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Growing Well, LLC Individual and Couples Counseling

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Growing Well, LLC Individual and Couples Counseling

Growing Well Counseling specializes in reproductive mental health, perinatal & postpartum therapy, pregnancy and baby loss, birth trauma & infertility
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Growing Well, LLC offers individual and couples counseling with a focus on parenthood life transitions in the family. Counseling is one component to caring for the whole person. Whether you're adjusting to adding to your family or deciding not to, having a difficult pregnancy or your birth did not go as planned. Perhaps you had expectations of parenthood [or parenting one more] that aren't turning out as you had hoped. Balancing work and family and an intimate relationship can be overwhelming. These are just a few of the challenges folks may encounter as their family grows and changes, and we are here to help! Together we can work to help you find a new normal, whatever that may be, we can discuss skills you can use to manage anxiety or depression. We can connect you to complementary practitioners if you opt for traditional or natural medicinal approaches, and we will gladly work with your existing providers to get you the best care possibIe. A little about Catharine McDonald, the founder of Growing Well: I graduated with my Master of Science in Community/Mental Health Counseling from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro after earning my undergraduate degree in Family Studies and Psychology at Towson University in Baltimore, Maryland. Most recently I completed a Post-Graduate Certificate in S*x Therapy from The University of Michigan. I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor in CT since 2010 and have advanced training in wellness counseling, trauma, grief, and perinatal and postpartum mental health. My work experiences include a trauma resource non-profit, residential trauma treatment, pastoral care and counseling at a Women's Hospital and cancer center, crisis and inpatient psychiatric care at a local hospital, disability evaluations, addictions case management, veterans assistance, and blogging about perinatal mental health.

10/20/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re holding space for every woman, birthing person, and parent who forgets to schedule their own care while caring for everyone else.

Pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting — these seasons don’t pause your need for preventive care.
✨ Do your self-exams monthly.
✨ Schedule your screenings with a trusted provider.
✨ Reach out if you need trauma-informed, body-honoring referrals.

At Growing Well Counseling, we believe in whole-person reproductive mental health. That means your mind and your body both deserve compassion, attention, and care.

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10/17/2025

I’m honored to be leading this upcoming training with -
From Grief to Growth: Perinatal Loss and Bereavement
November 17, 2025 | 9 AM – 4 PM | Hamden, CT

This full-day workshop explores the many forms of perinatal loss—miscarriage, stillbirth, termination, and neonatal death—and the medical, emotional, and cultural factors that shape grief. Together, we’ll discuss how to prevent avoidable trauma, provide compassionate care, and create culturally sensitive support plans for bereaved parents.

This work is deeply personal and essential. I hope you’ll join me for a day of learning, reflection, and connection.

Register at womensconsortium.org

10/15/2025

Today, we honor and remember the babies who are forever loved and deeply missed.

Pregnancy and infant loss can feel invisible—yet its impact is profound. Whether your loss happened recently or many years ago, your grief is valid, your story matters, and you are not alone.

At Growing Well Counseling, we hold space for the many emotions that accompany loss—love, sorrow, guilt, hope, and everything in between. We see you. We honor your journey. And we walk with you in remembrance today and always.

10/14/2025

When we think of OCD, we often imagine repetitive cleaning or organizing—but for new parents, it can look very different.

Perinatal OCD can involve intrusive, distressing thoughts or mental images about harm coming to your baby—thoughts that can feel terrifying and isolating. These thoughts don’t mean you want them to happen. They’re symptoms of anxiety, not intent.

You are not alone.
You are not dangerous.
And you can get help.

Our clinicians are trained to identify and treat perinatal OCD with compassion and evidence-based care—helping parents find relief and peace of mind.

If you’re struggling, please reach out. Support and healing are possible.

10/13/2025

Today we honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day by acknowledging the deep roots of reproductive wisdom that existed long before colonization—and the ongoing harm that still impacts Indigenous birthing people.
Healing means listening, learning, and centering Indigenous sovereignty in birth and mental health.

10/02/2025

Taking care of your mind often starts with caring for your body too. We know many of our clients—especially new parents—struggle to find time and energy for nutrition and movement postpartum.

