Psychiatrists for Children in Southbury, CT
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here reaching out for support takes courage, and I hope to make that next step feel a little easier. I’m Jacqueline, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and APRN, offering thoughtful, collaborative psychiatric care. I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and mood disorders. Some of my patients appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed or depleted internally. Others are newly exploring a diagnosis and unsure what treatment should look like. Wherever you are in your journey, we’ll start there together.
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here reaching out for support takes courage, and I hope to make that next step feel a little easier. I’m Jacqueline, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and APRN, offering thoughtful, collaborative psychiatric care. I work with adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and mood disorders. Some of my patients appear high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed or depleted internally. Others are newly exploring a diagnosis and unsure what treatment should look like. Wherever you are in your journey, we’ll start there together.
I provide compassionate, respectful evaluation and psychopharmacologic treatment. I primarily work with adolescents and adults seeking medication evaluation and ongoing medication management for a range of issues including anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and comorbid mental health and substance abuse.
I provide compassionate, respectful evaluation and psychopharmacologic treatment. I primarily work with adolescents and adults seeking medication evaluation and ongoing medication management for a range of issues including anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, and comorbid mental health and substance abuse.
We offer in-person and virtual psychiatric care for adults, adolescents, and children.
We’re here to make mental health care feel more approachable and supportive. We offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy tailored to your unique needs. We take a person-centered approach, working with you to understand your goals, manage symptoms, and support lasting change so you can feel in control of your mental health.
We offer in-person and virtual psychiatric care for adults, adolescents, and children.
We’re here to make mental health care feel more approachable and supportive. We offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy tailored to your unique needs. We take a person-centered approach, working with you to understand your goals, manage symptoms, and support lasting change so you can feel in control of your mental health.
Offering patient-centered psychopharmacology and psychotherapy for children ages 5+, adolescents, adults, including couple and family counseling.
With a specialty in trauma based care and in children and adolescents.
Offering patient-centered psychopharmacology and psychotherapy for children ages 5+, adolescents, adults, including couple and family counseling.
With a specialty in trauma based care and in children and adolescents.
She works with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults who may benefit from psychiatric support and medication treatment.
Tamika works with individuals across the lifespan who are seeking professional support for mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, or stress-related challenges. Many of her patients are looking for guidance in understanding their symptoms and determining whether medication may be helpful as part of their treatment plan. She provides a supportive and collaborative environment where patients can discuss their concerns openly and work toward meaningful improvement in their emotional health and daily functioning.
She works with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults who may benefit from psychiatric support and medication treatment.
Tamika works with individuals across the lifespan who are seeking professional support for mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, or stress-related challenges. Many of her patients are looking for guidance in understanding their symptoms and determining whether medication may be helpful as part of their treatment plan. She provides a supportive and collaborative environment where patients can discuss their concerns openly and work toward meaningful improvement in their emotional health and daily functioning.
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Feeling overwhelmed in silent moments, convinced your anxious thoughts are visible to everyone around you? You're not alone, and I understand the weight of that secret worry." I have available appointment open at this time.
Feeling overwhelmed in silent moments, convinced your anxious thoughts are visible to everyone around you? You're not alone, and I understand the weight of that secret worry." I have available appointment open at this time.
I specialize in Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
I specialize in children, adolescents, and adults. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depressive disorders, attention deficit disorders, and school-related problems. I also address concerns about life transitions (e.g., separations, loss of a loved one), eating disorders, gender identity, and sexual development.
I specialize in Adult Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
I specialize in children, adolescents, and adults. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depressive disorders, attention deficit disorders, and school-related problems. I also address concerns about life transitions (e.g., separations, loss of a loved one), eating disorders, gender identity, and sexual development.
Tri-Star Behavioral Health Inc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FPMHNP, MSN, APRN, ANCC-BC, BSN
2 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
I specialize in Child/Adolescent, Young Adults, Adults and the Geriatric Population.
I believe in prescribing the safest, newest medications and lowest doses possible which will be the most effective for you. I have expertise in treating Anxiety, Panic Disorder, PTSD, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, ADHD, Drug and Substance Abuse and other mental health issues.
I specialize in Child/Adolescent, Young Adults, Adults and the Geriatric Population.
