Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CT, with over 15 years of experience working with children, teenagers and adults. I have worked in the school system for over 10 years, and am well experienced helping folks with Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, ADHD, Learning Disabilities or Anxiety maximize their strengths, work through their challenges, and thrive. I also have experience helping folks experiencing symptoms related to trauma experiences improve their relationships and quality of life.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor in the states of Texas and Connecticut, as well as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida, I have more than ten years' experience in helping clients with effective, fairly rapid relief from the symptoms they have been experiencing--with many telling me that they feel significantly better after only a few sessions. Before going into private practice, I worked in a variety of clinical settings, including community/public mental health, managed care, and a psychiatric hospital. Although I work with a wide range of client concerns, I work especially often with clients identifying as LGBTQ and with couples. I have over ten years' experience in treating depression, anxiety, panic attacks, substance use and addiction, and in helping clients to improve their coping skills to better manage stress when it occurs in their lives. Past clients have often described me as compassionate but also as "blunt" and "no bullsh*t" (their words--not mine), helping them to achieve results often much more quickly than other therapists they have previously had.

Congratulations on taking the first steps to a healthier you. My name is Wendy and I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience. I believe the relationship with a client should be one that is filled with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. I utilize methods such as positive psychology and Solution-Focused Therapy styles along with motivational interviewing. This approach allows for you to be empowered to solve your own problems using your own abilities. This is a goal oriented approach to problem solving that often allows you to see the change you are looking for sooner. I also utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, but above all, I believe in meeting you where you are and supporting you every step of the way. I work with adults, adolescents and children. I am glad you have taken the first steps towards making a change in your life and I hope I can help you on your path towards a happier, healthier, you. When you are ready, I am here to support you.

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Connecticut. I have been practicing for over 10 years and offer short-term, solutions-focused therapy services. Short-term therapy, also known as brief therapy or time-limited therapy, is a type of mental health treatment that focuses on helping patients address current issues and make positive changes in their lives. Short-Term Therapy is: Goal-oriented, Solution-based, Present-focused, Structured, and Limited in time.

Hi, my name is Indra, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Masters from the University of Connecticut and have over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. My passion is bringing healing to people who have been through traumatic and stressful events and helping them re-discover their passion and purpose in life. I also love working with couples.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both CT and MA. I earned my Master's Degree at Central Connecticut State University and have been in practice for many years. I currently offer online telehealth therapy only. During our work together, we will focus on your strengths as part of the process of healing the pains of the past. I invite you to reach out, we can get started as soon as you are able.

I have over 17 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of Substance Abuse Disorders, Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, ADHD, Behavioral difficulties and emotional regulation. I am trained in a variety of different models including CBT//DBT /CPT Person Centered Approaches, Prolonged Exposure Therapy and Tf-CBT. I work with clients of all ages, as well as professional adults and military service members. I enjoy thinking "outside of the box", and implement that in my sessions. I enjoy thinking of creative approaches and utilizing a variety of different skills to help my clients. My goal is to assist the client, you, in developing healthy coping skills, while building a strong therapeutic relationship. I have worked with people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, male, female, non-binary, various sexual orientations, young and old, and I have always taken the approach that each person is unique; their issues are real, and I want to not only help them, but truly hear them and their stories.

My name is Rick Amaral, ACSW, LCSW. Let me begin by fully introducing myself and sharing with you my years of experience as a clinician, manager and director. I have been working with children, teens and adult in many different formats (i.e. individual, family work, group work) for over 30 years in both private practice, as well as with local community mental health agencies. I am also an Adjunct Professor at the local area colleges for the past 20+ years, teaching both psychology and sociology courses (both graduate and undergraduate level courses). In our sessions, I would like to utilize a strengths-based approach that works alongside you to identify areas that you would like to work on. Acknowledging that all cars come with rearview mirrors, I would like to spend some time hearing from you about past life events and journey that you think have contributed to your development (both positively and otherwise). My preferred way of assisting you is to focus on a Life Narrative format. Such narratives allow for many chapters, some written, many left to be written. When warranted, I will provide psycho-educational information on topics of interest (i.e. diagnosis, skill building, coping skills, mindfulness, etc..) and will share with you both local and community supports that you could draw upon after our time together has come to a close.

