Provider Highlight – Meet Iona — Licensed Professional Counselor, Art Therapist and DBT Provider Supporting Emotional Growth Across Connecticut

Empowering Clients Across Connecticut Through Art, Compassion, and Connection

At Compassion Coherence LLP, we’re honored to welcome Iona, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), as well as a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) and Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist (CDBT).

Iona’s approach is rooted in authentic connection and creative expression. She believes that a compassionate and judgment-free therapeutic relationship allows clients to explore, express, and transform their challenges into growth.

A Therapeutic Blend of Science and Art

Iona’s sessions integrate art therapy, DBT, and mindfulness to support clients working through anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity-related challenges. By encouraging expressive techniques—both in and outside of sessions—she helps clients tap into creativity as a tool for clarity and healing.

A Champion for Inclusive, Culturally Responsive Care

As a first-generation Asian American, Iona understands the importance of cultural and personal identity in therapy. She proudly serves as an ally to the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, providing affirming care that meets clients where they are.

Her professional background includes work in Chicago medical settings and service to rural Montana communities, experiences that shape her holistic and adaptive approach to care.

Why Clients Choose Iona

  • Virtual therapy in Connecticut and telehealth options in Montana
  • Expertise in art therapy and DBT techniques for emotion regulation
  • A client-centered, evidence-based approach tailored to your goals
  • Inclusive care that celebrates identity, creativity, and personal growth

At Compassion Coherence, we believe therapy should be accessible, supportive, and transformative. Iona embodies this philosophy—helping clients find balance through creativity and compassion.

Provider Highlight – Katherine Viara, LCSW — Dedicated Connecticut Therapist Supporting Your Journey to Emotional Wellness

At Compassion Coherence LLP, we’re committed to helping clients across Connecticut find balance, clarity, and strength through accessible, goal-focused therapy. We’re thrilled to introduce Katherine Viara, LCSW — a therapist who embodies compassion, collaboration, and evidence-based care.

Katherine takes a client-centered approach to therapy, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore life’s challenges. Her work integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use issues.

Whether you’re seeking virtual therapy in Connecticut or prefer traditional in-person care, Katherine tailors each session to your unique goals. Her approach encourages reflection, personal growth, and emotional resilience.

Katherine earned her Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University and Bachelor’s in Social Work from Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. She previously served as a Senior Counselor at Root Center for Advanced Recovery, where she worked with clients to develop personalized treatment plans that support recovery and overall mental health.

Her experience includes:

  • Behavioral health counseling for diverse populations
  • Telehealth counseling in Connecticut, offering flexible support options
  • Expertise in trauma therapy, CBT, and DBT for long-term emotional well-being

Outside her clinical work, Katherine values mindfulness, yoga, meditation, and painting, all of which reflect her holistic approach to healing and self-expression.

If you’re looking for a licensed therapist in Connecticut who provides compassionate, evidence-based care, Katherine Viara can guide you toward emotional clarity and renewed confidence.

📲 Call or text: 475-685-1938
📧 Email: info@compassioncoherence.com
🌐 Visit: www.compassioncoherence.com

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