Psychoanalytic Therapists in Storrs Mansfield, CT

Hi. I know it is difficult to talk to someone about your concerns. I feel that the therapist and client relationship is based on trust and communication. Let's have a conversation to see if we are a good fit to start Online therapy. I offer HIPPA compliant online therapy. For the past 27 years I have had the pleasure to work with individuals going through difficult times in their lives. I have worked with adults and elderly. Together we can work toward restoring positive self image and/or self esteem, how to cope with stress, loss, grief, caregiver stress/ burnout and life transitions.

I welcome adults 25 and older looking for help with complex life transitions, high-stress situations, and high stress careers. I specialize in issues of mortality, grief, estrangement, loss, culture shock, codependency, career changes, burnout, and compassion fatigue. If we are able, together, to gain a deep understanding of your problems in the full context of your life, our goals will be to awaken or deepen your sense of self and purpose, to increase your sense of attachment and intimacy, to integrate your experience of yourself and others, to grow your ability to invoke your agency, and to increase your emotional resilience.

Are you struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Relationship problems, Grief, Transition in Personal life or Career, Parenting Difficulties, Trauma, PTSD, existential crises, lack of self confidence? Are you looking for someone to help you make sense of your emotional struggles and find ways to heal and thrive in life? Are you experiencing spiritual turbulence and would like help in getting back your balance and orientation in this rapidly evolving spiritual shifts in consciousness on the planet today?

I have been working in the field of Mental Health and Addiction for 20 years. I graduated with a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from CCSU. My main focus is trauma, centering on Addictions, including substance abuse, eating disorders and excessive spending, however, I am also experienced working with clients who have, depression, anxiety or trauma related symptoms. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults I believe strongly in recovery, use various therapeutic approaches to assist clients to live a productive and self directed life. And pets are always welcome so bring yours in.

You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I understand the importance of your psychological health in your everyday functioning and am committed to helping during this time. I offer a free consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior staff therapist at Greenwich Psychology group, I enjoy working with individuals who are committed to self-exploration and may be struggling with anxiety, depression, family concerns, and/or work issues. I work to create a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore your challenges and find ways to reconnect with your healthier and positive self.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor providing therapy in a private practice setting. I have been in practice for 20+ years providing both inpatient and outpatient psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. In previous positions, I was a Coordinator and Supervisor in the U.S. as well as internationally, which allowed me to work with a variety of clients utilizing several different approaches depending on the specific needs of the clients. I also used that knowledge in helping to train and supervise Master's Level Clinicians in working with their clients as well.

Do you find yourself conflicted within your thoughts and feelings? Do you spend a lot of mental energy trying to cope with your inner angst and turmoil or sadness or anger? maybe even rage? or Fear? Do you find yourself wishing you knew how to feel better emotionally so you could just be more happy in life? Our Feelings are a wonderful gift that makes us HUMAN but when our feelings are not balanced, when we are carrying unresolved issues from past, when we are flooded by feelings and not able to see things clearly, they provide the biggest pain and heartache in life. Would you like someone to help you with your inner struggle?

I have been working in the Helping Profession since 1992. I have worked as a Vocational Couselor, Clinical Care Manager, & a Licensed Psychotherapist. I enjoy meeting with people, getting to know them, and helping them to achieve their personal goals.

Many people call themselves a Christian and offer counseling. Conversely, Clinical Pastoral Counseling combines spiritual, emotional and clinical approach incorporating prayer and scripture. Christian therapy ensures we incorporate helping the whole person: Body Mind and Spirit.

What is a “mindful parent,” exactly? A mindful parent is the one that asks: how do I know that what I am doing is preparing my child mentally and emotionally for an increasingly complex future? How do I optimize the relationship I have with them right now to better ensure they become an adult that is empowered not entitled, self-reliant and compassionate, curious, and competent in a world of increasing artifice? Those are great questions and, luckily, we have the answers. Developmental research has identified ways you can enhance the parent-child relationship to prepare your child for a more secure, autonomous adulthood.

Therapy can be a powerful tool to address the challenges we all encounter, including those that arise in our relationships, our work, or as a result of life transitions or loss. I believe insights gained through the collaborative psychotherapy process can relieve symptoms, support meaningful connections to others, and promote the self-esteem and skills necessary to live a fulfilling life. I work with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal issues, and life transitions, including the adjustment to motherhood.

Psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to establish a healing relationship in which you can become aware of your strengths and challenges in a safe space in order to recognize the changes you want to make in your life and appreciate the qualities that are worth holding onto. Quite simply, it is a process of taking ownership of your own life. To help you do so, I provide a respectful, collaborative, and kind listening space. For me, it is most important that you feel that you are the expert in your life. I have found that this type of experience helps my clients enjoy a better quality of life and experience relief from distress.

Making changes in life takes a process, and more often than not we need support. I believe that people has the power to heal and find peace within themselves, either if they have to overcome life-challenging situations or to learn to live through them. I have a psychoanalytic and cognitive training which helps me to provide goal-oriented service, in a warm and confidential relationship. I am bilingual (Spanish- English) and certified EMDR therapist. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, a type of therapy aim to help people overcome trauma and anxiety related disorders among others.

Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut (LPC6847) and Florida (MH15337). Licensed in Psychology from the National University of Rosario, Argentina; (Mat. 2296, Rosario, Argentina). Master in Mental Health & Clinical Psychoanalysis, Instituto de Neurociencias y Salud Mental de Barcelona & Leon University, Spain. Psychoanalyst certified and member of the National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis (NAAP, NY).

I work with adults who have difficulties with depression, anxiety, phobias, marital and other relationship conflicts.I see individuals and couples. In addition, I work with teens and children who have school, family, or peer problems. As a psychotherapist with psychoanalytic training, I can help you to be able to: 1. Identify and understand root patterns of behavior that cause depression, anxiety or problems in personal, marital, and professional relationships, and in academic or work performance; and, 2. Learn how to make changes. I use a variety of treatment modalities, such as psychodynamic, behavioral and family therapy, as needed.

Individual suffering from emotional distress...psychologically minded, capable of insight....goals to be free of symptoms of distress..explore deeper issues including effect of family of origin on present functionning

I view therapy as a journey. I will walk with you and empower you to learn new ways of coping and thinking about current or past stressors. I am open, direct and affirming . I want to help individuals increase their satisfaction in life and relationships. I am trained to work with anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, trans youth issues, career counseling and family therapy- as well as school advocacy. I utilize CBT, DBT, EMDR, motivational interviewing and psychoanalytic study to see the ways in which the past may be affecting today. I enjoy working with teens, young adults, those seeking help in mid life and/or work transitions.

I work with individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal problems, and major life transitions. I draw from my psychodynamic training at NYU, postgraduate psychoanalytic certification, and two decades of experience to help you relieve distress, increase resilience, and improve your quality of life.