Female Therapists in Niantic, CT

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Julie Yale
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niantic, CT 06357
Is your child struggling emotionally or academically with school? Appear angry, dysregulated and overwhelmed at home? Do they get weepy or irritable on Sunday nights or after a school break? Are they struggling with peer relationships? If so, my approach with children is relational, empathic, and nurturing while empowering them with coping skills and social skills that will aim to reduce the worry and improve overall well being both at home and in school.
Is your child struggling emotionally or academically with school? Appear angry, dysregulated and overwhelmed at home? Do they get weepy or irritable on Sunday nights or after a school break? Are they struggling with peer relationships? If so, my approach with children is relational, empathic, and nurturing while empowering them with coping skills and social skills that will aim to reduce the worry and improve overall well being both at home and in school.
(860) 850-2751 View (860) 850-2751
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Judith Gruber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCEP, EMM
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357
I am a down-to-earth, friendly, interactive psychotherapist, couples counselor and life coach. My solution-focused work, support and practical feedback help you resolve both current problems and long-standing patterns. I can also accelerate your process by adding body-centered psychotherapy techniques that work directly on emotional blocks that keep you feeling trapped, no matter how much you have talked about them. With sensitivity and compassion, we will explore your conflicts to help you find your own unique solutions and coping strategies to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Visit my website www.judithgrubertherapy.com
I am a down-to-earth, friendly, interactive psychotherapist, couples counselor and life coach. My solution-focused work, support and practical feedback help you resolve both current problems and long-standing patterns. I can also accelerate your process by adding body-centered psychotherapy techniques that work directly on emotional blocks that keep you feeling trapped, no matter how much you have talked about them. With sensitivity and compassion, we will explore your conflicts to help you find your own unique solutions and coping strategies to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues. Visit my website www.judithgrubertherapy.com
(347) 308-7096 View (347) 308-7096
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Marlene Popeo Nickerson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, GC-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niantic, CT 06357  (Online Only)
I have been a Connecticut Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1995 and am now also licensed in the state of Florida, as well. I offer therapeutic services that emphasize quality of life, living life by life's terms and learning the skills for maintaining a healthy self within a marriage, family and other significant relationships. By focusing on the present yet acknowledging and accepting past patterns of behavior, my clients are able to make better choices that support healthier relationships.
I have been a Connecticut Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 1995 and am now also licensed in the state of Florida, as well. I offer therapeutic services that emphasize quality of life, living life by life's terms and learning the skills for maintaining a healthy self within a marriage, family and other significant relationships. By focusing on the present yet acknowledging and accepting past patterns of behavior, my clients are able to make better choices that support healthier relationships.
(860) 412-6918 View (860) 412-6918
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Katie Ziskind
Marriage & Family Therapist, BS, MA, LMFT, RTY500, ERTY200
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Niantic, CT 06357  (Online Only)
Are you fighting or arguing and feeling hopeless afterwards? Do you have a sexless marriage? Wishing you had more frequent sex? Wanting better communication skills, more intimacy and a better sex life? Are you stressed and frustrated with the state of your relationship? Stuck parenting and needing help rebuilding desire? It can be overwhelming without help. I help distant couples rebuild their sex life, talk about sex and intimacy in a confident and comfortable way, and overcome anger, betrayal, secret keeping, and infidelity. I would love to help you and your partner create a playful, passionate, erotic, and meaningful marriage.
Are you fighting or arguing and feeling hopeless afterwards? Do you have a sexless marriage? Wishing you had more frequent sex? Wanting better communication skills, more intimacy and a better sex life? Are you stressed and frustrated with the state of your relationship? Stuck parenting and needing help rebuilding desire? It can be overwhelming without help. I help distant couples rebuild their sex life, talk about sex and intimacy in a confident and comfortable way, and overcome anger, betrayal, secret keeping, and infidelity. I would love to help you and your partner create a playful, passionate, erotic, and meaningful marriage.
(860) 698-0253 View (860) 698-0253
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Aimee Morin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357  (Online Only)
Saturday appointments available! I'm Aimee, a therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression. With an approach rooted in evidence-based practices, I offer tailored support to help you navigate the road road to recovery.
Saturday appointments available! I'm Aimee, a therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression. With an approach rooted in evidence-based practices, I offer tailored support to help you navigate the road road to recovery.
(860) 846-3491 View (860) 846-3491
Arlene Havens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357
I have been privileged to work with clients in a variety of settings including schools, employee assistance programs, partial hospital programs as well as private practice. I enjoy working with tweens, adolescents, adults, including elders, couples and families. Most commonly clients present issues of depression, anxiety, relationship issues (including bullying), and issues related to trauma, abuse and addiction.
I have been privileged to work with clients in a variety of settings including schools, employee assistance programs, partial hospital programs as well as private practice. I enjoy working with tweens, adolescents, adults, including elders, couples and families. Most commonly clients present issues of depression, anxiety, relationship issues (including bullying), and issues related to trauma, abuse and addiction.
(860) 484-7964 View (860) 484-7964
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Dr Carole Olson, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357  (Online Only)
My primary focus is to help clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety and trauma related problems. I believe in a cooperative, open, results oriented approach to therapy where the client and I work as a team to identify and resolve problems. I believe in a comfortable environment where the interaction is both open and straight forward in which to foster a positive atmosphere for change.
My primary focus is to help clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety and trauma related problems. I believe in a cooperative, open, results oriented approach to therapy where the client and I work as a team to identify and resolve problems. I believe in a comfortable environment where the interaction is both open and straight forward in which to foster a positive atmosphere for change.
(401) 200-4030 View (401) 200-4030
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Eileen Grudier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Niantic, CT 06357
You can't sleep. Your heart races. You might feel sad most of the time. You feel like you're forcing yourself to do everyday things. Maybe you tried medication but you don't feel like it's helping. You may even be finding comfort in drugs or alcohol because they are the only things that make you feel better or not feel anything at all. This is what it might feel like to live with anxiety or depression.
You can't sleep. Your heart races. You might feel sad most of the time. You feel like you're forcing yourself to do everyday things. Maybe you tried medication but you don't feel like it's helping. You may even be finding comfort in drugs or alcohol because they are the only things that make you feel better or not feel anything at all. This is what it might feel like to live with anxiety or depression.
(860) 200-2567 View (860) 200-2567
Kathleen D Ross
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357
Depressed? Anxious? Mood Dysregulation? Behavior Difficulties? Need limited Case Management? Need someone to coordinate with other providers? Over the past 25+ years, I realize that I am skill based. Practicing strategies and techniques almost guarantees the client will successfully manage their life despite what is happening around them, their behavioral health issues or personal challenges. My 10 years of active duty military services strengthens my ability to work with military spouses and their families. I have 18 years working with children and their families.
Depressed? Anxious? Mood Dysregulation? Behavior Difficulties? Need limited Case Management? Need someone to coordinate with other providers? Over the past 25+ years, I realize that I am skill based. Practicing strategies and techniques almost guarantees the client will successfully manage their life despite what is happening around them, their behavioral health issues or personal challenges. My 10 years of active duty military services strengthens my ability to work with military spouses and their families. I have 18 years working with children and their families.
(860) 850-2209 View (860) 850-2209
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Tracey Dineen-Hutchins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357
Much of my work has been with individuals who have experienced extreme stress or trauma in their lives. Today, so many of us have experienced events in our lives which we have not felt comfortable talking about and that pain has continued inside of us. I offer a place for individuals to explore these issues and to discover how these stressors affect and change the way our brains work as well as ways to re-train our brains and work. I provide outpatient, individualized, holistic care and offer a safe and comforting environment. My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and help people become aware of their inner strengths.
Much of my work has been with individuals who have experienced extreme stress or trauma in their lives. Today, so many of us have experienced events in our lives which we have not felt comfortable talking about and that pain has continued inside of us. I offer a place for individuals to explore these issues and to discover how these stressors affect and change the way our brains work as well as ways to re-train our brains and work. I provide outpatient, individualized, holistic care and offer a safe and comforting environment. My focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and help people become aware of their inner strengths.
