Joanna Szymanski, LPC

Hello and welcome to the Healing Dialogue web page. My name is Jo and I am the founder and lead therapist at Healing Dialogue, LLC. Originally from CT, I obtained my Master of Science, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of La Verne in California in 2014. From there I worked in Bennington, Vermont at, United Counseling Service, an outpatient clinic working primarily with individuals reintegrating into the community from incarceration. While at UCS, I became a certified tobacco treatment specialist from the American Cancer Association and ran groups in the community. I also obtained my level 1 Open Dialogue training in 2018 and my WRAP facilitator training in 2016. I became licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in CT in 2018.

Currently, I also work at an outpatient agency in Torrington and Waterbury, Ct. I primarily see individuals and couples ages 17-60 who suffer with PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment, social phobias and substance use disorders. I enjoy working with clients who are seeking to better their lives and I enjoy reflecting that growth back to my clients. I also help my clients develop their coping skills through mindfulness and guided imagery techniques as well as CBT and motivational interviewing.

Change is not easy, we all can use a space where we can be real and feel safe without judgement or penalty, to explore our purpose, our passions, and our true values. If this sounds like a place you would like to be, give me a call to schedule your appointment today.