About

My name is Gwen Welch-Slaff and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Therapist, an Advanced Certified Hypnotherapist and overseer of The Healing Haven. I have been in the mental health field since 1979, focusing on adults, couples, teenagers, children and families. I began my career working with teen gang members on the streets of the South Bronx, New York and have since broadened and developed a practice to encompass all ages and issues. I have worked in hospitals, eating disorder clinics, schools, community outreach centers and private practices. I am a certified supervisor of clinicians new to the mental health field. I hold a Masters of Clinical Social Work degree from the State University of New York and a Certification of Advanced Hypnotherapy from the Wellness Institute in Issaquah, Washington. I also hold a Certification in Alcohol and Chemical Dependency from the University of Massachusetts.

Myself along with a group of wonderful clinicians encompass The Healing Haven.

Our website provides an overview of our approaches and an outline of the primary areas that we provide counseling for. The people we see in therapy come for help with issues such as difficulties in relationships, depression, anxiety, recovery from trauma, parenting issues, grief and loss, adjustment issues, eating disorders, chronic pain, career decisions, ADHD and addictions.

Our approach to therapy is tailored toward each unique person, family or couple who walks through our doors. Our theory base stems from family systems theory and our approaches utilize a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and/or heart-centered healing. In Layman’s terms, our approach is geared toward eliminating unwanted behavior or overwhelming feelings by finding the source of the issue and making connections with current difficulties. Within this process, we encourage a healthy release of feelings, which leads to healthier relationships and positive self-esteem.