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I believe that healing starts with being truly seen, so I work to build a space where you can explore who you are without pressure...
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I believe that healing starts with being truly seen, so I work to build a space where you can explore who you are without pressure or judgment.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 2 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life’s challenges. I help clients navigate stress, relationships, and personal growth by creating a warm, collaborative space where they feel seen and supported. My approach is tailored to each person’s unique needs, focusing on building strengths, developing coping skills, and fostering resilience and lasting change.
I earned my Master’s in Counselor Education from Radford University. I use a person-centered and strengths-based approach that combines empathy, support, and practical strategies to help clients overcome barriers and build self-awareness.
It takes courage to begin therapy, and I believe everyone deserves a space to feel heard, understood, and empowered. In our work together, you can expect guidance, authenticity, and a safe space to grow at your own pace.
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I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow at your own pace....
I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow at your own pace.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical with over 25 years of experience helping individuals heal, grow, and thrive. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, offering a calm, supportive space where clients can feel empowered to find balance, build resilience, and make meaningful changes in their lives.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University. My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a person-centered focus, meeting each client where they are. I help clients build self-awareness, manage emotions, and develop practical tools for growth and well-being.
I strive to create a warm and welcoming space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. Together, we’ll explore challenges, strengthen resilience, and foster personal growth. I invite you to take the next step toward healing and lasting positive change.
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” –Aristotle...
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” –Aristotle
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with over 31 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in supporting individuals navigating addiction, chronic pain, trauma, ADHD, and complex life stressors. My clinical background spans private practice, outpatient substance abuse treatment, educational settings, and court-involved services, allowing me to provide comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s needs.
I earned my master’s degree in counseling from Fordham University and hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Mercy College. My approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, client-centered counseling, and shame-informed care. I am certified in dialectical behavior therapy and ADHD clinical services.
I strive to create a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and empowered. Together, we will work toward meaningful goals, build resilience, and develop practical tools to support long-term growth and well-being. I welcome the opportunity to partner with you on your path forward.
Josey Politowicz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. She has worked with adolescents and adults...
Josey Politowicz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience. She has worked with adolescents and adults living with stress, trauma histories, substance abuse issues, and various mental health issues. Josey also has experience working with active duty and veteran military, their dependents, and those struggling with addiction. Before becoming a therapist, she spent 5 years facilitating support groups for children and adolescents who were grieving the loss of an immediate family member.
Josey completed her Master's in Social Work at Southern Connecticut State University. She employs an eclectic approach to treatment and draws from various therapeutic approaches depending on the needs of each client.
Josey aims to provide a safe, private, and honest environment where clients can learn to identify problems and find strategic solutions. If you are interested in exploring an opportunity to work with her, please schedule an appointment.
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With Thriveworks, Online therapy is an effective alternative to in-person therapy services in which a client can speak to a Thriveworks therapist remotely via online video conferencing. Online sessions are just as effective as in-person treatment, but they can also provide added benefits like reduced travel time, saving money on transportation or childcare, and increased access to care.
Online therapy works much like traditional in-person therapy but takes place through secure video conferencing. Clients can attend Online therapy from any safe place they choose that has access to the internet, whether that be their home or another easily accessible place. Like in-person treatment, a therapist will work with their client to address their concerns, create goals, and establish an effective treatment plan.
There is no best option for online therapy—instead, it’s best to focus on finding a provider that meets your specific needs and with whom you can form a professional connection with.
Yes, online therapy is just as effetive for many clients as in-person sessions.
Online therapy can last for a few months to years depending on the goals and symptoms of the client. The treatment process will be unique to each client and lend itself to their specific concerns, which means that the time it takes to treat them will always be different. Timing is also up to the client themselves; they are free to stop therapy whenever they please, especially if they feel they have reached their goals and addressed their concerns.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
Are you on a search for the right therapist or counselor? Now, let me ask you this: Have you considered working with a therapist or counselor online? This might be the first you’ve heard of online therapy. If so, welcome to a world of flexibility and convenience! Online therapy is the most convenient therapy option for many people, especially those who have a full-time job or struggle to fit all of their appointments into their schedule. If this sounds like you, online counseling might be the right therapy option for you.
Thriveworks Counseling in Fairfield, CT offers online therapy as well as in-person therapy, counseling, and life coaching. If you’re ready to schedule an online therapy appointment or an in-person session for that matter, just give us a call at (203) 433-3563. Our simple scheduling process allows our clients to schedule quick, flexible appointments. You can attend your first appointment as soon as tomorrow, if you so choose! Especially if you choose online therapy, as both you and your therapist can attend from virtually anywhere.
Online therapy is much like in-person therapy, only it’s conducted via phone call, video chat, or email. Sounds pretty simple, right? If you decide to explore online therapy at Thriveworks Counseling Fairfield, CT, you don’t have to worry about whether or not your therapist has the proper credentials, skills, or license to help you in therapy. Our counselors and therapists are fully licensed, accredited, and equipped with impressive skillsets.
Let’s delve into the specifics of online counseling. When you call to set up your online therapy counseling appointment, you’ll have a few options:
Many people choose online therapy over in-person therapy and for different reasons, but the primary reasons are: it’s convenient, it’s comfortable, and it’s flexible. If you’re looking for the most convenient, comfortable, and flexible therapy option, reach out to Thriveworks Counseling to begin online therapy counseling.
We just mentioned the primary reasons that people choose to forego in-person therapy and attend online therapy instead. Here, we explain these online therapy benefits further:
If you’re exploring therapy options in Fairfield, CT, consider working with one of our online counselors.
If you are ready to schedule an online therapy counseling appointment, call Thriveworks Counseling in Fairfield, CT. You can reach us at (203) 433-3563. Our scheduling team is here to help you with all of your scheduling needs.
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