Optum Therapists in Preston, CT
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Ashley Krzywicki
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Preston, CT 06365 (Online Only)
Welcome! We live in stressful times where we need support more than ever. Maybe your searching for guidance with a big decision or want help with a difficult relationship. Does your adolescent/teenager need help getting through life's transitions? If you are looking for new ways to grow and break free from stress in life, and could benefit from a non-judgmental place to work through life’s challenges; let me help you find understanding, healing, and peace. In my 14+ years of experience, I have found that "difficult roads often lead to beautiful places."
Welcome! We live in stressful times where we need support more than ever. Maybe your searching for guidance with a big decision or want help with a difficult relationship. Does your adolescent/teenager need help getting through life's transitions? If you are looking for new ways to grow and break free from stress in life, and could benefit from a non-judgmental place to work through life’s challenges; let me help you find understanding, healing, and peace. In my 14+ years of experience, I have found that "difficult roads often lead to beautiful places."
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Flourish Therapeutics LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Preston, CT 06365 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! We are NOT currently accepting clients! Flourish Therapeutics is here to work with you in whatever stage you are at. Sometimes, we are the beginning of the journey, sometimes the end, and most often helping along the way to better health and a fulfilling life. Join us as individuals, families, or couples! We will use the knowledge we gain from getting to know you to determine what the best treatment modality and course of action is!
Hello! We are NOT currently accepting clients! Flourish Therapeutics is here to work with you in whatever stage you are at. Sometimes, we are the beginning of the journey, sometimes the end, and most often helping along the way to better health and a fulfilling life. Join us as individuals, families, or couples! We will use the knowledge we gain from getting to know you to determine what the best treatment modality and course of action is!
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Jennifer A Tattersall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCDP, CBIS
Verified Verified
Preston, CT 06365
Despite difficulties in life, I believe people have an amazing amount of resilience and strength. I work to enhance their strength that gets lost when overwhelmed by challenges. Using multiple modalities, individuals move beyond their old story and into the life they desire. I have heard from clients that "therapy has never helped me" and clients of mine have achieved their goals. I have specialty training with trauma which, by definition is "a deeply distressing or disturbing experience". I assist people in trusting their innate abilities to make decisions from a healthy perspective.
Despite difficulties in life, I believe people have an amazing amount of resilience and strength. I work to enhance their strength that gets lost when overwhelmed by challenges. Using multiple modalities, individuals move beyond their old story and into the life they desire. I have heard from clients that "therapy has never helped me" and clients of mine have achieved their goals. I have specialty training with trauma which, by definition is "a deeply distressing or disturbing experience". I assist people in trusting their innate abilities to make decisions from a healthy perspective.
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For every problem there is a solution, if you are struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship difficulties, I provide a path to recovery . One element stands out to be true for each of the individuals I have treated in the past ten years working as a social worker; everyone innately needs to be seen and heard. This is when the therapeutic process of healing begins and what I give to each individual whole heartedly. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW, I have a Master's degree in Social Work, an associates degree in Drug and Alcohol counseling and am trained in Emotional Freedom Technique.
For every problem there is a solution, if you are struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship difficulties, I provide a path to recovery . One element stands out to be true for each of the individuals I have treated in the past ten years working as a social worker; everyone innately needs to be seen and heard. This is when the therapeutic process of healing begins and what I give to each individual whole heartedly. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW, I have a Master's degree in Social Work, an associates degree in Drug and Alcohol counseling and am trained in Emotional Freedom Technique.
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Hatina Terras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, NCC, CCISM
Verified Verified
Norwich, CT 06360
Whether struggling with a particular issue, or feeling that there should be more to life, I appreciate the opportunity to help individuals move toward wellness. I have over ten years of experience helping manage issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, substance use disorders, domestic violence, and family conflict.I strive to provide a caring, safe, and confidential environment to explore issues that may be getting in the way of a more personally fulfilling life. It is my goal to provide individuals with the tools needed to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors to a more rewarding place in their lives.