Hi, I'm Trish Do you ever feel like you are your own worst enemy? Or perhaps that you will never have the life you want and have dreamed of living? Reaching out for therapy takes both courage and humility, and I am honored to join you on your journey. We all have blind spots and often fail to give ourselves credit for the strengths and qualities that our uniquely ours. As a therapist, I will promise to help bring out your best, so that you can make the changes needed to welcome joy into your life. I bring a ton of life experience to my practice, having faced the challenges of establishing careers- yes, more than one- raising a family of four children and maintaining a very, very, very long marriage. I have lived in eight states and six countries, and count several different nationalities among my family members. My early career was in the business world, including a Fortune 10 company as a human resources manager and recruiter. I transitioned into non-profit leadership and have sat on several boards of directors. I gain a sense of meaning by accompanying you on your life journey, especially during challenging times. My greatest satisfaction is to help you to remove the obstacles that are keeping you from the joy of living and loving.

Hi! I'm Janet, an LCSW licensed in CT with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families. I also have a M.Ed. in elementary education and have taught in classrooms from Pre-K to Grade 8 in CT and NY. My passion has always been working with children, adolescents, and their families. In addition to offering virtual therapy, I work as a school clinician at a therapeutic high school that serves adolescents with extensive psychiatric histories. Some of my clients are residential and some of my clients live at home and commute to my school. In the past, I have worked in a domestic violence shelter and outreach center outside of Boston, the CT Birth to Three program, and intensive in home psychiatric programs in CT. Additionally, I have experience working in the foster care systems in CT and NY. Follow my professional instagram @heart_mind_soul_connection There is a fee for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice and a fee for no show appointments.

CT therapist passionate about joining women in their journey to growth, healing and moving forward through life’s transitions in creative and life-affirming ways. If you are experiencing the loss of a relationship, ambivalence about your career and the direction of your life or struggling with past negative life events that impact you, I can help provide a safe and supportive space to help guide you through the places where you feel stuck. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. Hello and welcome! I am Tara Murphy, LPC, LADC, EMDR certified therapist. I have been working in behavioral health for 25 years. My practice motto is "I won't have you try anything I haven't done myself."

Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut and North Carolina. I received my Masters degree from the University of Pittsburgh and have been practicing for 9 years. I have worked in schools, hospitals and private practice. I support adults to navigate a variety of life stresses and manage mental health that allows them achieve life goals and happiness in multiple aspects of life.

I have my bachelors degree in Psychology, a masters degree in Special Education and a Masters Degree in Social Work. I am a LCSW who went into this field to help others who needed support. I have worked in a variety of settings including inpatient, outpatient, in-home, school settings and addiction services. I take a strength based approach and believe that you (the client) are the expert on yourself. I am here to give you the tools to meet your goals. It is important to me that I am transparent and genuine with you and that I give you the told to be able to pave a path forward to achieve your goals. Although it's always the client's choice to do homework I do give homework after each session to strengthen skills in between sessions.

Have you ever felt misunderstood by family and friends? Find it difficult to trust others including professionals? Have difficulty being seen as a person and not your condition? Do you feel alone? Do you struggle with adapting and accepting your chronic illness or chronic pain? Let's talk! I can help you build tools to gain strength and confidence in managing your personal challenges. I empower adults with chronic illness/ pain or a history of abuse to take back their control and create healthy supports in order to stay on a path towards healing. Our experiences with our body or from how others treat us create unhealthy pathways for self regulation often exhibited as anger or anxiety. The compassion and guidance I provide will rewire those pathways allowing you to be the best version of yourself. In our sessions together, we will work on making small manageable changes through mindfulness, changing behaviors and embracing a positive healthy mindset. It’s often scary to start therapy for the first time or even to go back to therapy but it is the best self care gift you can give to yourself.

I listen and try to understand your situation and learn what it's like to be you. I can offer suggestions but I won't tell you what to do. I believe that my clients know what they need to do to help them heal, it might not be clear right away but after I am able to understand your problems we can work together to find solutions. It's a big step to seek counseling and to go into therapy. I respect everyone who wants to improve their mental health and well being. It isn't easy to seek help and allow oneself to be vulnerable and share ones' experience. I have listened to thousands of people and I am delighted hear everyone's story to see how I can help.

My name is Kiersten, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut. I graduated with my Masters in 2016 from Fordham University and have been practicing for 4 years. I treat clients from ages 18 and up. I have experience treating clients with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma and other mood disorders. I believe that there is always hope in any situation and that we can tailor any treatment to meet your needs.

