Magellan Therapists in Westport, CT
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Michelle Minogue
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
Do you feel discouraged, anxious, or just unable to feel better? Do you ever get stuck in your thoughts or worry that you aren't good enough? Experiencing conflict in your relationship? Struggling with adoption issues? Have a family member with special needs? Life presents us with many challenges that can be overwhelming. My priority as a therapist is to provide you with a caring, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where your strengths, unrecognized needs, and goals can be realized. I work with clients on creating meaningful connections, improving self-esteem and confidence, self-care, and achieving overall well-being.
Do you feel discouraged, anxious, or just unable to feel better? Do you ever get stuck in your thoughts or worry that you aren't good enough? Experiencing conflict in your relationship? Struggling with adoption issues? Have a family member with special needs? Life presents us with many challenges that can be overwhelming. My priority as a therapist is to provide you with a caring, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where your strengths, unrecognized needs, and goals can be realized. I work with clients on creating meaningful connections, improving self-esteem and confidence, self-care, and achieving overall well-being.
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Heather Louise Parenti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
My clients come in with many different troubles and often, the troubles lead to a great many other problems that they have or have had in their lives. There is no problem too big and there is a way to live better. I believe we are looking for contentment. To feel "okay" and, today's society tries to warp us into believing we are not okay because we need something else than what we have right now. We all have the capacity to choose a better life, better relationships, better care for ourselves. The answer is not outside of us but within. I work with children, teens and adults that think they're not enough. We are all enough.
My clients come in with many different troubles and often, the troubles lead to a great many other problems that they have or have had in their lives. There is no problem too big and there is a way to live better. I believe we are looking for contentment. To feel "okay" and, today's society tries to warp us into believing we are not okay because we need something else than what we have right now. We all have the capacity to choose a better life, better relationships, better care for ourselves. The answer is not outside of us but within. I work with children, teens and adults that think they're not enough. We are all enough.
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Positive Directions - Center for Prev & Counseling
Counselor, MA, NCC, LPCA
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
It is my goal to help my clients better understand themselves and work toward achieving their personal goals together. That starts with a relationship built on trust, empathy and compassion. Whatever your current or ongoing struggle is about, if you possess a willingness to be present as an active participant in your counseling sessions, and can be patient, creative, and flexible when learning and applying tools or techniques outside of our sessions, you are capable of making meaningful and lasting change.
It is my goal to help my clients better understand themselves and work toward achieving their personal goals together. That starts with a relationship built on trust, empathy and compassion. Whatever your current or ongoing struggle is about, if you possess a willingness to be present as an active participant in your counseling sessions, and can be patient, creative, and flexible when learning and applying tools or techniques outside of our sessions, you are capable of making meaningful and lasting change.
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I am a caring, empathetic psychologist who has considerable skills helping people through crisis. I use exploration of past experience combined with practical, concrete techniques for how to with current issues. My strengths are my intuitive understanding of people and my ability to translate this understanding into a plan of action. I tailor each treatment to suit individual differences. I believe in being interactive and giving feedback and direction, but also believe in each individual's capacity to set their own goals and measures of success. I appreciate clients who come with a curiosity to understand themselves better.
I am a caring, empathetic psychologist who has considerable skills helping people through crisis. I use exploration of past experience combined with practical, concrete techniques for how to with current issues. My strengths are my intuitive understanding of people and my ability to translate this understanding into a plan of action. I tailor each treatment to suit individual differences. I believe in being interactive and giving feedback and direction, but also believe in each individual's capacity to set their own goals and measures of success. I appreciate clients who come with a curiosity to understand themselves better.
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Mindful Pathways Counseling, LLC Maura Satti, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
Now Accepting New Clients for Virtual Self Love Support Group! Call for more info! I support young adults and adults of all abilities struggling with symptoms of ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, and/or other difficulties (depression, trauma, specific phobias) navigate a variety of life's transitions. My approach guides clients in creating a mind-body connection to understand how their thoughts and physical symptoms influence their relationship with both themselves and the world around them.
Now Accepting New Clients for Virtual Self Love Support Group! Call for more info! I support young adults and adults of all abilities struggling with symptoms of ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, and/or other difficulties (depression, trauma, specific phobias) navigate a variety of life's transitions. My approach guides clients in creating a mind-body connection to understand how their thoughts and physical symptoms influence their relationship with both themselves and the world around them.
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Carrie Gordon-Land
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
I believe that each of my patients is unique. I treat my patients with care and respect and help them to resolve their issues. If necessary, I have a network of respected professionals who can also make themselves available to my patients.
I believe that each of my patients is unique. I treat my patients with care and respect and help them to resolve their issues. If necessary, I have a network of respected professionals who can also make themselves available to my patients.
