Family Therapy Psychiatrists in New Canaan, CT
In fact, I welcome them and help to channel them, for my patients and their families.
I am a Yale University-trained Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist who meets patients "where they're at". This means that I personalize each treatment plan for each individual, not based on a one-size-fits-all, robotic, regimen. No two people are the same, so my treatment plans should not be either. Each patient can expect to receive top-quality, compassionate, individualized care, whether that includes medications or just therapy, with tangible resources that they can utilize outside of our appointment times. There is no such thing as a "difficult" patient, only a patient who we have not figured out how to help yet.
In fact, I welcome them and help to channel them, for my patients and their families.
I am a Yale University-trained Adult and Child/Adolescent Psychiatrist who meets patients "where they're at". This means that I personalize each treatment plan for each individual, not based on a one-size-fits-all, robotic, regimen. No two people are the same, so my treatment plans should not be either. Each patient can expect to receive top-quality, compassionate, individualized care, whether that includes medications or just therapy, with tangible resources that they can utilize outside of our appointment times. There is no such thing as a "difficult" patient, only a patient who we have not figured out how to help yet.
Noelle provides both psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic interventions for children, adolescents, and adults. She is trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) and certified in EX/RP (Exposure Response Prevention) and NVR (Non-Violent Resistance), which is a therapeutic system for supporting caregivers of children with behavioral problems, reducing parental helplessness/erasure, and helping families that suffer from intense conflict between parent and child.
Noelle provides both psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic interventions for children, adolescents, and adults. She is trained in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) and certified in EX/RP (Exposure Response Prevention) and NVR (Non-Violent Resistance), which is a therapeutic system for supporting caregivers of children with behavioral problems, reducing parental helplessness/erasure, and helping families that suffer from intense conflict between parent and child.
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.
Overwhelmed and struggling? Experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Provides Relief (In-Person & Telehealth) Feeling down, anxious, or simply not yourself? As a busy working mom, I understand the unique challenges you face and am here to help you regain control and find relief. I specialize in medication management for depression, anxiety, ADHD, postpartum depression, and mood disorders. My goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can work together to find solutions that truly fit your needs. I offer convenient in-person appointments in a Fairfield County office and telehealth sessions throughout CT
Overwhelmed and struggling? Experienced Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Provides Relief (In-Person & Telehealth) Feeling down, anxious, or simply not yourself? As a busy working mom, I understand the unique challenges you face and am here to help you regain control and find relief. I specialize in medication management for depression, anxiety, ADHD, postpartum depression, and mood disorders. My goal is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can work together to find solutions that truly fit your needs. I offer convenient in-person appointments in a Fairfield County office and telehealth sessions throughout CT
Dr. Jordana Hollen is Board Certified by The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology; and she specializes in providing outpatient Psychiatric care for adults. Dr. Hollen has experience treating a variety of mental health concerns with a special focus on Mood and Anxiety disorders, as well as a particular interest in Women’s Health. She treats a range of conditions including Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Post-Partum Depression, Bipolar Disorder and ADHD. She has been practicing psychiatry for fifteen years and has been awarded both Top Doctor by her peers and Best of Local SRQ.
Dr. Jordana Hollen is Board Certified by The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology; and she specializes in providing outpatient Psychiatric care for adults. Dr. Hollen has experience treating a variety of mental health concerns with a special focus on Mood and Anxiety disorders, as well as a particular interest in Women’s Health. She treats a range of conditions including Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Post-Partum Depression, Bipolar Disorder and ADHD. She has been practicing psychiatry for fifteen years and has been awarded both Top Doctor by her peers and Best of Local SRQ.
Board-Certified in Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Addiction Psychiatry, for over 25 years Dr. Eric Nicholson has specialized in treating non-autistic and autistic individuals with trauma-related disorders (including PTSD) and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder/OCD-Spectrum Disorders including Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (trichotillomania, skin picking) with Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Exposure/Response Prevention therapy with Inhibitory Learning, Habit Reversal Training and prescription medicine as needed. He also treats Addictions and Depressive & Anxiety Disorders (Social Anxiety, Panic disorders).
Board-Certified in Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Addiction Psychiatry, for over 25 years Dr. Eric Nicholson has specialized in treating non-autistic and autistic individuals with trauma-related disorders (including PTSD) and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder/OCD-Spectrum Disorders including Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (trichotillomania, skin picking) with Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy/Exposure/Response Prevention therapy with Inhibitory Learning, Habit Reversal Training and prescription medicine as needed. He also treats Addictions and Depressive & Anxiety Disorders (Social Anxiety, Panic disorders).
Cornell and Columbia trained, Dr. Lopez does not believe in one-size-fits-all treatments. As a Distinguished Fellow of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry society (AACAP) , he believes in down-to-earth approaches that really make sense. Dr. Lopez is also a psychotherapist with years of training in the most in-depth psychotherapies. He provides interventions that have clear results. Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA), he has taught at Penn, Yale, Columbia, and Cornell specialized programs for more than 20 years. He now brings to Philadelphia the latest knowledge to help kids, parents, and adult patients.
