Find a therapist, counselor or psychologist in Stamford, CT

"As an experienced, skilled, and compassionate clinician, I am able to understand and provide therapy for a wide variety of clients in a warm and nurturing way. "

Pamela English is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), licensed in the state of Connecticut. Pamela has 10 years of experience working in the mental health profession. She has provided therapy for children and teens dealing with grief and loss. She has also provided case management and therapeutic services for single adult women living in a homeless shelter. She also provided counseling for older adults in a nursing home.

Pamela has extensive experience with adults and clients in crisis. She has experience working with teens and families. She also has experience as a case manager; she has extensive knowledge of mental health resources and utilizes those connections while working in private practice. Pamela is able to provide multicultural counseling for people with a variety of racial and socioeconomic backgrounds. She has also worked closely with many members of the LGBT community, providing counseling and case management when those services may not otherwise be available to them.    

Pamela completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Pastoral Counseling and Spiritual Care at Fordham University. Because her degree also focused on faith-based counseling, she is able to provide those services to clients when necessary. 

Pamela provides a calming presence for her clients. She maintains a quiet confidence with each client and situation. She is able to draw from a wide range of experiences to provide therapeutic support for each client. She is flexible and versatile when building therapeutic rapport; she provides flexible scheduling. She is very excited to develop and grow her practice with Thriveworks.

"As a working mother of two who grew up in a household with mental illness, I understand the sometimes overwhelming effects of everyday stressors and mental health issues on individuals and families, and help individuals, couples, and families find balance and build healthier relationships."

Rebecca Martorella is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is passionate about helping adults navigate life transitions and manage stress and anger to improve their relationships. Rebecca has experience in the field of domestic violence, helping men, women, and couples recognize unhealthy relationship patterns and improve emotional regulation and communication to build stronger relationships. Her prior experience in the business world provides her with a strong understanding of the stressors of both corporate and home environments that many adults and couples juggle.

Rebecca earned her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Fairfield University. Rebecca has worked with domestic violence victims and perpetrators. She takes an empathetic, non-judgmental approach and tailors her treatment approach to fit each client, using solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and family systems therapy.

Life can give us challenges that overwhelm us, bringing up emotions and fears that leave us feeling stuck. Rebecca can help you navigate through these difficult times and gain new perspectives and techniques to cope in the moment and set yourself up for long-term success. If you are ready to speak with someone, schedule an appointment with Rebecca today.

ollettia is a Licensed professional counselor specializing in helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. She has several years’ experience working with individuals, couples, and families with varying diagnoses. Whether you are experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or just feeling stuck, Kollettia can help guide you to get your life back on track. She empowers her clients to see their strength and work towards their goals and desires. She offers a safe, confidential space to work collaboratively to process challenging issues.

Kollettia has a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Fordham university. She is able to treat clients with difficulties ranging from transitions, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, and co-occurring substance misuse through approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness.

Mental health impacts your physical health, relationships, work performance, and inner peace. Do not ignore how impactful it can be to get help. Improving your mental health changes your life and the lives of others around you. Kollettia would like to help you create a plan for long term wellbeing.