{"id":1887,"date":"2014-08-05T09:07:52","date_gmt":"2014-08-05T13:07:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wp.ctadoption.uh.uconn.edu\/?page_id=75"},"modified":"2026-02-17T12:50:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T17:50:09","slug":"therapist-directory","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/therapist-directory\/","title":{"rendered":"Therapist Directory"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>A note to parents<\/h3>\n<p>The purpose of the Adoption Community Network (ACN) Therapist Directory is to identify local clinicians who indicate special training to work with adoptive families. Providers in this directory have completed the \u201cProvider Application for Inclusion in the Adoption Community Network\u2019s Directory of Therapy Providers.\u201d The ACN does not endorse the resources listed nor any of the external links provided on this site. It is not responsible for accuracy or completeness of information. Parents should carefully choose a therapist based on the individual needs of their family. For additional information, please refer to the following article provided by the National Council For Adoption (NCFA): <a href=\"https:\/\/adoptioncouncil.org\/publications\/i-spy-helpful-help-adoption-competent-therapist\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">I Spy Helpful Help: How To Find An Adoption-Competent Therapist<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>A note to therapists<\/h3>\n<p>If you would like to be considered for inclusion in this directory, please download the <a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2025\/10\/Application-for-Therapist-Directory-web.docx\">Application for Therapist Directory<\/a>. If you are currently listed and your description needs to be updated, please email us at <a href=\"mailto:adoption@uchc.edu\">adoption@uchc.edu<\/a>. If you are interested in learning more about adoption competency training offered through the UConn Health Adoption Assistance Program, in partnership with the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.), visit the <a title=\"Training for Adoption Competency (TAC)\" href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/training-for-adoption-competency-tac\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Training for Adoption Competency (TAC)<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2014\/08\/map_ct_counties.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2014\/08\/map_ct_counties-300x200.png\" alt=\"Map of CT Counties\" width=\"432\" height=\"288\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2014\/08\/map_ct_counties-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2014\/08\/map_ct_counties-272x182.png 272w, https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/68\/2014\/08\/map_ct_counties.png 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 432px) 100vw, 432px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Search by County:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/therapist-directory\/#hartford\">Hartford<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/therapist-directory\/#fairfield\">Fairfield<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/therapist-directory\/#middlesex\">Middlesex<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/therapist-directory\/#new_haven\">New Haven<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/therapist-directory\/#new_london\">New London<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/therapist-directory\/#virtual_only\">Virtual Only<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/adoption-assistance\/therapist-directory\/#out_of_state\">Out of State<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"hartford\"><\/a>Hartford County<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Luciano Abbatemarco, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-716-0792<br \/>\nClinical Associates of Greater Hartford, LLC<br \/>\n68 South Main Street, Suite 200<br \/>\nWest Hartford, CT 06107<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:abbatemarcol@yahoo.com\">abbatemarcol@yahoo.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: None<br \/>\nLanguages: English, Spanish, Italian<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Children, adolescents, and adults<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 20+ years<\/p>\n<p>Clinically trained at Yale Child Study, specializing in early childhood development; works closely with local child psychiatrist and APRN.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Richard Agostinho, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-249-1377<br \/>\nTrust Your Process, LLC<br \/>\n664 Prospect Avenue<br \/>\nHartford, CT 06105<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rich@trustyourprocessllc.org\">rich@trustyourprocessllc.org<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.trustyourprocessllc.org\">www.trustyourprocessllc.org<\/a><br \/>\nInsurances: Husky, Anthem, Cigna, United Health<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Ages 10+<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Rich began working in the social work field nearly 25 years ago. He was a former board member of True Colors and a current volunteer for the SOGIEcon Youth Conference. Rich is a past graduate and current trainer for the Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) course offered by AAP.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Jocelyn Bush, LMFT<\/strong><br \/>\n860-673-0369<br \/>\n16 Vincent Road<br \/>\nBristol, CT 06010<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:jbushlmft@gmail.com\">jbushlmft@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem, Cigna, Select Aetna Plans, self pay<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: No<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 10+ years<\/p>\n<p>Jocelyn has worked with biological, foster and adoptive children, and their families in different settings and capacities over the last 10 years. She received hands on training from working directly with children\/families and from clinical supervision, as well as attending various trainings. Private practice with experience in attachment, birth family\/open adoption issues, early childhood development, impact of trauma, grief and loss, foster care, and multi-racial families. Offers collaboration with schools, families who are involved with DCF, Intensive In Home Child and Adolescents Psychiatric Services (IICAPS) and the Juvenile Court system.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kelsie Canessa-Bisignano, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-288-4705<br \/>\nSirona Counseling<br \/>\n270 Farmington Avenue, Suite 301<br \/>\nFarmington, CT 06032<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:kelsie.lcsw@c-btherapy.com\">kelsie.lcsw@c-btherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/c-btherapy.com\/home\">https:\/\/c-btherapy.com\/home<\/a><br \/>\nInsurances: Husky, Aetna, Anthem, ConnectiCare, Optum, Oxford, United Health<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes, if appropriate.<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Ages 14+<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 3+ years<\/p>\n<p>Kelsie works with supporting teens with a foster care history, their families and members of the adoption triad. She possesses expertise on adoption competency and options counseling. Early experiences shape us, and it\u2019s important we focus on supporting the family dynamic to heal trauma. Completed the Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) course.