LGBT therapists in Hartford, CT

Latrica Conner is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Latrica completed her master’s degree in nursing at St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing specializing in their psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program. Latrica has over 20 years experience working in the mental health field.

Simple Intentions Counseling LLC looks for client's that are insightful, curious, and ready to explore the deeper layers of their emotional life. They may be struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, relationship patterns, or a persistent feeling of being “stuck.” They want clarity, self-acceptance, and tools to manage their emotions — but more than that, they want to understand why they feel the way they do. They’re not afraid to be challenged and are open to connecting their current struggles with earlier life experiences. They want lasting change, not quick fixes — and they’re ready to do the work.

Welcome!

Hello and thank you for stopping by my page here on Headway. My name is Tara and I applaud your bravery for making it this far! It can feel intimidating and scary to choose a therapist and to begin therapy.

My Approach / Outlook

I want to let you know that, to me, you are a whole person - not an ill person. I recognize that you bring strengths, expertise, and wisdom to therapy sessions. I will not talk down to you, tell you what you "should" do, or judge you for your past or future choices, I will connect with you authentically and be 100% present in our time together.

Currently, I work with adults and older adults of alllllll identities and shapes via telehealth. Together, we will find what therapy approach(es) make sense to your mind and heart. Degrees and certifications do little good, if your therapy is not sensible and relatable for you.

My Background and Experience

In my 40s, I graduated with my Bachelor's degree (Sociology major) from ECSU (2016), then completed my Master's in Social Work degree from Simmons University (2018). Yes, it's true, we middle-aged folks retain good minds (with life experience to boot)!

I am certified in dialectical behavioral therapy and am fully trained in EMDR (certification pending). I also have 5 years' experience with cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems therapy, feminist therapy, compassion-focused therapy, and strengths-based therapy.

Hi, I’m Taylor Garff, a licensed therapist and the founder of Inner Heart Therapy. I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, stress, and identity, especially folks in the LGBTQ+ community or anyone feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands.

I’m someone who believes therapy should feel like a soft place to land, not another thing you have to “get right.” My clients tell me they appreciate my warmth, humor, and ability to hold space for both the hard stuff and the hope. I’ll meet you with curiosity, compassion, and no pressure to be anything other than fully human.

In our work together, we might explore your anxious thoughts, practice ways to feel safer and more grounded in your body, or untangle patterns that keep you stuck. I use a mix of tools, like cognitive-behavioral therapy, nervous system regulation, and the Safe and Sound Protocol, to support you in finding more ease, clarity, and connection in your life.

If you’ve ever felt like you had to explain or defend your experiences, I want you to know you won’t have to do that here. This is a space where all of you is welcome.

Mental healthcare has been a lifelong passion of mine, and I am committed to helping others. My therapeutic style builds on my compassionate, empathetic, and attentive nature. In the past, I have worked well with clients with anxiety, complex trauma, PTSD, narcissistic abuse, personality and/or mood disorders. I genuinely care about the people who entrust me within my therapy practice and consider being a therapist one of the greatest privileges of my life.

*Former clients are welcome to reach out if they want to resume therapy, even if I do not have scheduled openings on Headway.