Therapists in West End, Hartford, CT
Jane Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West End, Hartford, CT 06105 (Online Only)
3/28/24: Telehealth only. Six hr time difference ahead of EST, with weekday morning and Sunday hours. I am a board-certified art therapist and licensed professional counselor with 17 years of clinical experience. I specialize in early childhood mental health and work with all ages. I trust in the wisdom of clients' abilities to explore their own themes, symbols, and stories. Because we all develop our senses of self and safety within the context of early relationships, family/relationship-based work is essential. I am trauma and polyvagal theory-informed. My approach is flexible, solution-focused, and non-judgmental.
3/28/24: Telehealth only. Six hr time difference ahead of EST, with weekday morning and Sunday hours. I am a board-certified art therapist and licensed professional counselor with 17 years of clinical experience. I specialize in early childhood mental health and work with all ages. I trust in the wisdom of clients' abilities to explore their own themes, symbols, and stories. Because we all develop our senses of self and safety within the context of early relationships, family/relationship-based work is essential. I am trauma and polyvagal theory-informed. My approach is flexible, solution-focused, and non-judgmental.
Ashley Acosta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
Some areas of focus include anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce and separation, ADHD, autism, family conflict, grief and loss, and more.
Starting something new can be intimidating. Using a strengths based perspective, I'm here to help guide you through challenging barriers. In a nonjudgmental zone, we can build your coping skills to help you overcome stressors and obstacles that may be negatively impacting you.
Some areas of focus include anxiety, depression, life transitions, divorce and separation, ADHD, autism, family conflict, grief and loss, and more.
Starting something new can be intimidating. Using a strengths based perspective, I'm here to help guide you through challenging barriers. In a nonjudgmental zone, we can build your coping skills to help you overcome stressors and obstacles that may be negatively impacting you.
D Alers Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
My name is Dr D. Alers, and I am a Bi-lingual (Spanish/ English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals (children and adults), couples, families, group members deal with trauma, depression, anxiety, loss, family situations, employment challenges, self-esteem, relationships, substance use/addiction or life changes. If you are ready to take the next step and work toward a healthier and happier life or willing to break the patterns and cycles of past experiences, I am here to assist you.
My name is Dr D. Alers, and I am a Bi-lingual (Spanish/ English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals (children and adults), couples, families, group members deal with trauma, depression, anxiety, loss, family situations, employment challenges, self-esteem, relationships, substance use/addiction or life changes. If you are ready to take the next step and work toward a healthier and happier life or willing to break the patterns and cycles of past experiences, I am here to assist you.
Richard Agostinho
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
Waitlist for new clients
The best advice I have been given was to “Trust My Process.” I've heard those words in my life as I encountered hardships and challenges myself over the years.
The best advice I have been given was to “Trust My Process.” I've heard those words in my life as I encountered hardships and challenges myself over the years.
True North Psychological
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
Waitlist for new clients
For over fifteen years I have worked to combine my interest in neuroscience and passion for mental health recovery and wellness. I have worked in inpatient hospital settings, outpatient clinics, community mental health agencies and in private practice. I work well with clients who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety disorders, gender identity issues, self injury, disordered eating, ADHD, and substance misuse, as well as dissociative disorders and personality disorders.
For over fifteen years I have worked to combine my interest in neuroscience and passion for mental health recovery and wellness. I have worked in inpatient hospital settings, outpatient clinics, community mental health agencies and in private practice. I work well with clients who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety disorders, gender identity issues, self injury, disordered eating, ADHD, and substance misuse, as well as dissociative disorders and personality disorders.
Peter Perrotta MS., LPC., LADC., LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LADC
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
If you find life to be hard, can't seem to get out of your own way, feel disappointed, or alone, then let's work together to find ways to understand your struggles and connect with a solution. It remains my honor and privilege to serve individuals who face a wide array of psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues. Currently I focus on talk therapy with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. This is applied to explore thoughts and feelings in a caring and supportive atmosphere; working collaboratively on problems that might include issues with closeness, assertiveness, unresolved grief and addiction.
If you find life to be hard, can't seem to get out of your own way, feel disappointed, or alone, then let's work together to find ways to understand your struggles and connect with a solution. It remains my honor and privilege to serve individuals who face a wide array of psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues. Currently I focus on talk therapy with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. This is applied to explore thoughts and feelings in a caring and supportive atmosphere; working collaboratively on problems that might include issues with closeness, assertiveness, unresolved grief and addiction.
Madeline Figueroa
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
It’s the Spanglish for me! I have a strong desire to deliver culturally competent and inclusive behavioral health services to individuals and families. I believe that understanding and respecting our differences help us become better people and builds stronger, safer communities and employment opportunities. I am a bilingual bi-cultural therapist I speak Spanish and English fluently and provide culturally responsive services to the general population.
It’s the Spanglish for me! I have a strong desire to deliver culturally competent and inclusive behavioral health services to individuals and families. I believe that understanding and respecting our differences help us become better people and builds stronger, safer communities and employment opportunities. I am a bilingual bi-cultural therapist I speak Spanish and English fluently and provide culturally responsive services to the general population.