Whether struggling with a particular issue, or feeling that there should be more to life, I appreciate the opportunity to help individuals move toward wellness. I have over ten years of experience helping manage issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, substance use disorders, domestic violence, and family conflict.I strive to provide a caring, safe, and confidential environment to explore issues that may be getting in the way of a more personally fulfilling life. It is my goal to provide individuals with the tools needed to move beyond old, limiting beliefs and behaviors to a more rewarding place in their lives.
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Aditi Gohil
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwich, CT 06360
Taking the step to call a therapist can feel intimidating. It can be scary becoming so vulnerable with someone you don't know. I strive to create and maintain a relaxed, supportive and honest therapeutic relationship. One where you can feel comfortable discussing any aspect of your life that "doesn't feel right."
Taking the step to call a therapist can feel intimidating. It can be scary becoming so vulnerable with someone you don't know. I strive to create and maintain a relaxed, supportive and honest therapeutic relationship. One where you can feel comfortable discussing any aspect of your life that "doesn't feel right."
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Jon Zane - Emdr + Sport's Performance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gales Ferry, CT 06335
Are you feeling stuck experiencing intrusive thoughts, hyper-vigilance, nightmares, and other symptoms that often disrupt your daily life? Are you an athlete, first responder, veteran, active duty member or someone who is skeptical about how EMDR can assist you with your mental health? Do you want to decrease anxiety and optimize performance or heal from the impact of witnessing and / or experiencing distress / trauma? As an athlete and first responder, I know first hand how it feels to be stuck by past trauma. Myself and my clients have felt like we cannot perform optimally and confidentially because we are stuck by our past.
Are you feeling stuck experiencing intrusive thoughts, hyper-vigilance, nightmares, and other symptoms that often disrupt your daily life? Are you an athlete, first responder, veteran, active duty member or someone who is skeptical about how EMDR can assist you with your mental health? Do you want to decrease anxiety and optimize performance or heal from the impact of witnessing and / or experiencing distress / trauma? As an athlete and first responder, I know first hand how it feels to be stuck by past trauma. Myself and my clients have felt like we cannot perform optimally and confidentially because we are stuck by our past.
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Thomas Nicholas Shusterman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Norwich, CT 06360
I enjoy working with patients working through significant life events and/or chronic struggles with mood regulation and personality disorders. I work a lot with patients who recently lost loved ones or those who are working through chronic anxiety related to life transitions such as graduating school, moving homes, job changes, and recent relationship changes. Many of my patients are actively seeking to increase their quality of life, while others are seeking a safe port in the storm. either way, I appreciate the opportunity to be part of their journey.
I enjoy working with patients working through significant life events and/or chronic struggles with mood regulation and personality disorders. I work a lot with patients who recently lost loved ones or those who are working through chronic anxiety related to life transitions such as graduating school, moving homes, job changes, and recent relationship changes. Many of my patients are actively seeking to increase their quality of life, while others are seeking a safe port in the storm. either way, I appreciate the opportunity to be part of their journey.
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Dennis Goguen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwich, CT 06360
Providing creative counseling solutions within a safe, caring and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have been providing clients with opportunities of growth and change for the past 20 years by utilizing a variety of therapeutic treatment approaches to include: CBT, Trauma Treatment, EFT, ACT, Solution Focused Counseling, Couples Therapy, and Mind-Body Spirit.
Providing creative counseling solutions within a safe, caring and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have been providing clients with opportunities of growth and change for the past 20 years by utilizing a variety of therapeutic treatment approaches to include: CBT, Trauma Treatment, EFT, ACT, Solution Focused Counseling, Couples Therapy, and Mind-Body Spirit.
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Mary Sebatindira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwich, CT 06360 (Online Only)
How often in our busy lives do we have the opportunity to have another person truly listen to your thoughts, fears, hopes, ambitions? Sadly, not as often as we would like. My name is Mary Sebatindira, I have been a psychotherapist for over 9 years. I have worked with many populations which include: adults struggling with addiction, children/teens, and family work.
How often in our busy lives do we have the opportunity to have another person truly listen to your thoughts, fears, hopes, ambitions? Sadly, not as often as we would like. My name is Mary Sebatindira, I have been a psychotherapist for over 9 years. I have worked with many populations which include: adults struggling with addiction, children/teens, and family work.
