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Theresa Evans Knight
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LLC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist focusing on adolescent issues, marital/couple's conflict, family conflict, life transitions, anxiety, depression, cultural issues and the impact of trauma on relationships. My work is client-centered and collaborative and I utilize a systemic approach to facilitate change. My goal is to create a confidential, non judgmental, safe and secure environment where you can express yourself without fear of criticism or reprisal.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist focusing on adolescent issues, marital/couple's conflict, family conflict, life transitions, anxiety, depression, cultural issues and the impact of trauma on relationships. My work is client-centered and collaborative and I utilize a systemic approach to facilitate change. My goal is to create a confidential, non judgmental, safe and secure environment where you can express yourself without fear of criticism or reprisal.
(203) 903-9948 View (203) 903-9948
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Roody Joseph
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
The process of therapy is to bring about clarity during difficult situations and discover new ways of dealing with life's stressors. Using a collaborative, strength-based approach, my goal is to aid in self realization and develop strategies and plans to deal with life's obstacles in order to bring about positive change. I have a Masters in Psychology with a dual concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. I am licensed in the state of Connecticut as a professional counselor, and an addictions counselor.
The process of therapy is to bring about clarity during difficult situations and discover new ways of dealing with life's stressors. Using a collaborative, strength-based approach, my goal is to aid in self realization and develop strategies and plans to deal with life's obstacles in order to bring about positive change. I have a Masters in Psychology with a dual concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling. I am licensed in the state of Connecticut as a professional counselor, and an addictions counselor.
(203) 350-7732 View (203) 350-7732
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Katherine Vaughan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
Katt Vaughan Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Population: families, couples, individuals and group therapy. therapeutic interventions and primary modes of therapeutic interventions include CBT/DBT with Gottman and Bowenian theory infuses.
Katt Vaughan Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Population: families, couples, individuals and group therapy. therapeutic interventions and primary modes of therapeutic interventions include CBT/DBT with Gottman and Bowenian theory infuses.
(817) 993-4299 View (817) 993-4299
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Gary W Stanek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850  (Online Only)
Of all the work we do, I love the marital co-therapy best.
I work with children, adolescents, couples and families. I have extensive experience in trauma recovery, stepfamily issues, dissociative identity disorder and parent empowerment. I also work with local attorneys and the courts in high conflict custody cases, I facilitate coparenting after divorce and I perform family reunification. With special training in EMDR, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy, I bring a range of talents and expertise to all that I do. I also enjoy my work as an adjunct professor of psychology at Norwalk Community College.
Of all the work we do, I love the marital co-therapy best.
I work with children, adolescents, couples and families. I have extensive experience in trauma recovery, stepfamily issues, dissociative identity disorder and parent empowerment. I also work with local attorneys and the courts in high conflict custody cases, I facilitate coparenting after divorce and I perform family reunification. With special training in EMDR, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Sand Tray Therapy, I bring a range of talents and expertise to all that I do. I also enjoy my work as an adjunct professor of psychology at Norwalk Community College.
(475) 239-2816 View (475) 239-2816
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Stephanie Noto
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06854
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of CT with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. My area of expertise has been with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, trauma, grief, self-esteem, and family & relationship issues. This has been through my work providing individual, family, couples and group therapy with adolescents & the adult population in both a clinic and a private practice setting.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of CT with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. My area of expertise has been with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, trauma, grief, self-esteem, and family & relationship issues. This has been through my work providing individual, family, couples and group therapy with adolescents & the adult population in both a clinic and a private practice setting.
(860) 979-5428 View (860) 979-5428
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Ellie Mental Health - Fairfield, CT
LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
Our therapists have many different skills and specialties ranging from anxiety, depression, gender issues, sexuality, marriage/couples counseling, family therapy, eating disorders, mood disorders, grief/loss, trauma and EMDR, just to name a few!.
Ellie provides mental health services for all ages. Offering individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. We have an amazing team of therapists to meet the needs of a wide variety of mental health needs with decades of experience in the field. We have a brand new cozy office space situated in the heart of Fairfield, Connecticut. Whether it is your first experience with therapy, or you've had services in the past, we welcome you to Ellie and can't wait to get started.
Our therapists have many different skills and specialties ranging from anxiety, depression, gender issues, sexuality, marriage/couples counseling, family therapy, eating disorders, mood disorders, grief/loss, trauma and EMDR, just to name a few!.
Ellie provides mental health services for all ages. Offering individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. We have an amazing team of therapists to meet the needs of a wide variety of mental health needs with decades of experience in the field. We have a brand new cozy office space situated in the heart of Fairfield, Connecticut. Whether it is your first experience with therapy, or you've had services in the past, we welcome you to Ellie and can't wait to get started.
(203) 689-8989 View (203) 689-8989
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Willie Brevard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
Is your present situation affecting your emotions and behavior? Let me help you explore your issues, renew your mind and move you in a positive direction-body-mind-spirit. I work with individuals (children, adolescents, and adults), couples, and families. Working in the public schools for 30+ years enhanced my skills as a therapist.
