Substance Use Therapists in Ridgefield, CT

I have practiced for over twenty years as a clinical psychologist, trained as a cognitive behavioral therapist. My therapeutic orientation is brief solution focused treatment. My professional experience includes the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, adjustment disorders, phase of life issues, marital conflict and childhood disorders.

Through the use of evidenced-based, client-centered therapies, I help people live with mental health issues and over time reimagine these divergences as features, not flaws.

Through active engagement and collaboration, I partner with clients to facilitate opening to the possibilities of self-exploration and change.

I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 25 years and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor as well. I have training both DBT and CBT and I specialize the treatment of grief/loss, anxiety & depression and substance abuse issues and am an LGBTQI+ ally. I work with adults, teens and couples and am passionate about helping decrease opioid overdose deaths. I view my role as a therapist as helping you find the solutions to your issues as we all hold the answers and just need help finding them. I work off a strenth based, individualized approach, meeting each client where they are currently at in their process.

Will you take the road less traveled and become responsible for your wellbeing with me? It is not a secret that most people have been dealt with challenges throughout their lives and as a result continue to struggle to adapt and survive in this fast-paced world. I am board certified Licensed Professional Counselor and Psychotherapist, and in recent years, my practice has grown to focus on the issues of individuals throughout the life cycle. . I treat males and females ages 18 and above, struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. I will provide you with a comprehensive psychological evaluation.

Welcome! You are in the right place. You may have heard about Arch Psychological from your trusted physician, school staff or a friend. We are so glad that you found us! We are a small, locally owned and operated therapy group serving our community for over 20 years. We look forward to connecting with you and we know that you will feel the difference in our responsiveness and follow-through.

Do you struggle with emotions that are difficult to manage? Are you engaging in behaviors that are problematic and interfering with your quality of life? I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a treatment that helps people learn healthy ways of regulating emotions, behaviors and thoughts. I will work with you in learning how to effectively make changes, solve problems and learn to accept yourself so that you may enhance your capacity to experience joy in your life. I also specialize in ACT, another CBT approach that helps people learn new ways of attending to their thoughts and emotions.

I am a seasoned clinician with a genuine interest in the well being of my patients. I have over 25 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, families and couples. Using cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral treatment and a family systems approach, I provide a safe supportive environment where people learn to feel empowered and acquire the tools to help themselves. I am skilled in treating depression and anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders and marriage and family issues.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Connecticut and New York. As a mother of 3 children who were student athletes attending private college preparatory schools, and continued their athletic careers in college, I specialize in the rigors and stressors that the student/athlete endures. I also provide concierge assistance surrounding the entire boarding school and college application process, assisting to alleviate the anxiety and uncertainty that prevails during this time frame. I utilize an eclectic approach, including cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing and client-centered therapy.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, my goal is to provide a gentle and supportive space for you. My clinical approach is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices. In our sessions, expect a safe space for open exploration and practical strategies. Whether you're dealing with relationship challenges, emotional pain, life transitions, or seeking self-discovery, my goal is to support you on your path to healing. Taking the first step is a powerful act of self-care. I look forward to connecting with you and exploring how we can navigate this journey together.

Let's get to the truth. Your truth. Who are you, really? What do you need or desire? We will take this trip together toward the most authentic version of yourself in order to reach your goals. In any relationship or dynamic you are involved with, YOU are the constant. Let's clarify who you are and why you need to be this person or choose to be. Some of the reasons are totally valid! Together, we can decide what needs to be unpacked and what needs to be taken on your journey to a better way of life.

Are you plagued by stress or anxiety? Would you like to be happier with your life? I am a LCSW in both NY and CT states and a wellness coach with an eclectic approach to mind-body psychotherapy and stress reduction, utilizing mindfulness techniques and biofeedback practices. I will work with you to enhance your sense of self-empowerment with a focus on re-creating mastery and restoring wellness and balance. I employ the creative arts when applicable in my practice to facilitate fuller expression and to develop and enrich personal metaphors (especially therapeutic writing and the action methods of psychodrama).

If you're reading this, it is not by accident. Perhaps you're here because you're seeking help with depression, trauma, OCD, anxiety, or an addiction. Maybe you've been concerned about a loved one and are wondering what you can do to help. I will work with you to clarify and understand your concerns. Together we’ll identify your goals and the specific steps and actions we can take to help you reach them. I do hope you'll take the next step and contact me.

I am a psychotherapist licensed in New York and Connecticut. I work with adolescents struggling with the social and emotional toll brought on or amplified by the pandemic, adults, couples and families struggling with anxiety and depression, relationship issues, workplace problems or simply looking for growth and change. I have seven years of experience providing psychotherapy, and have worked with individuals, couples and families dealing with anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, trauma, and physical/verbal/emotional abuse.

Those people who are looking for a well seasoned therapist who is client focused and realizes that health insurance too often dictates health care. My training covers EMDR,Cognitive Behavioral therapy, DBT, Marriage and Family Systems/Bowinen therapy, Modern Psychoanalysis, Drug and Alcohol treatment, Child and Adolescent behavior. I treat individuals, couples and families. My practice speciality covers depression, anxiety, life transistions, child/adolescentconcerns(working directly with every school system), illness, grief, LBGT issues, and marriage transistions.....I believe we are more than just the problem at hand. Therapy is a commitment, together we work for change.

Which problem areas in your life do you want to begin to change? I have been successful working with clients who struggle with issues relating to Narcissistic Abuse, Anxiety/Depression, Motivation, Avoidance, Trauma, Stress, Substance Abuse, Chronic Illness and relationship issues. I am licensed in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is an evidence-based treatment that has been proven to be effective to help people recover from trauma and other distressing life experiences, including, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and panic disorders.

I believe that in order to work on your issues -- regardless of what they are -- you must first feel safe and understood. My treatment approach is first to provide you with a safe environment created through empathic and non-judgmental listening. Change -- even positive change -- is difficult. By understanding my clients' individual strengths and applying effective treatment approaches, change can happen. This is a process that evolves through a working relationship of open communication and trust. Identifying and changing those patterns of behavior is the focus of our work together.

Whether this is your first time in therapy or you're already familiar with it, I'm here to help you tackle whatever you're struggling with. I have a strong passion for the work I do, and I hope you will see that in my work with you. With both personal and professional experience with mental health issues, I aim to make others feel understood while providing direction. In order for your therapy to feel effective, I find it important to first identify the struggles, followed by devising a plan with short and long term goals. My ideal client has some degree of motivation to improve their situation.

As a marriage and family therapist, my work helps couples and families love and function better. Much of my work has involved rejuvenating moribund marriages and navigating the challenges of divorce, co-parenting, remarriage, and step-family relationships. I also have extensive experience in working with adolescents, who are often in conflict with their parents and dealing with individuation, identity, and relationship issues of their own that can lead to substance abuse and other risky behaviors.