Scott M Trefny
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut with over 25 years of clinical experience. I have an eclectic background working in residential treatment facilities, psychiatric hospital settings and private practices.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut with over 25 years of clinical experience.
I believe everyone has their own special path to wellness and many struggle to find that path. I will assist you to, manage your negative emotions, increase your self esteem, challenge and re frame your unhelpful thoughts and find your own way to a better life. Therapy can be a great way to connect with someone who has your best interest in mind, who is there just for you. I will talk openly open mental health issues because so many people are managing them in one way or another. You are far from alone with your issues so understand that there is a way to work on them in a comfortable setting.
First session
You can expect a fairly up front conversation about who you are, what you struggle with, what your strengths are and what you would like to achieve in counseling. You will meet a therapist in me that will try different ways to make a connection with you. You can expect to share at your own pace, to make goals at your own pace and to talk with a professional who has made it his life's work to assist others to improve the quality of their life and relationships.
Strengths
I try not to complicate things too much. I have learned the theories and best practices in the field of mental health counseling. However, theory does not improve lives. I have learned how to create a safe comfortable environment for you to talk as well as work on the goals of objectives of your choice. If you want to grow as a person, you have come to the right place. We will work together to improve your mental health, talk about your issues, improve your wellness and become more aware of your emotional self.
Ideal clients
I am trained to help almost anyone with many mental health issues. I have worked with those diagnosed with major psychiatric disabilities, men with anger issues, anyone who struggles with anxiety and negative rumination. Life comes at you pretty fast and your mind does its best to process incoming stimuli. I can assist you to slow things down, be more mindful of your moods, thoughts and ways develop skills to make better decisions. Learn to cope with your fear, your anger, your discomfort when talking to others and learn to cope with your emotions instead of running away from them.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mental health symptoms are made worse by faulty thoughts and poor choices. Unhelpful thinking can amplify feelings of helplessness, anxiety and negative self talk. Allow me to assist you to an alternative view of yourself and the world around you so you can have a better quality of life.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions17 Berkshire Rd, Newtown, CT 06482
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- ConnecticutLicense 46.003800
- New YorkLicense 005332