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Jama R. Colegrove, LMFT<\/strong><br \/>\n860-881-5333<br \/>\nHigh Ground Counseling<br \/>\n1155 Silas Deane Highway<br \/>\nWethersfield, CT 06109<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rowenasgirl@gmail.com\">rowenasgirl@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, UBH, ConnectiCare, and\u00a0Medicare<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person Only<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 25+ years<\/p>\n<p>Jama has extensive work experience with traumatized and attachment disordered children for 25 years, 7 of these in a sub-acute residential setting. Relies heavily on the theoretical framework and clinical interventions of Daniel Hughes\u2019s dyadic developmental psychotherapy (DDP). She has trained extensively with Daniel Hughes, and in the Emotionally Focused Therapy model. She has attended numerous trainings on child trauma, attachment, play therapy, therapeutic art, improvisational games, sand tray work, and other expressive modalities. Available to advocate within the school system and attend treatment provider meetings on behalf of client families. Available to adoptive parents for phone support between sessions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Susan Engel, LCSW\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n860-269-3104<br \/>\n701 Cottage Grove Road, Suite D-250<br \/>\nBloomfield, CT 06002<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:sengellcsw@comcast.net\">sengellcsw@comcast.net<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.susanengel-lcsw.com\/\">www.susanengel-lcsw.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky,\u00a0Anthem,\u00a0Aetna<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nCertified EMDR Clinician, Facilitator, and Consultant<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 12+ years<\/p>\n<p>Completed UConn\u2019s Clinical Issues in Adoption Post Master\u2019s Certificate Program; available to advocate within the school system on behalf of client families and attend treatment provider meetings; collaborates with psychiatrists and other professionals in the field to make appropriate referrals; extensive training in complex trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, attachment, and other clinical adoption issues; member of CT Adoption Community Network. Susan is a certified EMDR therapist, facilitator, and consultant.\u00a0 She is also a trainer in the Heather Forbes&#8217; &#8220;Beyond Consequences&#8221; model as well as Circle of Security.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Susan Frantz, LPC<\/strong><br \/>\n860-933-5338<br \/>\n46 West Avon Road, Suite 202<br \/>\nAvon, CT 06001<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:susan@sfrantztherapy.com\">susan@sfrantztherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sfrantztherapy.com\">www.sfrantztherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: HUSKY\/Medicaid (CT only), Aetna, Cigna, OPTUM and Tri-Care. Out of network for all other insurances.<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: In Avon Only<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nSpecializes in sexual trauma.<br \/>\nPreferred Population: LGBTQ+<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 20+ years<\/p>\n<p>I have over 20 years of experience and training in all phases of adoption, reunification, and permanency for children and their families. I find that I work best with adolescent to adult adoptees, especially those with history of \u00a0trauma, gender, identity or sexuality issues.\u00a0 I am happy to work with individuals or teams and am dedicated to supporting children from pre- to post-adoption in either individual, family or group formats.\u00a0 I use a strength based, culturally sensitive, family system approach to establish and maintain healthy relationships while recognizing the profound impact that trauma, loss, and grief can have on an adoptee and their family.\u00a0 I completed post-grad advanced Training for Adoption Competency (TAC), basic Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART, for trauma), and doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology and Clinical Supervision (2019).\u00a0 I am a member of Connecticut Counseling Association, Adoption Community Network, Adoptive Families, and the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Damion Grasso, Ph.D. <\/strong><br \/>\n860-523-6439<br \/>\nUConn Health Child &amp; Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic<br \/>\n65 Kane Street,<br \/>\nWest Hartford, CT 06119<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:dgrasso@uchc.edu\">dgrasso@uchc.edu<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/health.uconn.edu\/psychiatry\/areas-of-care\/child-and-adolescent\/uconn-health-psychological-trauma-clinic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">health.uconn.edu\/psychiatry\/areas-of-care\/child-and-adolescent\/uconn-health-psychological-trauma-clinic\/<\/a><br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttend PPTs\/School Meetings: Upon request<br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, most private insurances<br \/>\nLanguage: English<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Adolescents<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>The UConn Health Psychological Trauma Clinic offers evidence-based trauma-specific psychotherapeutic services to children, youth, and their families. The clinic is operated by the UConn Department of Psychiatry faculty who are licensed clinical psychologists with expertise in trauma-specific assessments and behavioral treatments. The clinic also hosts several clinical psychology and psychiatry trainees who conduct assessments and psychotherapy under the direct supervision of faculty. In addition, we enjoy a close working relationship with the child psychiatrists at the UConn Child and Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic. Because this is a small, faculty-run clinic, openings can vary. We do maintain a waitlist.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Asmahan Liebowitz, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-392-9167<br \/>\n152 Simsbury Road, Building #9<br \/>\nAvon, CT 06001<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:asmahanliebowitz40@gmail.com\">asmahanliebowitz40@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, ConnectiCare, Harvard Pilgrim, and United Healthcare<br \/>\nLanguages: English, some Spanish<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nOffers Individual and Family Therapy and Parenting Support<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Children, Families and Some Adults Depending on Needs<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 20+ years<\/p>\n<p>Over the last 20 years, I have worked with biological, foster, and adoptive children and their families in different settings and capacities. I have received hands on training from working directly with children\/families and from clinical supervision as well as attending various trainings. I have experience in attachment, birth family\/open adoption issues, early childhood development, impact of trauma, grief and loss, foster care, multi-racial families, sensory integration and trauma. I am an adoption competent therapist and trained in trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT). Flexible appointment times and availability to attend school and other clinical meetings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Esther Mwangi, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-205-2157<br \/>\nBehavioral Healthcare Pathways<br \/>\n34 Jerome Avenue, Suite 218<br \/>\nBloomfield, CT 06002<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:emwangibhp@gmail.com\">emwangibhp@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bhpservice.com\" class=\"broken_link\">www.bhpservice.