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Erskine Alexander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Plantsville, CT 06479 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, I'm Erskine Alexander, Licensed Master Social Worker. I help individuals, especially men of color, improve their emotional and physical wellbeing by creating a safe space to authentically communicate their feelings and deal with life stressors. I specialize in relationship issues, cultural issues, the black male experience, performance anxiety, substance abuse, stress management, and trauma recovery. I believe everyone should have a safe place to express their thoughts and feelings without judgement no matter how big or small the issues are.
Hello, I'm Erskine Alexander, Licensed Master Social Worker. I help individuals, especially men of color, improve their emotional and physical wellbeing by creating a safe space to authentically communicate their feelings and deal with life stressors. I specialize in relationship issues, cultural issues, the black male experience, performance anxiety, substance abuse, stress management, and trauma recovery. I believe everyone should have a safe place to express their thoughts and feelings without judgement no matter how big or small the issues are.
Alyiah Y Brown
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, MS, BS
Verified Verified
Watertown, CT 06779
My mission as a psychotherapist and holistic wellness coach is to help clients through crisis or day to day life challenges. I have experience in helping clients who are struggling with their mental health, addiction and or co-occurring disorders, and personal development. With my experience as both a therapist and a life coach I help people achieve their goals by incorporating interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy, talk therapy, holistic healing, motivational interviewing and client centered practices. I am dedicated to providing personalized sessions tailored specifically for each client and their needs.
My mission as a psychotherapist and holistic wellness coach is to help clients through crisis or day to day life challenges. I have experience in helping clients who are struggling with their mental health, addiction and or co-occurring disorders, and personal development. With my experience as both a therapist and a life coach I help people achieve their goals by incorporating interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy, talk therapy, holistic healing, motivational interviewing and client centered practices. I am dedicated to providing personalized sessions tailored specifically for each client and their needs.
Ready 4 Change Therapeutic Interventions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, BCD
Verified Verified
Plantsville, CT 06479 (Online Only)
Are you overwhelmed, stressed or dealing with difficult people and complicated situations? Do you need help focusing on the things that you can control or change? I can help by supporting you in identifying those first steps of difficult decision making and positive changes. I have a realistic/non judgmental approach, offer practical suggestions for mental wellness and recovery. I specialize in relationship issues, elderly issues, anxiety, addictions, depression and life transition issues. Today is another opportunity to create a new beginning! Together we can explore giving therapy a try! You are worth it!
Are you overwhelmed, stressed or dealing with difficult people and complicated situations? Do you need help focusing on the things that you can control or change? I can help by supporting you in identifying those first steps of difficult decision making and positive changes. I have a realistic/non judgmental approach, offer practical suggestions for mental wellness and recovery. I specialize in relationship issues, elderly issues, anxiety, addictions, depression and life transition issues. Today is another opportunity to create a new beginning! Together we can explore giving therapy a try! You are worth it!
Peaceful Minds LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Watertown, CT 06795 (Online Only)
I believe in the interconnectedness of a person’s mind, body and spirit, and I utilize this holistic view in my therapeutic approach to help people heal and attain inner peace. I employ my years of experience in clinical case management, Person-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to help individuals identify and understand the relationship between their mental, physical, and physiological needs, and the effects of trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACES) on conditions such as anxiety and depression.
I believe in the interconnectedness of a person’s mind, body and spirit, and I utilize this holistic view in my therapeutic approach to help people heal and attain inner peace. I employ my years of experience in clinical case management, Person-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to help individuals identify and understand the relationship between their mental, physical, and physiological needs, and the effects of trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACES) on conditions such as anxiety and depression.
Rickeeta Dufour
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Waterbury, CT 06710 (Online Only)
I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in providing individual and family counseling. I have an abundance of experience working with diverse populations utilizing an array of approaches unique to the individual and family. I utilize an eclectic approach to treatment emphasizing trauma informed, strengths based and solution focused techniques, with a healthy mix of humor as needed.
