Infidelity, ADHD, Addiction, Relationships, Anxiety, Trauma / PTSD
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Cristina
Cristina Perera is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) that has been working in private practice for over 15 years, working with an eclectic range of adults and seniors, from trauma survivors of 911 and the Sandy Hook shootings, to everyday families looking for support and expert care. She specializes in treating abuse, trauma, depression, family conflict, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, and more.
She earned her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Southern Connecticut State University and has been a Keynote Speaker on behalf of The National Collation for Domestic Violence. Her many years of work with individuals with disabilities have also given her a strong knowledge of helping people on the autism spectrum.
Work together with Cristina to empower yourself to take on new situations and relationships with confidence and newfound understanding. With her help, you can work to achieve your goals and improve your emotional wellbeing, one session at a time. Cristina believes that everyone has individual needs and preferences in therapy, and she works to accommodate as needed.
"I am naturally empathetic and believe every challenge has a solution. "
Get to know Cristina
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I was always interested in helping friends and family with advise.
What types of clients do you work with best?
Clients needing assistance with relationships, marriage, ADHD, and Anxiety.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
Domestic violence victims and survivors, those dealing with infidelity, Anxiety, ADHD, or PTSD.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
To understand and accept who they are and to express needs and preferences in relationships.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
Very friendly and welcoming environment.
What inspires you?
Helping people to believe in themselves and watching people reach their goals and happiness.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
Connection, feeling welcomed and feeling comfortable expressing their needs. Not feeling inhibited to be themselves.
Undivided attention and understanding.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
Knowing they can be honest with me, asking me about my experience and connecting. Most importantly feeling hopeful and recognizing my commitment to help them.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Shopping, exploring new areas.
What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Empathetic.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 20 years
- Graduating institute
- Southern Connecticut State University
- Graduating degree
- Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
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