Infidelity Therapists in 06470

Hi there! Taking the initiative to find a therapist shows you are ready for a change. Whether you have been in therapy before or are just starting the process, I hope to provide you with the support you are looking for. My approach to therapy is trauma-informed and warm, using various modalities such as CBT, IFS or Gottman Methods depending on your goals. Clients I work with are from all different backgrounds across the lifespan but I have a particular passion for working with the LGBTQIA+ community and couples. Many clients start therapy with me when feeling stuck in their current maladaptive coping or relational patterns.

My name is Heather K. Mazarakos LCSW. I have been in practice for over 20yr. I have a Bachelors in Social Work from Southern CT State University in New Haven CT. I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work with a specialization in Substance Abuse and Berevement from Fordham University in New York State. I am licensed in CT. I have extensive experience in areas of Addictions, Legal Issues related to drug and alcohol offenses, Sexual Abuse and Trauma. In addition, I have worked with geriatric disorders, mood disorders, sexual identity, transgender,infertility, Grief and Loss, Hospice and suicidal and Fetish Life.

Sometimes life becomes overwhelming due to trauma, increased anxiety and depressive symptoms leading us to believe there is something inherently wrong with us. We sometimes forget that we have the power to change our situation and circumstances. My goal is not to just treat the symptoms, but rather uncover the underlying root cause that triggered these symptoms and empower you to move forward in a positive direction. Treating the symptoms alone may cause the issue to present itself again.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 plus years experience providing individual,family, and couples therapy. Within a compassionate and safe setting, I utilize a variety of therapeutic skills and interventions to help people find their path to solutions, personal strength, and a sense of well being. I believe the most effective treatment is one that provides clients with concrete tools and new skills to be used both within and outside of the office.

The questions of who am I, where am I going and what does it all mean can produce many challenges for each of us. I try to see the world through the eyes of the clients I work with to develop an action plan to identify goals, solutions and adjustments to help guide the transition of change. I help client’s in a collaborative approach to develop an understanding of self-empowerment and self-efficacy to form a foundation from which to grow. My work with clients involves traditional individual, family, group and couple counseling modalities as well as practical real life applications in a life-coaching setting.

Life is hard. Sometimes it feels like we're unable to deal with the challenges thrown our way. As a result, we might feel anxious, depressed, or experience relationship issues. In therapy, my goal is to help you improve your communication style, increase your self-esteem, and expand your mind to healthier ways of thinking. I will listen to you without judgment and provide different treatment interventions that best fit your needs. Therapy can be enriching and life changing if you allow yourself to take the first step.

I believe in the power of relationships and am passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families to enhance the quality of their lives. I know how difficult it can be to communicate with the most important people in our lives about the most important things. I have a wide range of experience working with people of all ages.

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.

I am an experienced therapist who welcomes individuals and couples who want to find relief and overcome barriers that prevent them from feeling fulfilled. I specialize in working with anxiety, panic disorders, depression, grief, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career stress, self-esteem issues as well as trauma.

Would you like to improve your relationships? Your job? Or other life situations? I strive to help clients experience immediate relief from problems by shifting perspective and working on the development of new skills. Anxiety and depression are often the result of past trauma and EMDR therapy offers rapid and significant relief. Life transitions like a new relationship, loss, marriage, divorce or job change can be challenging and may require outside help. I provide an unconditionally accepting environment to help you explore solutions that lead to meaningful, long-term results.

My goal in working with clients is to work collaboratively to enhance their effectiveness and ability to function up to their potential. Whether an individual, a couple or an organization, we first create a relationship based on trust. After determining the challenges to achieving enhanced performance, we establish specific goals and strategies for moving towards those goals.

I work with couples, groups and individuals. My experience with interpersonal relationship difficulties is substantial along with depression, anxiety, anger management, parenting issues, traumas and eating disorders.

I have been in practice for over 20 years working in a variety of treatment settings. I enjoy working with individuals and families from all walks of life. I have strong ties to the educational and medical communities and have an affinity for working with teenagers and adults. My social work training also includes a license and specialization in substance abuse disorders.

While lasting change takes time, when individuals and families are struggling or in crisis, it is important that they find some immediate relief; I am mindful about attending to urgency for results. When helping someone make the changes they want, I recognize that symptoms of anxiety, sadness and interpersonal conflict all occur within contexts; these problems exist within a person and within a system - whether family, social or occupational.

As a licensed professional counselor, I'm here to help you navigate life's stressors with healthy strategies and rediscover your unique self. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, or ADHD, together we can transform overwhelming feelings into a present, peaceful reality. My approach is empathetic, skill-based, and includes a touch of humor to foster an authentic, non-judgmental conversation. Let's embark on this journey towards introspection, emotional exploration, and positive change.

Deciding to move on or tough it out. Believing it's your fault. Learning it was all a lie. Finding out the thing you fear most is exactly what's happening. Being invisible. Loving someone so completely then losing them. Not knowing why. Knowing it's over but still pretending. Feeling powerless. Letting go of who you thought you would be. Accepting who you are. Showing up. Being accountable for your actions. Not feeling safe. Realizing you lost it and can't get it back. Losing control. Lying awake in the middle of the night. Having regret. Feeling unwanted... These are just some of the hard things. Asking for help doesn't have to be.

Joshua Royer is a Masters Level Social Worker (LMSW) with several years of providing in-home services to children and their families. Josh currently works as a social worker working with youth who are confirmed victims of human trafficking. He specializes in working with children and adolescents. Josh draws from the ARC (Attachment, Regulation, Competency) model to strengthen the child-caregiver relationship while addressing trauma related symptoms. Through their work history, Josh has become well-versed in high risk assessments including the thresholds for higher level of care.

My clients range from 20's through Geriatrics. ( Indiv/Couples/Fam) I see a variety of individuals in various situations. Ideally, my clients are seeking to unpack something that they are carrying that may be weighing them down. I like to be the passenger on your journey, and follow your lead while offering possible different ways of seeing a situation, and offering solution focused suggestions. I believe firmly in attachment theory and believe our earliest connections in life have a major impact on how we see life and relationships today. I believe in the ability to gain insight and strength to make positive changes in your life.