Our Therapists

Root & Return Wellness is a Connecticut-based therapy and healing collective of trauma-informed, soul-centered therapists devoted to meaningful connection and care.

Explore our therapists below to learn more about their backgrounds, approaches, and specialties. When you find someone who feels like the right fit, we’d love to help you get started. And if you’re not sure where to begin, our team can guide you in finding the therapist who’s the best fit for you.

Rachel Forbes
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Founder
LCSW

Accepting New Clients:

No

Accepts Insurance:

Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, HUSKY Health/Medicaid, Magellan, Medicare, United Health Care (UHC) and also Out-of-Network Benefits

I founded Root & Return Wellness on the belief that to be human is to experience a wide range of emotions, each uniquely our own, yet also intertwined with our relationships and sense of connection. I believe the path to healing and growth begins with reconnecting to one’s self and the leadership already within you.

Catherine Khang Banson
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Therapist
LMSW

Accepting New Clients:

Yes, with current waitlist

Accepts Insurance:

Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, HUSKY Health/Medicaid, and also Out-of-Network Benefits

Compassion, acceptance, and kindness are the grounds for change and transformation. I commit to cultivating a sense of safety and agency as you explore your emotions, thoughts, and sensations, and to helping you “feel felt” through deep listening.

Laura Jarvis
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Therapist
LMSW

Accepting New Clients:

Yes, with current waitlist

Accepts Insurance:

Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, HUSKY Health/Medicaid, and also Out-of-Network Benefits

I offer a holistic, “out of the box” approach, drawing from my depth of life experience and education, to provide clients with a sense of feeling safe, seen and understood. I take an individualized, practical, down to earth approach in guiding and facilitating change.

Krisanna "Kris" Valencia
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Therapist
LMSW

Accepting New Clients:

Yes

Accepts Insurance:

Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, HUSKY Health/Medicaid, and also Out-of-Network Benefits

Healing doesn't have to begin with having everything figured out. Sometimes it starts with simply having a space where you can take a deep breath, be yourself, and know that you don't have to carry everything alone.