Therapists in Westport, CT
Are you looking for a caring clinical psychologist to help you or your child learn the skills needed to lead a happier, more productive life? I have helped hundreds of people just like you learn to manage their anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, or hair-pulling, or to become better parents, friends, or spouses.
Are you looking for a caring clinical psychologist to help you or your child learn the skills needed to lead a happier, more productive life? I have helped hundreds of people just like you learn to manage their anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, or hair-pulling, or to become better parents, friends, or spouses.
We treat Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, Martial Issues, Life Transitional Issues, and Postpartum Mood Issues.
Are you feeling stuck in your life? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships? We create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your behaviors, feelings and beliefs. We help you to become more connected with your intuition and gain clarity and awareness to live a more fulfilling life. Whether couples therapy, individual counseling, family therapy, or behavioral issues in children, our team of therapists can help. We work with young children, adolescents and adults and treat a variety of issues.
We treat Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, Martial Issues, Life Transitional Issues, and Postpartum Mood Issues.
Are you feeling stuck in your life? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships? We create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your behaviors, feelings and beliefs. We help you to become more connected with your intuition and gain clarity and awareness to live a more fulfilling life. Whether couples therapy, individual counseling, family therapy, or behavioral issues in children, our team of therapists can help. We work with young children, adolescents and adults and treat a variety of issues.
I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 35 years of experience in the treatment of Addictive disorders, PTSD and Developmental Trauma, ADHD, OCD, Anxiety and Depressive disorders in children, adolescents and adults.
Are you new to therapy, and looking for the most advanced neuroscience-based interventions available? Or, have you tried talk therapy and made progress, but ultimately felt that it wasn’t enough? Have you returned to using alcohol or other drugs despite your best efforts in recovery? What if there were a way of reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, trauma, and attention problems that could complement talk therapy? A new approach to treatment called Neurofeedback yields promising results of this nature.
I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 35 years of experience in the treatment of Addictive disorders, PTSD and Developmental Trauma, ADHD, OCD, Anxiety and Depressive disorders in children, adolescents and adults.
Are you new to therapy, and looking for the most advanced neuroscience-based interventions available? Or, have you tried talk therapy and made progress, but ultimately felt that it wasn’t enough? Have you returned to using alcohol or other drugs despite your best efforts in recovery? What if there were a way of reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, trauma, and attention problems that could complement talk therapy? A new approach to treatment called Neurofeedback yields promising results of this nature.
These approaches are highly effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
These approaches are highly effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
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.
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.
My specialization is with children from early childhood through adolescence with emphasis on behavior management, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), developmental and learning differences, ADHD and Executive Functioning, anxiety, depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD). My practice focuses on developing outcome-based solutions with your child coming first. This means teaching them how to: identify potential problems, create tools and strategies to empower themselves, and show them how to develop healthy coping skills for successful outcomes. I concentrate on developing better thinking patterns, coping skills, and resiliency in the face of challenges so your child can alleviate his/her concerns before they become insurmountable.
My specialization is with children from early childhood through adolescence with emphasis on behavior management, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), developmental and learning differences, ADHD and Executive Functioning, anxiety, depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder ( OCD). My practice focuses on developing outcome-based solutions with your child coming first. This means teaching them how to: identify potential problems, create tools and strategies to empower themselves, and show them how to develop healthy coping skills for successful outcomes. I concentrate on developing better thinking patterns, coping skills, and resiliency in the face of challenges so your child can alleviate his/her concerns before they become insurmountable.
Selbe Potter Ruggiero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ADC, QLC
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
Anxiety, OCD, depression, eating disorders and relationship challenges can seem debilitating and overwhelming.
Anxious? Depressed? Substance abuse issues or addiction torment? Body image, weight and food a frequent obsession? Relationship problems? Not sure what to do in your life, need direction? If any of these questions haunt your life or trouble you, I can help. My professional training is extensive allowing me to customize treatment to individual personality, need and goals. I am a certified clinical supervisor associated with Columbia, NYU and Yale. Much of my work is Evidenced Based Practice which insures the best treatment outcomes. This foundation creates success, competence and well being. I can help you live your best life.
Anxiety, OCD, depression, eating disorders and relationship challenges can seem debilitating and overwhelming.
Anxious? Depressed? Substance abuse issues or addiction torment? Body image, weight and food a frequent obsession? Relationship problems? Not sure what to do in your life, need direction? If any of these questions haunt your life or trouble you, I can help. My professional training is extensive allowing me to customize treatment to individual personality, need and goals. I am a certified clinical supervisor associated with Columbia, NYU and Yale. Much of my work is Evidenced Based Practice which insures the best treatment outcomes. This foundation creates success, competence and well being. I can help you live your best life.
I have extensive experience working with children & teens experiencing Anxiety, OCD, Depression, trauma, self esteem, overall adjustment to school, family relationships, and peer problems.
Growing up & parenting is hard work. It is a helpless feeling when your child is struggling and you don't know how to help them. For over a decade I have worked exclusively with children, teens, and their families. When one person in the family is struggling, everyone in the family is struggling. I believe that in working with children you must also incorporate their family and I encourage family involvement in all of my treatments.
I have extensive experience working with children & teens experiencing Anxiety, OCD, Depression, trauma, self esteem, overall adjustment to school, family relationships, and peer problems.
Growing up & parenting is hard work. It is a helpless feeling when your child is struggling and you don't know how to help them. For over a decade I have worked exclusively with children, teens, and their families. When one person in the family is struggling, everyone in the family is struggling. I believe that in working with children you must also incorporate their family and I encourage family involvement in all of my treatments.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, and general life struggles.
My practice focuses on providing evidence-based therapy to individuals seeking support while also creating a safe, comforting, and collaborative dynamic with my clients. I have intensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), and Enhanced Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT-E).
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, OCD, trauma, and general life struggles.
My practice focuses on providing evidence-based therapy to individuals seeking support while also creating a safe, comforting, and collaborative dynamic with my clients. I have intensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), and Enhanced Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT-E).
I am a pediatric psychologist and an Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale Child Study Center. I provide assessment, treatment and consultation to children, adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, social and coping issues and obsessive-compulsive problems. I specialize in working with individuals with neuro-developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Langauge and Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In addition, I have expertise in intellectually gifted/talented as well as twice exceptional children.
I am a pediatric psychologist and an Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale Child Study Center. I provide assessment, treatment and consultation to children, adolescents and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, social and coping issues and obsessive-compulsive problems. I specialize in working with individuals with neuro-developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Langauge and Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In addition, I have expertise in intellectually gifted/talented as well as twice exceptional children.
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I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, social issues, OCD and ADHD.
My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative. I use both evidence-based therapies (e.g., CBT & DBT) and alternative practices to effect change. Sessions are collaborative in nature and tailored to your needs. Initial treatment will focus on addressing your immediate concerns. Later stages of treatment often include a deeper healing focus to improve the likelihood of sustained positive change.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, social issues, OCD and ADHD.
My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative. I use both evidence-based therapies (e.g., CBT & DBT) and alternative practices to effect change. Sessions are collaborative in nature and tailored to your needs. Initial treatment will focus on addressing your immediate concerns. Later stages of treatment often include a deeper healing focus to improve the likelihood of sustained positive change.
I am a clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), a short term, evidence based approach that has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and related issues. My style is empathic, compassionate, collaborative, developmentally sensitive, practical, and goal oriented.
I am a clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), a short term, evidence based approach that has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and related issues. My style is empathic, compassionate, collaborative, developmentally sensitive, practical, and goal oriented.
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
I work with high-functioning children and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self-harm, OCD, and social anxiety. I have specialized training in dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and expressive art therapy to effectively regulate emotions, reduce problematic behavior, and enhance interpersonal effectiveness skills. I provide time-limited, goal-directed treatment to help you work through their challenges and learn to become your own therapists. Clients often see a reduction of symptoms early on in treatment.
Stefanie Bartfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
We'll explore your unique strengths and traits, and how they will support you to become the next version of yourself. We'll look with compassion to find stuck patterns and knowledge gaps that have kept you from getting there. I'm an LGBTQ+ ally, and I specialize in life transitions and wellness, "high energy" symptoms as in ADD/ADHD, anger management, stress management, anxiety, obsessive thinking, and compulsive behaviors, from adolescents and older. I also work with couples around communication, trust, and connection; and perinatal & motherhood experiences.
We'll explore your unique strengths and traits, and how they will support you to become the next version of yourself. We'll look with compassion to find stuck patterns and knowledge gaps that have kept you from getting there. I'm an LGBTQ+ ally, and I specialize in life transitions and wellness, "high energy" symptoms as in ADD/ADHD, anger management, stress management, anxiety, obsessive thinking, and compulsive behaviors, from adolescents and older. I also work with couples around communication, trust, and connection; and perinatal & motherhood experiences.
Alexis Meytin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
In addition, I have expertise in the following areas: anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues, personality disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Are you struggling with an increase in anxiety, obsessive thinking, or guilt around food? Do you feel as though your relationship with food is keeping you from living the life you want? Are you so consumed with thoughts around food and body image that you struggle to prioritize what is most important to you? Are you compromising your values and morals to achieve perfection in an imperfect world? If so, I am here to help you on your journey to recovery and push through that perfectionism. I have training in the treatment of eating disorders at the inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient levels of care.
In addition, I have expertise in the following areas: anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues, personality disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Are you struggling with an increase in anxiety, obsessive thinking, or guilt around food? Do you feel as though your relationship with food is keeping you from living the life you want? Are you so consumed with thoughts around food and body image that you struggle to prioritize what is most important to you? Are you compromising your values and morals to achieve perfection in an imperfect world? If so, I am here to help you on your journey to recovery and push through that perfectionism. I have training in the treatment of eating disorders at the inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient levels of care.
I specialize in helping individuals manage challenges such as depression, anxiety disorders (including panic disorder and phobias), ADHD, trauma/PTSD, and OCD.
My name is Yacihuilca Moní, a licensed clinical psychologist in MA and CT, dedicated to supporting individuals across their lifespan. With a passion for providing compassionate care, I have worked extensively with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. My therapeutic toolkit includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailored to meet each client's unique needs. Additionally, I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I specialize in helping individuals manage challenges such as depression, anxiety disorders (including panic disorder and phobias), ADHD, trauma/PTSD, and OCD.
My name is Yacihuilca Moní, a licensed clinical psychologist in MA and CT, dedicated to supporting individuals across their lifespan. With a passion for providing compassionate care, I have worked extensively with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. My therapeutic toolkit includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailored to meet each client's unique needs. Additionally, I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Dr. Holly Schiff
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880 (Online Only)
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Has your child failed to connect with other mental health providers? I am a licensed clinical psychologist with an exclusive focus on children, adolescents, young adults and their families. I excel at developing a rapport with this age group which lays the groundwork for a positive therapeutic relationship. Treatment specialties include anxiety, depression, stress, underachievement, relationships, school refusal, divorce, OCD, suicidal ideation/self-harm, Autism, Eating Disorders, bullying, and grief/loss.
Has your child failed to connect with other mental health providers? I am a licensed clinical psychologist with an exclusive focus on children, adolescents, young adults and their families. I excel at developing a rapport with this age group which lays the groundwork for a positive therapeutic relationship. Treatment specialties include anxiety, depression, stress, underachievement, relationships, school refusal, divorce, OCD, suicidal ideation/self-harm, Autism, Eating Disorders, bullying, and grief/loss.
David Gofman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, dual licensed in VA and CT. I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, substance use, perfectionism, stress, chronic pain, and relationship issues. I am a certified Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher, and offer evidence-based approaches to help you navigate your life circumstances more skillfully, and to be able to live your life on your terms.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, dual licensed in VA and CT. I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with a variety of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, substance use, perfectionism, stress, chronic pain, and relationship issues. I am a certified Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher, and offer evidence-based approaches to help you navigate your life circumstances more skillfully, and to be able to live your life on your terms.
I'm a licensed couple's and family therapist focused on relational conflict, couple's distress, life transitions and specialize in treating anxiety disorders. My experience includes work as a Supervisor at a Community Mental Health Agency and Clinical Experience at St Vincent's Hospital IOP. I'm a Certified Divorce and Family Mediator and practice Discernment Counseling for those on the brink of Divorce. I understand life can be overwhelming at times and often patient's feel disconnected and lonely. My work is caring and collaborative and I strive to therapeutically uncover the negative patterns that keep patient's stuck in distress.
I'm a licensed couple's and family therapist focused on relational conflict, couple's distress, life transitions and specialize in treating anxiety disorders. My experience includes work as a Supervisor at a Community Mental Health Agency and Clinical Experience at St Vincent's Hospital IOP. I'm a Certified Divorce and Family Mediator and practice Discernment Counseling for those on the brink of Divorce. I understand life can be overwhelming at times and often patient's feel disconnected and lonely. My work is caring and collaborative and I strive to therapeutically uncover the negative patterns that keep patient's stuck in distress.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.