Therapists in Connecticut

I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship based on respect and understanding is essential to making positive change and helping individuals gain new insight, a healthier perspective or perhaps more meaning in their lives. In order for an individual to reach their full potential, it is important to uncover reasons they may be "stuck" in unhealthy relationships, addictions, poor self-image or other negative situations or behaviors. Cumulative experience has provided a deeper understanding of how dysfunctional patterns, low self esteem, mental illness and addiction can have an impact on the individual as well as those around them.

Are you finding it hard to navigate feelings of depression or anxiety, a major life change, or difficult relationships (family/romantic/friendship)? Are you trying to leave behind painful parts of your past? Reaching out takes courage and you don't have to do this alone. I specialize in helping teens & adults with trauma recovery, depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-worth issues, identity exploration, relationships, and grief/loss. Together we will find tools to reduce your pain, address the root of your troubles, and help you to break free from patterns that aren't bringing you to the life you want to be living.

Hello! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist at Synergy Wellness, LLC. I am compassionately curious and use empathy and humor to help clients feel safe and accepted. As a therapist, I use components of experiential approaches such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, that put emotions and attachment theory at the forefront. I believe that all emotions play an important role in self-understanding, for they serve as messengers that often help uncover unmet needs. Identifying the origin of these primary emotions can help one to better understand themselves and how they are in relationships.

As your therapist, I want to be able to give my clients the freedom to be who they truly are and to work through the challenges in their lives. My goal is to help you heal through depression, grief, trauma, anxiety, abuse, and so much more with my assistance. I work with you in a collaborative manner and with a nonjudgmental attitude to support you in achieving your individual goals.

I use mindfulness & Internal Family Systems therapy to help clients resolve their underlying trauma and grief issues that get in the way of having fulfilling lives and relationships. I combine warmth and compassionate listening with teaching clients skills to learn to better manage their feelings, including anxiety and depression, while using breathing, body-centered, and other spiritual principles to help clients heal. Clients will learn to heal themselves and build more satisfying relationships and futures for themselves and their families. The techniques I use apply well to both children and adults to help clients deal with adverse behaviors and addictions.

Accepting new Individual patients in November 2023 (adults 21+ for daytime appointments only)..not accepting any couples or families at this time (full). If you are personally struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, work stress or if you want to work on your own unproductive interactions within relationships; therapy may help! For 30 years I've helped patients navigate life stressors. I am compassionate & direct. My Professional & Life Experience do count. I have been a therapist for over 30 years, married for 40+ years, raised a family, navigated divorce with loved ones & have helped patients navigate this difficult time.

Do you feel stuck in your life? Have you felt unseen or unheard? Are you finding it difficult to cope with grief, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, or spiritual or religious issues? It is my passion to help my clients from a place of true acceptance, curiosity, and respect. In our first session, my priority will be to learn what it is you are looking for in psychotherapy, to listen to any part of your story you are comfortable sharing with me, and to decide with you how we can best move forward to help, support, and heal you.

Accepting New Clients.. Whether you've experienced grief & loss recently or long ago, it may still have significant impact on your current functioning. Grief is a reaction to loss and is a response to losing someone due to death, break up, life transition, or even family secrets. When grief is not addressed, it may show up in various ways within your life. You may experience increased difficulties tending to activities of daily living, challenges in regulating emotions, or inability to feel present in your life all due to intense and deep pain following a loss.

Life can bring forth a multitude of challenging circumstances which frequently lead to sensations of chronic stress, worry, panic and burnout. Failure to address these emotions can potentially contribute to a range of ailments such as depression, anxiety disorders and pain. As a clinical counselor my primary focus lies in promoting comprehensive mental health and well-being, while assisting adult individuals who are grappling with stress, burnout, anxiety, and grief & loss.

I'm a proud Puerto Rican Latina, deeply influenced by my cultural heritage which shapes my values and identity. My upbringing has fostered empathy and a keen awareness of diverse challenges, enhancing my ability to connect and provide culturally sensitive care in my social work practice. As a first-generation college graduate passionate about social work, I aim to empower individuals through psychotherapy, supervision, and education, focusing on overcoming obstacles and realizing their potential.

Clients who have worked with me have often struggled from painful experiences that have led to struggling with substances, relationships, and with their mood. Together we have worked towards the ultimate goal of getting a sense of agency back to feel flexible and resilient with whatever life brings next allowing yourself to feel connected to life as it is happening.

*Please e-mail me to inquire as I have limited availability.*I work with young adults, adolescents, children, families, couples, and adults. I specialize in grief/loss, family systems, life transitions, anxiety, substance abuse, and depression. I can help family members learn to create, implement, and maintain healthy boundaries in these difficult situations. If you are looking to set healthier boundaries, improve the quality of your relationships, decrease negative self-talk, and increase self-awareness, we may be a good fit!

Sometimes when life throws us a curve ball, or when we are dealing with a more chronic, ongoing challenge, talking to a therapist can help us see our inner strengths and abilities which can help us successfully navigate through these challenging times. A good therapeutic relationship, one that allows us to be fully ourselves while recognizing our unique potential, creates the optimal conditions for healing. I provide a place where you can feel safe to explore your most difficult feelings, to resolve grief and loss, heal childhood wounds, improve communication, increase self-esteem and develop more satisfying relationships.

Is this the time in your life that you want to make a change but uncertain where to start? Maybe you are a caregiver to a loved one who had a long illness, experienced a trauma, or perhaps you are just trying to figure out your next step. Choosing to come to therapy for many isn't easy, but you are in safe hands. I applaud your courage because you have decided to begin your journey to self-discovery. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Board Certified Counselor and Certified in Grief Recovery Method with many years of experience providing mental health and substance abuse therapy to adults of all age.

Recognizing you need support or that something needs to shift in your life is truly brave. I’m deeply committed to building a collaborative relationship with my clients. I meet you where you’re at, provide a safe space to process feelings and experiences, and help you discover your path to heal and thrive. I work from a person-centered, strength-based approach & believe that building trust within the therapeutic relationship is an important piece to successful therapy. My therapy style is eclectic, I incorporate different treatment styles to meet your unique needs. No two people are the same, therefore therapy should reflect this.

The life you had is gone. You've lost someone or something that was important to you. Whether through a death, betrayal, the loss of a relationship or lifestyle, you are forever changed. You are not sure how to move forward. In addition to feeling overwhelmed by sadness and/or guilt, you may be anxious about your future, what it will look like, and the steps you need to take.

In working with me, my hope is that you will feel cared for, seen and understood. My style is warm and empathetic, but I am also very direct and solution-focused. My initial career in the theatre, ignited my interest in what both motivates and challenges us as human beings. Personal loss of great magnitude inspired a new career path for me, helping others navigate change, life transitions, and move toward personal growth and satisfaction in their lives. I love when clients gain self-awareness, improve their interpersonal relationships, reduce or eliminate stress and anxiety, and identify and actualize their goals.

My clients find their way to me when motivated to make a change or needing assistance in navigating the full complexity of life's stressors. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, life transitions, grief & loss, and care and support for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Ready to punch the next person who says “Everything happens for a reason” or “Time heals all wounds”? You know that none of us make it to adulthood without experiencing loss. Everyone is grieving something. But it doesn't stop the crushing weight in your chest first thing in the morning. It also feels like snapping at your kids when you don’t mean to, being extra clumsy, exhausted, numb, or nursing a pervasive brain fog. The grief comes in waves; battering you, crashing into you, knocking you breathless to your knees. You may not see how yet but you will get through this, and I’m here as your guide and support along the way.