Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Melissa Holznagel, LCSW, MEd, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Connecticut. She attended Ottawa University for her bachelor’s degree in general education and her master’s degree in special education. Melissa obtained her master’s degree in social work from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.
Melissa has experience in various capacities working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. She has a deep level of understanding children’s emotional development and behavior. She started her career working in education as a Special Education Teacher, General Education teacher, pre-school teacher, and an In Home service provider for children with special needs. Melissa’ clinical experience has included working within the community supporting adolescents, young adults, and adults. She enjoys working with children, adolescents, and adults using a variety of treatment techniques and strategies. Melissa loves watching her clients transform over time to becoming their best selves and living their lives to the fullest extent.
Melissa is passionate about affirming, compassionate and supportive care where she will meet you where you are to support your mental health journey and needs. Melissa is non-judgmental, empathetic, and engaging to all who walk through her doors. She is dedicated to utilizing a strengths-based, client centered approach to support you in identifying and working towards your specific goals. Melissa has completed many LGBTQIA+ affirmative trainings, including Affirmative Care for Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming People, and Creating a Trans-affirming and Inclusive Environment. Melissa utilizes the treatment approaches of dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), play or art therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
In her spare time Melissa enjoys watching her favorite TV shows, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.
Melissa Offers:
Individual counseling for children, adolescents, young adults, and adults.
Neurocognitive Developmental Disorders: ADHD, ASD, Intellectual Development disorderBipolar and related disorders
Anxiety disorders, Depressive disorders, Stress, or trauma-related disorders.Issues related to suicidality, and self- harm.
Anger IssuesLife skills, social skills, communication issues
Dr. Bido Aguessy, Psy. D. is a clinical psychologist, a licensed professional counselor associate, and a spiritual care specialist. With a lifelong love of learning, he has many degrees and accomplishments. He graduated with a doctorate in psychology from the Graduate Theological Foundation in Mishawka, IN. Dr. Aguessy was passionate about learning about the intersection of spirituality with psychology and continued his theological training at New Brunswick Theological Seminary and JFK Medical center in NJ.
His early clinical work included supporting patients in their early stage of disability at the Kessler Institute of Rehabilitation in NJ. In addition, most of his research and clinical work is concentrated on End of Life, palliative care, grief and loss. Dr. Aguessy has worked as a grief counselor for the Connecticut Hospice. Dr. Aguessy has also worked as a counselor at Hartford Hospital, University of Connecticut Health, Trinity Health of New England, and Athena Health.
Dr. Bido Aguessy works with adolescents and adults that are experiencing trauma, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), depression, anxiety, grief, mood disorders, and anger. He also works with the adults in the areas of geriatric depression and end of life. Dr. Aguessy’s holistic philosophy includes working with the whole family and the individual to necessitate change and growth.
As theologian, he integrates spirituality in his clinical approach. Dr. Aguessy is well-versed in psychological methods of Depth Psychology, Jungian psychology, and logo therapy. He also works within a family systems perspective and is culturally sensitive. He is the author of a few therapeutic methods, like the Seven-week grief group therapy. Dr. Aguessy is also a published author of the book “Let’s Talk about the End of Life Psychotherapy. “
Dr. Aguessy is a fluent speaker of English, French, Ewe, Mina, and Fon languages.
Dr. Aguessy provides:
Individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults
Patricia obtained her PhD in clinical psychology at the Universidad Central de Venezuela in Caracas in 2002. Soon after she completed her training she was hired to provide clinical assessments, diagnostic evaluations, crisis interventions, and therapy to immigrant children and families at Clifford Beers Community Care Center. In 2011 Patricia was promoted to Program Manager for all Trauma Services. In 2013, after she obtained her LCSW she became faculty at Southern Connecticut State University where she has been teaching a clinical practicum class to MSW candidates.
In 2016 she joined the Yale Pediatric Primary Care Center and in addition to providing clinical services to children and families, she provided clinical training to medical students and residents. Patricia facilitated psychoeducation groups for Latino and Refugee families. She also provided advocacy in collaboration with the Medical Legal Partnership. Patricia is a bilingual-bicultural trained in psychodynamics and she is certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Areas of expertise include work with children, adolescents and families affected by trauma, parent-child attachment, conflict resolution, parenting, acculturation and adjustment issues, grief and coping with living with complex medical diagnosis. Patricia is certified in Seminar Field Instruction (SIFI) and she has over 12 years of experience supervising MSW students and post master social work professionals.
