Trauma Therapists in Connecticut

Finding a therapist experienced in trauma care is essential for those seeking to process and heal from difficult past experiences. With 160 verified trauma therapists in Connecticut who specialize in trauma therapy, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, somatic therapy, or trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy to address specific needs like PTSD, childhood trauma, or complex trauma. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist is open to new clients and has upcoming availability, ensuring you can access the compassionate, specialized support needed to work through trauma and build resilience.

Availability updated: 7/26/2026

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Anxiety
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years experience helping people navigate anxiety, stress, trauma, and life transitions. My style is supportive, practical, and real; I believe humor and a little bit of sarcasm can sometimes help make tough conversations easier while we work toward meaningful change. Therapy should feel approachable, honest, and focus on real life growth.
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Coping Skills
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My name is Jillian. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing for 15 plus years. My approach with clients is to work with them to identify what they are willing to do to make positive changes. I like to use a solution focused approach as my clients have shown significant results when they are provided with specific interventions to try when not in session. My use of CBT treatment modalities has helped clients with panic disorder and anxiety. I also enjoy working with couples as well as providing parent management training for parents struggling with children with mental health disorders/explosive behaviors.
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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.
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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 over twelve 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.
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Perinatal Mental Health
Postpartum
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I’m so glad you’re here! I’m Kori, the founder of Nest & Nourish: The Perinatal Health Collective. I created this space specifically to support women navigating the depths of postpartum, family planning, infertility, trauma, and anxiety. I know these transitions well, not just from my clinical training, but as someone who has navigated the heaviness of postpartum myself. This lived experience, combined with advanced training in tools like EMDR and Parts Work (IFS), allows me to offer a partnership that is both evidence-based and authentically human. Taking this step is brave, and I am honored that you are trusting me on your journey. I look forward to connecting and helping you find your footing.
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If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like something in your life isn't working — I'm glad you're here. I'm Tim, an LCSW with over 7 years of experience helping adults and teens navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and substance use. I work exclusively via telehealth, so you can get support from wherever feels most comfortable. Reaching our for help is hard, I'm glad you are taking this first step.
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I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing telehealth therapy for teens, adults, and families across Connecticut. I believe therapy should feel like a conversation—not like someone talking at you. My style is warm, direct, collaborative, and down-to-earth, creating a space where you can be honest without fear of judgment while also being challenged in ways that help you grow. While we'll absolutely make room for the hard conversations, I also believe laughter belongs in therapy. Sometimes humor helps us feel more human, more connected, and reminds us that healing doesn't always have to feel heavy. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, or simply feeling stuck, we'll work together to understand what's happening beneath the surface and build practical skills that create lasting change.
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Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, and finding the right therapist is an important first step. My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported without judgment. I believe meaningful change comes from understanding not only what you're experiencing, but why it's happening. Together, we'll explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck while building practical tools that help you move toward the life you want. I strive to balance warmth, curiosity, and honest conversation so our work feels both supportive and productive.
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Hello, I'm Lilyvette Perez. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor with nearly 20 years of experience helping adults navigate life's challenges. I currently specialize in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) using evidence-based therapies, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Prolonged Exposure (PE). I understand how exhausting it can be to live with intrusive thoughts, anxiety, compulsions, trauma, or avoidance. My goal is to provide a supportive, collaborative space where you feel understood while helping you develop the skills and confidence to create lasting change. I offer telehealth therapy in English and Spanish for adults in Texas, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
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Addiction
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Hello I am Dr. Bolling and I would like to be your therapist. My favorite client is someone that doesn't believe change may be possible for them. I work with professional individuals that have demanding successful lives and alcohol and/or substance use may have become a concern that they want to decrease or stop completely. I work from a Strengths Based Harm Reduction therapeutic model which incorporates CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to explore the pros and cons associated with the decision to make changes on your timeframe from your perspective. I work with individuals, couples and families to improve communication and understanding through the use of the Open Dialogue clinical approach.
