Bipolar Disorder Therapists in Westport, CT

My therapy journey has certainly not been an ordinary one. Twelve years ago, I made the decision to pack up my whole life into one suitcase and move from South Africa to the US, where I now have a beautiful family and a career that I love and care deeply for. I started out as an actor in NYC (I even had a few small bit parts here and there on TV), but I quickly realized that what I adore more than being on stage is working with clients 1:1 and seeing them thrive! I strive to make each and every client I work with feel seen, heard, understood, and cared for.

Are you feeling stuck in your life? Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships? We create a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your behaviors, feelings and beliefs. We help you to become more connected with your intuition and gain clarity and awareness to live a more fulfilling life. Whether couples therapy, individual counseling, family therapy, or behavioral issues in children, our team of therapists can help. We work with young children, adolescents and adults and treat a variety of issues.

Patrick received his Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University Graduate School of Social Services and is licensed in both Connecticut and New York. He is a former first responder and Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He has experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar , and suicidal ideations. Cognitive Processing Therapy used for treating trauma and Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality used to treat and reduce suicidality. Patrick enjoys using a strength based and client centered approach to therapy and most commonly uses CBT and DBT in his practice.

I can help you transform challenges into lasting solutions! Let me help you find the resources to have deeper, more satisfying relationships in life. I will listen deeply and non-judgmentally. I will help you discover and dismantle blocks to your relationship success.

Are you feeling like there are issues you want to work on in your life, but you don’t know where to start? You’re not alone. Together, we can work on building a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship so that we can explore and work through your most distressing issues. I am dedicated to assisting my clients in identifying their goals, turning these goals into action, harnessing their strengths, learning new coping skills, and assisting with the transformation as people with difficulties rediscover a sense of momentum, all while using a caring, empathetic, and compassionate approach.

“Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or loss of a relationship, self esteem, social anxiety, a medical condition or a work related issue; you should know there is always hope and choice for a better quality of life.” Focusing on treating the whole person, promoting positivity, leadership and assertiveness, change management, mind/body and environmental awareness. Incorporating stress management, conflict resolution, mindfulness, meditation, nutrition and movement.

My approach to therapy is practical With over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults I focus my energy with clients on the present. I help my clients identify their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are creating difficulties for them. I will help you use skills you already have or develop new techniques for managing difficulties in your life. If issues from the past are keeping you from managing your present life we will work together to neutralize issues from the past, so you can manage current life stresses with current, more effective techniques.

Do you often feel sad? Lonely? Anxious? Or just unsatisfied with the way your life is going in certain areas? Do you sometimes feel stuck in negative thoughts? I can help you to break through, to move towards your goals and feel better. I will be with you all the way, to encourage you, guide you, and help you reach your genuine happy self.

I am passionate about working with individuals who are working towards finding their truth. I help clients to take steps forward, have tough conversations, and live life fully. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, and help clients experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship related issues, and life transitions by utilizing CBT and reality therapy techniques. I bring to the table strong experience assisting clients through transitions and transformations of many kinds.

Hello! I am currently working remote only. I am licensed in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Florida. I take a supportive and goal oriented approach to working with my clients. I believe that treatment should consist of not only addressing the symptoms that are causing problems in your life, but also digging deeper and gaining an understanding of the root of the challenges that you are facing.

I'm a licensed couple's and family therapist focused on relational conflict, couple's distress, life transitions and specialize in treating anxiety disorders. My experience includes work as a Supervisor at a Community Mental Health Agency and Clinical Experience at St Vincent's Hospital IOP. I'm a Certified Divorce and Family Mediator and I practice Discernment Counseling for those on the brink of Divorce. I understand life can be overwhelming at times and often patient's feel disconnected and lonely. My work is caring and collaborative and I strive to therapeutically uncover the negative patterns that keep patient's stuck in distress.

If you are looking for a therapist who is warm, insightful, trustworthy and effective, I would like to offer assistance. It has been my life's work to connect with adults, teens and children and help them move through challenging life transitions to solutions that work. With many years of experience, I am able to offer a broad range of therapies. In an environment where clients feel heard and understood, I have seen heart-warming results as adults achieve their goals, as couples build new and better relationships, and as children and adolescents become more effective and comfortable within themselves.

Are you struggling with figuring out what is next and trying to make some life decisions? Are you seemingly stuck, feeling like you need to "get it together" or just haven't been your happiest self? Would you like your relationships to be more meaningful and fulfilling? I offer 20+ years of solution focused, therapeutic excellence to help resolve issues that create anxiety and worry. Areas of emphasis within my practice include, but are not limited to: stress management, infidelity, communication skills, women's issues, assertiveness training, self-esteem, confidence building, conflict resolution, parenting, career and life transitions, sexual dysfunction, anxiety, depression and substance abuse.

The benefits of therapy have everything to do with the connection between client and therapist. As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I work hard to create an atmosphere where clients can comfortably explore difficulties and concerns in their lives and with their loves. My approach to working with individuals, couples and families is focused on maintaining an empathetic, non-judgemental environment, with much attention paid to sustainable solutions in support of the client's goals.

Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point in their lives. I specialize in supporting patients and their loved ones as they navigate complex illnesses such as chronic Lyme Disease and tick borne illnesses. I am a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and help patients, couples and families who are impacted by addiction and co-occurring mental health issues. It is important to me that my patients feel they can safely express their emotions and receive supportive feedback in a nonjudgmental manner. I would like to help you develop life-long coping strategies and achieve a better quality of life.

Please Note: I am now accepting Husky/Medicaid! The objective of my practice is to provide a dynamic transition solution, which bridges clinical and psycho-educational approaches in an effort to optimize your potential to experience recovery as both attainable and sustainable. By creating an integrated model, drawn from multiple recovery communities and orientations, I am in the unique position to provide support and planning for individuals transitioning through the recovery process. By individually tailoring your therapeutic work and maintaining consistent contact, I can assist you in creating a healthy ability to independently navigate through the wide range of all of your daily living activities.

I utilize a collaborative approach to help my clients work toward identified goals. You are the expert on your own life, and in turn are the most important tool in your own healing process. If you're struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, grief or if you want to work through your PTSD, please reach out and schedule a session with me. I utilize several treatment modalities, including CBT, Narrative Therapy, and I take a strengths-based approach to treatment.

I am very passionate and devoted to helping adults, adolescents and families find a peaceful and empowering path to a greater quality of life. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior and Trauma Therapy. The use of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is to strike a balance between validation (acceptance) of who you are, your challenges and the benefits of working towards change in “creating a life worth living”. I believe in treating the whole person (mind, body, soul) and the importance of understanding the messages we receive from our body, function of emotions and thoughts.