Therapists in Woodbridge, CT

"Everyday is a good day, it's just that some days are better than others" This is my motto in my practice and in life. Finding a balance and true happiness starts with self, and having a therapist that is a good fit for you is a start. Asking for help and seeking counseling is the first step. I take pride in the therapeutic relationship and strive to help my clients get to the next level of realistic and ideal change in their lives to reach their full potential.

For an appointment text 203-214-7226. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with more than 22 years experience, I believe the best way to conduct therapy is through understanding the relationship you have with yourself first. This relationship then translates to happier connections with others including parents, spouse, partner, and co-dependent relations including various addictions. By improving your relationships in all aspects of your life, you will see results in decreasing your anxieties and depression. Accepting HUSKY, BCBS, etc.

I view psychology and mental health from the lens of how we work in our environmental and family groups. I am a family therapist who looks at individuals as part of a network of mental health needs. Even when I work with the individual, family and community matters to me.

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.

Each person's path to therapy is unique, therefore so is my approach. I have extensive training in helping people who struggle with many forms of depression, anxiety, childhood pain, self-esteem, relationship stresses and trauma. Whenever your concerns may have started in life, we can address them openly and with the patience and kindness you deserve. My approach is direct in nature, while also being very supportive in order to treat the whole person. In session, you'll experience the traditional methods of psychotherapy, as well as integrated meditation, mindfulness and other strategies to help the process as needed.

I am the owner and a primary therapist in my practice, Premier Counseling Services (PCS). I have been practicing clinical social work for 14 years. I use a variety of treatment techniques and interventions, but they are all built upon a safe, and trusting therapeutic relationship. I have experience working with all age groups with a special focus in the treatment of depression, anxiety, self-esteem building, family/marital relationships and infertility counseling. It takes courage to ask for help, and I believe the best therapy includes client/therapist collaboration and using your strengths to address your areas of concern.

Dr. Christian is a psychologist, licensed in New York and Connecticut, and a trained psychoanalyst with over 20 years of clinical experience helping patients with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor, Yale School of Medicine, Dept. of Psychiatry; faculty Western New England Psychoanalytic Society. He has taught and supervised in doctoral programs at City College, the New School for Social Research, and the Psychology Internship Program at Yale. He has been a staff psychologist at Beth Israel Medical Center and New York Methodist Hospital.

I have openings for group psychotherapy. It includes 2 sessions of individual intakes before joining a group. I have been in private practice for 35 years treating a wide range of personal and emotional issues for professionals, artists, creative individuals, young adult women, mothers, career women, men in relationships, teenagers in stressful family relationships, parents wanting to improve parent-child relationships of all ages, and couples. I am a Certified Group therapist and Board certified in Group Psychotherapy. I have an ongoing Women's Group in the evening.

Limited Openings Available as of 4/1/23! As humans, our number one need is connection. Therapy is a place to find connection, comfort and understanding. I believe that the collaborative relationship that is created in therapy is a powerful tool for positive and lasting change. I assist my clients in raising awareness of unconscious processes and how they impact our relationships, as well as our abilities to cope and care for ourselves. I offer a safe place and opportunity for you to explore your concerns while learning healthy and effective ways to manage intense feelings and resolve problems.

Melissa Pagan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Melissa specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, behavioral issues, child therapy, family conflict, parenting, self-esteem, relationship issues, and major life transitions.

Cristina Perera is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) that has been working in private practice for over 15 years, working with an eclectic range of adults and seniors, from trauma survivors of 911 and the Sandy Hook shootings to everyday families looking for support and expert care. She specializes in treating abuse, trauma, depression, family conflict, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, and more. She earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Southern Connecticut State University and has been a Keynote Speaker on behalf of The National Collation for Domestic Violence.

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).

Therapy is not about fixing you as if you're broken. To me, it's about recovering from suffering, and connecting deeply and authentically to your thoughts, feelings, desires and dreams. It can be difficult to begin a new therapy relationship and be vulnerable, especially when relationships have been harmful in the past. I think taking the risk anyway reflects an inherent pull toward repairing the old wounds that restrict our capacity to live freely and joyfully. I love working with LGBTQIA folks, relationships, trauma, and difficulties with shame, self-love and acceptance.

Difficult experiences in life can bring up feelings of anxiety, depression, or lack of direction, it can be hard to know what to do. I approach psychotherapy from a place of empathy, non-judgment and I tailor my treatment approach to each unique individual I work with. With compassion and honesty, I aim to help you work through issues and identify your inner strengths to be a more happier and healthier version of you. My specialization as a therapist, researcher and educator has been in loss and complicated grief, as well as with those who are experiencing serious illness.

I aspire to view the world from your perspective, gaining insight into your thoughts, emotions, and struggles. In my counseling sessions, I strive to create a calm and compassionate environment, fostering healing and growth. Within this safe space, you can freely express yourself, knowing you are in a non-judgmental environment. Together, we will build a bond of trust and openness, exploring your emotions and experiences.