Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists in Hamden, CT
Her approach draws on psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and attachment based therapies, adapted to each patient’s goals.
Expertise and clarity define Dr. Harper’s practice. An experienced board-certified psychiatrist, she integrates psychotherapy into every session, connecting neurobiology with emotional patterns to guide lasting change. Patients work with a clinician who values both evidence and meaning, blending medical precision with therapeutic depth.
Her approach draws on psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and attachment based therapies, adapted to each patient’s goals.
Expertise and clarity define Dr. Harper’s practice. An experienced board-certified psychiatrist, she integrates psychotherapy into every session, connecting neurobiology with emotional patterns to guide lasting change. Patients work with a clinician who values both evidence and meaning, blending medical precision with therapeutic depth.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is aimed to identify and change negative thoughts patterns and behaviors.
At Kare’N Minds and Wellness, I provide compassionate, personalized, and non-judgmental mental health care in a safe space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. We believe every person deserves care that meets them where they are and helps them move toward healing, balance, and emotional wellness. Helping you find Peace in your Pieces
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is aimed to identify and change negative thoughts patterns and behaviors.
At Kare’N Minds and Wellness, I provide compassionate, personalized, and non-judgmental mental health care in a safe space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. We believe every person deserves care that meets them where they are and helps them move toward healing, balance, and emotional wellness. Helping you find Peace in your Pieces
I use supportive therapy, psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT)-informed techniques, motivational interviewing, and medication management when appropriate.
My clients often face anxiety, depression, dementia, or other mental health challenges. They want to feel understood, supported, and empowered with tools to cope. Together, we work on building resilience, improving daily functioning, and creating a sense of hope and balance. I offer supportive, personalized care to help you feel stronger, calmer, and more in control.
I use supportive therapy, psychoeducation, cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT)-informed techniques, motivational interviewing, and medication management when appropriate.
My clients often face anxiety, depression, dementia, or other mental health challenges. They want to feel understood, supported, and empowered with tools to cope. Together, we work on building resilience, improving daily functioning, and creating a sense of hope and balance. I offer supportive, personalized care to help you feel stronger, calmer, and more in control.
Many people are reluctant to get treated for mental illness. The truth is mental illness should be treated the same as a physical illnesses. I am a firm believer that the brain can get hurt like any other organ in the body. I want to help you heal your brain. This starts from within. I will work with the whole person.
Many people are reluctant to get treated for mental illness. The truth is mental illness should be treated the same as a physical illnesses. I am a firm believer that the brain can get hurt like any other organ in the body. I want to help you heal your brain. This starts from within. I will work with the whole person.
Willow Treatment & Associates is a private practice offering therapy and medication management for teens through older adults. I am an advanced practice RN
With post graduate training and many years experience. I pride myself in working together with each individual to work through life struggles so you can realize and live into your full potential.
Willow Treatment & Associates is a private practice offering therapy and medication management for teens through older adults. I am an advanced practice RN
With post graduate training and many years experience. I pride myself in working together with each individual to work through life struggles so you can realize and live into your full potential.
Karen Ennis is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Kare'n Minds and Wellness, a virtual practice dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate, and high-quality mental health care. She specializes in working with high-functioning adults, including professionals and individuals navigating anxiety, mood disorders and life transitions, who are seeking a more thoughtful and individualized approach to treatment.
Karen Ennis is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and the founder of Kare'n Minds and Wellness, a virtual practice dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate, and high-quality mental health care. She specializes in working with high-functioning adults, including professionals and individuals navigating anxiety, mood disorders and life transitions, who are seeking a more thoughtful and individualized approach to treatment.
Lifespan Collaborative Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN , PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Hamden, CT 06518
In the vast landscape of mental health, each individual's journey is a unique narrative, often filled with complexities, challenges, and ultimately, resilience. Welcome to Lifespan Collaborative Services a psychiatric mental health practice and sanctuary where healing transcends the boundaries of conventional therapy, embracing a holistic, integrative, and culturally supportive approach to mental wellness. Central to the Lifespan Collaborative Services approach is the integration of evidence-based therapeutic modalities with complementary healing practices drawn from diverse cultural traditions.