Amanda Shifreen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105 (Online Only)
Take a breath in. Exhale slowly and feel your feet supported by the Earth beneath them. Notice the impact of this one breath in your body- celebrate this moment of peace. Riding the waves of this human experience can at times be challenging, and call for support from an external resource. It is in this calling, i welcome you to delve into therapy. Stepping into an unknown therapeutic relationship can evoke many feelings, and as I invite you into this space, your feet are on the ground and your breaths pace our work. In our time together, my intention is to guide us in a mind-body-soul approach to the therapeutic process.
Take a breath in. Exhale slowly and feel your feet supported by the Earth beneath them. Notice the impact of this one breath in your body- celebrate this moment of peace. Riding the waves of this human experience can at times be challenging, and call for support from an external resource. It is in this calling, i welcome you to delve into therapy. Stepping into an unknown therapeutic relationship can evoke many feelings, and as I invite you into this space, your feet are on the ground and your breaths pace our work. In our time together, my intention is to guide us in a mind-body-soul approach to the therapeutic process.
Mary Ellen Lonergan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
My focus is to help bring out your strengths, and find solutions to difficult problems you may be experiencing. My belief is that people carry the solutions within themselves, and I am happy to help facilitate finding them with you.I create a safe space in my office, so that we may work through any issues which may arise. I also work with couples, to help heal wounds, which may be old or new, and to come to a new understanding , through deeper communication. I have been finding success with my couples work, using Emotionally Focused Therapy techniques.
My focus is to help bring out your strengths, and find solutions to difficult problems you may be experiencing. My belief is that people carry the solutions within themselves, and I am happy to help facilitate finding them with you.I create a safe space in my office, so that we may work through any issues which may arise. I also work with couples, to help heal wounds, which may be old or new, and to come to a new understanding , through deeper communication. I have been finding success with my couples work, using Emotionally Focused Therapy techniques.
Erica Marchetti
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
West End, Hartford, CT 06105 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Burnout? Then care must be taken to minimize the impact they have in your daily life. We all face challenges and complicated situations in our lives but it is important for you to take care of yourself! Give yourself permission to pause and care for your own needs will help you change your mindset and will make happiness a priority.
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Burnout? Then care must be taken to minimize the impact they have in your daily life. We all face challenges and complicated situations in our lives but it is important for you to take care of yourself! Give yourself permission to pause and care for your own needs will help you change your mindset and will make happiness a priority.
Jessica Lazu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
Welcome, to my page. I take pride in assisting/ guiding my clients through self-enlightenment, I will challenge you, to internal growth, through trauma, grief, anxiety, stress, and life’s uncertainties to help create your equilibrium. My therapeutic expertise allows me to combine evidence based therapeutic techniques and implement a range of treatment modalities. I am clinically focused in promoting balancing perspectives while creating a safe space. Regardless of ones past/present issue or diagnosis, everyday is a new day to be the best part of you. I am here to help you get through those challenges. Licensed in CT.
Welcome, to my page. I take pride in assisting/ guiding my clients through self-enlightenment, I will challenge you, to internal growth, through trauma, grief, anxiety, stress, and life’s uncertainties to help create your equilibrium. My therapeutic expertise allows me to combine evidence based therapeutic techniques and implement a range of treatment modalities. I am clinically focused in promoting balancing perspectives while creating a safe space. Regardless of ones past/present issue or diagnosis, everyday is a new day to be the best part of you. I am here to help you get through those challenges. Licensed in CT.
Sharon Clato-Day
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
Life comes with expected and unexpected experiences. Taking the time to seek extra support for behavioral, psychological, spiritual, physical, and emotional states is normal and healthy. Psychotherapy provides a place to talk about the issues that are impacting any area of your life. I believe in the human ability to grow, heal, and overcome various challenges throughout life.
Life comes with expected and unexpected experiences. Taking the time to seek extra support for behavioral, psychological, spiritual, physical, and emotional states is normal and healthy. Psychotherapy provides a place to talk about the issues that are impacting any area of your life. I believe in the human ability to grow, heal, and overcome various challenges throughout life.
Tameko Penny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105 (Online Only)
Many individuals who may benefit from therapy are feeling emotionally distressed. This could be the result of problems within their relationships, job, academic setting, or due to general life stressors. Yet, many of these individuals are also reluctant to seek treatment due to the various misconceptions about therapy. This is of particular importance to my treatment approach, as I strive to meet each client's distinct needs with the understanding that this endeavor may not have been an easy one.
Many individuals who may benefit from therapy are feeling emotionally distressed. This could be the result of problems within their relationships, job, academic setting, or due to general life stressors. Yet, many of these individuals are also reluctant to seek treatment due to the various misconceptions about therapy. This is of particular importance to my treatment approach, as I strive to meet each client's distinct needs with the understanding that this endeavor may not have been an easy one.
Myrta I Soto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
Hi. Hablo Espanol. I speak Spanish. Offering Teletherapy sessions. Welcome to Oasis Bilingual Counseling Services. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, gender identity/relationship issues, loss/grief, and/or other life challenges, here at Oasis, you will find a compassionate, supportive, non-judgmental setting where you can speak about what you are going through and together we can create feasible treatment goals that will assist you move forward in your life.
