Magellan Therapists in Wallingford, CT
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Why now? That is the first question I ask clients when beginning their therapeutic journey. What life challenges are you facing that lead you here? Establishing trust and alliance with clients is paramount to successful treatment. My approach is solution focused, utilizing motivational techniques and strategies to encourage clients to increase personal coping skills and self-assurance. My focus is to treat symptoms and help my clients to create skills and strategies that can be utilized throughout your daily life. I am here to help you begin your journey to your better self, NOW!
Why now? That is the first question I ask clients when beginning their therapeutic journey. What life challenges are you facing that lead you here? Establishing trust and alliance with clients is paramount to successful treatment. My approach is solution focused, utilizing motivational techniques and strategies to encourage clients to increase personal coping skills and self-assurance. My focus is to treat symptoms and help my clients to create skills and strategies that can be utilized throughout your daily life. I am here to help you begin your journey to your better self, NOW!
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I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, peer and relationship difficulties. I work with adolescents struggling with self esteem and identity issues.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, peer and relationship difficulties. I work with adolescents struggling with self esteem and identity issues.
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Centerpiece Behavioral Health Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492
Our goal is to help you by supporting your continued self-development and vision toward self-awareness and a healthy emotional state of being. At Centerpiece Behavioral Health Services we aim at creating a safe space to focus on healing and prospective on life's challenges. If you are dealing with life stressors, anxiety, depression, work related stress, adjustment and life transitions or just need a listening ear of someone with an objective prospective, counseling maybe for you. We are dedicated to helping you focus on your inner strength, self-care and self-improvement.
Our goal is to help you by supporting your continued self-development and vision toward self-awareness and a healthy emotional state of being. At Centerpiece Behavioral Health Services we aim at creating a safe space to focus on healing and prospective on life's challenges. If you are dealing with life stressors, anxiety, depression, work related stress, adjustment and life transitions or just need a listening ear of someone with an objective prospective, counseling maybe for you. We are dedicated to helping you focus on your inner strength, self-care and self-improvement.
Sandra Gonsalves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
My name is Sandra Gonsalves. I have been providing counseling support to chldren, adolescents,and adults for over 15 years. I provide all types of treatment; individual, family, and marital counseling. I offer a safe and supportive therapeutic environment to assist you in developing the necessary coping skills needed to tackle life's expected but most often unexpected challenges. With my counseling experience I can guide you through depression,anxiety,school-related issues, and relationship struggles. No issue is too big nor too smal for me to help you with.
My name is Sandra Gonsalves. I have been providing counseling support to chldren, adolescents,and adults for over 15 years. I provide all types of treatment; individual, family, and marital counseling. I offer a safe and supportive therapeutic environment to assist you in developing the necessary coping skills needed to tackle life's expected but most often unexpected challenges. With my counseling experience I can guide you through depression,anxiety,school-related issues, and relationship struggles. No issue is too big nor too smal for me to help you with.
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Frank J Chovitz
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC, CADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Typically, the usual approach to addiction begins with the premise that something is broken, and needs to be fixed. You will often be given a list of things to do,and a time frame to do it in. I believe that my job is to help you reflect on why you behave and think the way that you do, and coach you to begin the process of making the changes you need to make in your life in order to heal. Change begins with you. It is important to become more solution-focused, and not distracted by worry and anxiety.
Typically, the usual approach to addiction begins with the premise that something is broken, and needs to be fixed. You will often be given a list of things to do,and a time frame to do it in. I believe that my job is to help you reflect on why you behave and think the way that you do, and coach you to begin the process of making the changes you need to make in your life in order to heal. Change begins with you. It is important to become more solution-focused, and not distracted by worry and anxiety.
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Openings for Telehealth Only. Whether you are facing life's challenges or seeking to better understand your thoughts, feelings, actions and experiences, I want to be here for you on your journey. I specialize in the assessment, diagnosis & treatment of adults & adolescents. Using a collaborative and strength-based approach to therapy, I am able to provide short-term solution focused therapy or longer-term therapy for more complex issues. I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, consistent & authentic relationship to provide support & new skills in your growth & self-discovery process.