(860) 861-7047 View (860) 861-7047
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Dr. Kristin Barnhart
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357  (Online Only)
Your expectations for emotional and physical intimacy with your partner aren’t panning out the way you thought they would. You’re exhausted from the daily grind and some life transitions that haven't been easy. In the beginning, it was easy to put a lot of energy and attention into your relationship because of all the excitement and anticipation. But after the honeymoon phase, you got into a rhythm of work, chores, and maybe kids too. Now communication is breaking down quickly and you have no idea how to get close again. Nothing you try is working. You need professional expertise that works and you need it now!
Your expectations for emotional and physical intimacy with your partner aren’t panning out the way you thought they would. You’re exhausted from the daily grind and some life transitions that haven't been easy. In the beginning, it was easy to put a lot of energy and attention into your relationship because of all the excitement and anticipation. But after the honeymoon phase, you got into a rhythm of work, chores, and maybe kids too. Now communication is breaking down quickly and you have no idea how to get close again. Nothing you try is working. You need professional expertise that works and you need it now!
(860) 333-8773 View (860) 333-8773
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Lauryl Spera
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357
Life at times can feel overwhelming and challenging. My goal is to assist my clients in achieving their personal goals and improve their overall quality of life. My therapeutic approach is an eclectic mix of person-centered, CBT, DBT, gender responsive treatment, and trauma focused therapy. I have experience working with clients with a variety of issues including Addiction, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, family and relationship issues, trauma, grief and loss, and personal development.
Life at times can feel overwhelming and challenging. My goal is to assist my clients in achieving their personal goals and improve their overall quality of life. My therapeutic approach is an eclectic mix of person-centered, CBT, DBT, gender responsive treatment, and trauma focused therapy. I have experience working with clients with a variety of issues including Addiction, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, family and relationship issues, trauma, grief and loss, and personal development.
(860) 245-9658 View (860) 245-9658
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Madelyn Straub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357
We are Change Counseling. Let us help you on your journey. We provide a holistic and non-judgmental approach to individual and couples therapy.
We are Change Counseling. Let us help you on your journey. We provide a holistic and non-judgmental approach to individual and couples therapy.
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Patricia Healy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Niantic, CT 06357  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who employs a family systems theoretical perspective in doing counseling with adults, adolescents, and children. Depending upon the particular client, I will conduct individual, couple/marital, or family sessions to help individuals gain insight into the dynamics of his or her family of origin. This approach includes an examination of the manner in which these behavior patterns are currently influencing the client's relationships with dating partners, spouses, children, in-laws, friends, co-workers, supervisors, employers, and other significant individuals in the client's life.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who employs a family systems theoretical perspective in doing counseling with adults, adolescents, and children. Depending upon the particular client, I will conduct individual, couple/marital, or family sessions to help individuals gain insight into the dynamics of his or her family of origin. This approach includes an examination of the manner in which these behavior patterns are currently influencing the client's relationships with dating partners, spouses, children, in-laws, friends, co-workers, supervisors, employers, and other significant individuals in the client's life.
(860) 631-4209 View (860) 631-4209
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Erin Gardner-Flores, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Niantic, CT 06357
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the pressures of life or haunted by your past? I collaborate with my clients to gain understanding of unhealthy patterns, make sense of how past experiences are impacting them today, and develop more effective approaches to handling life’s challenges. During my 15 years of practice, I have helped many clients gain confidence, manage their emotions, and develop healthy alternatives for coping with stress.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with the pressures of life or haunted by your past? I collaborate with my clients to gain understanding of unhealthy patterns, make sense of how past experiences are impacting them today, and develop more effective approaches to handling life’s challenges. During my 15 years of practice, I have helped many clients gain confidence, manage their emotions, and develop healthy alternatives for coping with stress.
