Trauma Therapist in Connecticut
Accelerated Resolution Therapy for Anxiety, Trauma, OCD, Grief/Loss & Habit Change
Compassionate Trauma Therapy in Connecticut
Jennifer Laptew Williams, LPC – Trauma Therapist CT
Jennifer Laptew Williams, LPC Trauma Therapist CT
Your life feels like a mess, full of anxiety and panic. Your brain is on a loop, replaying the traumatic event that haunts you, leaving you feeling out of control. It’s like you could crumble at any moment. You find yourself anticipating the next time a panic attack or nightmare will trigger you and ruin your day. You miss the time when you felt positive about life, happy, and at ease.
Symptoms of PTSD and How Therapy Helps
Now you feel afraid of things that used to be part of your everyday life. It's as if your mind and body have been hijacked. Your mind is filled with worries and self-doubt, and you no longer feel like you have much control over your body. You often feel jumpy, restless, irritable, on edge, and you're frustrated with your brain for replaying what happened over and over.
You would give anything to not think about it ever again and to erase those images. You want to find a therapist who can help you get back to yourself and back to your life as quickly as possible.
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for Trauma Treatment
Why Accelerated Resolution Therapy Works Faster than Traditional Talk Therapy
You are ready for a real change through therapy, because you are tired of living this way and would give anything to wave a magic wand and erase what happened and restore yourself back to who you were.
Jennifer Laptew Williams, Trauma Therapist in Groton, CT Specializing in Anxiety and Trauma
What to Expect in Your First ART Session
As a Certified Advanced Accelerated Resolution Therapist in Connecticut, I help clients struggling with stress disorders, trauma, anxiety, or grief. Most people experience relief from panic and PTSD symptoms by the end of their first Accelerated Resolution Therapy session.
You’ll begin with a 55-minute ART intake, where we clarify the outcomes you want. You may share as much—or as little—of your traumatic event as you feel comfortable. After intake, we move into the ART session (about 1 hour). Many clients describe this counseling process as fast, compassionate, and deeply effective—often finding relief within 1–5 sessions.
How and Trauma Therapy Can Help You Find Relief
Accelerated Resolution Therapy vs. Traditional Talk Therapy
Unlike traditional talk therapy, ART helps both the brain and body resolve traumatic experiences more quickly. Clients often report feeling lighter, calmer, and more in control after just a few sessions.
Therapy Options: In-Person and Online Therapy in CT
Can’t make it to the office? We offer secure, HIPAA-compliant online therapy sessions in Connecticut, including ART intake, ART process, and ART outcomes sessions.
Our office is located at:
495 Gold Star Hwy STE 209, Groton, CT 06340
Convenient to West Hartford, Mystic, New London, and nearby Rhode Island.
Free Consultation with a Trauma Therapist in CT
How a Free Consultation Can Help You Find the Right Therapist
I know it can feel scary to make that first phone call, but I’ll make it easy. We’ll spend 15 minutes on the phone, and I’ll walk you through how trauma therapy can help you.
Take the First Step Toward Trauma Resolution
If you’re ready to free yourself from panic and anxiety and feel more confident, schedule your free consultation today. Together, we’ll explore therapy options that can help you erase and replace negative images and sensations.
📞 Contact me at (860) 863-4630 to book your free consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trauma Therapy in Connecticut
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Our office is in Groton, CT, just outside of Mystic and conveniently located off I-95 whether you are traveling from Connecticut or Rhode Island. Address: 495 Gold Star Hwy STE 209, Groton, CT 06340. We also offer online trauma therapy in Connecticut for those who prefer virtual counseling.
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During your first session, you’ll meet with a professional counselor for an Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) intake. Together we’ll discuss your goals, what symptoms you want to reduce, and the outcomes you hope to achieve. You can share as much or as little about your traumatic event as you feel comfortable. From there, we begin the process of helping your brain reprocess triggers and build healthy coping skills.
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Many clients find relief from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related symptoms in just 1–2 ART sessions. A typical treatment plan includes:
ART Intake (55 minutes)
ART Session (60 minutes)
Process Session (30 minutes)
Outcomes Session (45 minutes, usually 1 month later)
Some clients continue using ART to address multiple traumas, stress disorders, or habits. Each plan is individualized so therapy can help at your pace.
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ART Intake: $200 (55 minutes)
ART Session: $200 (60 minutes)
ART Process Session: $100 (30 minutes)
ART Outcomes Session: $175 (45 minutes)
We also offer free consultations to help you decide if trauma therapy is the right next step for you.
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At this time, Accelerated Resolution Therapy sessions are not covered by insurance plans in Connecticut. However, you can use HSA or FSA accounts to pay for sessions. Many clients choose this option to invest in fast, effective trauma treatment with a trauma-informed therapist.
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Yes. All sessions—including the ART Intake, Process, and Outcomes—can be completed virtually using a HIPAA-compliant portal. This makes it easy to access trauma therapy in Connecticut no matter where you live in the state.
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While intake and follow-ups can be done online, ART sessions are most effective in person. Trauma and PTSD triggers are best treated in a safe, supportive environment where your therapist in Connecticut can provide real-time care without the risk of technology interruptions.
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We work with adults motivated to heal from traumatic experiences, anxiety, grief, loss, or stress disorders. We proudly serve the LGBTQ+ community as a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist in CT, offering safe and affirming care for all.
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Clients often report relief after their first ART session, describing feelings of being “lighter, hopeful, renewed, less triggered, and more at peace.” With Accelerated Resolution Therapy, you’ll still remember the event, but your brain will reprocess the trauma so it no longer overwhelms you. Instead of constant PTSD triggers, you’ll feel more in control, able to use coping skills and mindfulness to move forward.
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You can visit the official site here: Accelerated Resolution Therapy – Treating Trauma. Or schedule a free consultation to learn how a trauma therapist in Connecticut can help you begin your recovery.
In-person and virtual online therapy options with a Connecticut Therapist.
The office is conveniently located in Groton, just outside of Mystic and New London and only miles from Rhode Island. Can’t make it into the office for your intake or follow up sessions? No worries – we’ve got you covered with our online portal for virtual ART intakes, ART process/check in, and ART outcomes sessions in Connecticut.