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"Hello, hello! I am excited to support you in developing the quality of life you hope for yourself using my knowledge and lived experiences to guide you to those goals."

Ian Friedrich is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 7 years of experience in various mental health settings. He is passionate about providing effective and competent care to support his clients in achieving their personal and clinical goals. He specializes in working with clients who struggle with traits of borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and concerns regarding sexuality and gender expression. Ian obtained his Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut.

Ian has been intensively trained in foundational DBT, DBT prolonged exposure, and DBT for couples and families. Additionally, he is passionate about working with the LGBTQIA+ community and using his lived experiences as a queer person to help those who also identify with the community.

Ian meets all of his clients with compassion and his genuine self to help them navigate the challenges that life presents. Ian is positive that he can guide his clients toward healthy change. He is here to support anyone looking to make positive changes for themselves, no matter what happened in their past. He is excited to start working with new clients.

Elizabeth Jucevics is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut (CT 008741) and a previous MSW student member of the NASW-CT Board of Directors. Ms. Jucevics obtained her Bachelor of Arts from the University of Connecticut in 1992 with a major in Psychology and minors in both Sociology and Anthropology. She returned to the University of Connecticut to earn her Master’s in Social Work in 2011 – with an additional focused area of study in Social Work Practice with Older Adults. Elizabeth also completed an independent research project involving substance abuse treatment for older adults. Elizabeth has also been a member of Phi Beta Kappa and the Golden Key National Honor Society. Elizabeth has vast experience working with adult and older adults in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and community-based settings. Ms. Jucevics is passionate about human dignity and served as a Human Rights Officer for individuals diagnosed with severe psychiatric illness. Elizabeth has experience working with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, schizophrenia, medical co-morbidities as well as family and relationship issues. Ms. Jucevics is dedicated to person-centered care and she is also guided by the values and principles of the NASW Code of Ethics. Through her experience, Elizabeth has become mindful of vicarious trauma and she is committed to the practice of self-care.

"As a parent, I relate with the challenges the parents face raising their children. There is no book to teach how to be a perfect parent and we all learn by experience. "

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Connecticut with six years of experience providing therapy and case management. I earned my MSW from Yeshiva University's Wurzweiler School of Social Work in 2020. I've worked with children, adolescents, families, adults, and seniors, and I specialize in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I also provide therapy to adults and seniors experiencing depression, anxiety, and substance use challenges. My goal is to empower every client and family with a safe, supportive environment that fosters resilience and growth.

I use evidence-based methods to support parents, children, and families, including Parent Training in Behavior Management, social skills training, family-based therapies, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I work with the whole family to build lasting change. With adults, I use Motivational Interviewing (MI) to strengthen motivation for change.

I recognize the challenges families face raising children with developmental disabilities. My approach equips parents with skills to support their child at home, school, and in the community. With adults and seniors, I use Motivational Interviewing to build insight and resilience. I encourage you to schedule an appointment so we can work together.

Kate Hanselman is a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 10 years of professional experience working with adults and seniors who are dealing with a wide variety of issues, including family conflict, transgender issues, grief, sexual orientation issues, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, anger issues, dysfunctional relationships, ADHD, behavioral issues, women’s issues, and more. 

Kate earned a Master’s degree in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania and a Master’s in Science from King’s College London. With over a decade of experience in mental health as a nurse, a first responder in New York, and a health professions educator, she is particularly passionate about working with health care workers, educators, and those in the helping professions. She has a unique familiarity with the challenges particular to these roles. Especially now, with the pandemic increasing stressors and diminishing opportunities for coping, everyone needs and deserves a little extra help. 

As a PMHNP, Kate prioritizes a collaborative, creative approach. She offers honed clinical expertise, a dynamic set of tools including medication and therapy, and a firm belief that each person is the expert on their own life. Kate provides thorough, holistic care by using CBT, trauma-informed, solution-focused, and mindful approaches to better understand and target the root causes of distress. You do not have to struggle alone. Whether you’re looking for support with an ongoing issue, or this is your first time seeking help, Kate will meet you where you are, and together you’ll decide on a plan that fits your needs.