Welcome! I'm Sherri O'Shea, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Founder of Blossom Grove Therapy. My group practice is dedicated to providing psychoeducation, support, and compassionate guidance to adults and adolescents struggling with OCD and other anxiety disorders.
If you struggle with OCD or anxiety, you know how hard it can be to cope and fully engage in life. You may notice that you tend to avoid specific situations out of fear, resulting in missed opportunities to experience things that are meaningful to you. In therapy, we will work together to identify your core values and use these values to guide your actions and decisions. My goal is to create a genuine connection and help you lead a full and meaningful life even in the presence of anxiety or OCD.
I am a certified provider of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for the treatment of OCD and utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for the treatment of Anxiety and Depression. I also have specialized training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Perinatal Loss & Grief, and Circle of Security Parenting.
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I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Syracuse University in 2004 and am endorsed by the CT Infant Mental Health Association as an Infant Mental Health Mentor. I have worked in the field of mental health with adults, children and families for over 15 years.
Prior to starting my own Private Practice, I provided outpatient psychotherapy to children and families, provided mental health services to pregnant and postpartum women and their families and acted as supervisor of a community-based maternal and child health program.
Licensure/Professional Affiliations:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of CT
Member of National Association of Social Workers
Member of International OCD Foundation
Trainings:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Exposure and Ritual Prevention for OCD
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Perinatal Loss & Grief
ARC Trauma Treatment for Children and Adolescents
Circle of Security Parenting
Motivational Interviewing
Blossom Grove Mission
At Blossom Grove Therapy, it is our mission to elevate hope, foster connections, and reinforce resilience in the fight against OCD and anxiety disorders.
Our vision is to bring a much needed resource to the anxiety and OCD community in CT by building a group practice of specialists who are dedicated to continuously growing their knowledge and skills; creating a safe, welcoming, and compassionate environment for their clients; and building strong, trusting, and meaningful relationships to help clients make transformational changes.
It is courageous to reach out for help and taking the first step in searching for the right therapist is the hardest part. Once you have made the commitment to engage in therapy with us, we will work as a team to make positive change.
Hi! I'm Sarah Thibodeau, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Infant Mental Health Specialist. In our fast-paced and overstimulating world, it's common to overlook our own needs. I know that the demands of daily life are often overwhelming and can hinder your efforts to prioritize self-care. Taking the initiative to seek support when you are distressed is a significant step, and I'm so glad you're here.
I specialize in working with adolescents, teens, and adults who are grappling with issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem, and the desire to make positive changes in their lives and relationships. Additionally, I offer support to those navigating life transitions and individuals at various stages of parenting.
Specialties include the treatment of anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). In addition, I use Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Acceptance-based approaches.
I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Fordham University in 2020 and am endorsed as an Infant Mental Health Specialist, through the Association of Infant Mental Health. This endorsement recognizes culturally sensitive, relationship-based, infant and early childhood mental health learning and work experiences. I have been working in the field of mental health with adults, children and families for 10 years.
I am passionate in helping parents in the perinatal period and beyond, as well as working alongside teens and adolescents on issues such as self esteem and social skills. I strive to create a warm, empathetic and judgment-free space, and will partner with you to create an authentic relationship throughout treatment.
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Licensure/Professional Affiliations:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of CT
Member of National Association of Social Workers
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Trainings:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Exposure and Ritual Prevention for OCD
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Circle of Security Parenting
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Hello! My name is Jason Cassese, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys partnering with clients in their efforts to achieve their wellness goals.
Overwhelming emotions and troublesome thoughts - whether they're related to current stressors or past experiences - can sometimes be burdensome and impact the extent to which we feel fulfilled in our lives. Whether such concerns tend to come and go rather quickly or linger for longer periods of time, therapy can be a safe space to better understand them and develop healthier ways of managing them. I strive to provide such a space for my clients, and my goal is to always do so with compassion and skillful treatment. I specialize in treating adolescents and adults who experience difficulties related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions, and I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing in my work with clients.
I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Saint Joseph in 2017. Since then, I have provided clients across the lifespan with various levels of therapy including short-term, outpatient, and intensive in-home therapeutic interventions. I have also served as manager of a community-based outpatient mental health clinic for clients across the lifespan as well as several child and adolescent mental health and support programs.
Licensure/Professional Affiliations:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of CT
Member of National Association of Social Workers
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Trainings:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive-Processing Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
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