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Perinatal Mental Health
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If you've been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you're carrying more than you should have to, you're not alone. Many of the people I work with are holding everything together on the outside while feeling anxious, emotionally exhausted, or weighed down by past experiences. I'm a trauma therapist and EMDR therapist who specializes in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, life transitions, and perinatal mental health. Together, we'll make sense of what's keeping you stuck, process difficult experiences, and help you reconnect with the version of yourself you've been missing. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based. Whether you're seeking support for childhood trauma, pregnancy or postpartum challenges, relationship stress, or overwhelming anxiety, therapy is a place where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin creating meaningful, lasting change.
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You do not have to have everything figured out before you reach out—you only have to take the first step. I’m Sharon Corliss, MSW, LICSW, a licensed therapist serving adults in Massachusetts as an LICSW and in Connecticut, Florida, and Texas as an LCSW. I specialize in helping individuals heal from trauma, navigate grief and loss, manage anxiety and depression, and cope with life transitions, relationship challenges, and stress. My approach is collaborative, client-centered, and trauma-informed. I believe healing happens in a safe, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow at your own pace. Together, we’ll identify your strengths, develop practical coping strategies, and work toward meaningful goals that fit your unique needs. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Seeking Safety, while tailoring treatment to what works best for you. Much of my career has been dedicated to supporting Veterans and others facing life’s most difficult challenges. Whether you’re working through the effects of trauma, grieving a loss, or feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, you don’t have to face it alone. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel difficult, but you don’t have to have everything figured out before you begin. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you move toward healing, resilience, and lasting positive change.
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Couples Counseling
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Greetings! My name is Richard V. Daly III, LCSW. I am happy that you have found your way here. I’m am a highly experienced clinical therapist. I attended Southern Connecticut State University and the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. I have over 50 years of treatment experience. I specialize in solution focused and strength based treatment. My areas of expertise are Individual, Couples and Family Therapy and Parenting Coaching. I look forward to helping you find happiness and achieve all of your goals.
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Trauma and PTSD
Depression
Self Esteem
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I am a bilingual Latina Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and culturally sensitive space where healing begins with feeling truly seen and understood. I work with children, teens, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, ADHD, grief, adjustment challenges, family issues, domestic violence, and life transitions. Through empathy, mindfulness, and a strengths-based approach, I help clients rediscover their voice, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change—in English or Spanish.
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Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Anxiety
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My name is Christopher Raposo. I’m a trained and licensed clinical social worker. My work experience has been in acute psychiatric hospitalization, outpatient substance abuse, and community behavioral health clinics. I’ve worked with a clientele suffering from a vast array of disorders, backgrounds, and life stressors. The work we do as a team mostly consists of psychoeducation, therapy, and a therapeutic alliance defined by treatment goals and objectives.
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Anxiety
Depression
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Hi! I'm Laurie. Congratulations on taking the first step in your healing journey! I understand that sometimes we just need to reboot, start over and try again. I bring a lifetime worth of experience as well as formal education, graduating from Alliance Graduate School of counseling and being a Licensed Professional Counselor. You are important! Together we will create a caring and safe healing experience. We will focus on helping you find your voice, understand your strengths and build on your goals and vision. We will focus on overcoming obstacles, challenge unhealthy narratives and empower you to create a healthy realistic narrative of yourself. Are you tired of feeling stuck in an old unhelpful narrative? Is it time to make that change and write a new story? I am here, pen in hand ready to help you move forward in your healing journey.
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As a licensed Social Worker with over 12 years of experience in Social Services, I provide compassionate, empathetic, and culturally responsive care. I have experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, including teenagers, college students, prenatal and postpartum individuals, LGBTQ+ communities, older adults, survivors of domestic violence, and those navigating major life transitions. My specialties include anxiety, ADHD, depression, family and relationship concerns, and challenges related to cultural identity, systemic inequities, and minority-specific disparities. I strive to create a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Coping Skills
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Hi, I’m Dominique Steiner, a therapist passionate about helping individuals create meaningful change in their lives. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges, and I strive to create a safe, compassionate environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered. Together, we focus on building insight, developing coping skills, and working toward the life you want to create.
