Welcome! I am open and affirming to all adults. My office is physically challenged accessible, as I believe all should have equal opportunities. I practice Holistic Psychotherapy, helping you connect your past events to your present day behaviors, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helping you turn your negative thoughts into positive ones, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy, which helps you accept the present moment for what it is. Talk Therapy is also important to purge our feelings in a safe space, while learning strategies. I also offer Spiritual counseling for those struggling in the awakening process.

My belief is in whole heart healing...that is, healing of the mind, body and soul. I believe that people have the tools to help heal themselves, but with all of the toxic energy that is around us, those tools get buried or are forgotten. I like to see myself as a conduit for the person's change, evolution and healing. The way I work with clients is to help them find those tools within themselves-teach them new ways to use them in order to become healthy and stay healthy. I work with couples and individuals with a focus on women and women's issues.

I have been treating families, couples, individuals and children for over 20 years. I enjoy working with families in transition, including divorce and blended families. I have experience in treating people with depression and anxiety as well.

It can feel overwhelming to find a therapist. These are particularly stressful times and you don't have to navigate it alone. We can all grow from the pain and challenges we face. Together we will work on identifying your goals and improving your quality of life. Therapy will be tailored to you. I look forward to being a part of your journey.

Congratulations on taking a step towards change and feeling better! I have had the honor of working with individuals, couples and families in residential and outpatient settings and have witnessed people change and reach unique and individualized goals. I use a variety of techniques such as experiential, CBT, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt and psychoeducational modalities. I use EMDR to help clients recover from traumatic, disturbing and shame-based memories. I help clients find the motivation to change their unsatisfying patterns by empowering them to identify, express and prioritize needs and to stay focused on their goals.

As a certified hypnotherapist I have the pleasure of helping people achieve goals that previously have been elusive. People of all ages can benefit from hypnosis, from very young children to the elderly. Almost everyone is familiar with the use of hypnosis to quit smoking but all situations, from anxiety relief, weight control, pain management, addictions, autoimmune disorders to childbirth can be improved with hypnotherapy. Since our sessions are totally relaxing, clients enjoy being hypnotized and find it a pleasant way to bring about changes in their lives.

My practice focuses on helping people feel empowered and gain a sense of clarity, direction and self care.I use a holistic approach incorporating mindfulness-based interventions and wellness strategies. My style is person-centered, compassionate, supportive and upbeat and encourages self reflection, motivation and insight.Clients learn to touch hidden areas within themselves and develop a greater sense of meaning and resilience.

I am committed and passionate about my work in helping others reach their full potential. I am trained to work with couples, families and individuals. I have experience in helping couples work through issues of infidelity, betrayal, intimacy, and conflict resolution. I help couples identify their relationship identity through honest communication and vulnerability. I believe in the power of all relationships and how it affects the quality of our lives. When working with individuals I use a systemic lens, in which I see the individual in the context of their relationships, major life events, ethnicity, culture, religion & sexuality.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with experience in both individual and family therapy. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults in a variety of settings including outpatient and residential facilities. I come from a client-centered, strengths-based approach. I understand that each individual and family have unique needs and therefore utilize what I learn about each client to determine the techniques that would prove most effective in creating the desired outcome.

You’ve come here with an important insight: that your current ways of managing life may not be serving anymore, and you want to find a new path forward. This is an awesome first step – welcome! Whether your awareness comes in the wake of loss and trauma, adjusting to life as a parent, or a time of transition – I am here for you. My mission is to provide compassionate telehealth services so that you may live authentically, finding healing and balance.

NOW OFFERING TELEHEALTH (remote video sessions) I have been immersed in the field of marriage and family therapy for 20+ years. I have extensive experience with families, couples, adolescents, and individual work. My expertise is in family therapy. Life is hard and having a great therapist to help you through the transitions is so valuable. We all need a great therapist!!!!!

I provide developmentally appropriate therapy services for children within a play therapy framework. I incorporate a mindfulness approach and bring a holistic perspective to every situation. Anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as understanding and communicating feelings are my areas of specialty. Parenting workshops offer ways to strengthen family relationships. In addition, I offer individual psychotherapy for adults with a focus on a deeper understanding of challenging emotions in our lives. My approach is eclectic and I take the time to tune in to the sensitivities as well as to the strengths unique to every client.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice in Avon, CT, convenient to West Hartford, Simsbury, Canton and surrounding areas. I work with adults, teens, couples and families, to help them feel better in their lives, their relationships and about themselves. I offer you a place to heal, grow and create new patterns of thinking and behavior; an opportunity to sort through issues in life that feel cumbersome and to find a path toward wellness. Common issues include life adjustments, self-esteem/relationships, depression/anxiety, family challenges, grief and loss, food/weight/body concerns and resolving trauma.

Are you feeling anxious, angry, depressed, stressed, stuck, alone or misunderstood? Stressed by the impact of the Corona virus pandemic? Whether it's about loss, trauma, job, partner, school, friendships, children or aging parents, working with a psychologist can help. In the therapy process you can learn coping skills, safely express feelings, make changes and take action toward the kind of life you want. I offer consultation and therapy both in the office and through secure videoconferencing. I am licensed and accepting patients in CT, GA, and FL. For more information, visit my website at richardshapirophd.com.

My role is to help guide you through your current life challenges. We will work to build a therapeutic relationship that will allow me to offer insight and tools to bring healing and balance back into your life. I am well versed in collaborating with children, teens and adults experiencing a wide range of challenges.

I specialize in working with youth, adolescents, adults and families struggling with an array of mental health needs and relational impairments related to trauma, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, addiction, anger/aggression, family discord, defiance/non-compliance, interpersonal conflict, life transitions, self-esteem, motivation, and spirituality. I am committed to providing my clients with a safe space to explore their inner experience(s) and the impact it has on their current functioning and overall well-being.

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.

The Behavioral Health Center has been providing exceptional quality comprehensive assessment and treatment services in Middlebury and the surrounding towns for the past 14 years. We are pleased to add the additional location of Shelton. The scope of these services include: Assessment, diagnosis, treatment and medication management for the full range of behavioral, emotional, mental health, educational and social difficulties, and disorders. The multi-disciplinary team of the Behavioral Health Center is capable of servicing the therapeutic and educational needs of children through adulthood in a variety of treatment modalities.

I am an experienced, licensed clinical social worker who has been in private practice since 1998. I work in partnership with the children, adolescents, and families I serve to achieve measurable results. I treat a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns including depression, anxiety, and struggles with peer and family relationships. I provide a warm and caring environment for my clients. My office is located in downtown Fairfield, CT.