Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in New Haven, CT

I have extensive experience working with complex trauma, attachment issues, family, and spiritually and religiously-based trauma.

Taking that first step toward mental health care can feel like a lot, and I want to make it easier. I offer telehealth appointments in Connecticut, and I bring over three years of community mental health experience to every session. Whether you are navigating anxiety, working through depression, or healing from trauma, I meet you where you are and help you build a plan that fits your actual life. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on what works. I am here to help you move forward, one step at a time.

I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, and I earned my Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. I completed my Undergraduate in Psychology from Florida A&M University. I’m certified and experienced in EMDR- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, CBT- Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Intervention Treatment, and I'm Nationally Certified in Anger Management. I’m also a Qualified Supervisor.

Professional background: I am a psychiatric nurse with over a decade of experience in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with all ages. Educational background: I graduated from a hospital based nursing program and went on to get a master's in psychiatric nursing from the University of St. Joseph's. I have worked with clients with diagnoses ranging from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, anxiety, autism, adhd, and substance use disorders.

For more than twenty years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside adolescents, adults, and couples during some of the most difficult and meaningful seasons of their lives. I believe that sometimes it can be difficult to see beyond the darkness in front of us. My role is to listen without judgement while helping you find your way toward the light again.

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.

Dr. Karen provide services to Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey and Texas she is a licensed professional counseling supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, and licensed mental health counseling supervisor (LMHC-S) in Florida with more than 15 years of counseling experience, offering a unique blend of clinical expertise, trauma-informed care, and spiritually grounded guidance. She has a (MS) in Mental Health Counseling: Traumatology and a EdD. In Community Care Counseling: Traumatology. As the founder of Empowerment & Counseling Firm by Dr. Karen, PLLC, she is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their voice, rebuild their strength, and rise into the healthiest version of themselves, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

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.

Life can be unpredictable—and sometimes overwhelming. Whether you’re adjusting to a major life change, navigating the challenges of parenting, or feeling weighed down by anxiety or depression, you’re not alone. I’m here to help you make sense of what you’re feeling and find your footing again. With over 13 years of experience, I work with adults and adolescents to explore what’s going on beneath the surface and help you build tools to move forward.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. If someone in your life makes you feel guilty, confused, unloved, or stressed, I'm here to support you.

I work with courageous people healing from the trauma of toxic relationships and I assist them in developing assertive communication skills & unlocking the power behind setting healthy boundaries. Together, we can reclaim your self-worth and build a life filled with empowerment and resilience.

I have extensive experience in community mental health and private practice settings working with teens and adults. I received my Masters of Science in Psychology from Johnson & Wales University. I am licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.