In the vast landscape of mental health, each individual's journey is a unique narrative, often filled with complexities, challenges, and ultimately, resilience. Welcome to Lifespan Collaborative Services a psychiatric mental health practice and sanctuary where healing transcends the boundaries of conventional therapy, embracing a holistic, integrative, and culturally supportive approach to mental wellness. Central to the Lifespan Collaborative Services approach is the integration of evidence-based therapeutic modalities with complementary healing practices drawn from diverse cultural traditions.
My ideal clients are adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood by their symptoms or past experiences and are ready or at least willing to explore something different. They may be living with depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety or panic, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders, or thoughts of self-harm and suicide. Many have tried to manage on their own for a long time, or have had mixed experiences with mental health care in the past, and are looking for a more attentive, collaborative, and respectful approach. I focus on careful, comprehensive assessment so we truly understand what is going on.
My ideal clients are adults who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or misunderstood by their symptoms or past experiences and are ready or at least willing to explore something different. They may be living with depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety or panic, ADHD, OCD, personality disorders, or thoughts of self-harm and suicide. Many have tried to manage on their own for a long time, or have had mixed experiences with mental health care in the past, and are looking for a more attentive, collaborative, and respectful approach. I focus on careful, comprehensive assessment so we truly understand what is going on.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in providing comprehensive mental health care to diverse patient populations. I'm proficient in conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health disorders, and developing evidence-based treatment plans. I'm also skilled in medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention. I collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote holistic client care. I'm dedicated to advocating for mental health awareness and reducing stigma associated with mental illness.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in providing comprehensive mental health care to diverse patient populations. I'm proficient in conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health disorders, and developing evidence-based treatment plans. I'm also skilled in medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention. I collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote holistic client care. I'm dedicated to advocating for mental health awareness and reducing stigma associated with mental illness.
I am a board-certified PMHNP providing medication management and integrative mental health care for young adult - adults. Most people I work with find themselves feeling stuck in the same patterns and are looking for lasting change. Whether you're dealing with addiction, anxiety, mood swings, depression, ADHD, or feeling directionless, I offer a practical, collaborative approach grounded in evidence-based care. Together, we'll identify what's driving your symptoms and create a treatment plan that helps you regain stability, confidence, and long-term well-being.
I am a board-certified PMHNP providing medication management and integrative mental health care for young adult - adults. Most people I work with find themselves feeling stuck in the same patterns and are looking for lasting change. Whether you're dealing with addiction, anxiety, mood swings, depression, ADHD, or feeling directionless, I offer a practical, collaborative approach grounded in evidence-based care. Together, we'll identify what's driving your symptoms and create a treatment plan that helps you regain stability, confidence, and long-term well-being.
Evaluation and treatment for focus, motivation, and organization concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, overall functioning and depression in adolescents and adults. Most new patients are seen within 7–10 days, with treatment plans that may include medication and therapy. Many individuals struggle with starting tasks, staying organized, or following through despite strong effort. These challenges often affect school, work, and daily responsibilities. At Solstice Healthcare, we provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to understand what’s contributing and develop a clear, effective plan forward.
Evaluation and treatment for focus, motivation, and organization concerns, including ADHD, anxiety, overall functioning and depression in adolescents and adults. Most new patients are seen within 7–10 days, with treatment plans that may include medication and therapy. Many individuals struggle with starting tasks, staying organized, or following through despite strong effort. These challenges often affect school, work, and daily responsibilities. At Solstice Healthcare, we provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to understand what’s contributing and develop a clear, effective plan forward.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. Many people I work with describe patterns like high-functioning anxiety, constant mental load, anticipatory worry, and trouble relaxing; depression that looks like numbness, fatigue that rest does not fix, low motivation, or pulling away from others; ADHD-related challenges with focus, follow-through, organization, and mental overwhelm; trauma-related symptoms such as hypervigilance, emotional reactivity, shutdown, or feeling stuck in survival mode; or mood concerns that may include major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, persistent depressive disorder, or PMDD.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. Many people I work with describe patterns like high-functioning anxiety, constant mental load, anticipatory worry, and trouble relaxing; depression that looks like numbness, fatigue that rest does not fix, low motivation, or pulling away from others; ADHD-related challenges with focus, follow-through, organization, and mental overwhelm; trauma-related symptoms such as hypervigilance, emotional reactivity, shutdown, or feeling stuck in survival mode; or mood concerns that may include major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, persistent depressive disorder, or PMDD.
