Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Jena Varley LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Connecticut with experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings. She attended Southern Connecticut State University for her bachelor’s and Capella University for her master’s degree in Social Work.
Jena specializes in group and individual therapy, crisis response and behavioral health assessments. Jena has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who are dealing with mental health challenges, behavioral issues, and substance abuse. Jena has experience working with all age groups and has helped individuals and families tackle issues including: depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, substance abuse, and disruptive behaviors. She developed her skills working in residential, outpatient and, in-home settings with individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Jena is adept at identifying core issues and collaboratively developing attainable goals with her clients.
Her therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Psycho education, Talk Therapy, Trauma Focused and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Jena is passionate about mindfulness and grounding techniques, believing in the power of quieting the mind to connect with one’s inner self. Jena develops tailored, innovative treatment approaches for her clients and guides them to success with accountability measures and real world application of the therapeutic tools.
Jena’s professional philosophy centers around meeting clients where they are, empowering them through education about their diagnoses, and fostering self-empowerment/improved self- esteem. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental environment to support clients in developing healthier thought patterns and behaviors.
Outside of work, Jena enjoys fishing, kayaking, spending quality time with family, friends, and her two dogs. As a former Habitat for Humanity Elected Board Member, she brings dedication/positivity to her work within the community, advocating for and supporting individuals in need.
Jena Offers:
Counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families
Specializes in:
Anxiety disorders (generalized, social, and phobias)
Karla is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in the state of Connecticut, holding a master’s degree in Counselor Education with a specialization in Clinical Professional Counseling from Central Connecticut State University. Karla provides support to her clients in exploring and determining pathways towards a purposeful and well-balanced life, while acknowledging and addressing any past issues without allowing them to dominate the present. Karla’s diverse experiences have equipped her with the tools to support others effectively. Karla has a background in counseling in multiple settings working with children, teens, and adults. She enjoys doing both process groups and individual counseling. Karla enjoys working with clients that have complex situations and brings empathy, non-judgment, and understanding into all of her sessions. She creates tailored, specialized treatment plans with specific goals and objectives for guiding her patients into self- sustaining healthy behavior patterns for life.
Karla employs Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Therapy to help clients identify and address their presenting issues. By focusing on “the how” and connecting behaviors to their negative impacts, Karla assists clients in understanding and overcoming obstacles. Karla’s approach is characterized by compassion, transparency, respect, and honesty, fostering meaningful connections with clients.
In her free time, Karla enjoys being physically active to promote a healthy life balance, traveling, connecting with family and friends, and practicing mindfulness activities.
Karla offers:
Individual and family counseling for children, adolescents, adults
Therapy for ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, substance use/ addiction, trauma, mood disorders, OCD, communication difficulties, panic attacks, substance abuse, anger management, crisis intervention, and life transitions or changes.
Group counseling on trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, adverse childhood experiences, divorce, parenting issues, and women’s issues
Nicole Scoffone LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Connecticut. She received her masters’ in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Saint Joseph. Over the last five years, Nicole has been passionate about working with a diversity of clients ranging from young children to adults in mental health agencies. Nicole focuses on building a positive rapport with every client, maintaining a great relationship from the first session and on. Throughout her work, she prides herself on being deeply compassionate, caring, warm, culturally aware, and positive. Her primary therapeutic methods areDBT (Dialetical Behavioral Therapy) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), with some additional use of Mindfulness and Solution Focused Therapy. Nicole believes in adding a healthy dose of skills building within therapy, such as, healthy relationships, coping skills, relaxation techniques, and mindfulness. Nicole is highly skilled in forming trusting alliances with her clients using a non-judgmental and calm approach. She helps clients find meaning in experiences, process the past, and, most importantly, strive for and achieve the life and future that they envision for themselves.
Nicole offers:
Individual counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Communication, relationship, and family problems.
Anxiety, Depression,Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Family Issues, Behavioral Disorders, ADHD, Stress, Trauma, OCD, Divorce/Blended Families, and LGBTQ+ issues.
