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SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Danbury, CT 06811
Agora aceitando novos clientes! Você está exausto de carregar o peso da ansiedade? A luta para passar o dia com depressão faz você querer ficar na cama? Você está sobrecarregado pela pressão da sociedade para se manter positivo e se esforçar mais? Problemas de saúde mental podem fazer com que até as tarefas mais pequenas pareçam impossíveis. Você não pode se afastar dos pensamentos negativos em sua mente por tempo suficiente para atingir seus objetivos. Você quer se envolver com a vida e estar presente com seus entes queridos, mas tudo parece muito esforço.
Agora aceitando novos clientes! Você está exausto de carregar o peso da ansiedade? A luta para passar o dia com depressão faz você querer ficar na cama? Você está sobrecarregado pela pressão da sociedade para se manter positivo e se esforçar mais? Problemas de saúde mental podem fazer com que até as tarefas mais pequenas pareçam impossíveis. Você não pode se afastar dos pensamentos negativos em sua mente por tempo suficiente para atingir seus objetivos. Você quer se envolver com a vida e estar presente com seus entes queridos, mas tudo parece muito esforço.
(203) 987-6628 View (203) 987-6628
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Elaine Almeida
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
Life is a series of transitions that can create anxiety and other emotions or feelings that are difficult to maneuver. I offer support through these transitions working with the mind, body, and spirit. I have a holistic approach I believing in the importance of all aspects of a person for whole health and healing.
Life is a series of transitions that can create anxiety and other emotions or feelings that are difficult to maneuver. I offer support through these transitions working with the mind, body, and spirit. I have a holistic approach I believing in the importance of all aspects of a person for whole health and healing.
(203) 580-6981 View (203) 580-6981
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SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Danbury, CT 06811
Is depression or anxiety keeping you from engaging with life as you want to? Are your relationships suffering because of communication issues or mental health problems? Have you tried therapy in the past but stopped because it felt impersonal or formulaic? Dealing with mental health issues affects how you think about yourself, interact with loved ones, and how much effort you can use to chase your goals. If you’re ready to find positive solutions to your mental health and relationship issues, therapy with a person-centered approach may help.
Is depression or anxiety keeping you from engaging with life as you want to? Are your relationships suffering because of communication issues or mental health problems? Have you tried therapy in the past but stopped because it felt impersonal or formulaic? Dealing with mental health issues affects how you think about yourself, interact with loved ones, and how much effort you can use to chase your goals. If you’re ready to find positive solutions to your mental health and relationship issues, therapy with a person-centered approach may help.
(203) 902-3912 View (203) 902-3912
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Dr. Wendy Levy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again, and expecting different results. Many of our pitfalls, our "relapses" in behavior, are related to maladaptive patterns with family or intimate partners. Our work in therapy is to understand these patterns and learn how to change them. If depression is dwelling in the past, and anxiety is living in the future, our therapeutic goal is to live in the present, towards a more authentic and mindful reality.
Einstein defined insanity as doing the same thing over and over again, and expecting different results. Many of our pitfalls, our "relapses" in behavior, are related to maladaptive patterns with family or intimate partners. Our work in therapy is to understand these patterns and learn how to change them. If depression is dwelling in the past, and anxiety is living in the future, our therapeutic goal is to live in the present, towards a more authentic and mindful reality.
(203) 826-8092 View (203) 826-8092
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Carla Pileggi Caviola
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA- LPC, LMHC, PSI, MLCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06907  (Online Only)
Carla is honored to join clients in their journey of intentional & transformational growth. She provides empathy & warmth, while tailoring effective interventions & strategies so clients can move forward with agility towards their goals. Carla provides culturally sensitive therapy & loves working with people of various cultures & backgrounds. She is specialized in supporting women/infants & families during pregnancy & the postpartum period. She is a clinical supervisor and certified coach, specialized in transitional and leadership coaching. Services are provided in English, Portuguese and Spanish languages.
Carla is honored to join clients in their journey of intentional & transformational growth. She provides empathy & warmth, while tailoring effective interventions & strategies so clients can move forward with agility towards their goals. Carla provides culturally sensitive therapy & loves working with people of various cultures & backgrounds. She is specialized in supporting women/infants & families during pregnancy & the postpartum period. She is a clinical supervisor and certified coach, specialized in transitional and leadership coaching. Services are provided in English, Portuguese and Spanish languages.
