Yolanda Liriano
Hartford
, CT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Yolanda Liriano is a seasoned Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with over 25 years of experience in providing therapy and counseling services to adults, adolescents, and families. Her diverse background spans various clinical settings, including outpatient clinics, hospitals, and educational institutions. In recent years, Yolanda has concentrated on the effects of trauma and loss, equipping individuals with the coping skills necessary to navigate life's overwhelming moments. She is passionate about helping others become the best version of themselves and has successfully supported many on their journeys through trauma, anxiety, and depression. Yolanda creates a safe and structured environment, empowering clients to overcome life's challenges and build the self-confidence needed to lead fulfilling lives. With her extensive knowledge of a range of therapeutic modalities, she is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those she serves.
Specialties
Anxiety
Chronic Pain
Depression
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
LGBTQ+
Men's & Women's Issues
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Stress
Spirituality
Jose Avila
Hartford
, CT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Jose Avila, MSW, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist specializing in adult therapy. He is passionate about helping individuals take charge of their mental health and develop healthy coping skills to become the best versions of themselves. With a wealth of professional experience, Jose employs various treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Person-Centered approaches. His expertise extends to addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. Jose's culturally sensitive and trauma-focused practice ensures a supportive environment where clients can thrive and reach their full potential.
Specialties
Addiction
Alcohol/Drug Use
Anxiety
Depression
Domestic Violence
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Men's & Women's Issues
PTSD/Trauma
Parenting
Relationship Stress
Sleeping Well
Spirituality
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Roxanna Ceballos
Hartford
, CT
Roxanna Ceballos is a bilingual Licensed Practical Counselor Associate with an M.S. in Human Services, concentrating in Clinical Diagnosis. She specializes in supporting adults grappling with Depression and Anxiety through a compassionate, faith-based approach. As a dedicated faith-based therapist, Roxanna assists individuals in harmonizing their mental health and spiritual beliefs, empowering them to find support in every aspect of their lives. Her fervor lies in guiding individuals toward inner peace, self-awareness, spiritual awakening, self-worth, and a sense of purpose. Growing up as a Catholic, Roxanna has been enriched by her interactions within diverse religious and spiritual communities, allowing her to keenly observe the mental health stigma that often pervades faith-based circles. She recognizes that many individuals sometimes lean on spiritual beliefs and practices to sidestep addressing psychological challenges. Roxanna's mission is to utilize faith-based tools to help individuals navigate their mental well-being, supporting their journey toward happiness, fulfillment, and spiritual health.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
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Sursatie Chetram-frazier Phd
Hartford
, CT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PHD
Dr. Sursatie Chetram-Frazier, a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist, brings a wealth of experience in providing therapeutic services for Individuals, Couples, and Groups. At Radiance Counseling Center (RCC), she specializes in a variety of therapeutic modalities including Trauma-Focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally Focused therapy, ensuring that each client receives care that is tailored to their unique needs. Dr. Chetram-Frazier is proficient in addressing key issues such as Trauma and PTSD, Mood Disorders, as well as dynamics related to Domestic Violence. With a commitment to accessible care, RCC accepts various funding methods including Medicare, Medicaid, and Private Insurance. The center offers Clinical Assessments and Virtual Therapy, all within a flexible schedule designed to accommodate the diverse needs of the community.
