Welcome to Maria Diaz, LMHC! My goal as a therapist is to empower you through the therapeutic process by promoting your mental health and well being. Through therapy I create a space where you feel safe and comfortable while entrusting me as your therapist. I understand that life can be difficult and setbacks can be challenging, with the right support I believe you can get through this. I Love helping people live their full potential by leading them on the path to discover hope, meaning and pur...
I work either in person or remotely via video conferencing. I teach DBT skills as well as provide other types of therapy including CBT and psychodynamic therapy. I help young adults navigate relationships, school, and career choice....
Education: I earned my undergraduate degree (B.S.) in human development from Cornell University and later my graduate degrees (M.S., M.Phil., and PhD) in clinical psychology from Yale University. Predoctoral Training: I completed my predoctoral clinical training at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, NY. Licenses: I am currently licensed to practice psychology in the following states: Connecticut #3694 New York #021284 Academic Affiliations: Fairfield University, Fairfield, CT;...
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2001. I am certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors and The National Association of Forensic Counselors. I graduated from Stonehill College in 1993 with a Bachelors Degree in Psychology. I received my Masters Degree in Community Counseling from St. Joseph College in 1998. I have treated patients of all different age groups. I accept many types of referrals, but I specialize in grief counseling & chronic illnesses....
My objective is to provide my clients with a practical, problem-solving approach that leads to positive change and problem resolution. I also have a background in art, design, and management. Having worked as an Art Director in NYC for many years comes with a unique understanding of the creative process, and the stress involved working in a creative business....
With literally hundreds of therapists in New London County alone, it is hard to know who to see. There are so many different degrees, license types, and approaches. By contacting us, we'll help you find a good match with a therapist in our large Waterford practice. If we cannot find you a good match within our practice, we will find you one outside of it either nearby or elsewhere in the county. There is no charge, either way. That is our guarantee to you. Please give us a call or send us an ...
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, sexuality or relationships? Life comes with struggles and transitions that are often difficult to manage on our own. Together we will identify how your life experiences have brought you to this point and with this increased awareness give you tools that in turn will help reduce distress, create better ways of coping, and promote healing that allows for greater sense of enjoyment, perspective and balance and in your life overall....
Finding a new therapist can be hard. I believe that the most important part of therapy is having the right fit with the right therapist. In order to be open to the process you have to feel comfortable with your provider. Consider your first session an interview to see if we will work well together. Therapy should be a tool to find personal strengths and develop new resources. I believe that my years of experience have taught me what works and how to navigate when someone is stuck. I hope that I ...
I have been in private practice for over thirty years in the same location. Over the years I have worked extensively with adolescents and young adults transitioning from high school to college. The services I have provided included both psychotherapy and evaluation services (i.e. ADHD, learning disabilities). I frequently provide ongoing support for clients who began with me in high school and successfully entered into college, but who want or need help addressing the unique challenges that c...
Hi! I have over 15 years of experience and I love working with young adults who are transitioning into college and need some guidance with managing parental expectations, exploring identities and spirituality, building self-esteem, navigating relationships, coping with stress/crisis/trauma and/or mental health issues. My favorite part of my job is helping people reach their highest potential in life....
Above all, my approach to treatment is compassionate, understanding, and respectful. My goal is to provide a space where you will be heard, understood, and validated while helping you achieve your goals and reach your potential. I believe that every person has the ability find relief form their struggles and live their best life with the right support. My areas of clinical expertise include treatment for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, personality disorders, and trauma related issues....
We repeat what we don’t repair. You may find yourself facing the same challenges over and over again. Perhaps your once helpful solutions have turned into damaging patterns and you aren’t able to get the results that you want. I want to help you break through the hopelessness and gain understanding of what nourishes these unhelpful actions. My intention is to empower individuals to develop tools to navigate and master their inner and outer world and create lasting change. I will help you to expl...
If you have ever experienced the feeling of not belonging or felt that you and your experiences were beyond the realm of help, then you have come to the right place! We specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem issues, life transitions, and who have experienced trauma. In our work together, we will collaborate and meet you where you are at so that you can leverage your strengths, interests, and natural support systems to...
As a therapist, I specialize in working with people who struggle with life transitions, relationship conflicts between spouses and family members, communication, anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma, perinatal mood disorders, miscarriage, grief and loss, and substance use disorders. I am passionate about using a person-centered focus, and having an approachable, compassionate, and welcoming presence for my clients to feel comfortable to open up about their struggles. I am invested in helping ind...
Are you always the one listening to others and feel like nobody is listening to you? I am here to be that welcoming ear and support you in whatever life stressors are affecting you....
The Center for Emotional Healing LLC, is a mental health and holistic healing private practice located in Plainville Connecticut. We proudly offer innovative and effective services for the mind, body and soul in a confidential and professional environment. Our diverse team of providers are available and ready to help individuals, couples and families grow and improve themselves and their lives. Our masters level counselors utilize unique sets of skills and techniques that are most likely dif...
At Kiefer Counseling we are a team of fully licensed advanced practice mental health nurse practitioners and therapists who have a wealth of experience treating children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples through therapy and medication management. You will find our team to not only be highly trained, but warm and down to earth. We focus our treatment on what works. Our team offers years of experience in helping patients of varying ages manage complex mental health conditions, conquer un...
Thank you for considering Hop Brook Counseling Center for your mental health journey. Hop Brook's mission is to provide compassionate and professional behavioral health services to empower you to navigate life's challenges. We strive to create a safe and welcoming environment where you can feel heard, validated, and supported. All of our providers are fully licensed and very experienced in providing support to a wide variety of clients and needs including anxiety, depression, self es...
Dana is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 11 years of experience in varied settings including outpatient, psychiatric residential, school, hospitals and community outreach. She is a practitioner with Tides of Mind Counseling of CT. She obtained her BA in Psychology and Gender Studies from University of Connecticut and MSW from University of Connecticut. She has experience in working with children, teens, adults, groups, and families. Dana’s specialties include individual and family work ...
Mission Statement, Dedicated to quality Psychiatric & Mental Health Services that are both individualized and goal oriented for our communities’ children, adults, and their families....