Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
90 Post Road West, Westport, CT 06880
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It is my goal to help my clients better understand themselves and work toward achieving their personal goals together. That starts with a relationship built on trust, empathy and compassion. Whatever your current or ongoing struggle is about, if you possess a willingness to be present as an active participant in your counseling sessions, and can be patient, creative, and flexible when learning and applying tools or techniques outside of our sessions, you are capable of making meaningful and lasting change.
I provide counseling for adults and adolescents, and I have prior experience in the school setting working with adolescents. I use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, mindfulness training, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, relying on the foundation of each clients' unique strengths and abilities to tailor our work.
I also work with a team of clinicians at Positive Directions who all work closely together, and we have a variety of specialty areas, including: grief & loss, trauma, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, self-esteem, & anxiety & depression. I invite you to take the first step of reaching out to start working toward your wellness goals.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling now - (475) 253-5332
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $100
- Couple Sessions $100
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ConnectiCare
- Elevance
- Harvard Pilgrim
- HUSKY Health
- Magellan
- Medicaid
- MultiPlan
- Optum
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCA
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Connecticut / 6770 Supervised by Angelina Miceli (Connecticut / 10046) Jessica Dassori
- In Practice for 3 Years
- Attended Fairfield University, Master of Arts in School Counseling, Graduated 2021
Counselor: Jessica Dassori
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (475) 253-5332
Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCA
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- School Issues
- Peer Relationships
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (475) 253-5332
Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCA
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Eclectic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (475) 253-5332
Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCA
Groups
FREE Virtual Teacher Support Group
At times, teaching can be demanding and stressful, as much as it is rewarding and fun. One of the best ways to manage stress is by talking about it with those who understand. Come join this supportive group where you will be surrounded by peers, working together to support each other and build resilience. Offered FREE to members of the Connecticut Education Association (CEA) - register through the CEA Website.
Age
Adults
Group Meets
Every Tue 7 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Location
Positive Directions - The Center for Prevention &
Westport, CT 06880
Email Jessica Dassori about this group or call - (475) 253-5332
FREE Virtual High School Support Group
A safe place to talk with other high schoolers about school, life, relationships & more. In this FREE group, learn how to identify stressors and learn coping skills, deal with family and peer pressure, explore anxieties and develop strategies to balance your life. RSVP for link at positivedirections.org/support-groups or call 203-227-7644 to learn more!
Age
Teen
Group Meets
Every Tue 4 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Location
Positive Directions - The Center for Prevention &
Westport, CT 06880
Email Jessica Dassori about this group or call - (475) 253-5332
Location
Nearby Areas
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Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCA