Ruta mcpartland, lmft
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Connecticut
I am happy you’re here
I have always been fascinated by people.
Behaviors, thoughts, emotions, relationships, generational family influences, community… all of it contributes to who we are. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I focus on all the aspects of what makes you, your authentic self and may be contributing to current symptoms or patterns that keep you stuck.
I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable opening up and exploring feelings and thoughts you may have been pushing away for a long time as they finally need your attention.
In my work with clients I focus on exploring deep wounds that keep us stuck through attachment and the narrative we carry. Together we explore the current narrative you have and help you move beyond what has limited you so far. I assist you in focusing on your strengths as we work through the hard stuff. I will not tell you to "move on" , "get over it" , or "just do it"...you hear it enough. I will work with you to embrace your feelings and increase coping skills to manage life's difficulties. I will be a human along side you on this healing journey.
My approach is based in Narrative Therapy, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My clinical experience includes working at an outpatient mental health clinic with individuals ages 6+, couples, and families. And working at a hospital serving adolescents and families in an IOP/PHP setting providing individual, family, and group therapy.
I adjust the pace of treatment to each individual based on their needs. I believe therapy is a collaboration between the client and the therapist.
Let's be curious together.
I would be honored to support you in living your best life.
