Eric Bolella, LMFT
Trauma-focused licensed marriage and family therapist
- Solution-focused methods
- Telehealth practice
- Systemic trauma focus
About Eric Bolella
Eric Bolella is a licensed psychotherapist and an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with individuals and families on a range of concerns. He holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Central Connecticut State University, earned in 2013, and brings a decade of clinical experience to his practice.
His early work included outpatient services with inner city youth and low income families in New Britain, Connecticut. He has served as a clinician in a therapeutic adolescent boys group home and later managed a therapeutic adolescent girls group home, gaining hands-on experience with young people and family systems in residential settings.
More recently he managed a nonprofit, state funded clinical domestic violence program that emphasized reforming abusive behaviors and repairing family bonds with the goal of keeping families together and preventing state intervention. He now maintains a private practice delivered through telehealth modalities.
Eric describes himself as a systemic thinker with a strong focus on trauma. His therapeutic work is grounded in solution-focused strategies delivered in a Socratic conversational style, with notable influences from Internal Family Systems, Compassionate Inquiry, and narrative methods. His clinical strengths include addressing general life stress, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, trauma-related issues, intimate relationship concerns, and life cycle transitions.
His early work included outpatient services with inner city youth and low income families in New Britain, Connecticut. He has served as a clinician in a therapeutic adolescent boys group home and later managed a therapeutic adolescent girls group home, gaining hands-on experience with young people and family systems in residential settings.
More recently he managed a nonprofit, state funded clinical domestic violence program that emphasized reforming abusive behaviors and repairing family bonds with the goal of keeping families together and preventing state intervention. He now maintains a private practice delivered through telehealth modalities.
Eric describes himself as a systemic thinker with a strong focus on trauma. His therapeutic work is grounded in solution-focused strategies delivered in a Socratic conversational style, with notable influences from Internal Family Systems, Compassionate Inquiry, and narrative methods. His clinical strengths include addressing general life stress, grief and loss, depression and anxiety, trauma-related issues, intimate relationship concerns, and life cycle transitions.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Eric Bolella have?
Eric Bolella has 10 years of clinical experience.
Is Eric Bolella a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. His Connecticut license is CT LMFT 1755.
In which languages does Eric Bolella provide therapy?
Eric provides therapy in English.
Where is Eric Bolella located?
Eric is located in Connecticut.
How can I work with Eric Bolella as my therapist?
You can work with Eric through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Eric Bolella work with international clients?
Eric Bolella does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Eric Bolella cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Eric often blends Solution-Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy with client-centered attitudes to meet each person's needs. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical steps and small, achievable changes that move a person toward their goals; it is useful for resolving immediate problems and building momentum. Narrative Therapy encourages clients to examine the stories they tell about themselves and their relationships, helping them reframe challenges and discover alternative perspectives that support healing. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and the therapist's genuine presence, creating space for clients to explore feelings and values at their own pace.Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Eric works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting strategies as the work evolves to ensure a good fit.
Online therapy with Eric is offered through several flexible formats - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - which can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent care across distance, support ongoing progress between sessions, and make scheduling more convenient for clients balancing work, family, or other responsibilities.