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Specialties
50+
ADHD
Addiction
Alcohol/Drug Use
Anxiety
Bipolar
Borderline (BPD)
Depression
Disabilities
Domestic Violence
Eating Disorders
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
LGBTQ+
Men's & Women's Issues
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
PTSD/Trauma
Parenting
Perinatal Mood Disorder
Relationship Stress
Sleeping Well
Spirituality
Student Life
Weight Management
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Jacqueline Diaz Maldonado
Hartford
, CT
Acceptance And Commitment (ACT)
Jacqueline Diaz Maldonado is a highly qualified therapist specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She graduated from Lesley University in 1989 and has since dedicated her career to helping clients navigate their emotional challenges, particularly in the areas of grief and addiction. Jacqueline conducts telehealth sessions exclusively, utilizing a variety of experiential techniques, including Attachment Focus EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Schema Therapy. She provides therapy for individuals and couples, addressing issues such as traumatic experiences, childhood wounds, and relationship improvements. Jacqueline integrates supportive counseling with Christian concepts, welcoming clients of all religions and beliefs. Her services also extend to dating, premarital, and family counseling, as well as Discernment Counseling and Mini Intensives for couples. Additionally, she offers innovative approaches like EMDR, Taoist Emotional Recycling, and Hypnosis for severe traumas and attachment woundings. Jacqueline is committed to aiding clients in their spiritual crises, offering skills to enhance dating experiences and foster better communication within couples. With her diverse modalities and specialized techniques, she effectively helps clients heal their traumas and build fulfilling relationships.
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Specialties
Addiction
Grief
Judith Forrester
Hartford
, CT
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Judith Forrester is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate the complexities of intimacy and sexual desire. She understands that many may feel anxious, frustrated, or have concerns related to sexual intimacy. Judith is dedicated to empowering her clients to explore their pleasures and communicate their love languages in a safe and supportive atmosphere. With a deep commitment to inclusivity and non-judgment, she fosters a comfortable therapeutic environment where clients can discuss emotional distress, trauma, and issues stemming from societal stigmas. As a Professional Counselor Associate with a specialty in sex therapy, Judith addresses a broad array of sexual concerns including orgasmic disorders, intimacy enhancement, and disability-related intimacy issues. Her passion lies in helping clients express their sexual desires and navigate the journey towards greater intimacy, pleasure, and understanding in their relationships, including those involving BDSM and kinks.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Disabilities
PTSD/Trauma
Justin Mehl
Hartford
, CT
LCSW
Justin Mehl, LCSW, understands that challenging seasons can unexpectedly lead individuals down paths they never intended to take. He recognizes that it may be time for an emotional tune-up in areas of life many wish would simply resolve on their own. Whether facing traumatic memories, struggles with addiction or compulsive behaviors, the aftermath of divorce, feelings of regret, or the burdens of unexpected illness or chronic pain, Justin is committed to walking alongside those who feel alone. He firmly believes that seasons can and do change, and that encountering life's struggles in a supportive therapeutic environment is a crucial step toward a brighter path. With international experience in diverse settings—from developing therapy programming in Guatemala City to providing clinical consultation for psychiatric crises in emergency departments across New England—Justin brings a wealth of perspectives to his practice. He values the unique insights, personalities, interests, and beliefs of each individual, allowing him to tailor a treatment plan that is perfectly suited for each client. Cognitive therapy, mindfulness meditation, spirituality, nutrition and supplements, sleep hygiene, and music are just a few of the pathways through which he supports personal healing, growth, and transformation.
Specialties
Addiction
Breakups
Chronic Pain
Mindfulness
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
PTSD/Trauma
Sleeping Well
Spirituality
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Anna Pappalardo
Hartford
, CT
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Anna Pappalardo is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who understands that the relationship between client and therapist is essential for successful therapy. Life is often filled with uncertainties, and many find themselves feeling 'stuck.' Anna believes that each person's life experience is unique, filled with individual stories that deserve respect and validation. With a deep-rooted commitment to helping others, she brings a warm and compassionate presence to her therapeutic practice. Respect, empathy, and trust form the foundation of her approach, aiming to build a strong therapeutic alliance that fosters positive change. Her extensive experience includes working with clients facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress disorders, grief and loss, self-esteem issues, relationship dynamics, spirituality, and women's issues. Anna strives to empower her clients, helping them to become the 'experts' in their own lives and encouraging ongoing growth long after their sessions are concluded. While it can be challenging to find a trustworthy therapist, Anna invites you to explore the possibilities of personal growth and healing in a safe environment.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
