Shirley Rilett 

Here are a few things that might be helpful for you to know about me:

I moved to the United States from Peru in my teens, and Stamford, CT, became my home. I served in the U.S. Army,  and after my honorable discharge, I pursued a Bachelor's Degree in General Science with a focus on Psychology, Human Development, and Family Studies from the University of Connecticut. I retired as a police officer and graduated with my Master's degree in Counseling from the University of Bridgeport.

Currently, I work at Kind Attention Behavioral Clinic, where I accept new clients and provide telehealth services. I am an EMDR-trained clinician by EMDRIA and utilize various therapeutic modalities, including DBT, CBT, SFT, and motivational interviewing. My goal is to work collaboratively with clients to help them achieve their personal objectives. I am also a COSP (Circle of Security Parenting) Facilitator, trained to guide caregivers through a structured, video-based program that focuses on understanding children's emotional needs and strengthening the parent-child attachment bond, rather than traditional behavioral discipline. 

On a personal note, I find joy in the little things, from spending time with my family to enjoying the antics of my beloved Rottweiler, Oso. As I navigate life’s challenges, including my journey through motherhood and the ups and downs of my career, I remain committed to supporting others in their healing processes.

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I hope you’ll find this space welcoming and encouraging. 

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Featured on News 12 CT, Stamford Moms, Love What Matters, Greenwich Time, Stamford Advocate, Greenwich Free Press and Parents Magazine. 

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Check out my blog! "The Ugly Duckling". 

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Thank you for being here!​