I'm Amy Michaels (she/her/hers), a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and owner of Healthy Relations Counseling. I have been a therapist for 22 years, and am a clinical member of both the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and the Connecticut Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (CTAMFT). In addition to relationship issues, I have extensive experience and training in treatment of anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, and substance use disorders.

My approach to therapy is client-centered, which means that I view counseling as an collaborative process that is based on the unique issues and needs of each client. I assist my clients in working toward the goals that are of greatest importance to them. I strive to help every client realize how powerful they are in their ability to create change and growth in their lives and relationships. My style in sessions is relaxed, flexible, and non-judgmental. I provide a safe, therapeutic environment that strives for respect and cultural awareness, as well as acceptance and encouragement of the diversity of relationships with regards to sexuality, gender, and monogamy.

Based on the needs of each client, I pull from various therapeutic models to guide the treatment. These modalities may include person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused brief therapy, emotionally focused therapy (EFT), narrative therapy, and internal family systems therapy.