I am a licensed professional counselor who specializes in providing individual and family counseling. I have an abundance of experience working with diverse populations utilizing an array of approaches unique to the individual and family. I utilize an eclectic approach to treatment emphasizing trauma informed, strengths based and solution focused techniques, with a healthy mix of humor as needed.
Sonja Harris
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterbury, CT 06703
As an LMSW, my primary goal is to provide unwavering support and guidance to empower you on your journey towards healing and personal growth. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you feel valued, heard, and understood. I understand that seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step, and I commend you for taking it. My role is to walk alongside you, offering personalized strategies and insights tailored to your unique experiences and needs.
As an LMSW, my primary goal is to provide unwavering support and guidance to empower you on your journey towards healing and personal growth. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you feel valued, heard, and understood. I understand that seeking therapy can be a vulnerable and courageous step, and I commend you for taking it. My role is to walk alongside you, offering personalized strategies and insights tailored to your unique experiences and needs.
Robin Angoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Waterbury, CT 06706 (Online Only)
Life is ever changing with many unexpected issues that can lead to misalignment, and discord. However, "being well through the changes" is key to a sound mind, body, and spirit. I believe that when one seek counseling, it is due to an awareness that one is out of alignment. I am a spiritually driven and professionally trained Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist; licensed as a Professional Counselor, working for over 20 years. My duality of nationalities of being born in Guyana, South America and raised in New York, USA, gives me a realistic view of life, its challenges, and ability to transcend.
Life is ever changing with many unexpected issues that can lead to misalignment, and discord. However, "being well through the changes" is key to a sound mind, body, and spirit. I believe that when one seek counseling, it is due to an awareness that one is out of alignment. I am a spiritually driven and professionally trained Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist; licensed as a Professional Counselor, working for over 20 years. My duality of nationalities of being born in Guyana, South America and raised in New York, USA, gives me a realistic view of life, its challenges, and ability to transcend.
The Counseling Lounge, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterbury, CT 06704 (Online Only)
Do you wish your relationships could be more fulfilling? Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, relationship issues, or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow.
Do you wish your relationships could be more fulfilling? Whether you're dealing with overwhelm, relationship issues, or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow.
Reuel Parks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Waterbury, CT 06701
I provide hybrid clinical therapy and telehealth services to individual and families seeking mental health support in a safe clinical environment. I believe that everyone needs support throughout their life span in order to be best version of themselves. The greatest challenge to seeking support is dealing with the stigma of how therapeutic counseling is perceived. It is my focus to create an, inviting, safe and caring environment for each of my clients to unburden, to address their stress/trauma and begin the healing process.
I provide hybrid clinical therapy and telehealth services to individual and families seeking mental health support in a safe clinical environment. I believe that everyone needs support throughout their life span in order to be best version of themselves. The greatest challenge to seeking support is dealing with the stigma of how therapeutic counseling is perceived. It is my focus to create an, inviting, safe and caring environment for each of my clients to unburden, to address their stress/trauma and begin the healing process.
Yma Orne Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Bristol, CT 06010
My experience includes working with groups, individuals, children and families. I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds embracing all ethnicities and populations. I currently work within various therapy settings providing different therapeutic interventions to help clients heal from past pain, support them in the present, and navigate them to a brighter future. My previous experience includes working within the child welfare system and working with individuals and their families who have been impacted by substance abuse. I utilize a person-centered approach and trauma-informed approach to help others meet their goals.
My experience includes working with groups, individuals, children and families. I enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds embracing all ethnicities and populations. I currently work within various therapy settings providing different therapeutic interventions to help clients heal from past pain, support them in the present, and navigate them to a brighter future. My previous experience includes working within the child welfare system and working with individuals and their families who have been impacted by substance abuse. I utilize a person-centered approach and trauma-informed approach to help others meet their goals.
Davina Przygoda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plainville, CT 06062 (Online Only)
NOT Accepting NEW clients! As a LCSW-I have worked with a variety of populations, but I have a special interest in working with minority communities, women, college students and older populations. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, family/relationship issues, and life transitions. I'm ready to go on this journey with you. Having a safe and open space to speak of your mental health needs does not have to be challenging-my goal is to be a bridge for your needs.