I am a Bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut with 11 years of professional work experience. I hold a degree in Psychology and Counseling from the Interamerican University of PR. I prefer to have my sessions in Spanish but I do talk English as well. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, anger management, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, psychoticism and Substance abuse. I offer individual, couples, families and group therapy. I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! ***ATTENTION: If you do not show up for your intake session your case will be closed. There are 3 documents attached to your file that needs to be filled out before your first session. There is a cancelation fee policy if you do not contact and let me know 24 previous to your appointment. If your health insurance is Husky or Medicaid and you incur two no shows your case will be closed. You need to be pending on emails because this is my way to contact my clients, especially Sundays when I revised the schedule and make adjustments on timing.

I have extensive experience in serving adults, adolescents, children, and families by providing mental health counseling, domestic violence prevention, substance use prevention, addiction recovery, career counseling, family support, career coaching and education. I enjoy live theater productions, watching classic movies, reading biographies, listening to music, traveling, and spending time with family. I will look forward to working with you soon.

Hey there! I'm a Licensed Professional Counsellor (LPC) based in Connecticut. I received my Masters from the University of Hartford and have been practicing for over 5 years. I help children and young adults with their emotions so they can become the best versions of themselves. Through our work together it is my hope that you can become confident and have a large tool box of strategies to help you navigate whatever life experiences you encounter.

Hello! Let me start by saying you should feel proud that you have made it to this point, looking for a therapist and exploring the steps to feeling empowered and content. I thank you for considering me to be a part of your self exploration, and I would be delighted to work with you. Through my years of study and practice I am able to offer a unique viewpoint and understanding. I use my strong background to work with each client in a holistic context. Together we can examine how you exist in the world around you and how to best help you feel confident and successful in your life. I am here for the rough patches, the "I just need someone to talk to" times, and the navigating of traumas both old and new. I can help you develop new skills, hone coping strategies, manage feelings and stress, and support you in moving forward into a healthier, happier place in your life.

My name is Dr. Olushola Bakare, and I'm a board-certified Psychotherapist. I attended St Joseph College. I'm happy to help you today with any of your concerns. I enjoy empowering people and digging out their strengths. I don't ask fish to fly, neither do I ask birds to swim. I respect everyone's strengths and help my client recognize them. I love to highlight my client's strengths. I offer a safe, warm, therapeutic, judgment-free space for Adults (18+) and Older Adults (65+). I am sorry, but I do not accept clients who pay in cash. Also, every late cancellation or no-show accrues a late charge fee. It is my ethical duty to officially terminate our therapeutic relationship when it is reasonably clear that the client is no longer beneficent, services are no longer required, counseling no longer serves the client's needs and interests, or Dr. Olushola Bakare, LMFT limits do not allow the provision of further counseling services. It is the policy of Dr. Olushola Bakare, LMFT, that our professional relationship will be terminated after a one-month consistent lapse of meeting with a client. Dr. Olushola Bakare, LMFT, will attempt to notify you of this change in status as soon as possible after one month. My ethical duty is identifying, being available, and caring for current clients. It could feel awkward for our relationship to end, yet it is not meant to be discourteous in any way. I do not complete disability forms (Social Security, work excuse, FMLA, Court papers/legal papers, emotional support letters, etc).

When counseling, I look at the whole person not just the current situation. I take time to get to know you and understand your situation and/or concerns. I treat all my clients with the utmost respect and compassion. I use motivational skills to help my patients see their strengths and help them create achievable goals. I believe in breaking the big goal into smaller goals that lead to meeting that larger goal. I believe this creates positive reinforcement for my clients and improves their emotional health, during what could be a difficult time in their life. I look forward to helping you improve your mental health, one step at a time. I have 6 years of experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar, addictions and co-occurring.

I am a licensed clinical social worker who loves to work with people and help them to live their best life while learning how to view themselves in the world differently. I provide skills to help them manage negative thoughts and emotions, improve relationships and communicate more effectively. I offer a supportive, encouraging space for people to share their innermost thoughts and not feel judged and feel heard. I use an integrative treatment approach as I do not think one modality is best for everyone. I work with diverse clients such as teen, young adults, couples, families and first responders.

Hello, Welcome to Grow! As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my desire is to help my clients learn to help themselves through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). During my long term practice I have learned that my clients ability to understand their cognitive behaviors and how these interact with their emotions is key to discovering and changing their lives. Catch it! Check it! Change it!

