Therapists in Darien, CT

Over the course of my career, I’ve worked with clients in their twenties to sixties to better understand and reach their personal goals. In sessions, our space is safe and client-lead. I firmly believe people are the experts of their own lives, and our therapeutic space supports that.
Over the course of my career, I’ve worked with clients in their twenties to sixties to better understand and reach their personal goals. In sessions, our space is safe and client-lead. I firmly believe people are the experts of their own lives, and our therapeutic space supports that.

I help people just like you find balance peace and joy within themselves and their most significant relationships. Maybe your relationship has reached a crisis point and you are feeling frustrated or overwhelmed. Or, maybe your busy life has left little time for your relationship and your partner is beginning to feel like a roommate, or even worse, a stranger. Feeling disconnected in your relationship was never part of the plan. Then again, the current challenges you’re experiencing may be coming from a past trauma that never healed, a transition to a new chapter of your life, or a search to truly connect with your authentic self.
I help people just like you find balance peace and joy within themselves and their most significant relationships. Maybe your relationship has reached a crisis point and you are feeling frustrated or overwhelmed. Or, maybe your busy life has left little time for your relationship and your partner is beginning to feel like a roommate, or even worse, a stranger. Feeling disconnected in your relationship was never part of the plan. Then again, the current challenges you’re experiencing may be coming from a past trauma that never healed, a transition to a new chapter of your life, or a search to truly connect with your authentic self.

Sometimes life can fail to prepare you for the roadblocks that may lie ahead. Finding someone who can guide you to overcome these challenges with care and compassion doesn't have to be as difficult. My practice focuses on working with adolescents, young adults and families that have experienced interpersonal conflict, relationship transitions, individual and family trauma, exposure to domestic violence, school motivational struggles and cultural assimilation issues.
Sometimes life can fail to prepare you for the roadblocks that may lie ahead. Finding someone who can guide you to overcome these challenges with care and compassion doesn't have to be as difficult. My practice focuses on working with adolescents, young adults and families that have experienced interpersonal conflict, relationship transitions, individual and family trauma, exposure to domestic violence, school motivational struggles and cultural assimilation issues.

I am a mental health practitioner with over 20 years experience. My goal is to help clients who feel they are struggling in any area of their life. Together we will find solutions, build coping skills to manage, and set and meet goals in order to live a well balanced and fulfilled life. My approach is highly individualized whether I am working with individuals, couples or families. I truly believe change is possible and focus on using client centered and strengths based perspectives to help clients find authenticity and connection.
I am a mental health practitioner with over 20 years experience. My goal is to help clients who feel they are struggling in any area of their life. Together we will find solutions, build coping skills to manage, and set and meet goals in order to live a well balanced and fulfilled life. My approach is highly individualized whether I am working with individuals, couples or families. I truly believe change is possible and focus on using client centered and strengths based perspectives to help clients find authenticity and connection.

My name is Dr. Stephen Dulski and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the states of Connecticut and New York. I provide comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations and therapeutic services to children, adolescents, young adults and their families. My treatment experiences include supporting individuals presenting with a range of anxiety, behavioral, mood and developmental disorders. The therapeutic interventions and testing recommendations I provide are tailored to match each client's unique profile, serving as the catalyst for future success. My emphasis on utilizing a collaborative and multidisciplinary treatment approach allows for consistency to develop across environments.
My name is Dr. Stephen Dulski and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the states of Connecticut and New York. I provide comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations and therapeutic services to children, adolescents, young adults and their families. My treatment experiences include supporting individuals presenting with a range of anxiety, behavioral, mood and developmental disorders. The therapeutic interventions and testing recommendations I provide are tailored to match each client's unique profile, serving as the catalyst for future success. My emphasis on utilizing a collaborative and multidisciplinary treatment approach allows for consistency to develop across environments.

Caitlin Gallagher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
Not accepting new clients
Have you found yourself increasingly stressed out by everyday life? Or perhaps a big life event has disrupted your status quo? Therapy can offer the space you need to better understand how your experiences, relationships and external world impact you. My practice welcomes anyone in need of therapeutic support, including children/adolescents, perinatal/postpartum, couples and families. I hold post-graduate certifications in couples and family therapy from the Ackerman Institute for the Family and advanced clinical practice with adolescents from New York University. I am licensed in both New York and Connecticut.
Have you found yourself increasingly stressed out by everyday life? Or perhaps a big life event has disrupted your status quo? Therapy can offer the space you need to better understand how your experiences, relationships and external world impact you. My practice welcomes anyone in need of therapeutic support, including children/adolescents, perinatal/postpartum, couples and families. I hold post-graduate certifications in couples and family therapy from the Ackerman Institute for the Family and advanced clinical practice with adolescents from New York University. I am licensed in both New York and Connecticut.

Life is not easy, but with the right help, challenges really can become opportunities for growth. My aim as a therapist is to provide clients with a judgment-free space where they can openly examine their lives and express their true feelings. I view each client as a unique individual and believe there is no one size-fits-all technique to psychotherapy. My approach is integrative, collaborative, and empathetic. My main goals as a therapist are to help my clients develop new ways of looking at their thinking, identify limiting or unhealthy patterns, and help them move
Life is not easy, but with the right help, challenges really can become opportunities for growth. My aim as a therapist is to provide clients with a judgment-free space where they can openly examine their lives and express their true feelings. I view each client as a unique individual and believe there is no one size-fits-all technique to psychotherapy. My approach is integrative, collaborative, and empathetic. My main goals as a therapist are to help my clients develop new ways of looking at their thinking, identify limiting or unhealthy patterns, and help them move

Sam specializes in CBT and DBT – two of the most effective evidence-based therapeutic modalities – to help clients of all ages change unhelpful thought processes, face their fears, learn better emotional regulation, and build interpersonal skills. Sam’s solution-focused, client-centric treatment helps clients define their goals and allows them to leverage their own strengths and support systems to achieve them. Clients praise his warm demeanor, which makes them feel heard and valued during sessions, and leave treatment with newfound confidence and the tools to navigate life's challenges successfully and lead more fulfilling lives.
Sam specializes in CBT and DBT – two of the most effective evidence-based therapeutic modalities – to help clients of all ages change unhelpful thought processes, face their fears, learn better emotional regulation, and build interpersonal skills. Sam’s solution-focused, client-centric treatment helps clients define their goals and allows them to leverage their own strengths and support systems to achieve them. Clients praise his warm demeanor, which makes them feel heard and valued during sessions, and leave treatment with newfound confidence and the tools to navigate life's challenges successfully and lead more fulfilling lives.

I have over 15 years experience working for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, serving clients with severe illnesses in both inpatient and outpatient settings throughout the state. Using evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, and Harm Reduction, I work with adults experiencing mood instability, grief & loss, personality disorders, problematic substance use, difficult transitions, anxiety, depression and general malaise become the best versions of themselves.
I have over 15 years experience working for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, serving clients with severe illnesses in both inpatient and outpatient settings throughout the state. Using evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, and Harm Reduction, I work with adults experiencing mood instability, grief & loss, personality disorders, problematic substance use, difficult transitions, anxiety, depression and general malaise become the best versions of themselves.

Finding balance is hard and we all need help sometimes. School struggles, parenting/marital stress, or past traumatic events can lead us to feel overwhelmed. Therapy is a powerful experience to better understand our emotions and behaviors. You deserve to be happy. I am committed to helping you/your child reclaim your happiness and achieve mental and emotional well-being. Together we will build the skills and resilience you need to achieve growth and see change.
Finding balance is hard and we all need help sometimes. School struggles, parenting/marital stress, or past traumatic events can lead us to feel overwhelmed. Therapy is a powerful experience to better understand our emotions and behaviors. You deserve to be happy. I am committed to helping you/your child reclaim your happiness and achieve mental and emotional well-being. Together we will build the skills and resilience you need to achieve growth and see change.

Carrie Ross Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
I help clients to break patterns that are no longer working, communicate more effectively, resolve relationship crises, and learn more about themselves as partners and as people. I see clients from all backgrounds and relationship styles, including LGBTQ+ community and those in non-monogamous relationship structures. I help individuals, both kids and adults, couples, and families identify and understand patterns that are no longer working and, co-create goals to support growth and change for both the self and their relationships.
I help clients to break patterns that are no longer working, communicate more effectively, resolve relationship crises, and learn more about themselves as partners and as people. I see clients from all backgrounds and relationship styles, including LGBTQ+ community and those in non-monogamous relationship structures. I help individuals, both kids and adults, couples, and families identify and understand patterns that are no longer working and, co-create goals to support growth and change for both the self and their relationships.
Meet Our Therapists

Sara Mathews Dixon, LCSW Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
I believe that everyone has a right to go through life feeling well, happy and positive about themselves. This can be difficult when living life with mental health issues. I use a solution focused, person-centered approach, partnering with my clients to ensure that they play an integral part in the planning and treatment process. This results in clients that are more focused and prepared for treatment. They generally achieve better results and experience the treatment process positively.
I believe that everyone has a right to go through life feeling well, happy and positive about themselves. This can be difficult when living life with mental health issues. I use a solution focused, person-centered approach, partnering with my clients to ensure that they play an integral part in the planning and treatment process. This results in clients that are more focused and prepared for treatment. They generally achieve better results and experience the treatment process positively.

