Depression Therapists in New Haven, CT
Find the best depression therapists in New Haven, CT. Finding a therapist who specializes in depression can be transformative for managing symptoms, improving mood, and enhancing overall well-being. With 289 verified therapists in New Haven, CT who focus on depression, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy to address persistent sadness, low motivation, and emotional challenges. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist is currently welcoming new clients and has upcoming availability, ensuring timely access to compassionate, specialized support tailored to help you navigate and overcome the complexities of depression.
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Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Couples Counseling
Military/Veterans
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I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that something isn't OK right now. That something might be new, or it might have been around a long time. You might be able to describe it perfectly, or you might just feel off without knowing why. Either way — you're here, and that's the only thing that matters right now.
I start from wherever you are. No assumptions, no judgments, no one-size-fits-all approach. Just a genuine desire to understand you — what's brought you here, what you're carrying, and what you're hoping for.
Therapy with me — whether you're coming alone or with a partner — tends to be honest and occasionally even a little lighthearted. The human experience isn't black and white, and neither is the work we'll do together. What stays consistent is that you'll have a space that belongs to you, where nothing you say or feel changes how I show up for you.
For couples, that space belongs to both of you equally. I don't take sides. What I do is help you see the pattern you're both caught in — because most of the time it's the cycle doing the damage, not each other. When that shifts, something else becomes possible.
No matter what it is you are navigating — depression, relationships, identity, or the gap between how you show up and how you actually feel inside — you don't have to have it figured out to reach out.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Chronic Illness / Medical Issues
+10
I provide counseling for individuals navigating anxiety, panic disorders, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, grief and loss, and personal growth.
I specialize in supporting individuals and family members navigating the emotional challenges that can come with complex medical conditions. With over 7 years of experience working in acute care hospital settings, I have supported individuals and caregivers through some of life’s most difficult and uncertain moments. Whether you are adjusting to life after an accident, coping with a new diagnosis, navigating treatment, or supporting a loved one through illness, I understand how overwhelming it can feel when life suddenly looks different than you expected. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can process what you’re experiencing, find ways to cope with the uncertainty, and feel supported as you navigate what comes next.
Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy, I help clients develop practical coping skills and navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward in a way that feels meaningful to you.
Available
Empowering
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
+9
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CT with over 30 years of experience as a therapist.
I have a BA in theatre and drama and the realized I liked understanding the characters better than playing them. I entered nursing school and after a few years I realized I liked helping the patients in hospital to manage their fears and concerns regarding their medical issues. I then decided to attend graduate school at Southern CT State University to gain my MSW. I then was licensed 2 years after I graduated and received my LCSW. I work with adults 18-65 as well older seniors. I have over 30 years of experience as a therapist helping people to be their best selves, to feel empowered in their lives and to heal.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Empowering
Solution oriented
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
+10
Hello, my name is Famatta Gibson, and I work in the mental health field with a deep passion for supporting individuals on their journey toward emotional well-being and personal growth. My background is in social work, and I focus on creating safe, compassionate, and client-centered spaces where people feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether working through anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I strive to provide evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s unique needs. I’m committed to promoting mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and helping others thrive through holistic and supportive approaches.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Depression
ADHD
Anxiety
+10
’m Stacy-Ann Bailey, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of YourStrength LLC, a mental health therapy and consulting practice. I support adults navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, and personal growth using an individualized approach that incorporates CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and evidence-based interventions. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients can better understand themselves, build confidence, and develop practical tools to move forward.
Available
Empowering
Authentic
Solution oriented
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+10
Are you experiencing a time of transition? Are you facing difficulty with a particular challenge that is impacting your mental health? Are you a person of faith seeking to incorporate your beliefs/spiritual practices in your mental health care plan?
If you answered yes to any of the questions above, I want you to know that you do not have to manage your problems alone.
As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience in faith-based ministries and a Master of Divinity (MDiv), I look forward to creating a welcoming virtual space where you can address barriers and create paths for your mental health and overall wellness.
