Anxiety Counseling - If you, your teen, or college student are looking for help managing and alleviating feelings of worry, restlessness, nervousness, tension and fear, I can help you get on the path to feeling better as I specialize in treating all aspects of anxiety and anxiety disorders.
Depression - If you, your teen or college student are experiencing feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness or loss of interest in things that you once enjoyed, I can help you regain hope and feel happiness again.
Family and relationship issues - If you, your teen, or college student are dealing with dysfunctional relationships I can help you navigate your world and restore harmony. I strongly believe that our interpersonal relationships both past and present play a critical role in determining our physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
Addiction - If you, your teen, or college student are dealing with alcohol or marijuana substance abuse issues, I can help you regain control of your life and achieve your goals whether that’s sobriety or reduction in use.
I’m Ilene, a warm, approachable therapist specializing in anxiety, depression, family relationships and addiction for teenagers, college students, and adults. Life has shown me that personal connections are the foundation of growth and happiness.
ABOUT ME
Using a holistic approach, I will carefully listen to your needs and use individually tailored methods combined with compassion and skills garnered from 20-plus years as a wife, a mother and a business executive. I love adding mindfulness practices to client sessions, if desired, and focus on creating a safe space for clients to heal and grow.
When working with you or your loved one, I work collaboratively with your other providers and school resources to help ensure we are all working towards achieving the same goals.
All who are looking to increase happiness in their lives are welcome. I am currently accepting new clients for in-person or telehealth sessions and offer evening hours. If you think I may be a good fit for you or a family member please reach out. I offer sliding scale fees on an as needed basis.
SPECIALTIES
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Anxiety
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Addiction
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Life Transitions
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OCD
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Parenting
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Relationship Issues
THERAPEUTIC TECHNIQUES
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Culturally Sensitive Therapy
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Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
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Existential Therapy
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Exposure Response Prevention
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Integrative Therapy
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Motivational Interviewing
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Person-Centered Therapy
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Positive Psychology
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Psychodynamic Therapy
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Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
RATES
Counseling:
$200 for initial visit - 60 min
$175 for 45-50 min counseling session
*Note, I offer sliding scale fees on an as needed basis.
While I do not participate directly with insurance, many clients receive reimbursement from their out of network insurance benefits. I will provide an invoice with all the information needed for you to submit to your out of network insurance benefits for reimbursement.
CONTACT ME
Sessions are by appointment only.
PHONE
475-897-5157
ADDRESS
Fairfield, CT
*Also offer online therapy