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, ConnectiCare, Medicare, Optum, Prime, and Tricare<br \/>\nLanguages: English and Kiswahili<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes (virtually)<br \/>\nOffers various groups &#8211; call for more information<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 25+ years<\/p>\n<p>Esther Mwangi, LCSW is a professionally trained therapist, she has completed UConn\u2019s Clinical Issues in Adoption Post Master\u2019s Certificate Program. She provides a Christian based therapy space for foster and adoptive families. She has been involved with adoption work for over twenty years both in the faith community and working with DCF. She enjoys working with young children through adulthood; helps parents and adoptees understand the difference between typical development and adoption related issues. Christian faith principles are implemented, if desired<\/p>\n<p><strong>Renesha Nichols, DSW, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-864-4704<br \/>\nReset &amp; Restart, LLC<br \/>\nBloomfield, CT 06002<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rnicols@resetrestartrr.com\">rnichols@resetrestartrr.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.resetrestartrr.com\">www.resetrestartrr.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nOffers Parenting and Reunification Support<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Adults Only<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Available to advocate within the school system on behalf of clients and families. Familiar with the DCF system. She provides support around placement, reunification, adoption and disruption. Trained in trauma focused therapy, sensory processing, and play therapy methods. Member of the CT Adoption Community Network.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Laura Renfro, LMFT, LLC<\/strong><br \/>\n860-493-1467<br \/>\n10 North Main Street<br \/>\nWest Hartford, CT 06117<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/laurarenfro.com\">www.laurarenfro.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: None<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability &#8211; Family Based Attachment Therapy In-Person Only<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 25+ years<\/p>\n<p>Working in the field of attachment and attachment disorders for over 20 years. Passionate about helping those who have experienced loss, trauma, and disrupted attachments. Recipient of DCF&#8217;s Outstanding Work with Children in Care Award in 2010. Strong advocate for her clients and families. Worked extensively with DCF and with children and families during and after foster care, adoption and reunification. Able to assist families working together within the framework of open adoption agreements. Member of the CT Adoption Community Network along with many other professional associations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Megan Rock, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-831-4305<br \/>\nRoom To Grow Counseling, LLP<br \/>\n915 Sullivan Avenue, Suite 4A<br \/>\nSouth Windsor, CT 06074<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:megan.rock@roomtogrowcounseling.com\">megan.rock@roomtogrowcounseling.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.roomtogrowcounseling.com\">www.roomtogrowncounseling.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Optum<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nSliding Scale: Yes<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nOffers family therapy for existing clients.<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Foster, adoptive parents, older teens and young adults.<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive\/Foster Families: 10 years<\/p>\n<p>After working in the field of adoption and foster care for many years, I am thrilled to be offering individual therapy to individuals and families impacted by adoption. Adoption is my passion and I have pursued numerous trainings and experiences to broaden my understanding and expertise in this field. I have many years of experience with foster care, and foster care adoption and reunification and enjoy working both with foster and adoptive children and their family members.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Maria Enid Roman, DCC, LPC\/LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-698-0782<br \/>\nHolistic TeleMental Health, LLC<br \/>\n174 South Road, Suite 112<br \/>\nEnfield, CT 06082<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:holistictmh@yahoo.com\">holistictmh@yahoo.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tricare, and United Healthcare<br \/>\nLanguages: English, Spanish<br \/>\nSliding Scale: Call for details<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nOffers Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive\/Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Licensed Professional Counselor with expertise in trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety and behavioral problems. Distance credential counselor &#8211; provide services through telehealth. Fully bilingual (English and Spanish). TF-CBT certification, Post Masters degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis, Substance abuse training , Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) graduate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Alison Cleary Urban, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-578-4212<br \/>\nSunflower Counseling, LLC<br \/>\n638 Prospect Avenue, 3rd Floor<br \/>\nHartford, CT 06105<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:Sunflowercounselingforchildren@gmail.com\">Sunflowercounselingforchildren@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sunflowercounselingforchildren.com\">www.sunflowercounselingforchildren.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: In Network with Optum Insurances (ConnectiCare, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources). Super Bill provided for Out of Network Visits<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nPrimarily In Person<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Case by case.<br \/>\nPreferred Population: 0-10 years old<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive\/Foster Families: 16+ years<\/p>\n<p>Alison is a child therapist specializing in ages 0-12, dedicated to making therapy both healing and fun! After 14 years of serving young children and families in Baltimore and New Britain, in clinic, community and school settings, she founded Sunflower Counseling: a warm and supportive therapy space away from stressors. Just as children cope both verbally and nonverbally, we will use a combination of verbal and nonverbal approaches (including therapeutic play, art and music) to meet your child&#8217;s individual needs. Our time will be spent playing, exhaling, releasing emotions, learning simple skills, being silly, and healing from hard things &#8211; in partnership and without pressure.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Melanie Winkler, LPC<\/strong><br \/>\n860-878-5991<br \/>\n85 Felt Road, Suite 605<br \/>\nSouth Windsor, CT<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:melanie@melaniewinklerllc.com\">melanie@melaniewinklerllc.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.melaniewinklerllc.com\">www.melaniewinklerllc.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Anthem, Cigna<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nSliding Scale: Call for details<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Families, Teens and Adults<\/p>\n<p>In private practice since 2008. Extensive experience working with local foster and adoptive families. Earned an MS in Art Therapy from Springfield College, and completed a Clinical Issues in Adoption Post-Master\u2019s Certificate program from the UConn. Available to coordinate with school systems and with other family-selected providers. Member of the CT Counseling Association and the CT Council on Adoption.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"new_haven\"><\/a>New Haven County<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Scott Abbott, Psy.D.\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n203-507-4117<br \/>\nArete Psychological Services<br \/>\n16 Broadway, 1st Floor<br \/>\nNorth Haven, CT 06473<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.aretepsych.com\">www.aretepsych.