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I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow at your own pace....
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I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered to grow at your own pace.
I am a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical with over 25 years of experience helping individuals heal, grow, and thrive. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and life transitions. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, offering a calm, supportive space where clients can feel empowered to find balance, build resilience, and make meaningful changes in their lives.
I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University. My approach integrates evidence-based practices with a person-centered focus, meeting each client where they are. I help clients build self-awareness, manage emotions, and develop practical tools for growth and well-being.
I strive to create a warm and welcoming space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. Together, we’ll explore challenges, strengthen resilience, and foster personal growth. I invite you to take the next step toward healing and lasting positive change.
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My goal as a Therapist is always to support the dignity of each client, while encouraging openness, emotional awareness, and healt...
My goal as a Therapist is always to support the dignity of each client, while encouraging openness, emotional awareness, and healthy problem-solving.
Janine Hitchens Parker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has more than 24 years of experience working to help teens, adults, and seniors who are suffering from low self-esteem, depression, loss, addiction, illness, anxiety, and difficult life transitions.
She completed her Master's degree at the Hunter College Graduate School of Social Work in New York City. After moving to Connecticut, Janine earned her Social Worker's license. She also completed her SIFI certification as a Field Instructor. Janine's clinical approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based practices, existential therapy, and more.
Janine has helped many clients deal with concerns or conditions related to all types of situations or experiences; she knows how to help. She feels it has been her privilege to help people make sense of difficult circumstances, and find a way forward that works for each person. Through individualized care, Janine will assist you in setting and achieving the goals you have in mind.
As a woman of color and ally, I understand the importance of being heard and understood, especially during the difficult times we ...
As a woman of color and ally, I understand the importance of being heard and understood, especially during the difficult times we are facing in our society today.
Jewell Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience supporting individuals through emotional, behavioral, and crisis-related challenges. She has worked extensively with clients experiencing severe mental health concerns, guiding them with compassion, clarity, and skill. Jewell’s collaborative, person-centered approach has consistently helped her build strong therapeutic relationships while promoting safety, resilience, and emotional well-being across diverse populations.
Jewell earned her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Mercy College. She incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and rational emotive behavioral therapy to support healing from trauma and help clients navigate emotional symptoms, strengthen coping skills, and create lasting change.
Jewell is passionate about helping clients feel seen, safe, and empowered in their healing process. She provides a warm and supportive environment for growth, focusing on building trust and developing tailored strategies to meet each individual’s needs. Her goal is to walk alongside clients as they move forward with clarity, confidence, and hope.
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Yes, there are therapists who help with anger via Anger management therapy. It’s a therapeutic process that an individual goes through to manage their anger and identify its triggers. They’re given clear instructions on how to improve their angry behavior as well as a safe space for opening up about their emotions.
Once an individual’s triggers are identified, anger management therapy focuses on helping the individual process and respond to these emotions in a more positive and productive manner. The anger management therapist will provide coping strategies and ultimately help their client take back control of their anger.
The five keys to mastering anger include identifying triggers, pausing before reacting, calmly expressing emotions, discovering constructive outlets for frustration, and seeking professional assistance if necessary. Acquiring these skills through Anger management therapy empowers individuals to effectively manage and navigate their anger.
The best therapy for anger management often involves cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps individuals identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior related to anger.
Anger management therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Often, Anger management therapy lasts between 4-6 weeks. However, it can last longer, dependent on the individual’s needs.
If you have anger issues, there is nothing to be ashamed of. We all struggle with something, be it anger issues, stress management, a mental illness, relationship issues, or something else entirely. We all have our own things to work on! And you might find that a counselor or therapist can help you achieve the desired results.
The licensed counselors at Thriveworks Counseling in Fairfield, CT help their clients manage their anger issues. If you struggle with anger issues, our anger experts will help you better understand where your anger stems from and assist you with reacting to enraging circumstances in a healthier manner. This might sound like a difficult task now, but your anger management counselor will guide and support you through this process. Reach out today for help.
Anger management counseling aims to help people understand and work through their anger. It’s as simple as that. For example, your Thriveworks counselor can help you understand your triggers, such as:
It’s okay to feel angry, as a result of the above triggers or other triggers. However, the way that you react and express your emotions is what you need to pay attention to. For example, if you react to maddening circumstances by inciting violence or picking fights with other people, you are not responding to your anger in a healthy way. While you shouldn’t internalize this anger, you should find a way to process your emotions and express them in a better way. We know it’s easier said than done, that’s why Thriveworks Counseling in Fairfield offers anger management counseling.
Anger management counseling will give you a clear direction for better understanding and expressing your anger. Your counselor will be sure to provide you with the safe, comfortable space that you need to open up about your feelings and make progress in therapy. Additionally, they will evaluate your angry tendencies to then provide you with examples of more productive responses to anger.
Anger management counseling can incorporate different therapeutic techniques into your treatment plan, which will work together to help you develop healthier ways for dealing with your anger. These techniques can include:
Anger is a powerful and sometimes scary emotion. It can frighten those who experience it as well as those on the receiving end of the anger. If you feel like you’ve let your anger take over and affect your closest relationships or your work, consider working with an anger expert who can help you gain control again.
If you’re interested in the benefits you could find in anger management counseling or therapy, know that you’re already in the right place! Thriveworks Counseling in Fairfield is here to help, and we can get you in for your first appointment as soon as this week. That’s right, we offer…
Thriveworks Counseling in Fairfield also offers a wide variety of mental health services, including cognitive behavioral therapy, depression therapy, anxiety therapy, marriage counseling, and stress management counseling. Whenever you’re ready to schedule your appointment, give us a call at (203) 433- 3563. We’re excited to hear from you.
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