Therapists in Westport, CT

My one goal is to help you live an authentically joyful and fulfilling life. Anxiety and depression might be reasons for considering therapy but we often ignore or fail to recognize experiences of trauma. Unresolved trauma results in emotions and bodily feelings that keep you "stuck" in your life. Personal tragedies can cause trauma but trauma is also the cumulative result of every day stressors, such as COVID, relationship issues, employment, FOMO, and social media use. As a result, we may then experience negative emotional states that cause us to get pulled into unproductive and even harmful relationships and social situations.
My one goal is to help you live an authentically joyful and fulfilling life. Anxiety and depression might be reasons for considering therapy but we often ignore or fail to recognize experiences of trauma. Unresolved trauma results in emotions and bodily feelings that keep you "stuck" in your life. Personal tragedies can cause trauma but trauma is also the cumulative result of every day stressors, such as COVID, relationship issues, employment, FOMO, and social media use. As a result, we may then experience negative emotional states that cause us to get pulled into unproductive and even harmful relationships and social situations.

My practice is dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy to individuals and families seeking support, while fostering a safe, comforting, and collaborative environment. I have advanced training in a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), Family-Based Treatment (FBT), and Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-E), allowing me to offer tailored care that meets each client's unique needs.
My practice is dedicated to providing evidence-based therapy to individuals and families seeking support, while fostering a safe, comforting, and collaborative environment. I have advanced training in a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), Family-Based Treatment (FBT), and Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT-E), allowing me to offer tailored care that meets each client's unique needs.

Mel Schwartz Westport, CT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPHIL
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
I devote myself to helping people people through life transitions such as relationship, divorce, anxiety, depression and career issues. I am very passionate about my work and devote all of my intellect, experience and caring to assist my clients. My work in relationships is at the core of my passion and I have developed an effective and solution oriented approach to relationship challenges.My new book is The Possibility Principle: How Quantum Physics Can Improve the Way You Think, Live and Love (Sounds True, Fall2017).
I devote myself to helping people people through life transitions such as relationship, divorce, anxiety, depression and career issues. I am very passionate about my work and devote all of my intellect, experience and caring to assist my clients. My work in relationships is at the core of my passion and I have developed an effective and solution oriented approach to relationship challenges.My new book is The Possibility Principle: How Quantum Physics Can Improve the Way You Think, Live and Love (Sounds True, Fall2017).

I believe that helping individuals and families heal both physically and emotionally allows for changes in behavior and relationships. I am truly invested in helping ease the pain of those individuals in personal struggles through the realities of life. My goal is to restore peace and the human spirit within each individual. I work with individuals to reduce conflict, improve communication and relationships, and embrace individual strengths. I feel that a strong therapeutic relationship facilitates trust and growth. Individuals can expect to be treated with respect, compassion and care in a supportive and nurturing therapeutic environment.
I believe that helping individuals and families heal both physically and emotionally allows for changes in behavior and relationships. I am truly invested in helping ease the pain of those individuals in personal struggles through the realities of life. My goal is to restore peace and the human spirit within each individual. I work with individuals to reduce conflict, improve communication and relationships, and embrace individual strengths. I feel that a strong therapeutic relationship facilitates trust and growth. Individuals can expect to be treated with respect, compassion and care in a supportive and nurturing therapeutic environment.

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.

Staff Clinician at Perennial Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westport, CT 06880
As a licensed clinical social worker, I always work to meet the client where they are. I value strong relationships with my clients that involve warmth, trust, and collaboration. I believe in joining with every client, respectfully and without judgment, to improve the nature of their relationships, better understand their hardships, and cope with stress.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I always work to meet the client where they are. I value strong relationships with my clients that involve warmth, trust, and collaboration. I believe in joining with every client, respectfully and without judgment, to improve the nature of their relationships, better understand their hardships, and cope with stress.

Michelle Minogue
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel discouraged, anxious, or just unable to feel better? Do you ever get stuck in your thoughts or worry that you aren't good enough? Experiencing conflict in your relationship? Struggling with adoption issues? Have a family member with special needs? Life presents us with many challenges that can be overwhelming. My priority as a therapist is to provide you with a caring, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where your strengths, unrecognized needs, and goals can be realized. I work with clients on creating meaningful connections, improving self-esteem and confidence, self-care, and achieving overall well-being.
Do you feel discouraged, anxious, or just unable to feel better? Do you ever get stuck in your thoughts or worry that you aren't good enough? Experiencing conflict in your relationship? Struggling with adoption issues? Have a family member with special needs? Life presents us with many challenges that can be overwhelming. My priority as a therapist is to provide you with a caring, compassionate, and non-judgmental environment where your strengths, unrecognized needs, and goals can be realized. I work with clients on creating meaningful connections, improving self-esteem and confidence, self-care, and achieving overall well-being.

