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Heidi Gruss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CMHIMP, Inc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
LPC and Certified Trauma Therapist using evidence-based interventions with over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families who experience a variety of symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transition difficulties. As a Certified Integrative Medicine Mental Health Practitioner I go beyond traditional therapeutic interventions providing additional holistic wellness solutions.
LPC and Certified Trauma Therapist using evidence-based interventions with over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families who experience a variety of symptoms related to trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transition difficulties. As a Certified Integrative Medicine Mental Health Practitioner I go beyond traditional therapeutic interventions providing additional holistic wellness solutions.
(959) 242-7008 View (959) 242-7008
East Lyme Psychological Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
We are a group of therapists who provide therapy for children and adults through the lifespan. We also offer psychological evaluations for all ages. Our therapists have specialties to help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, adoption issues, behavioral problems, grief and loss, and end of life issues. Let us help you with identifying and meeting your personal goals in a warm, supportive setting.
We are a group of therapists who provide therapy for children and adults through the lifespan. We also offer psychological evaluations for all ages. Our therapists have specialties to help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, adoption issues, behavioral problems, grief and loss, and end of life issues. Let us help you with identifying and meeting your personal goals in a warm, supportive setting.
(860) 739-6974 View (860) 739-6974
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Patricia Healy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333  (Online Only)
Examples of issues addressed include relationship problems, parenting difficulties, depression, anxiety, codependency, self-esteem, and identity clarification.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who employs a family systems theoretical perspective in doing counseling with adults, adolescents, and children. Depending upon the particular client, I will conduct individual, couple/marital, or family sessions to help individuals gain insight into the dynamics of his or her family of origin. This approach includes an examination of the manner in which these behavior patterns are currently influencing the client's relationships with dating partners, spouses, children, in-laws, friends, co-workers, supervisors, employers, and other significant individuals in the client's life.
Examples of issues addressed include relationship problems, parenting difficulties, depression, anxiety, codependency, self-esteem, and identity clarification.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who employs a family systems theoretical perspective in doing counseling with adults, adolescents, and children. Depending upon the particular client, I will conduct individual, couple/marital, or family sessions to help individuals gain insight into the dynamics of his or her family of origin. This approach includes an examination of the manner in which these behavior patterns are currently influencing the client's relationships with dating partners, spouses, children, in-laws, friends, co-workers, supervisors, employers, and other significant individuals in the client's life.
(860) 631-4209 View (860) 631-4209
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Kimberly Sweet
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333  (Online Only)
Searching for the right therapist is an important step in an individual's growth and transformation process.From our very first session, I support my clients and commit to traveling with them on their Life's journey. Together we will gently peel back the layers of anxious struggle, dysfunctional behaviors, and pain. We seek the roots of these problems and focus our treatment on healing what lies beneath them.
Searching for the right therapist is an important step in an individual's growth and transformation process.From our very first session, I support my clients and commit to traveling with them on their Life's journey. Together we will gently peel back the layers of anxious struggle, dysfunctional behaviors, and pain. We seek the roots of these problems and focus our treatment on healing what lies beneath them.
(860) 979-5831 View (860) 979-5831
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TJ Butcher, MA, LPC, BCPC, CH, CSC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCPC, CH, CSC
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
No matter what you are suffering from or want to improve, there are ways to get your brain to function better and give you the life you deserve.
No matter what you are suffering from or want to improve, there are ways to get your brain to function better and give you the life you deserve.
(959) 666-6432 View (959) 666-6432
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Rachel Dash Dougherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333  (Online Only)
Women are feeling the pressure to be perfect & to do it all now more than ever. We are dropping out of the workforce or working at our careers then working "the double shift" at home. You tell yourself that you wont reach your goals. You predict what will happen and constantly ask “but what if...” You feel like something is broken or missing. You don't feel good enough. Despite your accomplishments, you feel like a failure. You put other peoples needs first. These thoughts have taken over and keep you up at night. I am here to help.
Women are feeling the pressure to be perfect & to do it all now more than ever. We are dropping out of the workforce or working at our careers then working "the double shift" at home. You tell yourself that you wont reach your goals. You predict what will happen and constantly ask “but what if...” You feel like something is broken or missing. You don't feel good enough. Despite your accomplishments, you feel like a failure. You put other peoples needs first. These thoughts have taken over and keep you up at night. I am here to help.
(860) 318-2129 View (860) 318-2129
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Sarah E. DeCecco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, ERYT200, TCYM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
You may be struggling with the overwhelm and overstimulation in the world today impacting your individual relationships and self-regulation. My goal is to work collaboratively through personal/relational issues towards your own growth and work/life balance. Having Substance use and Psychoeducational Rehabilitation, Child Protection Services, Mitigation Services, Judicial Criminal and Family Court, School Social Work and Individual Counseling experience since 1996, I am familiar with the wide range of circumstances we face in life.
You may be struggling with the overwhelm and overstimulation in the world today impacting your individual relationships and self-regulation. My goal is to work collaboratively through personal/relational issues towards your own growth and work/life balance. Having Substance use and Psychoeducational Rehabilitation, Child Protection Services, Mitigation Services, Judicial Criminal and Family Court, School Social Work and Individual Counseling experience since 1996, I am familiar with the wide range of circumstances we face in life.
(860) 492-6856 View (860) 492-6856
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New London County Psychologists and Counselors
Psychologist, LMFT, LPC, PhD, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
With literally hundreds of therapists in New London County alone, it is hard to know who to see. There are so many different degrees, license types, and approaches. By contacting us, we'll help you find a good match with a therapist in our Waterford practice. If we cannot find you a good match within our practice, we will find you one outside of it either nearby or elsewhere in the county (evaluation required).
With literally hundreds of therapists in New London County alone, it is hard to know who to see. There are so many different degrees, license types, and approaches. By contacting us, we'll help you find a good match with a therapist in our Waterford practice. If we cannot find you a good match within our practice, we will find you one outside of it either nearby or elsewhere in the county (evaluation required).
(860) 248-4176 View (860) 248-4176
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Sam Schaperow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
Currently taking clients for >diagnostic evaluations<, couples, & >group therapy<. I am a caring, evidence-based, and holistic (consideration of the whole) therapist looking forward to challenging cases from people needing my expertise. Making use of a wide variety of therapies, from verbal to non-verbal, devoting much time on each of the select cases I take, and engaging in colleague consultations, I am often able to help with even the most challenging of issues. I also see children, doing family therapy even for the toughest kids. You'll see the difference family support makes, rather than my just trying to "fix the kid".
Currently taking clients for >diagnostic evaluations<, couples, & >group therapy<. I am a caring, evidence-based, and holistic (consideration of the whole) therapist looking forward to challenging cases from people needing my expertise. Making use of a wide variety of therapies, from verbal to non-verbal, devoting much time on each of the select cases I take, and engaging in colleague consultations, I am often able to help with even the most challenging of issues. I also see children, doing family therapy even for the toughest kids. You'll see the difference family support makes, rather than my just trying to "fix the kid".
(860) 553-3053 View (860) 553-3053
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Mimi Beaulieu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, LPC, LAT, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
If you're looking for positive change and want to work in a non-judgmental environment, then I can help. Together, we can explore the issues you're facing and find individual goals and solutions that fit your needs. I specialize in supportive and motivational therapies that can help you create positive changes, no matter what issues you're dealing with. With many years of experience and a willingness to think outside the box, I can help you find the path to wellness and achieve your personal goals.
If you're looking for positive change and want to work in a non-judgmental environment, then I can help. Together, we can explore the issues you're facing and find individual goals and solutions that fit your needs. I specialize in supportive and motivational therapies that can help you create positive changes, no matter what issues you're dealing with. With many years of experience and a willingness to think outside the box, I can help you find the path to wellness and achieve your personal goals.
(203) 803-4304 View (203) 803-4304
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Stephen G. Pulaski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RP II
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
Have you ever felt like you are on a boat lost at sea and you don't know where to turn? There are unexpected life events for human beings that can cause sudden stress, trauma, and challenges in their daily life. Without support some people have no place to turn and they feel hopeless and lost. A change in course cannot occur without action and calling in for support is the first step and sometimes the hardest step. Here at a "safe harbor" you can find respite, guidance, support, and encouragement to work through your challenges and find the inner strength to empower yourself to manifest what you need and your destiny.
