Therapists in Madison, CT
Courtney J Seely
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Seeking change, making meaning, discovering a new path: these are just some of the motivators for pursuing support and making change in our lives. Together, we can take those first steps down the path that you are hoping to find your way down, despite whatever barriers may already exist that prevent you from taking those steps on your own. If you or your adolescent are in need of support, we can work together to find the best course of treatment, goals, and together look forward towards a more positive future.
Anne Kissack
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
My client's are seeking a safe space to be their authentic selves. Daily life with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficult relationships or addiction does not have to be experienced alone. I'm here to support, guide, and help you on your healing journey.
Adrienne G Smaller
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
I am a clinical psychologist in private practice in Madison, CT for over 25 years. I am on the faculty of The Yale Child Study Center where I supervise psychologists in training. I work with children and their families, adolescents, and adults. I have experience with a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, social skills, and learning issues.
Christine Dauser
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Good therapy happens when you and your therapist work collaboratively to achieve your goals, you feel truly heard and understood and your therapist has the knowledge and experience to help you identify the obstacles to achieving your goals. I am passionate about the work I do with children, adolescents and adults and feel fortunate to enjoy going in each day. I've been told by many, I have a warm, caring style and frequently use humor in sessions. I help people understand the connection between their thoughts feelings and behaviors and ways in which they can make changes to find relief from the stressors they experience.
Mary Beth Golja
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Looking for a safe place to regain your footing and let go of old patterns that hold you back? I have been practicing psychotherapy for 29 years. My practice is relationship based and heart centered.After working in various residential settings with adolescents, I grew to believe in the resilience and strength of the human spirit.Working with both traditional and nontraditional techniques, I can assist you in discovering your true potential. With a background in family systems, I believe that by letting go of patterns learned in childhood and rewriting old messages, therapy can free you to live your life more productively.
David Ruutel
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
David Ruutel, CADC earned an associate degree in Drug and Alcohol Recovery Counseling and graduated the DARC Program at Manchester Community College. He is currently working toward his bachelor's degree in Psychology at Central Connecticut State University with the goal of getting his master’s in social work. He has worked in the recovery field for 5 years and is passionate about guiding individuals on their own personal path to recovery.
Elizabeth Rubin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Intimate relationships are fluid and complex. Conflict does not mean you are incompatible. It is a signal that you should start paying attention to the relationship. Problems do not magically go away! Conflict in a relationship can feel like a crisis, but it is also an opportunity for growth and change.
It takes courage to "stand up" and work hard on a relationship. Really facing what is in front of you, no longer living with pain, or loneliness, is challenging. After 40 years experience I can use my skills and knowledge to help shift the dynamic and allow you to move forward as a couple.
Michael F. Hinkley
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, LMSW, LADC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in the comprehensive treatment of alcohol and drug abuse for both the individual and the family suffering. I have extensive experience in inpatient treatment programs for addiction, including Rushford Center in Middletown, Stonegate in Durham and Turning Point/Tunbridge in New Haven. Both adults and adolescents with or without an interest in 12 Step Work are the focus of my work. My extensive background in Spiritual Counseling can prove to be very helpful in assisting clients discover and foster their own spiritual path in recovery. I also teach as a Part-time Profesor for Quinnipiac University's MSW program.
Not accepting new clients
Randi Diemand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you looking for ways to manage a life transition, such as a change in your family or relationship, a new medical diagnosis or dealing with a chronic illness? Are you experiencing caregiver stress or coping with grief or end of life issues? I am a caring and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps adults and families navigate difficult and stressful life transitions. My philosophy is collaborative and I believe with courage and hope, change and growth are possible.
Not accepting new clients
Janel Lynch Bacon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and my specialty is figuring out what needs to be done to affect change. I use a variety of techniques to help my clients identify the patterns that are disrupting the quality of their lives. I will work with you to form a therapeutic relationship and will "meet you where you are" emotionally and psychologically. I will help you learn to shift behaviors that are not serving you well, and assist you in achieving your full personal potential.
