Axis Behavioral Health LLC

About Axis Behavioral Health LLC:
ABH is a minority and woman owned private practice in Hartford County that started during the pandemic and has experienced rapid growth. The goal is to be a client centered practice with the mission of helping adults, children, couples and families identify and make changes that lead to a happier and well-balanced life.
If you consider yourself a community helper, then you could be just right for this team!

Licensed Therapist Details:
- 100% remote work
- Therapy focused model with zero administrative work
- You decide your schedule
- Perform your work anywhere that has a reliable internet connection

Licensed Therapist Requirements:
Following credentials are accepted - Licensed Clinical Social Worker – LCSW,Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - LMFT, Licensed Professional Counselor – LPC

Schedule:
- Self-determined schedule
- Flexible Scheduling
- Compensation: $45 - $55 / hour

Applicant requirements:
- Licensed CT Mental Health Professional
- Commitment to both ongoing personal and professional growth
- Dedication to providing exceptional client care
- Excellent communication skills
- Exceptional professionalism and organizational skills
- Demonstration of self-awareness and social maturity
- Malpractice Insurance

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We now accept Husky! I am excited to serve a wider network of individuals!

Check out this podcast episode on grief from The Happiness Lab. It discusses the paradox of grief. So often we use defense mechanisms to suppress our grief. At times this is appropriate. No one wants to break down in tears while giving a presentation or while trying to create happy memories with their children. But the paradox of grief is that we have to feel the pain in its entirety to restore our hearts and bring healing to our souls.

Give it a listen. Let me know your thoughts.

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Let’s reframe the idea of negative emotions.

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www.axisbehavioralhealth.com

Mental Health | Axis Behavioral Health LLC | West Hartford Axis Behavioral Health provides therapy for individuals suffering anxiety, depression, life transitions and other issues interfering with their daily functioning.

Axis Behavioral Health LLC updated their phone number.

ABH now accepts members of the Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield network. Accepting insurance will allow ABH to service more members of the community.

From celebrity news to posts on my news feed, it is clear that this pandemic has changed how we create and maintain our relationships. To the positive many of us have learned to set clear boundaries and not feel guilty about holding those around us to them. However, we have seen that domestic violence, particularly amongst women has increased. Our world has changed and will continue to change as we navigate towards more balanced living.

Know that you are not alone and that there are ways to cope with the uncertainties in your life. Check out the article below:

https://psychcentral.com/health/the-impact-of-the-pandemic-on-relationships

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Courtney Benitez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, West Hartford, CT, 06107 | Psychology Today Courtney Benitez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, West Hartford, CT, 06107, (860) 864-5972, Individuals are always in search of a balanced life, which can be difficult in an ever changing world. However, it can be difficult to navigate through life’s challenges. Therapy allows for people to identi...