I am passionate about providing therapy to:
1. First and second-generation people impacted by im/migration, xenophobia, and racism.
2. Adults who struggle with self-worth, anxiety, and a sense of self due to conflict with family of origin or adverse childhood experiences.
3. Millenials and GenZers coping with crises related to employment, career, finances, relationships, boundaries, self-care, transitions and the daily demands of “adulting”.
4. Persons whose faith tradition and background have an impact on their wellbeing, decision-making, lifestyle, and mental health.
Together, we will assess and prioritize needs, identify goals, create a treatment plan, evaluate progress, celebrate success, and make changes as necessary.
I encourage you to reach out for support today. Your mental health matters!
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Intelligent
Open-minded
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Substance Misuse
+7
Hello, I am Margaret a licensed clinical social worker. First, I'd like to say congratulations on taking the step first brave steps to bettering your life. I have spent the past three years working in community mental health with individuals with dual diagnosis provide a safe space and working collaboratively to identify appropriate coping strategies to help improve your lives.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Open-minded
Authentic
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+3
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in relationship dynamics, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. My work is rooted in systems theory, recognizing the impact of family, culture, and environment on emotional well-being.
I utilize approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients strengthen relationships, regulate emotions, and develop practical tools for lasting change.
VirtualAvailable
Empowering
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Career Counseling
+8
Hi, I'm Melissa Mitchell, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I help adults navigate life's challenges with compassion, curiosity, and practical support. Whether you're working through trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or a significant life transition, I strive to create a safe, collaborative space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to move toward the life you want to build.
Available
Intelligent
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Depression
ADHD
Anxiety
+10
Do you struggle with motivation and focus troubles that affects more than just your ability to get your homework done? Do you feel overwhelmed by basic tasks that you can’t seem to get started? Do you ever wonder that life could be better, your mind a little quieter? Now more than ever, young adults are feeling overwhelmed with the life presented to them.
I believe you can find the motivation to get control of your life again. I work primarily with young adults with ADHD and Anxiety and use a person first approach to therapy. We will start with learning how your struggles manifest uniquely in your life. I then will help you by offering behavioral change tools while also working on the deeper ‘why’ that brings you to treatment. I strive to offer a safe, nonjudgmental, and open place, so you can get the help you need.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Intelligent
Specialties
Depression
ADHD
Anxiety
+10
Hello, my name is Julie and I have been in practicing clinical social work for over 20 years. I am dedicated to supporting individuals navigate personal and professional challenges with compassion, clarity and offer practical tools for coping. I blend humor with evidence-based practices. I work with adults ages 18 to 90 plus and families facing concerns such as stress, anxiety, life transitions and relationship issues. I am down to earth and holistic in my approach. My main approach is client centered, collaborative and grounded in evidence- based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy( CBT), strength based therapy and mindfulness techniques to help clients understand and recognize how their thoughts, feelings and behaviors impact the way they think, feel and act. We can use that knowledge to recognize patterns which will help to change your life in a positive way. When you are ready to leave your stress and discomfort behind, I am prepared to help you. Schedule the first session and begin the process. Whether you are seeking support during a difficult time or looking for deeper self awareness I am here to walk alongside of you in this process.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Intelligent
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+3
Hello and welcome! I’m glad you’re here. As a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Connecticut, I’m passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I earned my Master’s degree from the University of Miami, and for the past 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping clients from many different cultural backgrounds. I specialize in guiding adults (18+) who are facing life transitions, anxiety, depression, or stress. I also offer couples counseling, providing a safe, caring space to navigate communication, trust, and intimacy issues together.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Direct
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Men's Issues
+7
I'm an older African-American male with more than 35 years of clinical experience. I've back"been told, I'm "laid back and easy to talk to". I've have worked with young children to elders in their 80's and 90's. I have worked with disabled person, care givers to the disable and elders. I have personally cared for disabled elders. I'm still learning clinical skills and doing my best to keep up with digital tech.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Empowering
Holistic
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+9
You have desires stirring within you—but fear, self-doubt, or past pain may be keeping you from fully stepping into them. I help clients move through those internal blocks with both practical therapeutic tools and compassionate support. Together, we’ll explore the emotional patterns and fears that hold you back, so you can begin to live with more clarity, freedom, and purpose. Whether you're navigating grief, transition, or simply feeling stuck, I offer a safe, grounded space for you to reconnect to your inner self and walk forward with more confidence and ease. Healing isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about expanding into who you are. I’m here when you’re ready to begin.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Solution oriented
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Coping Skills
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 5 years of clinical experience supporting individuals with significant behavioral and mental health difficulties.