Everyone needs help sometimes. I believe in improving health through care that is both sensitive and scientific, with careful medication management and therapy. My goal is to meet clients where they are, and help them explore the big picture. I strive to enable clients to make informed decisions in their care, with their goals at the forefront.
Everyone needs help sometimes. I believe in improving health through care that is both sensitive and scientific, with careful medication management and therapy. My goal is to meet clients where they are, and help them explore the big picture. I strive to enable clients to make informed decisions in their care, with their goals at the forefront.
Reaching out for mental health support takes courage, and I strive to provide a calm, respectful space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. With eight years of psychiatric nursing experience before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring strong clinical insight to thoughtful medication management, clear guidance, and practical coping strategies. Together, we will move at a comfortable pace, focusing on stability, confidence, and helping you feel like yourself again.
Reaching out for mental health support takes courage, and I strive to provide a calm, respectful space where you feel safe, heard, and understood. With eight years of psychiatric nursing experience before becoming a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring strong clinical insight to thoughtful medication management, clear guidance, and practical coping strategies. Together, we will move at a comfortable pace, focusing on stability, confidence, and helping you feel like yourself again.
I am trained in various types of psychotherapy, including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I am out of office 7/16-7/27, and will be responding to new patient inquiries when I return.
Are you looking for a responsive, collaborative, and empathetic psychiatrist? I work with adult clients on a variety of mental health issues including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, and OCD.
I believe wholeheartedly in the safety and efficacy of psychiatric medications, but some patients ask me if they still need medication, or how to come off of them safely. If that's you, I'll work with you on a personalized medication regimen.
I am trained in various types of psychotherapy, including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I am out of office 7/16-7/27, and will be responding to new patient inquiries when I return.
Are you looking for a responsive, collaborative, and empathetic psychiatrist? I work with adult clients on a variety of mental health issues including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, and OCD.
I believe wholeheartedly in the safety and efficacy of psychiatric medications, but some patients ask me if they still need medication, or how to come off of them safely. If that's you, I'll work with you on a personalized medication regimen.
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Anxiety, ADHD, and the uncertainty of exploring medication can leave you feeling burned out and unsure of how to move forward. Worries, difficulty focusing, and questions about treatment often weigh on daily life, affecting your confidence and peace of mind. These struggles are real, but choosing therapy is a strong step toward change. I work with clients managing fear, ADHD, and medication decisions by helping them build clarity, strengthen coping skills, and restore balance in their lives. Through this process, you can begin to feel more grounded and supported.
Anxiety, ADHD, and the uncertainty of exploring medication can leave you feeling burned out and unsure of how to move forward. Worries, difficulty focusing, and questions about treatment often weigh on daily life, affecting your confidence and peace of mind. These struggles are real, but choosing therapy is a strong step toward change. I work with clients managing fear, ADHD, and medication decisions by helping them build clarity, strengthen coping skills, and restore balance in their lives. Through this process, you can begin to feel more grounded and supported.
Previous role: I had worked for several years as a full-time attending Psychiatrist for NEMG/Yale primarily at Bridgeport Hospital & the Norma Pfreim Breast Care Center where I had treated patients in the Emergency Room, Inpatient Units, and Outpatient Clinic. I also worked in Fairfield University's health clinic.
Previous role: I had worked for several years as a full-time attending Psychiatrist for NEMG/Yale primarily at Bridgeport Hospital & the Norma Pfreim Breast Care Center where I had treated patients in the Emergency Room, Inpatient Units, and Outpatient Clinic. I also worked in Fairfield University's health clinic.