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: None, out of network<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nSliding Scale: Yes<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nPreferred Population:13+, young adults up to 35<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive\/Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Since writing a nationally recognized dissertation on post-modern approaches to psychotherapy with adopted adolescents and completing a post-doctoral training with adolescents at the Institute of Living\u2019s Intensive Outpatient Program, I have served adolescents, young adults, and their families in private practice for 15 years. As an adopted person, my interest in adoption issues began early and has been a focus of my research and practice since 1989. In my private practice, the focus has been on helping teens adopted at or near birth cope with concerns, questions, and feelings that adoption can add to the process of maturation. I have many years of experience also in bringing culturally competent counseling methods to bear in assisting international adoptees manage the special concerns this situation can engender.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Constance Catrone, DSW, MA, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-795-1118<br \/>\n1 Bradley Road<br \/>\nWoodbridge, CT 06525<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:ccatrone@collaborativementalhealthassociates.com\">ccatrone@collaborativementalhealthassociates.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.collaborativementalhealthassociates.com\">www.collaborativementalhealthassociates.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem, call for others<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nPreferred Population:12+<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 25+ years<\/p>\n<p>Available to advocate within the school system on behalf of client families and attend treatment provider meetings. A 3-4 session assessment is completed to determine goals, structure, and treatment frequency. Extensive experience working with childhood trauma, grief and loss. Completed several trainings with Beverly James, Dan Hughes, and Bessel van der Kolk. Assisted in the development of a local agency\u2019s post adoption program.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Twanda Grey, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-823-9150<br \/>\nStrategic Resolutions LLC<br \/>\n419 Whalley Avenue, Suite 309<br \/>\nNew Haven, CT 06511<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:tgrey@strategicresolutionsct.com\">tgrey@strategicresolutionsct.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.strategicresolutionsct.com\/\">www.strategicresolutionsct.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem<br \/>\nLanguages: English<\/p>\n<p>I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 27 years of extensive experience as a social worker. Twenty-two of those years were spent as a social worker\/supervisor at Department of Children and Families working with biological, foster care and adoptive children and their families in different settings and capacities. Extensive training in the arena of Circle of Security (Theory of Attachment) and prenatal and postnatal (perinatal mood disorders). In addition, I am a college professor with 13 years of experience teaching in the discipline of social work and early childhood education. Private practice with experience in attachment, impact of trauma, early childhood development, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, foster care and multi-racial families.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lisa Hardy-Gardner, LMSW <\/strong><br \/>\n203-439-5555<br \/>\nReliant Behavioral Health and Community Services<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.reliantbehavioralhealthcs.org\/\">www.reliantbehavioralhealthcs.org<\/a><br \/>\n419 Whalley Avenue, Suite 101<br \/>\nNew Haven, CT 06511<br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Beacon, Cigna, Magellan, Medicare, United Healthcare<br \/>\nLanguages: English and Spanish<\/p>\n<p>At Reliant Behavioral Health and Community Services we provide wrap around services to urbanized and\/or at risk communities need of therapeutic counseling and basic needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Robin Knight, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-641-9315<br \/>\nRobin Knight Counseling<br \/>\n203 Broad Street, Suite C-4<br \/>\nMilford, CT 06460<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rknight04@snet.net\">rknight04@snet.net<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance:\u00a0Husky, Private Pay<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nPreferred Population: 7+<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 20+ years<\/p>\n<p>I have been a part of the adoption world for many years, working at DCF for 30 plus years doing permanency work, and I have also been a foster parent and am an adoptive parent. My work and personal experiences with adoption help me to look at children&#8217;s challenging and sometimes confusing behaviors differently; helping you find different ways to respond to help heal some of the earlier losses and start to believe that they are worthy of being loved and cared for.<\/p>\n<p><strong>David Meyers, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-260-0647<br \/>\n1095 Main Street<br \/>\nBranford, CT 06405<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:davidmmeyers@yahoo.com\">davidmmeyers@yahoo.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.davidmeyerslcsw.com\/\">www.davidmeyerslcsw.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: None, will work with out of network providers and victim services for reimbursement as applicable<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nPrimarily In-Person sessions, but willing to provide virtual sessions for parents or consults<br \/>\nOffers evaluations and treatment of sexual and physical abuse<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Child and adolescent, parent consultation<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Available to advocate within the school system on behalf of client families and attend treatment provider meetings. Extensive knowledge in early childhood development with former experience as a preschool teacher and therapeutic preschool clinical director. Advanced training certificate in family therapy and ongoing training in trauma. Specializes in evaluations and treatment of sexual and physical abuse.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cara Powers, LPC<\/strong><br \/>\n203-931-1184 ext. 116<br \/>\nShoreline Wellness Center<br \/>\n415 Main Street<br \/>\nWest\u00a0Haven, CT 06516<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:cpowers@sbhw.org\">cpowers@sbhw.org<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shorelinewellnesscenter.com\">www.shorelinewellnesscenter.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Anthem, Cigna, Oxford, United, Husky<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nOffers group counseling and medication management<br \/>\nPreferred Population: All ages<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Cara is the founder and director of the Shoreline Wellness Center, LLC and its affiliated companies, Shoreline Behavioral Health &amp; Learning Center, LLC and Shoreline Wellness Behavioral Health Outreach, Inc. Cara specializes in the treatment of adult, child and adolescent anxiety and phobia disorders, including the treatment of Selective Mutism. Cara also specializes in blended family, foster, adoptive and step family issues and divorce, as well as adolescent development issues. She is currently trained and becoming certified in EMDR and Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP). Her vision for creating Shoreline Wellness Center and its affiliated companies is to bring people suffering from various mental illnesses together, and to help them heal in a safe, nurturing and holistic environment, one which focuses on helping people achieve personal wellness.