Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
Life is difficult right now. I would be honored in being able to support you in promoting psychological wellness, including experiencing more joy, gratitude, fulfillment, and authenticity. I have substantial experience and expertise in working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and their families. I work well with those experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression, mood,...
Don't suffer in silence and alone? Let's work together to get you on a path toward healing so you can stop existing and start living again. Working with an experienced clinician who is empathetic and solution focused can make all the difference. We have a new clinician to our practice, Amanda Nalewalski LMHC, who enjoys working with young adults and college age students. Emails are responded to...
Trauma and stress are not distributed fairly among us, but they are a part of life we all have to learn to navigate. While I can't say treatment of trauma - or any successful therapy - is fun, easy, or quick, if you are looking at Psychology Today profiles you are likely considering getting support and making some changes. That is an excellent first step! If you are experiencing difficulties in...
Great artist say after a period of sadness comes, they create the most significant works of art. Life challenges such as change of job/ career transition, divorce can lead to a richer life with unforeseen opportunities for fulfillment. Loss is universal and can take many forms including the loss of a loved one. Loss is a difficult journey and often diminished by society. The time it takes to wo...
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience working with youth and families. I specialize in recovery work, pre and post adoption issues, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and loss, and work with LGBTQ individuals. My Practice is conveniently located in North Haven, close to major highways and public transportation. I accept Medicaid and Anthem insurances. I offer a safe and...
Is life becoming stressful, overwhelming, or do you feel like you are drowning? Are you struggling to adapt during this difficult time of uncertainty not knowing what is next? Have you been recently laid off and unsure of what the future holds? I specialize in working with women that are struggling with adjustments and changes in their life. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety and/or sadnes...
Living Waters Peace Center provides a place for healing and restoration through an integrated model of care to treat co-occurring disorders. We provide compassionate and customized treatment for those who are experiencing mental illness with co-occurring substance use. Living Waters Peace Center provides a place for healing and restoration through an integrated model of care to treat co-occurri...
Are you conflicted about what you want? Do you feel unsettled, but you are not sure why or how to fix it? Are you caught between shifting moods- happy/depressed; optimistic/ pessimistic; calm/anxious; energetic/listless; positive/negative; or loving supportive relationships vs distant unfulfilled relationships? Do you feel like you have unfinished business from the past that hinders your...
Are you a woman (Cisgender or Transgender+)/Do you identify as a woman? Are you a veteran struggling with issues in civilian life? Are you experiencing challenges as you come-out and attempt to live authentically as LGBTQI+? Are you dealing with acculturation or inclusiveness issues as a member of the Hispanic/Latino (Latinx) community? Are you a caregiver who provides care for a loved one with...
Hi, my name is Tammy Vaughn. My clients, whether children or adults, tell me they feel comfortable with me because I'm friendly and relatable. My client centered approach is important to me because I believe that clients must feel heard, understood and helped. After a crisis, my clients often reach out to me again because they need support and to be heard or to create a plan. Some clients have...
My focus is directed towards a client’s strengths. In today’s society it becomes Increasingly difficult to just “keep up”. I focus on the positive aspects to include client’s abilities, talents and resources that helped them achieve satisfaction. When feeling imbalanced or down on oneself it sometimes is difficult to recall or even identify the strengths that got you to a good place, that’s whe...
Ever found yourself thinking, “I’m overwhelmed.” Sometimes it can feel like Life throws rocks at us that we can’t avoid. I would like to help you face these challenges head on and assist you with strategies to help deal with these issues. I specialize in helping children, teens & adults, including those individuals with a neurodevelopmental disorder, deal with feelings of depression, anxiety,...
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts, in search of change, or trying to cope with unresolved trauma? It is difficult to ask for help but you don’t have to struggle with these issues alone. Therapy can help you work through your feelings and pain and help you heal. It takes courage to reach out for help but you can find happiness again. My approach is to create a...
Do you have questions about your spiritual life or journey of faith? Have you experienced religious abuse and need to work with someone who "gets it?" Maybe you want to talk to someone who is also on a spiritual path and has special training in ways to help you develop greater awareness and deeper connection with the reality we call God, Higher Power or True Self. Most importantly, you need...
Life got you down? Are you feeling stuck, frustrated, or upset with your current experiences? Many of us are but it's often difficult for us to see it and, for some, even harder to admit it. When people experience any form of trauma, it is not uncommon for them to need help and I would love to be the person to help you get through your life challenges. My clients say my down-to-Earth, friendly,...
