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Gary W Stanek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902  (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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Karen Mazarin Stanek
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with couples, individuals and families using an eclectic systemic approach. I am trained in EMDR, emotionally focused couples therapy, transgenerational, structural, strategic and solution focused approaches to family therapy. I also use Family Constellations in my work. As an adjunct to my therapy, I received Hypnotherapy certification. I am using hypnosis to help clients with sleep disorders, fears and phobias, as well as weight loss.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I enjoy working with couples, individuals and families using an eclectic systemic approach. I am trained in EMDR, emotionally focused couples therapy, transgenerational, structural, strategic and solution focused approaches to family therapy. I also use Family Constellations in my work. As an adjunct to my therapy, I received Hypnotherapy certification. I am using hypnosis to help clients with sleep disorders, fears and phobias, as well as weight loss.
(203) 318-4429 View (203) 318-4429
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Janice G Leiper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06903
I work with adults both individually and as couples, encompassing a range of mental health issues. I specialize in relationship counseling whether you're just getting into one, want to enhance your marriage/relationship with new skills and insight, aren't sure if you are leaning in or out of your relationship or have filed for divorce. We get hurt in relationship and we heal in relationship. Let me help you get on the path of healing. It need not take years of therapy to become conscious of what's going on and what you long for.
I work with adults both individually and as couples, encompassing a range of mental health issues. I specialize in relationship counseling whether you're just getting into one, want to enhance your marriage/relationship with new skills and insight, aren't sure if you are leaning in or out of your relationship or have filed for divorce. We get hurt in relationship and we heal in relationship. Let me help you get on the path of healing. It need not take years of therapy to become conscious of what's going on and what you long for.
(203) 318-4992 View (203) 318-4992
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Stanley Kisiel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Hi, my name is Stanley Kisiel; I’m a licensed Marriage and Family therapist (lic CT 001187). I’ve been in practice for 21 years and have successfully worked with clients of all ages, with both common and complex needs. My approach focuses on experiential awareness and processing, while working with present day thoughts feelings and behaviors. Together establishing a calm place within you through enhancement of personal awareness and resources, we recognize that the mind, brain, and body are a coherent whole.
Hi, my name is Stanley Kisiel; I’m a licensed Marriage and Family therapist (lic CT 001187). I’ve been in practice for 21 years and have successfully worked with clients of all ages, with both common and complex needs. My approach focuses on experiential awareness and processing, while working with present day thoughts feelings and behaviors. Together establishing a calm place within you through enhancement of personal awareness and resources, we recognize that the mind, brain, and body are a coherent whole.
(475) 445-1588 View (475) 445-1588
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Dr. Dwan Milam-Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06901
I am a certified anxiety and trauma therapist (EMDR), and relationship expert (PhD. in marriage and family therapy and LICSW) with over 19 years of experience. I provide individual, couple, group, and family therapy. I have a natural health approach. Many of my clients are seeking alternatives other than prescription medication for anxiety and depression. I am a practitioner of yoga and a herbalist. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 11 am, between 2-3:00 and after 7 pm.
I am a certified anxiety and trauma therapist (EMDR), and relationship expert (PhD. in marriage and family therapy and LICSW) with over 19 years of experience. I provide individual, couple, group, and family therapy. I have a natural health approach. Many of my clients are seeking alternatives other than prescription medication for anxiety and depression. I am a practitioner of yoga and a herbalist. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 11 am, between 2-3:00 and after 7 pm.
(612) 500-4125 View (612) 500-4125
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Sephora Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06903
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
(203) 427-0421 View (203) 427-0421
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Dr. Dwan M Milam-Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06901
I am certified in anxiety and trauma (EMDR). I am also a relationship expert with a PhD in marriage and family therapy and a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-S, LICSW). I have over 19 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, groups, and families. Many of my clients choose alternative methods for dealing with anxiety and depression instead of prescription medication. I am also a certified herbalist and a practitioner of yoga. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 12 pm, between 3-4:00 and after 6 pm.
I am certified in anxiety and trauma (EMDR). I am also a relationship expert with a PhD in marriage and family therapy and a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-S, LICSW). I have over 19 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, couples, groups, and families. Many of my clients choose alternative methods for dealing with anxiety and depression instead of prescription medication. I am also a certified herbalist and a practitioner of yoga. I'm not just EMDR "trained", but also certified with advanced hours in trauma. Best times to reach me for a free phone consultation - before 12 pm, between 3-4:00 and after 6 pm.