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Balanced Mental Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Norwich, CT 06360 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! My name is Simone and before our first session, I want you to know my goal is to help you feel heard, and show you that therapy can be a very relaxing, judgement free zone where you can be unapologetically you. Building a trusting and safe relationship is important to me, as I am a non-judgmental and honest person who truly does have a passion for working with people. It is my belief that you are the experts of your own stories, and I am here to help you accept or tweak what is no longer serving you, or support you in no longer second guessing yourself
Hello and welcome! My name is Simone and before our first session, I want you to know my goal is to help you feel heard, and show you that therapy can be a very relaxing, judgement free zone where you can be unapologetically you. Building a trusting and safe relationship is important to me, as I am a non-judgmental and honest person who truly does have a passion for working with people. It is my belief that you are the experts of your own stories, and I am here to help you accept or tweak what is no longer serving you, or support you in no longer second guessing yourself
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Alliance Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ledyard, CT 06339
Welcome! Thank you for checking out what we have to offer in your search for a therapist who can meet your unique therapy needs. We are provide services in person or via telehealth. Unfortunately we have waiting lists as follows: For 100% telehealth, our waiting list is 4-6 months for adults, couples, or teens 16+. For in person services, waiting lists are 5-9 months for ages 10 and up and couples; 6-12 months for children under 10 or family therapy. Unfortunately we do not have openings after 2pm or on weekends. We do our best to return calls within 2 business days, but if it takes longer, know that we WILL call you back!
Welcome! Thank you for checking out what we have to offer in your search for a therapist who can meet your unique therapy needs. We are provide services in person or via telehealth. Unfortunately we have waiting lists as follows: For 100% telehealth, our waiting list is 4-6 months for adults, couples, or teens 16+. For in person services, waiting lists are 5-9 months for ages 10 and up and couples; 6-12 months for children under 10 or family therapy. Unfortunately we do not have openings after 2pm or on weekends. We do our best to return calls within 2 business days, but if it takes longer, know that we WILL call you back!
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I’m Carleigh Hannah, LCSW and I’m here to help. My goal is to provide a safe place to explore current life challenges. I am here to root you on when things are going well, encourage you to look deeper into underlining meanings, support you through difficult life decisions and transitions. I treat ADHD, Anxiety disorders, Autism, Bipolar disorders, Depression, Personality disorders, Schizophrenia, PTSD. I am an ally to our LGBTQ+ community and have experience with educating and advocating for LGBTQ+ misconceptions.
I’m Carleigh Hannah, LCSW and I’m here to help. My goal is to provide a safe place to explore current life challenges. I am here to root you on when things are going well, encourage you to look deeper into underlining meanings, support you through difficult life decisions and transitions. I treat ADHD, Anxiety disorders, Autism, Bipolar disorders, Depression, Personality disorders, Schizophrenia, PTSD. I am an ally to our LGBTQ+ community and have experience with educating and advocating for LGBTQ+ misconceptions.
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Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
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Life is challenging navigating the peaks and valleys throughout our lifetime. Some people can feel the mounting pressures closing in. Well, it's time to breathe fresh air again. Whether you are battling with depression, struggling with anxiety, or managing everyday life stressors, I am here to help you navigate all the twists and curves. Together we will learn how to respond to life's difficult challenges while building a strong sense of worth. You deserve to achieve your goals, and happiness.
Life is challenging navigating the peaks and valleys throughout our lifetime. Some people can feel the mounting pressures closing in. Well, it's time to breathe fresh air again. Whether you are battling with depression, struggling with anxiety, or managing everyday life stressors, I am here to help you navigate all the twists and curves. Together we will learn how to respond to life's difficult challenges while building a strong sense of worth. You deserve to achieve your goals, and happiness.
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What would you say about your sex life right now? "It's complicated"! These words have been spoken by countless clients. Sex therapy is a specific type of counseling designed to treat sexual problems affecting both individuals and couples. Sex therapy can alleviate a wide variety of issues including: body image and self-esteem issues; conflict with religious belief/sexuality; confusion about sexual orientation; gender identification; difficulty experiencing orgasm; difficulty maintaining errections; erectile dysfunction; lack of sexual desire; negative attitudes or fear towards sex due to previous traumatic experience; premature ejaculation; health/disability; BDSM/various fetishes; and stress/anxiety regarding sexual performance.
