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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Bridgeport, CT

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Bridgeport, CT

Postpartum mental health support in Bridgeport connects you with 509 licensed providers experienced in postpartum depression, anxiety, and related concerns. Access therapy virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage to prioritize your wellbeing during this significant life transition.

Elizabeth Mcmahon

Elizabeth Mcmahon

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have been a psychotherapist at Yale for 30 years. I earned my Master's degree from the University of Connecticut in 1995.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Kuklevsky

Megan Kuklevsky

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Healing isn't about erasing the past. It's about understanding it well enough that it no longer runs the show.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alicia Rodriguez

Alicia Rodriguez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rocky Hill, CT


“I have extensive experience working with pregnant women, new moms, and those coping with the emotional challenges that come with postpartum life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Renesha Nichols

Renesha Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bloomfield, CT


“I specialize in working with individuals who feel stuck, hopeless, or uncertain about their path forward.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alena Josephson

Alena Josephson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rocky Hill, CT


“I like to build relationships with families to help people and children feel safe, comfortable and seen.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jenna Feldman

Jenna Feldman

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is dynamic, warm, and curious. Together we'll explore deep-rooted beliefs and feelings, process the past and what's challenging in the present...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Madeleine English

Madeleine English

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in working with women "across the spectrum of motherhood." I work with women experiencing infertility, pregnancy, postpartum depression, anxiety, OCD, heavy mental loads, mom guilt, and empty nests. I have advanced training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and use evidence based approaches in my work.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Veintimilla

Karen Veintimilla

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


No single approach fits all clients; I tailor my approach to each client, making it relevant to the specific problem they are facing. The best way to understand your current issues is to examine how your past influences who you are today. I also emphasize understanding your emotions and past patterns to ensure a better understanding of yourself. I strive to provide a gentle and warm experience, ensuring you are comfortable within the therapy setting and process these hard feelings through a genuine relationship. I also ensure that you understand the process of our work together so you can feel informed and empowered.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Deborah Matthews-Lonow

Dr. Deborah Matthews-Lonow

Psychologist

Virtual • Stamford, CT


“I am genuine, warm, empathic, and nonjudgmental. I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of therapy expertise.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jocelyn Flores

Jocelyn Flores

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with mothers of young children who are navigating the emotional weight of motherhood: the guilt, the identity shifts, the feeling that you've somehow lost yourself along the way.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eva Nyarko

Eva Nyarko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • East Hartford, CT


“My approach is grounded in the belief that healing is most effective when care is personalized, collaborative, and respectful of the whole person—mind, body, and lived experience.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Motley

Caroline Motley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is nurturing, non-judgmental, and attuned to nuance. I work from a non-pathological, trauma-informed framework.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammie Holt

Tammie Holt

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, and I earned my Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. I completed my Undergraduate in Psychology from Florida A&M University. I’m certified and experienced in EMDR- Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, CBT- Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Domestic Violence, Juvenile Intervention Treatment, and I'm Nationally Certified in Anger Management. I’m also a Qualified Supervisor.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Tesha Ward

Tesha Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, open-minded, and solution-oriented. I want therapy to feel comfortable, supportive, and tailored to you.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Leslie Pena-Sullivan

Dr. Leslie Pena-Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Her work experience in the field has encompassed several positions involving assessing and treating trauma in children, adolescents, and adults.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shaleen Anderson

Shaleen Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have more than 25 years of experience supporting women and military families through meaningful seasons of change.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Katrina Oskarbska

Katrina Oskarbska

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Something brought you here today. Maybe you're carrying something heavy that's hard to name. Maybe a relationship isn't working the way you hoped. Maybe life shifted in a way you weren't prepared for and you haven't felt like yourself since. Whatever it is — you're in the right place.

I work with individuals and couples navigating reproductive health, life transitions, and relationships. I specialize in infertility, pregnancy loss, and postpartum adjustment, as well as the moments when life leaves you feeling stuck, disconnected, or not quite yourself. With couples, I focus on communication, intimacy, and rebuilding trust and connection after rupture.

https://www.katrinaoskarbska.com/

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mae Winters

Mae Winters

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is warm, practical, and personalized, combining evidence-based techniques with genuine support to help you create meaningful and lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jill Zabit

Jill Zabit

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Imagine a therapeutic partnership that fosters personal awareness, insight, trust, and safety. This is what I offer!”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sonya Mastersen

Sonya Mastersen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Emotional anguish comes from the destabilization of one's grounding, sense of belonging, dignity, trust, identity — and good therapy helps to restore emotional balance, confidence, and peace of mind.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Beth Pellegrino