Is your present situation affecting your emotions and behavior? Let me help you explore your issues, renew your mind and move you in a positive direction-body-mind-spirit. I work with individuals (children, adolescents, and adults), couples, and families. Working in the public schools for 30+ years enhanced my skills as a therapist.
(203) 779-6682 x1 View (203) 779-6682 x1
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Crystal Nicole Norris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PIP, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851  (Online Only)
Do you want a therapist who is down to earth and easy to talk to? Then you are in the right place! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I work from a solution oriented perspective and encourage people to be their best selves. I am not here to fix all your problems but instead empower you to get things done for yourself.
Do you want a therapist who is down to earth and easy to talk to? Then you are in the right place! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I work from a solution oriented perspective and encourage people to be their best selves. I am not here to fix all your problems but instead empower you to get things done for yourself.
(334) 345-3441 View (334) 345-3441
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Elizabeth Chatel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
It makes sense that you may be feeling overwhelmed. The competing priorities of family/life/career can have your head spinning.If you feel like your most important relationships are suffering, reaching out to a therapist is the first step. I love to treat families as a whole, allowing for all of the different perspectives to weave together to form a much more complex picture of what is happening. However, I also believe that you can affect change in a relationship system through individual work.
It makes sense that you may be feeling overwhelmed. The competing priorities of family/life/career can have your head spinning.If you feel like your most important relationships are suffering, reaching out to a therapist is the first step. I love to treat families as a whole, allowing for all of the different perspectives to weave together to form a much more complex picture of what is happening. However, I also believe that you can affect change in a relationship system through individual work.
(203) 819-7386 View (203) 819-7386
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Chandler French
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
(646) 736-4890 View (646) 736-4890
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Rachel Tomsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06851
Relationships, friendships, transitions-and just being-can be a struggle at times. Through a holistic, multi-systemic approach, I want to help you work through these challenges. I have more than a decade of experience, working in a hospital setting and outpatient behavioral health settings, treating depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders (my specialty).
Relationships, friendships, transitions-and just being-can be a struggle at times. Through a holistic, multi-systemic approach, I want to help you work through these challenges. I have more than a decade of experience, working in a hospital setting and outpatient behavioral health settings, treating depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders (my specialty).
(203) 951-1339 View (203) 951-1339
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Selbe Potter Ruggiero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ADC, QLC
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
Anxious? Depressed? Substance abuse issues or addiction torment? Body image, weight and food a frequent obsession? Relationship problems? Not sure what to do in your life, need direction? If any of these questions haunt your life or trouble you, I can help. My professional training is extensive allowing me to customize treatment to individual personality, need and goals. I am a certified clinical supervisor associated with Columbia, NYU and Yale. Much of my work is Evidenced Based Practice which insures the best treatment outcomes. This foundation creates success, competence and well being. I can help you live your best life.
Anxious? Depressed? Substance abuse issues or addiction torment? Body image, weight and food a frequent obsession? Relationship problems? Not sure what to do in your life, need direction? If any of these questions haunt your life or trouble you, I can help. My professional training is extensive allowing me to customize treatment to individual personality, need and goals. I am a certified clinical supervisor associated with Columbia, NYU and Yale. Much of my work is Evidenced Based Practice which insures the best treatment outcomes. This foundation creates success, competence and well being. I can help you live your best life.
(203) 434-1370 View (203) 434-1370
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Sherry Minniti D'Elia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CFEP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
For 25 years, I have helped people resolve their difficulties with regard to: grief and loss, struggles in their relationships, abuse/trauma related issues, eating disorders, substance abuse and other addictions, behavioral problems, self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Our work together will help you work through difficulties, to promote positive change in your life. I will teach you about underlying psychological principles that help you to understand yourself and how you relate in the world. Along with helping you to understand, I will provide you with many tools, which will give you a clear sense of direction, for making lasting, positive, changes in your life.
For 25 years, I have helped people resolve their difficulties with regard to: grief and loss, struggles in their relationships, abuse/trauma related issues, eating disorders, substance abuse and other addictions, behavioral problems, self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Our work together will help you work through difficulties, to promote positive change in your life. I will teach you about underlying psychological principles that help you to understand yourself and how you relate in the world. Along with helping you to understand, I will provide you with many tools, which will give you a clear sense of direction, for making lasting, positive, changes in your life.
(203) 889-9864 View (203) 889-9864
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Jim Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06850
I have been providing psychotherapeutic treatment to children, adolescents, adults and families for over 20 years. My practice includes treatment for adjustment to life's challenges, anxiety, depression, along with developmental and autism spectrum disorders.
I have been providing psychotherapeutic treatment to children, adolescents, adults and families for over 20 years. My practice includes treatment for adjustment to life's challenges, anxiety, depression, along with developmental and autism spectrum disorders.
