Therapists in Westport, CT

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.

I have a diverse background working with children, adolescents, and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings, in school based health centers, as well as in private practice. My clinical approach is psychodynamic and insight oriented, and I am comfortable working with all types of people and diagnoses. I believe whole heartedly that successful treatment can be life changing and I work in a way that supports my clients while also empowering them to better understand their needs, goals and how to fulfill them.

If you are struggling with being the parent you want to be, having relationship issues or managing anxiety and depression don't go through it alone. I am here to help you work through your concerns with understanding and compassion. Having been through difficulties in my own life I am empathic towards others who are struggling. We will work together to identify unhelpful patterns and how to change them. You will also have a confidential space to think through what is happening so that you can get from where you are to where you want to be. You deserve to have peace of mind and calm in your relationships.

Lift Wellness Group has proudly served as Southwestern Connecticut's premier outpatient counseling, psychotherapy, medical and dietary group for seven years. Located in the heart of downtown Westport, CT, our multidisciplinary team provides eating disorder recovery services, psychiatric evaluations and medication management, dietary services, group therapy, meal support, CBT, DBT, EMDR, executive function coaching, ADHD evaluations and treatment, play therapy, couples counseling, mood and anxiety treatment, therapy for teens, young adult counseling, both in person and remotely in CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.

I help people work through stuck patterns of interaction within themselves and their relationships to realize their desire for personal and relationship growth. Specifically I help couples, women shifting roles, struggling parents, and young adults transitioning from dependence to independence. Although this group may seem eclectic, they all have one thing in common; their ability to work through problems by learning to rely on inherent strength and self-knowledge. Drawing on my clients' unique strength, I guide them down their path to personal growth and connection, which affects not only them, but also everyone with whom they share their life.

I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in treating a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual issues, and career issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from adolescents, adults, parents to executives. I am compassionate, easy to talk to, and real. Whether you are experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck in your career, I can help get your life back on track and reach your full potential. My clients often see a reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.

Are you someone who is struggling with managing the overwhelm of day to day life? Wishing that things could be different, but not having the knowledge or tools to make change. Perhaps you are a parent looking to understand how your own upbringing influences how you show up for your children. Maybe you are looking to feel more connected in your relationships and are having difficulty breaking free from the cycles that no longer serve you or identifying what these cycles are. Maybe you have suffered trauma in your life and that is keeping you from being fully present, embodied and unable to claim the space that you deserve.

Welcome! I bring over 17 years of experience working with children and their families and am passionate about helping to navigate the wonderful, while sometimes confusing and challenging path of parenthood. I work to build a safe and trusting relationship through which change can be supported. Working with caregiver(s) and their child, we create a plan of care with clear goals and treatment interventions based on evidence based practice models. At the core of my work is the child's sense of self and well-being. Together, we will work to better understand your child's inner world and how to best support them.

There are so many different reasons that parents seek support for their children, and choosing a therapist is a very personal decision: Experience, philosophy, a recommendation from a friend, all go into the decision. But, usually, its just a personal connection. In the end, finding the right therapist is about making a connection that feels good and that matches your families personality. I am a hands on, goal oriented person. I will help to identify the problem, and provide the support and help needed to empower you, as the parent, to help your child.

I am a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, and private practice. Adults seeking therapy will find that I work in a collaborative, compassionate manner to help them learn how to manage the many challenges in life.

I do child/adolescent psychotherapy, psychoanalysis and parent work. I see children of all ages, using play therapy with younger children. My approach is insight oriented, in depth work. I have been in practice for over 30 years and have had extensive clinical experience with children and adolescents in all settings: inpatient, residential and outpatient. My practice also includes adult psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. I am comfortable working with all sorts of issues and/or diagnoses. If you are interested, set up a consultation and we can talk about what you want from therapy and how I can help you or your child.

As a licensed psychotherapist I help clients build healthy relationships in multiple aspects of their lives. My approach is grounded in personal values and integrity. A solutions focused approach combines my clinical education, experience in private practice and extensive corporate background. We create a non judgmental atmosphere to achieve your individual long and short term goals. Together we identify patterns that may prevent you from moving forward. As individuals, we are capable of great growth and change. My goal is to help you create positive change so you may experience a more balanced, joyful life.

I am a psychoanalyst and psychotherapist, and have a PhD in clinical social work, with a practice in Westport, CT. I have over 25 years of clinical experience in treating depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and parenting concerns. I also work with grandparents. I see adolescents, adults and couples including non-traditional families, and LGBTQ. Nothing is more important and comforting than feeling understood. No concern is too big or too small to explore. I welcome all feelings. Whether you feel overwhelmed or have feelings, thoughts and behavior patterns that concern you, we will work together to achieve your goals.

I love helping people who are working through some particular life struggles. Life itself is a challenge to be met by all of us, with many obstacles that can get in the way. Sometimes it is difficult to see through the difficulties and navigate the maze of life's problems. I am here to help. I work with everyone in strengthening their personal self-confidence, self-esteem so that each person's potential can be maximized. I enjoy working with people of all ages, no matter what the problem or illness.

Our context changes and how we consciously adapt to these changes becomes a growth opportunity. I see the therapeutic process as an art form; like a sculpture that is carefully crafted by working together. We can transform crisis into opportunity, discover new perspectives and expand our sense of being.

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in children, adolescents and their families who are going through difficult times in their lives-depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, divorce reaction, and behavioral problems. What I love about the work I do is that, although I see people at some of the hardest times in their lives, as we work together, they find the skills, strength and desire to grow and change.

I am a clinical psychologist specializing in trauma treatment with adolescents and adults in Westport, CT. Traditional psychotherapy approaches often come up short in healing trauma, as traumatic memories live in the body. I am a certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and EMDR practitioner. Both modalities that address stuck thoughts, physical sensations and memories related to trauma. If you are someone who has gained valuable insight from psychotherapy but continues to repeat familiar patterns or relive past experiences, these treatments may be helpful to you.

Welcome! I am offering a virtual workshop! Please see details in the image below. Whether you’re starting your self-care journey or setting your child up for success, summer is a great time to work on therapeutic goals! It’s easy to become overwhelmed, get stuck, or not know where to start. Together we can use strategies to move forward. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Psychologist, I use a variety of therapeutic techniques. Additionally I incorporate mindfulness and coping skills to help you increase your ability to manage maladaptive behaviors and reduce feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, and depression.

It’s hard to struggle, and it can be even harder to ask for help. Your decision to seek therapy is a step in the right direction! Caroline Schiff, LCSW (owner/clinician) and Sasha Cabin, LMSW believe all people can heal, grow and improve their lives. In our practice, we have cultivated a safe space for you to do so. We are here to help you find greater balance, feel more empowered, and develop a stronger sense of self. We will work together to identify the areas in your life that you want to improve and create a unique, individualized plan to get there. Whatever your goal is, we we would be honored to join you on your journey.