Teletherapy for Darien, CT
For 25 years, I have helped people resolve their difficulties with regard to: grief and loss, struggles in their relationships, abuse/trauma related issues, eating disorders, substance abuse and other addictions, behavioral problems, self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Our work together will help you work through difficulties, to promote positive change in your life. I will teach you about underlying psychological principles that help you to understand yourself and how you relate in the world. Along with helping you to understand, I will provide you with many tools, which will give you a clear sense of direction, for making lasting, positive, changes in your life.
For 25 years, I have helped people resolve their difficulties with regard to: grief and loss, struggles in their relationships, abuse/trauma related issues, eating disorders, substance abuse and other addictions, behavioral problems, self-esteem, anxiety and depression. Our work together will help you work through difficulties, to promote positive change in your life. I will teach you about underlying psychological principles that help you to understand yourself and how you relate in the world. Along with helping you to understand, I will provide you with many tools, which will give you a clear sense of direction, for making lasting, positive, changes in your life.
Are you kind, sensitive, and intelligent? Have you survived trauma? I aim to help you overcome the negativity of your past, grow your wisdom, and make your life work. I help people working in business, healthcare, the arts, education, along with emerging adults. You want practical solutions? I seek to help you improve decision making and problem-solving abilities, reduce the effects of pain and suffering, & increase resilience. I seek to teach you skills and coping mechanisms that improve self-determination and agency, reduce non-effective, non-life-affirming behaviors, & replace ineffective behaviors with more effective ones.
Are you kind, sensitive, and intelligent? Have you survived trauma? I aim to help you overcome the negativity of your past, grow your wisdom, and make your life work. I help people working in business, healthcare, the arts, education, along with emerging adults. You want practical solutions? I seek to help you improve decision making and problem-solving abilities, reduce the effects of pain and suffering, & increase resilience. I seek to teach you skills and coping mechanisms that improve self-determination and agency, reduce non-effective, non-life-affirming behaviors, & replace ineffective behaviors with more effective ones.
The foundation of our programming is our team of compassionate and highly experienced behavioral healthcare professionals. The Newport staff is comprised of the best mental health leaders in the country, surrounding each client with 360-degree care. Because Newport’s philosophy of care views family as central to long-term, sustainable healing, the groundbreaking Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT) methodology is also a central component of our approach. ABFT is proven to be successful in addressing adolescent and young adult suicidality by repairing ruptures in the parent-child relationship.
The foundation of our programming is our team of compassionate and highly experienced behavioral healthcare professionals. The Newport staff is comprised of the best mental health leaders in the country, surrounding each client with 360-degree care. Because Newport’s philosophy of care views family as central to long-term, sustainable healing, the groundbreaking Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT) methodology is also a central component of our approach. ABFT is proven to be successful in addressing adolescent and young adult suicidality by repairing ruptures in the parent-child relationship.
Shannon De Ycaza
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820 (Online Only)
Whether you are looking to gain insight on your emotions or patterns, better understand a difficult relationship, facing a challenge, or need a space to process- therapy is the place to begin. I appreciate the courage it requires to take this first step and make a commitment to yourself. I have a compassionate approach and my commitment is that you never feel you are on this journey alone. I will provide a warm space for you to be your authentic self and together we will move forward with intention and purpose.
Whether you are looking to gain insight on your emotions or patterns, better understand a difficult relationship, facing a challenge, or need a space to process- therapy is the place to begin. I appreciate the courage it requires to take this first step and make a commitment to yourself. I have a compassionate approach and my commitment is that you never feel you are on this journey alone. I will provide a warm space for you to be your authentic self and together we will move forward with intention and purpose.
I love working with teens, their families, and couples to foster new ways of interacting/communicating with each other to one that is more productive and understanding. I have several years of experience working with teens and can help teens and their families work through what can be a challenging time. I also enjoy individual work (all ages) & will offer honest/direct feedback if desired. Depression, anxiety, codependency, self-harm/suicidality, substance abuse, and self-confidence are primary issues I treat. Please check out my website for more information about my practice: www.olincounselingservices.com
I love working with teens, their families, and couples to foster new ways of interacting/communicating with each other to one that is more productive and understanding. I have several years of experience working with teens and can help teens and their families work through what can be a challenging time. I also enjoy individual work (all ages) & will offer honest/direct feedback if desired. Depression, anxiety, codependency, self-harm/suicidality, substance abuse, and self-confidence are primary issues I treat. Please check out my website for more information about my practice: www.olincounselingservices.com
Substances and alcohol does not only effect the user, but family and friends who struggle to know what to do or how to handle the situation. Feeling like you are surviving and not living, wanting to get outside of yourself, or watching someone become self destructive and not knowing how to help can feel devastating to individuals. Getting clean and or sober While adjusting to everyday life can be difficult but I am here to help. Together we can create your path to recovery and lay down the foundation to how that looks. Together we can help you cope watching a loved one becoming self destructive with drugs or alcohol.