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Humorous

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Trauma and PTSD
Grief
Mood Disorders
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Welcome! My name is Meghan O'Brien. I have been a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker for 25 years. My work experience has been in medical and psychiatric settings, residential facilities, community mental health clinics, and private practices. I've been fortunate enough to work with all age groups with a variety of challenges and struggles. In addition to my professional work, I have many years of real life experience that help me to have a deeper understanding of what my clients are going through. I hope you will consider inviting me to walk with you on your journey towards healing. I look forward to meeting you! If you are struggling with negative thoughts that are impacting your mood and interfering with your daily life, please know that you are not alone and that there is hope for you. We will partner together to identify and interpret the core issues that are influencing your thoughts and feelings. Together we will develop goals to work towards solutions and ease your most challenging concerns. I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment to promote your healing. I would be honored to guide you toward the life you want to live. Seeking therapy is a huge step towards wellness and I invite you to share your journey with me!
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Trauma and PTSD
Addiction
Coping Skills
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I am a person who has dealt with many hardships which has made me what I want others to be, not just a surviver but a person who fights to thrive. What has led me to social work has been experiencing tough times and recognizing that I could be some of the change and support I felt I needed during the times I felt I had no one.
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Anxiety
Self Esteem
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So many of us feel like we struggle every day to survive through life. We might feel lost, unhappy, stressed or exhausted from constant overthinking or self-doubts. We go through the motions and cant seem to find as many enjoyable moments as we'd like or we cant figure out our purpose. Finding and accepting yourself is not always an easy task and sometimes we all need a little help or guidance. That's where I come in. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 11 years of experience in the mental health and social work field. I have worked in many different settings helping people in all different walks of life. I've provided services over the years to ensure my clients basic needs are met, to feel better about themselves, and to manage their symptoms and emotions. Through personalized counseling services that are built on a foundation of empathy, strength and acceptance, we will walk this path together to embrace your true self and the life you want to live.
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Trauma and PTSD
Couples Counseling
First Responders/Healthcare Workers
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I am a licensed psychotherapist with 21 years of post-masters experience. I received my graduate training at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, where I was strongly influenced by a holistic and culturally responsive perspective on healing. My work is grounded in a non–medical-model approach, emphasizing whole-person wellness rather than symptom labels. I integrate mind–body awareness, emotional regulation skills, and meaningful lifestyle practices to support lasting change.
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Hello, I’m Jessica Pollas, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with experience working with adolescents, college students, and adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and stress. I use a trauma informed, compassionate approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR to help clients heal, build resilience, and develop practical coping skills. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to make meaningful changes in their lives.
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Anxiety
Depression
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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.
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Anxiety
Men's Issues
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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.
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For more than 25 years as a social worker, I have had the privilege of walking alongside individuals as they identify their strengths, clarify their goals, and build the skills needed to create meaningful change. Over the years, I have learned that growth rarely happens in a straight line. It often begins with small steps, honest conversations, and the willingness to try something new. I believe every person has the capacity for growth, even during life’s most difficult seasons, and that healing is possible when people feel supported, respected, and understood. My approach is compassionate, strengths-based, and solution-focused. I blend evidence-based practices with humor, grace, and gentle persistence to help clients move toward the life they want. In our work together, we will focus on what is already working, identify patterns that may be getting in the way, and develop practical coping skills that fit your unique needs and values. I strive to create a supportive, collaborative space where you can speak openly, explore challenges without judgment, and feel encouraged to keep moving forward, even when progress feels slow. I also believe therapy should be both practical and empowering. Together, we will look for creative solutions, build resilience, and strengthen your confidence in handling whatever comes your way. Change is not always easy, but you do not have to navigate it alone. My goal is to help you reduce your struggles, reconnect with your strengths, and discover the tools you need not just to cope, but to thrive in your daily life and relationships. Whether you are facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, or a major life transition, I will meet you where you are and work with you at a pace that feels manageable, hopeful, and grounded in your strengths so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
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Child or Adolescent
Couples Counseling
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Hi, I'm Betsey. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist who works with couples, families, adults, teens and children navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, stress, grief and major life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and ground in helping you feel understood, supported and empowered. I am passionate about creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. I use evidence-based practices to help individuals navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and develop practical tools for emotional well-being. My approach is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and tailored to each client’s unique goals and experiences.
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
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My name is Aaron Krikorian, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a decade of experience providing therapy to adults. I take a nonjudgmental and supportive approach to treatment, creating a space where patients feel safe to explore and grow. I have extensive knowledge and experience in working with trauma (including complex trauma), anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and attachment-related challenges.
