United Healthcare Student Resources Therapists in Connecticut

Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut. I got my Masters degree from Central Connecticut State University. I have been practicing for the past 12 years. I love helping people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, grief, and adjustment issues return to their previous levels of functioning prior to their clinical symptoms becoming a concern.

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 am a licensed clinical social worker (licensed in both Connecticut and Massachusetts) with over 25 years of professional social work experience, specializing in medical social work. My focus is assisting individuals or family members cope with a cancer diagnosis or life after cancer. In addition to that, I have a unique interest in, and experience with, helping folks manage end of life issues and cope with grief and loss. Other areas of interest for me include helping those coping with life transitions and assisting with executive and professional coaching, especially helping those working in healthcare. My role is support and guidance, utilizing an eclectic strength-based approach. I help individuals find their way through their unique journey with compassion and insight.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist, my commitment is to help my clients enhance their quality of life and make positive changes that will improve their overall wellbeing. My training in psychotherapy and family systems, combined with my license to diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, enables me to provide effective therapy within the context of marriage, couples, and family systems. I have extensive experience providing counseling services to individuals of all ages, as well as couples and families.

Hello! I’m Jennifer, a Licensed Professional Counselor offering virtual therapy in Connecticut. I specialize in ADHD, anxiety, eating disorders, OCD, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and tailored to your unique needs, creating a safe space for growth and healing. In our first session, we’ll complete a comprehensive assessment and set goals for our work together. I encourage questions and will guide you through a process that best supports your journey to lasting change. I understand how challenging it can be to navigate life's struggles alone. I’m here to support you with compassion and understanding, helping you work through your challenges and create positive change. If you're ready to take the next step towards healing, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can start your journey forward. **Please be advised that I am unable to provide medication management services**

Greetings! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who, for twenty years, has been helping others to live and lead their best lives. While my more recent work has been with Active-Duty service members and veterans, I have also worked extensively with adults of all ages in a variety of settings, such as inpatient and outpatient. I have far-reaching experience with helping people to manage addiction, process trauma and loss, cope with mental illness, and take on the challenges of everyday life. I earned my MSW and BS from the University of Utah, but I grew up in, and currently reside in, Connecticut. I hold the sanctity of the therapeutic relationship seriously and, as such, your comfort and privacy are exceptionally important to me.

Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Connecticut. I received my Masters from Southern Connecticut State University and have been in the helping field for over 10 years. My passion is helping adults reach their full potential and live a more fulfilling life. I have worked with people from all walks of life. I currently work in the substance abuse field helping adults work toward recovery goals at an outpatient unit after many years of home-based human service work. I have learned that over the years in the helping field, this work gets more fulfilling as you allow yourself to experience other areas in this field. I take pride in the work I do everyday as i'm able to help people reach their goals and I hope to continue doing this using this online platform.

Have you been considering therapy? What’s stopping you from engaging in therapy? One of my goals is to destigmatize and normalize therapy, particularly in marginalized communities and expand access to therapy. As a therapist, I hope to provide a safe, supportive, comfortable, judgment-free environment that allows one to feel comfortable enough to open up and share their story and experiences. My focus areas are individuals coping with life stressors, depression, anxiety, family relationships and other diagnoses and stressors that are impacting your daily functioning. It would be a pleasure to walk on this journey of healing and empowerment with you.

Welcome! I am a bilingual (Spanish-English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut and LICSW in Massachusetts. Drawing from evidence-based practices and a strong foundation in mental health, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to each individual needs. I'm an ally in the journey of self-discovery, understanding life and committing to living purposefully. I am deeply committed to providing culturally competent care. As a lifelong learner, I continuously update my knowledge and skills through ongoing professional development, ensuring that I can provide the most current and effective interventions to my clients,

You may be nervous about participating in therapy due to worries of feeling vulnerable or being judged. I work hard to provide an environment that is accepting and supportive and simultaneously looks for ways that increase growth and healing. My approach emphasizes skill-building, self-knowledge, and balance. My experience has included working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, family conflict, trauma, and other issues that accompany adolescence and adulthood. Together we'll explore the tools that will work for you in working through your issues and coming out stronger! I view my role in your life as being part of your team where I can help you determine what is best for you. It is through working together that I believe positive changes can occur.

