Women's Issues Psychiatrists in Darien, CT
As a faculty member at the Yale Child Study Center/Yale University School of Medicine and as one of the very few triple-boarded psychiatrists in the US (Pediatrics/Psychiatry/Child Psychiatry), Dr. Ayora's medical training offers a unique diagnostic approach. She has a broad medical experience working in pediatric Neurology, Neurosurgery and in the Pediatric Intensive Care at NYP/Columbia as a pediatrician. She later trained as an Adult and Child Psychiatrist and obtained additional training in Parent-Infant Psychotherapy and attachment-based interventions. Her extensive training provides her with a unique family-based approach.
As a faculty member at the Yale Child Study Center/Yale University School of Medicine and as one of the very few triple-boarded psychiatrists in the US (Pediatrics/Psychiatry/Child Psychiatry), Dr. Ayora's medical training offers a unique diagnostic approach. She has a broad medical experience working in pediatric Neurology, Neurosurgery and in the Pediatric Intensive Care at NYP/Columbia as a pediatrician. She later trained as an Adult and Child Psychiatrist and obtained additional training in Parent-Infant Psychotherapy and attachment-based interventions. Her extensive training provides her with a unique family-based approach.
If you’ve been dealing with anxiety, mood changes, or feeling “off” physically and mentally at the same time, you’re not alone. I’m Stefanie Westcott, Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who understands how closely mental and physical health are connected. With years of clinical experience, I help patients who feel overlooked or misunderstood finally make sense of what’s going on and find a path toward feeling more balanced, clear, and in control again.
If you’ve been dealing with anxiety, mood changes, or feeling “off” physically and mentally at the same time, you’re not alone. I’m Stefanie Westcott, Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who understands how closely mental and physical health are connected. With years of clinical experience, I help patients who feel overlooked or misunderstood finally make sense of what’s going on and find a path toward feeling more balanced, clear, and in control again.
I am a Yale educated and trained board certified Child and Adolescent Clinical Nurse Specialist providing psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, psychopharmacological interventions, and psycho-education. I seek to help individuals understand and cope with their current emotions, stressors and life changes through individualized strategies and what is known as the therapist/client connection. This necessary dynamic is a powerful component to a clients' progress. I work hard to provide a relatable environment for my clients to feel comfortable, heard and empowered to make changes in their lives.
I am a Yale educated and trained board certified Child and Adolescent Clinical Nurse Specialist providing psychiatric evaluations, psychotherapy, psychopharmacological interventions, and psycho-education. I seek to help individuals understand and cope with their current emotions, stressors and life changes through individualized strategies and what is known as the therapist/client connection. This necessary dynamic is a powerful component to a clients' progress. I work hard to provide a relatable environment for my clients to feel comfortable, heard and empowered to make changes in their lives.
I've treated a broad range of people over the years, many with biologic mood/anxiety problems who benefit primarily from medication and many with relationship problems who benefit primarily from talk therapy, especially in a couples' setting. I am pragmatic and eclectic in approach.
I've treated a broad range of people over the years, many with biologic mood/anxiety problems who benefit primarily from medication and many with relationship problems who benefit primarily from talk therapy, especially in a couples' setting. I am pragmatic and eclectic in approach.
Hello. I am a Yale-trained board-certified adult psychiatrist offering combined psychotherapy with/without medication management and medication management alone in my private practice. I am also a clinical faculty member within Yale School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry. My practice focuses on women's mental health, reproductive psychiatry, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. This type of insight-oriented psychotherapy promotes curiosity and self-awareness about how individuals' past experiences (including childhood dynamics) influence their present-day thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Such insights promote emotional relief.
Hello. I am a Yale-trained board-certified adult psychiatrist offering combined psychotherapy with/without medication management and medication management alone in my private practice. I am also a clinical faculty member within Yale School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry. My practice focuses on women's mental health, reproductive psychiatry, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. This type of insight-oriented psychotherapy promotes curiosity and self-awareness about how individuals' past experiences (including childhood dynamics) influence their present-day thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Such insights promote emotional relief.
Hi, I am a Yale-trained double-board-certified psychiatrist. I specialize in Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I provide evidence-based treatments, including therapy and medication management as needed. I enjoy working closely with my patients and families to create a comprehensive treatment plan that best addresses their needs and treatment goals.
Hi, I am a Yale-trained double-board-certified psychiatrist. I specialize in Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I provide evidence-based treatments, including therapy and medication management as needed. I enjoy working closely with my patients and families to create a comprehensive treatment plan that best addresses their needs and treatment goals.
Same week appointments available for psychiatric evaluations, med management, and holistic treatment planning.
Are you exhausted from trying to keep it together? Maybe your mind won’t slow down, sleep feels impossible, or you’re feeling stuck. You don’t have to go through this alone—I’m here to help you regain clarity and balance. Hi! I’m Anita. I specialize I anxiety, OCD, depression, bipolar and mood disorders, women’s mental health concerns, and sleep difficulties. I’m dual board-certified in Psychiatry and Family Medicine, with over 9 years of experience supporting those through complex mental health challenges.
Same week appointments available for psychiatric evaluations, med management, and holistic treatment planning.
Are you exhausted from trying to keep it together? Maybe your mind won’t slow down, sleep feels impossible, or you’re feeling stuck. You don’t have to go through this alone—I’m here to help you regain clarity and balance. Hi! I’m Anita. I specialize I anxiety, OCD, depression, bipolar and mood disorders, women’s mental health concerns, and sleep difficulties. I’m dual board-certified in Psychiatry and Family Medicine, with over 9 years of experience supporting those through complex mental health challenges.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression and OCD. I value an evidence based and and integrative approach to treatment, which means we will treat root causes, together. We will look at diet, nutrition, exercise, sleep and other lifestyle factors to help obtain best outcomes.
I find it important to dedicate time to each patient to truly get to know you and make the best treatment recommendations that are unique to your needs and goals.
I specialize in treating children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression and OCD. I value an evidence based and and integrative approach to treatment, which means we will treat root causes, together. We will look at diet, nutrition, exercise, sleep and other lifestyle factors to help obtain best outcomes.
I find it important to dedicate time to each patient to truly get to know you and make the best treatment recommendations that are unique to your needs and goals.
As a psychiatrist in Greenwich, Connecticut (CT), I specialize in treating an array of mental disorders and illnesses, including addiction disorders, ADHD, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders and depressive disorders. My training is in Relational Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Treatments consist of: Neuropsychopharmacology, certification in Buprenorphine (Suboxone), Naltrexone maintenance therapy and Psychotherapy.
I am dedicated to providing my patients with the highest level of personalized, authentic and therapeutic care. My goal is to build collaborative relationships with patients that creates a platform for greater insight into ones self understanding, which in turn leads to goal achievement.
As a psychiatrist in Greenwich, Connecticut (CT), I specialize in treating an array of mental disorders and illnesses, including addiction disorders, ADHD, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders and depressive disorders. My training is in Relational Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Treatments consist of: Neuropsychopharmacology, certification in Buprenorphine (Suboxone), Naltrexone maintenance therapy and Psychotherapy.
I am dedicated to providing my patients with the highest level of personalized, authentic and therapeutic care. My goal is to build collaborative relationships with patients that creates a platform for greater insight into ones self understanding, which in turn leads to goal achievement.
Kimberly has over a decade of experience working as a Board Certified APRN in Adult Psychiatry (ages 18-65). She offers medication management and in some cases, psychotherapy, to help patients alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, post-partum syndromes, bipolar disorder and psychosis. The first appointment will be used to identify the symptoms that are causing the most distress, as well as to discuss any other factors that may be influencing the patient's condition. Kimberly takes a holistic approach to treatment and individualizes the treatment plan by patient, not by diagnosis.
Kimberly has over a decade of experience working as a Board Certified APRN in Adult Psychiatry (ages 18-65). She offers medication management and in some cases, psychotherapy, to help patients alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, post-partum syndromes, bipolar disorder and psychosis. The first appointment will be used to identify the symptoms that are causing the most distress, as well as to discuss any other factors that may be influencing the patient's condition. Kimberly takes a holistic approach to treatment and individualizes the treatment plan by patient, not by diagnosis.
I am a Cornell-trained board-certified psychiatrist who provides evidence-based compassionate care. My treatment approach is collaborative - built on a foundation of trust, mutual respect, and recognition of each patient's unique strengths and challenges.
