Dennis Konadu is a dually licensed provider (LICSW and LADC), who has 18 years of experience treating people with mental health disorders and specializes in substance use. Dennis graduated with his Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work in 2007 and has been practicing ever since. Currently, Dennis is in the process of completing a doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology (Psy.D) from Rivier University in New Hampshire. Beginning mental health treatment can be daunting at first. You may have questions or even feel uncomfortable about speaking with someone. This therapist can help you by providing care that is unique, empowering and respectful of your needs. Whether you are reading this for yourself or for someone you love, you have come to the right place. Please reach out so we can take the next step in your treatment, together.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Every client is unique in terms of the reasons they seek treatment and the results they get, therefore this therapist uses a client centered and empowerment approach in his work with patients. Using empirically supported treatments, we will develop a plan tailored to you, and work together to meet your needs (as a team). This therapist is here to listen to and collaborative with you on this journey. So, please let us hear from you.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
This therapist is respectful of, collaborates with and empowers his clients to be key players in their treatment. Great listening and communication skills, two of the most important factors to building strong therapeutic alliances with clients, are qualities that this therapist possesses. This therapist is open-minded in his approach, which creates a treatment environment that is welcoming to all!
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
This therapist has extensive experience working with clients ages 18 and older. This therapist provides therapy for most mental health conditions, and has specialization in people with substance use disorders. This therapist has been licensed as an alcohol and drug counselor (LADC) since 2009.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive-behavioral therapy stresses the role of thinking in how we feel and what we do. It is based on the belief that thoughts, rather than people or events, cause our negative feelings. This therapist assists clients in identifying, testing the reality of, and correcting dysfunctional beliefs underlying his or her thinking. This therapist then helps the client modify those thoughts and the behaviors that flow from them. CBT is a structured collaboration between therapist and client and often calls for homework assignments. CBT has been clinically proven to help clients in a relatively short amount of time with a wide range of disorders, including depression and anxiety.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an approach to developing or enhancing a patient’s motivation for change by using a communicating style that is collaborative, and patient centered. It encourages using listening skills with the patient that elicit motivation and commitment to change. The method of interaction when it comes to using MI is one of partnership, acceptance, compassion and evocation of the patient’s resources and motivation to change.