Anxiety Therapists in Southington, CT
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Tahara DeBarrows
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The focus of my work has been with individuals who struggle with depression,
anxiety
, addiction, trauma, and other mood and personality disorders. I also work with individuals and families on issues related to parenting, relationships, career changes, and more. I enjoy working with people of various ethnic backgrounds and religious backgrounds.

Cori Capuano
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I focus on helping clients navigate through life changes or hardships. I make sure clients are heard, supported, and provided with thoughtful feedback in order to help them feel better, and ensure their goals are met. I enjoy working with clients across the life span, who may be experiencing:
anxiety
and/or depression, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or have potentially experienced a traumatic event

Virna Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience treating mental health disorders like mood disorders, depression, and
anxiety
.
You are here; the next step may be frightening or uncomfortable. But you made it this far, and I'm confident we, collaboratively, can create a treatment plan that suits your lifestyle and targets your objectives and goals.

Katie M Claywell
Counselor, MAAT, LPC
Verified
Verified
If you are struggling with a life situation,
anxiety
or an emotional disturbance, I offer my genuine guidance through conversation and/or creative expression. It is my goal to see a client's happiness and peace. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor & an Art Therapist. I've been trained as a clinician in traditional talk therapy but also art therapy, allowing a client to open up in a variety of ways. I feel that every person deserves to feel wholeness in his or her life.

Sarah Starbird
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hi there, Are you struggling with depression,
anxiety
, unresolved trauma, low self esteem, and/or problems in your relationships? EMDR can help! Innovative….more efficient than other types of therapy! It’s more creative too- using mind AND body techniques to heal. Just call for a free phone consult.
Not accepting new clients

Rebecca Toner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
If you feel like you have missed key components of your life because you were not able to be fully present, you find yourself checking out often, or you don’t have the relationships and career you crave, I would love to help. Many of my clients have symptoms of dissociation- feeling disconnected, out of body, or cannot remember significant chunks of life. These are all indicative of trauma and are very normal and treatable with the right interventions! I work with adults 18 and over who are suffering from symptoms of trauma,
anxiety
, depression, or want help setting better boundaries with work, family, and relationships.

Grateful Soul Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping teens, families and adults in their path to wellness. I strive to help create a safe environment to build trust, overall peace and self awareness. Therapy and the therapeutic process is a non judgmental safe space to work on whatever you may be going through. I have extensive experience in addressing complex trauma,
anxiety
and
panic
, depression, OCD, behavioral and emotional reactivity, substance abuse and addiction, sexual reactivity, parenting and other life transitions.

Kara Oliveira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience working with individuals struggling with various mental health and substance use concerns including depression,
anxiety
, bipolar disorder, alcohol and other substances.
I am passionate about helping individuals manage their day to day stressors, emotions, and conflicts. We all experience feelings of being overwhelmed and it can be helpful to process what we are feeling and finding ways to regulate our emotions. I enjoy working with individuals to learn coping skills, healthy stress relief, and provide a comfortable atmosphere for being able to talk openly. I believe in utilizing a strengths based perspective to help you achieve your goals. We are all resilient, and sometimes we just need someone to help us find our path again.

Rameya Shanmugavelayutham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I believe therapy can be a catalyst for important changes we want to make in our lives. I work with adults who experience symptoms of
anxiety
or depression, trouble with life transitions, individuals struggling with relationships and those who just want to learn more about themselves while moving toward a more pleasurable and purposeful life. Many of my clients seek to enhance their sense of self by unpacking their experience of trauma in the context of varying identities, family structures, and/or immigration experiences. I also work with children and their families who have experienced stress, life disruptions and trauma.

Melissa Weidner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in building relationships and overcoming codependent tendencies as well as symptom reduction in
anxiety
and depression.
Currently accepting telehealth only clients! Do you currently feel stuck and overwhelmed and not sure how to move forward? Your in the right place..I can help! I truly believe you can have a life of abundance and happiness with tools and support along the way. I believe the therapeutic relationship along with a strengths based perspective is one of the best ways to overcome fear,
anxiety
and depression. I am as real as it comes and my approach is authentic and transparent. I use humor where needed and help my clients come to realize their full potential.

Infinity Music Therapy Services
MT-BC
I have experience in working with individuals with developmental disabilities including Autism, Down syndrome, Angelman Syndrome, and other disorders. I have additional experience serving children and adults with mental health disorders including Reactive Attachment Disorder,
Anxiety
, Depression, PTSD, ODD, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, and trauma. I have experience treating neurological disorders including Dementia, Parksinson's Disease, Cortical Visual Impairment, and Cerebral Palsy. I also provide perinatal music therapy services including music therapy assisted childbirth. Infinity provides in-home & in-facility services.

