Coventry, CT Local Support & Community Resources

Marguerite (Rita) Amodeo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors facing a variety of mental health challenges. With a special focus on issues such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and parenting, Rita is dedicated to guiding individuals and families through life's transitions, including divorce and relationship dynamics. Her clinical expertise spans diverse age groups, from young adults aged 18 to 60 and elderly populations. Utilizing a cognitive behavioral approach alongside client-centered techniques, Rita effectively works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, promoting healing and resilience through trauma-focused and emotionally centered therapy. She is deeply committed to fostering understanding and compassionate support as she navigates her clients through their unique journeys.

Jessica Grzywinski, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), honors the opportunity to guide clients in beginning transformative new chapters. Recognizing the balancing act of everyday life, Jessica believes that a harmonious approach to whole body health, encompassing mental and physical wellness, can lead to a more fulfilling existence. Her extensive experience spans individual therapy with clients of all ages—from children and teenagers to adults in their middle years (20-50)—addressing a range of challenges including Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Transitions, Substance Abuse, and Mood Disorders. Jessica's therapeutic journey began over 12 years ago in social work, where she worked in various environments including residential facilities, homeless shelters, and in-home settings before settling into outpatient care. She expertly integrates diverse therapeutic models tailored to her clients' unique needs, with specialties in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Structural Family Therapy. Through her private practice, Jessica is committed to leveraging her wealth of experience and knowledge to provide meaningful support and treatment for those seeking help. Her welcoming office space is thoughtfully designed to ensure accessibility and comfort, creating a serene environment for all clients.

Chastity Joy Pimental is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 22 years of experience, dedicated to the treatment of children, adolescents, and families in acute care settings. She brings a wealth of expertise in addressing a wide array of clinical presentations, including mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, grief, and substance use. Chastity is particularly adept at working with clients facing challenges related to gender identity, behavioral issues, and parenting. Through her compassionate approach, she provides individual, family, and group therapy, utilizing various modalities, including mindfulness-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused therapy. Furthermore, she has an extensive background in supervising and consulting with clinicians seeking to expand their knowledge or obtain licensure, reflecting her commitment to the growth of the therapeutic community.