New Canaan, CT Local Support & Community Resources

Gisselle Acevedo creates a warm and welcoming environment, providing a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore the potential of living a life filled with self-compassion and personal accountability. She firmly believes that therapy can guide clients towards achieving peace by recognizing their own inherent power and wisdom, allowing them to focus on what brings joy to their lives. For families facing challenges, Gisselle emphasizes the importance of family therapy as a critical step towards cultivating a harmonious home life. With extensive experience working with preteens, children, adolescents, and adults, she addresses a wide range of issues including trauma, sexual abuse, and life transitions. Her therapeutic techniques incorporate elements from coaching, positive psychology, and culturally sensitive approaches, ensuring that each client receives personalized support tailored to their unique journey.

Lauren Alcan is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist skilled in addressing challenges such as anxiety, depression, poor body image, and disordered eating. She tailors her therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each individual, incorporating evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. Known for her warm and comedic style, Lauren fosters a safe and trusting therapeutic environment, allowing her clients to feel comfortable in expressing their vulnerabilities without fear of judgment. With experience in an intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization program for eating disorders, as well as an adolescent residential DBT program, Lauren is well-versed in supporting those grappling with behavioral and emotional issues. She has also trained in functional family therapy, which offers support to adolescents and their families. With an understanding that finding the right therapist can be a challenge, Lauren is dedicated to connecting with individuals during a free phone consultation to explore their needs and assess if she is the right fit.

Emily Farnum is a dedicated psychotherapist who feels privileged to support individuals as they navigate the various challenges that lead them to therapy. With a strong understanding of the courage and vulnerability it takes to seek help, she creates a safe and nurturing environment where her clients can find a good therapeutic match. Emily believes that a positive therapeutic relationship fosters insight, growth, and fulfillment. As an interactive therapist, she provides a warm, empathic, and supportive treatment atmosphere. Working with adolescents, adults, and couples, Emily offers both short and long-term therapeutic options. She understands that clients may enter therapy for different reasons, whether to explore relationship issues, resolve conflicts, or seek greater authenticity. Some may be in crisis, while others look for enhanced life or career satisfaction. Her approach is adaptable, pulling from a range of modalities such as Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, tailored to the unique circumstances of each client. Emily earned her master's degree from Columbia University and has clinical experience at prestigious institutions such as Bellevue and New York Presbyterian Hospitals. She also holds a certificate from The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy after completing a two-year program in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and has completed an externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy through the Ackerman Institute for the Family. Emily Farnum’s diverse expertise makes her a valuable partner for individuals seeking healing and growth in their personal and relational lives.