Lesbian Therapists in Somers, CT

*Please email me for current availability* “We can’t solve problems by using the same kind of thinking we used when we created them.” Albert Einstein. Whatever your reason is for deciding to seek therapy, I believe it is important to find a therapist that makes you feel safe, understood, and heard. Reaching out to a new therapist can be intimidating and also shows a great amount of strength and courage. My approach is client centered meaning I believe we are all the experts on our own lives and that my role as a therapist is to guide you through your growth and to help you begin creating the changes you want to make for yourself.

Therapy can help to decrease stress or anxiety, improve communication in relationships and make a positive shift in your overall well-being. If you are considering seeing a therapist, it can be difficult to know how to choose one. It makes a big difference to find someone that you feel comfortable talking to and feel that you can trust. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is a collaborative effort. I strive to build on the strengths of my clients and help them to develop plans to achieve their goals.

Wellness? While growing a family? What does that look like? Where do we begin? Now more than ever support for expectant and postpartum families is critical. Perhaps you have braved mental health issues for a long time, and now pregnancy, your conception journey, postpartum & world events are sending your anxiety or depression into a tailspin-it's just too much! You are not alone. We work with clients on fertility journeys, through pregnancy and postpartum- helping you find yourself again as you enter parenthood- this stuff is hard! Let's talk!

Whether faced with a normal transition in life or an unexpected challenge everyone is capable of overcoming these obstacles, but sometimes we need a little help and asking for help isn't always easy. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in treating older adolescents and adults facing emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues. I have 14 years of experience working with people facing depression, anxiety, and ADHD related to a variety of life stressors such as trauma, divorce, relationship issues, grief and loss, unemployment, medical conditions, marital conflict and more.

My lifelong passion is empowering others to maximize opportunities, develop skills, and achieve their personal potential. I believe we all have the power to grow from challenges and stressors; we just need the right guidance and space to do so. I offer high quality individual, couple and/or family therapy to treat a wide range of symptoms, stressors, and/or conflicts. I believe the way change begins to take place is by establishing a trusting relationship with you and by encouraging you to trust and believe in yourself. As this process evolves, a sense of confidence and security develops within, creating a more peaceful life.

Forming a family can be difficult business and new parents need a lot of support, validation, and education. You may be feeling hopeless, sad, angry, and anxious in a time in which you are "supposed" to be anything but. You may be feeling disconnected from your partner or like a stranger in your own skin. Postpartum mood disorders can look different among people - you might not be sure if you have one, but you know that this is not you. You are not alone! I am an allied licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in perinatal mental health in individuals.

Do you feel you’re surviving through life rather than living it? Has your anxiety and/or depression immobilized you? Since 2003, I have helped thousands of individuals and families overcome their behavioral health issues. My therapy is an evidence-based clinical program called Neuro-Emotive Cognitive Behavioral therapy (NE-CBT). Individuals are taught to change their thinking, feelings, and behaviors. In my clinical sessions, I teach skills and concepts while helping individuals adapt them into their lives so that they may experience relief from their symptoms. Through NE-CBT, you can ground yourself both inward and outward.

My clients prefer a recovery plan that fits their needs. I have over 10 years working with clients involved in the legal system as well as DCF. I understand the need for housing, transportation, natural supports, education as well as employment and the barriers to these goals. My clients feel tired from social stigma and are looking for empowerment to advocate their needs.

Accepting clients- limited availability - Welcome to A New Chance, LLC! Seeking help can be overwhelming and stress-inducing so I’m so glad you landed on my page! My goal is to help my clients live their best lives. I start with meeting you where you are at and develop goals for where you want to be. I am a solution-focused therapist and hone in on your existing strengths while helping develop new coping skills to live your best, most authentic life. Other clients have said that I am “very relatable” and non-judgmental. I have experience with working with clients of all different ages, races, cultures and walks of life.

I offer high quality individual, couple and/or family therapy to treat a wide range of problems and issues. I use my clinical background to help you address and resolve the conflicts that are undermining the quality of your life. My mission is to help all ages transform problem centered behavior into a healthier way of living. As a licensed marriage and family therapist with a background in yoga and mindfulness, I will help you focus your energy, create steps towards change and find your way.

Ebony Horsewomen offers Equine Therapy (also referred to as Horse Therapy, Equine-Assisted Therapy, and Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy) is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions between individual and horses. Equine Assisted Therapy allows clients to the freedom of processing trauma, depression or other emotional stresses in a non-invasive atmosphere without judgment or stigma.

I strongly believe in the effectiveness of the therapeutic relationship and will see you through a lens of strength. Talk therapy is empowering as we will start right where you are with an eye towards the future. With compassion and curiosity, let’s work towards your goals by identifying what is working while creating a plan of action for what is not.

My approach to counseling is to have a foundation of trust and unconditional positive regard while creating a safe environment. Many of my clients are looking to make changes in their lives in order to find peace, happiness, love within themselves, and their relationships. More often than not, my clients come to me because they have been feeling depressed, anxious, or struggling with self-esteem and are looking to change how they have been feeling and the quality of their lives. I offer a non-judgmental approach to getting to know my clients and helping them to determine their goals for improving the quality of their life.

Does your family need help navigating relationships? Many people face challenges that affect numerous areas of their life such as the way they think, feel, and act. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and transitional-age youth in a therapeutic environment to help them overcome their obstacles using strength-based and client-centered techniques while emphasizing a cognitive-behavioral therapy approach. I believe that by working together with clients they gain coping skills/insight and learn how to foster healthy and happy relationships where they can be successful in reaching their goals

Welcome to Counseling with Grace! "Fearless is living in spite of the things that scare you to death." The courage to want to change is everything you need in order to improve your quality of life from where you are now. Are you experiencing stress, sadness, or feeling unsatisfied with areas of your life? I am here to provide a non-judgmental, listening ear for you as you process your stress. It is so important to feel heard, validated and learn how to love yourself in the process. My speciality is helping you improve your quality of life, while experiencing mental health symptoms.

Welcome to New Path Counseling! We are accepting new clients. We have in-office and Telehealth appointment availabilities. You can schedule your appointment by clicking on our website link. We have clinicians who are licensed in the state of MA, CT, and RI. Life is full of challenges and unpredictable, we can’t always mitigate or control these; the key is to be aware of our maladaptive behaviors and build strength by enhancing our awareness and creating a new path for ourselves, family, and/or couple. We understand that not everyone can heal and cope the same way.

Please connect with me via email. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process and that is how I approach every potential client. I believe that we know ourselves best and sometimes we just need some assistance with getting back on track. I believe in a judgement free zone and meeting someone where they are at. I also believe that we all have the tools in our tool box, but sometimes we just need assistance learning how to use them.