United Medical Resources Therapists in Connecticut

Accessing mental health care through United Medical Resources (UMR) insurance can make finding the right mental health support more affordable and convenient. With 151 verified therapists in Connecticut who accept UMR, you can explore therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy to address issues like anxiety, depression, or stress management. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is currently welcoming new clients and has appointments available soon, ensuring you can connect with quality care aligned with your UMR benefits.

Availability updated: 7/18/2025

Phillip Rice

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Phillip Rice, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working in Connecticut for the past 5 years. I work with my clients to help identify the cause of issues they may be experiencing, and help guide them through the process of addressing those issues. The most important aspect of therapy is that it is client-led. Everyone's needs and desires are different, and working out what a person is looking to gain from their therapy is the foundation for change. Once we have established that together, the path ahead can look different for each person. Some benefit from highly structured sessions centered around teaching tangible skills, others benefit from more loosely organized talk therapy. Either way, it is important to establish a treatment plan with goals early on, and work together to reach them.

Dr. Cornelius Anyanwu

Dr. Cornelius Anyanwu, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
12 years of experience
Virtual
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Connecticut. I got my Masters degree from Central Connecticut State University. I have been practicing for the past 12 years. I love helping people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, grief, and adjustment issues return to their previous levels of functioning prior to their clinical symptoms becoming a concern.

Jennifer Clesi

Jennifer Clesi, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
35 years of experience
Virtual
With 35 years of experience as a social worker, I have had the privilege of working with individuals of all ages—from children and teens to couples and families. Over the years, I have honed a deep understanding of the unique challenges people face, whether it's managing depression, anxiety, or navigating difficult life transitions. As a stepmother of 38 years, I bring firsthand experience with the complexities of stepfamily dynamics, and I specialize in helping blended families find harmony. I believe in the power of a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy. As a good listener, I am committed to working alongside you to create a treatment plan that reflects your unique needs and aspirations. Together, we'll focus on your goals and take meaningful steps towards you becoming the best version of yourself. I am excited about the opportunity to work with you and support your journey to healing and growth.

Famatta Gibson

(she/her)

Famatta Gibson, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
8 years of experience
Virtual
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.

Dawn Boulas

(she/her)

Dawn Boulas, LMFT - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
7 years of experience
Virtual
My great passion is to heal and empower my clients. I guide my clients, (children, adults, and families), through the exploration of unhealthy patterns and relationships. I provide safety and support for clients to become stronger and happier. If you are ready for change then you are ready to do the work.. You will be amazed at how capable you are and how quickly change can occur.

Jack Ryan

Jack Ryan, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LPC
23 years of experience
Virtual
I am a creative and compassionate psychotherapist who works with clients to unlock previously obscured strengths, untapped potential and energy blocked by behavioral patterns, beliefs that no longer work, and the impacts of grief, loss and trauma. Together we will find ways to enhance what is going well in life, understand what is not and move toward the goals that you aim to achieve.

Michelle Vacharakupt

(she/her)

Michelle Vacharakupt, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
20 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) from Connecticut. I received my Masters degree from the University of Nebraska- Lincoln, and have been practicing for over 20 years. I have experience across all age groups, and have also been working in the field of education for the past 15 years.

Jay Carpenter

(she/her)

Jay Carpenter, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LCSW
3 years of experience
Virtual
I am licensed in Connecticut with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, & anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Daniel Quinn

Daniel Quinn, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
40 years of experience
Virtual
I am an experienced therapist helping individual clients cope with addictions, trauma, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I use evidence-based methods enabling clients to achieve their desired goals. These methods include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, meditation, and writing therapy. I use a client-centered approach to the therapeutic process. We proceed at a pace that is comfortable for you. You determine the goals for therapy.

Elizabeth Lachapelle

Elizabeth Lachapelle, LP - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LP
36 years of experience
Virtual
Short-term counseling with an experienced professional to clarify thoughts and feelings, learn mental health management skills and plan for mental health and wellness. Possible topics include general mental health questions, improving mental health, goal setting, building cognitive and behavioral skills, dealing with life transitions, and clarifying thoughts and feelings. I am not licensed in treatment of substance abuse or addictions. I do not do court related work. Adults only.