Hi there! I'm Gily and I am glad you found me. Are you a mama feeling the invisible load of motherhood? Are you finding it hard to connect with your family and children because of burnout? Or are you a new mama feeling overwhelmed with life with a new baby? As a mother myself, I can say I’ve been on the other side of the motherhood trenches (and still am from time to time) and there’s nothing more isolating than navigating parenthood with limited support. I help mothers in all stages of their motherhood helping to regain joy and control back into their lives. Parenting is not easy, and together we can identify ways to overcome specific challenges and stressors. With my client-centered and nurturing approach, I'll provide you with a safe place, free from shame and judgment, for you to share your feelings. Whether you have a strong-willed child, suffer from depression or anxiety, carry most of the child-rearing tasks, or simply need someone to talk to, I'm here for you. Together we can get you to be the mother you want to be.

Hi there, I'm Annika Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with your relationships, work and health? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? I help high performers manage anxiety and avoid burnout. Together, we can identify what's not working and get you back to balance. We'll use a whole self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit. I also integrate mindfulness, journaling to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself. Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back. Let's work together!

Welcome! My name is Karen Fahey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience. I work with individuals and couples ages 18 and up. In a safe and supportive environment, my approach is compassionate, nonjudgmental and collaborative. I use a holistic approach with a goal of healing, change and integration. I strive to help individuals live through their pain and get to a place where they love themselves and where they can be freer to absorb love from others. I will help you to understand patterns of thinking and behavior by cultivating self awareness and self acceptance. I also utilize body centered psychotherapy to go deeper into the healing process that may bring about lasting change. By seeking help you are demonstrating that you have courage, strength and hope. You are not alone. During my 25 plus years as a therapist I have worked with a diverse population ages 5 throught the life span. I worked in a variety of therapeutic settings including private practice, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, emergency departments, community mental health centers and a cancer center.

I am a Fully Bilingual (English/Spanish) Outpatient Provider with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PhD) and an active Licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Connecticut. I have worked various clinical roles with special focus in Mental Health and Counseling services since 2012 under direct supervision with Licensed Professional Clinical Psychologist. I obtained my doctorate (PhD) in 2017 and have been trained in extensive clinical experience within the modalities of Individual, Family, Group and Couples Psychotherapy interventions applied within various clinical approaches such as that of: Psychoanalytical, Psychodynamic, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Multimodal, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, Narrative, Expressive psychotherapies, Motivational interviewing, Existential/ Humanistic psychotherapeutic approaches considering a holistic analysis to help address various psychological triggers, behavioral responses and distress that the client may go through. I have had vast experience and training in psychological testing: Psychoeducational, Neuropsychological and Personality Assessment to help provide diagnostic clarity towards other clinicians of the current mental health conditions that are present. In addition I have worked with emphasis in Health Psychology and Clinical Psychological interventions to offer support in managing crisis interventions, minimize the effects of Trauma and Childhood Trauma with clients whom have diagnosis of PTSD as other mental health conditions such as Psychosis, Schizophrenia, Addiction, Bipolar, Depression/Anxiety and behavioral problems. I work along with the client to establish collaborative clinical goals that can help the client to identify their short term to long term goals to help address the psychological need of the diverse populations of children, teenagers, adults, veterans and geriatric populations.

I have been working as a Marriage and Family Therapist since 2004. I received my Masters degree from Central Connecticut State University (CCSU). I have been in private practice since 2007. Many of the issues I assist clients with are related, but not limited to, the following: relationships, parenting, depression, anxiety, major life transitions, goal achievement, growth work, and grief.

Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working in Connecticut for the past 5 years. I work with my clients to help identify the cause of issues they may be experiencing, and help guide them through the process of addressing those issues. The most important aspect of therapy is that it is client-led. Everyone's needs and desires are different, and working out what a person is looking to gain from their therapy is the foundation for change. Once we have established that together, the path ahead can look different for each person. Some benefit from highly structured sessions centered around teaching tangible skills, others benefit from more loosely organized talk therapy. Either way, it is important to establish a treatment plan with goals early on, and work together to reach them.

Hi, friends call me Kate. I have been Board Certified for 22 years and bring a variety of work experiences to the table. I currently work 2 days a week at a hospital in Outpatient Behavioral Health. Are you going through a rough patch in your life? Sometimes when life gets tough, it helps to share that burden with someone else. Is it hard for you to balance work life and home life? Let’s work together so that we can create a way to better handle the stress that life presents. If you need tools to better cope with anxiety and depression, we can work on that. I’ve had lots of experience with parent coaching and enjoy helping families live a more positive life.