Substances and alcohol does not only effect the user, but family and friends who struggle to know what to do or how to handle the situation. Feeling like you are surviving and not living, wanting to get outside of yourself, or watching someone become self destructive and not knowing how to help can feel devastating to individuals. Getting clean and or sober While adjusting to everyday life can be difficult but I am here to help. Together we can create your path to recovery and lay down the foundation to how that looks. Together we can help you cope watching a loved one becoming self destructive with drugs or alcohol.
Carrie Ross Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
I help clients to break patterns that are no longer working, communicate more effectively, resolve relationship crises, and learn more about themselves as partners and as people. I see clients from all backgrounds and relationship styles, including LGBTQ+ community and those in non-monogamous relationship structures. I help individuals, both kids and adults, couples, and families identify and understand patterns that are no longer working and, co-create goals to support growth and change for both the self and their relationships.
I help clients to break patterns that are no longer working, communicate more effectively, resolve relationship crises, and learn more about themselves as partners and as people. I see clients from all backgrounds and relationship styles, including LGBTQ+ community and those in non-monogamous relationship structures. I help individuals, both kids and adults, couples, and families identify and understand patterns that are no longer working and, co-create goals to support growth and change for both the self and their relationships.
I am a sexologist and licensed couples therapist. I maintain a private practice with a focus on sex therapy. My areas of expertise are intimate relationships, pleasure, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, lack of desire, difficulties with orgasm, difficulties with erections and orgasm, pain and discomfort in sex, alternative sexualities and lifestyles, sexual abuse and violence. My approach is one that is positive, validating, and nurturing.
I am a sexologist and licensed couples therapist. I maintain a private practice with a focus on sex therapy. My areas of expertise are intimate relationships, pleasure, infidelity, sexual desire discrepancies, lack of desire, difficulties with orgasm, difficulties with erections and orgasm, pain and discomfort in sex, alternative sexualities and lifestyles, sexual abuse and violence. My approach is one that is positive, validating, and nurturing.
Darien Counseling and Coaching, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820
Everyone has a story to tell and sometimes the bravest thing a person can do is share their story. When your story is holding you back from becoming the greatest version of yourself then it’s time to work through any negative messages you may have been telling yourself. I believe we all have the tools we need to accomplish our goals and sometimes we need a different perspective.
Everyone has a story to tell and sometimes the bravest thing a person can do is share their story. When your story is holding you back from becoming the greatest version of yourself then it’s time to work through any negative messages you may have been telling yourself. I believe we all have the tools we need to accomplish our goals and sometimes we need a different perspective.
I believe we all have challenges and hardships to manage and overcome. And sometimes we need extra support to help us get unstuck and move forward. My approach is to meet you where you are in a safe place, without judgement, and with hope so you can become the best version of yourself. "An arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. When life is dragging you back with difficulties, it means it's going to launch you into something great. So just focus, and keep aiming".
I believe we all have challenges and hardships to manage and overcome. And sometimes we need extra support to help us get unstuck and move forward. My approach is to meet you where you are in a safe place, without judgement, and with hope so you can become the best version of yourself. "An arrow can only be shot by pulling it backward. When life is dragging you back with difficulties, it means it's going to launch you into something great. So just focus, and keep aiming".
Deborah Friedland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820 (Online Only)
I have over 15 years experience working for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, serving clients with severe illnesses in both inpatient and outpatient settings throughout the state. Using evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, and Harm Reduction, I work with adults experiencing mood instability, grief & loss, personality disorders, problematic substance use, difficult transitions, anxiety, depression and general malaise become the best versions of themselves.
I have over 15 years experience working for the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, serving clients with severe illnesses in both inpatient and outpatient settings throughout the state. Using evidence-based techniques such as CBT, DBT, and Harm Reduction, I work with adults experiencing mood instability, grief & loss, personality disorders, problematic substance use, difficult transitions, anxiety, depression and general malaise become the best versions of themselves.
Sara Mathews Dixon, LCSW Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
I believe that everyone has a right to go through life feeling well, happy and positive about themselves. This can be difficult when living life with mental health issues. I use a solution focused, person-centered approach, partnering with my clients to ensure that they play an integral part in the planning and treatment process. This results in clients that are more focused and prepared for treatment. They generally achieve better results and experience the treatment process positively.
I believe that everyone has a right to go through life feeling well, happy and positive about themselves. This can be difficult when living life with mental health issues. I use a solution focused, person-centered approach, partnering with my clients to ensure that they play an integral part in the planning and treatment process. This results in clients that are more focused and prepared for treatment. They generally achieve better results and experience the treatment process positively.
Ashley Galvin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820
I enjoy connecting with my clients and working collaboratively with them to create positive change. I strongly believe that no one is "too far gone", "too damaged", or "beyond help". All individuals have an innate ability to self-right, heal, change, grow and thrive, which starts from the inside out. Sometimes this is difficult to foster, but that does not mean it cannot be done. You have already begun your journey by visiting this page. In my practice, I utilize a caring, holistic, client-centered approach tailoring treatment specifically to each individual, as one size does not fit all.