General Mental Health
Grief
Men's & Women's Issues
Relationship Stress
Spirituality
Catherine (kate) Tufano
Hartford
, CT
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS
Catherine 'Kate' Tufano is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience. Her areas of interest and expertise include the reduction of anxiety, alleviation of depression, and the facilitation of healthy relationships with oneself and others. Clients who work with Kate receive supportive guidance in addressing low self-esteem, navigating major life transitions, resolving familial conflict, managing marital issues, and processing the emotional impact of illness and loss. Taking the brave step to reach out marks the beginning of deconstructing and altering the distressing feelings and negative patterns that everyone encounters at various points in life. Kate embodies a warm and approachable style, drawing from extensive training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment theory, and psychodynamic methodologies. Her interventions are underpinned by a solid understanding of the brain and nervous system, offering effective strategies for alleviating the diverse symptoms associated with anxiety and depression.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Stress
Grief
LGBTQ+
Parenting
Relationship Stress
Spirituality
Weight Management
Charles Dooley
Hartford
, CT
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Charles Dooley is a licensed clinical psychologist who excels in delivering comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations. He addresses both long-standing issues and recent changes in functioning that can concern friends and family. Clients and their loved ones often seek his empathetic guidance and insights into real-world challenges, which enables targeted and meaningful treatment recommendations. To ensure efficiency, Dr. Dooley employs various methods to minimize time spent in office, including telephone and video interviews, as well as electronically submitted forms and fact sheets. He provides thorough client-centered evaluations for adults facing a wide range of life difficulties, including attention/executive issues, chronic mental health challenges, and autism spectrum disorders. In addition to assessments, he offers outpatient psychotherapy, utilizing empirically driven methods that align with the best practices in clinical psychology. Recommendations and conclusions are delivered in a supportive atmosphere, focusing on the needs of the listener. Most evaluations typically occur over one or two sessions, each lasting 3-4 hours, excluding the initial diagnostic interview.
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Specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Bipolar
Borderline (BPD)
Depression
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
Men's & Women's Issues
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Relationship Stress
Student Life
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Haben Abraham Vision Coaching LLC
Hartford
, CT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Haben Abraham, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Vision Coaching LLC, is dedicated to supporting individuals and couples who feel stuck, misguided, and confused about their next steps. With expertise in life coaching, anxiety management, and addressing relationship issues, Haben's practice focuses on helping clients break free from limiting beliefs and cultivate a healthier mindset. Their joint private practice combines therapeutic modalities with a coaching approach to provide comprehensive support for individuals grappling with mental health, trauma, and wellness. With extensive training in trauma-centered approaches, family/group therapy, and EMDR, Haben is well-equipped to guide clients through their challenges. For those seeking a compassionate and culturally sensitive therapist, Haben Abraham Vision Coaching LLC offers a pathway toward healing and empowerment.
Specialties
Anxiety
General Mental Health
Getting Unstuck
PTSD/Trauma
D Alers Counseling & Consulting
Hartford
, CT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Dr. D. Alers is a seasoned Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker who holds a Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Alers is dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, families, and groups as they navigate through trauma, depression, anxiety, loss, and various life transitions. Her diverse practice addresses challenges such as substance use/addiction, self-esteem, relationships, and employment issues. Dr. Alers understands that individuals and families often require additional support to effectively cope with difficult situations, and she is committed to guiding them toward healthier, happier lives. For those ready to break free from past patterns and embrace change, Dr. Alers looks forward to fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship to facilitate personal growth and healing.
Specialties
50+
ADHD
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Domestic Violence
Eating Disorders
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
PTSD/Trauma
Parenting
Relationship Stress
Spirituality
Student Life
Weight Management
Josiah Believes Unlimited
Hartford
, CT
Clinical Social Work/therapist, HUSKY
Josiah Believes Unlimited is an accomplished licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist, bringing over 21 years of experience to the field. His dedication to mental health services extends to children, families, and adults of all ages. Through exceptional listening skills, Josiah adeptly understands individuals within their environments. As a strong advocate for his clients, he is committed to helping them meet their needs, empowering them by recognizing their innate strengths, and instilling a sense of hope and mental clarity.
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