I am am licensed clinical social worker in Connecticut with 42 years of clinical experience providing therapy/counseling to a variety of clients with various concerns. I enjoy taking this journey with clients and witnessing them make change during difficult times with my support. I work with clients across the lifespan. Clients decide what they would like to change we work in an environment conducive to change while helping clients to feel more confident.

Are you feeling lost; confused or broken? I have 24 years experience working in crisis intervention; depression; anxiety; grief/loss; divorce; gender identity/gay orientation issues; co-parenting; relational problems; domestic violence issues; trauma; sexual abuse; and career/life transition issues. I am very laid back and non judgmental. We all have done things we are not proud of, but in order to heal we need to find a way to forgive ourselves and move on.

As a therapist, I specialize in using mindfulness-based therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support clients in overcoming challenges and achieving greater emotional well-being. My approach combines mindfulness practices that foster self-awareness and presence with practical CBT strategies to help identify and reframe unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Together, we’ll work to develop tools for navigating life’s difficulties, cultivating resilience, and creating meaningful change.

Hi there! I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years of experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist committed to supporting individuals on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being. I am passionate about empowering my clients to overcome life's challenges and find inner strength and resilience.

My name is Christopher Raposo. I’m a trained and licensed clinical social worker. My work experience has been in acute psychiatric hospitalization, outpatient substance abuse, and community behavioral health clinics. I’ve worked with a clientele suffering from a vast array of disorders, backgrounds, and life stressors. The work we do as a team mostly consists of psychoeducation, therapy, and a therapeutic alliance defined by treatment goals and objectives.

As a first generation college graduate I am passionate about helping young ambitious women and professional women, create a healthier relationship with themselves and others while achieving their goals. I obtained my Bachelor's of Science Degree in Communication from Southern Connecticut University and Masters of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of Saint Joseph. I have many years of experience working with individuals and families in inpatient, outpatient, and school mental health treatment. I specialize in high functioning anxiety, stress management, self care, self-esteem, academic stress, relationship issues, career difficulties, and life transitions.

Greetings my name is Yaasmiyn Marcelle. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut and South Carolina. I received my Master's from Post University. I have worked in social services since 2009. I believe the working with all populations is my life's work as my dream is for all those who want to live a positive life are able to do so.

Hola! If you are looking for a psychotherapist who is empathetic, open-minded, occasionally funny, and most importantly someone who will push you take the driver's seat in your own treatment, then I am the therapist for you. I’m here to help you to take back ownership of your own life when your symptoms have made you feel powerless. I am trained in a variety of modalities: CBT, DBT, ACT, CPT and psychodynamic therapy. I can take from these modalities what I think will most benefit my clients' progress.

Are you wondering if your drug or alcohol use is becoming a problem? Do you know it is a problem, but cannot seem to control it? Or maybe you engage in a different sort of self-sabotaging behavior, such as binge-eating, compulsive spending or undermining your success at work. Self-sabotaging behaviors, including drug and alcohol misuse, are actions we choose but they feel automatic and inescapable. Often, they serve to maintain status quos, prevent growth, and imprison us in unhappy situations. I understand the pain and hopelessness that comes from repeating the same mistakes. I help people overcome their self-destructive patterns, which can take myriad forms. No matter the details of your particular struggle, my approach is nonjudgmental and flexible. Together, we can pinpoint what is preventing you from living the life you want and work towards replacing unhelpful behaviors with effective, self-affirming ones. I sincerely love the work of psychotherapy, and cherish my relationships with my clients.

Hello! My name is Samantha Vamosy and I am so happy you are interested in working together. I know starting a therapy process whether you have before or this is your first time can be scary and uncomfortable. I hope we can work through this time together making this journey as helpful and special as possible. My passions have always aligned with helping others and listening in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and curious way. I find real change occurs when a person can fully explore their life in a holistic way. Whether it is current mental health symptoms or past traumas holistic healing is possible for everyone. I received my Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Fairfield University and achieved my LPC after completing 3000 hours in an outpatient clinic for substance abuse. I value a person-centered approach that focuses on strength-based and solution-focused techniques. I also incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy to be able to challenge unhealthy patterns that no longer serve you. Together we will identify goals, by exploring what is and is not working and be able to collaboratively come up with solutions and learning tools to better overcome barriers to success. We will work at your pace and readjust goals and steps as we go along. Through these techniques we will work together to identify maladaptive thoughts that contribute to avoidance behaviors and fears that keep us stuck, feeling even more anxious and often depressed. Overcoming life transitions, challenges, and uncertainty can be difficult and no one should have to face these decisions on their own!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Columbia University. My concentration was clinical practice in health and mental health settings. For the past 14 years I have been working in a hospital setting. During this time I have worked with individuals and families facing serious illness, life altering diagnosis, grief, substance abuse, homelessness as well as various other life transitions, depression, anxiety and panic attacks.

