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Mental Health Counselor / Therapist in Avon, CT

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Jeanne C Folks, D.Min, LPC

Jeanne C Folks, D.Min, LPC | Mental Health Counselor / Therapist photo
Individual, Couples and Group Psychotherapy
EFT & EMDR
With more than 30 years of clinical experience, my clients (adults, couples and groups) tell me they most appreciate my patience, insight and good humor. I believe deeply in my clients' abilities to find their truth when met with skill and honesty offered without judgment.

Many come people come to me with trauma-based issues. It is essential for fear and frustration to be addressed in ways that are both effective and tolerable. I often use EMDR as well as EFT - Meridian Tapping and Mindfulness Practices to help clients move through painful memories and/or negative, limiting self-beliefs which get in the way of high performance and joyful living.

I do not practice "cookie cutter" therapy - each client is unique in his or her needs. The first thing I do with each person is listen. Then, together, we work out a plan that will meet your needs in the safest, most respectful and efficient way possible.
Education/Training
Doctor of Ministry with a concentration in Counseling from The School of Theology at Claremont,
Claremont, CA
CPE Internship at Atascadeo State Hospital
CPE Residency at Hartford Hospital

Mind-Body-Spirit Medicine Professional Training Program
Center for Mind-Body Medicine, Washington, DC, Basic 2003,
Advanced Certificate 2004

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
EMDRIA approved training, Level I 1995, Level II 1997
EMDRIA certified EMDR Practitioner
Bio
I have dedicated my life to the development of skills and insight to assist in emotional healing and the reaching of human potential.

I have taught Social Psychology, The Psychology of Loving Relationships, Lifespan Development and The Psychology of Death & Dying at CCSU as well as Principles of Clinical Medicine and Mind-Body Medicine at UCONN School of Medicine. Teaching informs my clinical work and keeps me up to date with the latest research and wisdom in my field.

Through my work in private practice, teaching, mentoring of interns and offering consultation to clinical, medical and legal professionals, my work stays fresh and dynamic. I enjoy what I do and feel privileged for the trust that clients and colleagues alike place in me.
Memberships
National Board of Forensic Counselors - Certified Addictions Counselor

National Board of Medical Hypnosis - Certified Medical Hypnotherapist

Research and Clinical Affiliate of the National Association for the Advancement of Psychoanalysis

Clinical Member - International Institute of Traumatic Stress Studies
Payments Accepted
Cash, check, insurance (out of network)
Hours:Day, evening and Saturday appts.
License:CT #000152
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Therapy  Life and Wellness Coaching
 Anger Management  Life Transitions
 Anxiety and Panic  Loneliness
 Caregiver Issues  Marriage Counseling
 Couples  Men's Issues
 Depression  Premarital Counseling
 Divorce  Relationship Issues
 Eating Disorders  Self-Esteem Issues
 Gifted / Talented Issues  Stress Management
 Grief and Loss  Trauma and PTSD
 Group Therapy  Women's Issues
 Hypnotherapy  Work and Career Issues
Licenses/Certifications
 Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
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