(203) 916-0986 View (203) 916-0986
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Healing Light Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Stonington, CT 06359  (Online Only)
Greetings! I am a passionate and compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor. I am passionate in terms of helping people with their own journey while exploring and reflecting together on the aspects of their lives which detract from one’s life purpose. I am compassionate when supporting and assisting others with different needs. I believe our mental health is connected to our overall sense of well-being. My commitment to the client involves offering a safe, supportive and non-judgment space, where, together, we can address their respective issues/concerns.
Greetings! I am a passionate and compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor. I am passionate in terms of helping people with their own journey while exploring and reflecting together on the aspects of their lives which detract from one’s life purpose. I am compassionate when supporting and assisting others with different needs. I believe our mental health is connected to our overall sense of well-being. My commitment to the client involves offering a safe, supportive and non-judgment space, where, together, we can address their respective issues/concerns.
(860) 590-8408 View (860) 590-8408
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Clinical Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LADC, LPC, CCS, MAC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, CT 06798  (Online Only)
I believe that transformation is possible for every person and that each client is a unique individual who needs to be understood from their personal worldview. I can help you identify coping skills for difficulties you are having - addiction, anxiety, trauma, anger, depression, divorce; and strategies to help you become empowered and in touch with your feelings. I can help you resolve the problems for which you are seeking treatment but also to help you to identify your strengths that will allow you to experience happiness and peace within yourself and others, and to live a life that you envision!!
I believe that transformation is possible for every person and that each client is a unique individual who needs to be understood from their personal worldview. I can help you identify coping skills for difficulties you are having - addiction, anxiety, trauma, anger, depression, divorce; and strategies to help you become empowered and in touch with your feelings. I can help you resolve the problems for which you are seeking treatment but also to help you to identify your strengths that will allow you to experience happiness and peace within yourself and others, and to live a life that you envision!!
(203) 349-3270 View (203) 349-3270
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SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Danbury, CT 06811
I am accepting new clients via teleheath due to the current pandemic.
I am accepting new clients via teleheath due to the current pandemic.
(475) 323-6402 View (475) 323-6402
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SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hartford, CT 06103
Is your family struggling to connect? Do you feel like the older your children get, the more difficult it is to communicate? Has your family experienced domestic violence or substance abuse? You want a harmonious home with shared experiences that foster close relationships. Maybe you feel lost and unsure of what to do. Family therapy can help your family connect through effective communication, boundary setting, and trauma healing.
Is your family struggling to connect? Do you feel like the older your children get, the more difficult it is to communicate? Has your family experienced domestic violence or substance abuse? You want a harmonious home with shared experiences that foster close relationships. Maybe you feel lost and unsure of what to do. Family therapy can help your family connect through effective communication, boundary setting, and trauma healing.
(860) 362-2550 View (860) 362-2550
Augusta Mattar Colodette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bridgeport, CT 06606
My name is Augusta Mattar Colodette and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and their families. My interventions are strength-based and individualized to meet your specific needs. I look at both the current challenges an individual may be facing as well as the underlying issues that may be contributing to these challenges. The focus is on strengths to make healthy decisions, to develop the solutions needed to move forward and increase self-awareness. I use creative activities that may help children and adolescents to process through their thoughts and emotions.
My name is Augusta Mattar Colodette and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and their families. My interventions are strength-based and individualized to meet your specific needs. I look at both the current challenges an individual may be facing as well as the underlying issues that may be contributing to these challenges. The focus is on strengths to make healthy decisions, to develop the solutions needed to move forward and increase self-awareness. I use creative activities that may help children and adolescents to process through their thoughts and emotions.