I have experience working with adolescents and adults with eating disorders in PHP and IOP settings, children with behavioral health challenges in a residential setting, and adults who are dually diagnosed with mental health and substance use disorders in an outpatient setting.
As a provider I am committed to bringing all of my clinical experience and an open mind to each session to work with every individual in all of their uniqueness.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Burnout
+10
Feeling burnt out navigating multiple responsibilities? Stretched thin by work, family, and everything in between? For over 20 years, I have helped busy adults and families find practical ways to manage stress, set boundaries, and feel like themselves again.
I am down to earth and practical, and I will not bury you in trendy lingo. Therapy with me looks like real conversation, useful coping tools, and sessions that work around your busy schedule (weekday, weeknight and weekend availability). My background spans domestic violence shelters, foster care, intensive in-home treatment, outpatient clinics, Birth to Three and school settings, and it taught me something simple: people do best when therapy meets them where they are. Immediate weekday, weeknight and weekend availability!
***I do not work with clients who experience suicidal ideation/suicide attempts, self-harm, high acuity, extensive addiction, postpartum or are adults or children involved in custody disputes or who have been DCF/court ordered to attend therapy on this platform.***
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Please note- I adhere to the Grow Therapy policy of a fee for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice and no show appointments.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Open-minded
Warm
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+3
My name is Harina Davis, and I have been in the field of social work for 11 years. I have held my LCSW license since 2018. I am passionate about supporting individuals in becoming the best version of themselves, and I find great fulfillment in helping clients reach their goals and thrive.
My work focuses on empowering individuals to overcome barriers, build self-confidence, and connect with meaningful supports. I value collaboration and believe that every person has the capacity to grow when given the right tools and encouragement. Guided by empathy, cultural humility, and a deep commitment to advocacy. I strive to uplift every client I serve.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Depression
Family Conflict
Life Transitions
+10
Hi! I’m Xanic (pronounced sha-neek), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families through some of life’s most difficult and transformative moments.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, suicidality, and the emotional challenges that can come with major life transitions. I have particular experience working with clients who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected from themselves, or unsure how to move forward despite having tried to manage things on their own.
Throughout my career, I’ve worked in outpatient and intensive mental health settings, including supporting individuals and families experiencing significant trauma and emotional distress. While I bring extensive clinical experience to my work, I believe the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of effective therapy. You don’t have to have everything figured out before starting—we can begin exactly where you are.
Available
New to Grow
Specialties
Depression
Addiction / Substance Use
Perinatal / Postpartum
+3
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with 11 years of experience supporting adults across all levels of care, from outpatient groups to psychiatric hospitalization. As the founder of The Mend: Wellness Collective, I have a particular passion for working with people of color, with a focus on addiction, maternal mental health, and the impact of urban trauma. My goal is to create a space where clients feel seen, understood, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges and work toward meaningful change.