Dr. Saria El Haddad is double boarded in general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry. She previously held a leadership role of medical director for the dual diagnosis partial hospitalization program at the Brigham and Women's Faulkner hospital where she helped create and establish this program, and also worked as an outpatient addiction psychiatrist. She has been involved in teaching and currently maintains academic affiliation with the Harvard Medical School. In addition, she has appeared in numerous professional publications and authored several research papers.
Dr. Saria El Haddad is double boarded in general psychiatry and addiction psychiatry. She previously held a leadership role of medical director for the dual diagnosis partial hospitalization program at the Brigham and Women's Faulkner hospital where she helped create and establish this program, and also worked as an outpatient addiction psychiatrist. She has been involved in teaching and currently maintains academic affiliation with the Harvard Medical School. In addition, she has appeared in numerous professional publications and authored several research papers.
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with more than 15 years of experience in mental health nursing, dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and adults. My focus is on helping individuals build resilience and promoting overall well-being while advocating for mental health awareness. I specialize in treating a variety of conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and medication management. My priority is to create a comfortable and safe environment where clients can feel at ease and free to express themselves.
Acceping Patients and referrals for Spravato Clinic in Fairfield CT
I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with more than 15 years of experience in mental health nursing, dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and adults. My focus is on helping individuals build resilience and promoting overall well-being while advocating for mental health awareness. I specialize in treating a variety of conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and medication management. My priority is to create a comfortable and safe environment where clients can feel at ease and free to express themselves.
Acceping Patients and referrals for Spravato Clinic in Fairfield CT
When I started working in healthcare as a cardiac nurse I saw the widespread effects of addiction. Since then, I’ve dedicated my career to helping people overcome substance use disorders. I use a compassionate and supportive approach along with the top medical interventions. The approach I take with clients has been influenced by my experience at the bedside as a clinical care nurse and my training as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. This enables me to support clients in their overall health as well as their behavioral health. Accepting new clients in CT and VA.
When I started working in healthcare as a cardiac nurse I saw the widespread effects of addiction. Since then, I’ve dedicated my career to helping people overcome substance use disorders. I use a compassionate and supportive approach along with the top medical interventions. The approach I take with clients has been influenced by my experience at the bedside as a clinical care nurse and my training as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. This enables me to support clients in their overall health as well as their behavioral health. Accepting new clients in CT and VA.
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FAQ - Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists
Do psychiatrists provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Yes, many psychiatrists provide CBT as a therapeutic approach in sessions with clients. CBT is an evidence-based form of therapy that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to mental health challenges. Psychiatrists who provide CBT can be particularly valuable when your condition may benefit from both therapy *and* medication, such as depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD or PTSD. However, some psychiatrists choose to focus primarily on medication management rather than ongoing therapy. When evaluating potential psychiatrists, it can be helpful to confirm that they actively incorporate CBT techniques into their practice (rather than focusing solely on prescribing medication)
What is the difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist?
The primary difference between CBT with a psychiatrist versus a therapist is that a psychiatrist can integrate medication management with CBT treatment, while non-psychiatrist therapists (such as psychologists, counselors, or social workers) provide CBT without the ability to prescribe medications. In a CBT session with a psychiatrist, you will work on the same core techniques as you would with any CBT provider, such as identifying cognitive distortions or challenging negative thought patterns. However, a psychiatrist can also monitor how medication affects your symptoms. This integrated approach can be especially helpful for conditions like major depression or bipolar disorder, where medication often works together with therapy to produce better outcomes than either treatment alone.
Should I see a psychiatrist or therapist for CBT?
The choice to see a psychiatrist or therapist depends on the severity of your symptoms and whether medication might be part of your treatment plan. A psychiatrist who provides CBT is appropriate when you have more severe mental health symptoms that may require medication. A non-psychiatrist therapist may be appropriate when your symptoms are mild to moderate, you prefer to try therapy without medication first, or you are already stable on medication prescribed by another provider. It is worth noting that psychiatrists typically charge higher rates than other therapists due to their medical training, and psychiatry sessions are not always covered by insurance. Therefore, some people start with a therapist for CBT and later add a psychiatrist to their treatment team if medication becomes necessary.