Trauma Focused Psychiatrists in Hamden, CT
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.
I treat patients with mental illnesses and manage general medical concerns.
I treat patients with mental illnesses and manage general medical concerns.
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.
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.
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.
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I am committed to helping individuals reduce their suffering and improve their quality of life. This happens as people learn about themselves and feel ready to take steps to make changes in their life. As I work with an individual, I seek to understand how they experience themselves and their world with empathy and compassion. My framework is integrative, incorporating psychological and psychodynamic understanding without any judgment. I strive to make therapy a collaborative and supportive experience so that individuals will feel safe, understood, and empowered.
I am committed to helping individuals reduce their suffering and improve their quality of life. This happens as people learn about themselves and feel ready to take steps to make changes in their life. As I work with an individual, I seek to understand how they experience themselves and their world with empathy and compassion. My framework is integrative, incorporating psychological and psychodynamic understanding without any judgment. I strive to make therapy a collaborative and supportive experience so that individuals will feel safe, understood, and empowered.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 13 years of experience supporting adults in their mental health and recovery journeys. Throughout my career, I have worked as both a nurse clinician and nurse practitioner in community mental health settings, including providing outpatient behavioral health services. I specialize in addiction medicine and treat alcohol and opioid use disorders, as well as a range of behavioral health concerns. My approach centers on respect, dignity, safety, and whole-person well-being.
I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) with 13 years of experience supporting adults in their mental health and recovery journeys. Throughout my career, I have worked as both a nurse clinician and nurse practitioner in community mental health settings, including providing outpatient behavioral health services. I specialize in addiction medicine and treat alcohol and opioid use disorders, as well as a range of behavioral health concerns. My approach centers on respect, dignity, safety, and whole-person well-being.
Are you hoping to better understand yourself, break out of unhelpful patterns, or feel more seen in your relationships? Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or overwhelm. Others are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or family strain. Many are longing for safety, recognition, understanding, intimacy, and/or connection. My goal is to try and help you with the worries that get in the way of what you want and need.
Are you hoping to better understand yourself, break out of unhelpful patterns, or feel more seen in your relationships? Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or overwhelm. Others are navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or family strain. Many are longing for safety, recognition, understanding, intimacy, and/or connection. My goal is to try and help you with the worries that get in the way of what you want and need.
Wholistic Perspective is proud to offer Spravato (esketamine) assisted therapy for depression. Spravato treatment has been shown to be an effective treatment for various conditions, including depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. Our team is committed to providing innovative solutions to support your mental and physical health. We believe that this innovative treatment can be a valuable addition to our range of services, and we are eager to share more information with you. We invite you to schedule a consultation with our team if you are interested in exploring this treatment option further.
Wholistic Perspective is proud to offer Spravato (esketamine) assisted therapy for depression. Spravato treatment has been shown to be an effective treatment for various conditions, including depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. Our team is committed to providing innovative solutions to support your mental and physical health. We believe that this innovative treatment can be a valuable addition to our range of services, and we are eager to share more information with you. We invite you to schedule a consultation with our team if you are interested in exploring this treatment option further.
Christta Sprott
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, PMH-C
5 Endorsed
Waterbury, CT 06708
Waitlist for new clients
Supporting clients across CT and NY! I am the practice owner and lead psychiatric specialist at Destination Psychiatry. I’m a board-certified practitioner with over 15 years of experience, including 13 years focused on psychiatry. I offer thoughtful, individualized care to support your unique mental health journey and overall well-being. My approach centers on a warm, trusting environment that fosters comfort and openness. I also offer telehealth options for added convenience.
Supporting clients across CT and NY! I am the practice owner and lead psychiatric specialist at Destination Psychiatry. I’m a board-certified practitioner with over 15 years of experience, including 13 years focused on psychiatry. I offer thoughtful, individualized care to support your unique mental health journey and overall well-being. My approach centers on a warm, trusting environment that fosters comfort and openness. I also offer telehealth options for added convenience.
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Deon S. Milardo, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Founder Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
At Healing Haven Psychiatry, we believe that mental health care should be compassionate, personalized, and rooted in genuine human connection.
Founded by Deon S. Milardo, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, Healing Haven Psychiatry was created with a simple mission: to provide a safe, supportive space where individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered on their journey toward healing and emotional wellness.
Deon's path into healthcare was driven by a deep desire to help others navigate life's most challenging moments. Over the past
Meet Your Provider
Deon S. Milardo, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Founder Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
At Healing Haven Psychiatry, we believe that mental health care should be compassionate, personalized, and rooted in genuine human connection.
Founded by Deon S. Milardo, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, Healing Haven Psychiatry was created with a simple mission: to provide a safe, supportive space where individuals feel heard, understood, and empowered on their journey toward healing and emotional wellness.
