At The Shoreline Therapy Center, we provide therapy and counseling that not only begins in the therapist’s office but also extends throughout the person’s life. We treat our clients in real, relatable terms — no psychobabble allowed — with sensitivity, care and privacy.
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Child & Adolescent Therapy
Our approach always includes the family. Usually, we begin the therapy with a session just with the parents followed by three-to-four sessions with the…
Individual Adult Therapy
We believe the most critical step in therapy is determining the right fit between the individual and therapist. When a client begins with us, we schedule a meeting...
Family Therapy
Our goal in family therapy is to take what is in many situations a dysfunctional family and to turn it into a functional family. A systems approach is particularly relevant for...
Couples Therapy
We believe the most important factor is finding a “safe place” where the couple can work on key issues. This allows us to “dig deep” and get to the underlying factors affecting...
Co-Facilitated Therapy
We often employ co-facilitated therapy across all of our practice areas as the situation warrants. At The Center our team approach allows us the advantage...
One-on-One Coaching
We offer one-on-one coaching either to supplement any type of our therapies or on a stand-alone basis. Our coaches are adept at helping individuals deal with the obstacles...
Executive Functioning
Executive functioning helps manage all of life’s tasks. It is the ability to plan, adapt, manage time, have organizational skills, multi-task, and use self-control...
The Connections Program
The Connections Program is built upon the concepts of teamwork and community integration. Using a team-based approach, the client will meet with an individual therapist, family therapist, care coordinator, and connections coach.
The Connections Difference fills the void in therapeutic services by providing a continuum of care.
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We work with a wide range of mental health conditions |
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Team based approach with our providers and your family |
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Aim to achieve functional independence |
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Multi-disciplinary approach to treatment |
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Focuses on both the individual and their community |
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Bridge the gaps in treatment options |
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Areas of Expertise: below please find some of our key strengths.
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A Guide to Building Happy, Healthy Sleep Habits
Sleep is a fundamental aspect of our lives. It plays a crucial role in our physical health, mental well-being, and overall quality of life. Yet, many of us struggle to get the restful sleep we need. The following blog post will explore the importance of sleep and...
Raising Awareness on Mental Health this Hispanic Heritage Month
¡Feliz mes de la herencia hispana! Or Happy Hispanic Heritage month! Hispanic Heritage month goes from September 15-October 15th, however the need for mental health awareness is all year round. Mental distress and disorders continue to rise in the Hispanic community...
How to include Self-Care this School Year
Self-care is truly the best care! Whether it’s for elementary-aged kids, middle and high school teens, or college students, all types of students need time for themselves. Sometimes self-care may feel like needing to spend money, but the little things can also make a...
How to Support Your Child’s Transition from School to Summer
Transitioning from school to summer can be challenging for children, especially those with learning or behavioral challenges. Parents and caregivers play a significant role in providing support and structure during this time to ensure a smooth and enjoyable transition...
Boundary Setting with Parents is TOTALLY Appropriate
Yes, read the title again: boundary setting with family and relatives is TOTALLY appropriate. For someone who has struggled with poor boundaries with her family, especially parents, saying that out loud is weird but feels good! Boundary setting with our parents is...
How DBT Emotion Regulation Skills Became A Staple In My Coping Skills Toolbox
How many scenarios can we think of in our lives where we reacted to something based on our emotions at that moment? How did that go for you? Did it solve the situation, or did it make things worse? I can probably say, the majority of the times I have acted on my...
Teens and Suicide
The term teenage suicide brings up lots of different emotions. Fear, panic, grief, confusion, shock and even disbelief. The Connecticut Shoreline Community has tragically lost a number of its teens to suicide. How could someone so young end their life? As adults, we need to manage these strong emotional reactions…