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Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
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Welcome. My name is Karen Fahey. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals and ages 18 and up. In a safe and supportive environment, my approach is compassionate, nonjudgmental, collaborative and holistic. My goal is to help you navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, self esteem, life transitions and relationships. Together we will strive to define your values and find what gives you meaning and purpose so that you can begin to live a more fulfilling and productive life. I will help you to understand patterns of thinking and behavior and learn to cultivate greater self awareness and self acceptance. Starting therapy can feel uncomfortable and scary but by seeking help you are demonstrating that you have courage, strength and hope. I am here to help you on that journey. As. Seasoned therapist I have worked with a diverse population ages 5 throughout the life span. I have worked in a variety of therapeutic settings including private practice, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, emergency departments, community mental health centers and a cancer center.
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Anxiety
Crisis Intervention
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With over 15 years of experience in human services, I am a dedicated and compassionate social worker committed to supporting individuals through life’s most challenging moments. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of New Haven and my Master of Social Work from Fordham University. Throughout my career, I have held leadership roles and developed extensive experience in crisis intervention, community engagement, and client advocacy. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
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Self Esteem
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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.
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Life Transitions
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I’m a relational, insight-oriented therapist who believes meaningful change happens when we slow down enough to understand what’s really driving our patterns. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity shifts, and relationship dynamics, especially those who function well on the outside but feel tangled or overwhelmed internally. My approach is psychodynamic and collaborative. Together, we look at the emotional themes and internal narratives shaping your current struggles, not just to analyze them, but to help you move through life with more clarity, flexibility, and self-trust.
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Hello. I am Alissa Dillon. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire. I am licensed to treat patients in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Maine. I have over twenty years of experience as a therapist and enjoy working with patients who allow me to learn of their traumatic memories, and allow me to help reprocess them, to begin healing. I specialize in treating grief and trauma. Both of these experiences can leave lasting pain, but my treatment will help to alleviate that pain and remove the emotional responses out of your difficult memories.
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LGBTQ
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Reaching out for support can be difficult, but my goal is to create a safe space for you. I take a guiding, strengths-based, and trauma informed approach, to help foster your growth, and provide the support that you need. I specialize in working with folx, with mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and BPD. I will meet you at whichever stage you’re in. I am queer identifying and affirming, and also support LGBTQIA+ folx, through the journeys unique to us. I work with individual adolescents (age 12+) and adults, and am neurodivergent informed and affirming as well. I would be honored to help you, on your journey.
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Coping Skills
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Connecticut, and I’m passionate about helping people move toward the best version of themselves. I bring an energetic, flexible, and collaborative approach to therapy, meeting clients exactly where they are and supporting them through life’s challenges with compassion and clarity. I earned my MSW from Capella University and have been working in the field for four years. As a newly licensed LCSW, I’m committed to continued growth, learning, and providing high‑quality care. I draw from a variety of interventions to tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs, whether you’re navigating difficult emotions, adjusting to major life changes, or working to strengthen your sense of self. My goal is to empower you, support your healing, and help you build the tools you need to move forward with confidence. This is a space where you can show up authentically, without judgment, and explore what meaningful change looks like for you.
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Military/Veterans
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I’m a therapist who supports adults who carry a lot—people who often feel like the steady one for everyone else while quietly feeling overwhelmed or disconnected inside. I show up in therapy with warmth, grounding, and a calm presence, and I want this space to feel like somewhere you can finally slow down, breathe, and be fully yourself. As a queer therapist, a military spouse, and a former minister, I understand what it’s like to navigate identity, belonging, faith transitions, and the pressure to stay strong during major life changes. I provide culturally sensitive and LGBTQIA+ affirming care, and I’m experienced supporting military service members, veterans, and the loved ones who share the emotional load alongside them. I’m here to walk with you as you explore who you are, heal old patterns, build healthier boundaries, and create a life and relationships that feel more grounded, honest, and sustainable.
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Hello, my name is Brendette, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience supporting individuals on their path to healing and growth. My work is grounded in empathy, compassion, and inclusiveness, and I believe every person deserves to be seen, heard, and valued. My approach is both goal-oriented and person-centered. I often work with clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, and I use evidence-based techniques to help them find healthier ways to cope and move forward. Together, we focus on building on your strengths while developing tools that will support long-term change.