NOT Accepting NEW clients! As a LCSW-I have worked with a variety of populations, but I have a special interest in working with minority communities, women, college students and older populations. I work with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, family/relationship issues, and life transitions. I'm ready to go on this journey with you. Having a safe and open space to speak of your mental health needs does not have to be challenging-my goal is to be a bridge for your needs.
Krystal Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Bristol, CT 06010
Hey! I'm Krystal Jackson, the Founder of Simply Being Wellness Counseling. I am not currently accepting client; however, our team of therapists are committed to providing support with compassion and empathy. We are focused on holistic healing for women, teens, families, and helping professionals. Whether you are going through a life transition or navigating depression/anxiety, we are here to support you. We are committed to providing a safe space where you can freely be your authentic self. We believe our work with you can help to enhance your understanding of your different life experiences, emotions, and beliefs.
Hey! I'm Krystal Jackson, the Founder of Simply Being Wellness Counseling. I am not currently accepting client; however, our team of therapists are committed to providing support with compassion and empathy. We are focused on holistic healing for women, teens, families, and helping professionals. Whether you are going through a life transition or navigating depression/anxiety, we are here to support you. We are committed to providing a safe space where you can freely be your authentic self. We believe our work with you can help to enhance your understanding of your different life experiences, emotions, and beliefs.
Adam Enoch - Pathway to Positivity Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southington, CT 06489
Waitlist for new clients
Currently not Accepting new clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker that provides individual therapy to adolescent through early adulthood clients. I aim to provide a safe and compassionate space to embark on a transformative journey towards mental and emotional well-being. My counseling services prioritize your unique needs, ensuring a personalized approach to address your challenges and goals. With a deep commitment to fostering positivity and resilience, I empower individuals to navigate life's complexities with confidence.
Currently not Accepting new clients. I am a licensed clinical social worker that provides individual therapy to adolescent through early adulthood clients. I aim to provide a safe and compassionate space to embark on a transformative journey towards mental and emotional well-being. My counseling services prioritize your unique needs, ensuring a personalized approach to address your challenges and goals. With a deep commitment to fostering positivity and resilience, I empower individuals to navigate life's complexities with confidence.
Keyndra Lewis, LMFT/ English-Spanish- Telehealth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Plainville, CT 06062
Learning to navigate the challenges in a constructive and beneficial manner produces a confident, well-adjusted person. I provide inclusive clinical interventions to improve overall functioning to couples, and individuals. Breakdown and unpacking narratives that no longer serves us with a focus on empathy support and a focus on self healing. Every journey is unique. The most essential tenet of this work is affirmation that you can trust yourself to know and make changes that will benefit your life. Soy hispana y hablo español.
Learning to navigate the challenges in a constructive and beneficial manner produces a confident, well-adjusted person. I provide inclusive clinical interventions to improve overall functioning to couples, and individuals. Breakdown and unpacking narratives that no longer serves us with a focus on empathy support and a focus on self healing. Every journey is unique. The most essential tenet of this work is affirmation that you can trust yourself to know and make changes that will benefit your life. Soy hispana y hablo español.
Chantaul Smith, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Plainville, CT 06062
For as long as I can remember I wanted to help people. I grew up in a family of helpers.Seeking help requires self reflection, faith in others, and a desire to be better. It is a humbling experience to ask for help, but it requires great strength. I am looking to help YOU. If you have trouble with anxiety, depression, school, work /life stress, or just trouble with the day to day task, let me help YOU. Life can be hard, and things happen that dull our shine. let's work together in bringing back you shine.
For as long as I can remember I wanted to help people. I grew up in a family of helpers.Seeking help requires self reflection, faith in others, and a desire to be better. It is a humbling experience to ask for help, but it requires great strength. I am looking to help YOU. If you have trouble with anxiety, depression, school, work /life stress, or just trouble with the day to day task, let me help YOU. Life can be hard, and things happen that dull our shine. let's work together in bringing back you shine.
