LCSW, 18 years of experience
Dennis Konadu is a veteran of the US Army, and a dually licensed provider (LICSW and LADC). Dennis 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 (PsyD) 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.
Every client is unique in terms of the reasons they seek treatment and the results they get, therefore Dennis 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. Dennis is here to listen to and collaborate with you on this journey. So, please let him hear from you.
Dennis 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 Dennis possesses. Dennis is open-minded in his approach, which creates a treatment environment that is welcoming to all!
Dennis has extensive experience working with clients ages 18 and older. Dennis provides therapy for most mental health conditions, and has specialization in substance use disorders. Dennis has been licensed as an alcohol and drug counselor (LADC) since 2009.
Dennis Konadu offers therapy covered by Husky Health and Medicaid in Connecticut.
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 their thinking. This therapist then helps the client modify those thoughts and the behaviors that result 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, anxiety and substance use.
Motivational Interviewing (MI) is an approach to developing or enhancing a patient’s motivation for change by using a communication 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.