Hi. Hablo Espanol. I speak Spanish. Offering Teletherapy sessions. Welcome to Oasis Bilingual Counseling Services. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, gender identity/relationship issues, loss/grief, and/or other life challenges, here at Oasis, you will find a compassionate, supportive, non-judgmental setting where you can speak about what you are going through and together we can create feasible treatment goals that will assist you move forward in your life.
John Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
I believe in a straightforward approach to mental health and substance abuse problems. I have observed throughout my career that clients have the capacity to make significant changes in their lives when they are able to gain the insight and support through counseling. I provide a supportive environment and a collaborative approach to bringing about change and developing insight into the origins of clinical issues that bring people into therapy.
I believe in a straightforward approach to mental health and substance abuse problems. I have observed throughout my career that clients have the capacity to make significant changes in their lives when they are able to gain the insight and support through counseling. I provide a supportive environment and a collaborative approach to bringing about change and developing insight into the origins of clinical issues that bring people into therapy.
Catherine (Kate) Tufano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
Not accepting new clients
Kate is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience. Her areas of interest and expertise are reduction of anxiety, alleviation of depression, and the facilitation of healthy relationships with ourselves and others. Clients Kate works with get support and help with low self-esteem, major life transitions, familial conflict, marital issues, and the emotional impact of illness and loss. Reaching out is the first brave step toward deconstructing and altering the upsetting feelings and negative patterns we all experience at times.
Kate is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience. Her areas of interest and expertise are reduction of anxiety, alleviation of depression, and the facilitation of healthy relationships with ourselves and others. Clients Kate works with get support and help with low self-esteem, major life transitions, familial conflict, marital issues, and the emotional impact of illness and loss. Reaching out is the first brave step toward deconstructing and altering the upsetting feelings and negative patterns we all experience at times.
Dr. Juan B. Faraoni III
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyaD, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, Hartford, CT 06105
Not accepting new clients
Regardless of one's circumstances, every person has the potential to better understand their own life. A therapeutic relationship offers an environment for discovering and resolving the obstacles that hold you back. My goal is to provide that safe, flexible, and welcoming space. Whether you are seeking psychoanalysis or psychotherapy, come to sessions reassured that you can say anything that comes to mind.
Regardless of one's circumstances, every person has the potential to better understand their own life. A therapeutic relationship offers an environment for discovering and resolving the obstacles that hold you back. My goal is to provide that safe, flexible, and welcoming space. Whether you are seeking psychoanalysis or psychotherapy, come to sessions reassured that you can say anything that comes to mind.
Online Therapists
Vernon Percy
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CMPC
Verified Verified
Hartford, CT 06103 (Online Only)
I take a personalized, holistic approach, integrating principles of sport psychology and self-leadership (Internal Family Systems).
Are you an athlete looking to excel in your sport while strengthening your mental skills and overall well-being? Whether you are a professional athlete, a dedicated amateur, or an aspiring talent, the journey to athletic excellence is exhilarating but can also present unique challenges. These challenges often extend beyond the physical aspects of your sport and impact your overall performance and quality of life. Performance anxiety, burnout, injury recovery, and the psychological toll of competition are just a few of the issues athletes commonly face. The demands of your sport can take a toll on your mental and emotional health.
I take a personalized, holistic approach, integrating principles of sport psychology and self-leadership (Internal Family Systems).
Are you an athlete looking to excel in your sport while strengthening your mental skills and overall well-being? Whether you are a professional athlete, a dedicated amateur, or an aspiring talent, the journey to athletic excellence is exhilarating but can also present unique challenges. These challenges often extend beyond the physical aspects of your sport and impact your overall performance and quality of life. Performance anxiety, burnout, injury recovery, and the psychological toll of competition are just a few of the issues athletes commonly face. The demands of your sport can take a toll on your mental and emotional health.
Mariposa Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hartford, CT 06106
I’m currently accepting new clients ages 12 and up! Hello my name is Yessica McLean and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of CT. In my practice, Mariposa Counseling LLC, I offer individual and family therapy to children, young adults and adults who are experiencing some challenges in their life and looking to create positive change.
I’m currently accepting new clients ages 12 and up! Hello my name is Yessica McLean and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of CT. In my practice, Mariposa Counseling LLC, I offer individual and family therapy to children, young adults and adults who are experiencing some challenges in their life and looking to create positive change.
SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hartford, CT 06103
Do you struggle with substance use disorder and want help with relapse prevention? Have mental health problems kept you from achieving your goals? Do you and your teen struggle to connect and communicate effectively? You want to live a happy life and develop healthy relationships, but you can’t make it happen. Therapy with an LMSW skilled at providing mental health care and coordinating services from community resources can empower you and your family to live the lives you want.
Do you struggle with substance use disorder and want help with relapse prevention? Have mental health problems kept you from achieving your goals? Do you and your teen struggle to connect and communicate effectively? You want to live a happy life and develop healthy relationships, but you can’t make it happen. Therapy with an LMSW skilled at providing mental health care and coordinating services from community resources can empower you and your family to live the lives you want.
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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.