In Person Therapists in Stamford, CT
Ginger is a dedicated and compassionate therapist supporting adults and adolescents navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. She specializes in eating disorders, OCD, and anxiety, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorder, and also treats relationship difficulties, trauma, and mood disorders. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based care: every treatment plan is carefully grounded in research and tailored to each client's unique background, personal history, existing strengths, and goals. She places strong emphasis on equipping clients with practical skills they can use beyond the therapy room.
Ginger is a dedicated and compassionate therapist supporting adults and adolescents navigating a wide range of mental health challenges. She specializes in eating disorders, OCD, and anxiety, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorder, and also treats relationship difficulties, trauma, and mood disorders. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based care: every treatment plan is carefully grounded in research and tailored to each client's unique background, personal history, existing strengths, and goals. She places strong emphasis on equipping clients with practical skills they can use beyond the therapy room.
I offer sessions in-person or online via video.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of professional experience. I enjoy working with people of various ages and from all walks of life. I have worked with people on a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, parenting and relationship problems. In my work, I help people identify and explore the ways they experience themselves and their patterns of relating to others. We explore coping styles as well as obstacles getting in the way. In a supportive, empathic environment, this self-awareness and discovery can lead to profound and enduring change.
I offer sessions in-person or online via video.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of professional experience. I enjoy working with people of various ages and from all walks of life. I have worked with people on a variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, parenting and relationship problems. In my work, I help people identify and explore the ways they experience themselves and their patterns of relating to others. We explore coping styles as well as obstacles getting in the way. In a supportive, empathic environment, this self-awareness and discovery can lead to profound and enduring change.
I’m a passionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to working with individuals across the lifespan — from infants to older adults. I believe that every person is unique and deserves a personalized, strengths-based approach to support their development and daily functioning.Occupational Therapy (OT) addresses a wide range of needs, including motor development, feeding skills, sensory integration, social and emotional skills, and mental health.I provide services both in-home and community settings, with a focus on achieving functional goals that matter most to you or your loved one. Examples of interventions I offer:
I’m a passionate Occupational Therapist dedicated to working with individuals across the lifespan — from infants to older adults. I believe that every person is unique and deserves a personalized, strengths-based approach to support their development and daily functioning.Occupational Therapy (OT) addresses a wide range of needs, including motor development, feeding skills, sensory integration, social and emotional skills, and mental health.I provide services both in-home and community settings, with a focus on achieving functional goals that matter most to you or your loved one. Examples of interventions I offer:
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 offer therapy sessions in-person and via telehealth on weekdays.
Hi, my name is Elizabeth Coritt. The choice to begin therapy is not always easy. The thought of telling someone about the intricate details of your life story can be overwhelming. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy in order to help navigate major life transitions. It is important to me that my clients feeling seen, heard, and validated. I work with clients that come from a variety of different backgrounds; varying in culture, race, gender, age, relationship status and more. I am dedicated to providing supportive, inclusive, and impactful therapy. Each individual has a unique story that makes them the person they are.
I offer therapy sessions in-person and via telehealth on weekdays.
Hi, my name is Elizabeth Coritt. The choice to begin therapy is not always easy. The thought of telling someone about the intricate details of your life story can be overwhelming. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy in order to help navigate major life transitions. It is important to me that my clients feeling seen, heard, and validated. I work with clients that come from a variety of different backgrounds; varying in culture, race, gender, age, relationship status and more. I am dedicated to providing supportive, inclusive, and impactful therapy. Each individual has a unique story that makes them the person they are.
Helping Analytical and Neurodivergent Professionals Overcome Perfectionism, Burnout, and Social Disconnection. You’re successful in many ways but your life feels narrow, rigid, or overly focused on work. You may be highly driven, detail-oriented, and productive yet struggle to relax and maintain important relationships. Many of the clients I work with identify as neurodivergent, including those with traits of autism or obsessive personality patterns. Others don’t use those labels but recognize themselves in the pattern: high standards, strong focus, and a tendency to prioritize work over everything else.
