Therapists in Connecticut

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!

There are lots of ups and downs in life… twists… and turns. Some people choose to navigate difficulties alone. However, you are likely reading this because you are tired of doing it all by yourself. You’re thinking about a little help and support. Reaching for help is a wise thing. It is a sign of health that I value deeply. I am Jim Hughes. I have over 30 years of experience as a Specialty Clinician. I'm a former faculty member of the UMASS STRESS REDUCTION CLINIC that was featured on Bill Moyers' Healing and the Mind. I got my start working with Children at a crisis shelter, Casa De los Ninos, and in the trenches at The Arizona Children’s Home in Tucson Arizona. Moved by the profound transformations I witnessed, I moved east and attended graduate school as I worked at Wellspring, a long-term therapeutic community in Bethlehem Connecticut with mentor Richard Beauvais. Upon graduation, I worked for the renowned UMASS STRESS REDUCTION CLINIC with Jon Kabat-Zinn teaching meditation and stress reduction in the hospital. In all my endeavors, mindfulness-based stress reduction is the key ingredient to help heal through difficult emotional and medical issues, challenging adult relationships, intimacy issues, anxiety, depression, and internet and pornography addiction. In addition, I am particularly interested in helping people with chronic stress and anxiety and medical problems such as panic attacks, stress, anxiety, heart disease, hypertension, A1C issues, diabetes, chronic pain, cancer and other medical issues.

Hi, I’m Samantha Czaja, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing therapy for children, teens, and adults ages 5 and up. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University and have been practicing since 2019. I have worked in diverse settings including schools, community clinics, an Extended Day Treatment (EDT) program, outpatient care, and crisis work. These experiences have allowed me to support individuals and families from varied cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. My trauma-informed and culturally responsive approach is grounded in the belief that therapy is a collaborative space where your voice guides the journey. I specialize in helping clients manage ADHD, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, substance use, and family-related challenges. Whether you are navigating difficult family dynamics, processing loss, or seeking support for yourself or your child, I tailor our work to your unique strengths and goals. My approach combines warmth, honesty, and practicality. I use evidence-based methods including solution-focused therapy, strengths-based work, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing. Through skill-building in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness, we work together to develop tools that promote resilience and lasting change. Having supported families extensively, I understand how relationships impact well-being and strive to create a safe and respectful environment for healing and growth. Reaching out for support is a brave step. I am here to walk alongside you with empathy, insight, and encouragement.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 25 years experience. I believe in a personalized therapy journey and use my experiences and creativity to help create a plan. I have worked with school aged children in intensive programs and adults and the geriatric population in an inpatient setting. My private practice has covered most everything in between.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Connecticut with over 25 years of experience supporting adolescents and young adults. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Connecticut in May 1999 and have worked as a school social worker for most of my career. I have been dedicated to helping young people navigate the challenges of adolescence and early adulthood. I find great fulfillment in building strong, supportive relationships with my clients and empowering them to thrive both emotionally and socially.

I am an open minded, Compassionate therapist with over 20 five years of experience in the field. I am deeply committed to helping individuals navigate difficult life experiences while fostering a sense of balance, clarity, and emotional well being. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative, creating a space where clients feel safe, heard, and understood. I work alongside my clients to help them discover their strengths, gain insight, and move toward a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

As a licensed professional counselor, I assist to identify challenges, process feelings and to create appropriate solutions. I provide services with a non-judgmental, positive and therapeutic relationship in order to make appropriate changes to your improve quality of life. My primary method is a Client Centered Approach to treatment, one that allows for a better perspective to support you with your current challenges.