Therapists in Norwalk, CT
Lisa Colvin, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06855
It takes tremendous courage to ask for help and to address intense emotions during therapy. I provide a safe and comfortable space for you to begin this powerful and healing journey. I am a fully trained EMDR therapist and specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, and mood disorders. My training as a family therapist enables me to provide additional support and guidance to family members throughout their loved one's treatment process.
It takes tremendous courage to ask for help and to address intense emotions during therapy. I provide a safe and comfortable space for you to begin this powerful and healing journey. I am a fully trained EMDR therapist and specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, and mood disorders. My training as a family therapist enables me to provide additional support and guidance to family members throughout their loved one's treatment process.
Alexandra (Lexi) V Bosee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RYT200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851
Current openings M, T, W. I am a passionate therapist who believes in being the vehicle for change for the families, individuals and groups I work with. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health. Family involvement is crucial in implementing long term change. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who struggle with eating disorders, substance abuse, relational problems, mood disorders and anxiety disorders. I love working with people transitioning to becoming a mom. Additionally, I am a mom, yoga teacher, previously a school counselor and world traveler. I have been working in the field for 12+ years.
Current openings M, T, W. I am a passionate therapist who believes in being the vehicle for change for the families, individuals and groups I work with. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health. Family involvement is crucial in implementing long term change. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults who struggle with eating disorders, substance abuse, relational problems, mood disorders and anxiety disorders. I love working with people transitioning to becoming a mom. Additionally, I am a mom, yoga teacher, previously a school counselor and world traveler. I have been working in the field for 12+ years.
Nicole A. Grywalski, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06850
I have most recently been trained in Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I specialize in providing individual and family therapy to adolescents and young adults who struggle with mental health and/or addiction issues. My therapy approach is strengths based and client focused, allowing you to feel empowered and ultimately feeling more in control of your emotions, behaviors and life decisions.
I have most recently been trained in Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I specialize in providing individual and family therapy to adolescents and young adults who struggle with mental health and/or addiction issues. My therapy approach is strengths based and client focused, allowing you to feel empowered and ultimately feeling more in control of your emotions, behaviors and life decisions.
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.
Suzanne Gabriele-Couples, Individuals, Divorce
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851
My experience includes working in the court system as a Family Relations counselor, custody evaluations, divorce mediation, co-parenting counseling, divorce coaching and couples therapy, including affairs and trauma.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and former CSSD Family Relations Counselor who works with individuals, couples, and families. I believe therapy can offer relief and hope for whatever it is you may be struggling with. I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic environment for clients in order to foster self-exploration without judgment. My techniques include EMDR (most effective treatment for trauma), Gottman couples therapy, EFT for couples and DBT/CBT. I can help to navigate through all aspects of divorce. I also offer pet assisted therapy with my certified therapy dog, Gracie.
My experience includes working in the court system as a Family Relations counselor, custody evaluations, divorce mediation, co-parenting counseling, divorce coaching and couples therapy, including affairs and trauma.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and former CSSD Family Relations Counselor who works with individuals, couples, and families. I believe therapy can offer relief and hope for whatever it is you may be struggling with. I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic environment for clients in order to foster self-exploration without judgment. My techniques include EMDR (most effective treatment for trauma), Gottman couples therapy, EFT for couples and DBT/CBT. I can help to navigate through all aspects of divorce. I also offer pet assisted therapy with my certified therapy dog, Gracie.
Lisa Mandelman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851 (Online Only)
They say that life should have purpose, and for the past 25 years working as a Marriage and Family Therapist has been mine. My approach is eclectic because everyone is an individual so my work is tailored to you and your specific needs, though I do practice cognitive behavioral therapy (what you think is what you feel) solution focused therapy and a holistic approach of mind, body and spirit teaching proper nutrition (certified weight management specialist) and yoga (certified yoga instructor) as a form of spirituality helping you to get centered and find balance in this hectic world of responsibilities and stressors.
They say that life should have purpose, and for the past 25 years working as a Marriage and Family Therapist has been mine. My approach is eclectic because everyone is an individual so my work is tailored to you and your specific needs, though I do practice cognitive behavioral therapy (what you think is what you feel) solution focused therapy and a holistic approach of mind, body and spirit teaching proper nutrition (certified weight management specialist) and yoga (certified yoga instructor) as a form of spirituality helping you to get centered and find balance in this hectic world of responsibilities and stressors.