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Jennifer R. Laptew Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Niantic, CT 06357
Your life feels like a mess, full of anxiety and panic. Your brain replays a loop of a past event or trauma that haunts you, leaving you feeling out of control. It's like you could crumble at any moment. You find yourself anticipating the next time panic or a nightmare will trap you. You miss the days where you were positive about life and you were happy and at ease. Now you feel afraid of things that used to be part of your everyday life. It's as if your mind and body have been hijacked. Your mind is filled with worries and self-doubt, and you no longer feel like you have much control over your body.
Your life feels like a mess, full of anxiety and panic. Your brain replays a loop of a past event or trauma that haunts you, leaving you feeling out of control. It's like you could crumble at any moment. You find yourself anticipating the next time panic or a nightmare will trap you. You miss the days where you were positive about life and you were happy and at ease. Now you feel afraid of things that used to be part of your everyday life. It's as if your mind and body have been hijacked. Your mind is filled with worries and self-doubt, and you no longer feel like you have much control over your body.
(860) 863-4630 View (860) 863-4630
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Nancy Harvey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Niantic, CT 06357
Not accepting new clients
My approach to therapy is relational and client-centered. I firmly believe that having a safe and supportive relationship with a client is the most important part of the therapy process. I help clients identify their inherent strengths and then together we identify what is getting in the way of living the life they want to be living.
My approach to therapy is relational and client-centered. I firmly believe that having a safe and supportive relationship with a client is the most important part of the therapy process. I help clients identify their inherent strengths and then together we identify what is getting in the way of living the life they want to be living.
(860) 362-2464 View (860) 362-2464

More Therapists Nearby

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Caitlin Blackburn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, RMT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
I am a licensed social worker (LMSW) and Reiki Master with a deep passion for working with both adults and teens. Whatever the situation, if you're feeling anxious, discouraged, and even hopeless, I see and honor you. It is important to have someone with you to sit with you in the discomfort and pain. I am ready to walk with you and guide you through your journey towards healing and growth. With an emphasis on holistic healing, I focus on the mind/body connection in order to help you come back to full alignment. Using a collaborative and client driven approach, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for deep and lasting change.
I am a licensed social worker (LMSW) and Reiki Master with a deep passion for working with both adults and teens. Whatever the situation, if you're feeling anxious, discouraged, and even hopeless, I see and honor you. It is important to have someone with you to sit with you in the discomfort and pain. I am ready to walk with you and guide you through your journey towards healing and growth. With an emphasis on holistic healing, I focus on the mind/body connection in order to help you come back to full alignment. Using a collaborative and client driven approach, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for deep and lasting change.
(860) 600-7602 View (860) 600-7602
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Eileen Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333  (Online Only)
I thank you for reaching out during these challenging times. I have been in private practice for the last 16 yrs. My approach is to create a climate of support, empathy and compassion where together we can develop solutions for your concerns. I specialize in helping adults with relationships of all kinds - whether it be in a marriage - with family members (siblings or parents) or even in the workplace - reach out if you could use some help.
I thank you for reaching out during these challenging times. I have been in private practice for the last 16 yrs. My approach is to create a climate of support, empathy and compassion where together we can develop solutions for your concerns. I specialize in helping adults with relationships of all kinds - whether it be in a marriage - with family members (siblings or parents) or even in the workplace - reach out if you could use some help.
(203) 423-0287 View (203) 423-0287
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Kc Hespeler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
Are you anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, or just don't feel like yourself? If you are experiencing a major life change, anxiety, or stress - therapy will be beneficial. Just like you, I understand the challenges of balancing life’s responsibilities with mental health & well being. I help people navigate their own journeys to mental and holistic health. I believe that life’s early experiences and major life events influence the ways we live and relate to others in the present.
Are you anxious, overwhelmed, stressed, or just don't feel like yourself? If you are experiencing a major life change, anxiety, or stress - therapy will be beneficial. Just like you, I understand the challenges of balancing life’s responsibilities with mental health & well being. I help people navigate their own journeys to mental and holistic health. I believe that life’s early experiences and major life events influence the ways we live and relate to others in the present.
(860) 362-3921 View (860) 362-3921
Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.