Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Storrs Mansfield, CT

Are you a person of faith who has been experiencing difficulties in life? Have you found yourself asking, "If God is all-good and all-powerful, why is there so much evil in the world, and in my own life?!" Have your emotions taken a turn for the worse? Do you find yourself depressed and/or anxious - more often than not? Have you been turning to alcohol and/or drugs to "kill the pain?" Are you plagued by, or living in, the past, and/or filled with fear and uncertainty regarding the future? Finally, do you want to find a way out of all the overwhelming & frustrating emotions that have been putting your life on "pause?"

My approach is person-centered, compassionate, and non-judgmental. In person or telehealth sessions are available depending on your individual needs. With either format, I aim to provide a safe space for you. I utilize a holistic approach and will meet you where you are in order to achieve your goals. I will also incorporate spirituality and faith into our sessions (if appropriate), as it may fit your needs and help to achieve your goals. If you are seeking treatment for your child, I also offer parenting coaching and support in order to treat the full family system.

My 35 years of clinical experience have taught me that clients often face many life challenges at the same time. These include problems with depression and anxiety, substance abuse or other addictive behaviors and interpersonal conflicts of many types. We all strive to achieve some measure of life satisfaction and happiness, at times needing support and guidance as to how we can view these challenges differently and make new and healthier choices to improve chances of reaching our goals.

Choosing a therapist to help guide you on your life's journey can be difficult. Congratulations on taking this step! With nearly 30 years of clinical experience I have come to believe that it is the relationship between therapist and client that supports client growth and change. I provide a gentle, challenging approach to guide your journey in identifying, understanding and actualizing your goals. My areas of specialty include trauma and loss, grief work, men's issues and those challenges associated with aging and retirement. I accept most major insurance companies and sliding fees are available if needed.

It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice much. Paying more attention to the present, your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you can improve your mental well-being. I empower clients to gain the skills needed to reach their goals, understand and regulate their emotions, and improve mindfulness and acceptance through a nonjudgmental and collaborative approach. I treat clients with Depression, Anxiety and Panic related disorders, PTSD, Individual and Family transitions, Relationship Issues, Grief and loss, Substance use, Dual Diagnosis, Intrusive Symptoms, and Severe and Persistent Mental Illness.

I seek to come alongside people with empathy, respect, and validation as they seek to improve their mental health and relationships. I enjoy teaching them new coping skills that will better their lives in noticeable, lasting ways. I encourage them to explore how their emotions, thoughts, actions, physical health, spirituality, and relationships are interconnected and part of the healing process.

Personal power is a phrase often said, but not always understood. Owning the impact of the choices you make, comes with recognizing the power your voice and behavior have on your future. The journey I have chosen has offered me the understanding of the physical and emotional impact of change, by owning my power to have the life I want. I want to offer you the support we all require, to consciously begin your journey to own your power to change your life.

Life isn't always predictable or go the way we planned. Helping to guide and support others through their journey has always been my calling. I have had the pleasure of working with children, adolescents and their families for the past 10 years as they take steps towards personal goals. I have a range of experience from residential treatment, crisis intervention to outpatient care. I am capable in treating many mental health issues including depression, anxiety, ADHD and self-harming behaviors.

Forming a family can be difficult business and new parents need a lot of support, validation, and education. You may be feeling hopeless, sad, angry, and anxious in a time in which you are "supposed" to be anything but. You may be feeling disconnected from your partner or like a stranger in your own skin. Postpartum mood disorders can look different among people - you might not be sure if you have one, but you know that this is not you. You are not alone! I am an allied licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in perinatal mental health in individuals.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor committed to helping adolescents, adults, and families process and manage difficult emotions, thoughts, and stressors to create more meaningful lives. If you need help taking life in a new direction, I provide guidance in navigating the associated small and big changes, and challenges along the way. Clients will implement strategies for positive change, and build skills for lifelong well-being.

As of March 4, 2024 the NAFI Outpatient Clinic has a waitlist of about 8+ weeks. NAFI Outpatient Clinic provides both in-person and telehealth therapeutic services as well as psychiatric evaluations/medication management services. We offer individual, family, and couples therapy for ages 6 through the lifespan. Our clinic has experience in servicing clients with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral management, family interaction issues, and trauma. Call or email us today to schedule an appointment or to learn more about the services we provide.