Are you feeling overwhelmed with all that you have to get done for school? Are you skipping class because you often feel like you have to drag yourself out of bed to get there? Does your heart race when you think about giving that presentation next week? These can all be symptoms of school related stress. Anxiety can be difficult and trying to manage anxiety while getting your degree can seem impossible. Therapy can help by teaching you healthy ways to manage your stress....
Making the decision to seek therapy can often be challenging, however I believe that a therapeutic relationship is a very special kind of relationship that can allow for and facilitate self-reflection, self-growth, and self-love. A therapeutic relationship allows you to be vulnerable without judgment, and creates a safe space for you to explore your true self. My goal is to provide relief from emotional distress, and to work with you through the process of healing. My therapeutic approach is str...
Sometimes it's really hard for us to ask for help-especially when you're a strong, independent woman. Therapy is a great way to reach out, learn more about yourself, and grow through any challenges you might be facing. I help women who want to change their relationship with food and their bodies. I work with women in individual, group, & virtual therapy. I have a holistic approach that covers a wide range of symptoms & issues, but I enjoy helping clients who have struggled with their weight m...
College years can be some of the most exciting - but also some of the most challenging. Whether the issues involve negotiating day to day stressors or more significant challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma or grief - the relationship between client and therapist is key.I provide a gentle but challenging approach to guide your journey in identifying, understanding and actualizing your goals....
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...
We don’t talk enough about the crushing pressure and unrealistic expectations put on women by the world and ourselves, and it’s easy to constantly spiral into comparison mode in a world ruled by social media and others’ highlight reels. Whether you’re holding the suffocating weight of grief, feeling suffocated by relentless anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed, numb, and disconnected as you adjust to a major life transition, I am here to support you; to listen to the thoughts you’re afraid to say out...
Have you not been feeling yourself lately? Maybe you have been feeling down, anxious, stuck, or more stressed than usual? If you can relate to this and are ready for support to bring about change, you have come to the right place. Therapy can guide and teach you ways to change unwanted patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others. Through collaboration, we can work towards restoring positive feelings including confidence, happiness, and an overall sense of well being and balance. I am ...
Sometimes life seems to be throwing too many things at us all at once. Counseling can help you develop tools to slow things down and deal with them in the way that works best for you. Whether the problem feels big or small, we can all use a little help sometimes. Let me help you create your own path forward....
If you are struggling with a substance abuse problem and experiencing difficulty in making the decision to stop using drugs/alcohol, well struggle no more. Today can be the beginning of a new life for you without the use of any mind-altering substances. I will work with you in a safe, confidential and supportive environment to bring about change and establish goals that you believe are achievable by meeting you where you are in your individual journey towards recovery and wellness. I have over ...
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!...
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 ...
Young people often have a mistrust of people in the helping profession because many are too cerebral, too impersonal and too disconnected from their reality! I have been working with young people not by accident but because I enjoy working with them. High-school and college aged students are real and I appreciate how honest they are with what they think and feel and need. I keep therapy on the lighter side not as a strategy, but because it's who I am as a person. I am a rare therapist in t...
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...
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...
Do you have panic attacks and anxiety that leave you nauseous, with stomachaches, and doubting yourself? Are you questioning with gender identity or your questioning your sexuality, and want a safe place to talk? We help you sort through intense, challenging emotions from anger and resentment to sadness and loss with skills for creating your own inner peace. Would you like professional help building positive, healthy, nurturing relationships in your life? Wisdom Within Counseling and Coaching is...
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 ...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing individual counseling to adults. My practice incorporates a variety of theoretical models ranging from supportive psychodynamic therapy to cognitive behavioral therapy, to support clients in achieving their desired goals. My approach with clients is always from a strengths perspective as I believe that people are inherently resilient and already have a variety of tools in their personal toolbox. Together we can work to establish healthy daily habi...
Are you struggling to find your place in college? Were you excited to attend, only to find that it is not what you expected? Do you sometimes or regularly feel let down? Stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Lonely? That stinks, especially after the 18 year build up of hearing about how great college will be. Chances are that this time in your life can be awesome....or you may discover that you do in fact want to change paths but are not sure how to make that happen. I may be able to help. I have...
Art and Soul Art Therapy is a very small private psychotherapy practice on the Connecticut shoreline. Located at 149 Durham Road, Suite 26, in Madison, we are conveniently accessible at the junction of CT route 79 and interstate 95. We are Masters-level creative clinicians who approach life, and therapy, from different angles. We blend out-of-the-box thinking with the latest research in treatment techniques. We aim to provide the best of ourselves to our clients by keeping up on the late...