Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Killingworth, CT

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Krystal Moon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Killingworth, CT 06419
Middletown counseling is taking new clients! I have had the pleasure of working with people of all ages who have struggled with various life stressors. Whether it's experiencing a traumatic event, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, grief, relationship issues, or family conflict, I would like to help you find a way through. My approach is interactive & collaborative with you. I believe the best therapeutic relationship is one that is built upon mutual respect, honesty, and a common desire to help you reach your goals. My approach is based upon the belief that our strengths are the foundation on our path to wellness.
Middletown counseling is taking new clients! I have had the pleasure of working with people of all ages who have struggled with various life stressors. Whether it's experiencing a traumatic event, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, grief, relationship issues, or family conflict, I would like to help you find a way through. My approach is interactive & collaborative with you. I believe the best therapeutic relationship is one that is built upon mutual respect, honesty, and a common desire to help you reach your goals. My approach is based upon the belief that our strengths are the foundation on our path to wellness.
(860) 650-1949 View (860) 650-1949

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Samantha Parsons
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Deep River, CT 06417
I am specially trained in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Hi, I’m Samantha Parsons, a Licensed Master Social Worker. I empower individuals to navigate their life’s challenges, heal trauma, and achieve emotional wellness. I provide compassionate, culturally informed, and integrative care through Somatic Movement and Mental Health Therapy, which aid in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, chronic illness, and physical issues.
I am specially trained in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Hi, I’m Samantha Parsons, a Licensed Master Social Worker. I empower individuals to navigate their life’s challenges, heal trauma, and achieve emotional wellness. I provide compassionate, culturally informed, and integrative care through Somatic Movement and Mental Health Therapy, which aid in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, chronic illness, and physical issues.
(203) 204-9914 View (203) 204-9914
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Macdara MacColl
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
I'm a Certified EFT therapist with an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy and advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sex Therapy.
I specialize in helping couples reclaim loving connection using a proven, evidence-based therapeutic approach called Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). If you and your partner are stuck in a pattern of conflict, withdrawal, and disconnection, be reassured: There is hope. Even if you have experienced betrayal and loss of trust, therapy can guide you back to joyful, satisfying, intimate connection. I am also a trained Sex Therapist, and help couples discover the joys of erotic pleasure, play, and connection. Together we can transform your relationship...and your life.
I'm a Certified EFT therapist with an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy and advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Sex Therapy.
I specialize in helping couples reclaim loving connection using a proven, evidence-based therapeutic approach called Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). If you and your partner are stuck in a pattern of conflict, withdrawal, and disconnection, be reassured: There is hope. Even if you have experienced betrayal and loss of trust, therapy can guide you back to joyful, satisfying, intimate connection. I am also a trained Sex Therapist, and help couples discover the joys of erotic pleasure, play, and connection. Together we can transform your relationship...and your life.
(203) 896-0030 View (203) 896-0030
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Open Minds Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Durham, CT 06422
Compassionate heart centered counseling services. Open Minds Counseling is a group practice of Licensed Professional Counselors dedicated to the work of helping people find wholeness and healing. Located in Durham Connecticut, we provide in-person and telehealth counseling for residents of Connecticut. Our team offers Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) informed treatment, HeartMath biofeedback, expressive art therapies, Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, Holistic Centered Counseling and group counseling for teens and adults. Open Minds Counseling is a women owned counseling practice. Our
Compassionate heart centered counseling services. Open Minds Counseling is a group practice of Licensed Professional Counselors dedicated to the work of helping people find wholeness and healing. Located in Durham Connecticut, we provide in-person and telehealth counseling for residents of Connecticut. Our team offers Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) informed treatment, HeartMath biofeedback, expressive art therapies, Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, Holistic Centered Counseling and group counseling for teens and adults. Open Minds Counseling is a women owned counseling practice. Our
(860) 962-4918 View (860) 962-4918
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Laurie B Grunebaum
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
Do you struggle with negative feelings about yourself? Or frequently compare yourself to others, always feeling less than? Or feel overwhelmed easily, flooded with constant worries that you can't rid your mind of? Do you find yourself in chronic cycles of addictive behavior (overeating, binging & purging, overusing alcohol or drugs, overspending. etc.) followed by feelings of guilt, shame, and depression? Are you always talking to yourself with "shoulds" or "what ifs"? Do you have low interest/motivation and find yourself avoiding responsibilities, self care or tasks that would actually make you feel good about yourself? I can help you!