Helping Analytical and Neurodivergent Professionals Overcome Perfectionism, Burnout, and Social Disconnection. You’re successful in many ways but your life feels narrow, rigid, or overly focused on work. You may be highly driven, detail-oriented, and productive yet struggle to relax and maintain important relationships. Many of the clients I work with identify as neurodivergent, including those with traits of autism or obsessive personality patterns. Others don’t use those labels but recognize themselves in the pattern: high standards, strong focus, and a tendency to prioritize work over everything else.
Options for in-person and telehealth appointments are available.
The trajectory to adulthood is not an easy or smooth path, and can include hurdles such as stress, feeling stuck, uncertainty, anxiety, and relationship issues. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with considerable experience and expertise working with young adults. Within the safe, confidential relationship of psychotherapy, I help people identify the sources of their challenges and minimize the barriers that hold them back in life. People often come to my office struggling with such issues as anxiety, depression, eating and body image issues, family and relationship concerns, and struggles with sense of identity.
Options for in-person and telehealth appointments are available.
The trajectory to adulthood is not an easy or smooth path, and can include hurdles such as stress, feeling stuck, uncertainty, anxiety, and relationship issues. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with considerable experience and expertise working with young adults. Within the safe, confidential relationship of psychotherapy, I help people identify the sources of their challenges and minimize the barriers that hold them back in life. People often come to my office struggling with such issues as anxiety, depression, eating and body image issues, family and relationship concerns, and struggles with sense of identity.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
I provide in-person therapy Wednesday- Saturday 9:00-6:00 Sunday 12:00-600.
I am a Child Specialist and Certified EMDR Therapist for all ages, children and adults. The more I learn about children the better I understand adults. Our past suffering affects how we live our lives as adults, interacting in relationship with others while managing what life throws at us. Children must learn how to be themselves while trying to fit in, earn good grades, and make their parents proud. They feel anxious, afraid of failure, rejection. Like us, their emotions affect how well they behave and do at school. My goal will be to deal with the cause, not just the symptoms, of why you call me.
I provide in-person therapy Wednesday- Saturday 9:00-6:00 Sunday 12:00-600.
I am a Child Specialist and Certified EMDR Therapist for all ages, children and adults. The more I learn about children the better I understand adults. Our past suffering affects how we live our lives as adults, interacting in relationship with others while managing what life throws at us. Children must learn how to be themselves while trying to fit in, earn good grades, and make their parents proud. They feel anxious, afraid of failure, rejection. Like us, their emotions affect how well they behave and do at school. My goal will be to deal with the cause, not just the symptoms, of why you call me.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a speciality in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. My focus is on treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and personality disorders. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families, and the geriatric population.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a speciality in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. My focus is on treatment of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and personality disorders. I have experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families, and the geriatric population.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
After developing and running the Track III Program for Schizophrenia at Hall Brooke Hospital in Westport, Ct in the early 90's, I went on staff at Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, Ct to further hone my craft at treating individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, bi-polar, eating disorders, self esteem issues, schizophrenia, trauma etc... For the past decade I have brought my keen ability to accurately and quickly diagnose symptoms to my private practice in Stamford, Ct, where I treat adolescents, teens and adults suffering from a multitude of issues.
After developing and running the Track III Program for Schizophrenia at Hall Brooke Hospital in Westport, Ct in the early 90's, I went on staff at Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, Ct to further hone my craft at treating individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, bi-polar, eating disorders, self esteem issues, schizophrenia, trauma etc... For the past decade I have brought my keen ability to accurately and quickly diagnose symptoms to my private practice in Stamford, Ct, where I treat adolescents, teens and adults suffering from a multitude of issues.
Sometimes we face challenges and experience setbacks that seem overwhelming. You can learn to manage life’s ups and downs and improve your overall satisfaction and well being with the right tools and guidance. Taking the first step is the hardest part of changing the things that aren’t working. Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for several things, including: relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress; healing from past and present hurts and abuses; and personal growth and change.
