The Center for Emotional Healing is a mental health practice dedicated to providing compassionate, expert care to children, adults and families.
The team believes mental wellness is just as important as physical health and offers services in offices, schools and via telehealth. They prioritize individualized treatment, accessibility and thoughtful support, ensuring each person’s unique needs are met with skill, dedication and care.
What have been the organization’s significant accomplishments in the past year?
This past year, our team has worked to make mental health care more accessible by partnering with schools, local providers and community organizations. We continuously work to reduce barriers such as time, transportation and cost, ensuring care reaches those who need it most.
With a team that can serve clients in every corner of Connecticut, we have someone for just about everyone. Every team member brings expertise, compassion and dedication, helping children, adults and families navigate challenges and build resilience.
Through accessibility, collaboration and high-quality care, we embody what it means to be Health Care Heroes.
What are some major challenges the organization had to overcome?
We’ve faced growing demand for mental health services alongside regulatory changes and insurance complexities.
By staying flexible, collaborating as a team, and maintaining focus on our clients’ well-being, we’ve ensured consistent, compassionate care is delivered without compromise, overcoming obstacles while keeping accessibility and quality at the forefront.
What’s the organization’s next major goal?
Our next goal is to continue broadening services and reaching more individuals in need. From our small beginnings, we now provide diverse care across multiple settings, and we aim to set new standards for accessible, high-quality mental health support that meets the evolving needs of our community.
Team Members: Tricia Bailey, Kimaira Bernardini, Ashley Birrell, Elizabeth Czarnecki, Sarah Dittrich, Angela Farmer, Kristin Ferguson, Kelly Fortin, Lindsey Fortin, Elizabeth Fudge, Kristine Garcia, Morgan Keegan, Aericka Khongdy, Megan Kiely, Patti Mackiewicz, Sarah Mackiewicz, Nicole Michaud, Jordan Montague, Cassidy O’Brien, Amber Perez, Katlyn Prigionieri, Elizabeth Shea and Heather Spear