Therapists Beginning With M in Connecticut

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a speciality in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. My focus is on treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and personality disorders. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families, and the geriatric population.

Relationships can be difficult - AND profoundly rewarding. My years of professional and personal experience allow me to support you in negotiating transitions, milestones, traumas and losses. I specialize in helping you balance the needs of the family with the demands of the workplace and/or schooling. My goal is to partner with you to shift your struggle as a perceived burden to struggle as an opportunity for growth. I want to empower you to love yourself and your life again and show you how much influence you have on your emotional choices. My practice is strength based with a firm emphasis on the therapist/client relationship.

I believe we have the ability within us to meet the joys and challenges of life with energy, curiosity and a sense of centeredness. When pressures become too great, though, it can be difficult to find that inner state of calm empowerment. Stressful situations, pain and illness and old habitual behaviors can make it difficult to enjoy life.

I specialize in helping couples reclaim loving connection using a proven, evidence-based therapeutic approach called Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT). If you and your partner are stuck in a pattern of conflict, withdrawal, and disconnection, be reassured: There is hope. Even if you have experienced betrayal, therapy can guide you back to joyful connection. I am also a certified Sex Therapist, and help couples discover the joys of erotic pleasure. I am kink- and CNM-friendly. For individuals, my attachment, trauma-informed approach addresses relational traumas and sexual shame to help you journey toward health and wholeness.

Congratulations on taking the first steps toward seeking help! I recognize that this is often very challenging and requires a great deal of courage. I work with children, families, and adults experiencing a wide variety of challenges, such as difficulty managing strong feelings, relationship conflicts, or significant stress related to the pressures of daily life. I also specialize in working with those who are overweight or obese. I work collaboratively to accomplish each individual's unique goals. Let's work together!

Eating Disorders can be prolonged if not addressed by a specialist. I have worked in three CT based hospitals/ treatment Centers with Eating Disorders Programs for 16 years treating individuals, facilitating groups and as treatment staff. My graduate training in Movement Therapy helps to treat the issues of Body-Image dissatisfaction and distortion. My certification in yoga training (2000) and my certification in Mindfulness Based Meditation (2012) also bring additional skills to my clients.

My approach to therapy is to understand and create a strong therapeutic relationship that will support and strengthen my clients in every aspect of their life. I have experience working with children and families with complex concerns, in different areas of their lives. These concerns include trauma, depression, ADHD/ADD, martial/parent child relationship issues, grief/loss, substance use , and mood disorders as well as self harming behaviors.

**Currently I am not accepting new patients ** I am an LCSW who also holds a doctorate in Social Work. I enjoy working with a wide array of patients; however, I specialize in those who struggle with emotional and behavioral issues. I have an extensive history working with those transitioning and other life phases, specifically with transgender and nonbinary teens and youth and the LGBTQIA+ population as a whole. I do work with clients of all ages and utilize different modalities along with a holistic approach to ensure the patients' needs are being addressed in the most effective way possible.

Hello there, my name is Ian. I am currently an outpatient clinician, licensed in Connecticut with nearly ten years’ experience working as a therapist/mental health counselor across a variety of settings: hospital, skilled nursing, assisted living and outpatient, as well as home and school-based services.

It takes courage to try something new and I am glad you are seeking that support. I engage each client in a compassionate and individualized manner. I believe in the power of connection and collaboration. As our relationship develops, we will create an environment that not only supports you, but also empowers you to reach your goals. Together, we can set the stage for a stronger sense of self, and be proactive in creating a more secure and self-aware path.

Please connect with me via email. I am experienced in working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process and that is how I approach every potential client. I believe that we know ourselves best and sometimes we just need some assistance with getting back on track. I believe in a judgement free zone and meeting someone where they are at. I also believe that we all have the tools in our tool box, but sometimes we just need assistance learning how to use them.

In the years I have been a social worker I have worked with various populations of people from many socioeconomic, cultural, and racial backgrounds as well as people with various presenting concerns. I began my career working in the mental health system, then the criminal justice system, then onto medical social work including various medical issues as well as aging and end of life concerns. I believe people can experience difficulties with coping whenever faced with a transition in life.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have the unique opportunity to help people work through various points in their lives. In the years I have been a social worker I have worked with various populations of people from many socioeconomic, cultural, and racial backgrounds as well as people with various presenting concerns. I began my career working in the mental health system, then the criminal justice system, then onto medical social work including various medical issues as well as aging and end of life concerns.

Living with mental illness can be exhausting and lonely. You might lack energy for things you once loved, and negative thoughts or trauma can make daily tasks overwhelming. It might feel like "feeling better" is out of reach, and that no one understands your struggles. But life can improve. Imagine a future where you feel in control, your challenges are manageable, and joy returns. With the right support and tools, this is possible. I'm here to offer personalized care and a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings.

I want to help people who want to increase their positive thinking. I want to help people change their inner voice to one that helps them rather than hurts them. I want to help people accept who they are, see how they can change, and then help them experience the world in a new way.

"When You Stumble in Life, Make it Part of Your Dance" I am a Licensed Professional Counselor; I specialize in alcohol and drug addiction. I believe that recovery is a journey for each individual to explore, and requires a trusting and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. That each individual is the expert on self and will lead themselves to true happiness and freedom through their personal process of change. There are times we get lost on our journey, and need some help finding our road again...I would like to help.

If you're considering starting therapy, you are suffering in some way. That's what gets us here. You may find yourself worried, feeling down, having problems in your relationships....things can feel blocked. We all go through these times in our lives. Working together, we can find the opportunity for growth in these difficulties, and the way forward. Your life can come more into focus, you can realize what you really want, and go after it. You didn't choose these difficulties, or the extraordinary times we live in, but within the difficulties is a call to your future.

Navigating life’s challenges is no easy pursuit. At times we don’t feel we have the skills or resources to cope successfully, especially without support. My clients are individuals, couples and families seeking therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, trauma as well as relationship challenges and difficulty associated with life transitions, communication struggles, (co)parenting skills. As a relational therapist I believe that every person, and relationship, has the potential for growth and positive change and I want you to feel empowered to take the steps toward the life you want to be living.

I am committed to providing a safe and secure space for my clients, where they can feel heard and supported. My areas of expertise include helping individuals manage the complexities of anxiety and depression, providing strategies for managing symptoms, and fostering resilience. I also support clients dealing with addiction and substance use disorder, offering guidance in recovery and creating a relapse prevention plan. Additionally, I have experience working with individuals navigating their journey through eating disorders.