I earned my MD from New York University School of Medicine and completed training in adult psychiatry at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center where I served as Chief Resident and was mentored by world-renowned experts.
I am a Cornell-trained board-certified psychiatrist who provides evidence-based compassionate care. My treatment approach is collaborative - built on a foundation of trust, mutual respect, and recognition of each patient's unique strengths and challenges.
I earned my MD from New York University School of Medicine and completed training in adult psychiatry at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center where I served as Chief Resident and was mentored by world-renowned experts.
At Calm Perspective, Dr. Valencia Emile ("Dr. V") is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with doctoral training, qualified to provide psychiatric care across the lifespan. She is committed to offering thoughtful, individualized support for people navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and life transitions, with a special focus on postpartum mental health. With over 20 years of mental health experience in various capacities, including both inpatient and outpatient care, she brings a wealth of knowledge and compassionate guidance to every client.
At Calm Perspective, Dr. Valencia Emile ("Dr. V") is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with doctoral training, qualified to provide psychiatric care across the lifespan. She is committed to offering thoughtful, individualized support for people navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and life transitions, with a special focus on postpartum mental health. With over 20 years of mental health experience in various capacities, including both inpatient and outpatient care, she brings a wealth of knowledge and compassionate guidance to every client.
Julianne is a nationally certified adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. At Evolve Brain Health, she offers in-person and virtual appointments to her patients. She earned her degree from Yale University with a focus on adult mental health. Dedicated to meeting patients where they are, Julianne focuses on delivering patient-centered care that aligns with each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel supported in their journey toward well-being.
Julianne is a nationally certified adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. At Evolve Brain Health, she offers in-person and virtual appointments to her patients. She earned her degree from Yale University with a focus on adult mental health. Dedicated to meeting patients where they are, Julianne focuses on delivering patient-centered care that aligns with each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel supported in their journey toward well-being.
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Therapeutic Health and Wellness, LLC is a private practice owned by Sofia Loran, who is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. At Therapeutic Health and Wellness, LLC we believe in a nonjudgmental approach to individualized care. Medication might not be for you and is not required for treatment. We can help you to build on your strengths to empower you to achieve your goals. Our goal is to help create a therapeutic balance for every individual with respect, compassion, and professionalism.
Therapeutic Health and Wellness, LLC is a private practice owned by Sofia Loran, who is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. At Therapeutic Health and Wellness, LLC we believe in a nonjudgmental approach to individualized care. Medication might not be for you and is not required for treatment. We can help you to build on your strengths to empower you to achieve your goals. Our goal is to help create a therapeutic balance for every individual with respect, compassion, and professionalism.
Dr. Gabriela Hayes is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in holistic psychopharmacology. She has expertise in all major mental health illnesses, with an emphasis on female and maternal wellness. During the consultation, she will conduct psychiatric and medical evaluations, and explore your unique developmental and environmental histories, to create an individualized treatment plan. Dr. Gabriela Hayes uses a multidimensional and comprehensive therapeutic model that includes medication management, psychotherapy, as well as behavioral and holistic modalities. She is licensed to practice medicine in CT, NY, PA , FL, CO and CA.
Dr. Gabriela Hayes is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in holistic psychopharmacology. She has expertise in all major mental health illnesses, with an emphasis on female and maternal wellness. During the consultation, she will conduct psychiatric and medical evaluations, and explore your unique developmental and environmental histories, to create an individualized treatment plan. Dr. Gabriela Hayes uses a multidimensional and comprehensive therapeutic model that includes medication management, psychotherapy, as well as behavioral and holistic modalities. She is licensed to practice medicine in CT, NY, PA , FL, CO and CA.
At Lavender Bloom Mental Health Services, we offer trauma-informed, compassionate psychiatric care tailored for women, adolescents, and young adults. Our mission is to create a warm, supportive space where healing begins through deep listening, thoughtful medication management, and authentic connection.
We provide virtual care across Connecticut with locations in Greenwich, Westport, Darien, New Canaan, Stamford and Fairfield.
Our approach emphasizes long-term wellness, non-habit-forming treatment options, and collaborative care.
At Lavender Bloom Mental Health Services, we offer trauma-informed, compassionate psychiatric care tailored for women, adolescents, and young adults. Our mission is to create a warm, supportive space where healing begins through deep listening, thoughtful medication management, and authentic connection.