Heather Boardman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and my specialty is helping clients identify how unresolved issues, ineffective thoughts, behaviors and ways of communicating can keep you stuck from moving forward. My training in systems therapy, 18 years of experience working with clients in child and family agencies, the judicial system and private practice settings grounds my therapeutic approach when working with clients. I am also a certified Life Coach having been trained in an intensive methodology based on a foundation of deep personal reflection and growth.
Sarah Welch Schwanfelder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Relax as it is."-Pema Chodron. It's a beautifully simple phrase yet it requires two powerful features: letting go and acceptance. Our life shapes the stories we tell ourselves and so often these stories foster feelings of anxiety, sadness, frustration, anger and blame (of ourselves and of those close to us). The changes that life always bestow on us are often unwelcome triggers causing us to notice how these ways of thinking can negatively impact our overall well-being. By taking the opportunity to look at ourselves in an honest and gentle way we create new pathways to accept and let go.
Rachel Bloom
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am accepting new individual clients and couples. I have an interest in helping young adults and adults through difficult life transitions and discussing the constantly changing ways that we identify and see ourselves as it relates to parenthood, relationships, and work status, among other things. I also specialize in working with athletes and former athletes. I help people figure out who they want to be, which might be different from who other people think they "should" be.
Not accepting new clients
Elizabeth Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC, MSW
Verified
Verified
Congratulations on taking a step towards change and feeling better! I have had the honor of working with individuals, couples and families in residential and outpatient settings and have witnessed people change and reach unique and individualized goals. I use a variety of techniques such as experiential, CBT, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt and psychoeducational modalities. I use EMDR to help clients recover from traumatic, disturbing and shame-based memories. I help clients find the motivation to change their unsatisfying patterns by empowering them to identify, express and prioritize needs and to stay focused on their goals.
Not accepting new clients
Lara J Kaplan Goodrich
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Please also visit my site, www.dynamapsychology.com for more information. I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with kids, teens & adults. My private practice is Dynama Psychology where I specialize in anxiety, coping, parenting, health psychology, and finding power in mental health. My clients are adults needing support while navigating a major life transition; teenagers wanting to learn how to better cope with stress; children learning how to rise above anxiety; parents hoping to be more effective while raising a family; people wanting to untangle the impact of the pandemic; and possibly you striving for healthy change.
Waterstone Counseling Centers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Waterstone's staff of compassionate and licensed professionals are on hand to care for your individual counseling needs and goals to address a variety of issues including anxiety, depression or substance use. We incorporate best clinical practices, expert treatment knowledge and a thorough understanding of the overwhelming factors individuals face. We understand that finding the right therapist or treatment center can be difficult. We ensure that each potential client understands all the counseling options open to them.
Paul Battles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MTBC
Verified
Verified
I believe that we all have the innate power to change our own lives. To do this, we need to understand, accept and make peace with our past, and realize that it does not control us. We live right now. Regardless of what has come before, we have choices now, and the choices we make today create who we become tomorrow.
Martin Grebel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 40 years of private practice experience. I treat individuals eighteen years old and over and couples. My goals with all clients are to correctly identify, understand and overcome self defeating aspects of their functioning. I adapt my treatment approach to the needs of each client and never forget to treat my clients with respect. When appropriate, I often use humor to address my clients issues. My office is in New London, but I see clients from all over Southeastern Connecticut, including employees from Pfizer, EB , L&M & ,of course, all others desiring psychological help.
Kiersten D'Auria
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Now accepting clients in person and via telehealth. I specialize in identifying the cause of discomforts related to anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions and work with you to get quick and lasting relief. I pride myself in my approachability and work to create a comfortable working relationship. Feel free to contact me here or through my website. I look forward to connecting.
Not accepting new clients
Reinhard Straub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Reinhard is in-network with almost every insurance in CT and RI. Reinhard knows how to navigate the insurance and substance abuse treatment industries when a patient needs an intervention and/or all levels of care and services, locally or nationally. He helped countless physicians and healthcare professionals while at the New York State Committee For Physician Health and continues this important work with HAVEN, the CT assistance program and the RI Medical Society authorized by state law to serve licensed healthcare professionals.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone 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.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the United States, 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.
What type of therapist is right for me?
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, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
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.
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.
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.