Gina Chiara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
495 West Avon Road, Avon, CT 06001
Not accepting new clients
Let's Connect (860) 516-0619

A strong and trusting client-therapist relationship is the key to successful therapy. My clients tell me I am non-judgmental, trustworthy and have helped them tremendously. I am sensitive to people's unique personalities, stressors and pace, so I work according to your needs. I have a lot of experience working with people who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self- esteem, distractibility, phobias and obsessions. These symptoms are often the result of negative or traumatic experiences which, can rewire the brain, making it hard to cope.
One of the therapies I am skilled in is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) which rewires the brain and restores it to balance. People can then heal deep wounds and rebuild their lives.
The goal of therapy is not to change you, but to build awareness, acceptance, and ultimately empowerment to realize your full potential. You may be scared, hesitant or have lost hope, but I encourage you to call, so we can work together on your journey to a better life.
Call or Email Gina Chiara now for a free 15 minute consultation - (860) 516-0619
Let's Connect (860) 516-0619

Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ConnectiCare
- Harvard Pilgrim
- HealthyCT
- HUSKY Health
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Optum
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Gina Chiara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (860) 516-0619
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Connecticut / 007198 Gina Chiara
- In Practice for 12 years
- Attended UConn School of Social Work , MSW, Graduated 2007
Education and Years In Practice
Gina Chiara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (860) 516-0619
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Hoarding
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
Gina Chiara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (860) 516-0619
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Single Parent
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Family Systems
- Psychodynamic
Gina Chiara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (860) 516-0619
Location
Additional Location
4 Clover Court
Avon, CT 06001
(860) 516-0619