Lauren Cooper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Life can be challenging and it can be even more difficult to identify how to make changes. I utilize an eclectic approach to guide you through your own process at your own pace. I focus on helping individuals navigate through life changes or hardships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating children, adolescents, and adults. My background includes working with individuals in a variety of settings who experience depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, substance use, family stressors, and more.
Do you find yourself feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Life can be challenging and it can be even more difficult to identify how to make changes. I utilize an eclectic approach to guide you through your own process at your own pace. I focus on helping individuals navigate through life changes or hardships. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating children, adolescents, and adults. My background includes working with individuals in a variety of settings who experience depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, substance use, family stressors, and more.
Christiane Kinseley Ms Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
Please note that I typically treat intricate cases that require therapy, as well as case management, family care, behavior modification, as well as consistent contact with other necessary providers such as psychiatrists, nutritionists, gynocologists, therapists of other orientations and medical providers (this includes the treatment of Diabulimia).
Please Note: I am now accepting Husky/Medicaid! The objective of my practice is to provide a dynamic transition solution, which bridges clinical and psycho-educational approaches in an effort to optimize your potential to experience recovery as both attainable and sustainable. By creating an integrated model, drawn from multiple recovery communities and orientations, I am in the unique position to provide support and planning for individuals transitioning through the recovery process. By individually tailoring your therapeutic work and maintaining consistent contact, I can assist you in creating a healthy ability to independently navigate through the wide range of all of your daily living activities.
Please note that I typically treat intricate cases that require therapy, as well as case management, family care, behavior modification, as well as consistent contact with other necessary providers such as psychiatrists, nutritionists, gynocologists, therapists of other orientations and medical providers (this includes the treatment of Diabulimia).
Please Note: I am now accepting Husky/Medicaid! The objective of my practice is to provide a dynamic transition solution, which bridges clinical and psycho-educational approaches in an effort to optimize your potential to experience recovery as both attainable and sustainable. By creating an integrated model, drawn from multiple recovery communities and orientations, I am in the unique position to provide support and planning for individuals transitioning through the recovery process. By individually tailoring your therapeutic work and maintaining consistent contact, I can assist you in creating a healthy ability to independently navigate through the wide range of all of your daily living activities.
With a team effort between the client and myself, I offer individual, couples, and family therapy services.
Relationships, friendships, transitions-and just being-can be a struggle at times. Through a holistic, multi-systemic approach, I want to help you work through these challenges. I have more than a decade of experience, working in a hospital setting and outpatient behavioral health settings, treating depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders (my specialty).
With a team effort between the client and myself, I offer individual, couples, and family therapy services.
Relationships, friendships, transitions-and just being-can be a struggle at times. Through a holistic, multi-systemic approach, I want to help you work through these challenges. I have more than a decade of experience, working in a hospital setting and outpatient behavioral health settings, treating depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders (my specialty).
GJ Harbilas Counseling, LLC , CMHS
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DARC, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
If appropriate, spouses and family counseling my be asked to be involved, if indicated but that is always allowed by your agreement.
Much of my practice technique works to restore self esteem and dignity which are problems as a result of trauma and addiction. My personal experience is conducive to the work that takes place. I create a positive therapeutic alliance that is safe, and confidential. Addictions are treatable. Everyone can get sober, and in doing so you can live a "Quality of Life" that you deserve. Make the call and we can discuss your situation, confidentially and together make a plan to get; "Clean and Sober ". My promise to you that we can make it affordable.
If appropriate, spouses and family counseling my be asked to be involved, if indicated but that is always allowed by your agreement.
Much of my practice technique works to restore self esteem and dignity which are problems as a result of trauma and addiction. My personal experience is conducive to the work that takes place. I create a positive therapeutic alliance that is safe, and confidential. Addictions are treatable. Everyone can get sober, and in doing so you can live a "Quality of Life" that you deserve. Make the call and we can discuss your situation, confidentially and together make a plan to get; "Clean and Sober ". My promise to you that we can make it affordable.
