Anxiety Psychiatrists in Newtown, CT

Elizabeth Feingold
Psychiatrist, MD
3 Endorsed
Newtown, CT 06470
I am a Columbia/Cornell trained, triple board certified psychiatrist with broad training in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, forensic psychiatry, and emergency psychiatry. I work with patients to get practical outcomes, such as improving school or work performance, relationships, or self-esteem.
I am a Columbia/Cornell trained, triple board certified psychiatrist with broad training in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, forensic psychiatry, and emergency psychiatry. I work with patients to get practical outcomes, such as improving school or work performance, relationships, or self-esteem.
(917) 832-1923 View (917) 832-1923
Tannia Salazar
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP-BC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I’m Tannia Salazar, a board-certified family nurse practitioner providing integrative psychiatric medication management for adults across Connecticut navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PMDD.
My approach is person-centered and collaborative. I begin with a thoughtful psychiatric evaluation to better understand each person’s history, symptoms, and goals. Together, we create personalized treatment plans that consider emotional, physical, and lifestyle factors.
I’m Tannia Salazar, a board-certified family nurse practitioner providing integrative psychiatric medication management for adults across Connecticut navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and PMDD.
My approach is person-centered and collaborative. I begin with a thoughtful psychiatric evaluation to better understand each person’s history, symptoms, and goals. Together, we create personalized treatment plans that consider emotional, physical, and lifestyle factors.
(475) 260-5669 View (475) 260-5669
Perry Githens
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I embrace a diverse practice that ranges from adolescents through older adults in all ages and areas. I enjoy helping people that have struggled to find a way to peace and happiness. Perry appreciates listening and learning about a person and building a therapeutic relationship. I work with people who have never taken medications that are new to psychiatric treatment and medication management. I also have the ability to manage difficult complex psychiatric cases.
I embrace a diverse practice that ranges from adolescents through older adults in all ages and areas. I enjoy helping people that have struggled to find a way to peace and happiness. Perry appreciates listening and learning about a person and building a therapeutic relationship. I work with people who have never taken medications that are new to psychiatric treatment and medication management. I also have the ability to manage difficult complex psychiatric cases.
(860) 792-4332 View (860) 792-4332
Karen H Brody
Psychiatrist, MD
Serves Area
I am a Board-certified in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry and Adult Psychiatry with thirty-plus years of clinical experience. I offer a comprehensive treatment approach that includes diagnostic evaluation, talk therapy (integrating insight-oriented psychotherapy with cognitive therapy), play therapy for children, medication when appropriate. I do not accept new referrals solely for medication management. I believe strongly that therapy together with judicious use of medication, overseen by a consistent provider, allows for an effective intervention for my clients, ages 8 and up.
I am a Board-certified in Child/Adolescent Psychiatry and Adult Psychiatry with thirty-plus years of clinical experience. I offer a comprehensive treatment approach that includes diagnostic evaluation, talk therapy (integrating insight-oriented psychotherapy with cognitive therapy), play therapy for children, medication when appropriate. I do not accept new referrals solely for medication management. I believe strongly that therapy together with judicious use of medication, overseen by a consistent provider, allows for an effective intervention for my clients, ages 8 and up.
(508) 306-8502 View (508) 306-8502
Claudine Sapini
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Newtown, CT 06470
What do you want to see better or different in your life? This is where I love to start sessions with clients because you are the expert on being you, and I want to assist you in achieving your goals, whatever they may be. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and DNP with many professional years of supporting diverse populations. I approach each client as a unique individual and tailor care accordingly.
What do you want to see better or different in your life? This is where I love to start sessions with clients because you are the expert on being you, and I want to assist you in achieving your goals, whatever they may be. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and DNP with many professional years of supporting diverse populations. I approach each client as a unique individual and tailor care accordingly.
(203) 885-4208 View (203) 885-4208
Alex Mustachi
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Newtown, CT 06470
I work primarily with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD and bipolar disorders.
It is my goal and passion to see each client as a complex individual via the nursing holistic lenses. I do not see people as a diagnosis or disorder. People have multiple factors that affect and influence their lives. Family, environment, culture and genes are only some of the main factors that make us who we are. I intend to help you with the symptoms that negatively effects your life rather than “Treat” a diagnosis. Your improvement, your ability to get back to the life you envision for yourself, in other words; finding your center will be my reward in our provider/client relationship.
