Transgender Therapists in Waterford, CT
With over a decade of telethealth experience (long before COVID-19 led to an increase in telehealth), and with most of our practitioners having 1-2 decades or more of experience, our practice is ready to tackle some of the most complex challenges you can bring us. We're currently taking clients for diagnostic evaluations, couples, & group therapy.
With over a decade of telethealth experience (long before COVID-19 led to an increase in telehealth), and with most of our practitioners having 1-2 decades or more of experience, our practice is ready to tackle some of the most complex challenges you can bring us. We're currently taking clients for diagnostic evaluations, couples, & group therapy.
New London County Psychologists and Counselors
Psychologist, LMFT, LPC, PhD, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterford, CT 06385
With literally hundreds of therapists in New London County alone, it is hard to know who to see. There are so many different degrees, license types, and approaches. By contacting us, we'll help you find a good match with a therapist in our Waterford practice. If we cannot find you a good match within our practice, we will find you one outside of it either nearby or elsewhere in the county (evaluation required).
With literally hundreds of therapists in New London County alone, it is hard to know who to see. There are so many different degrees, license types, and approaches. By contacting us, we'll help you find a good match with a therapist in our Waterford practice. If we cannot find you a good match within our practice, we will find you one outside of it either nearby or elsewhere in the county (evaluation required).
I have spent the last several years working with youth, adolescents, and young adults who struggle with emotional and behavioral issues that hinder their lives. I am unique to this space as I am also a full time State Trooper and have an extensive background in the criminal justice system. My work over the years have been helping people in the areas of education issues, peer problems, truancy, trauma, oppositional defiance, depression and juvenile delinquency.
I have spent the last several years working with youth, adolescents, and young adults who struggle with emotional and behavioral issues that hinder their lives. I am unique to this space as I am also a full time State Trooper and have an extensive background in the criminal justice system. My work over the years have been helping people in the areas of education issues, peer problems, truancy, trauma, oppositional defiance, depression and juvenile delinquency.
East Lyme Psychological Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterford, CT 06385
We are a group of therapists who provide therapy for children and adults through the lifespan. We also offer psychological evaluations for all ages. Our therapists have specialties to help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, adoption issues, behavioral problems, grief and loss, and end of life issues. Let us help you with identifying and meeting your personal goals in a warm, supportive setting.
We are a group of therapists who provide therapy for children and adults through the lifespan. We also offer psychological evaluations for all ages. Our therapists have specialties to help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, adoption issues, behavioral problems, grief and loss, and end of life issues. Let us help you with identifying and meeting your personal goals in a warm, supportive setting.
Rhonda Spaziani
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterford, CT 06385
I have a broad range of counseling experience and have worked with many personal, behavioral, and cultural issues over my 20+ year counseling career. I utilize a holistic approach to help you create positive change within your life. We all encounter transitions in our lifetime (e.g., divorce, relationship issues, illness, death of loved ones, occupational conflicts, separation from employment, end of military service, empty nests, etc.), but it is often the way we respond to these challenges more than the actual challenges themselves that impacts our overall physical and emotional health and wellbeing.
I have a broad range of counseling experience and have worked with many personal, behavioral, and cultural issues over my 20+ year counseling career. I utilize a holistic approach to help you create positive change within your life. We all encounter transitions in our lifetime (e.g., divorce, relationship issues, illness, death of loved ones, occupational conflicts, separation from employment, end of military service, empty nests, etc.), but it is often the way we respond to these challenges more than the actual challenges themselves that impacts our overall physical and emotional health and wellbeing.
Davin J Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Waterford, CT 06385 (Online Only)
Now Accepting Aetna Clients. Have you found yourself feeling sad, moody or upset lately? Do you have difficulty concentrating or find yourself often tired or dragging? Maybe difficulty sleeping? These are problems that I can help you to better manage and alleviate. My goal is to develop a therapeutic relationship with every client, based on trust, honesty, understanding and compassion, while using effective treatment methods that can improve your quality of life. Therapy can help reduce negative thoughts, unwanted emotions, improve relationships, and increase personal insight and awareness.
Now Accepting Aetna Clients. Have you found yourself feeling sad, moody or upset lately? Do you have difficulty concentrating or find yourself often tired or dragging? Maybe difficulty sleeping? These are problems that I can help you to better manage and alleviate. My goal is to develop a therapeutic relationship with every client, based on trust, honesty, understanding and compassion, while using effective treatment methods that can improve your quality of life. Therapy can help reduce negative thoughts, unwanted emotions, improve relationships, and increase personal insight and awareness.
Relying on the help and support of others can be uncomfortable. You may be at the point in your life where you are in desperate need to talk to someone. Maybe you are struggling internally, pushing your feelings determined not to show them, afraid of backlash from friends and family, or dealing with this constant idea of being "normal." It is always the right time to explore where you are now, where you want to be, and how you can get to where you want to be. The great thing about this journey is that you don't have to do it alone.
