Family Therapy in Norwalk, CT

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Lissette Estevez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
Hi! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who graduated from the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, CT. I am also bilingual in English and Spanish. Over the last few years, I have had the opportunity to provide a supportive environment for couples, individuals, families, and children from different backgrounds and abilities.
Hi! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who graduated from the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, CT. I am also bilingual in English and Spanish. Over the last few years, I have had the opportunity to provide a supportive environment for couples, individuals, families, and children from different backgrounds and abilities.
(475) 241-7201 View (475) 241-7201
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Brittani L D'Andrea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, GAL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851
YOUnique Comprehensive Counseling Services tailors to your needs, as an individual, family, or couple in many different approches! We provide services from adolescents to adults for individual, couples and family therapy, and also offer custody evaluations, re-unification counseling, co-parenting counseling, and divorce mediation. Brittani is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL). She is a Professional Member of the American Diabetes Association and a certified Divorce Mediator. In addition, she has experience working in the Family Court system for over 10 years. Immediate openings are available.
YOUnique Comprehensive Counseling Services tailors to your needs, as an individual, family, or couple in many different approches! We provide services from adolescents to adults for individual, couples and family therapy, and also offer custody evaluations, re-unification counseling, co-parenting counseling, and divorce mediation. Brittani is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL). She is a Professional Member of the American Diabetes Association and a certified Divorce Mediator. In addition, she has experience working in the Family Court system for over 10 years. Immediate openings are available.
(475) 221-0754 View (475) 221-0754
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Nicole O'Brien
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850  (Online Only)
Telehealth in CT and NY. People come to therapy for a variety of reasons. You may be feeling stuck in attempts to navigate difficult life transitions, seeking a vehicle for personal growth, or have a relationship challenge that you would like to address. Regardless of what brought you here, my role as a therapist is to help you (and/or you/your partner/family) identify the issues and patterns that are creating unhappiness or inhibiting your ability to create the life and relationships you desire. I will help you find alternative ways to address the concerns that led you to seek therapy.
Telehealth in CT and NY. People come to therapy for a variety of reasons. You may be feeling stuck in attempts to navigate difficult life transitions, seeking a vehicle for personal growth, or have a relationship challenge that you would like to address. Regardless of what brought you here, my role as a therapist is to help you (and/or you/your partner/family) identify the issues and patterns that are creating unhappiness or inhibiting your ability to create the life and relationships you desire. I will help you find alternative ways to address the concerns that led you to seek therapy.
(203) 344-7631 View (203) 344-7631
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Jacqueline Stephens
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
As CT licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my approach is broadly humanistic, client-centered, systems oriented and trauma informed.
Does this sound familiar?: You've lost touch with the hopes and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you. An important relationship is in trouble: your relationship with your spouse, partner, child, or family is a repeated source of pain. You received feedback that you don’t seem yourself lately or that your behavior is alarming to those who care about you. The responsiveness of a therapist can help us acknowledge the deep urging and longings of our truer selves. Therapy can be a place where we chart a new course for our lives. “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” --Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
As CT licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my approach is broadly humanistic, client-centered, systems oriented and trauma informed.
Does this sound familiar?: You've lost touch with the hopes and dreams that used to motivate and inspire you. An important relationship is in trouble: your relationship with your spouse, partner, child, or family is a repeated source of pain. You received feedback that you don’t seem yourself lately or that your behavior is alarming to those who care about you. The responsiveness of a therapist can help us acknowledge the deep urging and longings of our truer selves. Therapy can be a place where we chart a new course for our lives. “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” --Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
(203) 302-9826 View (203) 302-9826
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Dana Falkenstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
I have provided individual, family and group therapy as well as in home counseling for children and families for over 15 years.
Hi, I'm Dana, Do you feel stressed, tired, overwhelmed and sometimes feel you just need a break? Then you have come to right person. I am here to help you navigate this crazy world that we live in while supporting you and encouraging you to take care of yourself. I am here to be your biggest cheerleader and to help overcome the stress of every day life. I like to use a strength based approach to help you meet your goals and to encourage you to see the best in yourself.
I have provided individual, family and group therapy as well as in home counseling for children and families for over 15 years.