Available
Warm
Empowering
Authentic
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Life Transitions
+7
Hi, I'm Ashley, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Reiki II practitioner. I believe that somewhere underneath the anxiety, the self-doubt, and the patterns that keep repeating, there is a version of you that already knows the way. My job isn't to fix you. It's to create a space steady enough that you can actually hear yourself. Together we get curious about the thoughts that won't quiet down, the emotions that feel bigger than the moment, the behaviors that keep showing up even when you don't want them to, and what all of it is actually trying to tell you. I utilize a holistic approach, bringing tools into our work that help you understand what's happening in your mind and body when you're overwhelmed, so you can actually do something about it instead of just surviving it. But more than any method or modality, I show up as a real person walking alongside you, trusting that you are the expert on your own life. If you're ready to listen to that wiser part of yourself and create meaningful change, I'd be honored to walk with you.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
LGBTQ
Trauma and PTSD
+16
Hello, I'm Elizabeth. As a therapist over the last 13 years I have worked with a wide variety of people as an advocate and an ally in helping them heal and grow through the therapy process. Beginning to look for a therapist can bring on anxiety, but know that taking this step is already a major sign of growth. I help work through the chaos inside one's head to identify what are the actual causes of anxiety, stress, and depression. In sessions it can be a time to process emotions, but more importantly, to identify the cause of stressors and what is and is not in your control. I help people learn to set boundaries, work on self-care, and coping skills, and be true to their authentic selves.
I have always been an advocate for those that don't feel that their voices are heard including: LGBTQIA+ individuals, TBI survivors, Neurodivergent individuals, parents, college students, healthcare workers, teachers and individuals looking to find their self-worth. My approach starts with a person-centered mindset and by working together we will decide which therapeutic techniques will work best for you as an individual.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
+3
Hi, I’m Leila, and I have been practicing therapy within the home and community for over 16 years. I have a warm, transparent and down to earth communication style. If you're here reading this, you are already taking the first step exploring what type of therapist you want for yourself.
My specialty is working with people who are in spaces where they feel stuck in a pattern that is no longer serving them, including those related to their mental health and/or substance use.
With me, you can expect that together we will focus on building awareness, resources, resiliency and acquiring practical coping skills that will prepare you to do the work on your own when ready.
In all my years of research and clinical experience, I have learned that a strong relationship with your therapist will result in higher rates of successfully getting your goals met. In our first session, you will have the opportunity to share your thoughts and questions to determine if working together is a good fit.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Direct
Specialties
Depression
LGBTQ
Life Transitions
+8
Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, and I’m glad you’re here! Over the course of my career, I have held clinical roles across the continuum of care, including crisis clinician, inpatient social worker, outpatient clinical supervisor, assistant program director of an eating disorder program, and Clinical Director of an outpatient practice. I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. My clinical training includes but isn't limited to CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Gottman Method Couples Therapy to name a few. I draw from these modalities flexibly, always prioritizing the therapeutic relationship and what will be most helpful for you, in my integrative approach to therapy.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Depression
Addiction / Substance Use
Emotional Regulation
+5
Hello, I am Mackenzie from Shifting Perspectives LLC. I would describe my personality as easy-going and direct. I believe therapy is most effective when there is a strong two-way directional relation, which may take time to build. I welcome clients to find/use their voice (as therapy is personalized) to inform me what's working and what is not.
I will work alongside you to provide personalized therapy tailored to your goals, using evidence-based approaches like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and offer techniques to help you develop coping skills, regulate emotions, and build the stamina needed to create the changes you would like to see, in the life that is your own.
Offers in-person in Seymour, CT - Accepting clients in CTAvailable
Often rebooked
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
+8
Hi there, my name is Emily and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in CT and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in IL who works with adolescents and adults using a variety of theoretical perspectives in individual, family and group therapy sessions. I have 15 years of clinical experience in a variety of environments including outpatient, inpatient, community, and in-home settings.
I specialize in working with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and clients of all ages who have experienced varying types of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. This experience has helped to expand my clinical areas of expertise such as stress and anxiety reduction, management of depressive and mood symptoms, harm reduction and substance abuse, and symptoms/risk behaviors associated with personality and attachment disorders. Additionally, I have worked within the foster care system providing both individual and family therapy services to children, adolescents, and guardians.