I work primarily with depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD and bipolar disorders.
It is my goal and passion to see each client as a complex individual via the nursing holistic lenses. I do not see people as a diagnosis or disorder. People have multiple factors that affect and influence their lives. Family, environment, culture and genes are only some of the main factors that make us who we are. I intend to help you with the symptoms that negatively effects your life rather than “Treat” a diagnosis. Your improvement, your ability to get back to the life you envision for yourself, in other words; finding your center will be my reward in our provider/client relationship.
(475) 275-0799 View (475) 275-0799
Alexia Cortella
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNPBC, APRN
Serves Area
Cortella's areas of expertise encompass adhd, anxiety,autism,bipolar disorder, depression,PTSD.
I conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including detailed medical histories and psychosocial assessments, to diagnose mental health conditions. I offer treatment planning and implementation to develop individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle modifications.
Cortella's areas of expertise encompass adhd, anxiety,autism,bipolar disorder, depression,PTSD.
I conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations, including detailed medical histories and psychosocial assessments, to diagnose mental health conditions. I offer treatment planning and implementation to develop individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle modifications.
(475) 323-6384 View (475) 323-6384
Jacqueline Elise
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and mood disorders.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive, developmentally informed care. My approach is warm, respectful, and grounded in shared decision-making. I believe treatment works best when it’s individualized and rooted in trust, and may include therapy, lifestyle changes, and medication when appropriate.
I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and mood disorders.
I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive, developmentally informed care. My approach is warm, respectful, and grounded in shared decision-making. I believe treatment works best when it’s individualized and rooted in trust, and may include therapy, lifestyle changes, and medication when appropriate.
(475) 284-5935 View (475) 284-5935
Mar Y Sol Mental Health experts
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Serves Area
Have you tried navigating anxiety, and depression, but can’t seem to get a firm grasp?
As a highly qualified mental health professionals we specializes in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD and treatment resistant depression. We offers a comprehensive treatment approach. Drawing from modalities such as ketamine infusions to address challenges when traditional methods fall short
Have you tried navigating anxiety, and depression, but can’t seem to get a firm grasp?
As a highly qualified mental health professionals we specializes in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD and treatment resistant depression. We offers a comprehensive treatment approach. Drawing from modalities such as ketamine infusions to address challenges when traditional methods fall short
(475) 259-8875 View (475) 259-8875
Jessica Rose Logel
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Online Only
My experience includes treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, PTSD, substance abuse, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
I believe in doing what’s best for the patient and treating the whole person, focusing on physical, mental and emotional health. My goal is to help you feel as happy and healthy as possible. We will form a collaborative relationship and work together to develop a personalized treatment plan that focuses on the your individual goals. I have experience working with clients across the lifespan, from pediatric to the elderly
My experience includes treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, PTSD, substance abuse, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
I believe in doing what’s best for the patient and treating the whole person, focusing on physical, mental and emotional health. My goal is to help you feel as happy and healthy as possible. We will form a collaborative relationship and work together to develop a personalized treatment plan that focuses on the your individual goals. I have experience working with clients across the lifespan, from pediatric to the elderly
(475) 251-7587 View (475) 251-7587
Brew Medical and Rejuvenation Clinic LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Serves Area
Happiness, freedom and peace of mind is the goal for all of our patient's. We provide evaluation, treatment and counseling services for various mental health disorders including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Obesity, PTSD, OCD, amongst others.
Happiness, freedom and peace of mind is the goal for all of our patient's. We provide evaluation, treatment and counseling services for various mental health disorders including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Obesity, PTSD, OCD, amongst others.
(475) 244-9577 View (475) 244-9577
Dr. Amy Kolaczenko
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, AGPCNP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in providing comprehensive care by means of medication management and psychotherapy for individuals of all ages, focusing on conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, Adjustment Disorder, Panic Disorder, and insomnia.
I strive to deliver high-quality, compassionate care through telehealth services, ensuring accessibility and convenience for those seeking support. I seek to create a meaningful partnership with each patient in order to work together to meet your needs and improve your quality of life.