JC Caro

(she/her)

JC Caro, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LPC
25 years of experience
Virtual
You may be nervous about participating in therapy due to worries of feeling vulnerable or being judged. I work hard to provide an environment that is accepting and supportive and simultaneously looks for ways that increase growth and healing. My approach emphasizes skill-building, self-knowledge, and balance. My experience has included working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, self esteem issues, family conflict, trauma, and other issues that accompany adolescence and adulthood. Together we'll explore the tools that will work for you in working through your issues and coming out stronger! I view my role in your life as being part of your team where I can help you determine what is best for you. It is through working together that I believe positive changes can occur.

Meg Rose

(she/her)

Meg Rose, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
25 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I'm a licensed clinical social worker based in northeast Pennsylvania with over 25 years experience as a psychotherapist. I received my bachelors degree from Swarthmore College, my masters degree from Columbia University School of Social Work and I completed a post graduate fellowship in psychiatry at the Yale University Psychiatric Institute. Over the years I've worked with clients of all ages struggling with a wide variety of disorders. Primarily, I help adults 18+ who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and alcohol use disorders. I view our work together as a collaborative venture where I help you to identify troublesome thoughts and behaviors and replace them with positive ones. We will accomplish this utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing and other forms of therapy as needed.

Desiree Scime

(she/her)

Desiree Scime, LMFT - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LMFT
30 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! My name is Desiree Scime, and I am a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) as well as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) in Connecticut. With over 30 years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and crisis settings, I specialize in working with women who are facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, self-care, and career difficulties. Currently, I am accepting new clients who are adults aged 25 and older for individual sessions only. Please note that I am not accepting referrals for couples or family therapy.

Kristen Vo

Kristen Vo, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LCSW
10 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Connecticut. I received my Master's degree from California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA), and have close to 10 years of experience working with clients ranging from children to older adults. I provide support, compassion, and practical skills to help my clients overcome the obstacles preventing them from reaching their goals.

Kim Kennedy

(she/her)

Kim Kennedy, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LCSW
14 years of experience
Virtual
Are you feeling stuck and ready for a change? Let’s sit down and work through it together! Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, conflict in your relationships or just overall feeling stressed, I am here to help. My name is Kim and I’m a LCSW with over 10 years of experience. I’m passionate about helping people build skills to live more fulfilled, happy lives.

Lena McMorran

Lena McMorran, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy

Frequently rebooked

LPC
12 years of experience
Virtual
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Connecticut. I have over 12 years experience treating adolescents to older adults who are struggling with a range of issues. I completed my Master's degree from Southern Connecticut State University in clinical mental health counseling. Previously I have worked in a residential substance use program, psychiatric emergency department, intensive outpatient program and inpatient psychiatric hospital.

Nicolas Navarro

(he/him)

Nicolas Navarro, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
1 year of experience
Virtual
Hey! I am a father, a husband, and a compassionate human being who finds pleasure in helping others. I hold a LCSW licensure from NYU and have experience working in the home-setting, hospital-setting and now private practice. I have worked with both individuals and in groups and take great pride in my work. I enjoy being part of the journey towards change, growth and fulfilment.

Ivelisse Correa

(she/her)

Ivelisse Correa, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
16 years of experience
Virtual
Hello I'm Ivelisse I am a LMHC and Qualified Supervisor for the state of Florida, specializing in child, adolescent and young adult counseling. If you are a parent, care giver or guardian and have a child struggling with recent behaviors in school, home or community settings, you have come to the right profile. I work from the approach of being client-centered and trauma informed care. Adjusting to life changes and anxieties can be challenging and having a safe place to process and navigate the journey of healing and empowerment is essential. Behaviors, family stressors and trauma can affect the family unit. My specialty is working with children, families and young adults between ages 5-25 years old healing from trauma, managing anger, anxiety, depression and more. Together we can develop healthy coping strategies and use a complete self approach, addressing the needs of your mind, body and spirit. I also integrate mindfulness and creative expressions to help you develop a stronger relationship with yourself, child and/or family. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the challenges and habits that's holding you back. Let's work together! I look forward to hearing from you.

