Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Psychiatrists in New Haven, CT
I will work with you to find holistic and humanistic approaches to achieving wellness. At the core of many symptoms, there is trauma and grief, and I will support you in your efforts to heal and construct a life that feels authentic. I will also offer medications that are appropriate when needed.
I will work with you to find holistic and humanistic approaches to achieving wellness. At the core of many symptoms, there is trauma and grief, and I will support you in your efforts to heal and construct a life that feels authentic. I will also offer medications that are appropriate when needed.
I'm a Yale/UPMC-trained integrative psychiatrist who combines traditional psychiatric approaches with evidence-informed holistic methods to help young professionals & motivated adults live with greater joy, connection and purpose. I incorporate thoughtful use of medication, psychotherapy, lab testing, lifestyle changes, nutritional supplementation & mind-body medicine into a personalized plan that honors your unique story and the complex human experience. I specialize in anxiety-stress-OCD-mood-trauma related concerns, coping with challenges, navigating relationships, identity development, women's health, and caregiver support.
I'm a Yale/UPMC-trained integrative psychiatrist who combines traditional psychiatric approaches with evidence-informed holistic methods to help young professionals & motivated adults live with greater joy, connection and purpose. I incorporate thoughtful use of medication, psychotherapy, lab testing, lifestyle changes, nutritional supplementation & mind-body medicine into a personalized plan that honors your unique story and the complex human experience. I specialize in anxiety-stress-OCD-mood-trauma related concerns, coping with challenges, navigating relationships, identity development, women's health, and caregiver support.
Hi, I’m Megan, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in Connecticut and New York with over 20 years of experience in mental health.
As a working single mom of three, I understand how overwhelming it can be to balance work, parenting, relationships, and everyday responsibilities while still prioritizing your own mental health.
Hi, I’m Megan, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in Connecticut and New York with over 20 years of experience in mental health.
As a working single mom of three, I understand how overwhelming it can be to balance work, parenting, relationships, and everyday responsibilities while still prioritizing your own mental health.
Light-tunnel Behavioral Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse, DNP, MSNPH, PMHNP
2 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06510
We integrate supportive therapy and brief cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques into medication management in our practice.
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?
We integrate supportive therapy and brief cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques into medication management in our practice.
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 use a combination of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered and Solution Focused approaches to help clients build on their strengths, overcome challenges and move toward mental wellness.
Feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, trauma, or life stressors? You deserve compassionate, evidence-based care that helps you move towards better mental health and wellness. At New Horizons Mental Health, I specialize in medication management for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma related concerns, insomnia, life transitions and everyday stressors that can affect overall wellbeing. My approach is centered on collaboration. I believe treatment works best when you feel comfortable sharing your experiences and you actively participate in your mental health care.
I use a combination of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered and Solution Focused approaches to help clients build on their strengths, overcome challenges and move toward mental wellness.
Feeling overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, trauma, or life stressors? You deserve compassionate, evidence-based care that helps you move towards better mental health and wellness. At New Horizons Mental Health, I specialize in medication management for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma related concerns, insomnia, life transitions and everyday stressors that can affect overall wellbeing. My approach is centered on collaboration. I believe treatment works best when you feel comfortable sharing your experiences and you actively participate in your mental health care.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or lost? You don’t have to navigate this alone. As a doctorally prepared, dual-certified Nurse Practitioner in both Psychiatry and Acute Care with 18+ years of healthcare experience, I offer a unique, whole-person perspective.
My goal is to help uncover the root causes of your struggles rather than just managing symptoms. By combining my extensive medical background with holistic mental health care, we will collaborate on a personalized plan tailored to your lifestyle and needs.
Let's work together to restore your well-being. Reach out today to discuss your (virtual only) options.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or lost? You don’t have to navigate this alone. As a doctorally prepared, dual-certified Nurse Practitioner in both Psychiatry and Acute Care with 18+ years of healthcare experience, I offer a unique, whole-person perspective.
My goal is to help uncover the root causes of your struggles rather than just managing symptoms. By combining my extensive medical background with holistic mental health care, we will collaborate on a personalized plan tailored to your lifestyle and needs.
Let's work together to restore your well-being. Reach out today to discuss your (virtual only) options.