Relying on the help and support of others can be uncomfortable. You may be at the point in your life where you are in desperate need to talk to someone. Maybe you are struggling internally, pushing your feelings determined not to show them, afraid of backlash from friends and family, or dealing with this constant idea of being "normal." It is always the right time to explore where you are now, where you want to be, and how you can get to where you want to be. The great thing about this journey is that you don't have to do it alone.
Carleigh Hannah
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterford, CT 06385
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.
Danielle Montemerlo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterford, CT 06385
Not accepting new clients
Are you stuck in a cycle that you have tried to get out of, but can't? Is your depression, anxiety, or addiction continuing that cycle of not being able to work towards your life goals? Do you need help finding the motivation to change, and the potential to life a happy and fulfilling life? I might be the therapist for you, to help you in your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience working in different settings and a variety of concerns that people have come to me with.
Are you stuck in a cycle that you have tried to get out of, but can't? Is your depression, anxiety, or addiction continuing that cycle of not being able to work towards your life goals? Do you need help finding the motivation to change, and the potential to life a happy and fulfilling life? I might be the therapist for you, to help you in your journey. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience working in different settings and a variety of concerns that people have come to me with.
Dan Fortunato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterford, CT 06385
Not accepting new clients
"Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up". Life is a journey with many hurdles and potholes, but these challenges are also tremendous learning and growing opportunities. I support people with a wide range of challenges and have witnessed amazing transformations.
"Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up". Life is a journey with many hurdles and potholes, but these challenges are also tremendous learning and growing opportunities. I support people with a wide range of challenges and have witnessed amazing transformations.
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Over my 10 year career I have gained significant experience and training working with anxiety, depression, trauma/domestic violence, gender dysphoria, personality disorders, and perinatal mood disorders.
It takes courage to ask for help and be vulnerable with a stranger. I am here to help make that process as comfortable for you as possible. Whether you have struggled with mental health symptoms for a significant time, or need support navigating a current life stressor, we can work together towards healing and growth. You don't need to do this alone, and I am here to support you in whatever ways you wish to make changes.
Over my 10 year career I have gained significant experience and training working with anxiety, depression, trauma/domestic violence, gender dysphoria, personality disorders, and perinatal mood disorders.
It takes courage to ask for help and be vulnerable with a stranger. I am here to help make that process as comfortable for you as possible. Whether you have struggled with mental health symptoms for a significant time, or need support navigating a current life stressor, we can work together towards healing and growth. You don't need to do this alone, and I am here to support you in whatever ways you wish to make changes.
Nikki Danish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New London, CT 06320
Diet culture's insidious messages have confused many of us and complicated our relationship with food and our bodies. If you or your teenager is struggling with shame, guilt, and worry around eating, I teach self-compassion skills that support a holistic, intuitive, and confident way of living. I have a passion for providing brave spaces for individuals living in marginalized bodies and am a LGBTQIA+ gender affirming care provider. I love helping people of all ages become confident, intuitive eaters and rebuild their relationship with their bodies.
Diet culture's insidious messages have confused many of us and complicated our relationship with food and our bodies. If you or your teenager is struggling with shame, guilt, and worry around eating, I teach self-compassion skills that support a holistic, intuitive, and confident way of living. I have a passion for providing brave spaces for individuals living in marginalized bodies and am a LGBTQIA+ gender affirming care provider. I love helping people of all ages become confident, intuitive eaters and rebuild their relationship with their bodies.
Jessica M Gagnon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New London, CT 06320
Therapy is a collaborative relationship. I work with clients to develop a safe and trusting relationship that we can use to explore challenging interpersonal patterns, to work through stressful life events and conflicts, and to better understand the motivations underlying our behavior. Through the therapeutic relationship, we can develop an awareness of the impact thoughts, emotions, behaviors and interpersonal relationships have on the way we cope with life events. By understanding how the past impacts the present we can gain insight into our current issues and develop the skills to manage the challenges in our daily lives.
Therapy is a collaborative relationship. I work with clients to develop a safe and trusting relationship that we can use to explore challenging interpersonal patterns, to work through stressful life events and conflicts, and to better understand the motivations underlying our behavior. Through the therapeutic relationship, we can develop an awareness of the impact thoughts, emotions, behaviors and interpersonal relationships have on the way we cope with life events. By understanding how the past impacts the present we can gain insight into our current issues and develop the skills to manage the challenges in our daily lives.
There are so many tasks that we're expected to manage in our daily lives that can seem easy for many to get done, but for some it can feel like endless barriers get in the way. Whether it's executive functioning, having a healthy relationship with food and our bodies, or navigating social dynamics, we can often feel defeated and unable to advocate for our needs. My aim is to help you feel confident in your abilities and stay true to yourself. If you feel that optimism is unproductive and prefer realism, I'm here to see society as it is and help you navigate it.