Beth Pellegrino

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe healing is possible, and I see therapy as a space built on connection, trust, and an approach that is thoughtfully tailored to each person's needs.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenny Carmona-Padilla

Jenny Carmona-Padilla

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach treatment with empathy, compassion, and dedication, walking alongside each individual through their journey toward growth and a more fulfilling quality of life.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elyse Gehring

Elyse Gehring

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I see it in the way my clients open up when they feel seen and supported, in the way the creation of a safe environment can give someone hope...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hunter Brooks

Hunter Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have a special passion for working with boys and young men. With so few male therapists available, I aim to offer a positive, corrective experience in a space that feels safe, empowering, and built on trust.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Cohen

Carrie Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“The first few sessions involve reviewing an intake form and talking about what presenting problems are bringing the client to therapy and their hopes and goals for our work together.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alyssa McCall

Alyssa McCall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Connecticut


“My hope is to create a space where you can exhale, feel seen, and be honest about what you have been carrying.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Carpenos

Lori Carpenos

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My own experience with depression, and the change that followed when I began to see human experience in a new way, has deeply shaped both my life and my work.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Diane Guardiani

Dr. Diane Guardiani

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Niantic, CT


If you're navigating depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, or any of the many things that can weigh on you, you deserve a clinician who takes your history seriously and works with you — not around you. That's what I aim to be. I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience treating adolescents (12+) and adults, and I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Whether medication is part of the picture or not, my goal is to help you understand what's going on and find a path forward that fits your life.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rachel Haymann

Rachel Haymann

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“When coming to sessions, you can expect to feel heard and understood and to gain insight in a supportive and affirming environment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Fanyelle Mael

Fanyelle Mael

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and hold a CASAC 2 certification in the state of NY. I have worked with people in my private practice struggling with alcohol use, marijuana use, anxiety, depression, marital concerns, and life transitions. I continue to pursue educational opportunities to enhance my skills and further my growth in the field of counseling and substance abuse. I am a mom of three kids and one dog :)

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Bellemare

Michelle Bellemare

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, humorous, and human. I hold space for the hard things while helping you find clarity, confidence, and moments of lightness along the way.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Magdalena Tokarzewski

Magdalena Tokarzewski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment in a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Susan Jacoby

Susan Jacoby

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Hi, I am Susan. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 30 years of experience in psychiatry, caring for adults with a wide range of mental health needs. I earned my BSN from Skidmore College, my MSN from Fairfield University, and I also completed training in Behavioral Sleep Medicine and adult sleep disorders at the University of Pennsylvania. Over the years, I have supported adults living with mood disorders, bipolar disorder, OCD, and ADHD, and I have also worked closely with parents and caregivers of children and adult children with special needs.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Abigail Wallman

Dr. Abigail Wallman

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am compassionate and solution-focused psychologist deeply dedicated to helping my client's navigate life's challenges. I believe in focusing on the strengths of my clients and empowering them to develop practical strategies and coping mechanisms that promote lasting positive change.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Victoria Cymerman

Victoria Cymerman

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am passionate about empowering clients to prioritize self-compassion, and offer a multidimensional therapeutic approach that prioritizes decolonization.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Theresa Twum

Theresa Twum

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Experience working at both inpatient and outpatient setting including children psychiatric inpatient, juvenile justice for incarcerated boys and girls, and sex trafficked victims.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelly Allen

Shelly Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Shelly is an integrative and holistic psychotherapist with 16+ years of experience devoted to the conversation of improving lives. Her approach is interpersonal and relational to best empower and accomplish your goals. She works collaboratively with people to improve connection. In addition to her psychotherapy expertise, she is a certified Holistic Health Coach with an extensive understanding of food and nutrition.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerry Litke

Kerry Litke

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Taking the first step toward therapy can be difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 16 years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout my career, I have worked in community mental health and held leadership roles overseeing outpatient mental health programs.

I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, infertility, women’s issues, and life transitions. I believe that while our experiences shape us, they do not have to define us. I am trained EMDR and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs and goals.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Logan McKechnie

Logan McKechnie

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use Cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based perspective and mindfulness techniques to support you in shifting unhelpful thought patterns and grounding yourself in the present.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Patricia McIntosh

Patricia McIntosh

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am passionate about "caring for the caregiver." Those of us who help others professionally may find ourselves depleted and needing to refill the energy we give so generously to others.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Bridgeport, CT

Number of therapists serving Bridgeport, CT
There are over 502 therapists in Bridgeport, CT accepting new patients.
502+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 87%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 44%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Russian
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 95%Woman
  • 5%Man
License types
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  • 49%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 12%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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