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Rhonda Loft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880  (Online Only)
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have been trained to work with families, couples, and individuals.
Life is a balancing act. At times we may find ourselves in need of direction to solve old problems or face new challenges. Therapy is a tool for uncovering our hidden strengths and developing new strategies to create a healthy environment for ourselves and those around us.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have been trained to work with families, couples, and individuals.
Life is a balancing act. At times we may find ourselves in need of direction to solve old problems or face new challenges. Therapy is a tool for uncovering our hidden strengths and developing new strategies to create a healthy environment for ourselves and those around us.
(203) 209-7660 View (203) 209-7660
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Ellie Mental Health - Fairfield, CT
LMFT
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
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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Lift Teen and Parent Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
Our mission at Teen and Parent Wellness Centers is to provide concentrated and comprehensive treatment for mental health diagnoses and eating disorders for patients and their families. Our small-milieu settings allow for customization of care from admission through discharge/after-care. LIFT is the only Southwestern Connecticut program with PHP and IOP services offerings exclusively created and run by specialists and licensed providers. Unlike any other regional program, our direct service providers consist of a multidisciplinary clinical team of experts.
Our mission at Teen and Parent Wellness Centers is to provide concentrated and comprehensive treatment for mental health diagnoses and eating disorders for patients and their families. Our small-milieu settings allow for customization of care from admission through discharge/after-care. LIFT is the only Southwestern Connecticut program with PHP and IOP services offerings exclusively created and run by specialists and licensed providers. Unlike any other regional program, our direct service providers consist of a multidisciplinary clinical team of experts.
(475) 242-8073 View (475) 242-8073
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Carrie Gordon-Land
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
I believe that each of my patients is unique. I treat my patients with care and respect and help them to resolve their issues. If necessary, I have a network of respected professionals who can also make themselves available to my patients.
I believe that each of my patients is unique. I treat my patients with care and respect and help them to resolve their issues. If necessary, I have a network of respected professionals who can also make themselves available to my patients.
(203) 884-0617 View (203) 884-0617
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Nathalie Hausman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Analyst, Coach
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
Feeling stressed, anxious, isolated, worry about money/finance, the future, relationship issues, uncertain? We will discuss techniques to help free yourself from negative thoughts, and clearly assess your needs. The aim is to to provide awareness, helping you to get meaning into your life, to help you better understand yourself and finding a feeling of satisfaction and balance within. Those answers will allow you to lower symptoms and go deeper into the therapeutic work. I served an outpatient mental health clinic in NY and in a private practice for 22years. I offer both virtual or in person sessions.
Feeling stressed, anxious, isolated, worry about money/finance, the future, relationship issues, uncertain? We will discuss techniques to help free yourself from negative thoughts, and clearly assess your needs. The aim is to to provide awareness, helping you to get meaning into your life, to help you better understand yourself and finding a feeling of satisfaction and balance within. Those answers will allow you to lower symptoms and go deeper into the therapeutic work. I served an outpatient mental health clinic in NY and in a private practice for 22years. I offer both virtual or in person sessions.
(203) 408-6955 View (203) 408-6955
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Lucia Nazzaro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, CWC, CPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
If you are facing a challenge, a change or transition, or trying to break free from something in your past causing you pain, I am so glad you are reaching out. With a wide range of experience, I know you will find a safe and collaborative space where we can work together to help you heal & grow in the areas you need. With expertise in multiple methods, I offer a strength based, compassionate, holistic approach w/ a special focus in working with anxiety/stress, relationships, life transitions and challenges including: relationships/divorce, addiction/food related issues, chronic health, grief/loss & school/career related changes.
If you are facing a challenge, a change or transition, or trying to break free from something in your past causing you pain, I am so glad you are reaching out. With a wide range of experience, I know you will find a safe and collaborative space where we can work together to help you heal & grow in the areas you need. With expertise in multiple methods, I offer a strength based, compassionate, holistic approach w/ a special focus in working with anxiety/stress, relationships, life transitions and challenges including: relationships/divorce, addiction/food related issues, chronic health, grief/loss & school/career related changes.
(860) 269-0214 View (860) 269-0214
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Irma M. Ross
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
Strength Based Psychotherapy is a unique and holistic approach to life's challenges. I will assist you in understanding and resolving your issues while teaching you to use your strengths. It is a process of empowerment and helping you to create the life you want to live. Anyone with anxiety, depression, addiction issues, LGBT concerns, and relationship issues can benefit from this therapy. This work is suited to individuals, couples and families and I use a variety of approaches including skills training, cognitive behavioral therapy, relaxation and meditation training.
Strength Based Psychotherapy is a unique and holistic approach to life's challenges. I will assist you in understanding and resolving your issues while teaching you to use your strengths. It is a process of empowerment and helping you to create the life you want to live. Anyone with anxiety, depression, addiction issues, LGBT concerns, and relationship issues can benefit from this therapy. This work is suited to individuals, couples and families and I use a variety of approaches including skills training, cognitive behavioral therapy, relaxation and meditation training.
(203) 779-6366 View (203) 779-6366
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Willie Brevard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
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 View (203) 779-6682
Photo of Ina Werdinger, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Westport, CT
Ina Werdinger, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with extensive training and experience. I am psychoanalytically trained but use an eclectic approach to meet the needs of my clients. I conduct individual, family, couples and group psychotherapy with a demographically and diverse patient population. I am skilled at working with clients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, family problems, parenting issues, coping with health issues, life transitions, grief and loss, gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-sexual issues, women's problems, infertility, trauma and PTSD. Issues of Adult Children of Alcoholics. Clients struggling with recovery from addiction as well as clients with a past and present history of abuse.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with extensive training and experience. I am psychoanalytically trained but use an eclectic approach to meet the needs of my clients. I conduct individual, family, couples and group psychotherapy with a demographically and diverse patient population. I am skilled at working with clients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, family problems, parenting issues, coping with health issues, life transitions, grief and loss, gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-sexual issues, women's problems, infertility, trauma and PTSD. Issues of Adult Children of Alcoholics. Clients struggling with recovery from addiction as well as clients with a past and present history of abuse.
