Shona Maddocks, LCSW — Therapist in Connecticut

Hi there, I'm Shona!

I work with adults ages 20 and up, including Seniors. I specialize in assisting adults who are coping with anxiety, depression, grief, and loss (including pet loss), using theoretical approaches that have demonstrated effectiveness.

My focus

My style and approach are a good fit for adults facing life transitions involving personal growth and loss. Changes can be frightening and overwhelming and can cause many emotions, including sadness. I assist and support clients to move through these challenges and cope with their emotions.

My approach

My therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which guides us in identifying the relationship between your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. I use Psychodynamic Theory to raise awareness of unconscious thoughts influencing behavior, and Family Systems Theory to identify patterns based on your family as a system.

My communication style

My communication style is focused, attentive, and non-judgmental. It is important to me that my clients feel safe and comfortable talking about what they want and need to share.

My journey to mental healthcare

I knew I wanted to become a therapist from an early age. Initially, I liked being there for people as a trusted friend and confidant. As time went on, I developed an interest in understanding what made people who they are today. I am passionate about assisting clients to identify and change areas of their lives that no longer serve them.

My goals for you

My approach to goal setting is to work with my clients and assist them in identifying what they want to change. Some clients already know what they want; others need support and guidance to determine their goals. Once goals are determined, we will progress at the client's own pace and track progress until goals are met.

Our first session

The first session is an opportunity to meet and get a sense of my style and our fit. For clients who have not been in therapy previously, the first session can be misleading. In addition to us meeting, I will also be asking a lot of questions that will inform me on how to proceed with your care.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Spiritual, Non-denominational

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Lesbian

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Meritain
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Connecticut.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Shona Maddocks