SEYLA COUNSELING INTRODUCES

Dr. Kevin Mertens
CT Licensed Psychologist 002722,
FL Licensed Psychologist PY10004

Hailing from Miami, Florida, Dr. Kevin Mertens brings care and compassion to all his patients and has a way of making each one feel important .... because to Dr. Mertens, they are! He is a licensed psychologist in the states of Connecticut and Florida.

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"I believe that mental health is not just about managing symptoms, it is about having a resilient inner self and healthy relationships. It's about prolonging the impact of simple joys and meaningful moments to enhance our quality of life! My mission is to help you find a pathway for healing in a painless, compassionate, and efficient way".

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"I aim to educate my patients in a safe environment while offering them necessary comprehensive care. I understand that many people have anxiety about mental health treatment, so I've created a soothing environment and employ a convenient scheduling system that allows you to participate in your session at our office, online, and even in the comfort of your home. By combining the latest technology with traditional techniques, I can strive to give our patients the best care anyone can offer".

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He completed his undergraduate studies at Florida International University over 20 years ago. Right after graduation, he worked as a counselor for "at risk" youth in school settings and a Juvenile Justice diversionary program in the community. While attending Pacific Graduate School of Psychology (now Palo Alto University) where he received his M.S. and Ph.D., he continued to work with trauma-exposed youngsters from ages 6 to 14 in school settings. He also counseled adults, couples and families in community health settings. His American Psychological Association-accredited internship gave him valuable experience working with persons with severe and persisting mental illness at the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS). His post-doctoral training allowed him to hone his skills at the University of Connecticut Department of Psychology DMHAS Research Division. Upon licensure in the State of Connecticut in 2006, he worked in medical rehabilitation, long-term care, and secured behavioral health settings. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he enjoys sunshine wherever he can find it: hiking, swimming, riding his sportbike, or cruising with the top down.

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I treat persons of all ages from 6 to 104 with AD/HD, adjustment disorder, anger management/impulse control, anxiety, bipolar, depression, disorders of conduct, eating disorders, grief/loss, personality disorders, schizophrenia, sleep disorders, smoking cessation, substance/alcohol abuse, and trauma (emotional/physical/sexual abuse, combat-related, accident/injury).

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I help persons through couple/marital problems, divorce, family dysfunction, career/work problems.

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I help persons mange complex health issues such as amputation, bariatric surgery, cancer, chronic pain, colostomy/ileostomy, CPAP use, diabetes, motor vehicle accidents, MS/ALS/Parkinson's, and general medication/treatment adherence.

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I help older persons cope with the changes that occur late in life, including loss of independence, transition to assisted living/long term care, loss of support resources.