Life can show up in no other way than the way in which you perceive it
Neale Donald Walsch
Stephen Wilson, LMSW
Psychotherapist
Stephen attended Southern Connecticut State University where he obtained his undergraduate degree in Social Work providing him with the foundational tools to begin this work. Stephen is a certified Youth Life Coach and also obtained his Master of Social Work degree from the University of Saint Joseph. He began his career working in the school system for students with special needs. His work includes, juvenile justice center, juvenile detention center, foster care agency, job training facility for students 16-25 and most currently serving at a Middle School as School Social Worker. He provides over 20 years of experience with at-risk youth, families, community partners and faith based agencies. His skill set includes supporting youth and young adults with conflict resolution, anger management, anxiety, depression, self harming behaviors, low self esteem, low motivation, poor decision making, trauma and more. He seeks to work with adolescents and emerging adults, offering a combination of evidence based psychotherapy, helping them get back to normalcy and begin moving onto thriving.
His overarching mission is to promote self-determination, values-based goal pursuit, evidence-based decision-making, and psychologically safe work environments that foster well-being. Stephen approaches his work as a social responsibility initiative to ensure those he supports walk away with more knowledge of the biopsychosocial contributors to thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that affords them the opportunity to discover the answers within. Ultimately positively influencing the outcomes for self, others, and the communities around them.
Levar Mitchell, LMSW
Psychotherapist
Levar, born and raised in Hartford, CT, is a graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University where he received his Bachelor of Science in Sports and Leisure Management with a minor in sociology in 2012. After discovering the need for male Clinicians and the gap this created with men seeking therapy, Levar switched gears to pursue his passion and serve in this capacity. In 2016, he obtained his Masters degree in Social Work from UCONN.
Levar held positions within the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford as Bloomfield School Director and Director of Youth Services where he oversaw all school partnerships, DCF and special initiatives. Currently, Levar is a high school social worker at Achievement First Hartford High School. Outside of his occupation Levar is a trustee at Seedtime and Harvest Ministries, Certified personal trainer at Diligence training, motivational speaker, and certified coach who values dedication, service, and excellence.
Levar brings unique perspectives gained from the social work field, empowering and encouraging individuals to tap into their inner strengths and unique abilities to heal and actualize goals and endeavors.
Levar is a compassionate Psychotherapist that focuses on providing effective talk and process oriented therapy, and assertive advocacy for the health and wellness of individuals and families. Given his experience with working in various settings and with different demographics, Levar is passionate about ensuring individuals receive the care they both need and deserve.
Briant Brown, LPC-A
Psychotherapist
Briant L. Brown's goal is to encourage people to be the best counselor to themselves. It is great to encounter therapists and counselors on the journey, but it is so empowering when the person has the tools to heal themselves when those other outlets aren’t available.
Briant started his counseling early through programs like gear up and upward bound while in college at Claflin University. These programs were the foundation for his counseling journey. After obtaining his B.A., he took a break to work with students with autism and other nonprofit organizations from all age groups. Eventually, he spent over 11 years in education in the following roles – counselor, dean of students, and teacher. During those 11 years, Briant obtained his master’s in counseling at Manhattan College.
Outside of Briant’s career, he spends time crafting poetry and has written two books. He has found that words are healing and so powerful when used appropriately. One of his favorite quotes written by him is “I will always have a flat line to write on as long as I have a heartbeat.”
Briant is very passionate and motivated when it comes to healing from within. He is constantly looking for best practices and tools to help others. He understands it takes a lot of time and energy, but it is worth the mental hygiene. Most importantly, Briant understands the peace it provides when the mind is quiet. When you are ready for the healing journey and do the work, he will be here to assist.