, worry and concerns. You will benefit from interactive and integrative services developed over my 30 years in practice. You and I will work in partnership to create and implement relevant and empowering treatment. My services include holistic psychotherapy, marital therapy; lifestyle assessment and planning; stress management coaching; energy healing and balancing; breath work; meditation and spirituality. These services are provided in individual, couple and group sessions. Relax and enjoy more.
I will support and guide you through a transformation of your pain, worry and concerns. You will benefit from interactive and integrative services developed over my 30 years in practice. You and I will work in partnership to create and implement relevant and empowering treatment. My services include holistic psychotherapy, marital therapy; lifestyle assessment and planning; stress management coaching; energy healing and balancing; breath work; meditation and spirituality. These services are provided in individual, couple and group sessions. Relax and enjoy more.
Isabelle Shook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC, SEP
Verified Verified
Riverside, CT 06878 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients: I work with adults, couples and teens. Are you conflicted about a painful past, stressed about your future, or surprised by current dynamics triggering unsettling emotions? Together you can heal past traumas and deepen self-reliance, resilience, and clarity. By shifting worn-out emotional states, you will gain sustained change.
Accepting New Clients: I work with adults, couples and teens. Are you conflicted about a painful past, stressed about your future, or surprised by current dynamics triggering unsettling emotions? Together you can heal past traumas and deepen self-reliance, resilience, and clarity. By shifting worn-out emotional states, you will gain sustained change.
Lissette LaRue
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06888 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck or confused with what's next in life or a relationship? Perhaps you just need to release an old wound or have the space to decipher your thoughts. As a Relationship and Trauma Specialist, I'll help you explore all of this as you begin to embody the confident and grounded powerhouse that exists within you - so you're fully able to better yourself, your business, and your relationships. I provide a warm and caring environment to help you make sense of your world, those around you, and especially yourself. All of this is done in a safe and nonjudgmental space so you can explore and express yourself with ease.
Are you feeling stuck or confused with what's next in life or a relationship? Perhaps you just need to release an old wound or have the space to decipher your thoughts. As a Relationship and Trauma Specialist, I'll help you explore all of this as you begin to embody the confident and grounded powerhouse that exists within you - so you're fully able to better yourself, your business, and your relationships. I provide a warm and caring environment to help you make sense of your world, those around you, and especially yourself. All of this is done in a safe and nonjudgmental space so you can explore and express yourself with ease.
Sharon Kozey Greene
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in your personal or professional life? Do you wish to strengthen your connection with your higher self, higher power, and/or others? Do you want a happier, more enriched, more enlightened life? Maybe it's your moods, substance use, or COVID stress. Maybe it's your relationships or lack thereof. Maybe it's a lack of motivation or desire or willingness. I get it, honestly, I can relate to it all. I will help you process whatever it is and will offer you tools to move into a happier, more enlightened, more focused YOU. A healthy YOU means a healthier world around you.
Are you feeling stuck in your personal or professional life? Do you wish to strengthen your connection with your higher self, higher power, and/or others? Do you want a happier, more enriched, more enlightened life? Maybe it's your moods, substance use, or COVID stress. Maybe it's your relationships or lack thereof. Maybe it's a lack of motivation or desire or willingness. I get it, honestly, I can relate to it all. I will help you process whatever it is and will offer you tools to move into a happier, more enlightened, more focused YOU. A healthy YOU means a healthier world around you.
Copper Penny Guidance, LLC - Angelique De Nofa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06905 (Online Only)
As a seasoned therapist, I am curious, interactive and enjoy working with clients who are willing to cultivate a working relationship. Together we can work towards your goal, demystify your patterns, and shine a light into blind spots. When you're stuck in a cycle, used what's worked in the past with little success, it's time to seek guidance. I offer EMDR, clinical hypnotherapy, parts psychology, executive functioning skills, EQ (and more) to support your Whole Self in this collective world.