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I use all of my experience, knowledge and talent to help my clients to reach their goals. Clients describe me as warm, relatable and insightful in my approach as we confront life challenges and emotional struggles. My years of experience and extensive training in contemporary trauma and relational treatments have helped those overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflicts and poor self esteem. We embark together towards developing a positive sense of self and a happier life. I strive to transform painful experiences into opportunities for healing and growth.
I use all of my experience, knowledge and talent to help my clients to reach their goals. Clients describe me as warm, relatable and insightful in my approach as we confront life challenges and emotional struggles. My years of experience and extensive training in contemporary trauma and relational treatments have helped those overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship conflicts and poor self esteem. We embark together towards developing a positive sense of self and a happier life. I strive to transform painful experiences into opportunities for healing and growth.
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Asking for help can be challenging for many people, especially when you’re not feeling your best. Given the range of options, choosing the right therapist for you may feel overwhelming and confusing. Having an appreciation of the value of the therapist-client fit, I am committed to providing a comfortable and safe environment where issues may be better understood. As a seasoned therapist, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with concerns related to self-esteem, school, ADHD, work, family, life stage transitions, eating disorders, illness and losses.
Asking for help can be challenging for many people, especially when you’re not feeling your best. Given the range of options, choosing the right therapist for you may feel overwhelming and confusing. Having an appreciation of the value of the therapist-client fit, I am committed to providing a comfortable and safe environment where issues may be better understood. As a seasoned therapist, I have worked with children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with concerns related to self-esteem, school, ADHD, work, family, life stage transitions, eating disorders, illness and losses.
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Positive Directions--Center for Prev & Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
It’s not unusual to feel depressed or anxious when life’s challenges seem too difficult to manage. If this is getting in the way of your relationships, your work, or even just your day-to-day life, a therapist can help you get back on track. Together, we’ll figure out what’s interfering with your well-being and how to address it.
It’s not unusual to feel depressed or anxious when life’s challenges seem too difficult to manage. If this is getting in the way of your relationships, your work, or even just your day-to-day life, a therapist can help you get back on track. Together, we’ll figure out what’s interfering with your well-being and how to address it.
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I am a child and family therapist who prefers to work with children who show oppositional behavior and other problematic behaviors. Are you experiencing difficulty communicating with your child? Do you feel like you're trying to help your child but your child doesn't recognize this? Perhaps you are aware that something is bothering your child but you and your child can't put your finger on it. You may have heard from the school that your child is having difficulty in school and your having trouble identifying what is causing this.
I am a child and family therapist who prefers to work with children who show oppositional behavior and other problematic behaviors. Are you experiencing difficulty communicating with your child? Do you feel like you're trying to help your child but your child doesn't recognize this? Perhaps you are aware that something is bothering your child but you and your child can't put your finger on it. You may have heard from the school that your child is having difficulty in school and your having trouble identifying what is causing this.
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My approach to therapy is practical With over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults I focus my energy with clients on the present. I help my clients identify their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are creating difficulties for them. I will help you use skills you already have or develop new techniques for managing difficulties in your life. If issues from the past are keeping you from managing your present life we will work together to neutralize issues from the past, so you can manage current life stresses with current, more effective techniques.
My approach to therapy is practical With over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults I focus my energy with clients on the present. I help my clients identify their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are creating difficulties for them. I will help you use skills you already have or develop new techniques for managing difficulties in your life. If issues from the past are keeping you from managing your present life we will work together to neutralize issues from the past, so you can manage current life stresses with current, more effective techniques.
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What change would make a meaningful difference in your life now? Stress, anxiety or depression do not need to own you. Are you challenged by the conflicting demands of of career, marriage or family? Is stress getting the better of you? Is your "on the job" performance suffering? Homelife trending downward? I work with individuals to craft creative, workable and sustainable solutions to life's thorny challenges.
What change would make a meaningful difference in your life now? Stress, anxiety or depression do not need to own you. Are you challenged by the conflicting demands of of career, marriage or family? Is stress getting the better of you? Is your "on the job" performance suffering? Homelife trending downward? I work with individuals to craft creative, workable and sustainable solutions to life's thorny challenges.
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Dr Barbara Lavi Dream Positioning System ™
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Have the changes since the pandemic left you feeling stuck? Challenged? Do you want to enhance your life? Have you lost sight of your dreams? Whether you long to feel closer to your partner, are overwhelmed at work, or feel that being a parent leaves no time for your dreams, Dr. Lavi & her Dream Positioning System (DPS) can put YOU back in control of your life so you can start moving towards your dreams. Although the psychotherapeutic relationship lasts for life, therapy with Dr. Lavi will be as brief as possible. When issues arise down the road, clients can return to "recalculate"get back on track & reach their aspirations.