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Michael Reynolds, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-463-5826<br \/>\nFearless Futures Therapy<br \/>\n25 Summit Drive<br \/>\nWallingford, CT 06492<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:michael@fearlessfuturestherapy.com\">michael@fearlessfuturestherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.fearlessfuturestherapy.com\">www.fearlessfuturestherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Out of Network<br \/>\nLanguage: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability, In-home Sessions offered case by case<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nSpecializes in treating OCD and Anxiety<br \/>\nOffers OCD and Anxiety Support Groups for Teens, Families, and Adults<br \/>\nPreferred Population: All ages<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families:\u00a0 5+ years<\/p>\n<p>Michael Reynolds provides nationally recognized, evidence-based treatment for OCD and related anxiety disorders. He has extensive background working with families, including within Intensive Outpatient level of care, individuals and family sessions, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ART). Michael helps clients manage intrusive thoughts, reduce anxiety, and build resilience through meaningful self-care and values-based living.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lisa Spearman, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-931-1184<br \/>\nShoreline Wellness Center &amp; Behavioral Health Clinic<br \/>\n415 Main Street<br \/>\nWest Haven, CT 06156<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:lspearman@sbhw.org\">lspearman@sbhw.org<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shorelinewellnesscenter.com\">www.shorelinewellnesscenter.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Aetna, Anthem, Cigna\/Evernorth, Magellan, Medicare, Railroad Medicare, Tricare, United Behavioral Health, Wellcare\/Medicare and Fee for Service<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes (virtually)<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families:\u00a0 10+ years<\/p>\n<p>Lisa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Shoreline Wellness Center, who obtained her Master&#8217;s degree in Social Work and a Bachelor&#8217;s degree in Psychology from Southern Connecticut State University. With over 7 years of experience providing psychotherapy, Lisa has had the pleasure of working together with all age groups, from varying backgrounds, including individuals, couples, and families and helping them reach their goals. Lisa is also a graduate of the accredited Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) program from the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.). With this training, she has been afforded the knowledge to help children, adults and families who have been impacted by foster care and adoption. Lisa&#8217;s goal is your goal. Her mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space which allows the client to express oneself freely. Lisa is a passionate, dedicated clinician who believes that with patience, empathy, and a healthy therapeutic relationship, one can learn the tools to implement change and have a more fulfilling and rewarding life. Lisa utilizes strength-based approaches as well as person-centered strategies, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Lisa is committed to working with you side-by-side on your journey through life.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"middlesex\"><\/a>Middlesex County<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Ashley Hines Lunt, ATR-BC, LPC<\/strong><br \/>\n203-533-2351<br \/>\nWhole Heart Art Therapy &amp; Creative Counseling, LLC<br \/>\n955 S. Main Street, #B201<br \/>\nMiddletown, CT 06457<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:ashley@wholehearttherapy.com\">ashley@wholehearttherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.wholeheartarttherapy.com\">www.wholeheartarttherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Aetna, Cigna, ConnectiCare, Optum, Oxford, UMR, and United Healthcare<br \/>\nLanguages:\u00a0 English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: No<br \/>\nOffers Art Therapy<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Children aged 10+, Teens and Adults<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>As a registered and board-certified Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, I have a passion for using a creative approach to help people move towards healing, greater insights, and self-expression. Since 2010 I have been using Art Therapy to help children aged 7 and older, teens, and young adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, adoption and foster care, life transitions, grief and loss, selective mutism, developmental disabilities, and autism. I am also an adoption-competent therapist certified by the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E). No art experience is needed to benefit from art therapy.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"new_london\"><\/a>New London County<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Carol Campbell, LMFT<\/strong><br \/>\nPeace of Mind<br \/>\n860-984-3190<br \/>\n18 Oneco Street<br \/>\nNorwich, CT 06360<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:carolc.lmft@yahoo.com\">carolc.lmft@yahoo.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky and Private Pay<br \/>\nSliding Scale: Call for details<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nOffers Pre-Adoption Counseling<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Adolescents, Teens and Parents<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 25+ years<\/p>\n<p>Over 25 years of experience training and working with foster families as well as over 17 years&#8217; experience working in private practice with foster and adoptive families. Completed the University of Connecticut\u2019s Clinical Issues in Adoption Post Master\u2019s Certificate program. Works collaboratively with other providers to ensure child and family receives comprehensive care. Has personal experience as a foster and adoptive parent.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Janine Geida, LMFT\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n860-325-0904<br \/>\nJ9 Counseling and Consultation<br \/>\n56 Dean Road<br \/>\nEast Lyme, CT 06333<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:j9@j9candc.com\">j9@j9candc.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.J9counselingandconsultation.com\">www.J9counselingandconsultation.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem, Cigna, Connecticare, Optum, United Healthcare, Humana\/Tricare<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: No<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Parents<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 20+ years<\/p>\n<p>Janine Geida, LMFT, is both professionally trained and personally involved with the many facets of adoption. She has worked with parents and children for over twenty years, helping them overcome various challenges such as family conflict, depression, addiction, trauma, suicidality, and more. She is also the mother of an adopted child in a multi-racial family.\u00a0 She has a private practice out of East Lyme, Connecticut and welcomes the opportunity to continue helping people find and achieve their goals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Laura L. Langston, Ph.D., LMFT, RPT (Registered Play Therapist)<\/strong><br \/>\n203-489-6993<br \/>\nTouch-Points<br \/>\n4 Fort Hill Road, #4<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:laura@touchpointsllc.com\">laura@touchpointsllc.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.touchpointsllc.com\">www.touchpointsllc.