I incorporate an array of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and solution-focused interventions into my treatment approach. In my extensive work with anxiety disorders and effects of trauma, I have frequently utilized DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) techniques, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and other interventions which focus on the psychosomatic manifestation of mental suffering in the body. I am motivated to help clients integrate past experiences into their current identity to increase insight in such a way as to make progress toward personal goals.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Empowering
Authentic
Intelligent
Specialties
Depression
Addiction
Anxiety
+9
Nekeisha Hutchinson, LPC, earned her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Post University in 2017 and has worked with a diverse demographic in a clinical capacity including outpatient and in-home settings conducting both individual and family therapy, within the Department of Corrections with clients struggling with substance use challenges and crisis services over the past seven years. Prior to becoming a therapist, Nekeisha spent 10 years working in early childhood education and seven years working as a Family Support Specialist in homes with both prenatal and postnatal mothers providing support in attachment building and assisting them in securing community resources. Nekeisha has experience working with adolescents, adults, senior citizens and families.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Self Esteem
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from Connecticut. I received my Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Nebraska- Lincoln, and have been practicing for over 25 years. My current practice accepts individual adults (18+). I have experience across all age groups, and over 15 years of experience in the field of education. I look forward to getting to know you and helping you to move forward in a positive way.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Intelligent
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Self Esteem
+8
It’s tricky being a person. Talk therapy can help.
Life can be complicated. Maybe you're going through a big change, feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts, or wondering why you've been stuck in the same patterns. Whatever brings you here, you don't have to figure it out on your own.
Sometimes the ways we've always coped stop working as well as they once did. Therapy can help you better understand yourself, navigate challenges, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Talk therapy can help by providing a structured space to:
Understand patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behavior.
Work through stress, anxiety, grief, or relationship challenges.
Develop coping strategies and communication skills.
Explore personal goals, values, and identity.
Feel heard by someone trained to listen without judgment.
It's not only for crises or mental health diagnoses. Some people use therapy much like they would coaching, education, or preventative healthcare: as a way to better understand themselves and handle life's complexities.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Direct
Solution oriented
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Men's Issues
+10
I am a compassionate provider that uses my empathy and ability to connect with clients to provide hope and meaning in their lives. I utilize many different techniques and interventions to shed light on areas that may need some. I appreciate the client's perspective while offering reflections that may provide an unrecognized point of view. I always allow space for the client to share their thoughts feelings and emotions in a safe format.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Depression
Attachment Issues
Couples Counseling
+9
I’m a warm, collaborative Marriage & Family Therapist dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families feel grounded, understood, and supported. Over the past nine years, I’ve worked across Connecticut’s community mental health system, including adult outpatient services, jail diversion programs, child and family services, extended day treatment, adolescent and adult substance use treatment, intensive in‑home family therapy, and extensive clinical work with service members, Veterans, and first responders.
My therapeutic style is integrative and trauma‑informed, drawing from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, attachment‑based models, and somatic awareness practices. I help clients reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and build secure, meaningful relationships with themselves and others.
I believe healing happens within compassionate, attuned relationships. Clients often share that they feel genuinely seen, supported, and empowered in our work together. Whether you’re navigating trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions, I offer a safe, steady space for meaningful change.
Available
New to Grow
Specialties
Depression
ADHD
Emotional Regulation
+10
I provide a safe, inclusive space rooted in empathy, diversity, and respect for all identities. As a trauma-informed therapist, I support clients in processing past experiences with care and compassion, working at their own pace to build healing and resilience. I have experience in trauma recovery, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, and identity exploration, with a neurodiversity-affirming approach that honors each person’s unique mind and lived experience. Whether you're navigating life transitions, working through trauma, or seeking greater self-understanding, my goal is to walk alongside you with curiosity and support.