Deon's path into healthcare was driven by a deep desire to help others navigate life's most challenging moments. Over the past
Hi there, I have been trained to treat many psychiatric illnesses and issues, with both medication and psychotherapy. The treatment I provide is often a unique combination which pulls from several different types of therapies, including interpersonal psychodynamic, supportive, DBT and CBT. My patient population ranges from children as young as 6 years old to adults. The majority of children I work with are struggling with anxiety or ADHD, often both. The adolescents and adults that I treat have a variety of issues, including anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders and mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder.
Hi there, I have been trained to treat many psychiatric illnesses and issues, with both medication and psychotherapy. The treatment I provide is often a unique combination which pulls from several different types of therapies, including interpersonal psychodynamic, supportive, DBT and CBT. My patient population ranges from children as young as 6 years old to adults. The majority of children I work with are struggling with anxiety or ADHD, often both. The adolescents and adults that I treat have a variety of issues, including anxiety, substance abuse, eating disorders and mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder.
As a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience, I serve adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and life stressors. Clients often seek care when feeling overwhelmed or when past treatments have not been effective. I provide comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment plans, medication management, and supportive therapy. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and culturally sensitive, empowering clients to build coping skills, improve functioning, and achieve lasting mental wellness.
As a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience, I serve adolescents and adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and life stressors. Clients often seek care when feeling overwhelmed or when past treatments have not been effective. I provide comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment plans, medication management, and supportive therapy. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and culturally sensitive, empowering clients to build coping skills, improve functioning, and achieve lasting mental wellness.
My ideal client is an adult or young adult who is emotionally exhausted from trying to “hold it together” while silently struggling. They may appear functional on the outside—working, parenting, or meeting responsibilities—but internally they feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand.
My ideal client is an adult or young adult who is emotionally exhausted from trying to “hold it together” while silently struggling. They may appear functional on the outside—working, parenting, or meeting responsibilities—but internally they feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand.
Welcome! We are a group practice of 60 licensed counselors and medication providers. We have a multi disciplinary team which is trained in several models to tailor each of our clients needs. Our biggest focus, is you, our client. We provide family, couples and individual counseling. Medication management for psychiatry and also offer Primary Care Services.
Welcome! We are a group practice of 60 licensed counselors and medication providers. We have a multi disciplinary team which is trained in several models to tailor each of our clients needs. Our biggest focus, is you, our client. We provide family, couples and individual counseling. Medication management for psychiatry and also offer Primary Care Services.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first steps towards self-improvement. You’ve tried everything: therapy, mindfulness, lifestyle changes, but are still struggling. I understand that making that first appointment can often be one of the biggest hurdles. As your psychiatrist, I will work closely with you every step of the way to determine the best treatment that is tailored specifically to your personal needs.
I want to congratulate you on taking the first steps towards self-improvement. You’ve tried everything: therapy, mindfulness, lifestyle changes, but are still struggling. I understand that making that first appointment can often be one of the biggest hurdles. As your psychiatrist, I will work closely with you every step of the way to determine the best treatment that is tailored specifically to your personal needs.
There has been an increase in those suffering from anxiety and depression, especially after COVID. We watched in fear as the world slipped into a pandemic. I want you to know you are not alone! There are many sufferings from trauma related to a bad relationship, bullying or past abuse. Again, you are not alone! Have you been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or ADHD and have been struggling to manage your symptoms? I am here to help. Regardless of age or diagnosis everyone deserves peace of mind and a little understanding. I believe everyone deserves compassionate and empathetic mental health care. Let me help you.
There has been an increase in those suffering from anxiety and depression, especially after COVID. We watched in fear as the world slipped into a pandemic. I want you to know you are not alone! There are many sufferings from trauma related to a bad relationship, bullying or past abuse. Again, you are not alone! Have you been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or ADHD and have been struggling to manage your symptoms? I am here to help. Regardless of age or diagnosis everyone deserves peace of mind and a little understanding. I believe everyone deserves compassionate and empathetic mental health care. Let me help you.
I care for individuals of all ages seeking compassionate, holistic mental health support. Many come with concerns like anxiety, depression, or other psychiatric conditions, looking for clarity and effective treatment. My team at Destination Psychiatry and I build trusting relationships, provide thorough evaluations, and use evidence-based therapies and medication management to help you regain balance and move forward with confidence.
I care for individuals of all ages seeking compassionate, holistic mental health support. Many come with concerns like anxiety, depression, or other psychiatric conditions, looking for clarity and effective treatment. My team at Destination Psychiatry and I build trusting relationships, provide thorough evaluations, and use evidence-based therapies and medication management to help you regain balance and move forward with confidence.
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