Eric Rubenstein, LCSW
Specialties:
Trauma & PTSD
Anxiety & Emotional Regulation
Grief & Loss
Burnout & Stress Management
Men’s Issues
Recovery & Relapse Prevention
Trauma & EMDR Therapist in Connecticut and Maine
Eric Rubenstein is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Connecticut and Maine who helps teens, young adults, and adults navigate trauma, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. His approach is grounded in authenticity, compassion, and collaboration, helping clients slow down, make sense of their experiences, and rebuild a sense of safety and self-trust.
Eric specializes in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based approach that helps clients process painful memories and experiences without reliving every detail. He integrates CBT, DBT, ACT, IFS, and Motivational Interviewing, tailoring therapy to each client’s unique needs, goals, and pace.
Clients often describe Eric as calm, grounded, and deeply attentive, someone who brings clarity to complexity. His work supports people who feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, burnout, or self-doubt, including those in recovery or high-stress professions.
Whether you’re healing from trauma, coping with loss, or learning to reconnect with yourself, Eric offers a steady presence and practical tools to help you move forward with confidence and purpose.
Full Specialty List:
Trauma & PTSD
Complex Trauma / C-PTSD
Anxiety & Panic
Depression & Mood Disorders
Grief & Loss
Life Transitions & Adjustment
Burnout & Stress Management
Career & Academic Stress
Men’s Issues
Anger Management
Recovery & Relapse Prevention
Substance Use & Harm Reduction
Health Anxiety & Somatic Symptoms
ADHD & Executive Functioning
Bipolar Disorder
Emotional Regulation & Resilience
Populations Served:
Teens & Adolescents (13–17)
Young Adults (18–25)
Adults (26+)
Healthcare & Mental Health Professionals
First Responders & Helping Professionals
Individuals in Recovery or Early Sobriety
High-Achieving or Gifted Individuals
Entrepreneurs & Professionals Experiencing Burnout
Grieving Individuals & Trauma Survivors
LGBTQIA+ Affirming
Men Seeking Emotional Growth & Balance
Therapeutic Approaches:
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Person-Centered & Strengths-Based Counseling
Trauma-Informed & Recovery-Oriented Care
Integrative, Evidence-Based Therapy
Current Availability:
- Client, Connecticut
“Eric helped me process trauma I’d carried for years in a way that finally felt safe. I understand myself differently now, and feel lighter.”
- Client, Maine
“Working with Eric gave me tools to manage anxiety and burnout without judgment. Therapy finally feels like a place where I can breathe.”
FAQs
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Yes, Eric is currently accepting new clients for virtual therapy across Connecticut and Maine.
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Yes. Eric specializes in trauma recovery using EMDR, a structured, evidence-based approach that helps clients process distressing experiences safely and effectively
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Early sessions focus on building trust, clarifying goals, and developing tools for stability and emotional regulation before deeper trauma work begins.
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Yes. As someone in long-term recovery himself, Eric brings insight and empathy to supporting clients navigating substance use, relapse prevention, and emotional growth in recovery.
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Eric combines evidence-based care with real-world understanding. His clients appreciate his grounded style, sense of humor, and ability to make therapy feel both approachable and deeply impactful.
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Yes, Eric provides secure telehealth sessions for clients across Connecticut and Maine, offering accessible and flexible care from the comfort of home.