Do you struggle with negative feelings about yourself? Or frequently compare yourself to others, always feeling less than? Or feel overwhelmed easily, flooded with constant worries that you can't rid your mind of? Do you find yourself in chronic cycles of addictive behavior (overeating, binging & purging, overusing alcohol or drugs, overspending. etc.) followed by feelings of guilt, shame, and depression? Are you always talking to yourself with "shoulds" or "what ifs"? Do you have low interest/motivation and find yourself avoiding responsibilities, self care or tasks that would actually make you feel good about yourself? I can help you!
(203) 776-3667 View (203) 776-3667
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Shannon Wynne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443  (Online Only)
I enjoy utilizing a blend of evidence-based treatment modalities to support the unique needs of each client, such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Welcome! I am a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner/Founder of Trauma Dump LLC and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Candidate who is passionate about supporting individuals on their journey in healing from trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss and life transitional stressors.
I enjoy utilizing a blend of evidence-based treatment modalities to support the unique needs of each client, such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Welcome! I am a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Owner/Founder of Trauma Dump LLC and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Candidate who is passionate about supporting individuals on their journey in healing from trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, grief/loss and life transitional stressors.
(475) 242-0946 View (475) 242-0946
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Westbrook Youth and Family Services, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westbrook, CT 06498
WYFS is a community based mental health agency with therapists and master's level interns from multiple disciplines who provide trauma-informed, compassionate and judgment-free services to the individuals, couples, and families in Westbrook and the surrounding towns. Using a variety of interventions and treatment modalities, WYFS clinicians help clients identify and address the issues that impact their wellbeing.
WYFS is a community based mental health agency with therapists and master's level interns from multiple disciplines who provide trauma-informed, compassionate and judgment-free services to the individuals, couples, and families in Westbrook and the surrounding towns. Using a variety of interventions and treatment modalities, WYFS clinicians help clients identify and address the issues that impact their wellbeing.
(860) 337-7168 View (860) 337-7168
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Camila Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Essex, CT 06426  (Online Only)
Anxiety & Gut-Brain Specialist- I've spent over a decade delving into the science of wellbeing and provide holistic treatment blending psychotherapy, hypnosis, and clinical nutrition. I am obsessed with the gut-brain connection, neuroscience, mental health, & nutrition! I take pride in creating a down-to-earth, compassionate, gentle, and nurturing approach to healing.
Anxiety & Gut-Brain Specialist- I've spent over a decade delving into the science of wellbeing and provide holistic treatment blending psychotherapy, hypnosis, and clinical nutrition. I am obsessed with the gut-brain connection, neuroscience, mental health, & nutrition! I take pride in creating a down-to-earth, compassionate, gentle, and nurturing approach to healing.
(203) 285-8286 View (203) 285-8286
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Jessica Alejandro
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Durham, CT 06422
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.
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.
(860) 331-8645 View (860) 331-8645
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Nuriye Rumeli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443
Do you find yourself avoiding intimacy or feeling anxious in social situations? Do you notice that past wounds prevent you from connecting and being in the present? Perhaps you forgot how and who to trust? Are you feeling intense anger, sadness, hopelessness, or frustration? These feelings are not going away despite talking to friends / family. You like you are in a hamster wheel. You are blaming yourself for what happened and feel unworthy of love. Trauma anniversaries bring flashbacks, nightmares, or even feeling "jumpy" triggered at times. Just know that you aren't alone in this!
Do you find yourself avoiding intimacy or feeling anxious in social situations? Do you notice that past wounds prevent you from connecting and being in the present? Perhaps you forgot how and who to trust? Are you feeling intense anger, sadness, hopelessness, or frustration? These feelings are not going away despite talking to friends / family. You like you are in a hamster wheel. You are blaming yourself for what happened and feel unworthy of love. Trauma anniversaries bring flashbacks, nightmares, or even feeling "jumpy" triggered at times. Just know that you aren't alone in this!
(860) 356-3947 View (860) 356-3947
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Mindful Nature Counseling and Psychotherapy
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437
