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As a child, I always wondered why certain things always seemed to happen to me. As an adult, I learned how to use these experience...
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As a child, I always wondered why certain things always seemed to happen to me. As an adult, I learned how to use these experiences to be a better person. As a therapist, I learned that these experiences taught me to be empathetic and help others who are dealing with similar circumstances.
My name is Karlene Chisholm. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of Connecticut. I have had the honor and privilege of working with individuals, families, and couples—both young and old—for the past 27 years. I have experience working with children and teens (ages 6–19), young adults, couples, and older adults. I have worked with a range of concerns, including ADHD, ODD, grief and loss, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and marital issues.
When working with clients, the first step toward successful treatment is creating a safe environment where they can fully engage in the therapeutic process. Once that engagement is established, we can work together to develop treatment goals, encourage behavioral change, and implement appropriate therapeutic approaches.
As a therapist, I believe that my clients already possess the tools they need within themselves to heal and grow. My job is to help facilitate that change and support them throughout the process.
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I take a thoughtful, individualized approach to care, focusing less on labels and more on helping my patients improve their sympto...
I take a thoughtful, individualized approach to care, focusing less on labels and more on helping my patients improve their symptoms and overall quality of life.
I am a psychiatric provider with a background in inpatient and community mental health care. I earned my BSN from Central Connecticut State University and my master's degree from the University of Saint Joseph. Since 2020, I have worked with individuals across the lifespan, including those with dual diagnoses. I support clients seeking relief from symptoms and meaningful improvement in their overall quality of life.
I take a client-centered and individualized approach, understanding that each person's needs are unique. I prioritize listening, collaboration, and thoughtful treatment planning, working with clients to find practical, realistic strategies that support long-term symptom improvement and overall well-being.
I strive to create a supportive, trusting environment where you feel heard and understood. My goal is to help you build a lasting foundation for your mental health. I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
I believe in creating a supportive and collaborative space where people of all ages can feel understood, empowered, and equipped t...
I believe in creating a supportive and collaborative space where people of all ages can feel understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) with 12 years of experience providing care across outpatient, intensive outpatient, in-home, and telehealth settings. I support children, adolescents, adults, parents, families, and older adults. My background includes crisis work and treating concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, mood disorders, family conflict, autism spectrum differences, grief, addiction, and life transitions.
I earned my master’s in clinical mental health counseling from Southern Connecticut State University. My experience includes community and clinical work supporting individuals with trauma, PTSD, OCD, and conduct disorders. I use cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, play-based, creative, and therapeutic-gaming approaches.
I aim to offer a culturally sensitive, collaborative environment where you feel valued and supported. Together, we will identify your strengths, develop effective coping skills, and explore new perspectives that bring clarity and relief. My goal is to help you move toward meaningful growth and create lasting change in your daily life.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Career counseling, sometimes called career coaching, helps individuals make informed career decisions. This type of counseling is led by one of our Milford therapists who is trained to provide career development support.
Career counseling works to help you navigate your professional career and offer valuable information, such as required skill sets and/or education, regarding a particular position you may be considering. The following are common focuses of conversation that will help your career counselor best help you:
Career counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Career counseling can last for weeks, months, or even years. It all depends on the goals that you’re looking to accomplish and whether you continue to want/need a counselor to help you reach your goals. Either way, our career counselors are here and ready to help you get on the right track.
You can ask for help from a professional whose job is to use their skills and experience to help people explore different career paths and choose the one that is best suited for them. These professionals are career counselors, and they are ready to work with you at Thriveworks Counseling in Milford.
If you are in New Haven, Milford, or the surrounding area, Thriveworks career counseling is here for you. Our career counselors can help you through this process that is considering what you’re good at, what will make you happy, and what will allow you to live your desired lifestyle; weighing the options available to you; and ultimately picking which career path you want to walk down. These professionals are here to provide you with undying support and the assistance that you need. If you want to schedule a career counseling appointment right now, just reach out to Thriveworks Counseling. Call us at (203) 951-3871 and you could meet with your career counselor as early as tomorrow.
Choosing your career or job is often a difficult decision to make. In addition to allowing you to pay all of the bills, your job brings you success, happiness, fulfillment, and growth—that is, if you choose the right one.
A career counselor, or a career coach, at Thriveworks Counseling in New Haven can offer you their assistance and help you choose a job that will fulfill your needs in addition to bringing you happiness. Your career counselor might pose the following questions to guide you on this journey:
It’s normal to feel unsure about your current job and career path. Be sure about your decision by discussing your career with a career counselor. If you are in Milford, CT or New Haven, Thriveworks is here to help you with your career decisions. They can help you with all of the important considerations, including what career will best meet your needs, lifestyle, financial obligations, hobbies, interests, and more. If you are feeling at all uncertain when it comes to your job or career, reach out to us today. We have career counselors on staff who are ready to work with you as soon as this week.
You can expect to work with an exceptional provider and experience other premium benefits, including flexible scheduling. Many of our counselors also offer appointments in the evenings and on the weekends, as their ultimate goal is to provide you with the service you need when you need it. We are excited about the chance to work with you and weigh all of your career options. Let’s make the right decision together. Give us a call today to set up your first appointment at (203) 951-3871.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Milford is located near the intersection of Cherry St and Gulf St, off US-1. It is close to Lower Lagoon and a short distance from the Milford Green. The office is in a white house with a tan roof; enter through the back door near the parking lot to access the office.
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