Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Bridgeport, CT
T F Kerr Counseling was founded on the belief that everyone deserves compassionate, personalized mental health support. With over two decades of experience in social work across hospitals, nursing homes, outpatient clinics, and home care settings, our practice specializes in addressing depression, anxiety, and substance abuse through evidence-based psychotherapy. We serve individuals in Connecticut and Virginia, offering both individual and couples therapy tailored to teenage, adult, and senior populations.Our non-judgmental approach focuses on empowering clients to develop coping strategies, understand their past, and achieve lasting independence. By combining clinical expertise with a commitment to confidentiality, we create a safe space for clients to navigate life's challenges and build fulfilling futures.
Services
Individual Counseling
Group Therapy
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Substance Abuse Counseling
Highlights and features
- We specialize in treating co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders
- Our therapist has 20+ years of clinical experience across diverse healthcare settings
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to individual client needs
- Services available for teenage, adult, and senior populations
- Confidential, non-judgmental environment for safe therapeutic exploration
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized mental health treatment tailored to individual needs. Our licensed therapist works one-on-one with clients to address depression, anxiety, and trauma through evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies, improving emotional regulation, and fostering personal growth in a confidential setting.
Substance Abuse Counseling
Specialized treatment for drug and alcohol addiction. This service addresses both physical dependence and psychological factors through cognitive behavioral therapy and relapse prevention strategies. We help clients understand addiction patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and build sustainable recovery plans for long-term sobriety.
Depression Treatment
Comprehensive care for major depressive disorder and persistent mood disorders. Our approach combines clinical assessment with targeted interventions to address symptoms like loss of interest, sleep disturbances, and emotional distress. Treatment plans incorporate both short-term relief strategies and long-term wellness maintenance techniques.
Anxiety Management
Specialized programs for anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety. We teach practical coping skills through cognitive restructuring and relaxation techniques. The service focuses on reducing physical symptoms, managing worry cycles, and improving daily functioning through structured therapeutic interventions.
Group Therapy
Structured group sessions providing peer support for common mental health challenges. Participants share experiences and learn from others while receiving professional guidance. This service promotes social connection, reduces isolation, and offers multiple perspectives for overcoming personal struggles in a supportive community environment.
People
Tanesha Freeman-Kerr
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
With over 20 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings, Tanesha Freeman-Kerr specializes in treating mental health and substance abuse disorders. Her practice focuses on empowering clients through personalized care that addresses both immediate challenges and long-term wellness goals.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide individual and couples therapy for depression, anxiety, and substance abuse disorders, with specialized treatment for co-occurring conditions.
Do you accept insurance?
Please contact our office directly to discuss insurance options and payment arrangements for mental health services.
What is co-occurring disorder treatment?
This specialized approach addresses both mental health symptoms and substance abuse issues simultaneously through integrated therapeutic interventions.
Are emergency services available?
For urgent mental health crises, please contact 988 Lifeline or visit the nearest emergency room. Our regular services operate during standard business hours.
What age groups do you work with?
Our counseling services are available for teenage clients, adults, and senior populations seeking mental health support.
