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Professional Counseling Services in West Hartford, CT
As a licensed professional counselor and psychotherapist, I have dedicated my practice to helping individuals, couples, and families achieve personal growth and emotional well-being. With specialized training in Gestalt Body Centered Psychotherapy and trauma-informed care through the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals, I address complex issues such as sex and love addiction, adult and childhood trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach prioritizes creating a safe, accepting environment where clients receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs. Over the years, I have developed expertise in uncovering long-standing behavioral patterns and guiding clients toward meaningful life changes.

My practice integrates evidence-based techniques with compassionate support, focusing on resolving past difficulties while equipping clients with practical tools for present and future challenges. By emphasizing self-awareness and emotional resilience, I empower clients to break free from destructive cycles and cultivate fulfilling relationships. My commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development ensures clients receive care grounded in both experience and the latest advancements in mental health treatment. This dedication to excellence has established my practice as a trusted resource for individuals seeking transformative therapeutic support in Connecticut.
Services
Individual Counseling Couples Therapy Family Counseling Sex Addiction Recovery Trauma Counseling Parenting Support Anxiety Treatment Depression Therapy Career Counseling Grief Support
Highlights and features
  • We offer specialized training in treating sex and love addiction through evidence-based methodologies.
  • Our practice provides personalized therapeutic approaches tailored to each client's unique needs.
  • We maintain a safe and accepting environment for emotional exploration and growth.
  • Our therapist holds Connecticut state licensure with extensive experience in trauma-informed care.
  • We integrate Gestalt Body Centered Psychotherapy with modern mental health treatment techniques.
Associations and certifications
  • International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized therapy sessions address depression, anxiety, and life challenges through Gestalt Body Centered Psychotherapy. This approach helps clients understand behavioral patterns and develop coping strategies for emotional growth. Sessions focus on integrating mind-body awareness to resolve past traumas and create lasting positive change.
Couples Therapy
Specialized relationship counseling addresses communication issues and intimacy problems in partnerships. The practice helps couples navigate conflicts, rebuild trust, and develop healthier interaction patterns using trauma-informed techniques. Sessions focus on creating mutual understanding and strengthening emotional connections through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Sex Addiction Recovery
Specialized treatment for sex and love addiction combines Gestalt therapy with trauma resolution techniques. The program addresses underlying causes of addictive behaviors while developing healthier coping mechanisms. Clients receive targeted support for rebuilding relationships and establishing balanced emotional regulation patterns through structured recovery frameworks.
Trauma Counseling
Trauma-informed therapy addresses adult and childhood trauma using body-centered psychotherapy techniques. The practice helps clients process distressing experiences while developing grounding strategies for emotional regulation. Treatment focuses on resolving long-term effects of traumatic events through a combination of cognitive and somatic therapeutic approaches.
Family Counseling
Family therapy sessions improve communication patterns and resolve intergenerational conflicts through systemic approaches. The practice addresses parenting challenges and relationship dynamics while promoting emotional healing across family members. Sessions focus on establishing healthier boundaries and fostering mutual understanding within family systems using evidence-based therapeutic frameworks.
People
John E. Mancini, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
John E. Mancini is a Connecticut-licensed professional counselor with specialized training in trauma and addiction treatment. He employs Gestalt Body Centered Psychotherapy to help clients achieve emotional growth and lasting behavioral change through personalized therapeutic approaches.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I primarily use Gestalt Body Centered Psychotherapy combined with trauma-informed techniques to address emotional and behavioral patterns.
Do you specialize in specific treatment areas?
Yes, I specialize in trauma recovery, sex addiction treatment, relationship counseling, and mental health therapy for anxiety and depression.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Appointment scheduling details aren't specified in the provided text - please contact the office for availability information.
What insurance plans do you accept?
Please contact your insurance provider directly to verify mental health coverage details and out-of-network benefits.
How long are therapy sessions?
Session duration information isn't explicitly stated in the provided text - contact the office for specific details.
Is online counseling available?
The text doesn't specify teletherapy options - please contact the office to inquire about virtual counseling availability.