Sometimes we face challenges and experience setbacks that seem overwhelming. You can learn to manage life’s ups and downs and improve your overall satisfaction and well being with the right tools and guidance. Taking the first step is the hardest part of changing the things that aren’t working. Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for several things, including: relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress; healing from past and present hurts and abuses; and personal growth and change.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Kristen Scarlett is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor licensed in NY, CT VT, FL, UT, SC, NM and IA with extensive experience developing, leading and delivering evidence based behavioral health care. She co-founded Octave, a modern mental health practice, worked to established mental health services at One Medical and Atlantic Health System and currently develops and leads the behavioral health services at Galileo. She integrates wellness and research-based techniques to help patients manage various issues including depression, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, life transitions and relationships.
Kristen Scarlett is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor licensed in NY, CT VT, FL, UT, SC, NM and IA with extensive experience developing, leading and delivering evidence based behavioral health care. She co-founded Octave, a modern mental health practice, worked to established mental health services at One Medical and Atlantic Health System and currently develops and leads the behavioral health services at Galileo. She integrates wellness and research-based techniques to help patients manage various issues including depression, anxiety, insomnia, OCD, life transitions and relationships.
I am committed to delivering caring, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate care to children and adolescents. My prior experiences within the non-profit sector have enriched my understanding of trauma and resilience while also strengthening my commitment to providing inclusive and compassionate care. I aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment where clients can feel understood, supported, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
I am committed to delivering caring, culturally responsive, and developmentally appropriate care to children and adolescents. My prior experiences within the non-profit sector have enriched my understanding of trauma and resilience while also strengthening my commitment to providing inclusive and compassionate care. I aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment where clients can feel understood, supported, and empowered throughout their healing journey.
Therapy for mental health can be made more inviting and less daunting by shifting the focus from a strictly "clinical" approach to one that is more interactive, creative, and partnership-based. Incorporating elements such as humor, art, and engaging tools can significantly lower anxiety and accelerate the development of trust.
I promise not to just sit and say 'and how does that make you feel' for 50 minutes. We can absolutely do that, but we can also laugh, breathe, and find some sanity in the chaos.
Therapy for mental health can be made more inviting and less daunting by shifting the focus from a strictly "clinical" approach to one that is more interactive, creative, and partnership-based. Incorporating elements such as humor, art, and engaging tools can significantly lower anxiety and accelerate the development of trust.
I promise not to just sit and say 'and how does that make you feel' for 50 minutes. We can absolutely do that, but we can also laugh, breathe, and find some sanity in the chaos.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
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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What are the benefits of in-person therapy?
In-person therapy offers several benefits that some people find highly valuable for their mental health treatment. Being present in the same room as your therapist can create a stronger sense of connection and allow for more nuanced communication through body language. Some people may also find it easier to focus in therapy when they are in a dedicated space and away from potential distractions related to home or work; attending an in-person session provides a clear boundary between therapy time and the rest of your life. For certain therapeutic approaches, such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), exposure therapy, or somatic therapy, being in person may be particularly important, as these therapies benefit from the therapist being able to observe and respond to a client’s physical cues effectively. Additionally, some individuals simply feel more comfortable discussing sensitive or painful topics when they are face-to-face with their therapist rather than on a screen.
When should I choose in-person therapy over online therapy?
In-person therapy may be a better choice when you need a structured therapeutic environment separate from your daily life, when you find it difficult to focus or feel comfortable in an online setting, or when privacy at home is a concern. It may also be more appropriate if you are dealing with severe mental health symptoms that require close monitoring or if your therapy involves approaches that rely heavily on observing physical cues. On the other hand, if convenience, scheduling flexibility, or access to specialists outside your immediate area are priorities, online therapy may be a better fit. Many therapists offer both options, so you can also discuss with a provider which format might work best for your specific situation.
How do I find an in-person therapist?
You can use Psychology Today's therapist directory to find an in-person therapist in your area. You can search by location, insurance accepted, specialty areas, therapeutic approaches, and other criteria to narrow down providers who meet your needs. Each therapist profile includes information about their credentials, areas of expertise, and whether they offer in-person sessions. Once you have identified potential therapists, you can contact them directly through the directory to schedule an initial consultation and determine whether they are a good fit before committing to ongoing treatment. When reaching out, it can be helpful to confirm their availability for in-person appointments, their office location, and whether they accept your insurance.