Erika Alexia Tsoukanelis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MFA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westport, CT 06880
I believe that we are built to grow and evolve, and that everyone is capable of creating a rich, rewarding life. As a psychotherapist, my job is to help you turn the obstacles that you are now facing into opportunities to learn, change and thrive. How do you want to feel? How do you want to handle challenges? Who do you want surrounding you? What would it take to make you feel as though you were living your best life? I partner with you to answer these questions and work toward releasing all that stands in your way.
I believe that we are built to grow and evolve, and that everyone is capable of creating a rich, rewarding life. As a psychotherapist, my job is to help you turn the obstacles that you are now facing into opportunities to learn, change and thrive. How do you want to feel? How do you want to handle challenges? Who do you want surrounding you? What would it take to make you feel as though you were living your best life? I partner with you to answer these questions and work toward releasing all that stands in your way.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and for the past 11 years I have been working with adults, adolescents and families with a variety of issues ranging from eating disorders, family/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual identity exploration, couples work or just navigating life’s transitions. I have worked as a Family Therapist in residential and outpatient eating disorder settings such as Center for Discovery and Monte Nido and Affiliates and have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults suffering from eating disorders and supporting them and their families.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist and for the past 11 years I have been working with adults, adolescents and families with a variety of issues ranging from eating disorders, family/relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual identity exploration, couples work or just navigating life’s transitions. I have worked as a Family Therapist in residential and outpatient eating disorder settings such as Center for Discovery and Monte Nido and Affiliates and have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults suffering from eating disorders and supporting them and their families.

At Courtney Carey Psychotherapy, I meet people at the intersection of challenge and opportunity. Mental health and life challenges may leave us feeling frustrated and hopeless at times. I am honored to connect with people in this vulnerable place. I can help you, and/or your child, to build resilience amidst life’s inevitable adversities. The most difficult challenges, combined with expert guidance and concrete skills, can make us stronger and more confident to approach life with purpose and meaning.
At Courtney Carey Psychotherapy, I meet people at the intersection of challenge and opportunity. Mental health and life challenges may leave us feeling frustrated and hopeless at times. I am honored to connect with people in this vulnerable place. I can help you, and/or your child, to build resilience amidst life’s inevitable adversities. The most difficult challenges, combined with expert guidance and concrete skills, can make us stronger and more confident to approach life with purpose and meaning.

As a former educator in the public school system, I bring a wealth of experience and passion to my work as a behavioral therapist. My journey has taught me the importance of understanding and addressing the diverse needs of children of all ages and backgrounds. I am deeply committed to providing compassionate support and guidance to help children overcome behavioral challenges and thrive. With a genuine love for working with young minds, I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those I serve as a behavioral therapist.
As a former educator in the public school system, I bring a wealth of experience and passion to my work as a behavioral therapist. My journey has taught me the importance of understanding and addressing the diverse needs of children of all ages and backgrounds. I am deeply committed to providing compassionate support and guidance to help children overcome behavioral challenges and thrive. With a genuine love for working with young minds, I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those I serve as a behavioral therapist.
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I believe that understanding and acceptance of yourself - your feelings, your values, your needs - are key to personal growth and the ability to face life's challenges. Finding the right fit with a therapist who understands you and your unique experience in the world is so important.
I believe that understanding and acceptance of yourself - your feelings, your values, your needs - are key to personal growth and the ability to face life's challenges. Finding the right fit with a therapist who understands you and your unique experience in the world is so important.

I am a licensed psychologist located in Westport, Connecticut. My clients tend to come to therapy because they are experiencing challenges in their life and feel they need professional support. I work collaboratively with clients to help form coping strategies, identify patterns, and foster self-compassion and confidence. In addition to providing therapeutic services, I provide psychological evaluation for issues related to neurodivergence (i.e., ADHD and autism spectrum disorder) as a part of my practice.
I am a licensed psychologist located in Westport, Connecticut. My clients tend to come to therapy because they are experiencing challenges in their life and feel they need professional support. I work collaboratively with clients to help form coping strategies, identify patterns, and foster self-compassion and confidence. In addition to providing therapeutic services, I provide psychological evaluation for issues related to neurodivergence (i.e., ADHD and autism spectrum disorder) as a part of my practice.

I believe that every person has the right to live a happy, healthy and purposeful life. There are times when challenges get in the way of this. Happiness is not a straight trajectory, there are twists and turns and sometimes barriers that get in the way. I feel my purpose is to walk and support my client on their path of self discovery and assist them in acquiring skills that leads to life long changes. Self discovery and self empowerment is the key to change. I hold a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore themselves. Healing is like peeling an onion with many layers. We are complex.
I believe that every person has the right to live a happy, healthy and purposeful life. There are times when challenges get in the way of this. Happiness is not a straight trajectory, there are twists and turns and sometimes barriers that get in the way. I feel my purpose is to walk and support my client on their path of self discovery and assist them in acquiring skills that leads to life long changes. Self discovery and self empowerment is the key to change. I hold a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore themselves. Healing is like peeling an onion with many layers. We are complex.