I specialize in providing comprehensive care by means of medication management and psychotherapy for individuals of all ages, focusing on conditions such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, Adjustment Disorder, Panic Disorder, and insomnia.
I strive to deliver high-quality, compassionate care through telehealth services, ensuring accessibility and convenience for those seeking support. I seek to create a meaningful partnership with each patient in order to work together to meet your needs and improve your quality of life.
(860) 413-1525 View (860) 413-1525

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Straun Health & Wellness
Psychiatrist, MD
1 Endorsed
Stamford, CT 06901
Many come to us for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, mood disorders, substance use concerns, stress, life transitions, or relationship challenges.
Straun Health & Wellness offers compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for all ages. We specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, substance use, and life transitions. Our care may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, therapy, and holistic wellness strategies.
Many come to us for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, mood disorders, substance use concerns, stress, life transitions, or relationship challenges.
Straun Health & Wellness offers compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care for all ages. We specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, substance use, and life transitions. Our care may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, therapy, and holistic wellness strategies.
(860) 378-8099 View (860) 378-8099
Lisa Quaranta
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Online Only
Experience matters! You deserve more than a textbook approach or a provider fresh out of school. With 20 years of psychiatric experience, my telehealth practice brings hospital-level expertise and advanced psychopharmacology directly to you from the comfort of your own home. My initial consultations are active dialogues focused on untangling intricate physical and mental comorbidities, reviewing your medical history, and lab work. I actively collaborate with your primary care physicians, neurologists, and other specialists to ensure your psychiatric care safely aligns with your overall physical health.
Experience matters! You deserve more than a textbook approach or a provider fresh out of school. With 20 years of psychiatric experience, my telehealth practice brings hospital-level expertise and advanced psychopharmacology directly to you from the comfort of your own home. My initial consultations are active dialogues focused on untangling intricate physical and mental comorbidities, reviewing your medical history, and lab work. I actively collaborate with your primary care physicians, neurologists, and other specialists to ensure your psychiatric care safely aligns with your overall physical health.
(860) 901-1867 View (860) 901-1867
Kyra Evans
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
3 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
Care is available for ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, sleep difficulties, and other mental health conditions.
Treatment begins with a comprehensive evaluation and an understanding of each patient's symptoms, history, and goals. Every treatment plan is individualized and evidence-based. Care can be coordinated with your therapist, primary care provider, or other healthcare professionals to support a collaborative treatment approach.
Care is available for ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, sleep difficulties, and other mental health conditions.
Treatment begins with a comprehensive evaluation and an understanding of each patient's symptoms, history, and goals. Every treatment plan is individualized and evidence-based. Care can be coordinated with your therapist, primary care provider, or other healthcare professionals to support a collaborative treatment approach.
(475) 303-6581 View (475) 303-6581
Akinola Mobolaji
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Online Only
I am Akinola O. Mobolaji, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP-BC, a dedicated Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and expert medication management. My professional journey is defined by perseverance and dedication. Coming from a humble background, I have worked tirelessly to achieve my goals, and that same dedication now fuels my commitment to my clients. As a proud graduate of New York University, I bring over a decade of experience serving tens of thousands of clients as a psychiatric clinician. I am deeply committed to the well-being of individuals facing mental health challenges.
I am Akinola O. Mobolaji, MSN, CRNP, PMHNP-BC, a dedicated Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and expert medication management. My professional journey is defined by perseverance and dedication. Coming from a humble background, I have worked tirelessly to achieve my goals, and that same dedication now fuels my commitment to my clients. As a proud graduate of New York University, I bring over a decade of experience serving tens of thousands of clients as a psychiatric clinician. I am deeply committed to the well-being of individuals facing mental health challenges.
(475) 255-7898 View (475) 255-7898
Shelly Foster
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP, FNP-C
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I treat anxiety, depression, PTSD, post-partum depression, bipolar disorder and ADHD with over 14 years of experience and offer initial psychiatric evaluations, medication management and genesight testing.
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 treat anxiety, depression, PTSD, post-partum depression, bipolar disorder and ADHD with over 14 years of experience and offer initial psychiatric evaluations, medication management and genesight testing.
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.
