Ariel Perkins (She/her)

LCSW
Accepting Clients

Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering individual supportive psychotherapy virtually.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut

Services
  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

So many of us feel like we struggle every day to survive through life. We might feel lost, unhappy, stressed or exhausted from our own self-doubts or the roadblocks that are thrown at us. Finding and accepting yourself is not always an easy task and sometimes we all need a little help. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, self-doubts, low self-esteem, mood regulation, and challenging behaviors. I help my clients to embrace who they are and use healthy skills.

My Background and Approach

I offer supportive supportive psychotherapy using a strengths based approach and interventions personalized for each client. Specializing in treating anxiety, depression and trauma related disorders, I provide a welcoming and safe space for self-expression and change to help my clients embrace their emotions and build a life worth living. During sessions I often use a mix of therapy modalities and intervention to best fit my client. I have experience with providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I use components from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychoanalytic, and many more!

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that everyone deserves to be happy and to live their best life, whatever that may look like. I value being open-minded and empathetic. In the past I have participated in events to encourage gender and sexual orientation inclusivity, I have engaged in activities to prevent domestic violence and sexual abuse, as well as feminist movements and women's rights.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Other Techniques
  • Addiction Counseling
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Depression
  • Insomnia
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 6 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $50 - 100/session

Reach out to Ariel