Openings for Telehealth Only. Whether you are facing life's challenges or seeking to better understand your thoughts, feelings, actions and experiences, I want to be here for you on your journey. I specialize in the assessment, diagnosis & treatment of adults & adolescents. Using a collaborative and strength-based approach to therapy, I am able to provide short-term solution focused therapy or longer-term therapy for more complex issues. I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, consistent & authentic relationship to provide support & new skills in your growth & self-discovery process.
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Adolescent & Family Counseling Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492
I am Linda Rosenfield, LCSW, Intake Coordinator. Our goal & service mark since 1980: "Helping You Solve Life's Problems". Clients have ability & answers within themselves; our role is to help you see alternatives and have self-confidence to make healthy changes. I'm proud of our clients and our success in helping them to heal & grow. CT licensed clinicians with varied backgrounds, skills, degrees, & expertise: ADHD; Anger Management; Anxiety; Behavior problems; Couples'; Depression; Early childhood; Educational; Grief; Hypnotherapy; Medical Issues; Parenting; PTSD; Sex Abuse/Incest Survivors; Stress Management; Smoke-ending; & more!
I am Linda Rosenfield, LCSW, Intake Coordinator. Our goal & service mark since 1980: "Helping You Solve Life's Problems". Clients have ability & answers within themselves; our role is to help you see alternatives and have self-confidence to make healthy changes. I'm proud of our clients and our success in helping them to heal & grow. CT licensed clinicians with varied backgrounds, skills, degrees, & expertise: ADHD; Anger Management; Anxiety; Behavior problems; Couples'; Depression; Early childhood; Educational; Grief; Hypnotherapy; Medical Issues; Parenting; PTSD; Sex Abuse/Incest Survivors; Stress Management; Smoke-ending; & more!
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Emily Stivers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults and couples who are struggling with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, stress, and grief. I work from a person-centered, strengths-based approach, implementing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness into my work with clients. I believe that by identifying and challenging our faulty assumptions and patterns of negative thinking, we can begin to view the world more positively and improve our relationships with others.
I specialize in working with adults and couples who are struggling with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, stress, and grief. I work from a person-centered, strengths-based approach, implementing Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic theory, and mindfulness into my work with clients. I believe that by identifying and challenging our faulty assumptions and patterns of negative thinking, we can begin to view the world more positively and improve our relationships with others.
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As a therapist, I take pleasure in using a humanistic approach to help individuals develop and gain the insight needed to explore how past, and present experiences impact their ability to manage life's daily stressors. Anxiety, feelings of depression, and unresolved traumatic events can often leave you feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. I strive to establish a therapeutic relationship that builds on trust, honesty, and compassion in an effort to help individuals manage their emotions and challenges in a positive effective way.
As a therapist, I take pleasure in using a humanistic approach to help individuals develop and gain the insight needed to explore how past, and present experiences impact their ability to manage life's daily stressors. Anxiety, feelings of depression, and unresolved traumatic events can often leave you feeling hopeless and overwhelmed. I strive to establish a therapeutic relationship that builds on trust, honesty, and compassion in an effort to help individuals manage their emotions and challenges in a positive effective way.
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Amanda Kedzior
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Waitlist for new clients
Wherever you are in your therapy journey, just starting out and have never been or have been in therapy for some time, I am happy to meet and join you toward reaching your goals. One of the most important factors when searching for a therapist is making sure it is a good fit. For me, good fit means feeling accepted and not judged.
Wherever you are in your therapy journey, just starting out and have never been or have been in therapy for some time, I am happy to meet and join you toward reaching your goals. One of the most important factors when searching for a therapist is making sure it is a good fit. For me, good fit means feeling accepted and not judged.
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Nicole Wetmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, my name is Nicole Wetmore and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut who provides individual psychotherapy to adults (18+) both virtually and in-person. I received my Master's Degree from Southern Connecticut State University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology.