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in CT and AK (pending). I graduated from Capella University with a Masters of Science (mental health counseling). I am currently working with adults with a variety of stressors: ADHD, anxiety, depression, motivation, disabilities, chronic illness, grief/loss and other phase of life issues in a trauma-informed, multicultural awareness, strength-based orientation using a variety of tools customized to the client.

Finding a therapist who you trust and feel heard by can be equally as challenging. But that’s where I would like to come in! I believe in building a strong, therapeutic alliance with the children and families I work with so that they feel validated, respected, and supported. My clients describe me as involved, nonjudgmental, enthusiastic, and easy to talk to. I respect all identities, I particularly enjoy working with LGBTQ+ youth, questioning individuals, and gender nonconforming folks. I place a strong emphasis on a family approach, which means I can include caregivers in treatment to maximize the benefits of a holistic and systematic approach. My areas of clinical specialty include: child/adolescent anxiety and depression, peer and family relationships, foster care/reunification/adoption, parenting/coparenting skills, gender affirming care, ADHD and neurodivergent individuals, anger management, and maximizing healthy family functioning.

PLEASE NOTE. WE WILL HAVE OUR FIRST APPOINTMENT VIRTUALLY, FOLLOW UP APPOINTMENTS WILL BE IN PERSON! HI! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CT. I have been in the mental health field for 15 years and a practicing therapist for 8 years! I’m most commonly found working with teenagers that struggle with family dynamics, ADHD, depression and anxiety. I love my littles as well and will provide a play based apps to supporting them with big feelings… And adults, life is hard! Very experienced in providing care to support life transitions, your parenthood journey or functioning as your best self in your relationships focused on communication, boundaries and that deep inner work! I’m a therapist that works with the lifespan, all ages have a place in my office! - please note, initial assessment will be virtual, follow up sessions will be in person unless otherwise discussed! Located in Berlin, CT

Throughout our therapeutic journey, I invite you to join me in growing and learning about yourself within the safe space we create together. With my client centered approach, you will always be the priority in our work together. My goal is to be genuine and honest with you at all times. Throughout my career and personal life, I have discovered that my heart is centered in working with young adults navigating career choices, the anxiety of the transition to adulthood and building healthy relationships; as well as guiding parents through the challenges of parenthood, pregnancy and postpartum. My experience as a school counselor for 6 years was the foundation for my love of young adulthood and the challenges faced in those times that aren’t spoken of enough. Now, as a mom of two young children I found a second passion of supporting individuals through parenthood, pregnancy and postpartum. I have found the most success for my clients utilizing cognitive-behavior therapy, mindfulness and meditation. These techniques increase gentleness, grounding, and relaxation. We often find ourselves needing a reminder to remain present in the moment as life around us moves so quickly. Combining these practices with learning to maintain positive thoughts and supporting stress management will be groundbreaking for your self development. I am so excited to meet you and begin your growth journey today.

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. 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.

Hello there! I am a dual Licensed Professional Counselor and School Counselor who is passionate about providing individualized therapy using a person-centered and holistic approach. I have a Masters in Counseling from The University of Saint Joseph, and I have experience working with clients of all ages. I believe that in a society where mental health can often be looked upon as an afterthought, it is especially important now more than ever that it is prioritized. I aim to create a collaborative working relationship that will ultimately lead to self-improvement and healing within a safe therapeutic environment. I use an interpersonal and relational-cultural approach in therapy meaning that one of my top priorities is getting to know the client as a whole person. This includes the many layers of a client’s identity and experiences. It is important to me that I place a large emphasis on client strengths and cultivate authenticity and empowerment so that they feel in control of their life. I believe therapy should be collaborative and depending on the need, I integrate a wide range of treatment options including CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Therapy. Some of my training includes working with anxiety/depression, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, trauma and abuse. My approach to counseling is rooted in my experience within therapeutic practice and my commitment to equity.

Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. My greatest passion is bringing healing to people who have been through traumatic and stressful events. I am passionate about taking an integrative approach to therapy, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), trauma informed, experiential and person centered techniques to treat the whole person and ensure that what is done in therapy is personalized, collaborative and unique to each client. My therapeutic approach is based on the belief that clients are in charge of their counseling experience. I have experience working with both teenagers, adults, and couples in outpatient settings, working in partnership with clients to utilize their strengths to help them sort out their challenges and achieve their goals. I acquired my Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling and then Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Post University. I view the counseling process as an alliance between both client and therapist and consider the client as the expert of their lives. Within the structure of the therapeutic relationship, clients can access their inner strengths and promote change. I hope to work with you soon!

