Life today can be difficult and we are often reluctant to share our emotional burden with others. College is an especially stressful time full of transitions and challenges that can become overwhelming to face alone. Today’s college student, more than ever before, feels adrift in a sea of uncertainties without away to navigate safely to shore. Issues can include: Social anxiety, general anxiety, test anxiety, or panic attacks. Family expectations or problems. Depression, lack of energy ...
Have you been experiencing emotional problems, relationship issues or academic/work difficulties? I have decades of experience and training in treating college age students for a variety of problems, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, sexual problems, learning disabilities/ADHD and life transitions. I help students achieve relief from emotional distress, enhance self-esteem, and restore the quality of their relationships and academic functioning. Treatment occurs exclusively ...
Our clinicians have a range of areas of expertise and experience, and we serve children, adults and older adults. The agency started with the mission of providing mental health services to Jewish people in the community, but we now treat clients from diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds. Because of our history as a family service agency, providing services to people seeking adoption and foster care, we have a unique understanding of issues of identity, losses and major...
I provide compassionate therapy so that you may live more authentically, find healing, and balance. I believe your problems are real, and I will never discount them nor blow them off as “being just a phase”. Teenagers and Young people need a healthy outlet outside of their house – A professional that they can talk with and can act as a guide to help navigate life’s challenges. For many, it is important to have a good support system and learn good coping strategies to deal with the demand of l...
I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor. I specialize in depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, grief and loss, and relationships. I utilize Cognitive-Behavioral therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Breath Work, Existential Psychotherapy, and other techniques to explore your underlying issues and find balance. I provided both brief and long-term therapy that is tailored to the needs of the client....
Imagine feeling in control of your life again. You feel calm, focused and relaxed. You have the strategies and tools necessary to keep your stress in check and you’re making strides toward living the life you desire. Maybe something unexpected recently happened in your life and you're not sure how to navigate through. Maybe your mind is racing all the time, making it difficult for you to focus and accomplish your goals. Maybe your relationships have suffered because of this. Maybe you just feel ...
I work with clients who are struggling with feeling "not good enough" whether because of their own inner critic or because of marginalization and oppression from a world that is telling you you are "too much," or "not enough." I am passionate about helping clients move past their anxiety, self-doubt, and self-criticism to feel confident, secure, and proud of themselves. I also integrate career counseling into my work, helping clients move towards a future they are excited about. I offer ...
My goals as a therapist are simple: To help you overcome your current problems through honest reflection and collaboration in an empathetic, non-judgmental and trusting therapeutic relationship. I want you to leave my office feeling stronger, more resilient, self-aware, and hopeful about your future. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, substance issues, a challenging transition like separation or divorce, or just the day-to-day stress of managing life, we'll work together to fin...
Transitions can be really hard and two major ones: beginning college and finishing college are huge ones! It’s really common to experience a range of emotions from being really psyched to being really scared and everything in between. At times the intensity of these emotions can cause people to cope in unhealthy ways and sometimes result in feeling really worried and sad about things. The basis of my work has been to support children, young adults, and families in managing these symptoms so they...
You just feel...stuck, unhappy , super stressed out. You deal with a persistent sadness like you're moving through life in a heavy fog. Or maybe you're constantly on edge, overwhelmed by worry and that annoying inner critic. Maybe you just feel so disconnected that you're having trouble identifying the problem. You are just not your best self. You've been thinking about getting help but life's busy. Maybe you've tried therapy before that just didn't 'click'. I can help. I provide alternatives...
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Farmington Valley Counseling Center, LLC helps adolescents and young adults who are struggling with: - Anxiety - Depression - Family-related stressors (divorce, illness, death in the family) - School-related stressors (difficulty managing academic demands, school refusal, peer issues) - Adjusting to life transitions (going to a new school, starting college, life after college)...
Starting therapy means that you've prioritized yourself and your needs, in order to achieve your best self for both you and those around you. Persistently worrying about the day, thinking about how others perceive you, feeling like the stress is too much, or wondering if your relationship is going to make it can be extremely overwhelming. My goal is to help you stop surviving through the day and start thriving. I know what it’s like to endure these life stressors, have to put on a “brave face”, ...
One of the few constants in life is change. If you are in a period of transition you may be feeling confused, anxious, or depressed, and alone with your struggles. Times of transition may include: Relationship struggles, educational or career changes, changing stages in our parent's lives, tackling addictions, issues of grief and/or loss. Transitions, while challenging and often stressful, with good professional support can be opportunities for true personal growth and transformation. I offer a...
To those looking in, it looks like you have it all together. School is going well, you got the new promotion at work, or you’re just generally kicking ass at life. But if only they knew how miserable you are on the inside. It feels like life has become out of control, every day is a challenge and the only way you’ve learned to manage it, is by controlling your food, body, and exercise, to turn to substances or all of the above. You don’t like the relationship you have with your body and food, bu...
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Offering in person and online sessions. During the college years, many issues can emerge that can be difficult to navigate on your own. Perhaps the adjustment is more difficult than you imagined and you find yourself feeling anxious and sad. You may be struggling with academic demands, social pressures, and family issues. Perhaps you are just not feeling grounded, comfortable or good about yourself. Therapy can help you to sort through these issues so you can get back on track. I...
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I enjoy working with students addressing trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, educational difficulties, as well as self-discovery and career planning. I have a strong passion for working with students battling addiction and seeking recovery, or with co-occurring disorders. I am currently accepting new clients for tele-health intervention in both Connecticut and Rhode Island!...
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I promote mental wellness and wellbeing through a therapy model that includes Self-Compassion(being kind to yourself) and problem-solving(getting the need or outcome you want.) I am happy to listen to your wants and needs and help you help yourself get and experience what you’re looking for....