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As a psychologist for nearly 30 years, I am personally and professionally compassionate about the struggles that lead to emotional...
As a psychologist for nearly 30 years, I am personally and professionally compassionate about the struggles that lead to emotional challenges and work with people to overcome barriers to feeling good about themselves, relationships, and cope with losses.
I am a licensed psychologist with 37 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan through life transitions, emotional challenges, and relational stress. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and family issues. My work centers on building a trusting therapeutic relationship where the roots of distress can be explored, and healing becomes possible.
I earned my doctorate in clinical psychology from Antioch New England Graduate School. My approach integrates cognitive, emotional, and behavioral strategies to help clients gain insight, develop coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. Compassion, empathy, and clinical experience guide every step of our work together.
I will meet you where you are and help you navigate obstacles with clarity, support, and practical guidance. Together, we will identify new perspectives and pathways that move you forward. My goal is to help you feel understood, empowered, and equipped to live a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I believe that each of us has the capacity to heal, grow, and to develop the tools that we need to find happiness and fulfillment ...
I believe that each of us has the capacity to heal, grow, and to develop the tools that we need to find happiness and fulfillment in life.
Michael A. Roohr is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who works with individuals as well as couples and families. Michael has experience helping clients with depression, academic difficulties, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, self-harming behaviors, and adjusting to life-changing events. He completed his Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of St. Joseph.
Michael recognizes and respects the unique perspectives and backgrounds that each of his clients brings to the therapy room. This respect helps him to co-create long-lasting solutions to problems and to develop strengths that can form the foundation for a healthier future. Making the first step and reaching out for help is often an act of bravery that is to be respected and honored. Michael’s role as a therapist is to create an environment of acceptance, safety, and honesty for his clients where you can collaborate on building a new perspective and developing the tools to create long-lasting change.
Building a trusting, compassionate partnership is the foundation of meaningful mental health care and lasting recovery....
Building a trusting, compassionate partnership is the foundation of meaningful mental health care and lasting recovery.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 13 years of experience supporting adults in their mental health and recovery journeys. Throughout my career, I have worked as both a nurse clinician and nurse practitioner in community mental health settings, including providing outpatient behavioral health services. I specialize in addiction medicine and treat alcohol and opioid use disorders, as well as a range of behavioral health concerns. My approach centers on respect, dignity, safety, and whole-person well-being.
I earned my Master of Science in nursing from Quinnipiac University. I utilize medication-assisted treatment using Suboxone, buprenorphine, oral naltrexone, and acamprosate. I prioritize building strong therapeutic alliances and collaborative treatment plans.
I provide a safe, supportive environment where you can openly share your concerns and work toward your recovery goals. Together, we will develop a personalized plan tailored to your needs, helping you strengthen resilience, gain stability, and move forward with confidence.
As someone who has experienced trauma, losses, and changes, I have seen how events and the people around us impact our brains and ...
As someone who has experienced trauma, losses, and changes, I have seen how events and the people around us impact our brains and lives, and truly believe that all behavior has a reason and understanding that can be the key to living the life you want.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 5 years of experience in the behavioral health field. I work with adolescents and adults, providing individual and group therapy to support clients navigating emotional regulation, crises, trauma, and life transitions. My background includes work in outpatient crisis settings and community-based environments.
I earned my master’s degree in social work from the University of Connecticut. My professional experience includes working in a youth outpatient crisis center, a domestic violence shelter, and emergency medical settings. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness-based, and somatic approaches.
I believe all behavior has a reason, and healing begins with understanding rather than judgment. I take a person-centered approach to help you explore patterns, build insight, and create meaningful change. Together, we will work toward greater self-awareness, empowerment, and a future that feels authentic and within your control.
Whether it's depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, or life transitions with support and compassion, you will be e...
Whether it's depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, or life transitions with support and compassion, you will be empowered to overcome these hurdles.