I believe in prescribing the safest, newest medications and lowest doses possible which will be the most effective for you. I have expertise in treating Anxiety, Panic Disorder, PTSD, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, ADHD, Drug and Substance Abuse and other mental health issues.
Ayub is a Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist.
With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, Dr. Ayub specializes in treating children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, learning difficulties, and behavioral concerns.
Ayub is a Board-Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist.
With a compassionate and evidence-based approach, Dr. Ayub specializes in treating children, adolescents, and young adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, learning difficulties, and behavioral concerns.
Anxiety, ADHD, and the uncertainty of exploring medication can leave you feeling burned out and unsure of how to move forward. Worries, difficulty focusing, and questions about treatment often weigh on daily life, affecting your confidence and peace of mind. These struggles are real, but choosing therapy is a strong step toward change. I work with clients managing fear, ADHD, and medication decisions by helping them build clarity, strengthen coping skills, and restore balance in their lives. Through this process, you can begin to feel more grounded and supported.
Anxiety, ADHD, and the uncertainty of exploring medication can leave you feeling burned out and unsure of how to move forward. Worries, difficulty focusing, and questions about treatment often weigh on daily life, affecting your confidence and peace of mind. These struggles are real, but choosing therapy is a strong step toward change. I work with clients managing fear, ADHD, and medication decisions by helping them build clarity, strengthen coping skills, and restore balance in their lives. Through this process, you can begin to feel more grounded and supported.
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I specialize in delivering comprehensive care to individuals at every life stage. My expertise lies in medication management, specifically addressing mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, substance use disorders, and eating disorders. Embracing a holistic philosophy, I personalize treatment approaches to align with each patient's unique requirements and desires. In addition to medication management, I am dedicated to supporting clients in recognizing and resolving other contributing factors influencing their mental well-being.
As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I specialize in delivering comprehensive care to individuals at every life stage. My expertise lies in medication management, specifically addressing mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, substance use disorders, and eating disorders. Embracing a holistic philosophy, I personalize treatment approaches to align with each patient's unique requirements and desires. In addition to medication management, I am dedicated to supporting clients in recognizing and resolving other contributing factors influencing their mental well-being.
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.
I have advanced training & expertise in child & adolescent psychiatry.
UPDATED 07/16/26: I am NOW accepting NEW patients. I provide evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, & adults, with advanced training & expertise in child & adolescent psychiatry. I treat children ages 5 & up, as well as adolescents & adults.
I have advanced training & expertise in child & adolescent psychiatry.
UPDATED 07/16/26: I am NOW accepting NEW patients. I provide evidence-based psychiatric care for children, adolescents, & adults, with advanced training & expertise in child & adolescent psychiatry. I treat children ages 5 & up, as well as adolescents & adults.
I help children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder.
I treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder with evidence based, holistic care. I offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy to help you reach your full potential. I serve clients across CT through secure a tele-health platform as well as in person locations in Cheshire, Southington, and Brookfield.
I help children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder.
I treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder with evidence based, holistic care. I offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive therapy to help you reach your full potential. I serve clients across CT through secure a tele-health platform as well as in person locations in Cheshire, Southington, and Brookfield.
Christine works primarily with children and adolescents, especially ages 5–12, and their families who are seeking thoughtful psychiatric support.
Christine provides psychiatric medication management with a warm, conversational, and holistic approach. She takes time to understand each patient beyond symptoms, reviewing progress and discussing life stressors before making medication changes. Her work is informed by years of experience in special education settings.
Christine works primarily with children and adolescents, especially ages 5–12, and their families who are seeking thoughtful psychiatric support.
Christine provides psychiatric medication management with a warm, conversational, and holistic approach. She takes time to understand each patient beyond symptoms, reviewing progress and discussing life stressors before making medication changes. Her work is informed by years of experience in special education settings.
PATH: Personalized Approach to Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP, BC
Canton, CT 06019
At PATH: Personalized Approach to Health, our mission is to empower individuals to take charge of their health journey through compassionate, personalized care. With years of professional nursing and healthcare experience, we are committed to creating individualized treatment plans that embrace a holistic approach to wellness. We take the time to truly listen, understanding each person's unique needs, values, and goals. By looking at the whole picture, we help our patients build realistic, sustainable paths to better health — because we believe your journey to wellness should be as unique as you are.