Stallworth Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Waterbury, CT 06702
At Stallworth Counseling Services, LLC, we operate with a strength-based, hands on approach. With close to 50 years of collective experience, our team is equipped to support families and agencies with compassion, dignity, and respect. Our goal is to help our clients recognize their strengths, identify areas for growth, and assist them in their journey of attaining the desired outcomes they deserve. We enjoy working with individuals and families from all walks of life, and we understand their lived experiences help shape who they are and where they are trying to go. I look forward to meeting you!
At Stallworth Counseling Services, LLC, we operate with a strength-based, hands on approach. With close to 50 years of collective experience, our team is equipped to support families and agencies with compassion, dignity, and respect. Our goal is to help our clients recognize their strengths, identify areas for growth, and assist them in their journey of attaining the desired outcomes they deserve. We enjoy working with individuals and families from all walks of life, and we understand their lived experiences help shape who they are and where they are trying to go. I look forward to meeting you!
Malaika A Small
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plantsville, CT 06479 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Malaika A. Small, a Licensed Master Social Worker. My approach is holistic and centers around the whole person. I pride myself on being easy to talk to, sensitive, in tune with the needs of others, spiritual but, not overly religious, gentle and patient. Sometimes, people need to talk through day-to-day challenges, and my goal is to create a safe space for people to do so.
Hi, I’m Malaika A. Small, a Licensed Master Social Worker. My approach is holistic and centers around the whole person. I pride myself on being easy to talk to, sensitive, in tune with the needs of others, spiritual but, not overly religious, gentle and patient. Sometimes, people need to talk through day-to-day challenges, and my goal is to create a safe space for people to do so.
Angelo Turner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterbury, CT 06708 (Online Only)
When life becomes challenging, therapy can be a useful tool to help establish resolutions that bring balance into your life. Therapy can allow a person to obtain support that can help with daily stressors, feelings of anxiety and/or depression, and family and relationship issues. I also have a passion for working with teens, adults and individuals with disabilities to improve their overall mental health and daily functioning. It is imperative that clients have the opportunity and resources to be supported through all different life stressors.
When life becomes challenging, therapy can be a useful tool to help establish resolutions that bring balance into your life. Therapy can allow a person to obtain support that can help with daily stressors, feelings of anxiety and/or depression, and family and relationship issues. I also have a passion for working with teens, adults and individuals with disabilities to improve their overall mental health and daily functioning. It is imperative that clients have the opportunity and resources to be supported through all different life stressors.
Tiffany Bentley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cheshire, CT 06410 (Online Only)
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, struggling with past experiences, navigating significant changes in your life, or you're having trouble naming the discomfort in your life, you don't have to navigate it alone—I'm here to offer support.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, struggling with past experiences, navigating significant changes in your life, or you're having trouble naming the discomfort in your life, you don't have to navigate it alone—I'm here to offer support.
Shawniel Chamanlal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plantsville, CT 06479
Hello, I’m Shawniel Chamanlal founder of Healing Springs Wellness Center. Our expert team of Therapist and Wellness Professionals are passionate about empowering individuals to live a more authentic, meaningful, and fulfilling life. We have created a safe and nonjudgmental space to allow you to move beyond your fears, life stressors, and unhelpful behavioral patterns. We utilize scientifically proven methods and holistic healing to help you feel better emotionally and to optimize your physical and spiritual wellness.
Hello, I’m Shawniel Chamanlal founder of Healing Springs Wellness Center. Our expert team of Therapist and Wellness Professionals are passionate about empowering individuals to live a more authentic, meaningful, and fulfilling life. We have created a safe and nonjudgmental space to allow you to move beyond your fears, life stressors, and unhelpful behavioral patterns. We utilize scientifically proven methods and holistic healing to help you feel better emotionally and to optimize your physical and spiritual wellness.
Black and African American Therapists
As an African American, why might I wish to see a therapist who is African American?
African American clients may seek out African American therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with African American clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with African American individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of African American clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognizing that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Black therapists?
The directory of Black therapists includes therapists who have self-identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profile, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. In situations where the number of therapists who have identified as Black is limited, the directory will also show therapists who have undergone specific multicultural training or have extensive experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds.