Therapists in 06880

It is my goal to help my clients better understand themselves and work toward achieving their personal goals together. That starts with a relationship built on trust, empathy and compassion. Whatever your current or ongoing struggle is about, if you possess a willingness to be present as an active participant in your counseling sessions, and can be patient, creative, and flexible when learning and applying tools or techniques outside of our sessions, you are capable of making meaningful and lasting change.

We became psychotherapists to help support others through life's challenges. From relationships to family to career, life can be a roller coaster of events. We believe that creating some space in your life, even just one hour a week, can be very beneficial to your health and overall well being. As the saying goes when flying on an airplane, "...make sure to put the oxygen mask on yourself first before attempting to help others around you." This is crucial. If you are not well, how can you help take care of those around you?

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

If you are reading this profile you have come to a point in your life where you have an issue, or issues, which have become unmanageable. Most likely you have tried to find answers for yourself, to no avail. I am able to provide a safe place (and an empathetic atmosphere) that will enable you to explore these issues, understand them, as well as be able to find solutions or discover better ways to manage them.

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.

This world is tough, and everyone has a story; usually one of resilience, compassion, and courage – even if you struggle to see it in yourself. If there is something in your story that feels “stuck”, or if part of your story still affects you to this day in ways that just do not work for you, come share it with me. As your therapist (aka professional secret keeper) I will work with you to help find meaning, peace, and a better understanding of your own personal journey.

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.