There are so many tasks that we're expected to manage in our daily lives that can seem easy for many to get done, but for some it can feel like endless barriers get in the way. Whether it's executive functioning, having a healthy relationship with food and our bodies, or navigating social dynamics, we can often feel defeated and unable to advocate for our needs. My aim is to help you feel confident in your abilities and stay true to yourself. If you feel that optimism is unproductive and prefer realism, I'm here to see society as it is and help you navigate it.
Dr. Coyote Moon The Holistic Metaphysician
Recover, Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Abuse
Verified Verified
New London, CT 06320
I believe in treating your whole being - mind, body, and spirit. As both a guide and a witness to your healing, I want to give you the tools to help you see yourself, your experiences, and your emotions through a lens of self-compassion and curiosity. We will go gently and at your pace. My approach is integrative, rooted in evidence-based techniques, with mindfulness and somatic awareness weaved in.
I believe in treating your whole being - mind, body, and spirit. As both a guide and a witness to your healing, I want to give you the tools to help you see yourself, your experiences, and your emotions through a lens of self-compassion and curiosity. We will go gently and at your pace. My approach is integrative, rooted in evidence-based techniques, with mindfulness and somatic awareness weaved in.
Patrick Muro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New London, CT 06320 (Online Only)
Feeling anxious, isolated, or like you're constantly battling your inner critic? I'm passionate about supporting teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, burnout, depression, disordered eating, neurodiversity, LGTBQ+ related issues, and more. You're not alone, and real change is possible. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help people regain their sense of hope and build stronger connections. Together we will: 1. Identify and change negative thought patterns 2. Develop a more positive self-image 3. Boost your confidence in all areas of your life.
Feeling anxious, isolated, or like you're constantly battling your inner critic? I'm passionate about supporting teens and adults who are struggling with anxiety, burnout, depression, disordered eating, neurodiversity, LGTBQ+ related issues, and more. You're not alone, and real change is possible. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help people regain their sense of hope and build stronger connections. Together we will: 1. Identify and change negative thought patterns 2. Develop a more positive self-image 3. Boost your confidence in all areas of your life.
Jill Elizabeth Millea
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CPDT
Verified Verified
New London, CT 06320
Please go to my web site www.jillemilleatherapist.com for a more complete introduction. I am a welcoming therapist with over 25 years working with people suffering from anxiety, depression, stage of life issues, and addictions. I support both men and women as young as 18 through maturity. My goal with every individual is to listen carefully to your concerns and needs, to help you sort out your priorities and values and to support the development of your beliefs, attitudes and behaviors aligned with your most authentic self.
Please go to my web site www.jillemilleatherapist.com for a more complete introduction. I am a welcoming therapist with over 25 years working with people suffering from anxiety, depression, stage of life issues, and addictions. I support both men and women as young as 18 through maturity. My goal with every individual is to listen carefully to your concerns and needs, to help you sort out your priorities and values and to support the development of your beliefs, attitudes and behaviors aligned with your most authentic self.
Lori Standish
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New London, CT 06320 (Online Only)
Do you want to change your course? Move in a different direction? We all develop perceptions about ourselves and our relationships based on our unique experiences. Sometimes these perceptions can detour us from successful adaptation to life's ever-changing circumstances. Do you want to explore and resolve issues hindering your ability to navigate changes? I serve clients seeking greater satisfaction in their relationships and self identity. You'll collaborate in designing a treatment approach based on respect and compassion. Our focus is on your goals for change and your personal story.
Do you want to change your course? Move in a different direction? We all develop perceptions about ourselves and our relationships based on our unique experiences. Sometimes these perceptions can detour us from successful adaptation to life's ever-changing circumstances. Do you want to explore and resolve issues hindering your ability to navigate changes? I serve clients seeking greater satisfaction in their relationships and self identity. You'll collaborate in designing a treatment approach based on respect and compassion. Our focus is on your goals for change and your personal story.
We often know where we are stuck and what is causing distress — but not how to go about fixing it. My job is to help you get where you are trying to go, to help you figure out what's getting in the way and to help you connect the dots and see the bigger context. People work in therapy in different ways so there is no one formula for everyone. In general, I am interactive, thoughtful, solution focused and believe in people who are working on themselves.
We often know where we are stuck and what is causing distress — but not how to go about fixing it. My job is to help you get where you are trying to go, to help you figure out what's getting in the way and to help you connect the dots and see the bigger context. People work in therapy in different ways so there is no one formula for everyone. In general, I am interactive, thoughtful, solution focused and believe in people who are working on themselves.
Erin Gardner-Flores, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Niantic, CT 06357
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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As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.