I enjoy connecting with my clients and working collaboratively with them to create positive change. I strongly believe that no one is "too far gone", "too damaged", or "beyond help". All individuals have an innate ability to self-right, heal, change, grow and thrive, which starts from the inside out. Sometimes this is difficult to foster, but that does not mean it cannot be done. You have already begun your journey by visiting this page. In my practice, I utilize a caring, holistic, client-centered approach tailoring treatment specifically to each individual, as one size does not fit all.
Life is not easy, but with the right help, challenges really can become opportunities for growth. My aim as a therapist is to provide clients with a judgment-free space where they can openly examine their lives and express their true feelings. I view each client as a unique individual and believe there is no one size-fits-all technique to psychotherapy. My approach is integrative, collaborative, and empathetic. My main goals as a therapist are to help my clients develop new ways of looking at their thinking, identify limiting or unhealthy patterns, and help them move
Life is not easy, but with the right help, challenges really can become opportunities for growth. My aim as a therapist is to provide clients with a judgment-free space where they can openly examine their lives and express their true feelings. I view each client as a unique individual and believe there is no one size-fits-all technique to psychotherapy. My approach is integrative, collaborative, and empathetic. My main goals as a therapist are to help my clients develop new ways of looking at their thinking, identify limiting or unhealthy patterns, and help them move
Natalie McAlister
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed, overworked, under appreciated or at your wit's end? Perhaps your current coping mechanisms aren't working so well or are creating tension in your intimate relationships? I believe the answers to your problems lie within you and through talking and exploring your emotions and reactions, we can construct solutions that can enhance your life. (Exclusively telehealth at this time.)
Do you feel overwhelmed, overworked, under appreciated or at your wit's end? Perhaps your current coping mechanisms aren't working so well or are creating tension in your intimate relationships? I believe the answers to your problems lie within you and through talking and exploring your emotions and reactions, we can construct solutions that can enhance your life. (Exclusively telehealth at this time.)
I am so proud of you for starting this process of looking for a therapist for your self or someone you love. It takes tremendous courage to begin. I am a psychotherapist who believes strongly in the power of the therapeutic relationship, which can allow healing to take place. I work with individuals in adulthood and believe that therapy should be tailored to each individual. I meet with a wide variety of clients, including those with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting and relational concerns, anger management, addictions and low self esteem.
I am so proud of you for starting this process of looking for a therapist for your self or someone you love. It takes tremendous courage to begin. I am a psychotherapist who believes strongly in the power of the therapeutic relationship, which can allow healing to take place. I work with individuals in adulthood and believe that therapy should be tailored to each individual. I meet with a wide variety of clients, including those with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, parenting and relational concerns, anger management, addictions and low self esteem.
Elizabeth Ferrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820 (Online Only)
I have almost ten years experience providing clinical care to individuals experiencing mental illness. My specialties include the treatment of depression, anxiety, dual diagnosis disorders, substance use disorders, eating and body image issues and the treatment of trauma. I use an evidence-based approach, drawing from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing as well.
I have almost ten years experience providing clinical care to individuals experiencing mental illness. My specialties include the treatment of depression, anxiety, dual diagnosis disorders, substance use disorders, eating and body image issues and the treatment of trauma. I use an evidence-based approach, drawing from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing as well.
Sarah Turney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820 (Online Only)
Welcome. Are you struggling in your interpersonal relationships? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by worries and intrusive thoughts? Do past negative experiences keep you from moving forward and achieving your goals? I can help you get to where you want to be. I have over 10 years working in the field in various mental health settings. My empathetic and nonjudgmental approach creates a safe and supportive space for you to explore your emotions and confront life's challenges. I can help you to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and achieve improved mental and emotional well-being.
Welcome. Are you struggling in your interpersonal relationships? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by worries and intrusive thoughts? Do past negative experiences keep you from moving forward and achieving your goals? I can help you get to where you want to be. I have over 10 years working in the field in various mental health settings. My empathetic and nonjudgmental approach creates a safe and supportive space for you to explore your emotions and confront life's challenges. I can help you to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and achieve improved mental and emotional well-being.
Shannon Bazelais
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820 (Online Only)
I have clinical experience treating adults and adolescents suffering from addiction, domestic violence, eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, and psycho-social challenges. I approach therapy from a strengths-based perspective, incorporating treatment modalities such as Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing.
I have clinical experience treating adults and adolescents suffering from addiction, domestic violence, eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, and psycho-social challenges. I approach therapy from a strengths-based perspective, incorporating treatment modalities such as Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing.
Finding balance while juggling life's responsibilities can at times be overwhelming. We all need help sorting through our feelings. I have genuine empathy for people and the human experience. This quality underlines my passion to guide my clients to a purpose filled life. Whether you're faced with a temporary crisis or you're looking to learn skills necessary to have a balanced life, I offer a safe space, full of support with the goal to promote understanding and self-awareness.
Finding balance while juggling life's responsibilities can at times be overwhelming. We all need help sorting through our feelings. I have genuine empathy for people and the human experience. This quality underlines my passion to guide my clients to a purpose filled life. Whether you're faced with a temporary crisis or you're looking to learn skills necessary to have a balanced life, I offer a safe space, full of support with the goal to promote understanding and self-awareness.
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Online Therapists
Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.