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem, Out of Network, Private Pay, Sliding Scale<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: On a case by case basis<br \/>\nOffers Play Therapy<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Children with Developmental Trauma Disorder<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>I am an adoptive parent and registered play therapist. I specialize in children with Developmental Trauma Disorder and developed by own model for working with the adoption population and their families.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Kim Shepardson Watson, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-739-6974<br \/>\nEast Lyme Psychological Associates<br \/>\n29 Chesterfield Road<br \/>\nEast Lyme, CT 06333<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:kwatson@eastlymepsych.com\">kwatson@eastlymepsych.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.eastlymepsych.com\/\">www.eastlymepsych.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, call for others<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nOffers Attachment Focused Therapy, Parent Support, and Supervision on Post-Adoption Issues<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Young children, however, willing to work with anyone in their life span.<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 20+ years<\/p>\n<p>Completed UConn\u2019s Clinical Issues in Adoption Post Master\u2019s Certificate Program. Available to advocate within the school system on behalf of client families and attend treatment provider meetings. Certified in Infant Mental Health Level IV. Member: National Association of Social Work, Connecticut Association of Infant Mental Health, Connecticut Council on Adoption. Practice includes APRN and Psychiatrist.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"fairfield\"><\/a>Fairfield County<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Virginia P. Ayres, LPC, LADC, SCPG<\/strong><br \/>\n203-326-1469<br \/>\nDarien Psychotherapy<br \/>\n30 Old Kings Highway South, 2nd Floor<br \/>\nDarien, CT 06820<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:ginny@darienpsychotherapy.com\">ginny@darienpsychotherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ginnyayres.com\/\">www.ginnyayres.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: None<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: No<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Teens and older<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Over 15 years of experience in private practice working with foster and adoptive families. Completed UConn\u2019s Clinical Issues in Adoption Post-Master\u2019s Certificate program. Expert in dealing with disrupted attachment. Trained with Dan Hughes, Peter Leine, Terry Levy, Michael Orlans, Bessel Van der Kalk, Diana Fosha, and John Baylin.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Leah Crane, Psy.D.<\/strong><br \/>\n203-697-8399<br \/>\nThe Family Collaborative<br \/>\n30 Old King&#8217;s Highway South<br \/>\nDarien, CT 06820<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:lc@thefamilycollaborative.com\">lc@thefamilycollaborative.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.thefamilycollaborative.com\/\">www.thefamilycollaborative.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance:\u00a0 None<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nOffers Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) and Consultation<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Crane offers a continuum of services throughout the adoption process to support your family in her practice in Connecticut. Dr. Crane is also the Director of Adoptive Family Services at Rennicke &amp; Associates in New York City. She is a Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) certified practitioner and consultant and has training in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy. She finds the integration of these two models to be particularly effective in supporting families.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sarah Katrulya, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-240-5572<br \/>\n87 South Main Street, Unit #13<br \/>\nNewtown, CT 06470<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:skatrulya@gmail.com\">skatrulya@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem, Cigna<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nEMDR and DBT Certified<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 20+ years<\/p>\n<p>Completed UConn\u2019s Clinical Issues in Adoption Post-Master\u2019s Certificate Program. Available to advocate within the school system on behalf of client families and attend treatment provider meetings. DBT and EMDR certified. In-home therapy may be available on a case by case basis. APRN on staff and affiliations with local psychiatrist.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Vanessa Love, LPC, LCMHC, Registered Art Therapist<\/strong><br \/>\n203-300-7193<br \/>\n1266 East Main Street at Regus, 7th Floor<br \/>\nStamford, CT 06902<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:vanesslovelpc@gmail.com\">vanessalovelpc@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lovescounseling.com\/\">www.lovescounseling.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem<br \/>\nSliding Scale: Yes, as low as $100, call for further information<br \/>\nIn-Person on Thursdays Only, Other times &#8211; Virtual<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes &#8211; Virtual Only<br \/>\nPreferred Population: 11+, Individual unless the child struggles to talk about weekly issues, then adding parent(s) would be preferred.<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive Families: 11+ years<\/p>\n<p>I started private practice in 2011 and have been working since then with a multitude of issues with adoptive and foster kids, as well as adults.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lisa A. Mazzeo, LCSW, BCD<\/strong><br \/>\n203-556-7974<br \/>\n1088 Black Rock Turnpike<br \/>\nFairfield, CT 06825<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:lisamazz1961@gmail.com\">lisamazz1961@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: None<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Depending on area.<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Latency Age, Adolescents, and Family<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Completed several trainings with Dan Hughes. Author of the book, Who Can Catch the Moon, which is a compilation of stories from children in foster care and who have been adopted. Worked in the field of foster care and adoption for 30 years, and has a unique understanding of the issues specific to this population. Earned both a BSW and MSW in social work and have spent the majority of her career in child welfare. Aside from having a private practice and working full time, Ms. Mazzeo has taught social work at SCSU in the past and have been a field supervisor for social work students.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caley Schwartz, Ph.D.\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n203-464-9053<br \/>\nCaley Schwartz Psychological Services, LLC<br \/>\n137 Ethan Allen Highway<br \/>\nRidgefield, CT 06877<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:cschwartz@psychologistconnecticut.com\">cschwartz@psychologistconnecticut.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.psychologistconnecticut.com\/\">www.psychologistconnecticut.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: None<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nOffers Psychological and Diagnostic Evaluations, Social Development, Autism Specific Interventions, Executive Functioning Interventions, Educational Support and Instruction<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 10+ years<\/p>\n<p>Completed UConn\u2019s Clinical Issues in Adoption Post Master\u2019s Certificate Program; experience working with young children through young adults; provides parent support and guidance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Joshua Watson, LMFT<\/strong><br \/>\n203-530-2190<br \/>\nJoshua Watson, LMFT, LLC<br \/>\n533 East Putnam Avenue, Suite 3<br \/>\nGreenwich, CT 06830<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:josh@joshuawatsonlmft.com\">josh@joshuawatsonlmft.