Maxine L. Kibble LMFT, MA, PsyD Candidate intake+Maxine21932@growtherapy.com I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, Connecticut, and Utah. I have a Bachelor of Science in Education and Dance Therapy from New York University. I have two master's degrees: one in marriage and family counseling from the University of Phoenix and a second master's in clinical psychology from Alliant International University, California School of Professional Psychology. I am enrolled in the PsyD doctoral program at California Southern University and am scheduled to graduate on 05/2024. I have 20 years of experience as an educator, counselor, career counseling and researcher in psychology. As a licensed MFT therapist, my expertise is in the areas of substance abuse, prison populations, AB109s (felons)/290s (sex offenders), anger management, domestic violence, career counseling, and parenting supervision. In addition to individual, couples, and family counseling, I have experience with specific populations, such as transgender and LGBQ, with a particular cultural emphasis on identity formation. I have worked closely with psychiatrists regarding members who require medication management and assessments, diagnosing and creating for those individuals, couples, and families treatment plans counseling services. My clientele ranges from 6 to 75 years of age, and my therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral, Solution-Focused, Narrative therapy, and Supportive therapy. My foundation and belief system is based on being culturally sensitive when working with all clients to understand how they see their presenting problem within the context of their culture.

Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW, with more than 20 years of experience. I work with people of all ages. I hold a Bachelors degree in psychology from the University of Miami, as well as a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Pennsylvania. I have completed certifications in Trauma, Anxiety, and ADHD. I am working towards a certification in DBT.

Hi, I'm Michelle! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut and I want to start by saying how excited I am for you to be here! You are taking the first step in your healing journey and I encourage you to pause and celebrate this moment. Beginning this journey can be intimidating but it’s also incredibly empowering. I am passionate about supporting young adults 18+ who are struggling with self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and other challenges. My goal is to help those who feel lost, stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected move beyond these feelings and cultivate the life they truly desire—whether that means finding inner peace, building confidence, fostering compassion, deepening connections, or achieving a balanced life. Together, we will work to reframe unhelpful thinking patterns, develop assertive communication skills, define your core values, and set healthy boundaries. My aim is to empower you to create both the inner and outer world you envision, enhancing your overall well-being and quality of life. Additionally, I specialize in assisting those struggling with infertility. This journey can be emotionally taxing and isolating, affecting your relationships and other aspects of your life. I am here to provide a safe, understanding space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Step by step, we will navigate this challenging time together. When you're ready to take the next step in your healing journey, schedule our first session, and let’s work together to achieve your goals. If you do not see the appointment time you want please reach out to me directly to schedule. My contact information is provided on my website below. Visit my website to learn more https://www.relieveandrevivewellness.com/

Hello/Hola, my name is Diego Armando Peralta-Calderon, LPC. As a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Professional Counselor over the past 5 years I’ve cultivated a practice of peace centered guidance for clients. I believe in a mindfulness-based approach embracing the wholeness of the individual. I’m passionate about helping individuals of all walks of life. My approach is mindfulness-based and focuses on cultivating a person-centered environment where all are heard and seen. I draw from strength-based and relational cultural theories to provide an honest space through conversation to empower others. Navigating through life’s obstacles and immersing into your inner self, strengths and build meaningful connections. I provide compassionate support and fostering meaningful connections with my clients. I believe in the power of compassion and collaboration, and I’m here to support you every step of the way on your path to emotional well-being and personal growth.

Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Connecticut. I received my Masters of Social Worker from the Columbia University in 2002 and have been practicing clinical therapy in a variety of settings since then. I have over 22 years of experience supporting adolescents and adults who are suffering from trauma, depression, mood disorders, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, identity exploration, and eating disorders. I help assist each client with what they came to therapy to discover and become the best versions of themselves.

Welcome! I am a psychologist licensed in the state of Connecticut; I have been practicing as a psychologist for nearly 20 years. I take a mind-body approach to therapy to honor each individual's unique experience and history. I help individuals identify adaptive ways to cope with depression, anxiety, and PTSD so they may live fuller, more functional lives. I incorporate a mindfulness based approach to stress and mood management. I also help individuals navigate existential concerns to provide a deeper connection to one's inner landscape.