I provide thorough, in-depth evaluations with a focus on understanding the root of what you’re experiencing. My approach is open, honest, and direct; I care deeply about helping people find practical, sustainable ways to feel better, and I work collaboratively to determine what’s most effective for you.
I think critically, and tailor my recommendations with intention. I believe in a balanced approach that respects both the science of medication and the power of daily habits in shaping mental health. My goal is to help you understand your symptoms, identify the factors contributing to them, and find a clear path forward.
I provide thorough, in-depth evaluations with a focus on understanding the root of what you’re experiencing. My approach is open, honest, and direct; I care deeply about helping people find practical, sustainable ways to feel better, and I work collaboratively to determine what’s most effective for you.
I think critically, and tailor my recommendations with intention. I believe in a balanced approach that respects both the science of medication and the power of daily habits in shaping mental health. My goal is to help you understand your symptoms, identify the factors contributing to them, and find a clear path forward.
I offer medication management and utilize CBT, mindfulness, solution focused, and psychodynamic techniques in my sessions.
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 offer medication management and utilize CBT, mindfulness, solution focused, and psychodynamic techniques in my sessions.
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.
My approach integrates psychodynamic therapy, CBT strategies, and medication when helpful.
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.
My approach integrates psychodynamic therapy, CBT strategies, and medication when helpful.
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.
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.
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 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.
Have your intrusive thoughts affected your relationships, work, school, or self-esteem? Does it feel debilitating? Let's talk. Together, we can explore rebuilding constructive habits, genetic testing, pharmacological modalities, nutrition and natural supplementation, and psychotherapy.
Have your intrusive thoughts affected your relationships, work, school, or self-esteem? Does it feel debilitating? Let's talk. Together, we can explore rebuilding constructive habits, genetic testing, pharmacological modalities, nutrition and natural supplementation, and psychotherapy.
I provide medication support when appropriate and incorporate evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and acceptance and commitment therapy to help you reconnect with your values and sense of direction.
When you’re overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or uncertain about how to move forward, it can feel like you’re carrying more than your share. I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, and identity-related stress, including the pressures of cultural expectations. Whether you're adapting to life changes or facing long-standing challenges, you're not alone, and you don’t have to stay where you are. Together, we’ll create a path forward that is grounded, personalized, and meaningful. In our work, I bring curiosity and compassion to understanding the whole of who you are.
I provide medication support when appropriate and incorporate evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and acceptance and commitment therapy to help you reconnect with your values and sense of direction.
When you’re overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or uncertain about how to move forward, it can feel like you’re carrying more than your share. I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, and identity-related stress, including the pressures of cultural expectations. Whether you're adapting to life changes or facing long-standing challenges, you're not alone, and you don’t have to stay where you are. Together, we’ll create a path forward that is grounded, personalized, and meaningful. In our work, I bring curiosity and compassion to understanding the whole of who you are.
My goal in practice is to work together with each patient to develop a customized plan that will address their needs. I am a strong believer in psychotherapy and have experience in individual, group, couple and family therapy. However, when therapy has not provided adequate relief, medication management is always available. I will collaborate with patients to find the best treatment. I am also on faculty at Columbia University/ NYSPI and actively involved in research (specific areas include opioid dependence, pain and complicated grief). This experience allows me to integrate up to date treatment in my practice.
My goal in practice is to work together with each patient to develop a customized plan that will address their needs. I am a strong believer in psychotherapy and have experience in individual, group, couple and family therapy. However, when therapy has not provided adequate relief, medication management is always available. I will collaborate with patients to find the best treatment. I am also on faculty at Columbia University/ NYSPI and actively involved in research (specific areas include opioid dependence, pain and complicated grief). This experience allows me to integrate up to date treatment in my practice.
Horton utilizes aspects of CBT, DBT, transference and mindfulness to rewrite these patterns.
Go beyond symptom management into growth. Jacob Horton, MD, MBA combines Harvard and Yale psychiatric training, Buddhist-based mindfulness practices, psychodynamic therapy and therapeutic use of exercise to help clients faced with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma and ADHD. Clients can expect an improvement in symptoms, such as reduced anxiety or substance use, within a few weeks. As treatment progresses, our focus shifts gradually from surface-level symptoms to exploring the deeper, underlying cause of said symptoms and facilitating further growth.