As a seasoned therapist, I am curious, interactive and enjoy working with clients who are willing to cultivate a working relationship. Together we can work towards your goal, demystify your patterns, and shine a light into blind spots. When you're stuck in a cycle, used what's worked in the past with little success, it's time to seek guidance. I offer EMDR, clinical hypnotherapy, parts psychology, executive functioning skills, EQ (and more) to support your Whole Self in this collective world.
Brian Hogan - Mind Body Therapist
Pre-Licensed Professional, IFS #1, ACT, MFA, ICF-ACC, Coach
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820 (Online Only)
IFS Level 1 Trained - EFT Certified - ACT Therapist - Coaching - Are you feeling lost? Nervous about your future? Or society's future? Does your anxiety cause you to limit your participation in life? I can relate. I've been there. I see healing and transformation as a science, a process with a definite result if you put in the work. Think of it like the gym, if you go every day you get results. The same is true for overcoming mental blocks, spiritual awakening, inner healing, finding your true calling, forming or breaking a habit and designing your best life. But it is not mysterious; it is a process with predictable outcomes.
IFS Level 1 Trained - EFT Certified - ACT Therapist - Coaching - Are you feeling lost? Nervous about your future? Or society's future? Does your anxiety cause you to limit your participation in life? I can relate. I've been there. I see healing and transformation as a science, a process with a definite result if you put in the work. Think of it like the gym, if you go every day you get results. The same is true for overcoming mental blocks, spiritual awakening, inner healing, finding your true calling, forming or breaking a habit and designing your best life. But it is not mysterious; it is a process with predictable outcomes.
Brittany Quagan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Fairfield, CT 06824 (Online Only)
Our minds are often full of made up stories we have been telling ourselves for years. Often, they are stories that have been written based on who others have told us we are or are "supposed" to be. My clients are those who want to rewrite the stories that create a sense of heaviness or limit their life experience, including stories full of anxiety and negative thoughts. I help those who are looking to find inner peace, clarity, a better understanding of themselves, and freedom from the heaviness our minds and life experiences can bring.
Our minds are often full of made up stories we have been telling ourselves for years. Often, they are stories that have been written based on who others have told us we are or are "supposed" to be. My clients are those who want to rewrite the stories that create a sense of heaviness or limit their life experience, including stories full of anxiety and negative thoughts. I help those who are looking to find inner peace, clarity, a better understanding of themselves, and freedom from the heaviness our minds and life experiences can bring.
Ryan Schaffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, CT 06878 (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.
Online Therapists
Wayne Cina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Middlebury, CT 06762
Marriage and Family Therapists are trained to understand a persons behavior in the context of the "family system" from which they came.
My approach to providing therapy is guided by the person that is receiving the service. Every persons situation and need is different, therefore I believe various approaches are needed to address life's problems. I was led to work in this field at the start in dealing with my own life's concerns. I have and continue to work on myself as a person, so that I can be the best person I can be. This in return becomes a gift that my clients can receive in return. We can only take our clients as far as we have gone. In my practice I hold space for the four basic realms of the human journey - Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Spiritual.
Marriage and Family Therapists are trained to understand a persons behavior in the context of the "family system" from which they came.
My approach to providing therapy is guided by the person that is receiving the service. Every persons situation and need is different, therefore I believe various approaches are needed to address life's problems. I was led to work in this field at the start in dealing with my own life's concerns. I have and continue to work on myself as a person, so that I can be the best person I can be. This in return becomes a gift that my clients can receive in return. We can only take our clients as far as we have gone. In my practice I hold space for the four basic realms of the human journey - Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Spiritual.
Nancy Davidson
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Branford, CT 06405
I adapt therapy to your style as needed:cognitive, body/mindfulness, family systems, career counseling, trauma reduction, wellness, group etc.
INDIVIDUAL, COUPLES and COUPLES THERAPY for “ONE.” If you’re stressed, anxious, depressed, lonely, and/or stuck: rediscover your strengths! Heal from confusion, feeling lost, fighting, anger, infidelity, and harsh self-judgments. Your personal and professional life can improve. Even during these pandemic difficult times we can make positive life changing decisions about love or career. Step by step our therapy builds a stronger, compassionate and flourishing self. SPECIAL AWARENESS of the needs of ACADEMICS, ENTREPRENEURS, PROFESSIONALS, FREELANCERS, BUSINESS OWNERS, CREATIVE PEOPLE.