(203) 916-5903 View (203) 916-5903
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Ariane N Ladd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851
The evolving challenges of raising children involve the addition of new technology and an ever-increasing pressure to succeed. Keeping on top of these dynamics can at best overwhelm and at worst alienate those in even the most healthy families. Teens pass through a stage of fluctuating hormonal levels, while negotiating burgeoning independence, and navigating the waters of social media along with peer pressure. Meanwhile parents are dealing with keeping a household afloat, managing the family and their careers, while often having aging parents and/or dealing with grief over their loss. When teens and parents need a little help or mental health challenges require more effort for daily living than they should, learning new coping skills with or without medication can make a difference. Discovering what influences behaviors and learning ways to express what needs to be said can empower parents and their children to find more happiness and fulfillment in life. Sorting through these challenges and developing coping techniques that help organize and balance communication is my goal with all families and individuals.
The evolving challenges of raising children involve the addition of new technology and an ever-increasing pressure to succeed. Keeping on top of these dynamics can at best overwhelm and at worst alienate those in even the most healthy families. Teens pass through a stage of fluctuating hormonal levels, while negotiating burgeoning independence, and navigating the waters of social media along with peer pressure. Meanwhile parents are dealing with keeping a household afloat, managing the family and their careers, while often having aging parents and/or dealing with grief over their loss. When teens and parents need a little help or mental health challenges require more effort for daily living than they should, learning new coping skills with or without medication can make a difference. Discovering what influences behaviors and learning ways to express what needs to be said can empower parents and their children to find more happiness and fulfillment in life. Sorting through these challenges and developing coping techniques that help organize and balance communication is my goal with all families and individuals.
(203) 807-6572 View (203) 807-6572
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Mina Bibeault
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06850
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing psychotherapy, I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and children (ages 10 or older) who suffer from depression, anxieties, grief/trauma, social/behavioral challenges, and school problems. My approach centers around solution focused strategies where I place an emphasis on the strengths of my clients. I stress the importance of involving any/all supports in the therapeutic process and I am committed to the helping and healing of the whole family.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing psychotherapy, I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and children (ages 10 or older) who suffer from depression, anxieties, grief/trauma, social/behavioral challenges, and school problems. My approach centers around solution focused strategies where I place an emphasis on the strengths of my clients. I stress the importance of involving any/all supports in the therapeutic process and I am committed to the helping and healing of the whole family.
(203) 612-5618 View (203) 612-5618
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Lindsey Bloomenthal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06850
Are you having trouble figuring out what's making you you feel unhappy, unfulfilled, anxious, depressed or stuck in a rut? Or maybe you have an idea but don't know what steps to take in order to feel better? I take a proactive role in therapy, and work to help the individuals and couples I see to better understand themselves and their patterns that may be creating unnecessary dysfunction in their lives. I also take action though, and find concrete ways for my clients to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. Therapy can be a difficult first step but once a connection is formed between therapist and client, true healing can happen.
Are you having trouble figuring out what's making you you feel unhappy, unfulfilled, anxious, depressed or stuck in a rut? Or maybe you have an idea but don't know what steps to take in order to feel better? I take a proactive role in therapy, and work to help the individuals and couples I see to better understand themselves and their patterns that may be creating unnecessary dysfunction in their lives. I also take action though, and find concrete ways for my clients to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. Therapy can be a difficult first step but once a connection is formed between therapist and client, true healing can happen.
(475) 256-6262 View (475) 256-6262
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Gisselle Acevedo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06850
I will welcome you into a safe and non-judgmental place where you can explore what it could be like to find the freedom to live your life with self-compassion while taking full responsibility. I believe therapy can help you find a sense of peace in your life because you are able to identify your own power, your own wisdom and really focus on what brings your life joy. If your family is experiencing difficulties then family therapy is a necessary first step toward finding a more harmonious family life. For further information please visit my website: GisselleAcevedoTherapy.com.
I will welcome you into a safe and non-judgmental place where you can explore what it could be like to find the freedom to live your life with self-compassion while taking full responsibility. I believe therapy can help you find a sense of peace in your life because you are able to identify your own power, your own wisdom and really focus on what brings your life joy. If your family is experiencing difficulties then family therapy is a necessary first step toward finding a more harmonious family life. For further information please visit my website: GisselleAcevedoTherapy.com.
(626) 415-0442 View (626) 415-0442
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Three Little Birds, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851
This is your first step to self-awareness. At Three Little Birds we provide a non-judgmental environment to collaborate with you in life. We take a dynamic approach to therapy by incorporating different techniques into our practice. We see adults, couples, families, adolescents and children. Are two clinicians are Andrew Stein, LCSW (203 - 295 - 4027) & Brianna Quillen, LCSW (203) 842 – 8114.
This is your first step to self-awareness. At Three Little Birds we provide a non-judgmental environment to collaborate with you in life. We take a dynamic approach to therapy by incorporating different techniques into our practice. We see adults, couples, families, adolescents and children. Are two clinicians are Andrew Stein, LCSW (203 - 295 - 4027) & Brianna Quillen, LCSW (203) 842 – 8114.
(203) 680-3687 View (203) 680-3687
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Naomi Kavka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Norwalk, CT 06853
Do you wonder if your child would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. My focus is to help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to deal with their life challenges. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social, learning, sleep, and trauma issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
Do you wonder if your child would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. My focus is to help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to deal with their life challenges. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social, learning, sleep, and trauma issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
(475) 258-7484 View (475) 258-7484
Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.