Therapists in Old Mystic, CT
Phyllis Darkwa
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issues
6 years offering treatment
My name is Phyllis, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of experience. I AM CURRENTLY ONLY OFFERING MESSAGING SESSIONS ONLY. My niches are anxiety, self-esteem issues, family-related, immigrant related and racial issues, trauma and other life issues, relationship issues. In the first session, I start my process by giving a brief introduction about the therapeutic process and answering any questions you may have for me. I will then follow up with questions about your issues and explore more about your background. I also like exploring your strengths that can be beneficial to the therapeutic process.
Christina Chykirda
Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseEating disordersDepression
10 years offering treatment
Hello there! My name is Christina and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in CT. I have been in the mental health field for 9 years and in the customer service field for over 15 years. I have a vast range of experience in different settings with all different types of clients. My experience includes working in: inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient. I have worked with many different types of issues/and disorders such as: depression; anxiety (obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia, social anxiety, phobias, and panic disorder); posttraumiatic stress disorder; trauma; veterans; grief and loss; bipolar; schizophrenia; attentive deficit hyperactive disorder; personality disorders; anger challenges; impulse control challenges; gambling; substance abuse; kleptomania; eating disorders; sex offenders; domestic violence; life transition challenges; and interpersonal relationship challenges. Life can be very challenging and don't we all just wanna feel understood, validated, and supported? My therapy style is empathic, non-judgmental, supportive, and interactive. I like to work collaboratively with my clients to identify goals and work together to achieve them by assigning homework. I provide education on topics/disorders when the client does not have knowledge of it in attempts for them to gain more awareness into themselves to live a better quality of life. If we don’t understand something then how can we work on improving it?! I use a combination of approaches such as: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, strength-based therapy, and reality-based therapy. I believe therapy is a journey and if you are to really benefit from it, it should not be comfortable. With that said, another approach of mine is to challenge and encourage clients to face their fears and work through their difficult emotions/challenges without turning to unhealthy coping skills. This is not an easy task but I will do whatever I can to help support you and help in your journey to attain a better quality of life! I look forward to chatting and working with you. Godspeed!
Ernest Corbin
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsDepressionCoping with life changesADHD
10 years offering treatment
I am a licensed counselor with over eight years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, stress, and substance use. My therapy style is warm and gentle. I believe you are the expert on your own life. My approach combines person-centered and cognitive-behavioral therapies. I do not take a cookie cutter approach to therapy and I tailor our work to your needs and personality. I believe every individual deserves dignity and respect. You are not just a diagnosis, you are a person seeking change and growth. I understand it takes a lot of courage to take the step of going to therapy and I would be honored to be with you on that journey. I look forward to working with you!
Kelly Pabilonia
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteem
21 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Connecticut and Florida with 21 years of professional social work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Emma Henderschedt
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem
3 years offering treatment
Hello there! Welcome! My name is Emma (she/her) and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Connecticut with multiple years of professional experience & extensive training in psychotherapy. I have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, conflict management, and trauma. I treat adults, teenagers, and children. I completed a post-graduate fellowship at Yale Child Study Center where I treated various mental health challenges and trained in multiple evidence-based models. I am trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Interpersonal Psychotherapy for depression (IPT) and IPT for depressed adolescents, as well as Circle of Security. I firmly believe that access to mental health care is as important as physical health. I applaud you for taking the step to getting the help you deserve. I look forward to being part of your team!
Joanna Hurt Sargeant
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Connecticut with 20+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with dealing with complex and generational trauma, interpersonal and relational issues managing stress and anxiety, increasing motivation, self esteem, and building confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Kevin Farrell
Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsLGBTSelf esteemCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
My name is Kevin Farrell and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California (#22616). I have almost 20 years experience as a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I previously had a successful career in media and in my mid-30s I returned to school to obtain a Masters Degree in Social Work in order to find a more rewarding career path for myself. As a Psychotherapist, I have worked with a wide variety of adults and I use a range of therapeutic tools. I view therapy as a partnership and for me the most important aspect of therapy is the therapeutic alliance, which refers to the quality and strength of the collaborative relationship between client and therapist. This is strongest when there is agreement on goals and objectives. I work closely with each client to establish goals and achieve a strong alliance built on mutual trust. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy with reliance on core theoretical concepts from Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Existential Therapy, among others. I tend to emphasize solution-focused strategies that assist a client in understanding themselves, improving their problem-solving/coping techniques, and building resiliency for future challenges. I seek ongoing feedback and collaboration with clients to evaluate and improve a client's experience in therapy. I have been told that my non-judgmental style engages people and they find me respectful, sincere, and easy to relate to. My primary goal with clients is to successfully address a client's challenges in order to improve overall quality of life.
Theresa Revans-McMenimon
Clinician
License Type(s): LMFT,LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem
18 years offering treatment
Through improving our ability to communicate, we strengthen the bonds in our relationships. First, we must engage in honest, self-reflection by examining and distinguishing our needs and wants. Once we have gained greater self-awareness, we can then focus on communicating with our partners and family members through respectful talking, listening, and reflection. It is through improved understanding that we create fertile ground for growth and development. As both a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Mental Health Counselor I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families. In addition, I completed training as a family specialist in LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities) through WIHD (Westchester Institute for Human Development) and New York Medical College. In my 15 plus years of experience, I have counseled individuals, couples, and families regarding communication issues, parenting skills, and coping with anxiety within the family. I am trained in the areas of special needs, transition, college and careers. I am the creator of Transition Boot Camp that was featured in The Journal News and Arclight Magazine. In addition, I reserve the right to decline referrals if I feel that the client is best served by another counselor.
Sarah Novia
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
23 years offering treatment
With 23 years of professional work experience, I have guided clients through relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. On BetterHelp, I work with clients on the phone for the short-term only (no more than 4 sessions), to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment, and work can be done quickly and efficiently. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. If you think we might be a good fit, please feel free to schedule with me.
Chevelle Moss-Savage
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: LGBTRelationship issuesGriefCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Connecticut and Virginia with 20+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbtq+ related issues, relationship issues, coping with grief, coping with loss, & career difficulties. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Old Mystic?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Old Mystic that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Old Mystic available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Old Mystic therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Old Mystic therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Old Mystic region and in the state of Connecticut.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Old Mystic can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Old Mystic may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Old Mystic offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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