Charlie Berman
In our sessions together, we will identify your therapy goals and the most effective ways to work toward them. I work with adults in both individual and couples therapy, and I provide support to those who are seeking more satisfaction in life and greater ease with facing life's challenges. I utilize a collaborative approach, and I believe that a strong trusting relationship is the foundation to an effective therapy process. Whether you are seeking to address anxiety, depression, impacts of trauma, or a range of other difficulties, I will provide support as we work to develop new coping skills and move through life with a greater sense of ease. I believe that a compassionate listening ear can go a long way and that oftentimes, self-reflection and vulnerability are the first steps toward a new way forward. I believe that all individuals possess unique strengths and that an individualized approach is a crucial part of the therapy process. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you and support you on your journey.
First session
My hope is that you will leave your first session feeling a sense of relief, a sense of reassurance, and a sense of hope. It can be intimidating to start therapy, and one of my goals is to offer a safe space where clients can feel accepted as they are and can know that they are supported in their desire to make changes. Life can be challenging, and I want our work to feel like a supportive and collaborative process right from the start.
Strengths
I feel strongly that an individualized approach is crucial to an effective therapy process, and I take the time to know each client as a unique individual so that we can collaboratively navigate the best methods to utilize. I tend to take a conversational approach to therapy sessions, and I provide a compassionate listening ear while also challenging viewpoints and offering alternate perspectives. I enjoy consistently gaining knowledge about a range of therapeutic modalities so that we can utilize different techniques from different approaches to ensure your sessions are truly tailored to you.
Ideal clients
I work with adult individuals and couples coping with challenges related to anxiety, depression, and/or the impacts of past traumatic events. I work with people of all races and genders, and I typically work with individuals who are 25 years old and older. I find it valuable when clients have goals in mind, and I am also happy to support clients who are unsure of exact goals and may need support in identifying them. If you find that you're feeling stuck in some way and are looking to navigate life with a greater sense of ease, I would be happy to support you on your journey. I look forward to supporting you whether you have a concrete idea of exact therapy goals, whether you aren't sure your goals but know that you'd like some support in life, or anything in between.
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Virtual sessions
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- ConnecticutLicense 58.014980
- MassachusettsLicense LICSW1121596