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.joshuawatsonlmft.com\">www.joshuawatsonlmft.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Out of Network<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nIn-Person and Virtual Availability<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Males<br \/>\nOffers Individual, Couples and Family Work<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>Joshua Watson is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). He has been in private practice since 2010 with families in Greenwich and Westport, Connecticut.\u00a0 He works with individuals, couples and families and is a graduate of CASE&#8217;s Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) program.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"virtual_only\"><\/a>Virtual Only<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Emily Agostini, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-699-6459<br \/>\nTelehealth Only<br \/>\nLicensed in CT and MA<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:agocare@emilyagostini.com\">agocare@emilyagostini.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.emilyagostini.com\">www.emilyagostini.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Private Pay, Sliding Scale, and pro bono.<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Any age that works well with telehealth<br \/>\nOffers Support\/Advocacy for birth children of foster parent experience<\/p>\n<p>Emily has several adopted family members and has seen adoption and foster care from a variety of lenses. She is trained and certified through Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) Course and has significant experience advocating for foster and adoptive families, working as a social worker for a therapeutic foster care program, supervised visitation worker, as well as a child trauma therapist. She has also led trainings on trauma and foster care and adoption and assists in training new foster parents. Her work around adoption spans from working with children and adolescents, to adults, parents and family members, focusing on supporting the entire family unit. She utilizes a strength based, trauma focused, supportive lens to help children, families and adults navigate foster care and adoption and is trained in EMDR and TF-CBT. Additional Training includes: FASD, sexual abuse, attachment, ambiguous loss, sensory processing.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Susan W. Baron, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-667-2370<br \/>\nTelehealth Only<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:swbaronlcsw@gmail.com\">swbaronlcsw@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: None, sliding scale<br \/>\nLanguage: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes- Fairfield County in person, all other counties &#8211; virtually<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Adoption Triad<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 30+ years<\/p>\n<p>Since 1995, I have been involved in the field of adoption. For the first twelve years, I worked with families adopting internationally and domestically. I realized that adoptive families face unique challenges that have their roots in adoption. I will provide you with sensitive, adoption-competent therapy that addresses these challenges. I work with all members of the adoption triad and have extensive experience supporting you and your adoptee in the process of search and reunion. My work is short-term and cognitive behaviorally based. I provide extensive psycho-education around normative adoption developmental stages, as well as the unique challenges you face. I am available to advocate with schools and attend PPTs. If you are considering adopting, I can help you demystify the process. I am a member of The Connecticut Council on Adoption, Connecticut Adoption Community Network, NASW, The Connecticut Society of Psychoanalytic Psychologists. I offer you wisdom gained from extensive experience, compassion, perspective and optimism. I look forward to connecting with you. Co-founder of Touched By Adoption.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Muna Bhandari, LPC<\/strong><br \/>\n347-687-2214<br \/>\nTelehealth Only<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:therapywithmuna@proton.me\">therapywithmuna@proton.me<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.therapywithmuna.com\">www.therapywithmuna.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurances: Aetna, Cigna, Optum (including UMR and United Healthcare)<br \/>\nLanguages: English and Nepali<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 5+ years<\/p>\n<p>As an Asian American immigrant therapist, I bring a unique perspective to my therapeutic work and adoption<br \/>\nadvocacy. In my practice, I use a psychodynamic lens, integrating trauma-informed care, culture, attachment<br \/>\ntheory, and neurobiology, all while grounding my work in empathy, compassion, and authenticity. I am<br \/>\ndedicated to honoring your story with compassion and curiosity. Additionally, I am a graduate of the<br \/>\naccredited Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) program and hold a C.A.S.E. Training for Adoption<br \/>\nCompetency certificate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rachel Forbes, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-641-0020<br \/>\nRoot &amp; Return Wellness<br \/>\nTelehealth Only<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:rachel@rootandreturnwellness.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rachel@rootandreturnwellness.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rootandreturnwellness.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.rootandreturnwellness.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance:\u00a0Husky, Aetna, Anthem, BCBS, Cigna, <span>ConnectiCare, and UnitedHealthCare<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: No<br \/>\nPreferred Population:18+<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 9+ years<\/span><\/p>\n<p>I offer trauma-informed and adoption-competent therapy that honors both the psychological and soulful dimensions of healing. As a Korean American transracial and transcultural adoptee myself, I also bring lived experience and deep empathy to the complex layers of identity, belonging, and family systems. My therapeutic approach is holistic and mind-body integrated, with an intention of increasing self-awareness, self-leadership and inner harmony. In addition to offering individual therapy, I also offer educational training for large groups, clinical consultation for mental health practitioners, and my professional perspective and experience in interviews, podcasts, public panels, discussions, and forums.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Becca Leitman Therapy<\/strong><br \/>\n917-207-3431<br \/>\nTelehealth Only. Licensed in CT, NY and WA.<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:hello@beccaleitmantherapy.com\">hello@beccaleitmantherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.BeccaLeitmanTherapy.com\">www.BeccaLeitmanTherapy.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurances: BCBS, Premera<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: On a case-by-case basis<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 15+ years<\/p>\n<p>I am an adoptee in a mixed family of adoptive and biological children and I have spent the past 15 years supporting families formed through adoption, whether that was through foster care or private adoption. Often times, adoptees struggle with trauma and attachment issues, even if they were adopted at birth. That primal wound is a tricky one to heal. When entering adolescence, adoptees tend to question their identity and part of my job is to help support them in this search. I hold a certification in Attachment and Trauma Therapy as well as Internal Family Systems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Allyson D. Platt, LPC\/LMHC, MA, MDiv.