Licensed to practice in Connecticut and accepts 10 insurances. Specializes in Addiction / Substance Use, Anger Management, Attachment Issues and 10 more.
Justin Scott
(he/him)
New to Grow
About me
Dr. Justin Scott, LMFT, provides highly qualified psychotherapy services grounded in compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to helping clients create meaningful change. He offers a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where individuals and couples can openly explore challenges, strengthen relationships, and develop practical strategies for personal growth. Dr. Scott utilizes a collaborative and solution-focused approach that recognizes each client’s unique strengths, experiences, and goals. His clinical work emphasizes building resilience, improving communication, managing emotional challenges, and creating healthier patterns in relationships and everyday life. Through evidence-informed interventions and individualized treatment, Dr. Scott works alongside clients to identify achievable goals and develop lasting skills that support emotional well-being. Whether navigating anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or personal growth, clients can expect thoughtful, respectful, and highly qualified therapeutic support throughout their journey.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
My ideal clients value a therapeutic experience where they can feel supported, challenged, and comfortable being themselves. I believe therapy can include moments of humor and genuine connection while still creating space for meaningful reflection and personal growth. Clients can expect a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment where they are encouraged to explore difficult topics at a pace that feels productive. I strive to challenge clients thoughtfully, helping them consider new perspectives, recognize patterns, and move beyond barriers that may be limiting their progress. At the same time, I want therapy to feel engaging and human, allowing room for laughter and authentic conversation throughout the process. My goal is for clients to leave sessions feeling heard, supported, appropriately challenged, and empowered to continue creating positive change in their lives.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Dr. Justin Scott, LMFT, is a solution-focused therapist who strives to provide thoughtful insight while helping clients create meaningful and individualized change. He recognizes that every client brings unique experiences, strengths, relationships, and goals into the therapeutic process. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, Dr. Scott collaborates with clients to identify solutions that reflect their specific needs and desired outcomes. His therapeutic style encourages clients to gain greater insight into patterns, recognize existing strengths, and discover new possibilities for growth. Through practical strategies and purposeful conversations, he helps clients translate insight into achievable steps toward the changes they want to experience. Dr. Scott’s goal is to create a supportive and empowering therapeutic environment where each client can pursue outcomes that are meaningful, sustainable, and uniquely their own.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to make meaningful progress and is open to exploring new perspectives about themselves, their relationships, and their experiences. I enjoy working with clients who value insight and are willing to make connections between past experiences, current patterns, and future goals. Therapy with me is a collaborative process where curiosity, reflection, and practical action come together to support positive change. My ideal client does not need to have all the answers, but is willing to engage in the process and consider new ways of understanding challenges. I strive to help clients turn meaningful insights into practical strategies that promote confidence, independence, and lasting personal growth. Together, we work toward unique and achievable outcomes that reflect each client’s individual strengths, values, and vision for their life.
Specialties
Top specialties
Addiction / Substance Use
Anger Management
Attachment Issues
Other specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Autism
Burnout
Career Counseling
Childhood / Intergenerational Trauma
Codependency
Couples Counseling
Depression
Dissociative Disorders
Identifies as
Hispanic / Latinx
LGBTQ
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
Connecticut
Accepts
Arlo
Cash - $120 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Tufts Health/Cigna
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT to help clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and actions can influence the challenges they face. Together, he and his clients identify patterns that may be getting in the way of their goals and explore healthier ways of responding. He helps clients practice practical strategies they can use in everyday situations to make positive changes. The goal is to help clients feel more confident, make progress, and develop skills they can continue using on their own.