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Hello and welcome to my page, bienvenidos a mi pagina, I am originally a native to the Los Angeles area and have a Mexican American background. I am bilingual in both English and Spanish. I look forward to building a therapeutic relationship with you by providing support and guidance as we navigate the challenges you experience in your life. It can be difficult to be vulnerable and open when you are experiencing feelings of hopelessness or loss of motivation. I honor your courageousness in embarking on your road to recovery, awareness, and growth. We can assess where you are and where to begin; this journey is led by you. I am here to meet you where you are and as you are. I approach life with the understanding that pain is a natural part of the human experience, yet how we interpret and handle that pain can be a choice. My goal is to assist you in developing strategies to navigate life's challenges more effectively. I use person centered and mindfulness based therapy that increases self awareness. Through cognitive based therapy, you can challenge barriers that prevent you from reaching your goals.
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Mood Disorders
Perinatal Mental Health
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Hi, I’m Alli, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Perinatal Mental Health Certified Therapist who is passionate about supporting moms, parents, and individuals working through big life transitions. I believe therapy should feel like a safe, judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are and feel truly heard. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in helping you build practical tools to navigate life’s stressors while reconnecting with who you are and who you’re becoming. I’d be honored to walk alongside you as we work toward relief, healing, and a life that feels more manageable and meaningful.
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ADHD
Anxiety
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I listen and try to understand your situation and learn what it's like to be you. I can offer suggestions but I won't tell you what to do. I believe that my clients know what they need to do to help them heal, it might not be clear right away but after I am able to understand your problems we can work together to find solutions. It's a big step to seek counseling and to go into therapy. I respect everyone who wants to improve their mental health and well being. It isn't easy to seek help and allow oneself to be vulnerable and share ones' experience. I have listened to thousands of people and I am delighted hear everyone's story to see how I can help.
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Trauma and PTSD
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Domestic Violence
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Hello. Welcome. My name is Jill Waite. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of CT and a licensed clinical mental health counselor in the state of NH. My training and education is as a clinical psychologist with advanced training and education in neuropsychology. I have 11-years of experience providing support and guidance to those struggling with a mental illness, relationship challenges, or emotional and mental unwellness.
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
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Hi there! Welcome. My name is Dr. Richards and I have over 16 years of expert training and experience in the field of Education, Counseling & Psychology. I thoroughly enjoy providing mental health services to individuals and their families in need of treatment. Even when you’re feeling hopeless, stressed, or overwhelmed, those moments don’t last forever—they’re part of a season, not your whole story. With the right support, you can move through them. My goal is to help you gain clarity and direction so you can reach your full potential and reconnect with your purpose. Regardless of your past fears, setbacks, or self-doubt, change is always possible. I use Cognitive-Behavioral, DBT-informed, and interpersonal treatment approaches to tailor each session to your individual needs. I also administer screening tools as needed, to help better identify symptoms related to depression and anxiety. Together, we’ll build coping strategies that work for you, incorporating techniques such as poetry, music, art, movement, and writing according to your interest and needs. I’ll support you in identifying and working through negative, self-defeating thoughts and patterns that may be holding you back. In a safe, nonjudgmental space, we’ll work through challenges, strengthen self-compassion, and help you move forward with greater confidence and intention. For couples struggling, I help to identify root issues that negatively impact your relationship and incorporate evidenced-based resources to start the process of change in a practical healthy way.
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Intelligent

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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
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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.
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
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Hey there! I'm Shirley. We all struggle sometimes. You may need to make a change or a difficult decision. You may feel unsure of how to solve a problem. While family and friends may want to help, they often are unequipped to be truly helpful. Talking with someone unbiased and nonjudgmental can be most helpful when you feel lost or face barriers to achieving your hopes and dreams. I am a compassionate and knowledgeable licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Connecticut. I have 10+ years of diverse experience including trauma, substance abuse treatment, and domestic violence counseling and advocacy. I approach each client with an open mind and an open heart. I believe each person is the “expert” on themselves and it is my job to help them find the tools that will work for them. My journey to counseling has been a long and winding road, going back to school at the age of 50 after a successful culinary career. I graduated top of my class with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Bridgeport. In addition to a comprehensive education, I bring a wealth of life experience to the therapy room. I have been through marriage, divorce, parenting challenges, personal loss, and so much more. I love helping my clients find their passion and direction. I am humbled to walk with them as they discover their life path. I look forward to working with you as you begin your own journey.