<\/strong><br \/>\nAllyson D. Platt<br \/>\n860-375-0456<br \/>\nTelehealth Only<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:plattallysond@gmail.com\">plattallysond@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Health New England, MBHP<br \/>\nLanguage: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: Yes &#8211; virtual only<br \/>\nPreferred Population: 11+, currently only working with parents<\/p>\n<p>Extensive training and work with traumatized and attachment disordered children and their families, including the Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) certificate. Treatment is based on the Attachment, Regulation and Competency (ARC) framework.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Julia C. Ruggiero, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n347-977-0847<br \/>\nJCR Therapy<br \/>\nTelehealth Only<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:julia@jcrtherapy.org\">julia@jcrtherapy.org<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky or private pay<br \/>\nLanguage: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: No<br \/>\nPreferred Population: 18+ Adopted Population<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 5+ years<\/p>\n<p>Julia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Connecticut. Julia has been providing therapeutic services for folks of all ages for over 5 years. She earned her Master\u2019s degree in social work from New York University and went on to achieve her Clinical level licensure in Connecticut. Her professional experience includes providing individual and family treatment using evidence-based practices for various mental health and behavioral health issues, such as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, parent coaching, and emotional regulation skills.\u00a0 Julia is also an adoption-competent therapist and has completed accredited training with the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.). As an adoption-competent therapist, she has the education, skills, and experience to provide effective therapeutic treatment to those impacted by adoption. As a Colombian American transracial and international adoptee, Julia also understands what it can be like to be adopted and how difficult it can be to find professional support that honors the complexities and nuances of adoption. Julia\u2019s lived experience gives her a deeper level of understanding and compassion that helps her clients feel safe and understood as they share and explore their unique adoption stories fully and freely. Julia\u2019s approach to therapy is warm, nonjudgmental, and focused on building meaningful connections.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Jessica Sormrude, MEd, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n860-303-3777<br \/>\nKAIROS Therapy Center<br \/>\nTelehealth Only<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:info@kairostc.com\">info@kairostc.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/kairostc.com\/\" class=\"broken_link\">www.kairostc.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Husky, Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, ConnectiCare, Medicare, Optum, and Out of Network<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Ages 18-99<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 16+ years<\/p>\n<p>KAIROS Therapy Center welcomes you. We remain committed to the wellness of individuals, their families, and the community, through prevention, intervention, treatment, and education in a therapeutic and culturally inclusive environment. We look forward to beginning your journey with you, ensuring compassion, acceptance, respect, empowerment, and an opportunity to achieve greatness.\u00a0 Prior to establishing KAIROS, Jessica worked in CPS for over 12 years. Clinically she participated in the Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) program, is EMDR trained and has personal experience with adoption and foster care, all of which has contributed to her work with others involved in the experience.\u00a0 Jessica has had extensive training in trauma and considers herself a &#8220;trauma informed&#8221; provider.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Gayle Weill, LCSW<\/strong><br \/>\n203-635-9662<br \/>\nTelehealth Only<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:gayleweill@gmail.com\">gayleweill@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gayleweilllcsw.com\/\">www.gayleweillcsw.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurances: None<br \/>\nLanguages: English<br \/>\nAttends PPT\/School Meetings: No<br \/>\nPreferred Population: Birth and Adoptive Mothers<br \/>\nOffers Hypnosis and Therapy for Anxiety Relief<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive and Foster Families: 12+ years<\/p>\n<p>Completed the nationally accredited Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) course created by the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E). I have years of experience working with children in foster care, pre-adoptive families, birth parents, adoptive parents, and foster parents. My work included family therapy, individual therapy, hands on parent-training to help parents understand how to answer difficult questions and learn how to better respond to difficult behaviors. I\u2019ve also worked on lifebooks with children to help them understand and process their history, and I made recommendations to family court in regards to termination of parental rights cases. I often find that parents have fear regarding their children\u2019s curiosity about their birth parents. Children often feel nervous and\/or guilty to speak with their parents about being curious about their birth parents. There\u2019s also often complaints from parents about their children\u2019s behaviors, or not understanding why their children can\u2019t follow the same directives a child who was not adopted can follow. This is among just a few prevalent issues that often come up in sessions, and I am available to help navigate these difficult issues.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"out_of_state\"><\/a>Out of State<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Attachment Institute of New England, Inc.<\/strong><br \/>\n508-799-2663<br \/>\n51 Union Street<br \/>\nWorcester, MA 01608<br \/>\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.attachmentnewengland.com\/\">www.attachmentnewengland.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Possible Single Case Agreement, depending on insurance company<\/p>\n<p>Specializes in treating children with PTSD and reactive attachment disorder. Therapy sessions are typically two hours long with two clinicians. Course of treatment tends to be 14 sessions. Local and national trainers\/presenters on adoption and trauma related issues. Members of ATTACH.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Anne F. Malave, Ph.D.<\/strong><br \/>\nClinical Psychologist-Psychoanalyst, Faculty and Supervisor, William Alanson White Institute, Past Chair, Mental Health Professional Group of The American Society for Reproductive Medicine<br \/>\n347-677-2927<br \/>\n220 5th Avenue, 11th Floor<br \/>\nNew York, NY 10001<br \/>\nLicensed in NY<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:drannemalave@gmail.com\">drannemalave@gmail.com<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.drannemalave.com\/\">www.drannemalave.com<\/a><br \/>\nInsurance: Aetna<br \/>\nSliding Scale: Call for further information<br \/>\nWorking with Adoptive Families: 35+ years<\/p>\n<p>Experience working with birth families and multiracial families. Provides psychological evaluations for prospective adoptive families and third party reproduction participants. 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