Horton utilizes aspects of CBT, DBT, transference and mindfulness to rewrite these patterns.
Go beyond symptom management into growth. Jacob Horton, MD, MBA combines Harvard and Yale psychiatric training, Buddhist-based mindfulness practices, psychodynamic therapy and therapeutic use of exercise to help clients faced with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma and ADHD. Clients can expect an improvement in symptoms, such as reduced anxiety or substance use, within a few weeks. As treatment progresses, our focus shifts gradually from surface-level symptoms to exploring the deeper, underlying cause of said symptoms and facilitating further growth.
I am a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in caring for children, adolescents, and adults. With dual certifications as both a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner, I bring a unique and comprehensive approach to mental health care. My goal is to provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation followed by a personalized, dynamic plan that addresses both emotional and physical well-being.
I am a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in caring for children, adolescents, and adults. With dual certifications as both a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner, I bring a unique and comprehensive approach to mental health care. My goal is to provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation followed by a personalized, dynamic plan that addresses both emotional and physical well-being.
I strive to provide a safe, accepting, and trauma-informed environment, utilizing cognitive behavioral and related therapeutic modalities to support lasting change.
As a clinician-scientist board-certified in Addiction Medicine (Preventive) and Family Medicine, I believe that treating addiction is an essential part of comprehensive healthcare. My approach centers on meeting patients where they are—whether through prevention, harm reduction, or recovery support—to help them achieve their personal goals.
I specialize in the treatment of substance use disorders, including opioids, alcohol, stimulants, benzodiazepines, and cannabis, as well as behavioral addictions such as gaming, gambling, and internet use.
I strive to provide a safe, accepting, and trauma-informed environment, utilizing cognitive behavioral and related therapeutic modalities to support lasting change.
As a clinician-scientist board-certified in Addiction Medicine (Preventive) and Family Medicine, I believe that treating addiction is an essential part of comprehensive healthcare. My approach centers on meeting patients where they are—whether through prevention, harm reduction, or recovery support—to help them achieve their personal goals.
I specialize in the treatment of substance use disorders, including opioids, alcohol, stimulants, benzodiazepines, and cannabis, as well as behavioral addictions such as gaming, gambling, and internet use.
I am an experienced, board certified psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree in 1995 and completed a Residency in adult psychiatry at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Fl. I then did a 2 year fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry I worked as an assistant professor at Jackson Memorial Hospital from 2002-2005. I was then voluntary faculty at the Univ of Miami, Dept of Psychiatry. I have vast experience treating eating disorders, ADHD, and autism, via both medication and/or therapy. I am currently residing in both Ga and Fl. I travel to Ct often, to visit son at Yale. I offer Telemed services, and fluent in Spanish.
I am an experienced, board certified psychiatrist. I earned my medical degree in 1995 and completed a Residency in adult psychiatry at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Fl. I then did a 2 year fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry I worked as an assistant professor at Jackson Memorial Hospital from 2002-2005. I was then voluntary faculty at the Univ of Miami, Dept of Psychiatry. I have vast experience treating eating disorders, ADHD, and autism, via both medication and/or therapy. I am currently residing in both Ga and Fl. I travel to Ct often, to visit son at Yale. I offer Telemed services, and fluent in Spanish.
UPDATED 7/26 Now Accepting BCBS! I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about the mental health field. I continuously strive to help my patients find healing through individualized treatment modalities. There is truth to the common phrase “a sound mind in a sound body” as I believe there is a strong, bi-directional relationship between both physical & mental health. My commitment to purpose & resolve in medicine also drives me to the research field, where my work was recently published in Neurology, Psychiatry, & Brain Research. I have advanced training & expertise in child & adolescent psychiatry.
UPDATED 7/26 Now Accepting BCBS! I am a board certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about the mental health field. I continuously strive to help my patients find healing through individualized treatment modalities. There is truth to the common phrase “a sound mind in a sound body” as I believe there is a strong, bi-directional relationship between both physical & mental health. My commitment to purpose & resolve in medicine also drives me to the research field, where my work was recently published in Neurology, Psychiatry, & Brain Research. I have advanced training & expertise in child & adolescent psychiatry.
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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.