Cornell and Columbia trained, Dr. Lopez does not believe in one-size-fits-all treatments. As a Distinguished Fellow of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry society (AACAP) , he believes in down-to-earth approaches that really make sense. Dr. Lopez is also a psychotherapist with years of training in the most in-depth psychotherapies. He provides interventions that have clear results. Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (APA), he has taught at Penn, Yale, Columbia, and Cornell specialized programs for more than 20 years. He now brings to Philadelphia the latest knowledge to help kids, parents, and adult patients.
Media and family often put expectations on us that do not align with what is best for our authentic self.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, treating individuals with emotional difficulties, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and substance abuse. I specialize in medication management and psychotherapy as well as an integrative and holistic perspective to helping you obtain mental wellness and well being.
Media and family often put expectations on us that do not align with what is best for our authentic self.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, treating individuals with emotional difficulties, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and substance abuse. I specialize in medication management and psychotherapy as well as an integrative and holistic perspective to helping you obtain mental wellness and well being.
Christta Sprott
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, PMH-C
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
I work with children, teens, women, and families, focusing on how behavioral changes (sometimes coupled with medication) can improve their psychological & physical well-being.
I received my Master of Science in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner from Stony Brook University & hold a Doctorate from Mass General Hospital Institute of Health Professionals. I have more than 30 years of experience in medicine, with a career working with patients in emergency services, both in psychiatric & primary care situations .
I work with children, teens, women, and families, focusing on how behavioral changes (sometimes coupled with medication) can improve their psychological & physical well-being.
I received my Master of Science in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner from Stony Brook University & hold a Doctorate from Mass General Hospital Institute of Health Professionals. I have more than 30 years of experience in medicine, with a career working with patients in emergency services, both in psychiatric & primary care situations .
Nice to meet you. I am a licensed psychiatric and medical nurse practitioner. I treat the person, physically and spiritually. I am a piece of the puzzle in developing the real you. I am continually working on being the best listener. I help develop a person-centered treatment plan.
Nice to meet you. I am a licensed psychiatric and medical nurse practitioner. I treat the person, physically and spiritually. I am a piece of the puzzle in developing the real you. I am continually working on being the best listener. I help develop a person-centered treatment plan.
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Light-tunnel Behavioral Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse, DNP, MSNPH, PMHNP
2 Endorsed
Norwalk, CT 06851
NB: We provide medication management services and supportive therapy!
Are you looking for a provider who makes you feel comfortable enough to reflect and express yourself as you wish? Do you need a provider who listens actively to your concerns? Are you seeking a participatory treatment where you can contribute to your individualized treatment plan?
NB: We provide medication management services and supportive therapy!
Are you looking for a provider who makes you feel comfortable enough to reflect and express yourself as you wish? Do you need a provider who listens actively to your concerns? Are you seeking a participatory treatment where you can contribute to your individualized treatment plan?
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.
Are you struggling with family difficulties, work place related stress, maintaining strong family and friendship ties?
I have diverse skill sets and experiences working with individuals, couples, children and families. I am experienced in diagnosing and medication management of mental health disorders as well as individual and group counseling.
Are you struggling with family difficulties, work place related stress, maintaining strong family and friendship ties?
I have diverse skill sets and experiences working with individuals, couples, children and families. I am experienced in diagnosing and medication management of mental health disorders as well as individual and group counseling.
Originally trained as an ER nurse, I have extensive experience working with patients and their families in the medical setting.
I'm a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner offering medication management and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I also offer sessions in Spanish so that clients can feel comfortable communicating in their first language. I enjoy working with clients who seek to learn more about themselves through thoughtful conversations. I am always curious about people, and enjoy listening to others share their unique stories and perspectives. After listening carefully, I will explain how different medications work and support clients in considering how this intervention can improve their lives.
Originally trained as an ER nurse, I have extensive experience working with patients and their families in the medical setting.
I'm a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner offering medication management and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. I also offer sessions in Spanish so that clients can feel comfortable communicating in their first language. I enjoy working with clients who seek to learn more about themselves through thoughtful conversations. I am always curious about people, and enjoy listening to others share their unique stories and perspectives. After listening carefully, I will explain how different medications work and support clients in considering how this intervention can improve their lives.
At FIT Psychiatry, I provide compassionate, comprehensive care for children, adolescents, adults and their families—both in person and virtually.
At FIT Psychiatry, I provide in-person and virtual care for children, adolescents, and their families. I treat anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and other psychiatric concerns, using a holistic approach that integrates mental health, physical health, and nutrition.
At FIT Psychiatry, I provide compassionate, comprehensive care for children, adolescents, adults and their families—both in person and virtually.
At FIT Psychiatry, I provide in-person and virtual care for children, adolescents, and their families. I treat anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and other psychiatric concerns, using a holistic approach that integrates mental health, physical health, and nutrition.
I provide culturally responsive care to individuals and families from the Jewish community.