Hi, I'm Dana, Do you feel stressed, tired, overwhelmed and sometimes feel you just need a break? Then you have come to right person. I am here to help you navigate this crazy world that we live in while supporting you and encouraging you to take care of yourself. I am here to be your biggest cheerleader and to help overcome the stress of every day life. I like to use a strength based approach to help you meet your goals and to encourage you to see the best in yourself.
(203) 457-8604 View (203) 457-8604
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A. Stephen Lanza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, DAPA
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
One of the areas only licensed and approved individual providers who can be utilized by defendants that are charged with a family violence offense (Section 22 of CT Public Act 15-211) as a part of resolving the pending criminal case in Connecticut.
My practice focuses on assisting individuals, couples, and families, experiencing a range of challenges in areas of interpersonal conflict, relationship transitions, divorce, post-divorce, remarriage, step- or blended-families, co-parenting, men & masculinity, and early intervention before issues become a crisis. With nearly 25 years of private practice experience combined with over 23 years of teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level in related areas, training in divorce law, and divorce mediation, my practice is well-suited to address the needs of those struggling with relationship challenges and those impacted by crisis.
One of the areas only licensed and approved individual providers who can be utilized by defendants that are charged with a family violence offense (Section 22 of CT Public Act 15-211) as a part of resolving the pending criminal case in Connecticut.
My practice focuses on assisting individuals, couples, and families, experiencing a range of challenges in areas of interpersonal conflict, relationship transitions, divorce, post-divorce, remarriage, step- or blended-families, co-parenting, men & masculinity, and early intervention before issues become a crisis. With nearly 25 years of private practice experience combined with over 23 years of teaching at the graduate and undergraduate level in related areas, training in divorce law, and divorce mediation, my practice is well-suited to address the needs of those struggling with relationship challenges and those impacted by crisis.
(203) 904-2016 View (203) 904-2016
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Kristen Connor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
Welcome! So happy to have you here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience treating a variety of populations and age ranges. I work primarily with adults, young adults and adolescents experiencing a range of diagnoses and challenges including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, adjustment disorder, trauma, grief, familial conflict, and various life transitions. I also have experience working with the LGBTQ+ population, as well as with couples and family psychotherapy, parent support and guidance, and academic consultation.
Welcome! So happy to have you here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience treating a variety of populations and age ranges. I work primarily with adults, young adults and adolescents experiencing a range of diagnoses and challenges including Bipolar disorder, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, adjustment disorder, trauma, grief, familial conflict, and various life transitions. I also have experience working with the LGBTQ+ population, as well as with couples and family psychotherapy, parent support and guidance, and academic consultation.
(475) 262-8240 View (475) 262-8240
Rebecca Bates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I strive to create a comfortable and safe environment for my clients to engage in the therapeutic process. I work to ensure your concerns are heard and will empower you as we navigate your challenges and work to strengthen your most meaningful relationships. Together we will assess what is contributing to your problems and develop healthy strategies for you to manage them and reach your goals.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist I strive to create a comfortable and safe environment for my clients to engage in the therapeutic process. I work to ensure your concerns are heard and will empower you as we navigate your challenges and work to strengthen your most meaningful relationships. Together we will assess what is contributing to your problems and develop healthy strategies for you to manage them and reach your goals.
(475) 252-4752 View (475) 252-4752
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Jennifer Guevara Bustillo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
Hi there, I’m Jennifer. Does life feel like a struggle? Overwhelming? Feels like too much? I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience. I’ve worked with children (ages 6-18) and their caregivers, individuals, and couples.
Hi there, I’m Jennifer. Does life feel like a struggle? Overwhelming? Feels like too much? I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 8 years of experience. I’ve worked with children (ages 6-18) and their caregivers, individuals, and couples.
(203) 601-6433 View (203) 601-6433
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Erika Halbert Procaccini
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, Psy, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
The stressors of life can negatively impact our health and happiness and our relationships. Finding the right therapist for you is an important first step in seeking help. I am a Licensed Associate Marriage & Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples and families including LBGTQ, step and blended families. My strength as a therapist is providing a safe, compassionate space to help my clients reach their therapeutic goals. I really enjoy working with couples and helping them improve communication and intimacy so that they can better navigate together challenges they face now and in the future.