CBT, Behavioral, Solution- Focused, Mindfulness, and DBT Therapeutic approaches
Dr. Bido Aguessy, Psy. D. is a clinical psychologist, a licensed professional counselor associate, and a spiritual care specialist. With a lifelong love of learning, he has many degrees and accomplishments. He graduated with a doctorate in psychology from the Graduate Theological Foundation in Mishawka, IN. Dr. Aguessy was passionate about learning about the intersection of spirituality with psychology and continued his theological training at New Brunswick Theological Seminary and JFK Medical center in NJ.
His early clinical work included supporting patients in their early stage of disability at the Kessler Institute of Rehabilitation in NJ. In addition, most of his research and clinical work is concentrated on End of Life, palliative care, grief and loss. Dr. Aguessy has worked as a grief counselor for the Connecticut Hospice. Dr. Aguessy has also worked as a counselor at Hartford Hospital, University of Connecticut Health, Trinity Health of New England, and Athena Health.
Dr. Bido Aguessy works with adolescents and adults that are experiencing trauma, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), depression, anxiety, grief, mood disorders, and anger. He also works with the adults in the areas of geriatric depression and end of life. Dr. Aguessy’s holistic philosophy includes working with the whole family and the individual to necessitate change and growth.
As theologian, he integrates spirituality in his clinical approach. Dr. Aguessy is well-versed in psychological methods of Depth Psychology, Jungian psychology, and logo therapy. He also works within a family systems perspective and is culturally sensitive. He is the author of a few therapeutic methods, like the Seven-week grief group therapy. Dr. Aguessy is also a published author of the book “Let’s Talk about the End of Life Psychotherapy. “
Dr. Aguessy is a fluent speaker of English, French, Ewe, Mina, and Fon languages.
Dr. Aguessy provides:
Individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults
Chelsey Micciche, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor experienced in working with adolescents, families and adults in addressing a variety of mental health needs. She has provided intensive in-home services to high-risk children and their families with delivering crisis management, parent guidance and school-based support. She has experience working with individuals in an outpatient setting, providing therapeutic support and treatment to address a variety of mental health needs such as depression and other mood-related disorders, anxiety, ADHD, attachment and/or behavioral issues and trauma-related disorders.
Chelsey uses an eclectic approach as she incorporates evidence-based framework from trauma-informed, strength-based and cognitive practices. She embraces the fundamental teachings of humanistic psychology and Rogerian therapy, emphasizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship and encouraging personal growth, self-awareness and healing throughout the therapeutic process. By using a person-centered approach, Chelsey brings compassion, warmth and understanding into her client’s unique journey in overcoming challenges and achieving their goals. She is certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy and has training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Chelsey enjoys spending quality time with her family, visiting new places and going on scenic nature walks. She likes to participate in seasonal activities such as kayaking and snowboarding. Many people describe Chelsey as being easy-going, kind-hearted and spontaneous, always ready to experience new things and create memorable moments with the people she loves.
Chelsey provides:
Individual counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Parenting, relationship and family problems, divorce, or blended families.
Dajha Scott, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Connecticut. She received her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Saint Joseph. Dajha is dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting children, adolescents, and adults at all different stages of life. One of Dajha’s primary goals is to foster real, sustainable change that will produce a lasting and positive impact in the lives of her clients.
My therapeutic approach is one of collaboration, connection, trust, & respect. As a team, we’ll address and overcome the barriers blocking you from living the life you deserve. The goal is not just to survive, but to thrive within your narrative! I believe in incorporating mindfulness practice into our therapeutic work to strengthen your ability to remain present and mindful throughout your journey, both in therapy and beyond. Therapy really happens outside of the therapy room- it is an everyday, every hour practice and I can help you get there. In addition, I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
In our work together, I will never insist I know the best way, but rather walk beside you, providing support & care while you discover your own true path to fulfillment.
Dajha provides:
Individual counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families
Parenting, relationship and family problems, divorce, or blended families.
Kayla is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings over the past 7 years. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts with minors in Psychology and Public Health Wellness from Southern Connecticut State University, and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University.
