Connecticut is known for its long shoreline. A shore can be the perfect representation of life. It’s vast, and as you look ahead, it can fill you with ambition or dread, especially if a storm is coming. 

If you’re ready to set sail on your adventure, a counselor can be the perfect ship you need. A therapist can guide you during the toughest of storms. 

 

This is Stephanie Noto's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LPC,MFT,M.ED
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Self esteem
Years of Experience: 18

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of CT with 18 years of experience in the mental health field. My area of expertise has been with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, trauma, grief , self esteem, and family & relationship issues. This has been through my work providing individual, family, couples and group therapy with the adult population in both a clinic and a private practice setting. I believe that creating a safe environment for my client and developing a caring relationship is ...

This is Stephen Witte's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LCSW-R
Specialties: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Coaching
Years of Experience: 45

I am a clinical social worker, licensed in Connecticut and New York State. I have been helping individuals, couples and families grow and change over my entire 40 year career. Change can be frightening to contemplate, but in reality change is normal. People grow and change on a daily basis as we learn, adapt and grow wiser and gain more experience. Often, being human, we make mistakes or we find that our lives are not what we expected. This can result in depression and/or anxiety, or a disruption in our relationships with families and loved ones. It may even re...

This is Amanda  Francis 's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LPC
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Self esteem, Depression
Years of Experience: 10

Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Connecticut with 10 years of experience in varied settings including inpatient, outpatient, and private practice. I earned my Master's degree from Southern CT State University and since 2011, I have worked with young adults, families, and individuals. I sincerely love building relationships with my clients and empowering them to become the very best version of themselves. I look forward to sharing with you my expertise in self acceptance, self esteem, self awareness, and relationships ranging from fri...

This is Elizabeth Russell's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LCSW
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 15

I am a clinical social worker licensed in the states of Connecticut and Oregon with over 15 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, relationship and attachment issues, addictions, managing emotions, and self esteem issues. I am also a certified health coach and a certified law of attraction life coach, and love supporting people in finally achieving their dreams. My counseling style is warm and empathic. One of the most important things I do is to help people to rec...

This is Margot Weinshel's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LCSW, RN
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Depression
Years of Experience: 40

I’ve always been fascinated by relationships. My ideal clients -- and I have many --are individuals or people in various relationships who feel they are not achieving their maximum potential -- in life, career or relationships. I have seen hundreds of clients in many years of practice. After social work school, I was the supervisor of family therapy at the Ackerman Institute for the Family. I now teach family therapy at NYU Langone Medical School. In addition I see many clients as individuals As an individual, do you feel down, depressed, or unmotivated?...

This is Deborah Alter's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
MSW ,LCSW
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem, Depression, ADHD
Years of Experience: 20

Hello and welcome to my profile page! A bit about me: A native New Yorker, I graduated from City College (CCNY) with a BA in Psychology. I then attended YU (Wurzweiler School of Social Work), acquiring my MSW and becoming licensed as an LCSW. Essentially, I view myself as a Life Coach, a motivator who recognizes that we are all unique individuals, but paradoxically share many common thoughts and feelings at different times. We've all struggled with anxiety, uncertainty and self-doubt- yet we have also experienced feeling confident, grounded and secure. O...

This is Stefanie Theroux's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
MSW,LCSW,RYT-500
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Grief, Depression, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 20

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut and Registered Yoga Teacher with over 20 years experience. My experience is primarily with adults of all ages in a variety of settings. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, adjustment to life transitions, adjustment to illness and chronic disease, end of life counseling, grief and loss, and caregiver stress and related issues. My therapy style is compassionate, nonjudgmental, warm, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect and sensitivity ...

This is Shauna Figueroa's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LCSW ,LCSW-C
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 20

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who knows first hand the lasting impact childhood trauma can have on ones mind, body and soul. My life experiences have led to me choose a life of service to others through providing hope and healing. Being a therapist is something I enjoy, providing support comes EASY. My unwavering desire and innate ability to Make people feel comfortable and accepted, help people identify and put their feelings into words, accept people for who they are, understand people’s experiences and support personal growth makes me a great list...