If you’re looking for a therapist who will honor your story and support your growth with compassion, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can create a space where you feel safe, empowered, and truly understood. I look forward to connecting and beginning this journey with you.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Women's Issues
+10
As a licensed marriage and family therapist, my commitment is to help my clients enhance their quality of life and make positive changes that will improve their overall wellbeing. My training in psychotherapy and family systems, combined with my license to diagnose and treat mental and emotional disorders, enables me to provide effective therapy within the context of marriage, couples, and family systems. I have extensive experience providing counseling services to individuals of all ages, as well as couples and families.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Peer Relationships
+7
I create a safe and nonjudgmental space for my clients to explore and process through self-reflection. I have an obligation to help my clients find their inner strengths and empower them to improve their own lives. Life can feel overwhelming at times, and while resilience matters, there are moments when extra support can make a meaningful difference. I work with individuals who feel stuck in unhelpful patterns and are looking for guidance, insight, and practical tools to move forward. In therapy, I help clients build healthy coping skills, strengthen self-esteem, and navigate life transitions. My approach focuses on increasing awareness of thoughts and emotions to better understand challenges and develop effective, lasting solutions. I specialize in working with anxiety, relationship challenges, and substance abuse/misuse.
VirtualAvailable
New to Grow
Specialties
Depression
Addiction / Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and licensed alcohol and drug counselor (LADC) with more than 22 years of experience in behavioral health, addiction treatment, trauma-informed care, and mental health services. My clinical work focuses on helping adults navigate trauma, substance use and recovery, anxiety, depression, chronic stress, grief, life transitions, and challenges related to emotional regulation and overall well-being.
My approach is person-centered, trauma-informed, and integrative, drawing from evidence-based modalities such as CBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and mind-body approaches. I'm particularly interested in the connection between mental and physical health, including stress physiology, lifestyle factors, nervous system regulation, metabolic health, and resilience.
In my practice through Grow Therapy, I strive to create a collaborative, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I work with each client to understand the experiences, patterns, strengths, and goals that are unique to them. Together, we develop practical strategies to promote meaningful change, greater self-awareness, improved coping, and sustainable emotional well-being.
Offers in-person in Trumbull, CT - Accepting clients in CTAvailable
Authentic
Intelligent
Warm
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Coping Skills
+9
Hi! My name is Robin. I became a lcsw because we all face challenging times - I genuinely want to "help you" explore the positives you possess - that will assist to bringing the joys of life back to you. I provide a safe space to be heard and understood. I blend empathy, compassion, a sense of humor and my clinical skills to help you thrive.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Addiction
Self Esteem
+9
Welcome—I’m Tameko, and I’m genuinely glad you’re here. If you’re reading this, it likely means something in your life feels out of alignment or unfulfilled. Perhaps you're facing difficulty initiating or following through on goals, feeling trapped by limiting beliefs, managing persistent mental health challenges, or carrying the weight of unresolved trauma or disconnection. Whatever brings you here, know that transformation is possible. My work is centered on helping individuals identify and dismantle the internal and external barriers that hinder growth, joy, and self-connection. Together, we’ll pave the way toward a more empowered, grounded, and satisfying life experience."
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Authentic
Warm
Intelligent
Specialties
Depression
ADHD
Mood Disorders
+10
Hi, I'm Julia Kalp. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), providing therapy since 2012, and a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) since 2009. I have worked in the mental health and social services field since 2003. Over the past 22 years, I've worked with clients ranging from preschoolers to older adults, helping people across all stages of life find balance, strength, and emotional clarity.
Before beginning outpatient practice, I worked in treatment facilities and provided in-home services to children, adolescents, and families. Those early experiences showed me how deeply our relationships, environments, and early experiences shape who we are—and how much healing becomes possible when people feel safe, understood, and supported.
In my work today, I provide outpatient telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in addressing mood challenges, anxiety, trauma recovery, attention and impulse control concerns, attachment needs, and stress-related issues. I draw from evidence-based approaches, integrating trauma-informed and strengths-based care tailored to each person's needs.
My clients often describe me as calm, compassionate, and easy to talk to. I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative—where we combine your insight and lived experience with my clinical tools to build meaningful change together.
Whether you're healing from trauma, navigating anxiety or depression, managing ADHD, or wanting to strengthen relationships, my goal is to create a space where you feel seen, supported, and equipped with practical strategies that fit your life. Above all, I want you to leave therapy feeling more confident, capable, and connected than when you began.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Warm
Intelligent
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Substance Misuse
+7
Welcome! I'm Jennifer.
