Frank Basler Susie Basler
Welcome to our website. We trust it will give you a sense of the philosophy that supports our work.
As we journey through life, there are joyful times and bumpy ones – times when it would be good to share our struggles with an experienced coach/therapist who listens deeply.
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29 East Main Street, Westport, CT
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"In the well of our being is being well"
Our goal is to help you reconnect with your innate ability to grow toward wholeness and healing, bringing…
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More aliveness in your relationships and daily living,
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Confidence -- greater clarity about your strengths, while reducing limiting beliefs,
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Less need to protect yourself as you engage authentically in being seen, heard, and accepted.
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Opportunities to hone skills that can be used in various settings in your life
Susie Basler, MA, LMSW

MA, University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration, BS, University Wisconsin. Training in…
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DBT
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Anxiety reduction
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Adolescent psychology
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Crisis responses
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Leadership skills/management
For 30 years I had the privilege of being the Director of Project Return, a 7-bed group home for teenaged girls in crisis in Westport. During that time we provided a home for over 160 girls.
I worked with the girls and coached and supported parents in an effort to reunify families; interfaced with schools, therapists, and other resources. I hired, trained, and coached staff. We were a training site for graduate schools of social work. Currently, I am a social worker for Willows Pediatrics in Westport.
I listen deeply and bring you a wealth of experience and hard-earned wisdom, offering...
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Empathy for how hard it is to parent,
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A reservoir of skills and knowledge of what works with teenagers,
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Understanding of the needs of teenagers: how to stay connected while setting healthy boundaries,
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The difficulty of raising children in an affluent community,
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A chance to reflect on how we were parented and what that means for our parenting,
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Tools to reduce anxiety and to navigate blind spots and roadblocks,
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A deep knowledge of life.
My goal is to partner with you to find ways to affirm, and utilize your strengths.
I look forward to talking with you.
Contact me at 203-820-1225 or susielbasler@gmail.com
Frank Basler
Being Well with your Self, with your Work, and in your Soul

As a therapist or coach, I bring you a wealth of experience and wisdom. I can help you deal with important issues you may be struggling with as you grow toward "being well" in three areas:
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At work, an increased ability to resolve conflict and facilitate growth in others. I have a background as an organization effectiveness consultant and leadership coach.
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Less anxiety and greater self-worth/confidence. Trained as a psychotherapist, I have also worked through my own mid-life struggles with depression and anxiety.
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Spiritual wellbeing: A deepening spiritual life and/or a strengthened sense of meaning or purpose in your life. A recently ordained minister, I have a disciplined meditation and contemplative prayer practice.
To see more about my background, click on my Linkedin profile here
You will find me a consummate listener,
helping you listen to your own wisdom and strengths.
Call me at 203-345-5682 for a free conversation to get acquainted.
BA, Yale University
SM (MBA), Sloan School of Management, M.I.T.
MDiv, Union Theological Seminary
NPsyA, Westchester Institute for Training in Psychotherapy
$150 per one-hour session.
Each of us has a limited number of reduced rate openings.
Cancellation Policy
We request 24 hours notice to either cancel or reschedule.
Otherwise, we shall ask you to pay the full cost of the session.
Contact:
Questions? Please call Susie at 203-820-1225 or Frank at 203-345-5682
or fill out the form below
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