Hello, my name is Nicole Wetmore and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut who provides individual psychotherapy to adults (18+) both virtually and in-person. I received my Master's Degree from Southern Connecticut State University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology.
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I believe we all have the capacity to learn and grow as individuals. I also believe it can be hard to heal our deepest wounds without support from others. I strive to cultivate a nonjudgmental, supportive space where my clients feel safe to work on sensitive issues. The first goal of therapy is often to improve your ability to deal with whatever problem is immediately in front of you. The next is to raise awareness of patterns in your daily life that prevent you from obtaining the peace and fulfillment you desire. We'll work together to get unstuck and find a way forward.
I believe we all have the capacity to learn and grow as individuals. I also believe it can be hard to heal our deepest wounds without support from others. I strive to cultivate a nonjudgmental, supportive space where my clients feel safe to work on sensitive issues. The first goal of therapy is often to improve your ability to deal with whatever problem is immediately in front of you. The next is to raise awareness of patterns in your daily life that prevent you from obtaining the peace and fulfillment you desire. We'll work together to get unstuck and find a way forward.
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Charles Kirby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wallingford, CT 06492
Do you often find yourself overthinking or feeling stuck, unmotivated, emotional, or lost? Are you looking for hope, direction, and peace of mind? Through over 20 years of experience in human services with adults, adolescents, and seniors from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, I have developed an eclectic and collaborative approach to working with people that includes focus on: Changing negative/unhelpful thinking, finding life balance, understanding and regulating emotion, managing relationship issues, overcoming motivational difficulties, learning to enjoy the present, and coping with trauma and addiction
Do you often find yourself overthinking or feeling stuck, unmotivated, emotional, or lost? Are you looking for hope, direction, and peace of mind? Through over 20 years of experience in human services with adults, adolescents, and seniors from a variety of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, I have developed an eclectic and collaborative approach to working with people that includes focus on: Changing negative/unhelpful thinking, finding life balance, understanding and regulating emotion, managing relationship issues, overcoming motivational difficulties, learning to enjoy the present, and coping with trauma and addiction
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Nick Kopazna
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wallingford, CT 06492
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have over 17 years of experience working in a variety of settings that include group programs, therapeutic foster care, residential programming, crisis management, therapeutic schooling, and private practice. My experience focuses on developing prosocial behavior, identifying adaptive coping skills, utilizing feeling identification, and implementing stress/anger management techniques. While working with clients, I take a collaborative approach that builds on strengths to help move toward goals and alleviate stress/strong negative emotions.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have over 17 years of experience working in a variety of settings that include group programs, therapeutic foster care, residential programming, crisis management, therapeutic schooling, and private practice. My experience focuses on developing prosocial behavior, identifying adaptive coping skills, utilizing feeling identification, and implementing stress/anger management techniques. While working with clients, I take a collaborative approach that builds on strengths to help move toward goals and alleviate stress/strong negative emotions.
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Susan C Feldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamden, CT 06518
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years experience in working with individuals, families, couples and children. I have worked in mental health and substance abuse programs as well as in private practice. I work closely with ny clients on emotional issues as well as concrete issues that might include legal complications, housing needs, finances, entitlements. I ofen advocate for my client with organizations and agencies who coordinate housing, unemployment, entitlements, court support services and education. In this way I help my clients address the real life needs that often result in depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years experience in working with individuals, families, couples and children. I have worked in mental health and substance abuse programs as well as in private practice. I work closely with ny clients on emotional issues as well as concrete issues that might include legal complications, housing needs, finances, entitlements. I ofen advocate for my client with organizations and agencies who coordinate housing, unemployment, entitlements, court support services and education. In this way I help my clients address the real life needs that often result in depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction
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Jamie Dynderski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Haven, CT 06513
Jamie Dynderski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Connecticut. She received her Masters in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Connecticut with a concentration in Individuals, Groups, & Families. Jamie has provided individual and family therapy as well as facilitated groups. Jamie continues to pursue advanced training in working with adolescents and families regarding trauma. Her practice approach focuses on the individual strengths of the client and creating a treatment plan to feed the unique needs of each client. Jamie has experience working with diverse clients, providing both brief and long-term treatment.