Take a moment to acknowledge you've taken the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest - starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time.
I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or self-care. I focus on helping clients develop assertive communication & boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life.
Counseling can foster personal development in whatever way you may be seeking and help build the life you so deeply deserve. If that's what you're looking for, I'm here when you're ready to share.
VirtualAvailable
Solution oriented
Warm
Authentic
Specialties
Depression
Coping Skills
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
+10
Hello & Welcome,
I am Dr. Watson and I am happy to see you seeking services and reclaiming your joy. I commend you for taking the first step to improving your life. As a licensed psychotherapist in IL, AZ, CO, KY, ME, CT, DE, and OH. I have 30 years of experience working with teens, adults, and seniors, I look forward to partnering with you through your transition and supporting you in getting back into your journey of life.
I specialize in working with people in transition including integrating better balance, managing life stressors, addressing health challenges, rediscovering wellness, and mid-life changes. Other areas of specialty include grief and loss, women’s issues, post-partum adjustment, multiethnic identity development/integration, student-athlete balance, and generalized life struggles. First responders, partners and families of first responders are specialized populations I help by addressing needs, increasing understanding, and strengthening support. Together we will explore obstacles and hurdles while discovering manageable strength-based changes that will improve your whole self - mind, body, and spirit. I partner with you on your journey and assist you in reclaiming your best self.
Through mind-body connection and holistic approaches, I embrace creative therapeutic tools including talk, movement, music, art, getting in nature, and other creative avenues to ease expression of the challenges while finding your strengths and successes. My goal is to assist you in finding and retrieving your purpose while living with meaning. My clinical practice motto is “Love YOUR Journey ~ Live YOUR Life.”
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Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Child or Adolescent
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As a psychotherapist my goal is to show up empathically and authentically while provide a nonjudgemental safe space for clients to express themselves. By building a strong therapeutic alliance and using a strength based approach, I help my clients achieve their goals and overcome challenges and obstacles standing in their way. I believe in bite-size progress to help motivate us to make bigger changes over time.
Available
Solution oriented
Authentic
Warm
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
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I am a licensed mental health counselor, and my goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can feel comfortable exploring the challenges in your life. I believe in working alongside you in a collaborative way, listening with care, and helping you discover strategies that fit your unique needs and goals. My hope is that our time together feels both encouraging and empowering.
VirtualOffers in-person in Fairfield, CT - Accepting clients in CTAvailable
Warm
Humorous
Authentic
Specialties
Depression
ADHD
Anxiety
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Joey Meuser, owner and therapist at Chroma Wellness, provides compassionate, LGBTQIA+ affirming care rooted in a holistic approach that honors the mind-body connection. Specializing in CBT, ACT, and mindfulness, Joey helps clients navigate life’s challenges, break unhelpful patterns, and develop practical skills for lasting change. With warmth and understanding, Joey empowers clients to build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and a more fulfilling life.
VirtualOffers in-person in North Haven, CT - Accepting clients in CTAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Humorous
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Trauma and PTSD
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Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re worried about being vulnerable or judged. My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely safe, supported, and accepted just as you are. At the same time, I gently help guide you toward growth and healing in a way that feels manageable and meaningful.
I’ve worked with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, family conflict, trauma, and the many challenges that can come up during adolescence and adulthood. Together, we’ll move at your pace, exploring tools and strategies that truly fit you so you can better understand yourself and feel more confident in handling life’s difficulties.
I see this as a collaborative process—you don’t have to figure things out alone. As part of your team, I’ll support you in discovering what works best for you and in creating the changes you want to see in your life.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Humorous
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Chronic Illness
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Hi, I'm Anne Marie, and I am an LPC practicing in Connecticut. I am often described as an "older hippy chick," and I happily own that description. I am laid back, curious, and engaging. My style is warm and caring, blending humor with empathy and education. I don't have "all the answers," but with over 30 years in the mental health field, I do have experience guiding clients towards self-discovery and healing. I am open and accepting in my life and in my practice, and I am a lifelong learner who enjoys keeping up with current best practices and new and emerging areas of mental health treatment.