We provide virtual care across Connecticut with locations in Greenwich, Westport, Darien, New Canaan, Stamford and Fairfield.
Our approach emphasizes long-term wellness, non-habit-forming treatment options, and collaborative care.
I am a Yale Psychiatry trained psychiatric nurse practitioner who offers client centered telepsychiatry and reproductive psychiatry services.
Coming from academic medicine, my prescribing philosophy is rooted in evidence-based practice and shared decision making. I believe psychiatric medications can help people show up in their lives whether that means being able to engage fully with their families, friends or colleagues or utilizing therapeutic techniques. My areas of focus are mood and anxiety disorders.
I am a Yale Psychiatry trained psychiatric nurse practitioner who offers client centered telepsychiatry and reproductive psychiatry services.
Coming from academic medicine, my prescribing philosophy is rooted in evidence-based practice and shared decision making. I believe psychiatric medications can help people show up in their lives whether that means being able to engage fully with their families, friends or colleagues or utilizing therapeutic techniques. My areas of focus are mood and anxiety disorders.
If you're dealing with depression, anxiety, other mood changes, or ADHD symptoms and want a provider who will take the time to understand the whole story and work together to find a treatment plan that truly fits your life, you may find that we are a good fit.
I'm Carly, and with a background as a nurse-midwife, I am especially interested in how mental health is influenced by hormonal cycles—from adolescence and contraception decisions to pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. I’m especially attuned to how hormonal shifts and life transitions can affect emotional well-being (like struggles with menstrual or perimenopausal changes).
If you're dealing with depression, anxiety, other mood changes, or ADHD symptoms and want a provider who will take the time to understand the whole story and work together to find a treatment plan that truly fits your life, you may find that we are a good fit.
I'm Carly, and with a background as a nurse-midwife, I am especially interested in how mental health is influenced by hormonal cycles—from adolescence and contraception decisions to pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. I’m especially attuned to how hormonal shifts and life transitions can affect emotional well-being (like struggles with menstrual or perimenopausal changes).
As a board-certified psychiatrist and mental health nurse practitioner, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to well-being, safety, and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that great step! I believe everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care.
As a board-certified psychiatrist and mental health nurse practitioner, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to well-being, safety, and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that great step! I believe everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who meets clients where they are. No two people are the same, so I personalize every treatment plan to the individual—not based on a one-size-fits-all approach. You can expect compassionate, individualized care that may include medication management, therapy, or both, along with tangible resources to support you between sessions.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who meets clients where they are. No two people are the same, so I personalize every treatment plan to the individual—not based on a one-size-fits-all approach. You can expect compassionate, individualized care that may include medication management, therapy, or both, along with tangible resources to support you between sessions.
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How can psychiatrists help women with gender-specific mental health challenges?
Women can face a variety of unique mental health challenges that they may seek psychiatric support for, such as reproductive and perinatal mental health, postpartum depression, menopause, body image concerns, and other conditions that intersect with gender-based experiences. Psychiatrists with specific expertise in working with women can offer treatment for these conditions, often through medication management, psychotherapy, or a combination of both. While not all psychiatrists who specialize in women's issues are female, some women find that they are most comfortable seeing a female psychiatrist, as they may feel more supported by someone who has shared life experiences and perspectives.
What does psychiatric treatment for women's issues involve?
Because women's issues encompass a variety of concerns, the course of treatment recommended by a psychiatrist will vary. However, psychiatrists will often begin treatment with an assessment of a client's current symptoms and recommend a treatment plan according to the assessment findings. Treatment often includes a combination of psychotherapy and medication, depending on the nature of the concern and the individual's goals. For example, a psychiatrist might use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, or interpersonal therapy (IPT) to help clients explore and address challenges related to identity, relationships, parenting, or past trauma. For those experiencing mood changes related to hormonal fluctuations—such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) or perinatal depression—medication may also be considered to help stabilize mood. In many cases, psychiatrists will coordinate with other healthcare providers, such as OB-GYNs or primary care physicians, to ensure comprehensive care.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in women's issues?
Psychology Today's online directory allows users to search for psychiatrists by treatment specialty and gender, making it easy to find psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who treat women's issues and identify as female. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approach, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees.