Anxiety Psychiatrists in Stamford, CT
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, ODD, PTSD, anger management, LGBTQ+ issues, mood disorders, and more.
Total Wellness Center provides expert mental health care through a comprehensive range of services, including individual therapy, couples therapy, marriage counseling, family therapy, and medication management. Our team of experienced psychiatric nurse practitioners and therapists tailors each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of every patient. Whether in-person or via telehealth, we prioritize compassionate care, ensuring that patients feel supported on their journey to improved mental well-being. We accept major insurance plans and offer private pay options.
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, ODD, PTSD, anger management, LGBTQ+ issues, mood disorders, and more.
Total Wellness Center provides expert mental health care through a comprehensive range of services, including individual therapy, couples therapy, marriage counseling, family therapy, and medication management. Our team of experienced psychiatric nurse practitioners and therapists tailors each treatment plan to meet the unique needs of every patient. Whether in-person or via telehealth, we prioritize compassionate care, ensuring that patients feel supported on their journey to improved mental well-being. We accept major insurance plans and offer private pay options.
Dr. Ricky Madhavan earned a medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed a psychiatry residency at Yale. He has experience in recovery, medication management, and research across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings, along with additional experience in individual, couples, and group psychotherapy. Dr. Madhavan deliberately creates an environment where patients can think deeply about what ails them.
Dr. Ricky Madhavan earned a medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed a psychiatry residency at Yale. He has experience in recovery, medication management, and research across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings, along with additional experience in individual, couples, and group psychotherapy. Dr. Madhavan deliberately creates an environment where patients can think deeply about what ails them.
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.
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.
Dr. Cecilia Fitz-Gerald is a board-certified psychiatrist trained in adult psychiatry and consultation-liaison psychiatry, formerly known as psychosomatic medicine. She has extensive experience working in a variety of clinical settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry. In addition, she specializes in working with patients with acute and chronic medical conditions that may be affecting their mental health, such as cancer, stroke, or a heart condition. She provides patient-centered care using a collaborative approach in order to help her patients reach their goals.
Dr. Cecilia Fitz-Gerald is a board-certified psychiatrist trained in adult psychiatry and consultation-liaison psychiatry, formerly known as psychosomatic medicine. She has extensive experience working in a variety of clinical settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatry. In addition, she specializes in working with patients with acute and chronic medical conditions that may be affecting their mental health, such as cancer, stroke, or a heart condition. She provides patient-centered care using a collaborative approach in order to help her patients reach their goals.
I see patients in all chapters of life: from performance anxiety, coping with cancer diagnosis and treatment, peripartum depression, to late life depression and prolonged grief.
Getting you on the right medication at the right dose while understanding yourself better through psychotherapy often bring the most resilient, long-lasting positive outcome. My psychotherapy approach helps you become aware of problematic thought and behavior patterns, develop and strengthen your ability to cope, and find meaning in the present.
I see patients in all chapters of life: from performance anxiety, coping with cancer diagnosis and treatment, peripartum depression, to late life depression and prolonged grief.
Getting you on the right medication at the right dose while understanding yourself better through psychotherapy often bring the most resilient, long-lasting positive outcome. My psychotherapy approach helps you become aware of problematic thought and behavior patterns, develop and strengthen your ability to cope, and find meaning in the present.
Mental Health and Psychiatry Services MHPS
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNPBC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Accepting NEW Patients Ages 3 to 65 and up with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, OCD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder/DMDD, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective, Opioid Use Disorders, Alcohol Use Disorders, and Substance Use Disorders, Buprenorphine/Suboxone Treatment.
Appointments go to www.mhpspsych.com, call or email. Bridgitte F. Ackeifi APRN, PMHNP-BC Mental Health and Psychiatry Services MHPS holistically work with patients and their families with mental health and substance use illnesses to create an individualized treatment plan using evidence-based research, and a patient-centered approach with the use of medication management, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and encourages psychotherapy as needed to promote function, increase potential, decrease symptoms/hospitalizations, empowering, and instilling more hope, positivity, support, and love, healing one patient, one day at a time.
Accepting NEW Patients Ages 3 to 65 and up with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, OCD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder/DMDD, Insomnia/Sleep Issues, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective, Opioid Use Disorders, Alcohol Use Disorders, and Substance Use Disorders, Buprenorphine/Suboxone Treatment.
Appointments go to www.mhpspsych.com, call or email. Bridgitte F. Ackeifi APRN, PMHNP-BC Mental Health and Psychiatry Services MHPS holistically work with patients and their families with mental health and substance use illnesses to create an individualized treatment plan using evidence-based research, and a patient-centered approach with the use of medication management, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and encourages psychotherapy as needed to promote function, increase potential, decrease symptoms/hospitalizations, empowering, and instilling more hope, positivity, support, and love, healing one patient, one day at a time.
If you're facing challenges with your mental health, Evolve is here to help. We're at the forefront of mental health care, offering the most effective and innovative treatments available. Everyone deserves access to the best psychiatric care, and we provide that through a range of options. Alongside traditional therapies and medications, we also offer advanced treatments like Ketamine-based Spravato and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), which can deliver results that often exceed those of standard psychiatric methods.
If you're facing challenges with your mental health, Evolve is here to help. We're at the forefront of mental health care, offering the most effective and innovative treatments available. Everyone deserves access to the best psychiatric care, and we provide that through a range of options. Alongside traditional therapies and medications, we also offer advanced treatments like Ketamine-based Spravato and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), which can deliver results that often exceed those of standard psychiatric methods.
If anxiety keeps your mind racing, depression has left you feeling exhausted or disconnected, ADHD makes it difficult to stay organized, or past trauma continues to affect your daily life, you're not alone—and effective treatment can help.
I believe meaningful mental health care begins with trust. I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where you feel comfortable sharing your experiences, asking questions, and actively participating in your treatment. Every person is unique, and every treatment plan should be individualized to reflect your needs, goals, and circumstances.
If anxiety keeps your mind racing, depression has left you feeling exhausted or disconnected, ADHD makes it difficult to stay organized, or past trauma continues to affect your daily life, you're not alone—and effective treatment can help.
I believe meaningful mental health care begins with trust. I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where you feel comfortable sharing your experiences, asking questions, and actively participating in your treatment. Every person is unique, and every treatment plan should be individualized to reflect your needs, goals, and circumstances.
My focus is to help you, as a unique person, heal, change, energize, be creative, and optimize your strengths. For a private self pay fee, I can help you achieve this by listening to your concerns; providing a safe space for discussion and innovation, offering in depth psychotherapy with or without medication. I will collaborate with you as we work toward recovery, utilizing evidenced-based strategies and novel solutions for your problems or issues. I am a full fee professional who does NOT take INSurance
My focus is to help you, as a unique person, heal, change, energize, be creative, and optimize your strengths. For a private self pay fee, I can help you achieve this by listening to your concerns; providing a safe space for discussion and innovation, offering in depth psychotherapy with or without medication. I will collaborate with you as we work toward recovery, utilizing evidenced-based strategies and novel solutions for your problems or issues. I am a full fee professional who does NOT take INSurance
Dr. Elisa Rambo is a Yale-trained, Board Certified Psychiatrist. She provides mental health treatment (talk therapy, psychiatric medications, or both) via Videoconference.
Dr. Elisa Rambo is a Yale-trained, Board Certified Psychiatrist. She provides mental health treatment (talk therapy, psychiatric medications, or both) via Videoconference.
Welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step! Simply put, my practice philosophy is treating the whole person and doing what is in the best interest of the patient. I understand that each individual is unique so it is important to take the time with each person to discuss their goals, and understand their strengths and challenges. My approach is to provide compassionate and collaborative care, developing a personalized treatment plan that works specifically for you. We will work together to explore your mental, physical, and emotional health.
Welcome! Congratulations on taking the first step! Simply put, my practice philosophy is treating the whole person and doing what is in the best interest of the patient. I understand that each individual is unique so it is important to take the time with each person to discuss their goals, and understand their strengths and challenges. My approach is to provide compassionate and collaborative care, developing a personalized treatment plan that works specifically for you. We will work together to explore your mental, physical, and emotional health.
She has more than five years of experience treating patients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, Bipolar, OCD, ADHD, and other mental health issues.
She is currently working on completing her PhD in Integrative Medicine and is passionate about a holistic and integrative approach to mental health. Her philosophy includes a healing-oriented approach that considers the whole person, including all aspects of lifestyle. She aims to provide collaborative and comprehensive care.
She has more than five years of experience treating patients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, Bipolar, OCD, ADHD, and other mental health issues.
She is currently working on completing her PhD in Integrative Medicine and is passionate about a holistic and integrative approach to mental health. Her philosophy includes a healing-oriented approach that considers the whole person, including all aspects of lifestyle. She aims to provide collaborative and comprehensive care.
I’m particularly comfortable treating challenging conditions like schizophrenia and borderline personality disorder, along with common diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Ezinne “Zinny” Ezete, PMHNP-BC, licensed in CT, NY, and NJ, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental healthcare that truly addresses each individual’s unique journey. My approach focuses on empowering clients to find balance and resilience, specializing in areas like trauma, mood disorders, and holistic mental wellness. My approach to mental healthcare is rooted in empathy and empowerment, focusing on each client's unique needs and strengths. I use a blend of evidence-based practices, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and trauma-informed care, to foster resilience and balance.
I’m particularly comfortable treating challenging conditions like schizophrenia and borderline personality disorder, along with common diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Ezinne “Zinny” Ezete, PMHNP-BC, licensed in CT, NY, and NJ, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental healthcare that truly addresses each individual’s unique journey. My approach focuses on empowering clients to find balance and resilience, specializing in areas like trauma, mood disorders, and holistic mental wellness. My approach to mental healthcare is rooted in empathy and empowerment, focusing on each client's unique needs and strengths. I use a blend of evidence-based practices, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and trauma-informed care, to foster resilience and balance.
I am thrilled to be serving the people of Connecticut as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have plenty of experience working in Connecticut, I have grown to love and appreciate the diverse and vibrant community here. I have licenses in Texas, New Mexico, and Connecticut. I provide a holistic approach to mental health, offering both therapy and medication management.
I am thrilled to be serving the people of Connecticut as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have plenty of experience working in Connecticut, I have grown to love and appreciate the diverse and vibrant community here. I have licenses in Texas, New Mexico, and Connecticut. I provide a holistic approach to mental health, offering both therapy and medication management.
I treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma, and grief.
I work with individuals seeking ongoing medication management, symptom stabilization, or support during high-stress periods. I also help patients struggling with chronic insomnia, especially when sleep impacts mood, focus, or daily functioning.
I treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma, and grief.
I work with individuals seeking ongoing medication management, symptom stabilization, or support during high-stress periods. I also help patients struggling with chronic insomnia, especially when sleep impacts mood, focus, or daily functioning.
Are you struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress, burnout, or difficulty reaching your full potential?
Telepsychiatry appointments are available across Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Michigan, and Colorado. We offer comprehensive ADHD evaluation and treatment, including at-home computer-based ADHD testing when clinically appropriate, as well as treatment for anxiety, depression, sleep concerns, and other common psychiatric conditions.
Are you struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress, burnout, or difficulty reaching your full potential?
Telepsychiatry appointments are available across Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Michigan, and Colorado. We offer comprehensive ADHD evaluation and treatment, including at-home computer-based ADHD testing when clinically appropriate, as well as treatment for anxiety, depression, sleep concerns, and other common psychiatric conditions.
What would you do if you were free from anxiety/depression/ fear/regret...?
At our first meeting we will discuss main concerns and set goals. We will go over what has worked and what hasn't. The first meeting is our chance to establish a relationship and work on setting the goals of therapy. What will success look like?
What would you do if you were free from anxiety/depression/ fear/regret...?
At our first meeting we will discuss main concerns and set goals. We will go over what has worked and what hasn't. The first meeting is our chance to establish a relationship and work on setting the goals of therapy. What will success look like?
He has experience treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, patients in the perinatal period, and patients with co-occurring substance use disorders.
Dr. Atkins is a staff psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He is board-certified in adult psychiatry and has been in practice for the past 2 years. Dr. Atkins has focused his practice primarily on medication management. He combines medication management with a therapeutic style that is a blend of supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. While Dr. Atkins is trained in a variety of therapeutic techniques, he works collaboratively with therapists and may recommend their inclusion as part of your treatment team depending on your individualized treatment plan.
He has experience treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, patients in the perinatal period, and patients with co-occurring substance use disorders.
Dr. Atkins is a staff psychiatrist at Talkiatry. He is board-certified in adult psychiatry and has been in practice for the past 2 years. Dr. Atkins has focused his practice primarily on medication management. He combines medication management with a therapeutic style that is a blend of supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. While Dr. Atkins is trained in a variety of therapeutic techniques, he works collaboratively with therapists and may recommend their inclusion as part of your treatment team depending on your individualized treatment plan.
I am a general and forensic psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, and mood disorders.
My goal is to form collaborative relationships with patients where their mental health needs are met and also empower them to lead fulfilling, healthy, and rewarding lifestyles. I offer a range of private treatment options, exploring alternative therapies and spiritual counseling in-person and sessions via telepsychiatry.
I am a general and forensic psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience, specializing in treating ADHD, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, insomnia, and mood disorders.
My goal is to form collaborative relationships with patients where their mental health needs are met and also empower them to lead fulfilling, healthy, and rewarding lifestyles. I offer a range of private treatment options, exploring alternative therapies and spiritual counseling in-person and sessions via telepsychiatry.
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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.