Jamie Dynderski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Connecticut. She received her Masters in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Connecticut with a concentration in Individuals, Groups, & Families. Jamie has provided individual and family therapy as well as facilitated groups. Jamie continues to pursue advanced training in working with adolescents and families regarding trauma. Her practice approach focuses on the individual strengths of the client and creating a treatment plan to feed the unique needs of each client. Jamie has experience working with diverse clients, providing both brief and long-term treatment.
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Catherine Stone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middletown, CT 06457
Waitlist for new clients
It is inevitable that life brings its share of pain and suffering. Sometimes this pain and suffering can be overwhelming and prevent us from living a meaningful and happy life. We can start feeling despair, hopeless, or stuck. Trauma, loss, mental illness, and stressful life events are just some of the complicating factors. With over 25 years of experience working in the field of mental health and wellness, I can help you work through the challenges you face and lead you to a more fulfilling life. I offer both short-term and long-term models of psychotherapy for adults and youth of all ages and walks of life.
It is inevitable that life brings its share of pain and suffering. Sometimes this pain and suffering can be overwhelming and prevent us from living a meaningful and happy life. We can start feeling despair, hopeless, or stuck. Trauma, loss, mental illness, and stressful life events are just some of the complicating factors. With over 25 years of experience working in the field of mental health and wellness, I can help you work through the challenges you face and lead you to a more fulfilling life. I offer both short-term and long-term models of psychotherapy for adults and youth of all ages and walks of life.
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Best Practice Psychotherapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamden, CT 06514
If you are ready for a lasting change, I aim to help individuals address issues not limited to difficulties managing anxiety, depression, anger control, negative attitude, low self esteem or difficulty maintaining healthy relationships. Additionally, If you are struggling to move past the impact of trauma, and/or adjustment to life transitions, I will help you reach the goals that you want.
If you are ready for a lasting change, I aim to help individuals address issues not limited to difficulties managing anxiety, depression, anger control, negative attitude, low self esteem or difficulty maintaining healthy relationships. Additionally, If you are struggling to move past the impact of trauma, and/or adjustment to life transitions, I will help you reach the goals that you want.
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Sharon Anthony
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cheshire, CT 06410 (Online Only)
My private practice generalizes in mental health and addictions/codependency treatment for men and women. I specialize in women's mental health concerns associated with childbearing cycles, reproduction, women's mood and addictions disorders. These issues would include pregnancy and postpartum issues, pregnancy loss, abortion issues, infertility, adoption, PMS and menopause. I offer a comfortable, safe place to discuss what is important to you and I have a strong therapeutic background in helping you to improve your coping skills and to help achieve your goals.
My private practice generalizes in mental health and addictions/codependency treatment for men and women. I specialize in women's mental health concerns associated with childbearing cycles, reproduction, women's mood and addictions disorders. These issues would include pregnancy and postpartum issues, pregnancy loss, abortion issues, infertility, adoption, PMS and menopause. I offer a comfortable, safe place to discuss what is important to you and I have a strong therapeutic background in helping you to improve your coping skills and to help achieve your goals.
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Erica Guzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LADC
Verified Verified
Hamden, CT 06518 (Online Only)
Hello potential teammates! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Erica Guzman, my background includes working with individuals who have struggled with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. This includes experience working with those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mood disorders. If you feel you have been experiencing stress related to your mental health and well being, I'd love to chat with you about what your experiencing to better help you conquer your health!
Hello potential teammates! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Erica Guzman, my background includes working with individuals who have struggled with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. This includes experience working with those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mood disorders. If you feel you have been experiencing stress related to your mental health and well being, I'd love to chat with you about what your experiencing to better help you conquer your health!
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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