Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Hamden, CT

Feeling some type of way? Need someone in your corner?

Annemarie creates a safe space for clients to explore, heal, and grow at their own pace. She will sit with you in discomfort, laugh with you, and collaborate with you throughout your therapeutic journey.

I come to you with over 20 years of experience working with populations across the life cycle. I have a deep and empathic understanding of challenges and complexities that impact at all stages of life. I specialize in helping adults struggling with anxiety and depression, and experiencing relational issues and difficulties in parenting. I approach each client with an open mind, compassion, and empathy.

I am an incredibly empathetic therapist who's joy is to provide a safe space to my clients. I utilize a variety of counseling theories in order to provide services. I am engaging and inquisitive and enjoy invoking humor within the sessions when appropriate.

I’m Jessica Pena Pardo, a licensed therapist, certified in EMDR, with 10 years of clinical experience. I specialize in integrative treatment for complex trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship issues, self-esteem, and personal growth. My approach combines EMDR, parts work, and evidence-based strategies to create meaningful, lasting change. My style is direct, supportive, and genuine. My goal is not to keep you in therapy forever, but to help you create lasting change.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in with my Master's of Education with a Concentration in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have been practicing for over 8 years and have worked with crisis stabilization, co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, as well as individual therapy.

My specialty focus includes: attachment related issues, trauma, grief recovery, and anxiety and depression spectrum disorders.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Connecticut with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan — from middle school-aged children navigating the challenges of adolescence to adults and elderly clients facing the complexities of everyday life. My broad clinical background has equipped me with a deep understanding of the unique emotional, developmental, and social needs that vary across each stage of life, allowing me to provide thoughtful, age-appropriate care for every client I work with.

I have my Master of Social Work from New York University and have worked in Social Services and Behavioral Healthcare for more than 26 years between New York City and Philadelphia. I offer individual therapy to support my clients in their work to live their best lives, whatever that means to them. I have experience working in inpatient psychiatry and outpatient counseling.

As a social worker, I endeavor to make a strong bond with you and explore your strengths. I will hold a space for you to experience feelings that you may have been putting off or avoiding confronting. I have a calming demeanor and welcoming personality that will put you at ease. Together we can evaluate & explore any issues that may be troubling you.