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Trisha Blecich, MS LPC Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut
Trisha Blecich, MS LPC , Licensed Professional Counselor
She/Her/Hers

Licensed Professional Counselor

Branford, CT

Online only

Free initial consultation

Verified
Accepting new clients

About me

Hi, and welcome!👋Whether you’re here after months of searching or just browsing, you’ve already taken a step toward change—and I’m glad you’re here. If you’re ready for a therapy experience that blends compassion🕊️ with practical tools🛠️, and structure📅 with flexibility, let’s talk. The path forward may not be easy, but it will be worth it—and you don’t have to walk it alone.

I specialize in treating Anxiety Disorders, Addiction and Obsessive-Compulsive Spectrum Disorders. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts🧠 stuck in exhausting anxiety cycles🔄 or caught self destructive patterns🧩 that don’t serve you, I can help you break free from those loops. Together, we’ll map your symptoms,🧭 understand your triggers💡, and create a step-by-step plan📍 to face fears, build coping skills, and regain a sense of freedom ✨and control🕊️.

My therapy style is structured🗺️, skills-based🧩, and collaborative. I use evidence-based treatments, including:

✔️Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and related disorders
✔️Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for restructuring unhelpful thought patterns
✔️Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for building psychological flexibility

Anxiety & Related Disorders
✔️Panic Disorder
✔️Somatization Disorders
✔️Generalized Anxiety Disorder
✔️Specific Phobias
✔️Health Anxiety
✔️Somatization Disorder

Addiction and Compulsive Behaviors
✔️Overspending
✔️ Gambling
✔️ Overeating
✔️Shoplifting

Obsessive Compulsive Spectrum Disorders
✔️Contamination, Cleaning & Checking OCD
✔️Harm OCD (intrusive fears of harming self or others)
✔️Relationship (ROCD)
✔️Scrupulosity/Religious OCD
✔️Magical Thinking
✔️Pure "O"
✔️Hoarding Disorder
✔️Tic Disorders
✔️Hair Pulling & Skin Picking
✔️Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
✔️Skin Picking (Excoriation Disorder)

🌿What to Expect in Your First Session

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I want you to feel as comfortable as possible from the beginning. Our first session is about getting to know each other and setting the foundation for our work together.

We’ll start by discussing what brought you to therapy, your goals, and any concerns or questions you have. I’ll ask about different aspects of your life, including past experiences, current challenges, and what’s worked or not worked for you before. This helps me understand your unique needs and how I can best support you.

You won’t be expected to dive into everything at once—this is a space for us to build trust and move at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is for you to leave the session feeling heard, understood, and confident about the next steps. Whether you come in with a clear focus or are still figuring things out, we’ll work together to create a path forward that feels meaningful to you.

🌿The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength as a therapist comes from my lived experience. I understand, on a deep and personal level, what it means to struggle, to question, and to work toward meaningful change. This isn’t just theory for me—I know firsthand how challenging and transformative the healing process can be.

Because of this, I bring more than just clinical expertise to our sessions. I bring genuine empathy, nonjudgmental understanding, and a deep respect for the courage it takes to show up and do this work. I won’t ask you to do anything I wouldn’t be willing to do myself, and I believe in therapy not just as a profession, but as a powerful tool for growth.

My experience allows me to connect with clients in an authentic way, helping them feel truly seen and understood. I know that healing isn’t linear, that progress can be messy, and that small steps can lead to big changes. No matter where you are in your journey, I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, honesty, and a belief in your ability to create the life you want.

🌿Working Together

Therapy is most effective when we approach it as a partnership. I work best with clients who are ready to engage in the process—whether you're highly motivated for change or still in the early stages of considering it. You don’t need to have everything figured out or feel confident every step of the way—just a willingness to be honest, open-minded, and curious about new possibilities.

Even if you're feeling stuck or uncertain, we can explore what’s holding you back and find ways to move forward at a pace that feels right for you. Through reflection, practical strategies, and evidence-based approaches, we’ll work together to challenge unhelpful patterns, develop new skills, and create meaningful change. I’ll bring insight, guidance, and a collaborative approach—you bring your experiences and a willingness to show up. No matter where you are in your journey, I’m here to help you take the next step.

License

Education

Fees and insurance

Specialties and clinical interests

Therapy types

Community specialties

Faith-based specialties

Location

Phoenix Counseling & Consultation Group

10 Manorwood Drive
Branford, CT 06405 US

Directions

Office is ADA Accessible

Licensed to see clients in

Years in practice

23

Service types

  • Therapy / Counseling

Types of clients

  • Kids & Tweens (5-12)
  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults (18+)
  • Older Adults (65+)
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Groups
  • Families
  • Parents & Caregivers

Languages

  • English

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