(475) 262-9272 View (475) 262-9272
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Sephora Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
(203) 793-6724 View (203) 793-6724
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Lisa Druker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
My specialty is helping people manage all the things life throws your way. Childhood disappointments, a floundering marriage, a job you hate...or lost. Perhaps you have a sudden fear to drive a car, you feel generally unhappy or are dealing with the grief and loss of a loved one. All in all life can be hard. Transitions and relationships are what life is all about and I'm good at lending a hand.
My specialty is helping people manage all the things life throws your way. Childhood disappointments, a floundering marriage, a job you hate...or lost. Perhaps you have a sudden fear to drive a car, you feel generally unhappy or are dealing with the grief and loss of a loved one. All in all life can be hard. Transitions and relationships are what life is all about and I'm good at lending a hand.
(203) 885-7274 View (203) 885-7274
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Express, Liberate, Explore LLC Bilingual-Spanish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06906
Life experiences not processed in a healthy manner can become traumatic and have depilating affects. My mission embraces and encourages individuals to express, liberate and explore. Through engaging in these 3 actions, individuals are given the opportunity to reflect on who they were, are and would like to be-and how to accomplish this. Therapeutic techniques used include EMDR, systems theory. and person centered approach.
Life experiences not processed in a healthy manner can become traumatic and have depilating affects. My mission embraces and encourages individuals to express, liberate and explore. Through engaging in these 3 actions, individuals are given the opportunity to reflect on who they were, are and would like to be-and how to accomplish this. Therapeutic techniques used include EMDR, systems theory. and person centered approach.
(475) 244-9753 View (475) 244-9753
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Bilingual Clinical Services CT-FL
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCCH, EMDR, DCC
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06901
Awarded WorkPlace CT for Advocacy and Diversity . Bilingual (English Spanish)Mental Health Trauma Approach (Inmigración evaluation, EMDR traumas, grieving, parenting, Anxiety, Depression) and Addiction "Thank you so much for all your support, wisdom and care during my hardest time" "Gracias! salvo mi familia". My mission is moving you from Survive to Success. We accept CTCare
Awarded WorkPlace CT for Advocacy and Diversity . Bilingual (English Spanish)Mental Health Trauma Approach (Inmigración evaluation, EMDR traumas, grieving, parenting, Anxiety, Depression) and Addiction "Thank you so much for all your support, wisdom and care during my hardest time" "Gracias! salvo mi familia". My mission is moving you from Survive to Success. We accept CTCare
(203) 660-0869 View (203) 660-0869
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Sara Jamison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Are you seeking more joy and energy? Would you like to learn strategies to calm your nervous system and engage more fully with life? I work with adults and couples. In stressful situations, people typically revert to old unhealthy ways of coping that are no longer helpful. We work together to assess where you are stuck and what you want to achieve. I will teach you a variety of skills to help you calm and ground yourself. These include meditation, imagery and relaxation techniques. Our human brains have a negative bias. I want to help you to feel greater safety, focus on strengths and find more joy and ease in your life.
Are you seeking more joy and energy? Would you like to learn strategies to calm your nervous system and engage more fully with life? I work with adults and couples. In stressful situations, people typically revert to old unhealthy ways of coping that are no longer helpful. We work together to assess where you are stuck and what you want to achieve. I will teach you a variety of skills to help you calm and ground yourself. These include meditation, imagery and relaxation techniques. Our human brains have a negative bias. I want to help you to feel greater safety, focus on strengths and find more joy and ease in your life.
(203) 745-2150 View (203) 745-2150
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Jennifer Makadok
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06905
I have over thirty years in practice, providing clients with a trusted, collaborative and individualized therapeutic experience. Stress, acute crisis, trauma, and interpersonal conflicts can all create ineffective ways of coping, possibly resulting in substance abuse, symptoms of anxiety and depression, obsessive thinking, perfectionism and other unhealthy conditions. Common objectives in therapy often include shifting unhelpful behavior patterns into effective strategies, improving interpersonal communications, self-esteem and a sense of belonging, to live a better life.