In addition to medication management, I also emphasize the importance of non-pharmacological treatments. Many clients find that alternative therapies can be effective and beneficial in managing their symptoms. We can discuss many options available and provide appropriate referrals. Medication management was not meant to be a stand alone treatment option.
I provide culturally responsive care to individuals and families from the Jewish community.
In addition to medication management, I also emphasize the importance of non-pharmacological treatments. Many clients find that alternative therapies can be effective and beneficial in managing their symptoms. We can discuss many options available and provide appropriate referrals. Medication management was not meant to be a stand alone treatment option.
Jennifer Barresi is based in Hudson Valley and is a board-certified nurse practitioner in Psychiatry & Family Medicine (PMHNP/FNP-BC) skilled in evaluating and prescribing evidence-based treatments & supportive psychotherapy.
We have a great team on staff including John Zagat, M.D., Sophia Mason, PhD, RN, Jennifer Barresi, RN, and Scott Palyo, M.D. We offer psychiatric evaluations and medication management, individual and group therapy and psychological testing in New York.
John Zagat is a board-certified psychiatrist working in private practice and is licensed in NY, PA, CT and NJ. He is affiliated with NYU Child Study Center as an Adjunct Faculty Member, and he is a volunteer faculty member at New York Medical College.
Jennifer Barresi is based in Hudson Valley and is a board-certified nurse practitioner in Psychiatry & Family Medicine (PMHNP/FNP-BC) skilled in evaluating and prescribing evidence-based treatments & supportive psychotherapy.
We have a great team on staff including John Zagat, M.D., Sophia Mason, PhD, RN, Jennifer Barresi, RN, and Scott Palyo, M.D. We offer psychiatric evaluations and medication management, individual and group therapy and psychological testing in New York.
John Zagat is a board-certified psychiatrist working in private practice and is licensed in NY, PA, CT and NJ. He is affiliated with NYU Child Study Center as an Adjunct Faculty Member, and he is a volunteer faculty member at New York Medical College.
I am certified a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C).
I believe in decreasing stigma and barriers that prevent individuals from seeking mental health treatment. I have a holistic view of a person’s health and integrate this into clinical decisions. I believe in creating a trusting therapeutic relationship where the individual feels supported, validated, and listened to in a non-judgmental manner. I am passionate about providing quality service with empathy and patience. I hope to work in conjunction with therapists in Connecticut with the understanding that psychotherapy and medication management are evidence-based interventions and when combined provide the safest and best outcome.
I am certified a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C).
I believe in decreasing stigma and barriers that prevent individuals from seeking mental health treatment. I have a holistic view of a person’s health and integrate this into clinical decisions. I believe in creating a trusting therapeutic relationship where the individual feels supported, validated, and listened to in a non-judgmental manner. I am passionate about providing quality service with empathy and patience. I hope to work in conjunction with therapists in Connecticut with the understanding that psychotherapy and medication management are evidence-based interventions and when combined provide the safest and best outcome.
Welcome! I am Mekessia Richards-Carby, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience working in healthcare. My experience in psychiatry ranges from treating children and adolescents in partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs to adults in addiction treatment, as well as older adults as they transition through life changes. I treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, Bipolar/mood disorders, OCD, sleep disorders, and more.
Welcome! I am Mekessia Richards-Carby, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 20 years of experience working in healthcare. My experience in psychiatry ranges from treating children and adolescents in partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs to adults in addiction treatment, as well as older adults as they transition through life changes. I treat a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, Bipolar/mood disorders, OCD, sleep disorders, and more.
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Do psychiatrists provide family therapy?
Some psychiatrists do provide family therapy as part of their practice, but it is less common than individual treatment. While all psychiatrists are trained in psychotherapy during their training, most focus their practice on individual medication management and one-on-one therapy. Family therapy is typically the specialty of licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs), licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), and psychologists who have more dedicated training in family systems and group dynamics.
What is the difference between a psychiatrist and a family therapist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) who can prescribe medication and provide medical evaluations for mental health conditions, while a family therapist focuses exclusively on therapeutic interventions without the ability to prescribe medication. Family therapists (often licensed as LMFTs or LCSWs) complete master's level training specifically in family systems theory, which examines how family members interact and influence each other's behavior and emotional well-being. Psychiatrists receive medical training that focuses more on the biological, rather than relational, aspects of mental illness.
Do I need an individual psychiatrist or a family psychiatrist?
What kind of mental health clinician is needed depends on the nature of the problem you are facing. Individual psychiatry is better when you have specific psychiatric symptoms (like panic attacks, mood swings, or psychotic symptoms) that require professional diagnosis and potentially medication. Family therapy provided by a psychiatrist, in contrast, may be a good fit when problems manifest in family relationships, such as parent-child conflicts, communication challenges, or adjusting to major family transitions like divorce or grief. In some cases, it may be appropriate to see both an individual and a family psychiatrist if there are individual and relationship-related concerns in a family simultaneously. For example, a teenager with depression might see a psychiatrist for medication and symptom monitoring while the entire family attends therapy together to improve communication and support the teen's recovery.