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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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My go-to approach for helping people in teen counseling is building a rapport with the client and their parents. I find the best benefit in helping my clients become aware of their lives, take notice of physical issues due to chemical changes in the body, and understand that they are part of a group of younger people who are dealing with the same issues.
I teach the following tools in teen counseling: awareness of self, normalization, coping skills, problem-solving, and reality testing.
I know a client is making meaningful progress in teen counseling when they start to realize they are not the only person in the world who is dealing with these issues and are not alone.
Clients can supplement their time in teen counseling by practicing the new skills learned in therapy in real life, not just in sessions.
To prepare for their first teen counseling session, a teen can look at the things they are struggling with, make a list of them, and present it at their first therapy session.
Teen counseling helps young individuals better understand and manage the challenges that affect their mental health. Common challenges amongst teens include anxiety, depression, ADHD, and problematic relationships with food.
Teen counseling works by using multiple techniques, tailored to fit the teen’s unique needs — based on their age group, their challenges, and the severity of their challenges. It might involve cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, art therapy, and others for varying ages. In any case, Thriveworks teen therapists in West Hartford have the expertise and experience to help young individuals at their level.
Signs that teens might need Teen counseling can be very subjective, as they are experiencing many changes and can have intense reactions to them. As parents, you know your child best and are best equipped to judge whether certain reactions are standard behaviors for your teen or whether they might be hinting at a larger problem. Even so, there are a few common signs and events that often point to a need for therapy, such as experiencing divorce or loss, grief, consistent low moods, teens distancing themselves and becoming isolated, losing interest in hobbies, excessive anger or irritability, substance use issues, and suicidal ideation, among others.
Teen counseling providers at Thriveworks in West Hartford, CT offer both in person and online therapy by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of teen counseling depends on your teen’s needs as well as the goals that you and their therapist might have for them. Generally, teen counseling sessions will last for several months.
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