Therapy and Counseling in 06610: Bridgeport, CT.

SUNRISE COUNSELING CENTER (in 3 locations) has been serving our community for over 27 years. Now that the world has changed and we are all adjusting to a "new normal", people have now found our services to be an ESSENTIAL support, to discover peace and happiness.

We believe that through safety and trust, individuals and couples can learn, grow and heal. We meet our clients where they are at, support them, and guide them towards becoming more conscious in their relationships and in their lives.

When YOU or your child are having a problem its important to have a place where issues can be explored safely. Often the key to feeling better is finding someone who can listen objectively and provide supportive feedback and professional intervention.

I'm passionate about my work; it is my vocation and avocation. In addition to my practice, I write self-help books. I have over 35 years' experience; and particular expertise in treating OCD (adults and children) and treating couples (especially intimacy issues).

"I offer solution-focused, interactive sessions assisting you in facing challenges, overcoming obstacles, coping with stress, resolving areas of conflict and improving self-esteem."

Hi...my name is Matt Bastiaanse and I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. I specialize in working with individuals who are looking for help to get "unstuck," in both their personal, and professional lives.

South Bay Counseling is a place of acceptance, comfort and relaxation. In my work with you, I will help you to feel listened to and safe to talk about anything that's bothering you. I can help you with depression, anxiety, life's stressors, relationship issues, etc.

My goal is to help you find the strength to review life's troubling issues and form new perceptions. My approach is called "Integrative Family Therapy" which focuses on two aspects: how you function as an individual and how you relate to others helping you to heal.

As a couples and individual therapist, I believe therapy should be a compassionate and collaborative process that gives you a voice. Together, I help you step over the hurdles between you and your most fulfilled and authentic life.

Providing couples counseling to help couples regain their connection. A first and necessary step leading to increasing trust and intimacy. Hal has mentored couples counselors for thirty years. He has himself been a couples counselor since 1975.