Southington, CT Local Support & Community Resources

Margit, a Licensed Professional Counselor with an MA and LPC, dedicates her practice to guiding adults and elders through life's challenges. She specializes in addressing grief and relationship issues, working compassionately with clients facing trauma, PTSD, and the complexities of addiction, among other concerns. Margit employs a diverse array of therapeutic approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Narrative therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Her warm and humanistic demeanor fosters a safe environment for clients to explore their emotions and navigate life transitions. With a commitment to helping clients achieve personal growth, Margit is equipped to handle family conflict, mood disorders, and stress-related issues, creating a space for healing and discovery.

Jennifer Barrett is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist with over ten years of specialized experience in the mental health field. She understands that parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, especially when facing critical moments that require immediate attention. Jennifer specializes in various areas including parenting, trauma, adoption, foster care, grief/loss, ADHD, behavioral issues, intergenerational trauma, and life transitions. She is rostered in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Theraplay, play-based techniques, and Solution Focused work. Her extensive experience spans working with infants, children, adolescents, and adults, showcasing her strong passion for infant and perinatal mental health. Jennifer is committed to fostering loving connections and open communication between parents and children, striving to help families feel balanced and whole. Her approach emphasizes warmth and understanding, making her highly regarded in her field.

Tavia Bascuine is a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker who understands the challenges faced by today’s youth and adults. She knows that feeling defeated can be overwhelming, especially when the pressures of school, friendships, and family issues mount. Tavia empathizes with those who feel misunderstood in their quest for identity and self-acceptance, offering a safe space for them to explore their feelings. With her expertise in addressing stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions, she collaborates with clients to set realistic goals and improve self-esteem. Her approach integrates various modalities, including compassion-focused and culturally sensitive therapies, ensuring that each individual feels heard and valued. For those hesitant about opening up to a therapist, Tavia is committed to walking alongside them in their healing journey, offering guidance and support every step of the way.