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We have therapists available to work with all ages. We hold licensure in several states: Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont and Maine. Our therapists have formed a collaborative and caring team at Just Breathe. Please reach out today and let us know how we can help you.
Kerry earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Sacred Heart University and a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University. She is licensed in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Vermont and Maine. She is a Connecticut Guardian-Ad-Litem and a certified divorce / family mediator. She is a National Emergency Responder and Public Safety Center (NERPSC) certified clinician, as well as a National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) approved clinician. She is a qualified expert in animal assisted therapy and EMDR trained. She honors the unique path of her clients and has created a safe place to enhance well-being as the owner of Just Breathe. Compassion and authenticity are at the core of her practice.
Mary Kay earned a Bachelor's degree in Human Services from University of Connecticut and a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Springfield College. She has vast experience with children and families; her current work focuses on elementary and middle school children. She believes in the power of play and creative expression within the therapeutic space. Her therapeutic style is fun and engaging; her therapy sessions focus on hands on activities that help children make sense of the world around them. She has been trained in Circle of Security and Triple P, Positive Parenting Program.
Merle earned a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services and Sociology from Simmons College and a Master’s degree in social work from Rutgers University. Merle has 35 years of experience that has encompassed work in education, family service agencies and child guidance settings, including over 20 years in public schools. She has worked with a culturally diverse population and with children experiencing anxiety, executive functioning difficulties, social skills challenges and adjustment to changes in family situations. Merle has first-hand knowledge of educational systems which allows her to help families navigate and understand how to utilize school resources. She believes that children and families do well when given the tools and skills they need to thrive. She works to provide those tools and strategies through skill based interactive activities that include creative play, artistic expression, use of literature, directed game based activities, and mindful practices. Merle is trained as a mindful educator and has completed ADHD-Certified Clinical Service Provider Training.
Jen earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Western Connecticut State University and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University. She has experience working with a diverse population ranging in age and background in both individual and group settings. She utilizes a variety of clinical interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to treat mental health and substance use disorders. She meets her patients where they are at on their therapeutic journey and does so with empathy. She values patient autonomy in working towards their goals.
Chitra earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Madras; a Master's degree in Clinical Child Psychology from Anglia Ruskin University; a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University. She is multilingual (speaking Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Urdu, Punjabi) and has worked for more than half a decade as a mental health professional serving a diverse population across the world. She utilizes a strength-based perspective and a holistic approach to promote self-advocacy, build resiliency, and create a safe emotional space for individual and couples clients.
Jordanne earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University and a Master's degree in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University. She specializes in working with individuals and couples navigating life transitions, life stress and mood disorders. Her goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel seen, heard and valued for who they are. Utilizing psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and a holistic approach she helps clients develop the tools and insights needed to face life's challenges.
Sarah is working towards her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and is our invaluable practice assistant. She assists with client communication, scheduling, claims processing and generally keeping the morale up! She is always here to support our clients behind the scenes.