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meta·​mor·​pho·​sis: a profound change in how you move through life

Through the dark, toward the light

Virtual therapy for change in New York, Connecticut, and Illinois

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This is a place to understand what’s keeping you stuck so you can emerge differently

There are moments in life when you know something isn’t right, even if you can’t neatly explain it. You may feel shut down, disconnected, or stuck repeating reactions you thought you’d outgrown.

And even in those moments, something new is possible

Simply being here and asking for help is a step toward that change.

Your reaction, perspective, and what you bring to your experiences shape how they unfold. Together, we’ll identify the patterns impacting your well-being and collaborate on new strategies to help you move from surviving to thriving.

Dara Caputo, LCSW-R

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My approach to therapy is rooted in real transformation: a collaborative process that asks you to be willing, engaged, and accountable. We’ll make both small and large adjustments in your responses to create new pathways for sustainable change.

In our work together, I'll draw on insight-oriented therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational therapy, and mindfulness practices, while making space for your own insight and lived experiences. These therapy modalities support my passion for true metamorphosis, rather than sitting in stagnation.

 

Outside of sessions, I’m an active mental health advocate, serving on the boards of two nonprofits and leading community workshops. Otherwise, you can find me with my husband, our two kids and their significant others, and our two dogs, finding ways to bring creativity into everyday moments.

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Your Metamorphosis in Motion

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a caterpillar on the ground

You may arrive feeling stuck on the ground

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A cocoon

Through therapy, you begin transforming from within

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A butterfly flying freely

So you can move forward soaring lighter and freer

Ways to Work Together

Individual, Family, and Couples Therapy

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For anyone ready to stop being at the mercy of their reactions and start choosing what happens next in their lives.

Performance Coaching

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For driven individuals who want to communicate clearly, manage effectively, and lead from their strengths in high-pressure environments.

Speaking Engagements

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Workshops and seminars for communities, organizations, and schools focused on the less visible parts of change, how to better understand yourself as you move through them, mental health diagnoses, and mental health first aid. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Rates vary depending on your needs and the type of support you’re looking for. We can talk through your specific situation during your consultation and see whether working together feels like the right fit.

  • I do not accept insurance, but if you have out-of-network benefits, I can provide the documentation you need to receive reimbursement.

  • I ask for at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations. Late cancellations may be subject to a fee, though I understand that life is not always neat or predictable. 

  • My practice is primarily virtual, taking clients from New York, Connecticut, and Illinois. Sessions take place through a HIPAA/HITECH-compliant platform designed to keep your information secure. I do offer some in-person sessions, so please let me know on our consultation how you would prefer to meet. 

  • Therapy is a space to better understand your emotional life, your patterns, and what’s shaping the way you move through the world. Coaching is centered on the environments where you’re expected to show up, communicate clearly, and perform under pressure, whether that’s at work, in leadership, athletics, or another high-responsibility setting. 

Change begins with the choice to show up for yourself in a new way

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Get in Touch

To book a consult call, please fill out the form here, email, or text or call me directly and I’ll respond within 24 hours.

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