I am a sexologist and licensed couples therapist. I maintain a private practice with a focus on sex therapy. My areas of expertise are intimate relationships, pleasure, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, lack of desire, difficulties with orgasm, difficulties with erections and orgasm, pain and discomfort in sex, alternative sexualities and lifestyles, sexual abuse and violence. My approach is one that is positive, validating, and nurturing.
I am a sexologist and licensed couples therapist. I maintain a private practice with a focus on sex therapy. My areas of expertise are intimate relationships, pleasure, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, lack of desire, difficulties with orgasm, difficulties with erections and orgasm, pain and discomfort in sex, alternative sexualities and lifestyles, sexual abuse and violence. My approach is one that is positive, validating, and nurturing.

As a mom, single parent, and professional, I know how important it is to check-in with ourselves; being able to look at our lives deeply. To understand where our thoughts and beliefs come from, how we can best nurture our emotions and move through life's changes. It's important to remember we are doing the best we can. Yet, sometimes it feels too hard or we feel uncertain how to grow. We are human. We all have challenges, wounds or uncertainties as we go through one life stage to another. Having the right support and resources can help move us toward a path of growth and comfort.
As a mom, single parent, and professional, I know how important it is to check-in with ourselves; being able to look at our lives deeply. To understand where our thoughts and beliefs come from, how we can best nurture our emotions and move through life's changes. It's important to remember we are doing the best we can. Yet, sometimes it feels too hard or we feel uncertain how to grow. We are human. We all have challenges, wounds or uncertainties as we go through one life stage to another. Having the right support and resources can help move us toward a path of growth and comfort.

Based on my training as a Self Psychologist, I value empathic listening and strive to discover what makes my patients feel alive, engaged and productive. The goal is to help patients feel vitally connected to their world. Through this approach, patients are able to shift entrenched negative patterns and develop satisfying relationships in their personal, work and family lives.
Based on my training as a Self Psychologist, I value empathic listening and strive to discover what makes my patients feel alive, engaged and productive. The goal is to help patients feel vitally connected to their world. Through this approach, patients are able to shift entrenched negative patterns and develop satisfying relationships in their personal, work and family lives.

Kelly Meany
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CSAT-AS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a licensed therapist, speaker, advocate, and coach who believes healing happens through authentic human connection. With training in EMDR, IFS, and QNRT, I take a neuroscience-based approach to therapy, helping clients break free from deeply rooted patterns of stress, trauma, and emotional pain. My work is about more than just talking; it is about rewiring the nervous system, fostering resilience, and creating real change.
Many of my clients have tried traditional therapy but still feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles. they want more than just coping skills; they want transformation.
I am a licensed therapist, speaker, advocate, and coach who believes healing happens through authentic human connection. With training in EMDR, IFS, and QNRT, I take a neuroscience-based approach to therapy, helping clients break free from deeply rooted patterns of stress, trauma, and emotional pain. My work is about more than just talking; it is about rewiring the nervous system, fostering resilience, and creating real change.
Many of my clients have tried traditional therapy but still feel stuck in cycles of anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles. they want more than just coping skills; they want transformation.

Relationships, friendships, transitions-and just being-can be a struggle at times. Through a holistic, multi-systemic approach, I want to help you work through these challenges. I have more than a decade of experience, working in a hospital setting and outpatient behavioral health settings, treating depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders (my specialty).
Relationships, friendships, transitions-and just being-can be a struggle at times. Through a holistic, multi-systemic approach, I want to help you work through these challenges. I have more than a decade of experience, working in a hospital setting and outpatient behavioral health settings, treating depression, anxiety, adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders (my specialty).

Welcome to Thrive Psychotherapy Services, LLC. Creating a fulfilling and meaningful life in which we feel a sense of well being, purpose and connection to others often goes hand in hand with facing our challenges. If you are struggling and want to be thriving, real help is within reach. As your therapist, I am committed to creating a collaborative partnership based on compassion, trust and mutual respect and delivering evidenced based psychotherapy and practical skills to help you reach your goals and thrive.
Welcome to Thrive Psychotherapy Services, LLC. Creating a fulfilling and meaningful life in which we feel a sense of well being, purpose and connection to others often goes hand in hand with facing our challenges. If you are struggling and want to be thriving, real help is within reach. As your therapist, I am committed to creating a collaborative partnership based on compassion, trust and mutual respect and delivering evidenced based psychotherapy and practical skills to help you reach your goals and thrive.

I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
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Number of Therapists in Darien, CT
300+
Average cost per session
$206
Therapists in Darien, CT who prioritize treating:
96% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
78% | Relationship Issues |
74% | Self Esteem |
66% | Coping Skills |
65% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
72% | Aetna |
70% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
69% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Darien, CT see their clients
67% | In Person and Online | |
33% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
18% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.