Family Systems Therapists in 06517

I have have been providing psychotherapy to diverse populations in a variety of settings for nearly 25 years. Since 1998, I have held a range of clinical, supervisory and teaching positions in Yale's Department of Psychiatry and at Yale Child Study Center. My professional work is informed by psychodynamic, family systems and attachment theories. While these theories anchor my work, my ability to be open-minded, insightful, collaborative and compassionate are at the core of what's helpful to my clients.

We serve children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. Whether they are just starting out in life, or well established, our clients want more from life. More happiness, more love, more freedom to be the best person they can be. We help our clients accomplish this by changing unwanted behaviors and healing painful emotions from life's unexpected crises, or wounds from the past. Our psychotherapy is strength-based, solution-focused and psychodynamic.

As an Associate Clinical Professor at Yale Department of psychiatry, I have been practicing psychotherapy for over 20 years. My therapeutic approach is to help individuals and couples better understand the conflicts in their life and find healthy ways to resolve or cope with them tapping into their strengths and their social support. In addition to my private practice, I have been working at the Department of Veterans Affairs for many years as a supervisory psychologist and I have published extensively in the field. I have also supervised and trained psychologists and psychiatrists in psychotherapy both in the US and abroad.

I have openings for group psychotherapy. It includes 2 sessions of individual intakes before joining a group. I have been in private practice for 35 years treating a wide range of personal and emotional issues for professionals, artists, creative individuals, young adult women, mothers, career women, men in relationships, teenagers in stressful family relationships, parents wanting to improve parent-child relationships of all ages, and couples. I am a Certified Group therapist and Board certified in Group Psychotherapy. I have an ongoing Women's Group in the evening.

Are you a divorced parent struggling to make a parenting plan that meets your children’s needs? Does every conversation with your ex end in an argument? Do you want to find a way to co-parent effectively but feel exhausted by the divorce process? When you’re divorcing and have children, making decisions about parenting time and duties can be daunting. You have to have these conversations with someone you struggle to communicate with. You and your former spouse can create new, fulfilling lives while raising happy, healthy children with the proper support.

The decision to ask for help is not easy and requires courage. Part of the difficulty lies in choosing the right person to work with. All of us want to work with someone who cares, knows how to listen, does not judge, and ultimately is healing and can help in problem solving. In my 20 years of experience, I have worked with children, teenagers, adults, families and couples. I enjoy this population enormously. My biggest strength is my empathy. My clients feel safe with me; they know I am an invested therapist and that I truly care. I am passionate about love, compassion and equality. I create peace every day.

Welcome! I'm committed to providing you with support that is both empathetic and empowering. I work with adults, couples, parents and families. Life can be challenging and sometimes we need additional support to help us reach our potential. I practice through a systemic lens, exploring individual behaviors through the context of the family. My goal is to support you in processing your thoughts and feelings by creating a safe and and non-judgmental space in which you can grow and heal. I have experience working with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, anger, parenting and family issues.

When we work together, I am not just your counselor, but your advocate. Everyone deserves to have someone in their corner. I have 7+ years of experience helping children, adolescents, adults, individuals, and families heal from past experiences and understand behavioral patterns and where they come from. I have a special passion for working with adolescents and young adults to deliver compassionate and trauma-informed care. It's my top priority to help you feel comfortable, engaged, respected, and empowered to work through whatever you are experiencing. With me, you are in the driver's seat of your care.

The purpose of spiritual counseling is to support you in living from your deepest, most authentic self. As we continually develop, it can be difficult to remain authentic, difficult to balance our own highest values with cultural, vocational, and familial challenges. Especially in times of transition, it takes support, reflection and encouragement to remain true to who we are. While I bring my experience as an ordained Zen Buddhist to my spiritual counseling practice, ultimately my goal is to meet clients where they are, using the particularities of their strengths to help them settle more deeply into their true selves.

I am PhD in Clinical Psychology and I am offering my psychological and coaching services (life, psychology and recovery coaching) for clients who want to reach a higher level of satisfaction or learning and to bring greater fulfillment in life. I am using the holistic and integrative approach, considering the whole person and the whole situation. My clients enjoy the vitality and well-being that results from their positive lifestyle changes, and are motivated to continue this process throughout their lives. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and I provide culturally appropriate services to the diversity of Latino/a community.

I believe that "a difference to be a difference, must make a difference". I have spent most of my adult life working with people to make things different. I got my PhD in Psychology from Yale University and received a diverse training - from children and adolescents to adults and veterans. Many people at times need a listener, someone to help them figure things out, someone to help them change. I try my best to be that person. Prior to my psychology training, I was a physical therapist - and I hope that my awareness of illness and handicaps adds a dimension to my work as needed

Managing life's transitions and stressors may seem like an impossible task. If you can relate to this statement, you are not alone. Many people are feeling anxiety, sadness, and self doubt. However, you are bravely taking the first step to make a change; by exploring your options for a healthier and happier you. I welcome the opportunity to partner with you to help identify, and guide you in your pursuit of finding balance and healing; by drawing on individuals and families unique strengths.

I believe that it takes tremendous courage and a leap of faith to enter therapy. I respect that individuals are complex beings and strive to work in very collaborative ways to combine an individual's expertise on themselves and their experiences along with their strengths with my expertise on evidenced based interventions. My goal is to provide services tailored to each person's needs and presenting problems using a combination of mindfulness and acceptance strategies, effective behavioral interventions and skill building to help people feel and do better, reduce suffering and be able to live their most meaningful and best lives.

Cristina Perera is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) that has been working in private practice for over 15 years, working with an eclectic range of adults and seniors, from trauma survivors of 911 and the Sandy Hook shootings to everyday families looking for support and expert care. She specializes in treating abuse, trauma, depression, family conflict, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, and more. She earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Southern Connecticut State University and has been a Keynote Speaker on behalf of The National Collation for Domestic Violence.

As an experienced clinician I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds, a variety of ages and presenting with a range of issues and needs. My experience has reinforced my deep respect for the individual's inherent capacity for development and change when provided an appropriate context for growth and exploration. My goal is to provide a relationship to all my clients that supports their strengths and catalyzes their personal growth and problem solving. In the end I strive to support my clients' engagement in a rich, satisfying life.

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.

Do you struggle with communication, setting boundaries, or expressing your feelings? Are you feeling unmotivated, overwhelmed, or anxious? Do you bottle your emotions? Strong negative emotions can get in the way of the person you want to be and limit your life. You may find yourself spending more time dwelling on painful thoughts or memories that leave you filled with distress, self-doubt, and insecurity. It may also be that you worry about the future or perhaps your emotions or behavior have cost you relationships or opportunities.