That’s why we’re excited to share this new health + wellness collab from two amazing local experts we trust:

— in-home & virtual personal training
— approachable, realistic nutrition guidance

They’re launching a 30-Day Holiday Head Start Challenge starting November 1st!
▪️10-minute daily workouts
▪️Simple nutrition tips
▪️A supportive Facebook group — all for just $25!

If you’ve been wanting a little motivation and support to feel your best before the holidays, this could be a great place to start.

Link to sign up: https://forms.gle/WNYBA7harEYanh2k9

09/22/2025

🌿 Exciting Training Opportunity! 🌿

We’re thrilled to share that registration is open for:

✨ Whole Person Mental Health from Pre-Conception into Parenthood: A Reproductive Mental Health Master Class ✨

📍 Where: Connecticut Women’s Consortium, Hamden, CT or virtual
📅 When: October 16, 23, & 30, 2025 | 9:00am–5:00pm EST
🎓 CEs: 21 (meets CT annual renewal requirements, including cultural competency & suicide/depression screening)
💛 Scholarships available! Sponsored by PSI-CT for providers offering mental health care in Connecticut.

This immersive 3-day training provides a deep dive into reproductive and perinatal mental health—covering PMADs, trauma, reproductive loss, cultural competency, systemic disparities, and more. Participants will gain the knowledge, tools, and trauma-informed approaches to confidently support individuals and families through conception, pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

Special guest: Dr. Rachel Shmuts, DO, PMH-C, will lead our psychopharmacology presentation.

Whether you’re seeking CE credits, preparing for the PSI certification exam, or expanding your perinatal expertise, this course was designed to equip you with both clinical skills and a reproductive justice framework.

➡️ Learn more + register at link in our bio

09/17/2025

Did you know? Postpartum depression affects about 1 in 7 mothers—and it can impact partners too. If you’ve been feeling prolonged sadness, mood swings, or finding it hard to bond with your baby, please know you are not alone.

At Growing Well Counseling, our clinicians are specially trained to support parents through the postpartum period. You don’t have to carry this by yourself—we’re here to walk alongside you.

We have openings this month for postpartum parents and partners, both virtually across CT and in person in Tolland.

09/11/2025

As a working parent myself, it can be really hard to make time for me… When I heard that Lisa at Compass Massage Therapy had a few extra openings this month I jumped at the opportunity to take care of myself in a meaningful way-sometimes I have to book her two months out!
Growing Well Counseling has referred to Lisa for many years and can count on her to provide exceptional care from a trauma-informed, perinatal-informed expertise. Not only is she an amazing human but she’s really good at what she does! Another perk- you can book online! www.compasswc.com

09/09/2025

Meet Jozelyn!

Jozelyn is a graduate clinical intern at Growing Well Counseling, working toward her Master of Social Work. She is passionate about supporting, empowering, and validating clients through the many highs and lows of life transitions, including pregnancy, loss, and the challenges of parenthood.

As a mom of two, Jozelyn knows firsthand that life can be messy, magical, and complex. She brings empathy, collaboration, and practicality to her work, meeting clients exactly where they are.

Jozelyn is currently seeing clients via telehealth and in Tolland, with a special focus on neurodiversity in parenting. She also offers a sliding scale/reduced fee.

09/08/2025

Meet Catherine!

Catherine is completing her clinical internship at Growing Well Counseling as part of her Marriage and Family Therapy training at Fairfield University. With a background in family systems, DBT skills, and a deep passion for respectful parenting, she supports individuals, couples, and families through the transitions of conception, pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenting.

As a mom of two young daughters, Catherine understands the complexities of modern parenthood and brings both professional training and personal insight to her work.

She is currently seeing clients via telehealth with a special focus on couples, offering a sliding scale/reduced fee.

09/04/2025

September is Self-Care Awareness Month

As parents and caregivers, it’s so easy to put the needs of others first—but your well-being matters too. Taking care of yourself is not selfish—it’s essential, especially when it comes to maternal mental health.

At Growing Well Counseling, we’re here to remind you that even small, intentional acts of self-care can make a big difference.

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54 Hartford Tpke
Tolland, CT
06084

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 3:30am
Friday	9:30am - 3:30am

Telephone

+18608370204

Website

http://www.growingwellcounseling.com/

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