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Kristen Larson-Samalus

(They, she)
Both remote and in person
Hartford, CT 06105
LCSW

Practice Highlight

Specializing in trauma through a body based approach. I love holding space using IFS and EMDR with the KAP.

About Kristen

Tree of Life Counseling Center- An integrative, multicultural, practice of compassionate healing and growth. You are not just lectured at or listened to, we come together to help spark that part of you that was always there. We create more of a learning and practicing environment until it feels natural. Everyone starts out in life learning from their experiences and those who raise us. Later we can add more effective communication approaches, gain a deeper understanding, and efficient, empathetic problem solving. We've led people to a better understanding of themselves and accomplishment of their goals. We offer individualized treatment both one on one and in groups. We specialize in trauma, healthy communication, mindfulness, relationship to self and others using IFS, EMDR, & NVC. We work with individuals and families with co-occurring disorders. We offer KAP/ketamine, integration using IFS, Reiki, Cacao Ceremony, Authentic Relating Games, & Untold Stories Project.

Licensed in

Connecticut Massachusetts

Services

Couples Group in-person Group remote Individual in-person Individual remote Low-dose psycholytic Retreats Self-guided

Specialties

Addiction Anxiety Bipolar Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Depression EMDR Family / Marital Therapy Hospice/end-of-life care Internal Family Systems (IFS) LGBTQ+ Mindfulness Neurodivergence PTSD Relationship Issues Somatic Experiencing Substance abuse Transgender/non-binary Trauma Veterans & First Responders

Languages Spoken

English

Insurance Accepted

Aetna Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Carelon Behavioral Health (Anthem/Elevance) Cigna/Evernorth Enthea Medicaid Medicare None (out of pocket) Optum United Healthcare

Session Cost Sliding scale

With insurance $10-$30* Out of pocket $90 - $250
*Typical copay range