Therapists in West Hartford, CT

Are you living your best life? Do you feel like you’re missing something or just missing out? Old habits holding you back? Did you recently experience a loss of a loved one? Let Dave help you. Dr. Hovey’s unique approach and his skills as a life coach, inspirational speaker, and psychotherapist are revealed in each session. Dave is compassionate and deeply committed to his client's well-being and progress. His process of therapy creates a container of appreciation, energy for change, and practical steps for applying new direction in your life!
Are you living your best life? Do you feel like you’re missing something or just missing out? Old habits holding you back? Did you recently experience a loss of a loved one? Let Dave help you. Dr. Hovey’s unique approach and his skills as a life coach, inspirational speaker, and psychotherapist are revealed in each session. Dave is compassionate and deeply committed to his client's well-being and progress. His process of therapy creates a container of appreciation, energy for change, and practical steps for applying new direction in your life!

Ready to try something different? I'm not like other therapists. I am a follower of No Bullshit Therapy (NBT) (YES, that is a real therapy!), which was developed to engage people who are cynical, suspicious, or unsure of what to expect from counseling and therefore reluctant to seek counseling. Looking to connect in a world filled with stress, relationship issues, anxiety and worry? If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, want to reduce your alcohol or substance use or just stop, I can help you become a better version of who you are.
Ready to try something different? I'm not like other therapists. I am a follower of No Bullshit Therapy (NBT) (YES, that is a real therapy!), which was developed to engage people who are cynical, suspicious, or unsure of what to expect from counseling and therefore reluctant to seek counseling. Looking to connect in a world filled with stress, relationship issues, anxiety and worry? If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, want to reduce your alcohol or substance use or just stop, I can help you become a better version of who you are.
Finding the right mental healthcare can be overwhelming, time consuming and isolating. Cordelia is a mental health consultant who aims to be the guide that is missing during the process of seeking support and staying engaged successfully. By working with Cordelia your time and energy will be conserved so that you can focus on taking care of yourself.
Finding the right mental healthcare can be overwhelming, time consuming and isolating. Cordelia is a mental health consultant who aims to be the guide that is missing during the process of seeking support and staying engaged successfully. By working with Cordelia your time and energy will be conserved so that you can focus on taking care of yourself.

With 30 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, I have successfully treated children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I work with a well-established, multi-disciplinary group of mental health professionals in West Hartford. I treat a range of issues, including adjustment disorders, depression and anxiety, divorce, learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders, dyslexia, and executive function disorders. In my practice, I encourage clients to develop the strategies to make use of their strengths as they reduce distress and manage the obstacles in their lives. I find each person who enters my office to be unique and interesting.
With 30 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, I have successfully treated children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I work with a well-established, multi-disciplinary group of mental health professionals in West Hartford. I treat a range of issues, including adjustment disorders, depression and anxiety, divorce, learning disabilities, attention deficit disorders, dyslexia, and executive function disorders. In my practice, I encourage clients to develop the strategies to make use of their strengths as they reduce distress and manage the obstacles in their lives. I find each person who enters my office to be unique and interesting.

Welcome! I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor in CT since 2014 and implement evidence-based treatments to support clients with a variety of stressors related to life adjustment, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, family and academics. I have specialized training in working with clients from a myriad of backgrounds and presenting issues (anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma and chronic medical issues). While each therapeutic relationship is unique, my typical style includes formation of a positive and collaborative clinical relationship to support client in utilizing therapeutic safe to open about and process
Welcome! I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor in CT since 2014 and implement evidence-based treatments to support clients with a variety of stressors related to life adjustment, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, family and academics. I have specialized training in working with clients from a myriad of backgrounds and presenting issues (anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma and chronic medical issues). While each therapeutic relationship is unique, my typical style includes formation of a positive and collaborative clinical relationship to support client in utilizing therapeutic safe to open about and process

Certain situations in our lives can introduce unfamiliar challenges and worries. If you feel overwhelmed by stress, you might then struggle to make mental health a priority, but neglecting your mental health can put further strain on you and your relationships. As a licensed clinical social worker, I have the tools to support you in relieving some of that stress.
Certain situations in our lives can introduce unfamiliar challenges and worries. If you feel overwhelmed by stress, you might then struggle to make mental health a priority, but neglecting your mental health can put further strain on you and your relationships. As a licensed clinical social worker, I have the tools to support you in relieving some of that stress.

