Dayna Hennings
Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a school psychologist with over 20 years experience. I received my Masters from Mercy College in New York. I am also a doctoral candidate at California Southern University.
Having also worked as a school psychologist for over 20 years, I am skilled at assessing and supporting school based functioning.
I currently practice in the state of Connecticut and am a skilled and experienced psychoeducational evaluator and counselor supporting a wide range of mental health needs.
First session
In out first session together, we will start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you are facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow up sessions.
Strengths
Having also worked as a school psychologist for over 20 years, I am skilled at assessing and supporting school based functioning. I also have extensive experience working with parents and families on family systems practices.
Ideal clients
With extensive experience in childhood development and school based psychological and academic functioning, I enjoy supporting children, families, and couples achieve their goals and work through their individual and collective challenges.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use a variety of CBT techniques to support clients strengths and to help them achieve their goals. CBT has been extensively researched and found effective for a range of mental health problems, including anxiety and depression.
Couples Counseling
I support couples using many proven methods researched and implemented by the Gottman Institute. I also support clients using BCT methods to address addiction and interpersonal marital functioning.
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
SFBT is a short-term goal-focused evidence-based therapeutic approach, which incorporates positive psychology principles and practices, and which helps clients change by constructing solutions rather than focusing on problems
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I use a combination of DBT techniques to support individual growth. At the heart of DBT, is to teach people how to live in the moment, develop healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate their emotions, and improve their relationships with others
Motivational Interviewing
I have extensive experience using Motivational Interviewing (MI) to support clients in exploring and resolving ambivalence, particularly around behavior change, emotional regulation, and lifestyle adjustments. In my practice, I use MI techniques such as open-ended questions, reflective listening, and affirmations to foster a collaborative and nonjudgmental space that empowers clients to identify their own motivations and take steps toward meaningful change.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions92 Croft Drive, Manchester, CT 06042