About:
Kristen Larson-Samalus, LCSW
Kristen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapist and owner of Deepening Connection & Tree of Life Counseling LLC.
We are dedicated to an integrative and multicultural practice that fosters compassionate healing and growth.
In our sessions, we work collaboratively to ignite the potential within you, utilizing methods such as somatic therapy, mindfulness, IFS, CBT, and NVC. These can be used with the alternative with ketamine-assisted psychotherapy if you are open to hearing more.
Life's experiences shape us, and together we can enhance your communication skills, deepen your self-understanding, and develop empathetic problem-solving strategies. We offer personalized treatment options, both individually and in groups, specializing in transitions, trauma, healthy communication.
Additionally, we support individuals and families facing co-occurring disorders and are excited to integrate new approaches, including KAP, IFS, Reiki, Cacao Ceremony, Authentic Relating Games, and Untold Stories into our practice.
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About:
Samuel Evans, LMSW
I am an enthusiastic social worker and am NOW offering Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in partnership with Journey Clinical Inc. I inspire you to work through anxiety, depression, and relational issues, and become more empowered to live the life you want to live. I bring trauma-informed and strengths-based counseling and a positive attitude to my practice. During my sessions, I draw from several therapeutic and evidence-based practice modalities, including ACT, DBT, CBT, and mindfulness, to name a few. Embark on your Journey with me today!
Contact Samuel:
E-mail - samuel.l.evans@zohomail.com
Cell - (860)266-3023
Psychology Today -https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1408641
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuel-evans-lmsw-275617212/
Specializing in Anxiety Treatment, Depression and Couples Therapy
Anxiety
Effective anxiety management involves understanding its roots and using techniques like mindfulness, relaxation exercises, and proper breathing. Dietary adjustments, CBT, Internal Family Systems, group therapy, and lifestyle changes can yield the best results when tailored to the individual and guided by a skilled therapist.
Depression
Our therapeutic approach emphasizing self-awareness and regulation through inner-system exploration, somatic techniques, and collaborative support. The goal is to foster balance and implement small, impactful changes to manage depression. Additionally, the practice offers ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, a scientifically supported, fast-acting treatment for depression relief.
Couples Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is a valuable tool for couples and family counseling, fostering harmony by promoting Self-leadership and addressing internal dynamics. It helps resolve conflicts and improve communication by exploring and integrating the inner parts of each individual.
Trauma
Somatic trauma therapy, ACT, IFS, DBT, and CBT are different models of therapy we use to help people attune to their physical responses to emotional experiences through mindfulness and awareness, enabling them to process trauma and stress effectively.
Getting help for trauma improves quality of life by fostering understanding, emotional management, reconnection with others, and setting achievable goals.