Liz Swain
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Doctoral Candidate, Clinical Psychology, University of Hartford
MA, Clinical Practices in Psychology, University of Hartford
BA, Psychology and Education, Colby College
About
Professional Interests
Liz’s professional interests include OCD, anxiety, sexual and reproductive health, relationships, and adjustment concerns. She has experience working with young adults, teens and children across multiple settings.
Approach to Therapy
Above all else, Liz believes that a strong therapeutic relationship creates the most meaningful change. Her therapeutic style draws from acceptance-based and cognitive-behavioral approaches.
Liz believes in flexibly working with clients to identify what matters most to them and take steps towards a meaningful life. Her work centers on evaluating how we respond to difficult thoughts and feelings while recognizing the impact of systemic oppression. Liz believes that flexibility, humor and compassion are core components of therapy.
Approach to Wellness
In her free time, Liz loves to cook, read, practice yoga and find her next favorite coffee shop.
Pronouns: she/her/hers