Chris is a Licensed Psychologist and Behavior Analyst with over 15 years of school-based and outpatient experience working with children and adolescents in multiple settings. He holds a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Georgia State University and a Doctorate in School Psychology from the University of South Florida.
Chris specializes in collaborative behavioral problem-solving with tween and teen caregivers, in both group and individual settings, to address difficulties related to ADHD, Autism, trauma, depression, anxiety, and disruptive behaviors.
His therapeutic approach blends aspects of Trauma-Informed Positive Behavior Supports (PBS), Psychoeducation, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). He believes families thrive best when parents embrace their role as an "emotion coach" rather than a referee, super-fan, or spectator. Chris has experience in general, special, therapeutic, and faith-based education settings as well as pediatric and recreational contexts. He is a leader in a clinical day school and has taught graduate-level psychology courses at Purdue Global and UCONN.
Outside of work, Chris is a husband and father of two growing-and-always-going boys. Together, they enjoy hiking and canoeing on their local lake, playing soccer, and weekly movie nights and pancake breakfasts.
Chris offers:
Parenting and family sessions for children and teen families
Behavioral consulting for children and teens with challenging behaviors
Octavia Francis earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Psychology from Central Connecticut State University and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Post University.
She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in school and intensive outpatient (IOP) settings, supporting individuals facing a wide range of behavioral and mental health challenges. Octavia is passionate about empowering clients to regain control of their lives and move toward meaningful, fulfilled living.
Her therapeutic style is grounded in collaboration, trust, and genuine connection. She strives to create a safe, respectful space where clients feel heard and supported. Recognizing the uniqueness of each individual, Octavia tailors’ treatment to meet specific needs. She draws from evidence-based modalities including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy to create individualized treatment plans targeting both immediate concerns and long-term goals.
Central to her practice is fostering self-awareness and building a practical set of coping skills. Octavia emphasizes goal-directed treatment with accountability measures, allowing clients to track their progress throughout the process. Because real change happens beyond the therapy room, she focuses on developing structured strategies for the application of skills in everyday life. Her goal is to help clients cultivate sustainable coping mechanisms, resilience, and measurable growth in overall functioning.
Outside of her professional work, Octavia runs a home baking business and enjoys reading, traveling, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Services Provided:
Individual counseling for children, adolescents, and adults.
All inclusive/communities, including LGBTQ+
Anxiety, depression and trauma
Life transitions/adjustments (wide spectrum), crisis intervention, anger management, and Personality Disorders
Communication, relationship, attachment and family problems
Mike is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with experience providing individual and group therapy to adults across a range of clinical presentations. He earned his Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sacred Heart University, where he cultivated a deep understanding of the connection between emotional wellness, behavioral health, and personal growth.
Mike specializes in treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and substance use disorders, with a particular focus on helping individuals navigate recovery, foster self-discovery, and reconnect with their sense of purpose. His clinical experience includes work in both community and private-practice settings, supporting clients through co-occurring disorders, grief, adjustment-related stress, and self-esteem concerns. Mike has clinical experience working with kids, teens, and adults.
Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Person-Centered Therapy, Mike integrates an approach deeply influenced by the analytical psychology of Carl Jung, particularly the exploration of archetypes, shadow work, and the process of individuation. He blends these Jungian concepts with his own person-centered, self-development framework to help clients cultivate self-awareness, emotional regulation, and meaningful alignment between their inner and outer lives. His philosophy centers on meeting clients where they are and guiding them toward a greater sense of authenticity, balance, and purpose.
Outside of his clinical work, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, exploring creative outlets, and engaging in ongoing personal and professional development. He is passionate about helping individuals uncover resilience, rediscover meaning, and create purposeful, balanced lives.
Specialties include:
Individual therapy for kids, teens, and adults
Anxiety Disorders (Generalized, Social, and Phobias)
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