Are you new to therapy, and looking for the most advanced neuroscience-based interventions available? Or, have you tried talk therapy and made progress, but ultimately felt that it wasn’t enough? Have you returned to using alcohol or other drugs despite your best efforts in recovery? What if there were a way of reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, trauma, and attention problems that could complement talk therapy? A new approach to treatment called Neurofeedback yields promising results of this nature.
Are you new to therapy, and looking for the most advanced neuroscience-based interventions available? Or, have you tried talk therapy and made progress, but ultimately felt that it wasn’t enough? Have you returned to using alcohol or other drugs despite your best efforts in recovery? What if there were a way of reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts, trauma, and attention problems that could complement talk therapy? A new approach to treatment called Neurofeedback yields promising results of this nature.

Hello, and thanks for visiting my page. I'm a clinical psychologist available for individual therapy with children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking support in dealing with anxiety, life stressors, or emotional struggles. I also conduct comprehensive evaluations for children and adolescents to provide answers and recommendations for ADHD, learning problems, and social-emotional issues. Additionally, I am able to provide support for children from toddlerhood through adolescence, through parent consultation, to help families understand how best to manage challenging behaviors and foster loving relationships.
Hello, and thanks for visiting my page. I'm a clinical psychologist available for individual therapy with children, adolescents, and adults who are seeking support in dealing with anxiety, life stressors, or emotional struggles. I also conduct comprehensive evaluations for children and adolescents to provide answers and recommendations for ADHD, learning problems, and social-emotional issues. Additionally, I am able to provide support for children from toddlerhood through adolescence, through parent consultation, to help families understand how best to manage challenging behaviors and foster loving relationships.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CT, NY, CA with 40+ years of experience. My areas of expertise are counseling couples and individuals who are experiencing relationship distress and intimacy issues. I provide insight and perspective that helps you resolve your problems while creating a trusting and safe environment. My work is client centered and collaborative using a systemic approach to facilitate change. I focus on process, attachment needs and emotions in order to deepen your experience in therapy. I find success using a relational attachment perspective for healing. My Website www.brennertherapy.com.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CT, NY, CA with 40+ years of experience. My areas of expertise are counseling couples and individuals who are experiencing relationship distress and intimacy issues. I provide insight and perspective that helps you resolve your problems while creating a trusting and safe environment. My work is client centered and collaborative using a systemic approach to facilitate change. I focus on process, attachment needs and emotions in order to deepen your experience in therapy. I find success using a relational attachment perspective for healing. My Website www.brennertherapy.com.

I have been providing psychotherapeutic treatment to children, adolescents, adults and families for over 20 years. My practice includes treatment for adjustment to life's challenges, anxiety, depression, along with developmental and autism spectrum disorders.
I have been providing psychotherapeutic treatment to children, adolescents, adults and families for over 20 years. My practice includes treatment for adjustment to life's challenges, anxiety, depression, along with developmental and autism spectrum disorders.

I assist my clients in moving from "Crisis To Capacity" with my approach, "The 5 Steps To Healthy Change." For CHILDREN: Adjustment therapy, behavioral and social skills training. For ADOLESCENTS: Managing the stressors and pressures of school, dating, family, and career. With ADULTS: Enhancing self-esteem, changing unhealthy life patterns and building successful personal, professional, parental, social and family lives. Expertise in supporting/sponsoring the CREATIVE PERSONALITY. For COUPLES: Communication skills and the reconfiguration of intimate partnerships for more satisfying relationships. With FAMILIES: Relationship dynamics, interpersonal skills and strategies to develop a stronger/healthier family culture.
I assist my clients in moving from "Crisis To Capacity" with my approach, "The 5 Steps To Healthy Change." For CHILDREN: Adjustment therapy, behavioral and social skills training. For ADOLESCENTS: Managing the stressors and pressures of school, dating, family, and career. With ADULTS: Enhancing self-esteem, changing unhealthy life patterns and building successful personal, professional, parental, social and family lives. Expertise in supporting/sponsoring the CREATIVE PERSONALITY. For COUPLES: Communication skills and the reconfiguration of intimate partnerships for more satisfying relationships. With FAMILIES: Relationship dynamics, interpersonal skills and strategies to develop a stronger/healthier family culture.
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Number of Therapists in Westport, CT
600+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Westport, CT who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
80% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Self Esteem |
70% | Coping Skills |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
63% | Family Conflict |
Average years in practice
16 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
66% | Aetna |
59% | Cigna and Evernorth |
58% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Westport, CT see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
83% | Female | |
17% | Male |