Now accepting new clients. We all experience challenges and traumatic events throughout our lives, and there comes a time when we need someone to help make sense of it all. Processing these events alone can be daunting, if not overwhelming. What I can offer is an abundance of compassion and empathy while I hope that safe space for you. Together, we will enable you to reach the other side of your journey of personal growth and healing, with the goal of ultimately feeling more personally empowered, to find calm and peace within yourself, and for the relationships that are important to you.
Now accepting new clients. We all experience challenges and traumatic events throughout our lives, and there comes a time when we need someone to help make sense of it all. Processing these events alone can be daunting, if not overwhelming. What I can offer is an abundance of compassion and empathy while I hope that safe space for you. Together, we will enable you to reach the other side of your journey of personal growth and healing, with the goal of ultimately feeling more personally empowered, to find calm and peace within yourself, and for the relationships that are important to you.
(475) 267-4988 View (475) 267-4988
Laurie W. Rhines PhD LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Higganum, CT 06441
I believe in the power each client has within themselves to use problems as opportunities to heal old wounds and release negative self-beliefs. I accept my clients exactly where they are, excited to journey with them toward enhanced consciousness and their authentic self. Feeling heard and validated are important aspects of my client relationships.
I believe in the power each client has within themselves to use problems as opportunities to heal old wounds and release negative self-beliefs. I accept my clients exactly where they are, excited to journey with them toward enhanced consciousness and their authentic self. Feeling heard and validated are important aspects of my client relationships.
(860) 248-4029 View (860) 248-4029
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McKenna Counseling and Support Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Guilford, CT 06437  (Online Only)
Welcome! I want to support you on your journey to becoming your best self by helping you identify your needs and goals and taking steps toward balance, acceptance, healing and self renewal. I have 20 years of experience working with children, families and individual's. As a School Counselor I have worked extensively with children and adolescents with depression, anxiety, ADHD, school and social issues. I work with adults with anxiety, depression, trauma work/life stress and relationship issues to find solutions to specific problems, new insights into self, higher levels of functional coping and more effective communication.
Welcome! I want to support you on your journey to becoming your best self by helping you identify your needs and goals and taking steps toward balance, acceptance, healing and self renewal. I have 20 years of experience working with children, families and individual's. As a School Counselor I have worked extensively with children and adolescents with depression, anxiety, ADHD, school and social issues. I work with adults with anxiety, depression, trauma work/life stress and relationship issues to find solutions to specific problems, new insights into self, higher levels of functional coping and more effective communication.
(860) 245-8016 View (860) 245-8016
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Kristen Radden, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Clinton, CT 06413
Welcome! First and foremost, I would like to congratulate you on showing up for yourself and beginning this journey of self-growth. After all, that is truly what therapy is about. I believe therapy allows us the opportunity to reflect through the different seasons of life and ultimately our relationship with ourselves. Please feel encouraged for just beginning this process and imagine what the world would be like if we all embraced healthy self-discovery. Although therapy may be viewed as counter-cultural, I encourage you to stand firm in taking care of yourself and evolving into a more authentic you.
Welcome! First and foremost, I would like to congratulate you on showing up for yourself and beginning this journey of self-growth. After all, that is truly what therapy is about. I believe therapy allows us the opportunity to reflect through the different seasons of life and ultimately our relationship with ourselves. Please feel encouraged for just beginning this process and imagine what the world would be like if we all embraced healthy self-discovery. Although therapy may be viewed as counter-cultural, I encourage you to stand firm in taking care of yourself and evolving into a more authentic you.
(860) 650-1624 View (860) 650-1624
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Leslie Hunt Palumbo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Leslie Hunt Palumbo, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Madison, CT 06443
Waitlist for new clients
Life is full of change and the unexpected. Have you been blindsided by one of the many curveballs life can throw at you? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, or directionless? Realigning after a huge change- be it the loss of a loved one, separation/divorce, job change, health shift, or even college graduation- can be a challenging process. I love to help people adjust, grow, and transform though these shifts, seeing the forest through the trees to come to a fuller, more centered perspective on all that life still has to offer. Finding our way back to peace can be demanding and we could all use some support in this process.
Life is full of change and the unexpected. Have you been blindsided by one of the many curveballs life can throw at you? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, or directionless? Realigning after a huge change- be it the loss of a loved one, separation/divorce, job change, health shift, or even college graduation- can be a challenging process. I love to help people adjust, grow, and transform though these shifts, seeing the forest through the trees to come to a fuller, more centered perspective on all that life still has to offer. Finding our way back to peace can be demanding and we could all use some support in this process.
(203) 896-8844 View (203) 896-8844