The stressors of life can negatively impact our health and happiness and our relationships. Finding the right therapist for you is an important first step in seeking help. I am a Licensed Associate Marriage & Family Therapist who works with individuals, couples and families including LBGTQ, step and blended families. My strength as a therapist is providing a safe, compassionate space to help my clients reach their therapeutic goals. I really enjoy working with couples and helping them improve communication and intimacy so that they can better navigate together challenges they face now and in the future.
(203) 945-1129 View (203) 945-1129
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Melissa Austin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCATP
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
I also help individuals and couples with Relationship Issues, Stress Management, infidelity and Blended family issues,.
I work with individuals and couples. I am very passionate about what I do. It is my vocation to help people live peaceful and satisfying lives. There is no need for anyone to settle for less!
I also help individuals and couples with Relationship Issues, Stress Management, infidelity and Blended family issues,.
I work with individuals and couples. I am very passionate about what I do. It is my vocation to help people live peaceful and satisfying lives. There is no need for anyone to settle for less!
(203) 635-6007 View (203) 635-6007
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Christie Roche
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained specifically in relationship dynamics and my bicultural background provides me with insight to help my clients manage a range of issues. My mission is to help individuals, couples, and families restore balance and achieve a higher level of satisfaction in their lives. When working with me, you will find that I aim to create an atmosphere where all walks of life are welcome to discuss any troubles without fear of judgment or shame. My approach to therapy is one that incorporates compassion and empathy, while also leaving room for solution-focused strategies, when necessary.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained specifically in relationship dynamics and my bicultural background provides me with insight to help my clients manage a range of issues. My mission is to help individuals, couples, and families restore balance and achieve a higher level of satisfaction in their lives. When working with me, you will find that I aim to create an atmosphere where all walks of life are welcome to discuss any troubles without fear of judgment or shame. My approach to therapy is one that incorporates compassion and empathy, while also leaving room for solution-focused strategies, when necessary.
(203) 774-5324 View (203) 774-5324
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Beth Gaillard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
If you are dealing with difficult family, parenting, or relationship issues I am here to help.
Hi, I am Beth I am here to help you through your journey of starting or continuing in therapy. Dealing with difficult decisions can be overwhelming. Don't go through it alone.
If you are dealing with difficult family, parenting, or relationship issues I am here to help.
Hi, I am Beth I am here to help you through your journey of starting or continuing in therapy. Dealing with difficult decisions can be overwhelming. Don't go through it alone.
(203) 872-9306 View (203) 872-9306
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Maribel Nierenberg
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
I am skilled in working with adolescents and adults dealing with emotional dysregulation, anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. Experienced in individual as well as family psychotherapy.
I am skilled in working with adolescents and adults dealing with emotional dysregulation, anxiety, relationship issues, and depression. Experienced in individual as well as family psychotherapy.
(203) 496-8635 View (203) 496-8635
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Courtney Fyler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
I have experience treating children, adolescents and adults, supporting them in navigating complex family dynamics, supporting them in advocating for their needs, developing skills to manage.
Hello ! My name is Courtney and I am a license clinical social worker. I graduated from the University of Connecticut with my masters degree in social work in 2019. I work with people of all ages, however I have the most experience working with children and adolescents, as well as parents. As a social worker, I believe in working with my clients collaboratively to empower and support them in navigating change and difficult moments in their life. I specialize in strength-based and trauma informed approaches that allows us to focus on how to use your strengths to help you succeed in areas of your life.
I have experience treating children, adolescents and adults, supporting them in navigating complex family dynamics, supporting them in advocating for their needs, developing skills to manage.
Hello ! My name is Courtney and I am a license clinical social worker. I graduated from the University of Connecticut with my masters degree in social work in 2019. I work with people of all ages, however I have the most experience working with children and adolescents, as well as parents. As a social worker, I believe in working with my clients collaboratively to empower and support them in navigating change and difficult moments in their life. I specialize in strength-based and trauma informed approaches that allows us to focus on how to use your strengths to help you succeed in areas of your life.
