Trauma-informed
We understand how experiences shape the nervous system, and we pace every session with safety, trust, and choice at the center.
RZ Therapy Solutions
Child therapist in Colchester CT helping children and teens feel understood, safe, and ready to grow.
A place where children and teens feel understood, safe, and ready to grow.
Specialized, play-based and trauma-informed therapy for children, teens, and families in Colchester and across Connecticut.
In-person & telehealth
Neurodiversity-affirming
Children, teens & families
Our mission
Specialized therapy for children, teens, and their families
Welcome to RZ Therapy Solutions PLLC. We're glad you're here. We provide trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming care for children, adolescents, and their families — including adults navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting. We aim to empower each person to heal, grow, and live authentically.
We're here to walk with you every step of the way.
— Rebecca Ziskind, Owner, RZ Therapy Solutions
How we care
How we support children and families
Evidence-based, child-centered care shaped around connection, safety, and the whole family—not a one-size-fits-all model.
Neurodiversity-affirming
We honor different ways of thinking, feeling, and being—helping kids and adults understand their brains rather than trying to "fix" them.
Person-centered
Every plan is collaborative. We walk alongside you at your pace, highlighting resilience and the strengths already present in you and your family.
Developmentally Adaptive
Moving beyond traditional talk therapy, we provide specialized approaches to support your child at any age.
Who we support
Challenges we help children & teens with
From big feelings to big transitions—specialized support for children, teens, and the families who love them.
Anxiety & worry
Worries, panic, and racing thoughts that make school, friendships, and daily life feel heavier than they need to be.
ADHD
Challenges with focus, hyperactivity, impulse control, and daily functioning—support that works with your child's brain, not against it.
Emotion regulation
Big feelings, meltdowns, and shutdowns—building tools that actually work at home, at school, and beyond.
Trauma & adverse experiences
Helping children and teens process difficult experiences in a safe, paced, and developmentally appropriate way.
School stress & avoidance
Academic pressure, school refusal, and confidence—so school doesn't have to feel impossible.
Self-esteem & identity
Self-worth, belonging, and growing into who they are—with less shame and more confidence.
Pregnancy, postpartum & parenting
Support for adults navigating the emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, and the journey of parenthood.
Atmosphere
A calm space for real conversations
Moments of presence, warmth, and quiet strength—the feeling we cultivate in every session.
Our clinicians
Meet the team
Licensed clinicians who specialize in children, teens, and families—bringing warmth, play-based expertise, and clinical integrity to every session.
Owner · LPC, NCC
Rebecca Ziskind
LMSW
Ashlee Cannon
LPCA
Madison Marcavage
LCSW
Mackenzie Vigil
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful information about our counseling services, session formats, practice hours, and getting started.
Who do you work with?
Children ages 0+, teenagers, young adults, parents, and families
What issues do you help with?
Big emotions, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, coming-of-age issues, college application stress, dating & relationships, breakups, self-confidence, and complex family dynamics.
Do you offer in-person and telehealth sessions?
Yes, both in-office and telehealth options are available.
Where are you located?
What are your hours?
Monday – Friday: 9 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 9 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
How can I get in touch?
Call or text: (860) 266-6358
Schedule a free consultation today
Ready to take the next step? Fill out the form below or call us—we offer in-person sessions in Colchester and virtual care throughout Connecticut.