Counseling in Hartford, CT. Find the Right Therapist.

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Hartford is the capital of Connecticut located right on the Connecticut River. There are around 125,000 people who reside in the city over a million in the metropolitan areas. Hartford is one of the oldest cities in America at almost 400 years old. It is also named the Insurance Capital of the World because there are many of the world’s insurance companies are headquartered there.¹ The city was first explored in 1614 by Dutch explorer Andriaen Block. It wasn’t until 1623 that a fur trading post was constructed at Fort Goede Hoop (Good Hope). The neighborhood that the fur trading post was developed is still known as Dutch Point. In 1635 English settlers started to arrive naming the city Hartford after the town they came from. The writing of the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut were written and ratified in 1639, inspired from a sermon given by Pastor Thomas Hooker saying that giving people the authority to govern themselves rather than ceding to a higher power, in essence, self-rule versus being under the rule of the British Royalty.

Mental Health in Hartford

InterCommunity is a community health organization which provides services to adults, regardless of whether or not they have insurance. Only individuals who live within East Hartford and certain other towns and cities may receive assistance without insurance. The services include, but are not limited to, a supervised housing program, therapy, and community support. Give them a call today at 1-860-569-5900.²

The Lift Every Voice and Sing (LEVAS) Committee is an organization which gathers together people from all races and backgrounds to sing gospel music. One of the main objectives is inclusion of people from all walks of life. If you are interested in finding out more about LEVAS or participating in the choir, call 1-860-293-2443.³

Current Initiatives

Journey Home is a non-profit that addresses the issue of homelessness in the Hartford community. The agency is seeking sustainable solutions to the issue, in order to end the chronic problem of homelessness in the greater Hartford area. There are supportive services available, as well as a shelter and housing services. If you are someone you know is facing homelessness, contact them at 1-860-808-0336. They are located 241 Main St., 4th floor.⁴

Community Renewal Team helps individuals, families and communities in the Hartford area. Specifically, they address the problem of poverty and the issues that surround it. They help individuals during times of crisis, as well as to support them in making long-term changes in their lives. The Steps to Success program helps people to set and achieve long term goals towards a successful future. Contact CRT at 1- 860-560-5608, and you can visit them at 555 Windsor Street.⁵

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References

1. LivingLocal. (2009). How Hartford Connecticut became Insurance Capital of the World. Retrieved from http://www.livinglocal360.com/index.php/how-hartford-connecticut-became-insurance-capital-of-the-world-6886/
2. InterCommunity – Community Health Solutions. (2017). Adult Services. Retrieved from http://www.intercommunityct.org/adult-services.php
3. MPN Nonprofit Directory. (2017). Lift Every Voice and Sing. Retrieved from http://www.minorityprofessionalnetwork.com/orgdata.asp?id=1322
4. Journey Home. (2017). Home Page. Retrieved from http://www.journeyhomect.org/
5. Community Renewal Team. (2016). Home Page. Retrieved from http://www.crtct.org/en/#

Hartford is located in Hartford County, Connecticut. It has a land area of 17.38 square miles and a water area of 0.67 square miles.  The population of Hartford is 124,006 people with 45,239 households and a median annual income of $30,630. .

Therapy Affordability Meter for Hartford, CT

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Committing to weekly sessions of therapy without insurance coverage or low cost options is very challenging for most people in Hartford. If this applies to you, please contact your counselor and ask about sliding scale options or inquire about insurance coverage. The good news is that there are options available to you to establish an effective relationship with a great therapist in Hartford. Your well being and health are important enough to make the best possible effort for. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Hartford public health department.