Therapists in Farmington, CT

Feeling down, overwhelmed, anxious, or not like yourself? Are you feeling stuck and would you like to improve your relationship? Is your kid experiencing emotional, social, academic, or other issues? If so, I can help. I use short-term and research-based treatment with individuals, couples, and families. My therapy sessions help to heal painful issues, overcome presenting problems, and provide clients with insight and coping skills to handle all of life's obstacles.

I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in treating addictions, eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, body image issues and difficulties with emotion regulation. I teach skills that increase life satisfaction, happiness, self-confidence, curiosity and gratitude. When life doesn't meet our expectations or painful situations occur, many people become self-critical and fight against emotions such as anger, loneliness, fear or shame. It is this lack of acceptance that increases suffering. Mindfulness and self-compassion involve responding with kindness to our own pain, thereby reducing suffering.

“A decision made in desperation can have long term, unforeseen consequences” I work with teenagers, college students, young adults, adults, as well as the family systems that surround them as part of my mental health practice with individuals with symptoms of anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma and addiction including early intervention substance abuse work. I am known for developing strong professional relationships with my clients and ability to develop an individualized plan to manage the issues in the here and now as well as to evaluate possible root causes of why issues may have developed to begin with.

Whatever your issue -- anxiety, trauma, depression or relationship concerns, I'm here to help you. In addition to being an experienced Clinical Psychologist, I am also a Certified Diplomate in Sex Therapy, a Master's prepared psychiatric nurse, and a Certified IFS Therapist (see ifs-institute.com). I address a variety of sexual and intimacy problems including: desire, orgasm, ejaculation, pelvic pain, ED, or distress about infidelity, divorce, or separation. I am committed to helping you live a more satisfying and fulfilling life.

Are you seeking to live more authentically? Just by being here, is the first step to making this change within your life. I would be happy to be the clinician to join you on that journey. I might be a Marriage and Family therapist, who believes in the power of systemic thinking, but you are the expert on your life. Together we can combine our strengths to best support you reach your goals.

HELP is here. Divorce is confusing and the unknown is frightening; Legal Process, Parenting Plans, Custody, Home/Property Division, Retirement. I offer 25+ years of experience as a Mediator working with individuals, couples, and families. If you are struggling with the decision to divorce (need COUPLES work to SAVE your marriage), OR you are in the legal entanglements of divorce, AND even if it is well after your divorce - I can help YOU. Transition well with the information and resources you need to move forward with success. No more sleepless nights. Mediation, not litigation. Skilled at working with male/female narcissists. CALL

Certified PSYPACT psychologist. Dr. Chu is a bilingual licensed clinical psychologist. As a Board Certified DBT (DBT-Linehan Board of Certification) and Certified CBT therapist (Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies), she teaches her clients tangible tools to make healthy choices by approaching life challenges flexibly and mindfully. Her background in Psychodynamic and Mindfulness-Based psychotherapy led her to fluidly utilize different therapeutic approaches that are most helpful to individual needs.

With 25 years experience, I am a licensed in Marriage and Family therapy providing marital therapy, and individual therapy for adults, teens and children in West Hartford. We all need help sometimes making the changes that will improve the relationships, feelings and thoughts that keep us stuck. More and more people are turning to the Systemic (Family) therapy approach, because they are tired of treating only the symptom with medication or other methods and are ready to make the changes that not only heal the symptom (i.e. depression, anxiety, etc.) but help them begin to have the relationships and life they want.

Not accepting new clients at this time. Are you looking for a private and relaxing atmosphere where you can receive individualized counseling for yourself? I have significant experience working with adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma in their lives.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, women and veterans. My specialty is treating Dual Diagnosis, Trauma, Women's Issues, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues. My clinical experience includes inpatient, outpatient and residential settings. I currently work from a Person-Centered approach as well as a Strength- Based perspective utilizing Motivational Interviewing, Relapse Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Trauma Informed Therapy, Brief-Solution Focused Therapy and Play Therapy.

If you are struggling with the difficulties of life I will help you in a genuinely caring and respectful manner. I believe people are innately resilient and adaptable and that everyone has the capacity to grow and improve. As your therapist I will focus on what is working for you in your life and collaborate together with you to identify and build solutions to help you reach your goals. My goal is to ethically offer guidance and support to help you be the person you want to be and live the life you want to live.

As a holistic psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I have had the privilege of supporting my clients through a variety of difficult life experiences. Integrating my own personal struggles and shame has opened me to become a more compassionate, nonjudgmental therapist. My warmth and humor help to create a safe environment that allows my clients to transform difficult emotions such as grief, rage ,despair,fear, and shame and open to more happiness, fulfillment and peace in their lives.

Many people come into therapy because they are suffering in some way and want to feel better. This suffering can take many forms--low self-esteem, difficulty with relationships, illness, depression, excessive worry or anxiety, coping with loss, family problems, alcohol abuse, divorce, and other important issues. I will work with you to help alleviate suffering by identifying thinking patterns or behaviors that might be involved in preventing you from moving forward and/or by assisting you in creating coping skills to deal with challenging situations.

You don't have to go through your challenges alone. I am dedicated to assist you and your family face your struggles, find inner strength and create positive changes that will last for a lifetime. As a skillful clinician, with over ten years of extensive experience in mental health field, I believe in the power of taking a holistic approach to treatment. I combine evidence-based treatment methods with alternative healing therapies to address the full spectrum of my client's needs. When it comes to mental health I believe that optimum health is most attainable when your mind, body, and spirit are in alignment.

My work is a dynamic blend of all that has profoundly influenced me: the science of Family Systems and my 30 years study in Buddhist psychology. My marriage of 27 years and my relationship with my two young adult children has offered countless teachings and insights into human nature. My passion is in helping my clients develop conscious partnerships, mindful parenting, heal from trauma and live free of anxiety and depression. My work is psychodynamic: integrating attachment theory, contemplative inquiry, meditative practices and relational awareness for healing and happiness.

Accepting new clients! Mental health is much like a summit and can feel like an uphill journey. Life is not always easy but with the right support you can scale mountains. Sometimes, even the strongest people need the proper help to work through life’s challenges. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, or any issue between, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.

Jenna is a bilingual psychotherapist offering individual, group and family therapy in-person and online. She has served women, children and families for over 10 years as a therapist, doula, yoga practitioner and educator. Jenna holds a M.A. in Holistic Clinical Mental Health Counseling and postgraduate certificate in Expressive Arts. She is certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, DBT, and extensively trained in yoga and mindfulness. She lives her life by the same principles she employs in therapy. She strives to see the true potential in herself and others while doing her best to be present and hold empathic space for all.

You’ve hit the wall. You can’t do any more, can’t manage your stress and can’t imagine struggling like this for the rest of your life. Things are so unpleasant and uncomfortable that you know you need help, but don’t know where to look or who can provide what you need. You can’t go back to when you were happier, and you can’t move forward like this. You need someone who is going to understand your concerns and can objectively and reassuringly help you feel better.

I’m so glad you’re here. I entered into this field to help others heal; and to be a source of reassurance and support for clients as they journey and navigate through hardships, obstacles and embrace personal growth and progress in their lives. I work with children, teens, adults and families, and I enjoy finding creative ways to engage with clients in sessions to help them find and maintain motivations, to enhance the therapeutic process and improve their own wellness. I utilize a client centered approach, meaning I meet clients where they are at, and work on helping clients to hold themselves accountable for work done in therapy.