Kayla specializes in group and individual therapy, focusing on children, adolescents, and adults dealing with mental health challenges, behavioral issues, and substance abuse. Kayla has experience working with all age groups and has helped individuals and families tackle issues including: depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, substance abuse, and disruptive behaviors. She developed her skills working in residential, outpatient and, in-home settings with individuals from a variety of backgrounds. Kayla is adept at identifying core issues and collaboratively developing attainable goals with her clients.
Her therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Play Therapy, Psychoeducation, Talk Therapy, Eco-therapy, and Role-Playing. Kayla is passionate about mindfulness and grounding techniques, believing in the power of quieting the mind to connect with one’s inner self. Kayla develops tailored, innovative treatment approaches for her clients and guides them to success with accountability measures and real world application of the therapeutic tools.
Kayla’s professional philosophy centers around meeting clients where they are, empowering them through education about their diagnoses, and fostering self-empowerment/improved self-esteem. She creates a safe, nonjudgmental environment to support clients in developing healthier thought patterns and behaviors.
Outside of work, Kayla enjoys hiking, playing soccer, spending quality time with family, friends, and her dog Levi. As a former college athlete with 20 years of soccer experience, she brings dedication/positivity to her work within the community, advocating for and supporting individuals in need.
Kayla Specializes in individual counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families including :
Anxiety disorders (generalized, social, and phobias)
Julia Bombassei, LPC-A, earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Gordon College. Subsequently, she pursued a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University. Julia has experience working with children, teens, and adults in multiple mental health settings such as private practice and IOP/PHP programs. She has also led multiple groups including, anxiety skills groups, young adult groups, and dual diagnosis groups. She enjoys working with all ages, but has a special affinity working with children and teens throughout their developmental phases.
Her therapeutic approach is one of collaboration, connection, trust and respect. She believes in an approach that is personalized to her clients specific needs. Julia quickly establishes rapport with her client and as a team, she creates an individualized treatment plan to address all behaviors and issues to be tackled in therapy with very specific methods and treatment gleaned from DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) , CBT ( Cognitive Behavior Therapy), Solutions Focused therapy, and Person Centered Therapy. Her goal for each client is to develop deep self awareness and create a metaphorical toolbelt of skills. Julia believes in goal directed treatment with accountability measures so that clients know they can measure their success and she understands that most therapy takes place in the real world which is why she creates specific plans for the implementation of skills.
Julia treats the whole client and with kids and teens, she understands how important the family and school can be to the whole growth of the child. She coordinates care with outside providers, school, and of course, parents. She involves parents in the therapeutic process as much as possible knowing sometimes, the family dynamic can require some treatment as well. In her free time, Julia enjoys spending time in nature, playing with her dog, and competing in powerlifting.
Julia Offers:
Individual counseling for children, adolescents and adults
Asia is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Connecticut. She is a graduate of the University of New Haven, with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology from University of New Haven. She has clinical experience in counseling, crisis management and stabilization, psychiatric residential treatment, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization settings. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Asia is certified in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Crisis, and Family Trauma.
Asia is a dynamic and engaging therapist who quickly joins with her clients in order to guide them to success in health, happiness, and healing. She is non-judgmental and caring to her clients as she identifies this as the key to healing and transformation. Her approach is holistic, custom tailored, and strength-based understanding that each client has both strengths and weaknesses and each client requires a customized personalized plan. Asia is passionate about helping clients identify their core values and motivation for change so they live a life in line with their authentic integrity. She offers her clients hope, support, and evidence-based strategies to help them achieve the goals they desire.
In her free time Asia enjoys reading, painting, and spending time with family/friends.
Asia provides the following services:
Individual counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and families
Hi, thank you for vising my page, I am a licensed clinical psychologist and Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse. I have over fifteen years of experience working in the mental health field.
Hi, thank you for vising my page, I am a licensed clinical psychologist and Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse. I have over fifteen years of experience working in the mental health field.
Hi, thank you for vising my page, I am a licensed clinical psychologist and Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurse. I have over fifteen years of experience working in the mental health field.