Stephanie Murana
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have years working in diverse clinical placements so helping people with depression,
anxiety
, trauma, life transition, divorce, family discord are only a few to name.
Welcome to starting this journey! We all deserve to live our BEST life. Why shouldn't you? I am a Licensed Professional Counseling and a National Certified Counselor who has been working in the CT public school system as a School Counselor for the last eight years. I bring a unique perspective and experience into the counseling room to help my children and adolescent clients with school related issues.

Melanie Fortin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MEd, MA, LMFTA
Verified
Verified
Life is full of inevitable changes, some more difficult to navigate than others. If you are experiencing the anticipatory grief of losing a loved one, the loss of a beloved family member or friend,
anxiety
, low self-esteem, stress, depression, couple and/or relationship issues, or you simply want to work on your personal growth, you have already taken the most important step by seeking help.

Hop Brook Counseling Center, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Our providers have a wide variety of specialties, including
anxiety
, depression, trauma, ADD/ADHD, substance use, infertility and autism spectrum disorders.
Taking the first step towards improving your mental health can be challenging, but finding the right provider doesn't need to be. At Hop Brook Counseling Center our providers are passionate about empowering you to learn strategies for growth and healing. Our team of fully licensed mental health professionals has a wide array of specialties and backgrounds, and we always work to match you with the therapist most equipped to support your personal goals. Hop Brook provides a supportive, safe, non judgmental environment with both in person and telehealth options for counseling and medication visits.
Not accepting new clients

Carla Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Symptoms related to
anxiety
, depression and anger have a tremendous impact on a person's life. If you feel that these behaviors have been been in control long enough and you are ready to take the first step in gaining a fulfilling and satisfying sense of self, you are on your way to change. Together, we can establish realistic and progressive treatment goals in an environment that feels safe and supportive.
Waitlist for new clients

Stanley Kisiel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
In addition to Marriage and Family therapy, I am trained in EMDR , IFS , and DBT; these approaches work well with various issues including
anxiety
, trauma/stress, impulsive behaviors, & mood disorders.
I have successfully worked with adults and children, couples and families, with both common and complex needs. My approach focuses on experiential awareness and processing, while working through present day thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is holistic in that it views symptoms as attempts at coping.We work together establishing a calm place within you, through the enhancement of personal awareness, resources, and developing coping strategies; we then progress beyond coping skills, moving through the roots of old learning so that your change is lasting, and from the inside out.

Sharon Clayman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Whether it's your 1st time seeking psychotherapy or your 15th, I'm committed to gaining a deep understanding of you and exploring with you the changes you'd like to make in your life. If you're interested in reducing or eliminating
anxiety
,
panic
, depression, the impact of past trauma or some other type of suffering, I will explore with you the underlying reasons for these symptoms and collaborate with you to help you on your way to becoming your best you. I work mostly with individuals who have experienced complex trauma and I help identify and work with dissociation.

Melinda Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in PTSD, mood disorders, addictions,
anxiety
disorders and negative core beliefs about yourself that get in the way of your success and happiness.
I am a licensed clinical social worker, a licensed drug and alcohol counselor and have a person centered approach to work with you. I work in a non-judgmental environment where you can feel safe, get vulnerable and make the changes you want to see in your life.

Charter Oak Therapeutic Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Most people experience varying degrees of
anxiety
, depression and other MH struggles.
George Gogas LCSW has extensive experience in the mental health and substance use field. He has treated many different issues which vary in severity and specializes in:
anxiety
,
panic
attacks, social
anxiety
, OCD, anger management, depression, substance use issues and trauma. George is also a combat infantry veteran who deployed to Afghanistan which has given him the life experience to relate to other veterans, first responders and and people who work or live in high stress environments. George enjoys working with men and other clients who are typically opposed to the therapy process and carry some stigma in asking for help.

Mary Ginnetti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified
Verified
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW TELE-COUNSELING CLIENTS! Challenges can arise at any point in one's life, especially during these unusual times. Often we are faced with adjustments, difficult life transitions, grief/loss, or other obstacles. This can cause a range of painful emotions including
anxiety
, depression, or other difficulties. As someone who specializes in helping those with
anxiety
, stress, and improving overall well-being, I am here to help you with those obstacles.
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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.