Positive Psychology Therapists in Connecticut

I specialize in Female and Female Identifying empowerment and liberation. I'm a holistic counselor who employs positive psychology to help you make room for difficult emotions, deal with trauma, manage stress and help you live the life you want. In my therapy room you'll experience a caring approach focusing on your healing and empowerment. LGBTQAI+ (and non labeling) clients work with me to improve their lives from a place of strength. I'm listed as a mental health provider through True Colors, Sexual Minority Youth & Family Services, Connecticut.

I take a strengths based, positive psychology approach in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, life adjustments and stress. I am here to assist and empower you to be your best self.

Are you looking for change? Are you committed to make it happen? Do you need some direction and guidance? I can help you. I offer televideo therapy sessions. I am convinced that we all have the capacity to continue learning and growing for as long as we live, including that of making difficult personal changes. Working together, you and I can turn your obstacles into opportunities so you can thrive in this challenging world we live in. My passion for helping extends outside my office to the University of Bridgeport; where, as a Psychology Professor, I am privileged and grateful to teach and give back to our next generation.

Has your child failed to connect with other mental health providers? I am a licensed clinical psychologist with an exclusive focus on children, adolescents, young adults and their families. I excel at developing a rapport with this age group which lays the groundwork for a positive therapeutic relationship. Treatment specialties include anxiety, depression, stress, underachievement, relationships, school refusal, divorce, OCD, suicidal ideation/self-harm, Autism, Eating Disorders, bullying, and grief/loss.

Life can be unpredictable at times. We can get thrown off and begin to feel an overwhelming sense of nervousness or sadness. Everyone goes through seasons of life that are more challenging than others. Working through some of these concerns with a caring professional can help find solutions, improve self and strengthen relationships. I have specialize in working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, work difficulties, and parenting.

I believe within each of us is a powerful energy we can use to expand our lives. In moving beyond our limiting beliefs and the places where we get stuck, we open to our potential. Learning to manage our thoughts and emotions consciously, from a place of alignment with our values, allows us to identify and express the best version of us more consistently. It is just a matter of time before our external world begins reflecting these internal changes.

***At this time, I have limited availability during the day *** As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach, I provide confidential psychotherapy and coaching services to individuals seeking improvement with the quality and content of their life. Compassion and unconditional positive regard form the core of my relationship with each and every client. I believe that each person is inherently strong and holds the key to create the personal change desired. It is my job and privilege to provide the tools, support and encouragement for change and growth to occur.

I have experience working with children, adults, teens, adolescents, and families who have experienced substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health diagnoses. I want to help empower my clients to be the best version of themselves they can be. I offer my clients a safe non-judgmental space to work at their own pace and according to each individual's specific needs. I love to incorporate my clients hobbies into the sessions including but not limited to drawing, playing video games, and crafting.

Are you looking for a supportive space to work through your lived experiences, address concerns you have and heal? I work with a broad spectrum of clients who experience struggles with trauma, sexuality and gender issues. These topics can impact life for long periods of time and can leave you feeling alone, confused or somehow not "good enough." I strive to cultivate personalized methodologies that empower you to reclaim your authentic self in mind, body and spirit. It is my core belief that all individuals deserve quality, affirming care and a nonjudgmental space to address their needs.

By coming to Psychology Today you have taken the next step in resolving what is bothering you. As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I know that it can be overwhelming, frightening, and confusing when you find that you have challenges that you cannot handle on your own. But the good news is that seeking therapy is the right decision! We will collaboratively explore your thoughts and emotions, change unhealthy patterns, and help you find answers that will not only help you now but in the future as well.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS for TELEHEALTH. I'm a LCSW and owner of Rising Up Counseling, LLC in Wallingford. Therapy can be a difficult first step but I strive to make sessions a safe and secure experience so that true healing can happen. I have over 17 years of experience in the healthcare field working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience is in helping people of ALL ages who struggle with anxiety, grief, depression, interpersonal relationships, bullying, postpartum, life transitions or other life stressors. I'm skilled in CBT, DBT, anger management as well as life coaching strategies and concepts of positive psychology.

I love to support people who see themselves as a spiritual being having a human experience. Any settling for less in your life is just a mirror for issues of self-worth. I will assist you in releasing any past trauma which often results in negative beliefs. I use trauma release techniques such as EMDR and EFT. I believe that everyone comes gifted with their own intuitive pathways. I will reinforce your understanding of your own inner truth. You are meant to enjoy the journey of life! I will help you to find greater happiness by having a discipline of positive believing, centering mindfulness practices and action goals.

I work with individual adults, age 21-64, in both CT and MA, over a wide spectrum of clinical issues including, anxiety, depression, ADHD, career counseling, life transitions, skill building, relationships, sexual orientation, gender identity, grief, self-esteem, stress management, presentation anxiety and self-care. My areas of expertise and passion include, building/expanding tools for managing your anxiety and depression, life transitions, career change/advancement, the LGBTQIA+ community, and the specific issues that executives, health care professionals and graduate/professional students face.

I am a practicing LCSW in Connecticut with a background in psychology and sociology. My experience includes working with children and adults focusing on depression, anxiety, trauma, and men's issues. My practice is accepting and welcoming to all cultures, genders, sexualities, faith, and other walks of life.

So you’re taking steps to improve your mental health. Good for you! Therapy is not “one size fits all”. I meet my clients where they are at and help them reach their goals in a way that is natural to them. I provide a safe, judgement-free (virtual) space where you can get the support you need to improve your life. While my approach to counseling is unique to each client’s needs, I generally incorporate many positive psychology principles. Rather than focusing solely on areas of weakness and unhappiness, I help clients maximize their strengths and recognize areas of joy in their lives.

Get to know Brittney LaBonte LPC Brittney is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Colorado Christian University. Brittney has a 10-year certified background in alternative healing techniques such as spiritual healing, yoga, reiki, meditation, and mindfulness. She brings a positive and nurturing approach to her counseling style allowing clients to feel safe and explore their struggles. Brittney guides her clients to identify their worth, cultivate resiliency, develop emotional regulation and practice mindfulness.

Ready to begin your journey? Mind And Heart Coaching provides lectures, workshops and one-on-one sessions that are motivating, as well as goal-oriented. The focus of Mind And Heart Coaching is about moving forward with positivity. The Mind And Heart Coaching message is future-oriented, utilizing many strategies based in Positive Psychology and a "Growth Mindset". Dr. Kelly will create a motivating workshop, lecture, or session package to foster successful strategies in communication, coping response, productivity, and positive transformation through life passages. Services offered are coaching, skill-building, and educational rather than traditional therapy.

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of children, teens, and adults who are dealing with issues including anxiety, depression, conflictual relationships, trauma, and difficult life transitions. I have over 3 decades of experience working in a variety of settings. I also consult for magazines and other forms of media. By far, working with clients in therapy is my biggest honor. I work from a positive psychology approach and focus on strengths. We will work together on creating a narrative of your life and on developing coping strategies to make the journey easier. Therapy will be creative and a joint adventure.

My clients are seeking goal-oriented, short-term, supportive therapy for adults, teens & children, often to address changes in their lives (loss, life changes, family conflict) or because they have a desire to function “happier” and more effectively, Many of my adult clients are experiences life changes related to work, marriage, empty-nesting, return to work or adjusting to retirement. Teens and young adults are often seeking supportive therapy that is aimed at coping with anxiety, depression, college planning stress, and family issues. Many of my younger clients have diagnosed learning differences, ADD/ADHD, or anxiety.