Licensed to practice in 4 states and accepts 47 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Men's Issues, Trauma and PTSD and 6 more.
Stanford Purnell III
(he/him)
First time in therapy? Or ready to make a real change? It can feel uncomfortable opening up to someone new—but you don’t have to have it all figured out to start. I work with teens, young adults, and millennials—especially men and people of color—who are navigating anxiety, life transitions, and past experiences that may still be impacting them. I focus on creating a space that feels real, supportive, and easy to step into, while helping you better understand yourself, your needs, and build the clarity and confidence to move forward.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask questions about what you’ve been experiencing, what goals you may have for therapy, and any background that may help provide context. There is no pressure to have everything figured out right away—this is simply a space for you to share at your own pace. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, heard, and supported while we begin identifying areas we can work on together. By the end of the session, we will also discuss next steps and what the therapeutic process may look like moving forward.
The treatment methods and tools I utilize
I work collaboratively with my clients to establish specific goals that will guide the therapeutic process. Utilizing a client centered approach, my focus is to meet clients where they are. I am forensic social work certified as well as a certified autism informed professional.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
A big part of my work focuses on trauma—because many of us have experienced things that still shape how we think, feel, and show up in relationships. I help clients understand their triggers, make sense of their experiences, and shift patterns that no longer serve them. My approach is collaborative and centered around you, exploring how your past shows up in the present while building practical tools and a clearer sense of who you are and how you want to move forward.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Men's Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Other specialties
ADHD
Career Counseling
Child or Adolescent
Life Transitions
Racism
Self Esteem
I identify as
Black / African American
Man
Licensed in
Connecticut
Florida
Idaho
Massachusetts
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Florida Blue
Anthem
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Cash - $125 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Florida Blue - Medicare
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
GTEB
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
2 ratings with written reviews
November 12, 2025
Stan has been the best therapist I have ever encountered and should truly be recognized for his assiduous efforts and care for his clients. I am truly grateful for him in this very important time in my life. I look forward to our meetings in the future and even seeing where we both elevate to in our own life goals. Thank you, Stan!
Verified client, age 25-34
October 8, 2025
Stan is a great provider. He is intelligent/knowledgeable, very relaxed and understanding. I enjoy being able to share with him as I can tell he is truly listening and in-tune. He let's me speak my mind and understands a lot about the background I come from. I am very grateful to have found him at this time/process of pure alignment in my life.