Therapists in Westport, CT

Often making the decision to seek professional help is not an easy one. I understand and respect the difficulties that individuals and families face coming to a therapist; whether it is for the first time, or other clinicians and modalities have been tired before. I do not believe in a "one treatment fits all approach" and use different approaches to work on interpersonal skills development, coping skills training, relationships, parenting, anxiety and depression management, and personal growth. I enjoy working with clients of all ages, who are motivated to make changes to meet their own personal treatment goals.

I work to nurture hope, strength and healing for clients of many cultures and backgrounds. Combining talk therapy with body awareness helps clients move forward with fuller energy.

Have you noticed spiraling thoughts, irritable mood, or trouble in relationships? Do mundane tasks feel exhausting? Do you have goals you want to accomplish, but feel you are hitting a wall? When managing life's challenges, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and lost. Whether you're a child, teenager or adult, I am here to support you and address the obstacles that are standing in your way.

Knowing ourselves is the beginning of all wisdom. Should you be searching for a safe and supportive environment to seek insight on yourself, your child and/or your family my practice of Insight Therapy and Assessment welcomes you. I offer an open, non judgmental yet analytical style that allows my clients to identify what's not working in their lives and replace with what better can. Therapeutic insight rooted in CBT/DBT/ACT foundations will allow for you to better deal with conflict, adapt through change, cope with misfortune, establish healthy relationships and ultimately improve upon and embrace the best version of yourself.

I am a seasoned clinician of 25 years providing support to individuals, adolescents, families and couples struggling with substance use & co-occurring disorders, trauma/ grief and family/marital conflicts using evidence-based methods; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT). I facilitate therapeutic interventions, construct treatment plans and identify services if needed. I am prepared to meet your needs providing both in-person and virtual sessions. I practice with a deep level of empathy, an extensive knowledge base and a core desire to help my clients meet their desired goals.

Welcome! We all have a story. Over the last 28 years, I've had the honor of learning of my client's life stories in all of their beautiful complexities from their successes to difficulties. Through an eclectic approach, I enjoy working with clients as they endeavor to rewrite the parts of their life that they have identified as challenging or burdensome. I am passionate about mental health and wellness and I am dedicated to guiding my clients toward self-discovery. Whether you are new to therapy or returning for an encore, let's start the new chapter of your story. Please feel free to contact me for a consultation.

Hi and welcome! I'm so glad you're here and I can't wait to potentially work with you! Let me tell you a little bit more about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I focus on approaching each client individually so that you each receive support tailored to your specific needs that allow you to reach your own goals.  My focus is in working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families. I truly believe that my past experiences of working in community, outpatient, and school settings will allow me to successfully support you through any of life's transitions.

Are you having a hard time navigating the world right now? Have you felt like the past three years have pushed you to the edge of your patience? Are your kids acting out or socially suffering from the aftermath of the pandemic and learning from home? Everyone is affected by our current events, but if you are struggling daily and need someone to talk to, I am happy to help you. From depression and anxiety, to parenting, to teens having trouble socializing and coping, I have the resources and experience to maneuver through these turbulent times. I'm so glad you've decided to seek out help.

You find yourself worrying about your child. Simple requests often lead to big outbursts. When your child gets upset, it takes her a long time to calm down. Playing with others usually ends in conflict and tears. You raise your voice just to get your child to listen. You are tired of arguing. Behavior charts and time outs don’t seem to work. You wonder, is this normal? Is it this hard for everyone? What else could I be doing?

This world is tough, and everyone has a story; usually one of resilience, compassion, and courage – even if you struggle to see it in yourself. If there is something in your story that feels “stuck”, or if part of your story still affects you to this day in ways that just do not work for you, come share it with me. As your therapist (aka professional secret keeper) I will work with you to help find meaning, peace, and a better understanding of your own personal journey.

Whether it is anxiety, depression, recovery or life transitions that lead you to seek help, I believe everyone can benefit from the insights and tools counseling provides. We carry the answers to our problems however often need unbiased help and support sifting through options and external messages, and tools to support change. I would welcome the opportunity to work together with you to identify and address your challenges and help you move forward to a better place.

Clients who most benefit working with me would describe themselves as people with big hearts who would do anything for those they love. They’d say they have perfectionist tendencies and strive to be high achievers, but also carry the worry they're either not enough or a disappointment to others. They often struggle to keep emotions pushed down because they don't want to burden anyone with complicated feelings. If you’re noticing your thoughts and feelings are interfering with your ability to love, work, play, and nurture yourself, I can help you gain greater insight and new tools to bring about the change you’re craving.

I am accepting clients for in-person or virtual therapy. My clients are looking for a "young" therapist who "gets it" without needing to explain what it's like to be their age. Clients I work with often state: "I feel worried" or "I am confused or stressed out by social situations" or "I have moments where I feel overwhelmed by anger, sadness, or worry." I work with children, adolescents & adults who have a variety of different challenges including anxiety, social challenges, mood dysregulation, ADHD (neurodiverse) and other common challenges. I offer a warm, and solution focused space to support clients in reducing symptoms.

Hello and thank you for looking at my profile. I hope to be a resource for you to help you reach your personal goals. Anxiety, trauma, life-stressors, addiction, men's issues, and couples conflict are just a few of my specialties.

My clients are typically school-aged children as young as 5, preteens, adolescents, young adults, and women of any age with complex trauma. Topics that may bring clients to see me include those suffering from anxiety, depression, self-harm, trauma, grief, family disruptions, and much more.

Are you a teen or young adult struggling with anxiety, stress, or school issues? Are these issues impacting your life, relationships, or education? If so, now may be the time to connect with the therapist that can help. We can work together to ensure better days are ahead! With nearly a decade of counseling experience, I help teens and young adults struggling with life’s transitions due to anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma. I am a strong believer in the collaborative process.

You're looking at this page for a reason, it's time to do the work needed, take action and make your mental health a priority! I would be grateful to be a part of your journey as others were there for my own journey. I specialize in addiction, anxiety and depression, I study and focus specifically on these areas so I can provide high quality individualized treatment. As people we all create patterns in our early life that protect us, at some point these patterns or behaviors become unhelpful and are no longer needed yet cause consistent struggles. After becoming aware of our patterns, we can begin to challenge and change them.

Ellie provides mental health services for all ages. Offering individual therapy, couples counseling, and family therapy. We have an amazing team of therapists to meet the needs of a wide variety of mental health needs with decades of experience in the field. We have a brand new cozy office space situated in the heart of Fairfield, Connecticut. Whether it is your first experience with therapy, or you've had services in the past, we welcome you to Ellie and can't wait to get started.

Stephanie is a graduate from the University of St. Thomas with a Master's in Social Work and a Bachelor's in Psychology from North Dakota State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and is EMDR trained. She works primarily with adolescents, young adults, and adults. Stephanie is skilled in and enjoys supporting individuals who are struggling with life transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, medical issues, chronic and terminal illness, grief, and difficult relationships.