(475) 471-1119 View (475) 471-1119
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Katherine Vaughan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
Katt Vaughan Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Population: families, couples, individuals and group therapy. therapeutic interventions and primary modes of therapeutic interventions include CBT/DBT with Gottman and Bowenian theory infuses.
Katt Vaughan Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Population: families, couples, individuals and group therapy. therapeutic interventions and primary modes of therapeutic interventions include CBT/DBT with Gottman and Bowenian theory infuses.
(817) 993-4299 View (817) 993-4299
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Elizabeth Chatel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
It makes sense that you may be feeling overwhelmed. The competing priorities of family/life/career can have your head spinning.If you feel like your most important relationships are suffering, reaching out to a therapist is the first step. I love to treat families as a whole, allowing for all of the different perspectives to weave together to form a much more complex picture of what is happening. However, I also believe that you can affect change in a relationship system through individual work.
It makes sense that you may be feeling overwhelmed. The competing priorities of family/life/career can have your head spinning.If you feel like your most important relationships are suffering, reaching out to a therapist is the first step. I love to treat families as a whole, allowing for all of the different perspectives to weave together to form a much more complex picture of what is happening. However, I also believe that you can affect change in a relationship system through individual work.
(203) 819-7386 View (203) 819-7386
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Sarah Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
Young adults who struggle with self-worth, anxiety, and a sense of self due to conflict with family of origin or adverse childhood experiences.
Are you experiencing a time of transition? Are you facing difficulty with a particular challenge that is impacting your mental health? Are you a person of faith seeking to incorporate your beliefs/spiritual practices in your mental health care plan? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, I want you to know that you do not have to manage your problems alone. As a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years in ministry, I look forward to creating a welcoming virtual space where you can address barriers and create goals for your mental health and well-being.
Young adults who struggle with self-worth, anxiety, and a sense of self due to conflict with family of origin or adverse childhood experiences.
Are you experiencing a time of transition? Are you facing difficulty with a particular challenge that is impacting your mental health? Are you a person of faith seeking to incorporate your beliefs/spiritual practices in your mental health care plan? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, I want you to know that you do not have to manage your problems alone. As a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years in ministry, I look forward to creating a welcoming virtual space where you can address barriers and create goals for your mental health and well-being.
(203) 916-4325 View (203) 916-4325
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Roody Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
The process of therapy is to bring about clarity during difficult situations and discover new ways of dealing with life's stressors. Using a collaborative, strength-based approach, my goal is to aid in self realization and develop strategies and plans to deal with life's obstacles in order to bring about positive change. I have a Masters in Psychology with a dual concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. I am licensed in the state of Connecticut as a professional counselor, and an addictions counselor.
The process of therapy is to bring about clarity during difficult situations and discover new ways of dealing with life's stressors. Using a collaborative, strength-based approach, my goal is to aid in self realization and develop strategies and plans to deal with life's obstacles in order to bring about positive change. I have a Masters in Psychology with a dual concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. I am licensed in the state of Connecticut as a professional counselor, and an addictions counselor.
(203) 350-7732 View (203) 350-7732
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Sonya C Klein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
I am a graduate of New York University School of Social Work with experience working in both schools and family practice clinics throughout the New York and Connecticut Metropolitan Area.
Sometimes life can fail to prepare you for the roadblocks that may lie ahead. Finding someone who can guide you to overcome these challenges with care and compassion doesn't have to be as difficult. My practice focuses on working with adolescents, young adults and families that have experienced interpersonal conflict, relationship transitions, individual and family trauma, exposure to domestic violence, school motivational struggles and cultural assimilation issues.
I am a graduate of New York University School of Social Work with experience working in both schools and family practice clinics throughout the New York and Connecticut Metropolitan Area.
Sometimes life can fail to prepare you for the roadblocks that may lie ahead. Finding someone who can guide you to overcome these challenges with care and compassion doesn't have to be as difficult. My practice focuses on working with adolescents, young adults and families that have experienced interpersonal conflict, relationship transitions, individual and family trauma, exposure to domestic violence, school motivational struggles and cultural assimilation issues.
(475) 234-4234 View (475) 234-4234
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.