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Paolo Morena, LPC | Ridgefield Trusted

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Licensed Professional Counselor
Individual, Premarital Couples, and Family Counseling

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor/Psychotherapist with extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including varying economic, cultural, ethnic, spiritual, faith, racial, and sexual identities. I am also skilled in supporting individuals dealing with chronic and severe mental health conditions.

I adopt an eclectic therapeutic approach, drawing from multiple theoretical frameworks to best meet the unique needs of each client. My practice integrates evidence-based techniques from Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. My work with premarital couples also incorporates a variety of methods, depending on the specific dynamics and goals of the relationship.

I focus on uncovering the root causes of emotional challenges, using the therapeutic relationship to explore recurring life patterns. My active, collaborative style creates a safe space for insight and meaningful growth.



Psychological Care with Heart and Expertise

Office & telehealth visits in Connecticut & telehealth in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio & Michigan.

Counseling

I provide counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals, premarital couples, and families ages 18 and older. I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, offering support that includes therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, premarital, and more. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to your individual needs to help you achieve the personal growth you are striving for.  I am fully licensed and provide telehealth services in: Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio.

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Emotional Support Animal

I am able to provide Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letters through my practice for residents of CT, KY, IN, MI & OH. Requests for letters confirming the need for Emotional Support Animals (ESA) will be decided on an individual basis and will be determined based on a clinical history and current state of mind. They will not be provided without a thorough evaluation and are only for housing related requests. An ESA letter received through my practice is valid for one (1) year.
I know how helpful a beloved pet can be when managing challenging mental health symptoms. I appreciate the opportunity to ensure that a pet can continue providing relief.  Contact me for more information.

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Immigration Hardship Evaluation

I am able to provide a thorough Immigration Hardship Evaluation & letter to support applications for I-601 and I-601A waivers.
These waivers are critical for families facing the possibility of extreme hardship due to the separation of a U.S. citizen or permanent resident from their immigrant family members.
If you or a loved one is facing the distress of potential separation and needs support with an I-601 or I-601A waiver, contact me today.

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Treatment Specializations

Individual Counseling

Premarital Counseling

Family Counseling


Treatment specialization is not limited to but includes:

Depression
Anxiety
Bi-Polar/Mood Disorders
PTSD
Pandemic Stress/Anxiety/Depression
Premarital (Couples)
Faith/Religious/Spirituality
Men's Issues
Women's Issues
Grief
Career
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
Conflict Resolution
Parenting
Sex/Intimacy
Chronic Illness/Pain
Military/Veterans/Law Enforcement
Emotional Support Animal (ESA) assessment & letter
Immigration Hardship Evaluations & support letter

Rate & Insurance

Rate:

$200 per individual session and $250 per couples/family session. Copays, deductibles and out of pocket expenses are due at the time services are rendered. 

The ESA evaluation session(s) not covered by insurance are $200 per individual session, $250 per family session.  The ESA letter is not covered by insurance. The cost is $125 per ESA letter.

Contact me for fees related to Immigration Hardship Evaluations & support letters.

Insurance :

I accept the insurances listed below as an in-network provider, unless otherwise noted. Please note that I am out-of-network for Medicare. This information is the most up to date including any insurance provider search/directory. If your insurance is not listed below, then I am considered an out-of-network provider. The coverage as an out-of-network is different than an in-network provider. However, you may be able to get reimbursed by your insurance. Please contact your insurance company to address any questions that you may have.

NY residents: I do not provide tele-counseling in New York as I am not licensed in New York to provide tele-counseling services.  I do not participate/accept MVP Healthcare insurance.

If you have insurance that is serviced by a third party, including but not limited to Oscar, Surest, Wellfleet- please contact me. The process is different if you have insurance serviced by a third party.


                    -Aetna

                    -Cigna/Evernorth

                    -ConnectiCare

                    -CT Medicaid/HUSKY

                    -Optum

                    -Oxford

                    -UnitedHealthcare

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