This is GENESIS CAMPOS's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LCSW
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue
Years of Experience: 4

Thank you for stopping by my page and providing me the opportunity to connect with you! I also want to honor the courageous decision you have made to search for the support you most certainly deserve! As acknowledging the need of support, often, is the most difficult part of the healing process! I am a bilingual therapist that provides services in English and Spanish. My goal is to help guide you through your journey of healing and gaining control over your happiness and life. I work with individual’s who have gone through difficult circumstances and transitio...

This is Faith Bailey's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LCSW,MSW,CPST
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Depression, Compassion fatigue
Years of Experience: 15

My name is Dr. Faith Bailey, LCSW and I have a significant history of counseling others in a warm and interactive manner. I am trained in Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness, Mediation, Metaphysical Thought, Tapping, Reiki and more ! I have worked with diverse populations and look forward to working with you! I am sensitive, passionate, goal oriented and mindful of you needs. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have ...

This is Patricia Bonenfant's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief, Depression, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 40

I am licensed in Connecticut with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

This is Annika Richards's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression
Years of Experience: 3

I am licensed in Connecticut with 3+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

This is Tracey Robinson's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
Specialties: Grief, Parenting issues, Compassion fatigue
Years of Experience: 13

I am licensed in Arizona & Connecticut with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients, adolescents and adults, with coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & compassion fatigue. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties: Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression
Years of Experience: 5

I am licensed in Connecticut with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

This is Heather  Drago 's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues
Years of Experience: 10

Hello, I’m Heather If you are seeking support from a therapist, you are in the right place. In my experience individuals can feel they have gotten stuck in the same routine trying the same thing over and over without gaining the outcome they were seeking. I value the importance of getting to know each individual I work with so that together we can develop an effective and achievable treatment plan. Together we can find new approaches to positively and directly impact the outcomes you seek. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist that has worked with a divers...

This is Kenneth Williams's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger management, Depression, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 6

I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist practicing in the State of Connecticut. I graduated from the prestigious Fordham University. I have over 6 years of professional work experience in Substance Addiction, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Depression, Anxiety, Mood Disorder, Anger Management, Motivation, Self-esteem, Stress and Marriage Counseling. It takes courage to seek out a fulfilling and stress free life. I look forward to supporting and empowering you on your journey to recovery.

This is Carly Nasser's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
LCSW,Carly Michelle Nasser
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Self esteem, Depression
Years of Experience: 15

I am Carly from Connecticut. I have had a license in clinical social work for 20 years. I have practiced in the mental health field in a very diverse professional career. I have treated adolescents struggling with gender dysphoria, to individuals struggling through divorce, family's struggling with the impact of substance abuse and people feeling in the impact of an increasingly isolated society as we grow more technological but less connected. There are more people than ever reporting an increase in depression and anxiety post-Covid. There will always be suffer...

This is Janis Lucky's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Years of Experience: 23

I am licensed in Virginia and Connecticut with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

This is Amy Page's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Coping with life changes
Years of Experience: 7

I am licensed in Connecticut with 7 years of professional work experience. My experience comes from a diverse background in community-based practice, including in-home support with children, teens, adults and families. My history with Yale University and Yale New Haven Hospital has provided extensive clinical experience and training working with individuals facing mental health challenges, chronic illness, women through pregnancy and postpartum care. Across settings I have worked frequently with people experiencing stress, burnout, anxiety and depression around l...

This is Stephanie Gaete's avatar and link to their profile
Connecticut
Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression
Years of Experience: 7

I am fluent in english and spanish! I am aware of and embrace diversity. I am licensed in Connecticut with 7 years of professional work experience. Feel free to express yourself in both languages! I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, depression, anxiety, as well as exploring where they are at in life. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I have worked all ages from toddlers to adults. Taking the first step to sign up fo...

How Can Therapists In Connecticut Support You?

therapist in Connecticut can practice many types of counseling, from marriage and family therapy to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They may also assist you with symptoms of depression, stress, or anxiety.

Therapists may help you set and achieve career goals, work on current issues you may be facing, or address your past. Over 1,384,497 people live in Connecticut, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for a licensed therapist in Connecticut may help you find mental health support for personal growth, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek support from one of BetterHelp's licensed providers above.  

The mental health field can include psychiatric medication management, online therapy, marriage counseling, couples therapy, clinical social work, licensed counseling, and other mental health services in person and online. Seeing a licensed provider can help you navigate mental health conditions and life circumstances through mindfulness and other specialized techniques.

Please note that BetterHelp does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why Are Many Residents In The State Of Connecticut Working With A Licensed Counselor?

The reason for reaching out to a therapist can be a personal experience for each person. Many individuals work with a therapist for general life advice, while others may attend therapy for a specific concern. Whether you live in a large city or a specific county in Connecticut, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed therapist tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

A few topics that therapists in Connecticut may support clients with can include:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression or depressive conditions
  • Adjustment issues
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma
  • Relationship conflicts and concerns

Finding a therapist that takes new clients in online therapy can be the first step in finding a treatment plan that works for you. Your therapist can provide a safe space for you to focus on self-care and well-being.

If you're interested in speaking to one of the therapists above or being matched with a counselor in 24 to 48 hours, consider signing up for BetterHelp. BetterHelp offers potential access to over 30,000 providers, including those listed above.

Emergency Services

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

·      National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

·      National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

·      Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

·      Veterans Crisis Line: Call 1-800-273-8255 (and press 1) or text 838255. For support for the deaf and hard of hearing community, please use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 1-800-273-8255.

·      Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ Lifeline): (866)488-7386 

·      SAMHSA National Helpline (Substance Use): (800)662-4357

·      National Eating Disorder Association Helpline:1-800-931-2237 (M-Th: 9 AM-9 PM EST, Fri 9 AM - 5 PM EST)

·      Child Help Hotline: Call 1-800-422-4453 or use the online chat feature

·      National Anti-Hazing Hotline: 1-888-NOT-HAZE (1-888-668-4293) 

·      Physician Crisis Support Line: Call 1-888-409-0141 if you are a first responder or medical provider experiencing crises related to Covid-19

·      Sexual Assault Hotline: Call RAINN at 1-800-656-4673

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Some commonly asked questions can be found below.

How Much Does A Therapist Cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $60 to $90 per session, charged monthly in a lump sum. You can also take advantage of this pricing on one of BetterHelp's sister platforms, like ReGain for couples or TeenCounseling for teens aged 13 to 19.  

Many therapists may be upfront about their pricing and whether or not they take health insurance from the beginning. Additionally, some in your area may offer a sliding scale plan to allow those with lower incomes to pay less for therapy. However, services online can often save individuals a few hundred dollars per month.

How Do I Know If I Should Get A Therapist?

Mental health services and mental health providers may help you navigate various concerns. Although therapists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general advice. A therapist may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Mental health issues don't always present as a crisis. Many therapists provide talk therapy and support for life transitions, skills learning, relationship problems, or life coaching. Online therapy sessions in Connecticut can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to a therapist's office.

Does Insurance Cover Therapy?

Different counseling services can vary in cost. Private practice therapists must apply to accept insurance through insurance companies, which may take time and money, so not every therapist offers services through insurance. If you cannot find a therapist that accepts your plan, BetterHelp may be cheaper than visiting an in-person therapist.

Is Online Therapy Safe?

Online therapy through BetterHelp and its sister platforms is safe. Therapists are licensed, experienced, and vetted before being contracted with the platform. If you experience any concerns with your therapist, you change your counselor through the platform or app at any time.