Beth VanKeuren Maldonado - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

26 years experience

About Beth VanKeuren Maldonado

As a licensed therapist in Connecticut, I bring over two decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through life’s most complex emotional challenges. My practice specializes in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and self-esteem.

I offer an empathetic approach that centers on understanding each person’s unique journey. My expertise spans a wide range of focus areas, including supporting adults, navigating life transitions, addressing workplace stress, healing from trauma, and supporting those going through significant life stages and experiences.

My therapeutic style emphasizes creating a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and rediscover their inner strength. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression,
PTSD, relationship challenges, chronic pain, or seeking greater self-understanding, I’m committed to walking alongside you with genuine care and professional guidance.

I believe in the power of compassionate, personalized support to help you move toward healing, growth, and a more fulfilling life.

Licenses

LCSW

005811

Professional experience

Addictions
ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
LGBT
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Sleeping disorders
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Incredibly qualified, kind, genuine, helpful and flexible. I really feel like she’s a true fit for me because she’s very relatable and understands me very well. Very grateful for her continuous validation and reassurance.”

“She is the right professional to treat my trauma and I would highly recommend her”

“Excellent”

“I really needed someone impartial to be fair and honest and Beth provides that and I’m truly grateful!”

“Beth's support and insight are such important factors in my weekly contentedness-scale. My confidence and self-appreciation have greatly improved!”

“It was a good session, Beth seemed very professional while also making the conversation seem very casual.”

“Beth is wonderful!”

“Beth and I have been working together for 6 months. She has been a great support and help to talk through recurring issues and solve long term trauma.”

“Beth is a great, understanding therapist. I look forward to our sessions.”

“Beth is very helpful and relatable. she's a great listener and summarizes my verbal diarrhea into cogent, actionable items ✅️”

“Beth has been an integral part of getting a handle on my mental health and navigating a significant amount of life changes. Her compassionate approach as well as her practicality makes her the best therapist I have ever had.”

“Beth makes me feel very comfortable opening up to her”

“10/10 would recommend. i feel seen and heard. she provides great resources and advice, drawing from a multitude of modalities and experience in the field and as a human ♡ sees clearly to the heart of an issue or experience to help create action steps towards my goals. helps me feel less afraid to persist in my journey of self.”

“Beth is an amazing therapist. She’s insightful, thoughtful, and has the experience needed to address my concerns.”

“Beth and I just started but so far she has been great in understanding and talking through what is going on currently in my life.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.