At times the stressors in life can be crushing and prevent us from achieving our goals, or even forming goals. Each person defines stress in unique terms that can produce anxiety; related to striving for perfection, or feeling alone, or persistent unhappiness with our appearance, or fearful, or overwhelmed by responsibilities. Sometimes one specific event can alter our lives forever; the loss of a loved one, sexual assault/abuse and rape, becoming the victim of violence and witnessing violence...
Do you find yourself stuck in the same unhealthy cycles despite your efforts to change? I can help. As an active and empathic therapist with fifteen years of experience, I believe in getting to the root of someone's difficulties. Together we will identify your feelings and patterns of behavior, understand the life events that impact your current experience, and enhance your inner resources for achieving your goals. I work with individuals, couples, and families who are experiencing anxiety...
Hi, I’m Alyssa! I help women heal their anxiety & panic attacks, overcome negative self-talk & increase their confidence, so they can live happier & more fulfilled lives. Does any of this sound like you? You're having anxiety or panic attacks & don't know why. No matter how hard you try, you can't stop your racing or negative thoughts. Things you used to love (traveling, meeting new people) are now scary. You want to be more assertive & create boundaries but don't know how. You're always worryin...
I specialize in child, adolescent and emerging adulthood (college age) psychotherapy. My approach is insight oriented, in depth psychotherapy. I have had extensive clinical experience with children and adolescents in all settings: inpatient, residential and outpatient. I ran the adolescent Day Hospital at Yale New Haven Hospital from 7/2015-9/2016. Currently, I am on the Clinical Faculty at Yale University (Yale School of Medicine, Psychiatry Department) supervising psychiatry residents on t...
I love meeting people, exploring how they define their goals, and then working together to achieve it. The beauty in being human is that we can have similar stories or feelings and yet still be so unique in our behavior and perception. I look forward to getting to know you so we can make long lasting positive changes. I have an eclectic client-centered approach where I utilize evidence-based treatments to help my clients experience relief, peace, and success. As we put the pieces of...
I have a passion for holistic wellness and a strong focus on assisting individuals through various life stages and transitions, providing the guidance and tools needed to make each experience transformative. A healthy body and mind take practice, and I strive to help clients connect to their most authentic selves by providing a safe, non-judgmental space to get curious, explore and grow. My Specialties include: Life Transitions, Grief & Loss, Relationship issues, Anxiety and Depression. *I am...
I have worked with college and graduate students for many years. Many have struggled with issues including low self esteem, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, learning disabilities, family conflict and socialization difficulties. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques ranging from traditional “talk” therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR, as needed. My primary goal is always to help the student to feel better, by gaining greater ins...
The clients I work with tend to be struggling with anxiety around adjusting to college, separating from parents, and forming their identity. I offer techniques that will help calm you when anxious and I will assist you in developing your own tool box of techniques that work for you. I offer a calm, supportive presence where you will feel comfortable and safe....
You know the type of therapists they show on TV or in the movies? The therapists who only ask you, “how does that make you feel?” and only speak in dull voices that would make anyone fall asleep? I can assure you – I am definitely not that type of therapist! I am enthusiastic, friendly and warm - and I am known by people around me as someone who is extremely easy to talk to. That - and a lot of training - makes me a pretty good fit to be a therapist. My role is to listen, observe and und...
I specialize in working with all forms of eating disorders, negative body image, over exercise, anxiety, depression, grief, and stress management. I see males and females, LGBT. I use many forms of therapy, tailored to the individual and their needs. I know college can be exciting, yet very stressful and anxiety provoking. I teach relaxation skills and meditation as well as using CBT, DBT and ACT skills. Stress is a part of life, yet we can learn to manage it so it does not have to feel ...
We are Change Counseling. Let us help you on your journey. We provide a holistic and non-judgmental approach to individual and couples therapy. Madelyn Straub is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Professional Counselor. She is a graduate of the University of Connecticut with a Master of Social Work degree. Her approach to therapeutic work starts from a strengths-based perspective that focuses on positive qualities while identifying areas of potential and growth. The goal of her cli...
Are you in a new relationship needing guidance? Do you need a safe place to unload stress about college? If you’re struggling with figuring out relationships, managing school stress, parents, and trying to find balance in at all, I would love to help you create life balance. My team of therapists and I at Wisdom Within Counseling focus on offering holistic, art, meditation, walking outside, and even yoga in addition to talking sessions. As well, we offer a distance phone and video counseling for...
Available Online! COVID 19 has brought a new level of stress that we have never dealt with before. If you need additional support, I am here to help you! As a Young Adult (YA) do you wish your family and friends understood the stress you deal with, never mind the pressure you put on yourself and the feeling of being overwhelmed? Do you want to understand the root cause of the problem and then learn how to manage feelings, behaviors and to find balance in your life and relationships? If yo...
Working with me feels safe, authentic, and sometimes unexpectedly funny. I’ll challenge you with honesty and deep insight—no fluff, just real growth. Clients often say, “I didn’t know therapy could look like this!” because I make healing feel human. With me, you’ll explore deep themes like self-worth, anxiety, relationships, boundaries, and the stories you tell yourself. We’ll tackle hard conversations, emotional patterns, and personal growth—always with warmth and transparency....
For thirty years I've had the privilege of working with individuals and couples through the challenges life brings. Trained as a marital and family therapist, this clinical framework also provides a helpful way to think about issues that individuals face. So we'll look at context, history, family dynamics past and present as we sort out the issues you face. I'm also a licensed alcohol and drug counselor with extensive experience supporting individuals and families dealing with the effects o...
You feel overwhelmed, frustrated, agitated, broken and filled with despair. Daily you feel undervalued in relationships, school, work and society. You want so badly to feel happy, accepted, and valued by society and the people around you. The ongoing strife with relationships, school, work and personal struggles just seem all too overbearing. You have sleepless nights, due to situations and circumstance constantly on your mind. You just can’t win for loosing! You are filled with many insecuritie...
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Available to support you through life Challenges and difficulties In a safe and compassionate environment that emphasizes personal responsibility for ourselves. While we may not be able to control what we face we can learn to respond to what we face with regard and integrity toward our greater self...
I love it when people figure out how to feel better. When they master harnessing their emotions, and their lives change and shift in better ways. I get excited when my clients discover that they can fix a problem and it encourages them to continue to work on their self growth. And when they recognize that they have capabilities and strengths that they have been overlooking. Then, they see how they can use their strengths to improve their relationships, they recognize and grow their resilience, a...