Dennis Konadu

(He/Him)

Dennis Konadu, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
18 years of experience
Virtual
Dennis Konadu is a veteran of the US Army, and a dually licensed provider (LICSW and LADC). Dennis has 18 years of experience treating people with mental health disorders and specializes in substance use. Dennis graduated with his Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work in 2007 and has been practicing ever since. Currently, Dennis is in the process of completing a doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology (PsyD) from Rivier University in New Hampshire. Beginning mental health treatment can be daunting at first. You may have questions or even feel uncomfortable about speaking with someone. This therapist can help you by providing care that is unique, empowering and respectful of your needs. Whether you are reading this for yourself or for someone you love, you have come to the right place. Please reach out so we can take the next step in your treatment, together.

Olivia Holden

(she/her)

Olivia Holden, LCSW - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LCSW
8 years of experience
Virtual
HI! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with eight years of psychotherapy experience working with teens and adults. I offer a collaborative, compassionate approach where you feel safe to bring curiosity to issues interfering in your life. I am ready to partner with and support you while while we explore life changes that work for you. While I use a variety of tools and skills in our work together, mindful awareness of the body also informs my approach as a therapist. Through gentle awareness of any physical changes that are happening during our session, you and I can better understand thoughts and feelings as they arise.

Amanda Brown

Amanda Brown, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
10 years of experience
Virtual
Hi there, my name is Amanda, welcome to my profile:) I am a licensed mental health counselor committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and hope. My practice focuses on solution-focused therapies tailored to people experiencing anxiety, depression, as well as ADHD and OCD. I work collaboratively with clients to uncover strengths, set practical goals, and create change—one step at a time. In addition to traditional mental health care, I offer spiritual counseling for individuals from all faiths and backgrounds.

Alexandra Psilos

(she/her)

Alexandra Psilos, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
10 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm Alexandra, a licensed professional counselor based in Connecticut with over 10 years of experience. I work with clients across the lifespan, from children to adults, helping them navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and the unique stresses of parenting. My approach is warm, honest, and collaborative, and I use evidence-based techniques like CBT, combined with other tools like DBT and art therapy, to provide a flexible, supportive, and effective therapeutic experience.

Katerina Kouliaki

Katerina Kouliaki, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
7 years of experience
Virtual
Hello, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in New York and licensed in the states of New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts and Connecticut. I have been practicing for 7 years and I am proud to say that I have supported adults and adolescents throughout challenging mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, grief and postpartum mood struggles, as well as adjustment to life transitions. I am Bilingual able to perform treatment sessions both in English and Greek.

Angelique R

(she/her)

Angelique R, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
8 years of experience
Virtual
My passion has always been to work with individuals to increase their overall happiness, build upon their strengths, and encourage them to never give up on their goals. I have worked in the mental health field over the last 8 years. I have worked in community outpatient clinics, and group homes, and have done in-home therapy. I have more of a relaxed and goal-oriented approach to therapy. I'll show up for you how you need to be supported. I will always be honest and challenge you to reach your goals. I am friendly and hold no judgments toward my clients. I am open to feedback and we can have open communication about what works vs what does not work for you.

Rebecca Winters

(she/her)

Rebecca Winters, LPC - Connecticut Therapist at Grow Therapy
LPC
7 years of experience
Virtual
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. My expertise is working with adolescent and young adult individuals that have or currently experience trauma, sexual assault, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, and addiction. Additionally, I have done work with clients with intellectual disabilities, from the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals who have been incarcerated.

Frequently asked questions

Why filter by Connecticut rather than a city like Hartford?

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in the state. 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 United Medical Resources?

Yes! If you use United Medical Resources you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have United Medical Resources 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?

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.

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 to expect during your first 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.