Meet Our Therapists | WellBeing Sanctuary – Connecticut
Our Team

Compassionate Experts. Real Healing.

At the heart of WellBeing Sanctuary is a team of dedicated, highly trained clinicians who bring not only professional excellence but also deep personal commitment to the work of healing. We believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most powerful instruments of change — and we take that responsibility with the utmost care.

Our therapists are trained in a wide spectrum of evidence-based and integrative modalities, and each brings a unique lens to their work. What we all share is a fundamental belief: that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported on their journey toward wholeness.

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Laura Bertrand
Clinical Director

Laura Bertrand, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor | License #005014

Rooted in evidence-based care and integrative wellness, Laura empowers individuals to embrace their journey from shadow to light — guiding clients through compacted emotional soil to uncover clarity, wholeness, and quiet wisdom.

Trauma Therapy KAP IFS Brainspotting ART
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Allison Weyward
LGBTQIA+ Affirming

Allison Weyward, LMSW

Licensed Master Social Worker (Provisional)

A fat, queer LMSW offering compassionate, non-judgmental care for individuals navigating trauma, C-PTSD, anxiety, depression, and identity exploration — with a dedicated body liberation lens and over 7 years of experience.

LGBTQIA2S+ Body Liberation Trauma & PTSD Neurodivergent
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Pamela Karabeinikoff
Ages 12–25 Specialist

Pamela Karabeinikoff, LMSW

Licensed Master Social Worker

With a background in education and social work, Pamela brings a warm, grounded perspective to supporting young people through school transitions, neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ exploration, and the pivotal years of adolescence and early adulthood.

Ages 12–25 School Transitions Neurodivergent LGBTQ+ Affirming
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Mel Coleman
Pro Bono Available

Mel Coleman

Therapist | She/Her, They/Them

Mel is completing a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and offering free individual and group sessions through September 1 — especially for LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and chronically ill communities who face barriers to care.

Pro Bono LGBTQIA+ Neurodivergent ACT · CBT · DBT
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Our team will help match you with the right therapist based on your needs, preferences, and goals.

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