I adapt therapy to your style as needed:cognitive, body/mindfulness, family systems, career counseling, trauma reduction, wellness, group etc.
INDIVIDUAL, COUPLES and COUPLES THERAPY for “ONE.” If you’re stressed, anxious, depressed, lonely, and/or stuck: rediscover your strengths! Heal from confusion, feeling lost, fighting, anger, infidelity, and harsh self-judgments. Your personal and professional life can improve. Even during these pandemic difficult times we can make positive life changing decisions about love or career. Step by step our therapy builds a stronger, compassionate and flourishing self. SPECIAL AWARENESS of the needs of ACADEMICS, ENTREPRENEURS, PROFESSIONALS, FREELANCERS, BUSINESS OWNERS, CREATIVE PEOPLE.
Eileen Andricovich LMFT- Spirals of Eternity
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shelton, CT 06484 (Online Only)
Other areas of specialty are family relationship and special success helping couples.
I believe that change begins in respecting each person's life choices. I listen and reflect to help people become aware and transform negative thought patterns, and to identify and release emotional and negative thoughts that promote feeling "stuck." Testimonial "Eileen made us feel comfortable from the 1st day," I use Solution Focused Approach with couples and help them to develop clear communication and listening skills. I have developed simple yet powerful healing methods that are essential tools for stress reduction elimination of anxiety and panic episodes and healing sexual abuse/trauma.
Other areas of specialty are family relationship and special success helping couples.
I believe that change begins in respecting each person's life choices. I listen and reflect to help people become aware and transform negative thought patterns, and to identify and release emotional and negative thoughts that promote feeling "stuck." Testimonial "Eileen made us feel comfortable from the 1st day," I use Solution Focused Approach with couples and help them to develop clear communication and listening skills. I have developed simple yet powerful healing methods that are essential tools for stress reduction elimination of anxiety and panic episodes and healing sexual abuse/trauma.
Lisa-Renee Perez-Cabello
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, RYT
Verified Verified
Hamden, CT 06514
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience.
Do you want to have a better relationship, to feel more connected and more present, and to feel more comfortable in your own skin and less anxious and stressed? Do you like to see results quickly? Are you open to new experiences? If you answered yes to all these questions I may be the right therapist for you. Email me today
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 20 years of experience.
Do you want to have a better relationship, to feel more connected and more present, and to feel more comfortable in your own skin and less anxious and stressed? Do you like to see results quickly? Are you open to new experiences? If you answered yes to all these questions I may be the right therapist for you. Email me today
Lisa Marie Beaulieu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bantam, CT 06750
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Reiki Master, EMDR Facilitator, Certified Assertiveness Coach, trained in Spiritual Counselling, Clinical Hypnosis and Sound Healing.
I take a collaborative approach towards helping clients develop insight and create fresh alternatives to ineffective patterns, assisting them with examining intergenerational transmissions of trauma, relational trauma, and maladaptive coping strategies. My ideal client is looking for a psychotherapist that integrates evidence-based practices, including EMDR and Clinical Hypnosis, with Shamanic, alternative and energy healing approaches into sessions. My ideal client is looking to gain insight, learn to regulate emotions and listen to their emotions, manage their energy and is committed to doing the work to become their best self.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Reiki Master, EMDR Facilitator, Certified Assertiveness Coach, trained in Spiritual Counselling, Clinical Hypnosis and Sound Healing.
I take a collaborative approach towards helping clients develop insight and create fresh alternatives to ineffective patterns, assisting them with examining intergenerational transmissions of trauma, relational trauma, and maladaptive coping strategies. My ideal client is looking for a psychotherapist that integrates evidence-based practices, including EMDR and Clinical Hypnosis, with Shamanic, alternative and energy healing approaches into sessions. My ideal client is looking to gain insight, learn to regulate emotions and listen to their emotions, manage their energy and is committed to doing the work to become their best self.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.