Mental Health Treatment

Are you struggling with grief, adjustment to a new situation, anxiety, OCD, difficulty with communication with others or within your marriage or partnership? Did you just have a baby and you’re struggling with post partum depression or anxiety? You may be looking for a safe space to talk. I can help you with that in a non-judgemental, friendly and welcoming environment. If you are struggling, I can help.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and I work with adults, couples and families. I utilize a variety of methodologies in practice, depending on the client’s needs. I believe every person has the ability to improve their situation and live the life they have always wanted.

I am fascinated by other’s life journeys and I love to hear stories of strength and resilience in times of difficulty. I can help you rewrite your story, and find your true path. Playing a part in the journey to healing is an honor. Through talk therapy, I will help you find yourself.

Population: Adults

Tree of Life Psychedelic Assisted Therapy, LLC

 Welcome! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Psychedelic Assisted Therapist. I provide Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.

 Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is an innovative therapeutic approach that combines the use of ketamine, a dissociative anesthetic known for its ability to provide rapid relief from depression and other mental health conditions when combined with traditional psychotherapy techniques. This model is particularly effective for individuals who have not responded to conventional treatments for OCD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mood disorders.

KAP offers a unique opportunity that can help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, heal from past traumas, and foster personal growth in meaningful and transformative ways.

Your unique story and experiences are the foundation of our work together. Through compassionate support and the power of psychedelics, we can illuminate the path to inner peace and healing.

For more information or to contact me directly, please visit my website:

 Tree of Life Psychedelic Assisted Therapy 

Population: Adults

Payment Options: Self-Pay

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am

excited to join the Mystic Bridge to

Wellness team with more than ten years’ experience counseling children, adolescents, and adults. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Eastern Connecticut State University, and a Master of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of St. Joseph’s. An Associate of Science degree rounds out my formal education. My professional experience includes both traditional office settings as well as many years assisting teenagers in a residential program, helping residents cope

with challenges like Depression, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, trauma/PTSD, oppositional defiant behaviors, bipolar disorder, co-occurring

disorders, anger problems, ADHD, explosive behavior, impulse control issues and substance abuse. In addition to my robust formal education and professional experience, I bring a lifetime of compassion and care to my work as a clinician. I am an artist, and creative thinker who understands that life outside the office isn’t always neat and tidy. Through the use of CBT and other evidence based modalities it is my goal to provide a safe space to help individuals reflect, learn, and grow, no matter their life journey.

Populations: Children, Adolescents, Adults

Payment: Self-Pay, Out-of-Network, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Connecticare, Husky, Carelon, Anthem, BCBS, Cigna, Aetna

My name is Nancy Pearce, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Are

you finding it hard to get through your day? Or maybe your night? Both? Maybe you are struggling with anxiety that is keeping you from reaching your goals. Or perhaps it's depression that is

sapping the joy out of life. You may have gone through, or are facing, a tough life transition. All these things keep us from living our authentic and best lives. if you are reading this, you know that something is out of kilter, that you can't get out of your own way. With help, you can surmount whatever it is that is keeping you from your true self.

What I offer is change. Whatever that change needs to be. You will be the author of that change, because I firmly believe that you are the expert on you. I will be your guide on your journey every step of the way. We will take things at your pace. If something isn't working

for you, we will try something else. I promise to never give up on you.

While I primarily use Adlerian Therapy (positive, future-oriented, and humanistic), Cognitive

Behavioral Therapy (how thoughts, emotions and actions interact), and Psychodynamic Therapy (how your past has impacted your present) approaches, I draw upon my extensive toolbox of interventions to craft a style of therapy that fits your unique needs. Together we will explore what brought you here and how it is impacting your life currently.

We will develop a plan that will give you the tools you need to get through, above, or out from under what is causing distress in your life. I always say that "everything is better when

you have a plan." It's true! Just knowing there is a path toward feeling better will lift part of the burden right away. Please know that I am already proud of you. I know first-hand the bravery it takes to begin the therapy journey. I also know the potential rewards, so I encourage you to keep going. Pick up that phone or laptop or whatever you use to communicate and connect. I can promise you that you will be treated with the utmost respect, compassion, and care.

Populations: Children, Teens, Adults

Payment: Self-Pay, Out-of-Network,  Aetna, Medicaid, Husky and Optum, 

Hope started her journey to becoming a therapist after her career as a

ballet dancer. She is a

graduate of Tufts University and

the University of Connecticut.

Her experience includes 19

years within the hospital inpatient

and outpatient settings and

independent practice since

2021. Helping people live a better life is her passion! Her therapy style

is warm and interactive,

treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

She blends an eclectic array of

therapeutic modalities with person-centered care.

In her spare time you will find Hope at the beach, gardening, listening

to music, cooking, and

spending time with her dogs

Chuck and Louie.

Populations: Children, Teens, Adults, Couples

Payment: Self-Pay, Out-of-Network

Hello and welcome.

My name is Brianna Kissel, and

I am currently a graduate student

pursuing my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am

looking to gain experience working with adolescents and adults who may find themselves feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from their inner sense of purpose. Regardless of whether you are navigating anxiety, self-doubt, trauma, life transitions, or the ongoing

impact of past experiences, please remember that you do not have to face these challenges alone.

My approach to counseling is both compassionate and client centered. I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you with curiosity,

respect, and genuine care. I am dedicated to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where you feel truly heard, supported, and empowered to explore both your challenges

and your strengths. Alongside my professional training, my personal experience has greatly influenced the way I engage with clients. As a military spouse and a parent of two children, I understand the unique challenges that can accompany frequent transitions, uncertainty, and the demands of balancing multiple roles. These experiences have given me a deep

appreciation for resilience, adaptability, and the importance of having a supportive environment to process life’s stressors. My clinical interests include working with anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and offering support to military families. In my work, I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with experiential and creative approaches. I encourage clients to explore their experiences in ways that are

meaningful, accessible, and personal. My goal is to help clients better understand their inner world, strengthen their coping abilities for life’s challenges, and reconnect with the

parts of themselves that feel grounded and purposeful. I aim to support individuals in gaining clarity, building resilience, and fostering growth that is both authentic and sustainable.

Embarking on the journey of therapy requires courage, and I am honored to be part of that process. I look forward to supporting you as you move toward healing and personal growth.

Population: Adolescents and Adults

Payment: Free