What would you say about your sex life right now? "It's complicated"! These words have been spoken by countless clients. Sex therapy is a specific type of counseling designed to treat sexual problems affecting both individuals and couples. Sex therapy can alleviate a wide variety of issues including: body image and self-esteem issues; conflict with religious belief/sexuality; confusion about sexual orientation; gender identification; difficulty experiencing orgasm; difficulty maintaining errections; erectile dysfunction; lack of sexual desire; negative attitudes or fear towards sex due to previous traumatic experience; premature ejaculation; health/disability; BDSM/various fetishes; and stress/anxiety regarding sexual performance.
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Kathryn Noonan Beauchemin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Stonington, CT 06359
Hello! My name is Kathryn Noonan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and soon to be Registered Play Therapist (RPT). I have been working as an elementary school social worker for the past 8 years and am so excited to continue my work with children and families outside of school! I am passionate about helping tiny humans and their adult caregivers navigate the twists and turns of life while creating and maintaining secure attachments with each other.
Hello! My name is Kathryn Noonan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and soon to be Registered Play Therapist (RPT). I have been working as an elementary school social worker for the past 8 years and am so excited to continue my work with children and families outside of school! I am passionate about helping tiny humans and their adult caregivers navigate the twists and turns of life while creating and maintaining secure attachments with each other.
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Nicole Livingston
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakdale, CT 06370 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients: Mon-Thurs availability. My goal is to help you thrive and be the person you are meant to be- happy, passionate, and uniquely you. I offer an empathetic, safe space to explore who you are, work through struggles, and find what empowers you. Through exploration, acceptance, and identification of belief systems, thoughts, feeling, and behaviors- we together can help you bloom! Depending on your individual goals and experiences, we can incorporate DBT skills, CBT work, mindfulness, creative expression, and other unique tools that specifically fit you!
Accepting new clients: Mon-Thurs availability. My goal is to help you thrive and be the person you are meant to be- happy, passionate, and uniquely you. I offer an empathetic, safe space to explore who you are, work through struggles, and find what empowers you. Through exploration, acceptance, and identification of belief systems, thoughts, feeling, and behaviors- we together can help you bloom! Depending on your individual goals and experiences, we can incorporate DBT skills, CBT work, mindfulness, creative expression, and other unique tools that specifically fit you!
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Marcelyn Dallis-Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, REAT, MA, MAE
Verified Verified
Norwich, CT 06360
I have had the honor of helping clients work through life challenges for over 20 years. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Expressive Arts Therapist, I am able to offer support using the arts as part of the psychotherapy process. My approach is humanistic, person-centered and holistic. Through this creative and non-threatening process, clients are able to reach their personal goals. I believe we are all born with intrinsic self-knowledge. Together we can reconnect to this inner wisdom and kindle new and profound ways to move through the world.
I have had the honor of helping clients work through life challenges for over 20 years. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Expressive Arts Therapist, I am able to offer support using the arts as part of the psychotherapy process. My approach is humanistic, person-centered and holistic. Through this creative and non-threatening process, clients are able to reach their personal goals. I believe we are all born with intrinsic self-knowledge. Together we can reconnect to this inner wisdom and kindle new and profound ways to move through the world.
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Yasmine Sasannejad
Counselor, ATR-BC, LMHC, LPC, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwich, CT 06360 (Online Only)
Hello! I’m an Art Therapist who works with adults facing challenges with depression, anxiety, stress, grief and loss, transitions, parenting and more. My practice blends traditional talk therapy, mindfulness, and the expressive arts to support and empower my clients. I use a gentle and authentic approach to therapy and believe in meeting each person where they are. I have a special interest in supporting clients through burnout, including parents and caregivers, as well as other helping professionals.
Hello! I’m an Art Therapist who works with adults facing challenges with depression, anxiety, stress, grief and loss, transitions, parenting and more. My practice blends traditional talk therapy, mindfulness, and the expressive arts to support and empower my clients. I use a gentle and authentic approach to therapy and believe in meeting each person where they are. I have a special interest in supporting clients through burnout, including parents and caregivers, as well as other helping professionals.
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy