Therapists in Westport, CT

I know how exhausting trying to find a therapist can be. You just want someone who gets it, understand you and helps you feel better. This sucks. Not feeling good sucks. You just want to feel good and be happy and right now life does not feel that way. I know life can change and it can get better. I believe that truth with all of my being for your life.

Welcome! Whether you’re starting your self-care journey or setting your child up for success, summer is a great time to work on therapeutic goals. It’s easy to feel stuck, overwhelmed, or not know where to start. Together we can use strategies to move forward. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Psychologist, I use a variety of therapeutic techniques. Additionally, as an artist, I specialize in working with other artists and entrepreneurs managing challenges related to wellness and self-esteem. I teach mindfulness and coping skills to reduce feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, and depression.

You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I understand the importance of your psychological health in your everyday functioning and am committed to helping during this time. I offer a free consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior staff therapist at Greenwich Psychology group, I enjoy working with individuals who are committed to self-exploration and may be struggling with anxiety, depression, family concerns, and/or work issues. I work to create a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore your challenges and find ways to reconnect with your healthier and positive self.

We all have moments when life can feel unmanageable. At times it can cause us to feel depressed or anxious. You don’t have to struggle alone. I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment to help you find solutions to a variety of life's challenges. Together, we will tailor your treatment to meet your needs by building on your strengths as well as developing techniques to manage and reduce life stress.

I provide a safe and supportive space for clients to initiate change and personal growth. Clinical areas of focus include, anxiety, depression, grief/loss and maternal mental health. I work with clients to develop strategies and skills that help manage symptoms in realistic and effective ways. Prior to private practice, I trained at NYU School of Social Work and worked at Mount Sinai's Elmhurst Hospital with adolescents and parents in both individual, family and group settings.

I work well with clients who are motivated to change their lives. Our greatest challenges come during times of big life transitions. Through active listening and genuine empathy, I help my clients focus upon the inherent solutions to their most pressing problems. Motivation to change comes with the willingness to look closely and investigate the stories we tell ourselves. Often, I discover with my clients that their oldest and most damaging internal stories are simply not true. By having a fellow human who is open and fully present witness our lives, we can discover the very real possibility for greater health.

Real-world mentorship. Candid coaching. Practical therapy. All focused on young men and the academic, career and mental health challenges they face. Causeway Collaborative is get-your-life-back-on-track counseling for guys 16-30 who need expert guidance to move forward and find their purpose.

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).

Joy of life is always accompanied by pain, and there are times that you feel beaten and defeated. Psychological symptoms can surface and compromise your happiness and functioning during these struggles. Therapy can help you to stay on the right track or find the right directions to minimize unnecessary sufferings.

I am a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist, and have a PhD in clinical social work, with a practice in Westport, CT. I have over 25 years of clinical experience in treating depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and parenting concerns. I also work with grandparents. I see adolescents, adults and couples including non-traditional families, and LGBTQ. Nothing is more important and comforting than feeling understood. No concern is too big or too small to explore. I welcome all feelings. Whether you feel overwhelmed or have feelings, thoughts and behavior patterns that concern you, we will work together to achieve your goals.

People come to therapy for all kinds of reasons. Sometimes we keep repeating behaviors we know hurt us and those around us but cannot seem to stop. Sometimes we need a new perspective to get us back on track. Talking things out in a safe space with an empathic listener can be life changing. I believe therapy should be a collaborative partnership where we spend time building trust with one another and tailoring treatment to your specific needs. I am direct but kind, curious but patient, and always open to feedback from my clients.

I believe that you have the power to choose a life that is fulfilling in light of the physical, mental, or emotional challenges that you are currently facing. I invite you to explore meaningful ways to transform your life and develop new habits to produce healing and wellness.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in treating anxiety and mood disorders for adolescents and young adults. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you can feel comfortable to express yourself and make changes in your life.

Therapy provides us with the opportunity to introspect through a lens of curiosity and acceptance, as opposed to shame and judgment. I support individuals and couples facing barriers to their emotional, relational, and sexual wellbeing to nurture a deeper and more compassionate understanding of themselves and one another.

Are you feeling stuck? Do you find yourself repeating patterns that leave you unfulfilled in your relationships or unable to make changes? I offer a safe and judgement free space where the collaborative process of guided exploration and curiosity will lead to deeper understanding and self-acceptance. I will help you see the choices in your life so you can become an active participant in the life you want to lead. Together we will consider your family-of-origin dynamics, belief systems, and how those as well as other systems play a part in your current relationship with yourself and others.

Transcend Counseling brings an important evolutionary step to traditional therapy by incorporating fitness, and meditation into psychotherapy. This powerful combination is very efficient in removing obstacles to the clients' optimal functioning as well strengthening their ability to heal themselves, attain balance and reach their highest and unique potential. Research on anxiety, depression and exercise shows that the psychological and physical benefits of exercise can also help reduce anxiety and improve mood. Meditation is now commonly used to treat mental health disorders, addiction, and everyday stress, as well as to heal physical ailments and promote better sleep.

Accepting new clients! - Deciding to contact a therapist takes courage, and is the first step to helping you change and grow. If you're feeling stuck or fearful of the future’s uncertainties, that’s where our work comes in. Together we can move you away from overwhelm and exhaustion and towards acceptance and peace. Whether you are looking for individual, couple, or family therapy, I look forward to helping you increase your self-compassion, strengthen your relationships, and feel more connected. Email me to get started!

Do you struggle with negative feelings about yourself? Or frequently compare yourself to others, always feeling less than? Or feel overwhelmed easily, flooded with constant worries that you can't rid your mind of? Do you find yourself in chronic cycles of addictive behavior (overeating, binging & purging, overusing alcohol or drugs, overspending. etc.) followed by feelings of guilt, shame, and depression? Are you always talking to yourself with "shoulds" or "what ifs"? Do you have low interest/motivation and find yourself avoiding responsibilities, self care or tasks that would actually make you feel good about yourself? I can help you!

Are you wishing for better relationships? Feeling anxious, down, lost, or wondering about the meaning of life? Would you like to feel more confident? Hoping to heal after trauma? Going through loss or life transition? We need lots of self-compassion so we can heal and find a better approach to our lives and relationships. I offer a non-judgmental space to be open about your struggles and explore what it means to live in your values. It is through our common humanity that I relate to my clients. I believe the struggles we face also occur in the systems of race, class, gender, sexuality, age, ability, religion, and national identity.