“Hint: the cage is not Iocked.” (Nova Knutson). Anxiety does not define who you are; you deserve to be emotionally free. I work with adult women experiencing chronic anxiety looking to achieve practical, long-term relief. Self-doubt, perfectionism, peopIe-pleasing, anxious attachment, & obsessive-compulsive tendencies may be common issues you're struggling with. Through therapy, you wiII learn and implement effective skills to minimize anxiety's impact on your day-to-day functioning. Anxiety relief is completely possible for you, and you don't have to live in a constant state of worry, fear, or "what-if" thought patterns.

Born in Jamaica and raised in New Haven county, Connecticut, Rayon, LCSW, brings a wealth of knowledge, passion and clinical experience to Grow Therapy. A Licensed Clinical Therapist for several years, he has experience utilizing a wide range of therapeutic interventions to help individuals, families and couples. He is skilled in helping clients to address behavioral, mental health and substance use challenges. Rayon has helped clients to manage/overcome depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, bipolar, PTSD, etc. Rayon is also certified to treat teens for substance use disorders. He has collaborated with schools, probation officers, DCF workers, and other providers, to help clients. Rayon believes in strengthening the family system in order to enchance the life of an individual. He prides himself on being empathetic, humorous and nice.

I have over 30 years of Clinical Social Work/Psychotherapy experience in providing Behavioral Health Therapy to individuals, children and family to develop successful coping skills for symptoms management related to Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Emotional Dysregulations, Low Self-Esteem. In addition to Couples, Marital conflict/resolution focus. Women Empowerment issues. I will provide you with the necessary tools to help you work on becoming successful in overcoming your personal conflicts. Currently during Covid my primary hours of service are Telehealth, Mon. and Thurs. In office on Tues. and Wed. from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. I can be flexible on Saturday if given ample time to negotiate. I look forward to hearing from you. Peace, Wanda.

Welcome, and thanks for stopping by my page! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in northeast Connecticut. I have two adult daughters, a loving partner, and a spoiled rescue cat. I began working in Human Services in 2007, and have held a number of Human Services jobs in management/ leadership roles. But my favorite job is the one I do now - being a therapist and working with resilient and unique people like you. I utilize common-sense and integrative therapy approaches...Simply said, You and I will use whatever therapy modality makes sense to you and helps you feel and be your personal best.

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.

Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of CT. I received my MSW from Fordham University and enjoy providing support and assistance to adults struggling with a large variety of mental/emotional struggles. I truly believe that everyone has the power and ability to overcome life's struggles and my job is too help them find it! I also come from a trauma focused perspective and recognize that previous trauma contributes to one's inability to recognize the control they have t I improve life circumstances.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Saint Joseph. I have in depth experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in both individual and group settings. However, I am only seeing adults at this time. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with life transitions, depression, anxiety disorders, trauma related disorders, and grief. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with a person-centered and trauma-informed approach, to help my clients to identify and challenge faulty thought patterns, and develop coping strategies that empower them toward wellness. I am extremely passionate about fostering a safe and non-judgmental space in which my clients can learn and grow. I view the counseling process as collaborative, offering my clients a motivating, mindful, and empathetic experience throughout the therapeutic process. In my free time, I enjoy connecting with nature and caring for my many pets!

I am Dr. Dammy Bamisile, LCSW. I have over 20 years of clinical experience in working with individuals, families and couples using trauma informed CBT and other evidence based therapies in meeting clients where they are. I use a holistic approach that integrates the customization of your choice like values, culture and belief with science and psychology. I work with clients who have challenges on issues like anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, grief, sleeping problems, and problematic relationships. I specialized in working with young adults and other adults. Our session will center on the issue and how we can process a user-friendly person-centered approach for the empowered you!.

