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Are you hoping to process past trauma, or are you going through a life transition, and feeling your personal life and even closest relationships are suffering? Let's work together!  

I believe therapy should be a place where you can talk openly about the parts of your life that may feel difficult, personal, or even uncomfortable to discuss elsewhere. I specialize in working with women around sexual wellness, intimacy, low desire, sexual shame, relationship concerns, and reconnecting with their bodies and sense of self.  

For over 30 years, I have brought expertise, creativity, enthusiasm, and positive change to individuals and couples I have worked with. To achieve personal goals, effective therapy must bring integration of the physiological, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions of our functioning.  

If life feels heavy right now, you’re not alone. Many people reach out for support when anxiety, relationship struggles, or major life changes begin to feel overwhelming. When challenges stack up, it can be hard to see a clear path forward. We offer a warm, inclusive environment where individuals and couples can explore challenges and begin moving toward the life they want. Our experienced team uses evidence-based approaches to support people working through anxiety, depression, trauma, major life changes, perfectionism, and feelings of shame. We work with children, teens, and adults, and welcome people from all backgrounds and communities. Visit our website or send us an email to schedule an appointment or a free 15-minute consultation. We’ll help you find the therapist who feels like the right fit for you.  

Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential, and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. Our practice style is goal oriented using numerous approaches.  

I believe therapy is most meaningful when you feel genuinely seen, understood, and able to show up as yourself. My approach is warm, collaborative, creative, and grounded in the belief that there is no single way to heal or create change. I work with adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, relationships, life transitions, and the many complicated seasons of being human. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Board Certified Art Therapist, and EMDR therapist, I draw from talk therapy, art and expressive approaches, EMDR, and other experiential methods. You never need to consider yourself “artistic” to benefit from creative work, and we will always shape therapy around what feels useful and authentic to you. I see my role not as someone who has all the answers, but as someone who can help you slow things down, notice patterns, understand yourself more deeply, and discover possibilities that may be difficult to see when you are in the middle of things. Therapy can hold both seriousness and humor, reflection and action, vulnerability and strength. Above all, I hope to create a space where you can be curious about yourself without judgment and where the work feels human, connected, and uniquely yours.  

If you've landed here, welcome! You're reading the bio of a practitioner who exclusively offers EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. Unlike other therapists who may take an EMDR class or two, I am a Certified EMDR Therapist as well as a consultant for other professionals who want to strengthen their skills using this evidence-based modality. I stay actively connected to a national and international network of professionals who are dedicated to EMDR treatment and research; my colleagues describe me as thoughtful in the construction and conceptualization of client treatment goals. They also note that I can effectively integrate EMDR with other modalities as warranted. It's my hope your finding this information will lead you to think EMDR may be the right treatment - and I may be the right therapist - for you!  

I’m Dr. Brittany Ryan-Berzins, a licensed clinical psychologist and Co-Founder of Birch Tree Psychology. For more than two decades, I have had the privilege of helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate periods of emotional difficulty, personal transition, and significant change. My work is grounded in the belief that therapy should offer both a compassionate place to feel understood and a thoughtful path toward meaningful, lasting change. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, and the challenges that accompany major life transitions. I have a particular interest in working with women and adolescent girls as they navigate the complexities of identity, relationships, motherhood, fertility, divorce, and other pivotal stages of life. I also work closely with parents who are seeking a deeper understanding of their child or adolescent and want thoughtful, effective support during challenging periods. My approach is highly individualized and collaborative. I draw from evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and behavioral strategies, while also exploring the ways in which earlier experiences can shape our emotional lives, relationships, and patterns of responding. I believe that meaningful therapy requires looking beyond symptoms to understand the person as a whole—your history, strengths, relationships, values, and aspirations. Many of the clients I work with are thoughtful, capable, and accustomed to managing a great deal on their own. Yet beneath that competence, they may be struggling with self-doubt, perfectionism, an unforgiving inner critic, or the feeling that something in their lives has become increasingly difficult to navigate. Therapy can provide the opportunity to step back, gain perspective, and develop a more compassionate and grounded understanding of yourself. I bring warmth, curiosity, and clinical expertise to each therapeutic relationship. I strive to create an environment that feels comfortable and genuine while maintaining a clear focus on the goals that bring you to therapy. Together, we identify the patterns that may be holding you back, develop practical strategies for navigating the present, and work toward a greater sense of confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. My hope is that therapy becomes more than a place to manage what is difficult. It can be a space to know yourself more deeply, strengthen your relationships, and make intentional choices about the life you want to create. Wherever you are in that process, I would be honored to help you move forward.  

There is nothing like being listened to and understood on a deep level, with genuine interest, unconditional positive regard, congruence, empathy and acceptance. This is what I strive to offer in therapy, as we explore together your hopes and dreams, your losses and regrets, your longings and fears. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming environment where you can truly feel supported,encouraged and empowered  

Have you made time and space for you today? Most of us haven't—and therapy isn't the only way to do it. Consider Holistic Life Coaching instead. As a certified professional coach, I am here to encourage you to take a breath, take a beat to consider who you are, where you are, and if you are feeling satisfaction in your own success. If you aren't, I invite you to have a conversation with yourself about what can be done differently—allow me to moderate that conversation. Together we can help you live into your own definition of success and begin to feel it deeply. To breathe it in and live.  

