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Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW

Paula M Mekkelsen

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW

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1057 Poquonnock Road, First Floor- Green Door Entrance, Groton, CT 06340
Not accepting new clients
Let's Connect (860) 319-0451
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Email works best ***** UPDATE: Unfortunately, I’m currently unable to accommodate new clients at this time. Once I have availability, I will remove this update. My sincere apologies for the temporary inconvenience. *********** Embrace the opportunity to take better care of yourself and find balance in your life. Together with a gentle, compassionate & holistic approach we'll identify a healthier way to live life promoting a positive well-being generating purpose, pleasure & peace. Offering life coaching; individual, couple, family & group sessions; employee assistance; consultation; workshops; networking and referrals.
Rooted in the heart of Southeastern Connecticut surrounded by compassionate providers, this location offers a genuine holistic approach promoting healing and overall well-being.
******** I’m currently unable to accommodate new clients at this time. Once I have availability, I'll remove this update. My sincere apologies for the temporary inconvenience.**********
Take the first step to help. Call or Paula M Mekkelsen now - (860) 319-0451

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Paula M. Mekkelsen, LCSW, LLC

1057 Poquonnock Road

First Floor- Green Door Entrance

Groton, CT 06340 map

(860) 319-0451
I specialize in Coping Skills, Anxiety and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (860) 319-0451
Photo of Paula M Mekkelsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Paula M. Mekkelsen, LCSW, LLC

1057 Poquonnock Road

First Floor- Green Door Entrance

Groton, CT 06340 map

(860) 319-0451
I specialize in Coping Skills, Anxiety and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Care Network
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Contact your Insurance company for provider list
  • Deer Oaks
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Health Net
  • HUSKY Health
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Medicaid
  • Most Insurances are accepted
  • MultiPlan
  • Oxford
  • PreferredOne
  • Reliant
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • We are able to inquire with your Insurance
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Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (860) 319-0451
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Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (860) 319-0451

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Expired Licensed by State of Connecticut / 002005 Paula M Mekkelsen
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 40 years
  • Attended University of Connecticut, Graduated 1985
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from NASW
  • Certificate from State of CT 002005 / 1987
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Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (860) 319-0451
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Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (860) 319-0451

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Coping Skills
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Child
  • Chronic Relapse
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infertility
  • Internet Addiction
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Teen Violence
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Weight Loss
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Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (860) 319-0451
Photo of Paula M Mekkelsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (860) 319-0451

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Group Classes/Counseling based upon request
  • Holistic
  • Integrative
  • Jungian
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (860) 319-0451
Photo of Paula M Mekkelsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (860) 319-0451

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Paula M. Mekkelsen, LCSW, LLC

1057 Poquonnock Road

First Floor- Green Door Entrance

Groton, CT 06340

(860) 319-0451
Photo of Paula M Mekkelsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (860) 319-0451
Photo of Paula M Mekkelsen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Paula M Mekkelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (860) 319-0451