(203) 496-4679 View (203) 496-4679
Photo of Myrna Hill, MS, LPC,, Licensed Professional Counselor in Westport, CT
Myrna Hill, MS, LPC,
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880  (Online Only)
I am a therapist with over 40 years of ongoing education, training and experience with almost all mental health and life issues. I offer many types of treatment and can even customize one that may work best for you. I am dedicated to helping you tell your problems and needs without rushing you. I am told I am a warm, genuine, and compassionate listener, who accurately and nonjudgmentally empathizes with your suffering and the human emotions of sadness, fear, anxiety, anger and shame. I will help you practice mindful awareness and heartfelt acceptance of whatever is occurring for you, so
I am a therapist with over 40 years of ongoing education, training and experience with almost all mental health and life issues. I offer many types of treatment and can even customize one that may work best for you. I am dedicated to helping you tell your problems and needs without rushing you. I am told I am a warm, genuine, and compassionate listener, who accurately and nonjudgmentally empathizes with your suffering and the human emotions of sadness, fear, anxiety, anger and shame. I will help you practice mindful awareness and heartfelt acceptance of whatever is occurring for you, so
(585) 899-9422 View (585) 899-9422
Photo of Xanic Wood, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Westport, CT
Xanic Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CFTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
My clients are typically school-aged children as young as 5, preteens, adolescents, young adults, and women of any age with complex trauma. Topics that may bring clients to see me include those suffering from anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, grief, family disruptions, and much more.
My clients are typically school-aged children as young as 5, preteens, adolescents, young adults, and women of any age with complex trauma. Topics that may bring clients to see me include those suffering from anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, grief, family disruptions, and much more.
(203) 896-8888 View (203) 896-8888
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Schuyler Manhattan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, CHT
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
You can have a positive mindset with SOLUTION-FOCUSED THERAPY. Feeling worried, or your thoughts race, your sleep is off, or you get that feeling in your stomach? At times we get frustrated enough with someone that it affects your work, family life, or health. I know how it sucks to be questioning, stuck, and worked up with tension and concern. Then, self-doubt creeps in--but it doesn’t need to be like that anymore. If you’re curious how to get things calmer, under control, and feel more self-assured, I’m here as a confidant who listens deeply AND offers tools that really work. You CAN increase confidence!
You can have a positive mindset with SOLUTION-FOCUSED THERAPY. Feeling worried, or your thoughts race, your sleep is off, or you get that feeling in your stomach? At times we get frustrated enough with someone that it affects your work, family life, or health. I know how it sucks to be questioning, stuck, and worked up with tension and concern. Then, self-doubt creeps in--but it doesn’t need to be like that anymore. If you’re curious how to get things calmer, under control, and feel more self-assured, I’m here as a confidant who listens deeply AND offers tools that really work. You CAN increase confidence!
(203) 457-8350 View (203) 457-8350
Photo of Laura R Hart, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Westport, CT
Laura R Hart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
Are you struggling with issues of depression, anxiety, aging, chronic pain or life transitions? Through gentle, guided support, I can help you feel more comfortable and confident while utilizing a strengths-based perspective and mindfulness techniques. We will work together to alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, help process grief and improve your relationships. I have a deep commitment to helping children, teens, adults, older adults and caregivers with issues such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, addiction, dementia, and life transitions. I have considerable experience with clients and families experiencing
Are you struggling with issues of depression, anxiety, aging, chronic pain or life transitions? Through gentle, guided support, I can help you feel more comfortable and confident while utilizing a strengths-based perspective and mindfulness techniques. We will work together to alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, help process grief and improve your relationships. I have a deep commitment to helping children, teens, adults, older adults and caregivers with issues such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, addiction, dementia, and life transitions. I have considerable experience with clients and families experiencing
(203) 689-8989 View (203) 689-8989
Photo of Rebekah Kanefsky, Licensed Professional Counselor in Westport, CT
Rebekah Kanefsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880  (Online Only)
Are you feeling judged? Have a secret that you cannot share with others? Seeking a safe space in order to vent? With my therapeutic guidance, you can address your deepest emotional and intimate needs in a nonjudgmental, genuine and supportive environment. Dynamic and spontaneous, I am there because you are there. You do not need to struggle alone. Together, we have an opportunity to make it better.
Are you feeling judged? Have a secret that you cannot share with others? Seeking a safe space in order to vent? With my therapeutic guidance, you can address your deepest emotional and intimate needs in a nonjudgmental, genuine and supportive environment. Dynamic and spontaneous, I am there because you are there. You do not need to struggle alone. Together, we have an opportunity to make it better.
(203) 614-9114 View (203) 614-9114

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Sally Miller
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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.
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Suzanne Gabriele & Associates, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
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I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and former CSSD Family Relations Counselor who works with individuals, couples, and families. I believe therapy can offer relief and hope for whatever it is you may be struggling with. I provide a warm, supportive, empathetic environment for clients in order to foster self-exploration without judgment. My techniques include EMDR (most effective treatment for trauma), Gottman couples therapy, EFT for couples and CBT. I can help to navigate through all aspects of divorce. I also offer pet assisted therapy with my certified therapy dog, Gracie.
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Dr. Normajean Cefarelli
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
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As a doctoral level marriage and family therapist, I have the highest level of clinical and academic training.
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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.