Whether you are starting or continuing on your therapy journey, I am proud of you for taking the steps to do what is best for you! I help teens, emerging adults, and adult clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustments and life transitions. I provide a client-centered and intersectional approach to therapy to make sure clients feel comfortable and at ease as they go through this vulnerable process. I approach my therapy sessions with warmth, compassion, and a sense of humor. If you are looking for a validating, empowering space where you can feel seen and heard, I am here to help support you in reaching your goals.
Whether you are starting or continuing on your therapy journey, I am proud of you for taking the steps to do what is best for you! I help teens, emerging adults, and adult clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustments and life transitions. I provide a client-centered and intersectional approach to therapy to make sure clients feel comfortable and at ease as they go through this vulnerable process. I approach my therapy sessions with warmth, compassion, and a sense of humor. If you are looking for a validating, empowering space where you can feel seen and heard, I am here to help support you in reaching your goals.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, stress, and substance use in individuals, families, and couples. With over seven years of experience in the mental health field, my work has included supporting clients directly, supervising other clinicians, and managing an intensive outpatient program. My approach is tailored to your needs and personality. I avoid a one-size-fits-all method, instead offering a warm and empathetic therapy style that values your individuality.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, stress, and substance use in individuals, families, and couples. With over seven years of experience in the mental health field, my work has included supporting clients directly, supervising other clinicians, and managing an intensive outpatient program. My approach is tailored to your needs and personality. I avoid a one-size-fits-all method, instead offering a warm and empathetic therapy style that values your individuality.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, behavioral issues, child therapy, family conflict, parenting, self-esteem, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. I am passionate about helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families address their unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. I specialize in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, behavioral issues, child therapy, family conflict, parenting, self-esteem, relationship issues, and major life transitions.

Hi there and welcome. I'm so glad you're here. I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I have experience working with children, teens, and young adults as a school social worker. Currently, my passion for working with people has led me to provide mental health services to adults within the therapeutic outpatient setting.
Hi there and welcome. I'm so glad you're here. I'm a licensed clinical social worker. I have experience working with children, teens, and young adults as a school social worker. Currently, my passion for working with people has led me to provide mental health services to adults within the therapeutic outpatient setting.

The fact that you are here and searching for a therapist is a sign of health. My promise is to make a safe place for you and really listen, support, and guide you. I am interested in your uniqueness, your hidden resources, strategies proven to work, mindfulness-based stress reduction, developing trust in one's internal guidance system, and practices that deepen a sense of connection and purpose. Our relationships are like a mirror where we can learn and grow and heal all wounds. When we have difficulties, we have rich opportunities.
The fact that you are here and searching for a therapist is a sign of health. My promise is to make a safe place for you and really listen, support, and guide you. I am interested in your uniqueness, your hidden resources, strategies proven to work, mindfulness-based stress reduction, developing trust in one's internal guidance system, and practices that deepen a sense of connection and purpose. Our relationships are like a mirror where we can learn and grow and heal all wounds. When we have difficulties, we have rich opportunities.

You’ve hit the wall. You can’t do any more, can’t manage your stress and can’t imagine struggling like this for the rest of your life. Things are so unpleasant and uncomfortable that you know you need help, but don’t know where to look or who can provide what you need. You can’t go back to when you were happier, and you can’t move forward like this. You need someone who is going to understand your concerns and can objectively and reassuringly help you feel better.
You’ve hit the wall. You can’t do any more, can’t manage your stress and can’t imagine struggling like this for the rest of your life. Things are so unpleasant and uncomfortable that you know you need help, but don’t know where to look or who can provide what you need. You can’t go back to when you were happier, and you can’t move forward like this. You need someone who is going to understand your concerns and can objectively and reassuringly help you feel better.

I am a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to providing compassionate and client-centered care. My therapeutic approach emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions while working toward their goals. With a focus on empowerment and self-awareness, I guide clients in building resilience, developing healthier coping strategies, and creating a life aligned with their values and strengths.
I am a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to providing compassionate and client-centered care. My therapeutic approach emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practices tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions while working toward their goals. With a focus on empowerment and self-awareness, I guide clients in building resilience, developing healthier coping strategies, and creating a life aligned with their values and strengths.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience in mental health and addiction counseling. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with mental health concerns, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. Throughout my career, I have facilitated both individual and group therapy sessions, offering support in areas such as emotional resilience, relationship challenges, parenting, and recovery from trauma. My expertise extends to psychoeducational groups, including parent education and substance use recovery programs.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience in mental health and addiction counseling. I specialize in working with individuals struggling with mental health concerns, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. Throughout my career, I have facilitated both individual and group therapy sessions, offering support in areas such as emotional resilience, relationship challenges, parenting, and recovery from trauma. My expertise extends to psychoeducational groups, including parent education and substance use recovery programs.

