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Your Mental Health is My Priority

Changing ways you think.
Changing ways you feel.
Changing ways you behave.
Changing ways you live your life for the better.

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About Me

My name is Brooke Vargas and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and owner of Changing Ways Counseling, LLC. I have over 15 years of experience working in the human service field including my time as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, overcome your obstacles and empower you to make the changes you desire.

Changing Ways Counseling

Vision

CWC will become a valued resource to the local communities we serve in the field of outpatient behavioral health and addition treatment.

Mission

CWC strives to cultivate adaptable and healthy change by providing behavioral health and addition services to those in need; that promote healing, well-being, and recovery through the use of evidenced-based best practices, unconditional positive regard and person-centered treatment with a strengths-based approach.

Values

CWC believes all individual have the right to make their own decisions as to how they choose to live their lives. CWC respects the rights and dignity of all regardless of race, socioeconomic class, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identify, age, ability or creed. CWC is committed to providing compassionate person-centered and strength-based quality care.

Services

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Therapy Session

Telehealth

Telehealth services are provided as appropriate and at the request of the client.

In Person

In person therapy is provided as a standard form of treatment.

Services

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Psychologist Session

Adolescents

Services are provided to teens ages 14-17 years of age.

Adults

Services are provided to adults of all ages, 18 and older.

Individual Therapy

Only individual therapy sessions are provided at this time. (Couples, Family and Group therapy are not offered.)

Services

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)  is an evidence-based approach that has helped clients overcome a range of mental health conditions. CBT provides practical tools and strategies that can help you manage your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in a more positive and healthy way. 

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy sessions are about creating a space where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement. With guidance, we'll work together to develop a deeper understanding of your experiences and identify any patterns of behavior that may be causing you distress. 

Trauma Therapy

I  specialize in helping individuals heal from past traumas. I offer a supportive environment where you can work through difficult emotions and begin to move forward. Using evidence-based techniques, I will help you learn how to cope and heal from your trauma. 

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is offered. 

 "The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination."

Carl Rogers

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Contact Us

Changing Ways Counseling is here to support you in your life's journey. Contact us for your free consultation. 

Insurance accepted

  • Aetna

  • Anthem

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Cigna

  • Connecticare

  • Evernorth

  • Husky

  • Medicaid

  • Medicare Part B

  • Optum

  • Out of Network

  • United Behavioral Health

  • United Healthcare

Private Pay/ Self-pay

  • Assessments             $150

  • 30 min. sessions       $75

  • 45 min. sessions       $100

  • 60 min. sessions       $125

2900 Main St. Ste. 3DF, Stratford, CT 06614

203-321-3238

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Hours of Operation 

Sundays              Closed

Mondays             10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tuesdays             9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesdays       9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday s         9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fridays               Closed

Saturdays          Closed

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