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Trauma and PTSD
Depression
Peer Relationships
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My passion has always been helping individuals enhance their overall happiness, build on their strengths, and stay motivated in pursuing their goals. Over the past 8 years, I’ve gained experience in the mental health field through work in community outpatient clinics, group homes, schools, and in-home therapy. My style is both relaxed and goal-oriented. I aim to show up in the way you need while also being honest and encouraging you to grow. I believe in creating a supportive space that is free of judgment, where open communication and feedback guide the process. Together, we’ll explore what works best for you and adjust as needed to help you move toward your goals.
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Trauma and PTSD
Depression
Life Transitions
Welcome! I am a bilingual (Spanish-English) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut and LICSW in Massachusetts. Drawing from evidence-based practices and a strong foundation in mental health, I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach tailored to each individual needs. I'm an ally in the journey of self-discovery, understanding life and committing to living purposefully. I am deeply committed to providing culturally competent care. As a lifelong learner, I continuously update my knowledge and skills through ongoing professional development, ensuring that I can provide the most current and effective interventions to my clients,
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Crisis Intervention
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I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who blends clinical precision with genuine human connection. I don’t believe therapy should feel distant or scripted, it should feel intentional, focused, and grounded in real conversation. I’m engaged, attentive, and not afraid to ask the thoughtful questions that move us past surface level insight. Clients work with me because I balance warmth with direction. I’ll validate your experience, but I’ll also help you challenge patterns that no longer serve you. When appropriate, I bring a grounded sense of humor and authenticity into the room, because meaningful work can still feel approachable. If you’re looking for therapy that is purposeful, collaborative, and designed to create lasting change, you’ll find that here.
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Open-minded

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Trauma and PTSD
Mood Disorders
Perinatal Mental Health
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Hi, I’m Viviana. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions, with a special focus on perinatal mental health — including pregnancy, postpartum, and fertility challenges. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your story, heal from past hurts, and feel more grounded and empowered in your life. Together, we’ll work toward understanding yourself more deeply, breaking free from patterns that no longer serve you, and building a future filled with hope and resilience.
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Trauma and PTSD
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Hello/Hola, my name is Diego Armando Peralta-Calderon, LPC. As a bilingual (Spanish/English) Licensed Professional Counselor over the past 6 years I’ve cultivated a practice of peace centered guidance for clients. I believe in a mindfulness-based approach embracing the wholeness of the individual. I’m passionate about helping individuals of all walks of life. My approach is mindfulness-based and focuses on cultivating a person-centered environment where all are heard and seen. I draw from strength-based and relational cultural theories to provide an honest space through conversation to empower others. Navigating through life’s obstacles and immersing into your inner self, strengths and build meaningful connections. I provide compassionate support and fostering meaningful connections with my clients. I believe in the power of compassion and collaboration, and I’m here to support you every step of the way on your path to emotional well-being and personal growth.
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Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
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Hi, I’m Donique. I’m really glad you stopped by. If you’re here, life may have been feeling heavier than usual. Maybe you’ve been carrying more than you let people see. Maybe you’ve been showing up for everyone else while quietly struggling yourself. Or maybe you’re just tired of feeling the way you’ve been feeling and you’re ready for something to change. Whatever brought you here, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who’s had the privilege of supporting people through some of the most difficult seasons of their lives. One thing I’ve learned is that: therapy helps and healing is possible. I’ll ask questions that make you think, help you recognize patterns you may not have noticed, and remind you of strengths you may have forgotten you had. My goal isn’t to tell you how to live your life. It’s to help you understand yourself well enough to make decisions that feel right for you. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, burnout, relationship challenges, or a major life transition, I am happy to help you become happier, wiser, and more equipped to handle hard things. I’m here whenever you are ready.
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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.

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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, Trauma and PTSD, is filtering therapists in Connecticut that work with patients with similar concerns.

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.

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.