(203) 601-7291 View (203) 601-7291
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SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A
Verified Verified
Danbury, CT 06811
Now accepting new clients! Are you exhausted from carrying around the weight of anxiety? Does the struggle to get through your day with depression make you want to stay in bed? Are you overwhelmed by society's pressure to stay positive and try harder? Mental health issues can make even the most minor tasks seem impossible. You can’t get away from the swirling negative thoughts in your mind long enough to accomplish your goals. You want to engage with life and be present with your loved ones, but it all seems like too much effort. You need someone to guide you out of the dark and help you find your path to wellness.
Now accepting new clients! Are you exhausted from carrying around the weight of anxiety? Does the struggle to get through your day with depression make you want to stay in bed? Are you overwhelmed by society's pressure to stay positive and try harder? Mental health issues can make even the most minor tasks seem impossible. You can’t get away from the swirling negative thoughts in your mind long enough to accomplish your goals. You want to engage with life and be present with your loved ones, but it all seems like too much effort. You need someone to guide you out of the dark and help you find your path to wellness.
(203) 769-9410 View (203) 769-9410
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SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Danbury, CT 06811
Are you feeling Depressed? Are you constantly anxious and worried about your future? Are you having a difficult time developing and maintaining healthy relationships? You are not alone. Many individuals feel the same you do. The good new is that there is hope. With our support, you will be able to live a healthier, abundant and meaningful life. Develop and enjoy healthy and loving relationship with your yourself and others. Gain the ability to cope and self regulate your emotions when you are not feeling to your optimal. You will be able to obtain the tools that will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
Are you feeling Depressed? Are you constantly anxious and worried about your future? Are you having a difficult time developing and maintaining healthy relationships? You are not alone. Many individuals feel the same you do. The good new is that there is hope. With our support, you will be able to live a healthier, abundant and meaningful life. Develop and enjoy healthy and loving relationship with your yourself and others. Gain the ability to cope and self regulate your emotions when you are not feeling to your optimal. You will be able to obtain the tools that will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
(475) 253-5203 View (475) 253-5203
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Revive Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waterbury, CT 06708
Trilingual (Spanish and Portuguese) Therapy and Medication Management services provided. Therapy is built on trust and mutual respect. Our therapists focus on building up clients to be self sufficient and provide the skills needed at particularly difficult times in life. They have extensive experience in working with a wide variety of mental health disorders and substance abuse. Therapists focus on children, adults, couples and family work. We have traditional CBT & DBT therapy, along with EMDR and substance abuse treatment.
Trilingual (Spanish and Portuguese) Therapy and Medication Management services provided. Therapy is built on trust and mutual respect. Our therapists focus on building up clients to be self sufficient and provide the skills needed at particularly difficult times in life. They have extensive experience in working with a wide variety of mental health disorders and substance abuse. Therapists focus on children, adults, couples and family work. We have traditional CBT & DBT therapy, along with EMDR and substance abuse treatment.
(203) 408-1734 View (203) 408-1734
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Rivia Mind
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
At Rivia Mind, we focus on both treatment and prevention. We believe in listening to each patient and creating a partnership to work on maintaining and improving lifelong health. We are a treatment center that offers up to date, evidence based treatment for a wide range of psychological struggles that get in the way of you living life to the fullest. A consultation begins with a comprehensive evaluation and a personalized treatment plan to help you reach your goals.
At Rivia Mind, we focus on both treatment and prevention. We believe in listening to each patient and creating a partnership to work on maintaining and improving lifelong health. We are a treatment center that offers up to date, evidence based treatment for a wide range of psychological struggles that get in the way of you living life to the fullest. A consultation begins with a comprehensive evaluation and a personalized treatment plan to help you reach your goals.
(646) 974-9837 View (646) 974-9837

Sexual Abuse Therapists

How do therapists treat sexual abuse?

A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.

Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?

Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.

How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?

Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.

Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?

As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.