Therapists Beginning With K in Connecticut

I received my Master of Social Work from the New York University Silver School of Social Work. While at NYU, I completed my clinical internships at IVDU Boys’ School, a high school for Orthodox Jewish young men with developmental disabilities, and Bleuler Psychotherapy Center, an outpatient mental health clinic for children, adolescents, and adults.

Drawing from over twenty years of experience and extensive training in various therapeutic modalities I focus mostly on helping clients deal with stress, anxiety, panic, trauma, depression and grief. I address mind and body using cognitive methods and teaching relaxation and mindfulness skills. I am known to be direct while respectful and deeply committed to my work with each client.

I have been providing Psychotherapy for individuals, families, and groups for over 40 years.I have trained mental health professionals in the United States and Europe. I teach a course every year in Family Therapy and Cultural Diversity at the Child Study Center of Yale University Medical School, where I supervise and train Psychiatry,Psychology and Social Workers in psychotherapy with individuals, couples and families.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent many years in marketing, where I noticed the struggle to access quality mental health care. This gap inspired me to switch careers and help close it. My interests also include the mental health impacts of COVID and chronic illness. I’m actively involved in research in these areas and love seeing people build confidence and feel better. Specialized care for OCD is often hard to find, I'm excited to work with NOCD to provide this need. At NOCD, my team and I focus on evidence-based treatment for OCD, supported by our intensive training in ERP—the gold standard for OCD treatment.

Current Availability for Evening appointments: Life isn't always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life's more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point in their lives. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, self-esteem issues, grief and loss, or any other issue you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow.

I won’t give a long spiel about hope and joy here, but what I will say is that life is hard and therapy can be really helpful in managing the ways in which what we have been through impacts us.

I have expertise in working with individuals who experience intense emotions that often lead to difficulties in interpersonal relationships, behaviors that they find themselves regretting later, and intense self-criticism, shame and hopelessness. I am committed to genuinely and radically accepting my clients in order to help them experience real and measurable changes in their life.

I have experience in helping individuals of all identities navigate the complexities of eating disorders, with a special focus on size inclusivity. I understand the unique challenges that individuals may face in a society that often perpetuates unrealistic beauty standards. I am currently working towards my certification in Perinatal Mental Health, to support all birthing persons who are navigating the complexity of parenthood. My goal is to create a non-judgmental and affirming environment where you can explore your relationship with your body and work towards self-acceptance.

Are you feeling judged? Have a secret that you cannot share with others? Seeking a safe space in order to vent? With my therapeutic guidance, you can address your deepest emotional and intimate needs in a nonjudgmental, genuine and supportive environment. Dynamic and spontaneous, I am there because you are there. You do not need to struggle alone. Together, we have an opportunity to make it better.

You're a professional or even maybe a therapist yourself, looking for an experienced trauma therapist to see in-person. You want to be able to reflect on your recent or past trauma with acceptance or at least not break out in tears or anger when your past is triggered. Since the trauma, you might find yourself replaying what happened instead of sleeping. You might be irritated by things that didn't bother you before or have feelings of panic or depression that prevent you from being yourself. You don't only want coping strategies, you want to address the route of your symptoms.

At times life can be unusually painful, scary and confusing. With the COVID-19 virus we are living through such a time. Generally speaking, we may feel anxious, sad, discouraged and alone, and not know what to do. When someone listens to us carefully, we learn how to listen to ourselves, to our own inner life. Talking things out with someone in this special way can help us become clearer about who we are, our strengths and also our self-defeating ways, so we can move forward with an improved sense of self and direction.

Have you ever told yourself, "I will start tomorrow," only to find yourself repeating the same phrase again and again? Is there an ever-growing todo list sitting around with few to no things crossed off? Do you find you are constantly defending yourself in your job or relationship or explaining why certain tasks are taking longer than expected? Do you ever feel misunderstood by your partner or friends? Are you frustrated by talking about all of the changes you want to make, yet struggling to make those changes? Let me help you take action toward building the rich and meaningful life you've been wanting!

Life can be difficult to navigate, we are often faced with past and current stressors that present us with challenges and questions about ourselves and our relationships. Healing and connecting with our authentic selves is a journey of discovery that can begin now. Our partnership can serve as a safe and nurturing space to develop, discover, learn and heal. My 18 years in the mental health field has given me opportunities to infuse a myriad of treatment modalities into my work with clients.

Starting therapy can be overwhelming and scary, but together, we can work on figuring out where you want to go and remove the roadblocks in the way. I strive to help you find empowerment in your story by understanding how where you've been has led to where you are now. I use the relationship between my client and myself as a laboratory for exploration and development of the self.

Anxiety, depression, self-criticism, perfectionism, codependency, trauma and other mental health challenges can restrict us from reaching our goals, having meaningful relationships and fully living. ​ These challenges are also accompanied with symptoms that can be problematic, difficult to manage, painful and even debilitating. ​ Yet personal development, whether practiced independently or in the therapeutic setting, can feel daunting and unproductive. ​ People are often at a loss on how to improve their lives. This can lead to dissatisfaction, frustration and despair. ​ This is where I can offer you a different experience.

My work with you will focus on empowering you to be the strongest version of yourself. I have worked with children, teens, adults and couples struggling with anxiety, low self esteem, depression, school avoidance and marital conflict. Each situation is different and each person brings strengths and needs to the therapeutic experience. I work to help strengthen your relationships, improve your coping skills and practice healthy routines on the path to wellness.

Let's create meaningful change in your life together. I believe that all behavior makes sense within the context of one's relationships and life circumstances. It is my goal to guide you as you explore your own unique choices and beliefs and as you gain insight into your behavior. Together we will build upon your strengths and resources to increase desired outcomes.

Maybe you're unsure of what is bothering you, but are aware that something isn’t working for you anymore. Perhaps you're supportive and patient with others, but are self-critical, high-achieving, and set unrealistic expectations for yourself. Maybe you're tired of worrying all the time or feeling stuck in cycles of thinking about the same things. Until now, you've likely been pushing yourself to cope with what you’ve been feeling on your own. If you tend to prioritize others, you may be hoping to learn how to set healthy boundaries and communicate assertively, so you can better tend to your own needs.

Please also visit my site, www.dynamapsychology.com for more information. I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with kids, teens & adults. My private practice is Dynama Psychology where I specialize in anxiety, coping, parenting, health psychology, and finding power in mental health. My clients are adults needing support while navigating a major life transition; teenagers wanting to learn how to better cope with stress; children learning how to rise above anxiety; parents hoping to be more effective while raising a family; and possibly you on your pursuit for healthy change.