Have you ever felt like you are on a boat lost at sea and you don't know where to turn? There are unexpected life events for human beings that can cause sudden stress, trauma, and challenges in their daily life. Without support some people have no place to turn and they feel hopeless and lost. A change in course cannot occur without action and calling in for support is the first step and sometimes the hardest step. Here at a "safe harbor" you can find respite, guidance, support, and encouragement to work through your challenges and find the inner strength to empower yourself to manifest what you need and your destiny.
(959) 208-4809 View (959) 208-4809
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Margaret Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
East Lyme, CT 06333
Do you love someone who has an addiction? Have you recently lost someone close to you? Are you coming to terms with the effects of an affair or having relationship difficulties? Addiction, infidelity, grief, and loss are things that many of us struggle with and during these times it can be easy to lose sight of what we need or what makes our lives have meaning. I have found that acceptance, gratitude, and building resilience help us through our most trying times. Having done this work at many important junctures in my life, I offer my assistance to those who are going through these and other difficult life transitions.
Do you love someone who has an addiction? Have you recently lost someone close to you? Are you coming to terms with the effects of an affair or having relationship difficulties? Addiction, infidelity, grief, and loss are things that many of us struggle with and during these times it can be easy to lose sight of what we need or what makes our lives have meaning. I have found that acceptance, gratitude, and building resilience help us through our most trying times. Having done this work at many important junctures in my life, I offer my assistance to those who are going through these and other difficult life transitions.
(959) 230-0842 View (959) 230-0842
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Change Talk LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MS, LPC, CCTP, ADHD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333  (Online Only)
Virtual therapy services booked online: Changetalkllc.com/appointments . Psychotherapy envelopes the very embodiment of human potential and success. Dr. Adam Russo, EdD, MS, LPC is a doctoral and masters level trained traumatologist counselor who also specializes in neurodevelopmental difficulties such as ASD and ADHD. He spent over 11 years of professional academic experience in the arenas of criminal justice (AS), public safety (BS), mental health counseling (MS), and traumatology (EdD). Adam has experienced the entire gamut of psychological care including outpatient, clinical day, IOP, in-home, residential, and inpatient care.
Virtual therapy services booked online: Changetalkllc.com/appointments . Psychotherapy envelopes the very embodiment of human potential and success. Dr. Adam Russo, EdD, MS, LPC is a doctoral and masters level trained traumatologist counselor who also specializes in neurodevelopmental difficulties such as ASD and ADHD. He spent over 11 years of professional academic experience in the arenas of criminal justice (AS), public safety (BS), mental health counseling (MS), and traumatology (EdD). Adam has experienced the entire gamut of psychological care including outpatient, clinical day, IOP, in-home, residential, and inpatient care.
(860) 237-4328 View (860) 237-4328
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Dan Fortunato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
Not accepting new clients
I have had the most experience working with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, emotional regulation, grief and loss, and relationship functioning.
"Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up". Life is a journey with many hurdles and potholes, but these challenges are also tremendous learning and growing opportunities. I support people with a wide range of challenges and have witnessed amazing transformations.
I have had the most experience working with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, emotional regulation, grief and loss, and relationship functioning.
"Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up". Life is a journey with many hurdles and potholes, but these challenges are also tremendous learning and growing opportunities. I support people with a wide range of challenges and have witnessed amazing transformations.
(959) 265-0063 View (959) 265-0063
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Liefeld & Associates Coaching and Psychotherapies
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, LMFT-AS, PhD, ERTY500
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am also a certified yoga teacher and can offer guided meditation or yoga to address anxiety, depression and general life development/wellness.
Greetings! I am an holistic individual, family and couple's practitioner who focuses on optimum development for the client(s). I know that when you have a better understanding of your own roadblocks and patterns, you can better achieve optimum wellness and life satisfaction. I will support and guide the process toward your desired change. You can build a better you, it's never too late to recreate yourself. I also offer supervision for new professionals working on licensure or practitioners wanting to tune up or explore their development as a clinician.
I am also a certified yoga teacher and can offer guided meditation or yoga to address anxiety, depression and general life development/wellness.
Greetings! I am an holistic individual, family and couple's practitioner who focuses on optimum development for the client(s). I know that when you have a better understanding of your own roadblocks and patterns, you can better achieve optimum wellness and life satisfaction. I will support and guide the process toward your desired change. You can build a better you, it's never too late to recreate yourself. I also offer supervision for new professionals working on licensure or practitioners wanting to tune up or explore their development as a clinician.
(860) 516-8217 View (860) 516-8217
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Carol Madden Winslow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LADC, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Lyme, CT 06333
Not accepting new clients
Please Note: (I am unable to take Anthem BC/BS clients currently). It can be overwhelming to know how to ask for help. If you do not know where to turn; or if you are struggling, don't try to face it alone. Let me be your guide. I enjoy working with couples and families who have lost their way and individuals (ages twelve and up) who struggle with relationship issues, mood or substance use disorders. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems theory, meditation, mindfulness, a sense of joy and humor to help clients and families be the best version of themselves.
Please Note: (I am unable to take Anthem BC/BS clients currently). It can be overwhelming to know how to ask for help. If you do not know where to turn; or if you are struggling, don't try to face it alone. Let me be your guide. I enjoy working with couples and families who have lost their way and individuals (ages twelve and up) who struggle with relationship issues, mood or substance use disorders. I use cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems theory, meditation, mindfulness, a sense of joy and humor to help clients and families be the best version of themselves.
(860) 799-4125 View (860) 799-4125

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Photo of Mariah Fairley, Licensed Professional Counselor in East Lyme, CT
Mariah Fairley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Waterford, CT 06385
Hello and welcome! I am a trauma informed, licensed professional counselor who has experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in treating those who are struggling with trauma disorders, anxiety, and depression.
Hello and welcome! I am a trauma informed, licensed professional counselor who has experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in treating those who are struggling with trauma disorders, anxiety, and depression.
(860) 854-7314 View (860) 854-7314
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Patrick Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New London, CT 06320  (Online Only)
My ideal client is ready to work on self improvement whether it is dealing with past trauma, or with current relationships. I specialize in depression and anxiety. These are the most common afflictions in mental health but they are connected to many other issues going on in our mental health. I am also familiar with ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and other disorders. I find that everyone is different and we have to find what works for you. I encourage all my clients to practice meditation and write in a journal. I like to help my clients see something they haven't seen before so they can make lasting changes.
My ideal client is ready to work on self improvement whether it is dealing with past trauma, or with current relationships. I specialize in depression and anxiety. These are the most common afflictions in mental health but they are connected to many other issues going on in our mental health. I am also familiar with ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and other disorders. I find that everyone is different and we have to find what works for you. I encourage all my clients to practice meditation and write in a journal. I like to help my clients see something they haven't seen before so they can make lasting changes.
(860) 831-3363 View (860) 831-3363
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Journey to You, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Groton, CT 06340
Whether challenged by anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, career changes, relationship issues or loss, pet loss, even substance /alcohol challenges, Journey to You can help you navigate your path to healing with skills and compassion.
You might have noticed that your thoughts can spiral off on their own. As a result, you feel hopeless or depressed when thinking about certain situations. But, you are not alone in this. Our approach to counseling focuses on the underlying causes and through narrative process and learning coping strategies, reduce the impact of stressors on daily living.
Whether challenged by anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, career changes, relationship issues or loss, pet loss, even substance /alcohol challenges, Journey to You can help you navigate your path to healing with skills and compassion.
You might have noticed that your thoughts can spiral off on their own. As a result, you feel hopeless or depressed when thinking about certain situations. But, you are not alone in this. Our approach to counseling focuses on the underlying causes and through narrative process and learning coping strategies, reduce the impact of stressors on daily living.
(860) 831-3700 View (860) 831-3700
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Southern Connecticut Behavioral Health, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Groton, CT 06340
My staff clinicians and I have been effectively treating individuals struggling with mood and anxiety disorders as well as substance addiction. We work hard with our clients in reducing impairing symptoms, achieving sustained sobriety, and finding a path to ameliorate life’s crises
My staff clinicians and I have been effectively treating individuals struggling with mood and anxiety disorders as well as substance addiction. We work hard with our clients in reducing impairing symptoms, achieving sustained sobriety, and finding a path to ameliorate life’s crises
(860) 962-6445 View (860) 962-6445

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Anxiety Therapists

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.