Kristen Larson-Samalus
Kristen Larson-Samalus
(she/her)
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Connecticut and soon to see Massachusetts people. I have started using IFS and KAP, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. You can work with just me or you can use me as the psychedelic clinician and for ketamine assisted psychotherapy. I received my master's from Springfield College and have been practicing for 15 years. I practice a integrative, multicultural, practice of compassionate healing and growth. You are not just lectured at or listened to, we come together to help spark that part of you that was always there. We create more of a learning and practicing environment until it feels natural. Everyone starts out in life learning from their experiences and those who raise us. Later we can add more effective communication approaches, gain a deeper understanding, and efficient, empathetic problem solving. We've led people to a better understanding of themselves and accomplishment of their goals.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
We will get to know each other better for the first session and I will get some background information about you, your hopes, needs, and history.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I've developed a tried-and-true playbook for helping you (a) identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I offer individualized treatments, specializing in grief, trauma, healthy communication, mindfulness, NVC, & CBT. We now work with individuals and families with co-occurring disorders. We also offer KAP/ketamine treatment, are starting to integrate IFS and EMDR.
About Kristen Larson-Samalus
Kristen Larson-Samalus offers therapy covered by Husky Health and Medicaid in Connecticut.
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30 Terry Rd, Hartford, CT 06105Appointments
Virtual & in-personMy treatment methods
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
I have been using IFS for the last 6 months. I am very excited and happy to offer people a way of working with themselves that is eye opening, somatic, and deeply moving. It can surprise you!
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I believe this is important for any treatment to slow down and notice. Once awareness comes then we can work on the changes that you may want to make.