I focus on conflict resolution and help individuals with narcissism among family members.
As a licensed psychotherapist I help clients build healthy relationships in multiple aspects of their lives. My approach is grounded in personal values and integrity. A solutions focused approach combines my clinical education, experience in private practice and extensive corporate background. We create a non judgmental atmosphere to achieve your individual long and short term goals. Together we identify patterns that may prevent you from moving forward. As individuals, we are capable of great growth and change. My goal is to help you create positive change so you may experience a more balanced, joyful life.
I focus on conflict resolution and help individuals with narcissism among family members.
As a licensed psychotherapist I help clients build healthy relationships in multiple aspects of their lives. My approach is grounded in personal values and integrity. A solutions focused approach combines my clinical education, experience in private practice and extensive corporate background. We create a non judgmental atmosphere to achieve your individual long and short term goals. Together we identify patterns that may prevent you from moving forward. As individuals, we are capable of great growth and change. My goal is to help you create positive change so you may experience a more balanced, joyful life.
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Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again, and expecting different results. Many of our pitfalls, our "relapses" in behavior, are related to maladaptive patterns with family or intimate partners. Our work in therapy is to understand these patterns and learn how to change them. If depression is dwelling in the past, and anxiety is living in the future, our therapeutic goal is to live in the present, towards a more authentic and mindful reality.
Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again, and expecting different results. Many of our pitfalls, our "relapses" in behavior, are related to maladaptive patterns with family or intimate partners. Our work in therapy is to understand these patterns and learn how to change them. If depression is dwelling in the past, and anxiety is living in the future, our therapeutic goal is to live in the present, towards a more authentic and mindful reality.
I often use mindfulness based strategies, including AEDP (an attachment-based theory) and IFS (Internal Family Systems), and interpersonal relational work.
I am so proud of you for starting this process of looking for a therapist for your self or someone you love. It takes tremendous courage to begin. I am a psychotherapist who believes strongly in the power of the therapeutic relationship, which can allow healing to take place. I work with individuals in adulthood and believe that therapy should be tailored to each individual. I meet with a wide variety of clients, including those with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting and relational concerns, anger management, addictions and low self esteem.
I often use mindfulness based strategies, including AEDP (an attachment-based theory) and IFS (Internal Family Systems), and interpersonal relational work.
I am so proud of you for starting this process of looking for a therapist for your self or someone you love. It takes tremendous courage to begin. I am a psychotherapist who believes strongly in the power of the therapeutic relationship, which can allow healing to take place. I work with individuals in adulthood and believe that therapy should be tailored to each individual. I meet with a wide variety of clients, including those with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting and relational concerns, anger management, addictions and low self esteem.
Liliana's Practice, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850 (Online Only)
I use insight-oriented therapy and Internal Family Systems therapy to help you understand yourself and your parts, and heal emotional wounds.
There are 3 clinicians in the practice: Liljana Kaci, LCSW, Elisabeth Oldmixon, LMSW, and Randi Shamitz, LPC-A. Elisabeth (www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/elisabeth-oldmixon-raleigh-nc/1219158) is taking new telehealth clients. At this time, Randi and Liljana have waiting lists. Liljana's full profile is below.
I use insight-oriented therapy and Internal Family Systems therapy to help you understand yourself and your parts, and heal emotional wounds.
There are 3 clinicians in the practice: Liljana Kaci, LCSW, Elisabeth Oldmixon, LMSW, and Randi Shamitz, LPC-A. Elisabeth (www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/elisabeth-oldmixon-raleigh-nc/1219158) is taking new telehealth clients. At this time, Randi and Liljana have waiting lists. Liljana's full profile is below.
Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06852
I am trained in a few different modalities including Internal Family Systems (level 2), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Clinical Hypnosis (level 1) as well psychopathology and the therapeutic relationship.
I approach therapy from the perspective of wanting to understand what it would mean for you as my client to have a meaningful life, and what is currently blocking that. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, so I work together with my clients to discover the internal strength and healing they already hold inside, even if they do not know it yet.
I am trained in a few different modalities including Internal Family Systems (level 2), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and Clinical Hypnosis (level 1) as well psychopathology and the therapeutic relationship.
