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Dr. Fuller aims to minimize the frequency and intensity of the client's suffering and emotional pain, as well as self-defeating patterns, and he helps the client to develop skills leading to life satisfaction and goal achievement. In doing this, Dr. Fuller places a strong emphasis on cognitive-behavioral theory (CBT) and associated techniques. Dr. Fuller tailors these and other techniques to the needs of the individual. This approach helps clients successfully overcome present issues, whether they are long-standing (chronic) or critical (acute) issues. Scientifically-based methods are highlighted, and when there are no empirically supported treatments, reliance on theory and clinical judgment is utilized to provide clients with comprehensive and customized treatment of his or her particular conditions. He emphasizes the present, while helping clients to understand how relationships and historical events may still be affecting their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors today. Active methods of dealing with the here-and-now are stressed. Clients rapidly learn behavioral and cognitive skills that allow them to effectively deal with circumstances in their life.

I specialize in working with young adults struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions and substance use. When we are anxious and overwhelmed, it can cause us to feel disconnected from others. Feeling stuck and stressed can trigger self-doubt and poor decision-making, and this chips away at our self-esteem. Personal challenges have taught me that tough times can be an opportunity to gain wisdom and resiliency. I can help you identify the core issues that are negatively impacting your life and deterring you from enjoying your life and achieving your goals. I am an ‘active’ therapist, who makes suggestions and offers guidance, as opposed to just asking “how does that make you feel”? I forge close relationships with clients, who appreciate my warmth, openness and good energy. I provide clients a safe, judgement-free space, where they feel heard, respected and supported. Using holistic and science-based methods, I teach clients solution-focused strategies that they implement in their daily life and for future bumps in the road. With my help, clients learn to step into their personal power. This increases their self-confidence, optimism, and self-awareness. If you are ready to step into your power, I can help you get there.

I work with adults of all ages in a highly attuned, caring, and deeply respectful way. I've helped many people overcome relationship difficulties, painful anxiety, shame, depression, job stress, loss, and the challenges of creating a truly meaningful life. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds and lifestyles, and will tailor my approach to your needs. I also work with couples in traditional and non-traditional relationships. I especially enjoy helping couples from different backgrounds overcome differences in styles and expectations. I earned my graduate degree and completed my clinical training at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, the top training program in my field, and participate in ongoing training in evidence-based approaches including Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Transformative Couples Therrapy (TCT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT-C) If you'd like to talk more about your unique situation and how I can help, consider calling for a free consultation.

My name is Jewels and my specialty is working with individuals who grew up within family conflict, a difficult relationship with a parent, or a childhood that did not feel safe. I have trained in attachment trauma (when we don't grow up with consistent, nurturing caregivers) and the impact it has on our brain, body, behavior, and relationships. Growing up this way can feel like climbing a mountain without a map. We become skilled at navigating rocky terrain, reading the weather, bracing for storms, learning the safest path to take, and how to survive on our own. Our nervous system can feel these effects long after childhood is over. I offer education on the impact of childhood trauma, strategies to reduce anxiety, skills to create new patterns, ways to set healthy boundaries, productive communication techniques, and more. For deeper work, I offer Internal Family Systems (IFS), and inner child work. We move at your own pace, focusing on what feels right for you. I am a nurturing therapist and offer a safe space where your inner child can begin to heal. You deserve to have a voice and your voice is important. Your feelings matter and you are not alone. “Once in a while you get shown the light, in the strangest of places if you look at it right” -Robert Hunter

Whether you are anxious, depressed or going through a difficult time, I can offer you ways to gently explore your emotions with more ease. I am trained in Internal Family Systems an evidenced-based approach that is highly effective in working with symptoms of anxiety, depression and trauma. What is unique about this approach is the way in which it promotes a more self compassionate view of yourself. This awareness often reduces the self criticism and judgement that plague so many of us. I enjoy working with adults of all ages. With additional training in EMDR, I can help you to reprocess traumatic memory, potentially reducing symptoms associated with trauma. Please contact me for a free 15 minute phone consultation If you would to learn more about my approach to therapy and how it could help you. I look forward to the possibility of working together.

I take a holistic approach to therapy. It's important to recognize that anxiety (or depression or stress) is a part of you and not all of you. You are a person who has a particular symptom or difficulty, you are not the anxiety, depression or stress! So when you're looking for help you want to work with a holistic counselor who sees and treats the whole you-- body, mind and spirit. I promote transformation and healing by blending depth therapy, body-focused emotional release, spiritual-growth counseling, expressive art techniques, and breathing meditation. I support older teens, and adults of all ages in creating healthy responses to current situations. I want to help you take the next steps into living your own life more fully.

I am a licensed professional counselor with a Master’s in Community Counseling from Southern Connecticut State University and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut. I have experience addressing anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, parenting issues, and substance use in adults and adolescents. I have worked with individuals from many diverse populations, including those from different economic and cultural backgrounds, as well as the BIPOC community. My approach is to provide a safe and trusting environment where individuals feel supported and heard. I work towards understanding my clients' reality to help them grow and achieve attainable goals. I draw upon various aspects of solution-focused, family systems, and cognitive-behavioral therapies in support of my clients.

As clinical psychologists, we understand that your life can be complex. There are various demands and expectations at different life stages that can be impacted by situational and mental health struggles. It's important to be mindful of the interaction between those demands and your stage of life. For example, you may be an adult feeling overwhelmed with anxiety worrying about aging parents while managing your spouse and children's needs. Your needs in this scenario would be different than an anxious adolescent trying to cope with school, friendship, and family demands. We recognize and respect that people have individual needs throughout the lifespan and we want to work closely and collaboratively with you to ensure that you reach your goals to a richer and more satisfying life.

At Uplift & Imagine (U&I) we strive to help you be an independent individual. U&I will help build your confidence and self-esteem by creating goals to meet your specific needs. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with years of experience in the Juvenile Justice system. I have worked with many families and adolescents of all cultural backgrounds and gender identities in residential programs, as an outpatient therapist and providing in-home Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy (MDFT). At U&I, our therapeutic style is warm and interactive. My greatest strength is being able to engage with all clients. U&I understands making the decision to start therapy may be a difficult one. U&I as a team can figure out how to help you be your best self. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation to see if U&I is the perfect fit for you.

As clinical psychologists we understand that your life can be complex. There are various demands and expectations at different life stages that can be impacted by situational and mental health struggles. It's important to be mindful of the interaction between those demands and your stage of life. For example, you may be an adult feeling overwhelmed with anxiety worrying about aging parents while managing your spouse and children's needs. your needs in this scenario would be different than an anxious adolescent trying to cope with school, friendship, and family demands. We recognize and respect that people have individual needs throughout the lifespan and we want to work closely and collaboratively with you to ensure that you reach your goals to a richer and more satisfying life.

Over 26 years of experience in the field of social work and child welfare. I have helped various populations ranging from struggles with stress, trauma, anxiety, substance misuse, and depression, to navigating systems in meeting basic needs. My expertise is working with people from all races, cultures, and ethnicities, as I originate from a diverse background. I enjoy helping people become the best version of themselves, finding that baseline, and rediscovering their assets in being their most satisfied and peaceful state. My aim is to help restore overall mind, body, and spiritual health that incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, life coaching, and holistic approaches.