Hello, I am Dr. Felice Gerber, a psychologist who has been practicing for close to 30 years. I am currently based out of Connecticut. I work with clients who are struggling with depression or anxiety and assist them with developing effective coping skills to manage these feelings. In addition, I assist clients with ways to cope with life transitions including: marriage, divorce, new jobs, career changes, and relocation. I focus on identifying ways to empower my clients in their own lives.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During our first session, I will get to know you as a person. I will be sensitive to your needs and assist you in identifying goals for therapy. I try to take into account cultural factors as well and always strive to be client-centered. We will establish an "action plan" together.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a professional are my ability to be a good listener, my extensive experience in the field of mental health with a variety of populations, and my sensitivity to my clients needs.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I work with a variety of clients but primarily with people who find it challenging to cope with their emotions. By identifying dysfunctional thought patterns, we can work together to decrease painful emotions. At the same time, strengthening their resolve to lead a happier, more satisfying life.
About Felice Gerber
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive behavioral therapy to assist clients with identifying the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It has been successfully employed to assist people gain a better understanding of how their thoughts influence their emotions and their subsequent behaviors. By engaging in this process, together we can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression.
Motivational Interviewing
I use motivational interviewing (MI) to determine client's readiness to change dysfunctional behaviors. MI can be used across many avenues including: depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and addictive behaviors . Depending on one's level of motivation, I tailor my therapeutic approach to ensure the greatest chance of success and behavioral change.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
My approach to therapy is always person-centered. The client's needs come first and together we can work on the issues identified by the client, rather than imposed upon them. I focus on a non-judgemental, empathic approach to my work.
Integrative
I have experience working with clients with co-occurring disorders and use an integrated approach to working with them. It is important to understand the connections between substance use and mental health. A wholistic approach takes into account mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of an individual's life.