Have the changes since the pandemic left you feeling stuck? Challenged? Do you want to enhance your life? Have you lost sight of your dreams? Whether you long to feel closer to your partner, are overwhelmed at work, or feel that being a parent leaves no time for your dreams, Dr. Lavi & her Dream Positioning System (DPS) can put YOU back in control of your life so you can start moving towards your dreams. Although the psychotherapeutic relationship lasts for life, therapy with Dr. Lavi will be as brief as possible. When issues arise down the road, clients can return to "recalculate"get back on track & reach their aspirations.
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Rhonda Loft
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
Life is a balancing act. At times we may find ourselves in need of direction to solve old problems or face new challenges. Therapy is a tool for uncovering our hidden strengths and developing new strategies to create a healthy environment for ourselves and those around us.
Life is a balancing act. At times we may find ourselves in need of direction to solve old problems or face new challenges. Therapy is a tool for uncovering our hidden strengths and developing new strategies to create a healthy environment for ourselves and those around us.
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I offer a warm, caring and supportive environment. My goal is to help clients solve his/her problem, not engage in lifetime therapy. I work with individuals. My areas of specialty include helping clients of all to overcome stress, anxiety, fears and phobias, depression, loss, and improving overall well-being and happiness.
I offer a warm, caring and supportive environment. My goal is to help clients solve his/her problem, not engage in lifetime therapy. I work with individuals. My areas of specialty include helping clients of all to overcome stress, anxiety, fears and phobias, depression, loss, and improving overall well-being and happiness.
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If you are reading this profile you have come to a point in your life where you have an issue, or issues, which have become unmanageable. Most likely you have tried to find answers for yourself, to no avail. I am able to provide a safe place (and an empathetic atmosphere) that will enable you to explore these issues, understand them, as well as be able to find solutions or discover better ways to manage them.
If you are reading this profile you have come to a point in your life where you have an issue, or issues, which have become unmanageable. Most likely you have tried to find answers for yourself, to no avail. I am able to provide a safe place (and an empathetic atmosphere) that will enable you to explore these issues, understand them, as well as be able to find solutions or discover better ways to manage them.
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Susan G Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
Life can be challenging - and fulfilling. Many of us want deeper, more authentic relationships but aren't sure how to make them happen. We wonder who to trust. We worry about what others think of us and are highly self critical. We want to create change in our lives but fear and confusion stop us.
Life can be challenging - and fulfilling. Many of us want deeper, more authentic relationships but aren't sure how to make them happen. We wonder who to trust. We worry about what others think of us and are highly self critical. We want to create change in our lives but fear and confusion stop us.
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I have over twenty five years of clinical experience in working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment issues, and relationship problems as well as others that keep them from living their best selves and finding satisfaction in life. My focus is to help you feel fulfilled productive. I am a graduate of Columbia University School of social Work and have had extensive training the Westchester Institute for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis.
I have over twenty five years of clinical experience in working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, adjustment issues, and relationship problems as well as others that keep them from living their best selves and finding satisfaction in life. My focus is to help you feel fulfilled productive. I am a graduate of Columbia University School of social Work and have had extensive training the Westchester Institute for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis.
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I am a seasoned psychotherapist with extensive training and experience. I am psychoanalytically trained but use an eclectic approach to meet the needs of my clients. I conduct individual, family, couples and group psychotherapy with a demographically and diverse patient population. I am skilled at working with clients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, family problems, parenting issues, coping with health issues, life transitions, grief and loss, gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-sexual issues, women's problems, infertility, trauma and PTSD. Issues of Adult Children of Alcoholics. Clients struggling with recovery from addiction as well as clients with a past and present history of abuse.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist with extensive training and experience. I am psychoanalytically trained but use an eclectic approach to meet the needs of my clients. I conduct individual, family, couples and group psychotherapy with a demographically and diverse patient population. I am skilled at working with clients with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, family problems, parenting issues, coping with health issues, life transitions, grief and loss, gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans-sexual issues, women's problems, infertility, trauma and PTSD. Issues of Adult Children of Alcoholics. Clients struggling with recovery from addiction as well as clients with a past and present history of abuse.
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Are you seeking resilience in uncertain times? My approach to therapy combines psychodynamic training with CBT, finding practical solutions to problems. This means that you and I will work together to find both the "why" of what you bring to therapy (childhood development, history, and social context) and the "what" (how to change what you want to change). I tend to work with high achievers who feel there is something lacking in their personal lives and relationships. I work with adults, as well as adolescents in high school or college/graduate school. I see both individuals and couples who want to make meaningful changes.
Are you seeking resilience in uncertain times? My approach to therapy combines psychodynamic training with CBT, finding practical solutions to problems. This means that you and I will work together to find both the "why" of what you bring to therapy (childhood development, history, and social context) and the "what" (how to change what you want to change). I tend to work with high achievers who feel there is something lacking in their personal lives and relationships. I work with adults, as well as adolescents in high school or college/graduate school. I see both individuals and couples who want to make meaningful changes.
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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.
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