(860) 530-6033 View (860) 530-6033
Scott Thomas Masse
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer clients solutions regardless of the type of problem. I provide a non-biased platform with interventions that work. I go beyond talk therapy and get to what really matters. I don't seek patients for life; I seek to help patients take their life back. I will provide a mental health assessment, diagnosis, medication management if needed, and an integrative psychotherapy approach with attainable goals and appropriate timelines.
I offer clients solutions regardless of the type of problem. I provide a non-biased platform with interventions that work. I go beyond talk therapy and get to what really matters. I don't seek patients for life; I seek to help patients take their life back. I will provide a mental health assessment, diagnosis, medication management if needed, and an integrative psychotherapy approach with attainable goals and appropriate timelines.
(475) 255-3784 View (475) 255-3784
Amber Jane Siegel
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP , PMHNP-C, AGNP-C, EMDRPT, NPT-C
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in medication management and am committed to providing support grounded in confidentiality, compassion, and respect.
I specialize in medication management and am committed to providing support grounded in confidentiality, compassion, and respect.
(321) 495-7553 View (321) 495-7553
A. Michael Crook
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNPBC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, panic, trauma.
Telehealth, 6pm to 12 midnight— serving all of Connecticut. Your brain is a physical organ — and like any organ, it can heal, and change. Your struggles aren't character flaws — they're brain biology, and our brains can heal and grow. I've spent 30 years in healthcare across Connecticut — in ICUs, ERs, homes, schools, and communities. I made over 12,000 home visits as a visiting nurse. I know Connecticut, its families, and its healthcare landscape deeply. Awareness is the first step in healing.
Anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, panic, trauma.
Telehealth, 6pm to 12 midnight— serving all of Connecticut. Your brain is a physical organ — and like any organ, it can heal, and change. Your struggles aren't character flaws — they're brain biology, and our brains can heal and grow. I've spent 30 years in healthcare across Connecticut — in ICUs, ERs, homes, schools, and communities. I made over 12,000 home visits as a visiting nurse. I know Connecticut, its families, and its healthcare landscape deeply. Awareness is the first step in healing.
(203) 212-8493 View (203) 212-8493

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FAQ - Anxiety Psychiatrists
When should you consider seeing a psychiatrist for anxiety?
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can develop at any point across the lifespan and may present in various forms, such as social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). While occasional anxiety is a normal part of life, in some cases it can become so overwhelming that it interferes with a person’s ability to function effectively at work, maintain healthy relationships, or carry out everyday responsibilities. In such instances, seeking support from a psychiatrist who is familiar with the complexities of anxiety can be an important step toward reducing symptoms.

What to expect during anxiety treatment?
At the beginning of treatment, psychiatrists generally conduct an assessment or evaluation to better understand a client's symptoms, medical history, and specific needs. This assessment helps them determine the most appropriate course of action, which may include therapy, medication, or a combination of both. In the case of anxiety, psychiatrists often recommend evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, exposure therapy, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—all of which have been shown to be effective in helping individuals reduce anxiety and develop healthier coping strategies. As treatment progresses, psychiatrists typically meet with clients on a regular basis to monitor their response to medications and therapeutic interventions, making adjustments when necessary to ensure that the treatment remains effective and aligned with the client’s goals. In many cases, they collaborate closely with other mental health professionals, such as psychotherapists or social workers. While the length of treatment varies from person to person, many individuals attend weekly sessions over the course of several months, which allows time for medications to take full effect. For others, shorter-term therapy may be sufficient, depending on the nature and severity of their anxiety symptoms.

How to find a psychiatrist for anxiety?
The Psychology Today online directory can be a helpful resource for locating psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in anxiety and related conditions, and it allows users to filter results based on treatment focus, insurance, cost, and provider background. Because anxiety is so prevalent, most psychiatrists have experience in diagnosing and treating it. However, when searching for a provider, it is often helpful to ask about their specific experience with anxiety and to inquire about their general approach to treatment. It is also important to confirm whether the psychiatrist accepts your insurance or whether their out-of-pocket costs are manageable for you. Additionally, for some individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, finding a psychiatrist who shares or has familiarity with their cultural, racial, or gender identity can make a significant difference in the effectiveness of care.