As a trans therapist, I am passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, with a focus on issues surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity. I also specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and low self-esteem.
As a trans therapist, I am passionate about supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, with a focus on issues surrounding sexual orientation and gender identity. I also specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and low self-esteem.

Anxiety and depression are at all-time highs lately, and finding help has gotten very difficult. I am a goal-oriented therapist with 20 years of experience working in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, dissociation, and more. I am looking for clients who want to work to make changes to how they feel and how they live their lives.
Anxiety and depression are at all-time highs lately, and finding help has gotten very difficult. I am a goal-oriented therapist with 20 years of experience working in the areas of trauma, anxiety, depression, dissociation, and more. I am looking for clients who want to work to make changes to how they feel and how they live their lives.

I work with individuals, couples and families to help them identify and address the difficult issues that are standing in the way of the strong, loving relationships they desire. I strive to help all clients establish positive communication skills and stronger relationships. I provide a safe and supportive environment where they can explore and address feelings of hurt or anger and develop goals that will move them toward healing and reconnection.
I work with individuals, couples and families to help them identify and address the difficult issues that are standing in the way of the strong, loving relationships they desire. I strive to help all clients establish positive communication skills and stronger relationships. I provide a safe and supportive environment where they can explore and address feelings of hurt or anger and develop goals that will move them toward healing and reconnection.

Each individual has their own unique journey with mental health, wherever you are on this journey you deserve to experience your life as your best self. Are you finding it hard to relax, feeling overwhelmed by life's hurdles? Is your mind occupied by past trauma and scary situations and are you consumed by a sense of gloom about your future? Is it difficult to form and maintain relationships, or are you lacking enjoyment in your leisure activities? Perhaps you're suffering from a loss and the grief is impacting every aspect of your life in a way that feels consuming.
Each individual has their own unique journey with mental health, wherever you are on this journey you deserve to experience your life as your best self. Are you finding it hard to relax, feeling overwhelmed by life's hurdles? Is your mind occupied by past trauma and scary situations and are you consumed by a sense of gloom about your future? Is it difficult to form and maintain relationships, or are you lacking enjoyment in your leisure activities? Perhaps you're suffering from a loss and the grief is impacting every aspect of your life in a way that feels consuming.

My work is a dynamic blend of all that has profoundly influenced me. My education is in the science of Family Systems and I have 30 years of personal practice and study in Buddhist psychology. My marriage and my relationship with my two young adult children has offered countless teachings and insights into human nature. I am committed to the work of conscious partnerships, mindful parenting, and healing from trauma to live free of anxiety and depression. My work is psychodynamic: integrating psychoanalyic and attachment theories, IFS, contemplative inquiry, meditative practices and relational awareness for healing and happiness.
My work is a dynamic blend of all that has profoundly influenced me. My education is in the science of Family Systems and I have 30 years of personal practice and study in Buddhist psychology. My marriage and my relationship with my two young adult children has offered countless teachings and insights into human nature. I am committed to the work of conscious partnerships, mindful parenting, and healing from trauma to live free of anxiety and depression. My work is psychodynamic: integrating psychoanalyic and attachment theories, IFS, contemplative inquiry, meditative practices and relational awareness for healing and happiness.

My name is Rick Amaral, ACSW, LCSW. Let me begin by fully introducing myself and sharing with you my years of experience as a clinician, manager and director. I have been working with children, teens and adult in many different formats (i.e. individual, family work, group work) for over 30 years in both private practice, as well as with local community mental health agencies. I am also available to provide LCSW supervision to clinicians in the process of acquiring their LCSW hours for exam preparation.
My name is Rick Amaral, ACSW, LCSW. Let me begin by fully introducing myself and sharing with you my years of experience as a clinician, manager and director. I have been working with children, teens and adult in many different formats (i.e. individual, family work, group work) for over 30 years in both private practice, as well as with local community mental health agencies. I am also available to provide LCSW supervision to clinicians in the process of acquiring their LCSW hours for exam preparation.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in West Hartford, CT
700+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in West Hartford, CT who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
73% | Self Esteem |
70% | Relationship Issues |
70% | Coping Skills |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
80% | Aetna |
75% | Cigna and Evernorth |
69% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in West Hartford, CT see their clients
54% | In Person and Online | |
46% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
80% | Female | |
19% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in West Hartford?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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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.