Life's journey is filled with unexpected twists and turns—stress, anxiety, depression, and moments of feeling utterly overwhelmed. Often, we find our way through these challenges on our own. Yet, there are times when the guidance of a compassionate, licensed psychotherapist can be invaluable in restoring balance and steering your life toward greater fulfillment and joy. As your therapist, I offer more than just interventions; I provide a nurturing space to listen, understand, and actively support your path to well-being.  

My practice is devoted exclusively to Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling. I work with couples who feel stuck in painful patterns—repeating the same arguments, feeling emotionally or sexually disconnected, struggling with conflict about money, or trying to recover after an affair or other betrayal of trust. I meet with couples in-person in my peaceful, private Ridgefield, Connecticut office. This comfortable setting allows couples to step away from everyday distractions and give some of the most important work of their lives the attention it deserves. My approach is active, direct, and compassionate. Rather than simply discussing what went wrong, we identify the negative cycle affecting your relationship and develop practical steps each partner can take to respond differently. I help both people look beyond blame, take meaningful ownership, and begin rebuilding communication, emotional safety, intimacy, and trust. Affair & Betrayal Recovery is an important focus of my practice. I help couples navigate the intense emotions and difficult questions that can follow infidelity while determining whether—and how—the relationship can heal. My specialized work also includes: Certified Discernment Counselor — I offer a structured process for couples in which one partner is leaning out of the relationship while the other is leaning in, helping them gain greater clarity and confidence about the direction of their relationship. AASECT Certified Sex Therapist — I help couples address concerns related to emotional connection, intimate and sexual connection, differences in desire, communication about sex, perimenopause, menopause and andropause changes, and other challenges affecting their sexual relationship. Financial Couples Therapy — I help couples understand and address the relationship patterns, emotions, values, and communication difficulties that can make money a source of conflict or disconnection. My advanced training includes in-person trainings with: Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Gottman for the Gottman Method, Dr. Sue Johnson and George Faller for Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, and Dr. Bill Doherty, The Doherty Approach. Also in-person trainings for the work of mindfulness teachers Pema Chödrön, Kristin Neff, and Christopher Germer. Visit [https://www.kelleyhopkinsalvarez.com](https://www.kelleyhopkinsalvarez.com) to learn more about my services, qualifications, and client testimonials. You may also visit my YouTube channel at [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGaGLogaG1b7dhJjOj5rOw](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoGaGLogaG1b7dhJjOj5rOw) to become familiar with my approach before contacting me. I welcome the opportunity to speak with you about what is happening in your relationship and whether my specialized approach may be the right fit for you.  

Whether you're adjusting to life with a new baby, wondering if your young child is on track developmentally, worried about your child's anxiety, navigating a difficult transition, or feeling stuck in patterns with your teen, you don't have to figure it out alone. I believe that behavior always has meaning. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, I work to understand the experiences, relationships, and developmental needs that may be shaping them. Together, we'll build on your family's strengths while helping your child or teen develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive. I specialize in working with infants and young children, children, and parents. My approach is grounded in attachment, developmental science, and play therapy, creating a space where children feel safe enough to express themselves and parents feel supported rather than judged. I also have specialized training in infant mental health and enjoy working with families during pregnancy, infancy, and the early years to strengthen the parent-child relationship, support healthy development, and address concerns before they become bigger challenges. My goal is for every family to leave therapy with a deeper understanding of themselves and one another, along with practical tools and renewed hope for the future.  

My goal is to assist you to improve the quality of your life. I believe in providing support and acceptance to assist you in feeling safe sharing problems. Being down to earth and approachable are things I strive for. I hope to assist you in finding tools to feel better.  

As a person-centered mental health therapist, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered care that honors the dignity, autonomy, and inherent worth of each individual I serve. I am committed to fostering a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment where healing can flourish, and where clients feel valued, understood, and empowered to create positive change in their lives.  

Guada Psychological is a leading mental health practice serving the diverse Chicagoland community. We provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our name reflects our mission—bringing clarity, healing, and personalized care to every client we serve.  

My mission as a therapist is to help you improve your emotional well-being and give you the tools to enhance your personal relationships and life goals. Offering 24/7 support in the Mount Pleasant and Charleston area. I want to help you get back on your feet.  

You might be someone who has done a lot of inner work already. You understand your patterns, you’ve reflected deeply, and yet something still feels stuck — in your body, your relationships, or your creative life. I work with highly sensitive, creative individuals who are often over-functioning on the outside but carrying a quieter sense of overwhelm, disconnection, or burnout within. Many of the people I work with are navigating anxiety, trauma, relational wounds, or creative blocks, and are looking for a kind of therapy that goes beyond coping skills into something more meaningful and lasting. My approach is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in deep listening. I’m trained in psychodynamic therapy and Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy, which means we pay attention not only to your thoughts and experiences, but also to the subtle, body-based knowing that often holds the next step forward. Rather than rushing insight or forcing change, we create space for something more organic to unfold. I believe healing happens in a space where you feel safe enough to slow down, curious enough to listen inward, and supported enough to be exactly where you are. From there, change tends to come in ways that feel more integrated, more sustainable, and more like your own.  

Our mission is to "Transform Lives and Heal Relationships, 50 minutes at a time." We do this by providing exceptional care throughout our relationship with you. We have a proven track record of success in restoring relationships and healing hearts, minds and bodies. If you are ready to move from where you are to where you want to be, we are the ones you seek.  

As a marriage and family therapist who has been in private practice for over 25 years, I have had the honor of working with amazing and brave clients - some of whom are re-entering therapy after less-than-positive past therapy experiences. Whether you've been in therapy before or never had a single session, my goal is to foster a warm and safe environment just for you.