I believe that one’s healing and growth begins with focusing on the self as priority in order to live mindfully and with intention. When one begins to heal themselves and live intentionally, he or she begins to function better in all areas of his or her life. I use various clinical modalities such as: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help individuals build a toolbox and begin to feel more confident in balancing life’s obstacles. I focus on helping individuals become aware of, and recognize negative thinking patterns in order to reframe them.

Hi, I'm a licensed clinical social worker based in northeast Pennsylvania with over 25 years experience as a psychotherapist. I received my bachelors degree from Swarthmore College, my masters degree from Columbia University School of Social Work and I completed a post graduate fellowship in psychiatry at the Yale University Psychiatric Institute. Over the years I've worked with clients of all ages struggling with a wide variety of disorders. Primarily, I help adults 18+ who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and alcohol use disorders. I view our work together as a collaborative venture where I help you to identify troublesome thoughts and behaviors and replace them with positive ones. We will accomplish this utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and other forms of therapy as needed.

My name is Andrew and I have working in the helping field for over 2 decades whether it’s adolescent substance use to adult substance, anger management group with women, DV groups to IOP , OP to chronic mental health. My journey is to assist clients with processing what’s coming and help them make sense of it. I’m very person centered who will meet clients where they’re at while working towards a better version of themselves.

I am a licensed clinical social worker based in Connecticut, with over 14 years of experience working in both nonprofit and for-profit healthcare settings. I earned my Bachelor’s in Social Work from Central Connecticut State University and my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Connecticut. My therapeutic approach is centered on meeting clients where they are, fostering a safe and supportive space for self-discovery, healing, and growth. I believe that individuals have the capacity to change but may need guidance to uncover their inner strength and navigate the path forward. By blending techniques tailored to each client's unique needs, values, and preferences, I empower clients to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors without judgment. Through empathetic listening, experiential awareness, and evidence-based strategies, I help clients gain insights, develop self-awareness, and build effective coping skills.

Ever feel like your brain won't turn off or that you are constantly worrying about one thing or another? Feel like you are always anxious or have some trauma in your past? Do you wish you could wake up and be excited about your day and it's possibilities As someone who's been there, I am here to support you on your journey to a calmer and happier life. Together, we'll create a safe and understanding space where your unique experiences are valued, and our sessions are customized to fit your needs. Let's work together to help you find relief, strength, and joy in your daily life. Imagine a life where you wake up feeling refreshed and calm, ready to face the day with confidence and clarity. By addressing the root causes of your anxiety or other concerns you can experience a significant reduction in your symptoms, allowing you to enjoy more meaningful relationships, increased productivity, and a renewed sense of peace. Together we can do this. I have experience with helping clients navigate these kinds of struggles and am ready to walk alongside you through this journey.

My name is Sergena and I'm so grateful to be part of your healing journey. In my work as a social worker, I have traveled all over the United States providing services to individuals and systems in need. My therapeutic style is largely eclectic, meaning I use different styles depending on who my client is and what their concerns are. I am trained in TF-CBT, ACT, CBT, and am presently studying Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. My primary focus is trauma, though I also work closely with those with co-occuring substance use disorders and mood disorders.

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.

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.

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.

Monifa is a native New Yorker, currently living is Georgia. She has a deep commitment to understanding and supporting her clients on their unique therapeutic journeys. Her holistic approach focuses on addressing the diverse issues her client’s face. Throughout her career, Monifa has dedicated herself to working with individuals in various challenging settings, including the correction system foster system, hospice and hospitals. Her expertise lies in helping clients with alcohol and substance issues, issues, parenting challenges and eating disorder treatment.

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.

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.

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.

Hi! I'm Laurie. Congratulations on taking the first step in your healing journey! I understand that sometimes we just need to reboot, start over and try again. I bring a lifetime worth of experience as well as formal education, graduating from Alliance Graduate School of counseling and being a Licensed Professional Counselor. You are important! Together we will create a caring and safe healing experience. We will focus on helping you find your voice, understand your strengths and build on your goals and vision. We will focus on overcoming obstacles, challenge unhealthy narratives and empower you to create a healthy realistic narrative of yourself. Are you tired of feeling stuck in an old unhelpful narrative? Is it time to make that change and write a new story? I am here, pen in hand ready to help you move forward in your healing journey.