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Amy Pinnock-Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Hampton, CT 06424
Not able to take new clients at this time- We believe in partnering with you to find the best way to help you deal with your daily stressors. If you could use someone that won’t share your thoughts with your friends and family, reach out to us and take a chance on getting to know a therapist that won’t go anywhere. Hear 2 Figure it Out, LLC is a private practice for counseling and conservatorship services. We started this business after the COVID-19 Pandemic continued after 2020. Seeing the impact it had on so many people’s mental health inspired us to help more.
Not able to take new clients at this time- We believe in partnering with you to find the best way to help you deal with your daily stressors. If you could use someone that won’t share your thoughts with your friends and family, reach out to us and take a chance on getting to know a therapist that won’t go anywhere. Hear 2 Figure it Out, LLC is a private practice for counseling and conservatorship services. We started this business after the COVID-19 Pandemic continued after 2020. Seeing the impact it had on so many people’s mental health inspired us to help more.
(860) 390-5088 View (860) 390-5088
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Kristine Fornaby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443
Thank you for reading my bio. I am passionate about helping clients discover their truest selves, beneath the layers of life’s experiences, traumas, and negative beliefs. Through talking, we discover the problem… then we need to do something about it. Utilizing specific trauma release techniques such as somatic experiencing, EMDR, and mindfulness and therapeutic yoga, I have seen amazing shifts in a fairly short amount of time. Whatever your goal, we can work together to achieve balance and lasting change.
Thank you for reading my bio. I am passionate about helping clients discover their truest selves, beneath the layers of life’s experiences, traumas, and negative beliefs. Through talking, we discover the problem… then we need to do something about it. Utilizing specific trauma release techniques such as somatic experiencing, EMDR, and mindfulness and therapeutic yoga, I have seen amazing shifts in a fairly short amount of time. Whatever your goal, we can work together to achieve balance and lasting change.
(203) 202-3147 View (203) 202-3147
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Art Therapy & Creative Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Essex, CT 06426
At Art Therapy & Creative Counseling, we specialize in a comprehensive approach to psychotherapy using Art Therapy as a primary modality for self expression. We assist our clients to facilitate the power of the creative process to foster therapeutic and introspective change.
At Art Therapy & Creative Counseling, we specialize in a comprehensive approach to psychotherapy using Art Therapy as a primary modality for self expression. We assist our clients to facilitate the power of the creative process to foster therapeutic and introspective change.
(860) 499-3337 View (860) 499-3337
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Anne V Schipani
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Madison, CT 06443  (Online Only)
I specialize in using an integrative, mind-body-spirit approach to help individuals get back in touch with their own inner source of wisdom, creativity, and empowerment. Reconnecting with the deeper parts of yourself is often the key to overcoming challenges and moving forward again. Therapy offers a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore what is troubling you, as well as ways to heal and grow that reflect the potential of your True Self. I am passionate about seeing my clients use this process to make positive changes and create the life they want.
I specialize in using an integrative, mind-body-spirit approach to help individuals get back in touch with their own inner source of wisdom, creativity, and empowerment. Reconnecting with the deeper parts of yourself is often the key to overcoming challenges and moving forward again. Therapy offers a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore what is troubling you, as well as ways to heal and grow that reflect the potential of your True Self. I am passionate about seeing my clients use this process to make positive changes and create the life they want.
(860) 497-4241 View (860) 497-4241
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Middletown Counseling Llc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Haddam, CT 06438
We are currently taking new clients! Hi there! We are a small group practice housing several lovely clinicians with varying specialities. The one thing we all have in common is a passion for working with people to make life better. Please feel free to reach out to see if one of us could be a good fit for you, we look forward to hearing from you! To learn more about us individually, check out our website: https://www.middletowncounselingllc.org/
We are currently taking new clients! Hi there! We are a small group practice housing several lovely clinicians with varying specialities. The one thing we all have in common is a passion for working with people to make life better. Please feel free to reach out to see if one of us could be a good fit for you, we look forward to hearing from you! To learn more about us individually, check out our website: https://www.middletowncounselingllc.org/
(959) 214-4772 View (959) 214-4772

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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists

What is Internal Family Systems therapy?

Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.

How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?

An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.

Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?

IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.

How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?

As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.