I have over thirty years in practice, providing clients with a trusted, collaborative and individualized therapeutic experience. Stress, acute crisis, trauma, and interpersonal conflicts can all create ineffective ways of coping, possibly resulting in substance abuse, symptoms of anxiety and depression, obsessive thinking, perfectionism and other unhealthy conditions. Common objectives in therapy often include shifting unhelpful behavior patterns into effective strategies, improving interpersonal communications, self-esteem and a sense of belonging, to live a better life.
(475) 253-8797 View (475) 253-8797
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Judith Zackson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Have you wondered if therapy can be helpful to your adolescent or young adult? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to work through their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder and body image issues. Clients often see reduction in symptoms and improved well being early on in therapy.
Have you wondered if therapy can be helpful to your adolescent or young adult? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to work through their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder and body image issues. Clients often see reduction in symptoms and improved well being early on in therapy.
(203) 457-6862 View (203) 457-6862
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Chandler French
Art Therapist, LCAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
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.
(475) 207-4628 View (475) 207-4628
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Judith Pazmino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06905
I have worked as a counselor for over 20 years helping individuals manage and overcome a variety of challenges. This includes depression, anxiety, relationships, family matters, and life transitions. My practice provides care to children, adolescents, and adults. I embrace a variety of cultures that are sensitive to different customs, traditions, and beliefs. In a compassionate and safe environment, you can explore what is important to you, along with things you may want to change. Hopefully, you will gain personal insight and effective coping skills to overcome the struggles you choose to address in therapy.
I have worked as a counselor for over 20 years helping individuals manage and overcome a variety of challenges. This includes depression, anxiety, relationships, family matters, and life transitions. My practice provides care to children, adolescents, and adults. I embrace a variety of cultures that are sensitive to different customs, traditions, and beliefs. In a compassionate and safe environment, you can explore what is important to you, along with things you may want to change. Hopefully, you will gain personal insight and effective coping skills to overcome the struggles you choose to address in therapy.
(475) 476-1863 View (475) 476-1863
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Sephora Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
Have you ever wondered whether in person or video therapy would work for you?I understand the impact of your psychological health and am committed to helping during this time.I provide individual and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of disorders using evidence-based approaches and a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems.I work with children with diagnoses of Anxiety, Depression, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Attachment disorders, Social anxiety,and many others
Have you ever wondered whether in person or video therapy would work for you?I understand the impact of your psychological health and am committed to helping during this time.I provide individual and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of disorders using evidence-based approaches and a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems.I work with children with diagnoses of Anxiety, Depression, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Attachment disorders, Social anxiety,and many others
(203) 793-6088 View (203) 793-6088
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Alanna M. Voloshin, LCSW Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CEO
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06905
I take time to assess why you are here today. I value your goals & needs to ensure the best quality of treatment. I believe trust, safety, & comfort are the keys in therapeutic success. I'm mindful, compassionate, non-judgmental,& believe it's imperative to find a balance between acceptance and change. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and young adults struggling with trauma, addiction, BPD, and mood disorders. When exploring past & traumatic events I implement an evidence-based,collaborative approach equally effective & safe; providing you with successful goal oriented outcomes. Licenses: CT(009487) NY(085733).
I take time to assess why you are here today. I value your goals & needs to ensure the best quality of treatment. I believe trust, safety, & comfort are the keys in therapeutic success. I'm mindful, compassionate, non-judgmental,& believe it's imperative to find a balance between acceptance and change. I specialize in working with adolescents, families, and young adults struggling with trauma, addiction, BPD, and mood disorders. When exploring past & traumatic events I implement an evidence-based,collaborative approach equally effective & safe; providing you with successful goal oriented outcomes. Licenses: CT(009487) NY(085733).
(203) 794-7092 View (203) 794-7092
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Pamela Mirante
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
My name is Pamela Mirante, and I am a licensed clinical social worker, and certified Divorce Coach, with a passion for helping individuals navigate through life's challenges and find healing and growth. With over 25 years of experience in the field, I provide a supportive and compassionate space for adults (18 and over) to explore their psychology and work towards positive change.
My name is Pamela Mirante, and I am a licensed clinical social worker, and certified Divorce Coach, with a passion for helping individuals navigate through life's challenges and find healing and growth. With over 25 years of experience in the field, I provide a supportive and compassionate space for adults (18 and over) to explore their psychology and work towards positive change.
(475) 271-1183 View (475) 271-1183
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Naomi Kavka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Stamford, CT 06902
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) 244-9790 View (475) 244-9790
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.