In Person Therapists in Stamford, CT

After developing and running the Track III Program for Schizophrenia at Hall Brooke Hospital in Westport, Ct in the early 90's, I went on staff at Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, Ct to further hone my craft at treating individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, bi-polar, eating disorders, self esteem issues, schizophrenia, trauma etc... For the past decade I have brought my keen ability to accurately and quickly diagnose symptoms to my private practice in Stamford, Ct, where I treat adolescents, teens and adults suffering from a multitude of issues.

Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.

In my 25 years of practice as a clinical psychologist, I have worked with adults and adolescents, as well as couples and families treating issues of adjustment, self-doubt, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and marital and parenting difficulties. I believe that healthy relationships are at the center of our emotional well-being and that an empathic relationship between client and therapist is essential to any treatment relationship. I provide such an environment so my clients feel comfortable confronting and working through the challenging issues that bring them into therapy.

Starting therapy can be overwhelming and scary, but together, we can work on figuring out where you want to go and remove the roadblocks in the way. I strive to help you find empowerment in your story by understanding how where you've been has led to where you are now. I use the relationship between my client and myself as a laboratory for exploration and development of the self.

I am a LCSW with over 16 years of experience working with adults, adolescents & children. My clinical expertise allows me to work with a wide range of presenting concerns. My training allows me to work with people across the life cycle and my knowledge of how intergenerational issues impact ones life in the present makes my track record for success very high for helping client's meet their goals and objectives. My practice style best described, always respects client's uniqueness while utilizing an evidenced based best practice approach that has proven success in treating a client's primary concern.

I am a therapist and have been providing mental health services for 4 years in outpatient and in home settings. and I address Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Depression, Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety Disorder, OCD, PTSD, Past Trauma, Sleep disturbances and more. I am interested in helping people to understand their patterns, build self-value and regulate their emotions. i work with individuals, couples, families and groups from all walks of life at many different levels in their desire for change.

Have you wondered if your child can benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me. I can help you or your child work through your difficulties and also help you become your own therapist by learning how to better deal with challenges that come up in life. I work well with clients struggling with anxiety, panic, relationship, eating and body image, and addiction issues. Clients often see reduction in symptoms and improved well being early on in therapy.

As your therapist, I provide a warm and supportive space where you can talk freely without being judged. I won't just sit there – instead, I'll ask questions, offer suggestions, and reflect on what you share. Together, we'll work on dealing with the things that are bothering you in your everyday life, be it challenges with relationships, work, or family. Whether our work is one-on-one, with you two as a couple, my clients gain valuable insights and practical tools to get unstuck and move forward. Imagine leaving each session feeling understood, empowered, and equipped to navigate life with confidence.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a speciality in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. My focus is on treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and personality disorders. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families, and the geriatric population.

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work with children, adolescents, parents, and individuals in the pregnancy and postpartum period. In addition to my private practice, I am a psychologist in New York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center's pediatric psychiatry department. With warmth and sensitivity, I aim to form a strong therapeutic relationship from which desired change can be effectively achieved. You may be feeling stressed by the demands of your parenting role, life transitions, or by your child’s complicated behavioral and emotional needs.

Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.

Are you an adult or teen wondering about psychotherapy? Do you have the sense that things could be better? We all have moments of feeling stuck in our lives, meaning that we are not progressing forward in an area of our life. We can feel stuck in our personal growth, in our relationships, in our parenting or in our professional lives. We can also feel bogged down in emotional states such as anxiety, depressed mood or lack of optimism. Together we can work to get you "unstuck" and feeling better about the direction of your life and your relationships.

Adelyn is a seasoned therapist dedicated to guiding individuals toward a life of fulfillment, purpose, and personal growth. Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Adelyn brings extensive experience from working in Mt. Sinai Hospital system’s top CBT and therapy programs. She has treated a diverse set of adult clients across all life stages, navigating a wide range of psychiatric and medical challenges in both outpatient and inpatient settings. She specializes in trauma- and stressor-related disorders, anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, executive functioning, and the intersection of medical conditions and mental health.

Finding a therapist can often times be overwhelming. It’s important to connect with your therapist and feel safe and comfortable in sharing your thoughts and feelings. So, I look forward to talking more about my approach and how I can be assistance with your unique situation and needs. We will take this journey together, to help you gain more insight and tools to break through in rediscovering a healthier relationship with yourself. My mission is to help you become empowered, and to make better choices so you can live your best life. My emphasis has included working with the LGBTQ community and unique challenges they face.

Life has many challenges, it's how you grow from your past that defines who you are in life. You may feel alone, misunderstood, and unfulfilled with your life or personal relationships. Perhaps you're having intense negative emotions. People typically enter therapy when they are in distress, although it's usually the long-term and underlying struggles that concern them the most. Initially, we will work quickly to address your immediate pain and provide relief. As therapy progresses, our focus may shift so you develop more positive and enriching relationships with yourself and others.

Tori has extensive training in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities proven to be highly effective, including DBT, CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy. She was a fellow in Columbia University’s DBT Training Program and trained by the renowned Behavioral Tech Institute. Working with adolescents through adulthood, Tori has cultivated a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing a wide range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. Her focus lies in the treatment of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation, OCD, anxiety-related disorders, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and couples/family issues.

I work collaboratively with you to create a safe, supportive relationship to help you to identify and attain your goals. So often we know what is wrong but don't know how to "fix it." I work with you to get to the heart of the matter, working closely with you to find joy and contentment in work, relationships and life. My expertise as a therapist, trainer, and supervisor has shown me that deep and lasting change is absolutely possible with guidance, caring, and courage. I learn new skills every year to help you to heal from anxiety, difficult and traumatic experiences and also in parenting challenges with your child and teenager.

Does your child seems to have more tantrums and more fears than other young children their age? Or the teacher has shared that your preschooler or kindergartener seems to be struggling and not making friends? Maybe your child has gone through something scary, and now you can't leave the room without them clinging to you. Perhaps you have welcomed a baby to the family, and bonding has been challenging. Or the relationship between you and your child is not what you had imagined it would be, and you seem to always end up in a power struggle. Or you'd like to work on the relationship with your autistic child.

After more than twenty-five years as a practicing attorney, I retrained as a pastoral psychotherapist. I chose this approach because I believe that we are all spiritual beings and in order to experience emotional healing and growth, it is important to attend to that which gives meaning to our lives, however we choose to express it. My experience as an attorney, along with my career transition, give me a unique perspective on the way challenging life experiences, even desirable ones, may impair emotional wellbeing. I am able to assist with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, and loss.