Erika Viara

I am a licensed professional counselor that has been in the field for over 20 years. I have been licensed for 16 years and have a strong background in indovidual therapy utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and a whole person approach.

I offer a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and safe exploring the challenges that may be keeping you feeling stuck.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood concerns, loss, addictions, relationship challenges, stress, and life transitions . My goal is to walk alongside you as you gain greater insight, build on your strengths, and move toward a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and aligned with who you want to be.

I have been licensed for over 16 years in the state of Connecticut. I have my masters degree in clinical counseling psychology. For over 20 years, I have worked as an individual therapist, inoatient and out patie t settings for Yale medical school among other settings.

I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship, where we focus on your goals with attention to the connection between the mind and body, to identify barriers and discover pathways toward meaningful change.

I have an open style of communication during therapy. A conversational style therapy, active listening, motivational interviewing, cognitive, behavioral therapy, positive psychology, and solution based therapy.

Clients can expect from our first session that we have an open communication of what's happening currently in their life, what the presenting situations are they want to focus on and to get to know each other at a pace they are comfortable