Erika Viara, a licensed professional counselor with a Master's degree, brings over 16 years of experience in the mental health field. Her clinical journey began in Massachusetts and continued at Yale Medical School before she made her home in Central Connecticut. Life can often feel overwhelming, with relationships, work, and everyday challenges weighing heavily on individuals. Erika offers a warm and nurturing environment for clients to explore what may not be working in their lives. She is dedicated to enhancing her clients' quality of life through solution-focused psychotherapy, which emphasizes the mind-body connection and the importance of healthy coping skills. Erika provides individual counseling for adults facing emotional issues, mood disorders, and significant life transitions such as divorce, welcoming a new child, career changes, and evolving family dynamics. Clients can expect an open, judgment-free space to be heard, learn new coping strategies, and rediscover joy in their lives as they work collaboratively with Erika towards building the life they desire. Her passion for helping others is evident in the genuine care she provides throughout the therapeutic journey.