Debbie Shillingford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW (she, her)
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Let's Connect (203) 408-6483
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, or major life transitions make it hard to catch your breath — especially if you’re navigating pregnancy, postpartum changes, or supporting a child with intellectual or learning disabilities. With 20+ years of experience, I offer a calm, steady space where you can feel understood, supported, and never judged. Together, we’ll explore your story with compassion, build insight, and help you move toward healing, confidence, and the sense of possibility you deserve.
I support clients from diverse cultures facing anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, substance use, intellectual or learning disabilities, and prenatal or postpartum stress. My person‑centered approach offers a safe, caring, nonjudgmental space where you can express yourself freely and work toward meaningful goals.
If you’re ready to explore your story with compassion and without judgment, I’m here to walk alongside you. You deserve a space where you can grow, heal, and feel understood. Reach out when you’re ready—Embrace Your Path and take your next step forward.
Call or Email Debbie Shillingford now for a free 15 minute consultation - (203) 408-6483
Let's Connect (203) 408-6483
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $225
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Aetna EAP
- Anthem
- Anthem EAP
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Cigna EAP
- Cigna Medicare
- ConnectiCare
- CuraLinc Healthcare
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Harvard Pilgrim
- HUSKY Health
- Lyra Health
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Optum
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Debbie Shillingford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (203) 408-6483
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Connecticut / 007937 Debbie Shillingford
- In Practice for 11 years
- Attended Fordham University, Graduated 2005
- Certificate from NASW 2003
- Certificate from PostPartum Support International / PSI 2016
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Debbie Shillingford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (203) 408-6483
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Expertise
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Developmental Disorders
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Intellectual Disability
- Life Coaching
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Women's Issues
Debbie Shillingford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (203) 408-6483
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Lesbian Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Lesbian Allied ,
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Debbie Shillingford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (203) 408-6483
Location
Nearby Areas
Debbie Shillingford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (203) 408-6483