Karen Silva
Karen Silva
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
New clients continue care with this provider
In walking life’s path we can encounter crossroads, or obstacles, which block our ability to see ahead. We might get flooded with anxiety, or bogged down by choice; pausing our journey. One positive way to resume progress is to gain insight into the challenge, and find a next step. Taking that step shifts perspective, enabling the discovery of yet more steps.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
We start with brief introductions, then complete a few assessments to aid in identifying possible underlying causes to your challenges. This will help me create a specific plan for us during follow-up sessions.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
As a compassionate, trauma-informed listener; I support you in your travels, pointing out observations based on my own life and parenting experiences, and various training and professional degrees.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
Successful clients begin to view challenges as a way to build understanding, transforming difficulties into opportunities for growth.
About Karen Silva
Karen Silva offers therapy covered by Husky Health and Medicaid in Connecticut.
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VirtualMy treatment methods
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
I have used IFS for over 7 years as my trauma informed model. I use IFS, combination with Cognitive, and Solution Focused Therapies as needed, to help reduce anxious and depressive symptoms which can stem from underlying trauma.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I combination with Dialectic, Polyvagal, and Solution Focused Therapies to help with emotional regulation to reduce symptoms.