Tracy Saucier is a Licensed Clinical Therapist with over 11 years of experience. She has been described as a supportive, caring, and compassionate therapist. She specializes in anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders, coping skills, depression, and major life transitions.
Tracy completed her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Springfield College School of Social Work. Tracy specializes individual therapy working primarily with adults and elderly. Her approach often utilizes a mix of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), supportive approach, and person-centered therapy (PCT).
Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. Therapy is for coping, healing, and growing. You are important, and Tracy is here to help you improve your quality of life.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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I mainly use CBT. CBT is versatile and it gives control to the client to figure out how best to achieve their goals.
I teach the following tools: gaining insight into the issues clients are facing, problem-solving skills, coping skills, breathing techniques, communication skills, self-awareness, expressing themselves through effective communication, stress reduction, and meditation.
I know a client is making progress in therapy when they are actively engaged and sharing their thoughts and feelings about the subject matter. I can also tell when the session is over and it feels like we just started, as that means we are both actively engaged in the subject matter of the meeting.
Clients can attend group therapy or a self-help group. They can also read written material online or in books related to the issues they are dealing with.
To prepare for the first session, clients can take a personal inventory of what they want to accomplish in therapy and write it down so they remember what they want to say.
Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in West Hartford, CT will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.
It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.
Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.
Common signs of depression include:
Thriveworks depression counseling in West Hartford, CT is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.
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.
We’re going to be honest: depression isn’t fun. In fact, it can be really difficult. This mental illness that is endured by millions of people all around the world every day is characterized by a profound level of despair. It comes with harmful symptoms like feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness, difficulty sleeping, and even suicidal thoughts. It makes day to day activities difficult, like simply getting out of bed or focusing on tasks at work.
If you start to experience symptoms of depression, you might feel worried or unsure about your future. While it’s normal to feel this way, we have good news: depression is a treatable mental illness. And one effective treatment method is therapy, which you can receive at Thriveworks Counseling in West Hartford.
Are you experiencing any troubling symptoms? Do you think you could find value in therapy for depression? Start a partnership with a Thriveworks Counseling provider in West Hartford, CT. Our depression therapists and psychologists are ready to help you. They have the skills, training, and experience needed to help you manage your symptoms and come up with a plan for living better! Our scheduling process is easy. When you call our office at (860) 553-3374, a scheduling specialist will walk you through this process and set you up with a therapist or psychologist who can best help you.
There are many different forms of depression, such as major and minor depression, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder, and seasonal affective disorder. However, the most common is major depression, which is characterized by a profound sadness and affects over 16.1 million US adults in any given year. In addition to sadness and despair, those who struggle with major depression might also experience the following symptoms:
While these symptoms can vary on a case by case basis, for a depression diagnosis, one must experience at least 5 of the above symptoms, nearly every day for longer than two weeks at a time. They also must be so intense or severe that they significantly affect major areas of one’s life.
The signs and symptoms that an individual exhibits can differ. For this reason, depression therapy at Thriveworks Counseling is an individualized experience. You will discuss your symptoms with your therapist, they will understand what you want and need from therapy, and then they will design an effective treatment plan for you.
Your treatment plan will likely include regular sessions with your therapist. During these sessions, your therapist will help you to work through the symptoms you are experiencing, understand and address potential causes of depression, and ultimately help you live a happier, healthier life.
Have you reached a point in your life where you feel sad, hopeless, and unmotivated? You might have depression. If you’re looking for therapy for depression, you can talk with a therapist at our West Hartford location about the symptoms you are experiencing and get on the right path toward healing. Here at Thriveworks, we only partner with the best of the best providers. You can rest easy knowing that your therapist or psychologist has impressive skills and has undergone the proper training to help you.
You don’t have to face your depression alone. The therapists and psychologists at Thriveworks Counseling in West Hartford want to help. If you’re interested in seeing what you could get out of therapy, give us a call today at (860) 553-3374. We can’t wait to meet you.
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