Meet the Team

Meet Our Team

Mind Heart Spirit Counseling Services, LLC

Samantha Higgins

Owner/Licensed Clinical Social Worker


ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME!

Hello there! I am the owner of Mind Heart Spirit Counseling Services, LLC and I am so happy you’re here! I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for many years, and I have an array of experience working with individuals, couples, and families across various settings. I believe in assisting others to find and use their voice to fully express the fullness of who they are.


I am dedicated to helping others establish/re-establish their identity, and strengthen their self-awareness. My approach to healing is specific to every person, incorporating varying therapeutic methods. Throughout our course of treatment, I will assist with identifying the root causes of your struggles, and address past and/or recent traumas that may be affecting your day-to-day functioning. We will explore and address childhood and family wounds that likely contribute to your overall experiences as an adult. I am also trained in Family Constellations which provide experiential insight into intergenerational patterns and traumas from your family that have been impacting your life and functioning.


I would like to congratulate you in advance for taking the time to invest in yourself and/or your family/relationship(s)! I am looking forward to partnering with you on your healing journey toward wholeness in mind, heart, and spirit!


In addition to direct therapy services, I am also skilled and credentialed to provide clinical supervision to associate level clinicians, clinical mental health consultation services, as well as mental health workshops to companies, schools, community agencies, churches, and other community programs/facilities that may benefit or be in need of such support/services.  I believe that partnering to heal and educate our community is the key to lasting impact and to creating a healthy thriving society.  I also host and facilitate Family Constellations to the community for those that would like to further explore their family systems and identify the ancestral burdens that have been preventing progress in work, relationships and other areas of life.


Samantha Higgins

Melissa Veras Martinez

Melissa Veras Martinez

Licensed Clinical Social Worker


IMMEDIATE TELEHEALTH OPENINGS FOR NEW CLIENTS!

Hello and welcome! As we go through various stages in our lives, there are moments when we face difficult barriers or challenges. In my role as a bilingual (English & Spanish-speaking) social worker and therapist, I utilize several methods of treatment with a sense of empathy and compassion for the adults, youth (ages 7-18 y/o), and families I serve. These methods of treatment and approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT, Family Systems Theory, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).


Within my years of experience, I’ve helped clients and families develop their unique coping skills for symptoms related to anger, anxiety, behavioral dysregulation, depression, stress, trauma, and PTSD. Additionally, I have worked in various settings including medical offices, homes, communities, and remote video/telehealth. I look forward to working with you and/or your family as a team with a focus on healing, skills building, and reaching your goals.


Nicole Rodriguez

Licensed Professional Counselor/Life Coach


IMMEDIATE TELEHEALTH/IN PERSON OPENINGS FOR NEW CLIENTS!

Meet Nicole, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor rooted in Connecticut with over 14 years of experience as a youth development and sports coach. Currently serving over the past decade as a school counselor, Nicole specializes in guiding students and families through challenges with a focus on goal setting, time management, and managing anxiety.


Nicole's approach is deeply grounded in empathy and compassion, ensuring that each individual feels supported and understood. With a diverse toolkit of therapeutic techniques, She employs Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Theory, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Play Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to tailor treatments to the unique needs of adults, youth (ages 7-18), and families.


Through a combination of these methods, Nicole fosters personal growth and resilience, helping clients navigate their emotional landscapes and achieve their full potential. With a passion for both counseling and coaching, Nicole brings a holistic and compassionate perspective to each session, committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those served.

Nicole Rodriguez
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