Available
Warm
Authentic
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
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Frankie Esposito is a licensed marriage and family therapist. Frankie has experience treating depression, anxiety and OCD, among other diagnoses in individuals, couples, and families. Frankie specializes in treating OCD with the use of Exposure Response Prevention. Frankie’s therapeutic space allows everyone to feel seen, heard, and validated. She believes her role as a therapist is to meet clients where they are and provide guidance.
VirtualAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Hello, my name is Tiffany Fernandes, and I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in providing evidence-based therapy approaches to help individuals overcome anxiety, depression, and develop effective coping skills. My experience in the field includes working as a counselor in a residential treatment program, and as a licensed therapist and clinical coordinator in an outpatient mental health treatment center. With a compassionate and client-centered approach, I integrate both Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) techniques to empower individuals on their journey towards mental wellness.
VirtualOffers in-person in Bridgeport, CT - Accepting clients in CTAvailable
Authentic
Humorous
Solution oriented
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
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Hi, I’m a licensed social worker who specializes in supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families through life’s challenges. I believe in building a therapeutic relationship rooted in trust, collaboration, and empowerment. Whether you’re navigating a specific concern or going through a major life transition, I’m here to help you build on your strengths and work toward meaningful, lasting change. I provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore difficult emotions, identify patterns, and develop practical tools for growth. My goal is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you as you gain clarity, confidence, and resilience in moving forward.
VirtualOffers in-person in Bridgeport, CT - Accepting clients in CTAvailable
Authentic
Warm
Empowering
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Grief
I am a dedicated therapist who brings a compassionate, steady, and deeply human approach to the work I do. My clinical practice is shaped not only by years of professional experience, but also by my personal journey as a mother and wife navigating the complex realities of children facing serious health challenges. These experiences have strengthened my empathy, broadened my understanding of resilience, and deepened my commitment to supporting individuals through their most difficult moments.
I specialize in telehealth therapy, providing accessible, high‑quality care for a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life transitions. In every session, my goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non‑judgmental space where you can explore your emotions, understand your patterns, and feel genuinely heard.
My mission is to help individuals address life’s challenges with clarity and confidence, cultivate resilience, and move toward holistic healing. Whether you’re seeking relief, growth, or a renewed sense of balance, I am here to walk alongside you as you build the tools, insight, and strength needed to move forward.
VirtualAvailable
Often rebooked
Authentic
Humorous
Warm
Specialties
Depression
Anger Management
Child or Adolescent
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Hi, I am an LCSW and practice in the state of Connecticut. I have my MSW from U-Conn School of Social Work and have been practicing for over 30 years. Throughout the years, I have primarily worked with teenagers and their families in a psychiatric hospital based clinical day school. That includes direct experience with Special Education services, PPT meetings, IEP's (Individual Education Plans) and behavioral challenges within the school setting.
VirtualAvailable
Warm
Authentic
Open-minded
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
LGBTQ
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Hi, my name is Rebecca. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Connecticut, I have been practicing for 7 years. I received my Masters from Naropa University, and my Bachelors from Penn. College of Art & Design. Outside of working in the field I enjoy doing art, traveling, and teaching.
My expertise is working with young adult individuals that have symptoms of anxiety, depression, addiction, or who have experience traumas. Additionally, I have done work with clients with neurodivergence, from the LGBTQ+ community, and from overseas/expats.
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Frequently asked questions
Why filter by Connecticut rather than a city like Hartford?
Why filter by Connecticut rather than a city like Hartford?
When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in Connecticut. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Connecticut from New Haven to Springfield! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Connecticut.
Will my therapist take insurance?
Will my therapist take insurance?
When booking you’ll be asked to verify with your Member ID. However, if you don’t have any of the insurances available you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.
How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on Depression?
How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on Depression?
The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need. For example, your selected specialty, Depression, is filtering therapists in Connecticut that work with patients with similar concerns.
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Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?
Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.
What happens during the first therapy session?
What happens during the first therapy session?
Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs. Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center.Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.