I approach therapy from the perspective of wanting to understand what it would mean for you as my client to have a meaningful life, and what is currently blocking that. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, so I work together with my clients to discover the internal strength and healing they already hold inside, even if they do not know it yet.
We at ELM Outreach Services LLC are here to support and encourage you and your family when the need arises.
I have extensive experience working with individuals, children and families in the areas of risk and safety! In addition to assessing protector factors within the community to help improve overall well-being regarding individual/ family needs, various living situations or maintaining family relationships.
We at ELM Outreach Services LLC are here to support and encourage you and your family when the need arises.
I have extensive experience working with individuals, children and families in the areas of risk and safety! In addition to assessing protector factors within the community to help improve overall well-being regarding individual/ family needs, various living situations or maintaining family relationships.
With more than 35 years of experience in a variety of settings and post graduate certificates in Marriage and Family Therapy; Palliative and End of Life Care, as well as Spirituality and Social Work, I have the background to help most people struggling with a variety of issues.
I believe in starting where you are and helping you find your path to healing, success, and recovery. I have extensive experience working with all populations successfully. Life can be tough – but you can be tougher! My work with clients is client centered and goal directed. My therapy style is eclectic. I integrate all different types of therapies, including but not limited to: CBT, DBT, Exposure, Mindfulness, Strategic, Solution-Focused, MI, psychodynamic, and person-centered.
With more than 35 years of experience in a variety of settings and post graduate certificates in Marriage and Family Therapy; Palliative and End of Life Care, as well as Spirituality and Social Work, I have the background to help most people struggling with a variety of issues.
I believe in starting where you are and helping you find your path to healing, success, and recovery. I have extensive experience working with all populations successfully. Life can be tough – but you can be tougher! My work with clients is client centered and goal directed. My therapy style is eclectic. I integrate all different types of therapies, including but not limited to: CBT, DBT, Exposure, Mindfulness, Strategic, Solution-Focused, MI, psychodynamic, and person-centered.
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Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
Is anxiety or depression controlling your life? Do you have goals you want to accomplish but find it difficult to get out of bed? Has your life changed suddenly and left you in a state of panic? Are you encountering parenting challenges? Struggling with mental health, family difficulties, and life transitions can keep you from experiencing joy. You want to loosen the grip mental illness and stress has on your life but don’t know where to start.You don’t have to struggle alone. Working with a therapist can help move you toward wellness so you can crush your goals.
Is anxiety or depression controlling your life? Do you have goals you want to accomplish but find it difficult to get out of bed? Has your life changed suddenly and left you in a state of panic? Are you encountering parenting challenges? Struggling with mental health, family difficulties, and life transitions can keep you from experiencing joy. You want to loosen the grip mental illness and stress has on your life but don’t know where to start.You don’t have to struggle alone. Working with a therapist can help move you toward wellness so you can crush your goals.
Nova Lux Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MD, PhD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851
Providing Individual, Couples and Family Counseling.
Nova Lux Counseling works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from traditional therapy from depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of the clients' individual needs.
Providing Individual, Couples and Family Counseling.
Nova Lux Counseling works with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from traditional therapy from depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, we offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of the clients' individual needs.
Our therapists have many different skills and specialties ranging from anxiety, depression, gender issues, sexuality, marriage/couples counseling, family therapy, eating disorders, mood disorders, grief/loss, trauma and EMDR, just to name a few!.
Ellie provides mental health services for all ages. Offering individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. We have an amazing team of therapists to meet the needs of a wide variety of mental health needs with decades of experience in the field. We have a brand new cozy office space situated in the heart of Fairfield, Connecticut. Whether it is your first experience with therapy, or you've had services in the past, we welcome you to Ellie and can't wait to get started.
Our therapists have many different skills and specialties ranging from anxiety, depression, gender issues, sexuality, marriage/couples counseling, family therapy, eating disorders, mood disorders, grief/loss, trauma and EMDR, just to name a few!.
Ellie provides mental health services for all ages. Offering individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. We have an amazing team of therapists to meet the needs of a wide variety of mental health needs with decades of experience in the field. We have a brand new cozy office space situated in the heart of Fairfield, Connecticut. Whether it is your first experience with therapy, or you've had services in the past, we welcome you to Ellie and can't wait to get started.
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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.