At PATH: Personalized Approach to Health, our mission is to empower individuals to take charge of their health journey through compassionate, personalized care. With years of professional nursing and healthcare experience, we are committed to creating individualized treatment plans that embrace a holistic approach to wellness. We take the time to truly listen, understanding each person's unique needs, values, and goals. By looking at the whole picture, we help our patients build realistic, sustainable paths to better health — because we believe your journey to wellness should be as unique as you are.
I am Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, and Yale trained Adult psychiatrist.
As a Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist , I offer diagnostic evaluations, medication assessments and therapy for children, adolescents and adults as well as families and couples. I look at all developmental lines when assessing children and adolescents .
I am Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, and Yale trained Adult psychiatrist.
As a Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist , I offer diagnostic evaluations, medication assessments and therapy for children, adolescents and adults as well as families and couples. I look at all developmental lines when assessing children and adolescents .
I have had the distinct privilege of treating patients at some of the most difficult times of their lives. I work as the perfect bridge between medical and mental health. I strongly believe there is a place for psychiatric medication, while recognizing that everyone is unique and requires an individual treatment plan. My primary goal is to help my patients feel at ease when discussing, exploring, and managing their mental health.
I have had the distinct privilege of treating patients at some of the most difficult times of their lives. I work as the perfect bridge between medical and mental health. I strongly believe there is a place for psychiatric medication, while recognizing that everyone is unique and requires an individual treatment plan. My primary goal is to help my patients feel at ease when discussing, exploring, and managing their mental health.
I am a Yale trained board certified psychiatric clinical specialist nurse practitioner practicing in Southport Connecticut. My practice is small, intimate, individual and holistic. I provide a wide range of services from medication management to individual and couples therapy. As I am dually certified in adult medicine and psychiatry, I have an integrative approach to psychiatric and physical wellness. This includes nutritional and alternative medicine, labs and genetic testing. I have a humanistic approach to treating clients that is caring and compassionate. Please contact me directly at 203-858-2815 For appointme.
I am a Yale trained board certified psychiatric clinical specialist nurse practitioner practicing in Southport Connecticut. My practice is small, intimate, individual and holistic. I provide a wide range of services from medication management to individual and couples therapy. As I am dually certified in adult medicine and psychiatry, I have an integrative approach to psychiatric and physical wellness. This includes nutritional and alternative medicine, labs and genetic testing. I have a humanistic approach to treating clients that is caring and compassionate. Please contact me directly at 203-858-2815 For appointme.
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!***Our goal is to meet all of your therapy and medication needs. Through a web-based platform (telepsychiatry), we hope to maintain a relaxing environment for you as we allow for care to be given to you in your home, from the comfort of your couch to a quiet space in your providers' office. We provide exceptional, personalized, and timely access to psychiatric care with little to no wait time.
***NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!***Our goal is to meet all of your therapy and medication needs. Through a web-based platform (telepsychiatry), we hope to maintain a relaxing environment for you as we allow for care to be given to you in your home, from the comfort of your couch to a quiet space in your providers' office. We provide exceptional, personalized, and timely access to psychiatric care with little to no wait time.
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FAQ - About Child Psychiatry
What does a child psychiatrist do?
Child psychiatrists specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health conditions in children and adolescents. They support children and their families in navigating a wide range of challenges related to growing up, including academic difficulties, peer-related stress or bullying, family transitions such as divorce, and mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or ADHD. Treatment often includes age-appropriate therapy and, when appropriate, medication. Child psychiatrists also frequently collaborate with other professionals involved in a child’s care—such as therapists, pediatricians, teachers, or occupational therapists—to ensure a coordinated approach. They may also conduct developmental or psychological assessments to clarify diagnoses or determine the most effective treatment plan for a child. While child psychiatrists may see patients of any age under 18, many focus on specific developmental stages, such as the toddler years or adolescence.
How to find a child psychiatrist
Psychology Today’s online directory allows users to search for psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in working with children. The platform also offers additional filters to help you find a provider with relevant specialty areas who sees patients in your child’s age group. Each provider profile includes detailed information such as therapeutic approach, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. These details can help you evaluate whether a provider is a good match for your child’s needs and developmental stage.

