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Grief counselors and therapists in Fairfield, CT


Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Fairfield, CT
Grief and loss can feel overwhelming, and Headway connects you with compassionate providers in Fairfield experienced in grief counseling and bereavement support. Our 949 licensed providers offer evidence-based approaches like Complicated Grief Treatment and CBT to help you navigate loss and find meaning. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations to start your healing journey.
I am a licensed professional counselor and registered art therapist based in downtown Fairfield, CT. I am passionate about helping my clients promote positive change in their lives through introspection and conscious action. I utilize a holistic approach that combines counseling, coaching, art therapy, and mindfulness practices.
I have nearly a decade of experience in the mental health field. I combine compassion and my clinical expertise to support the clients I serve. My goal is to help clients navigate and overcome their struggles to support and help regain stability in their lives.
I value building a trusting, authentic relationship with each client. It’s important for clients to feel and recognize the growth and progress that naturally emerge through the process. I believe therapy works best when you feel heard, supported, and empowered every step of the way.
Hi. I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I am Cathi Brisart, a licensed Clinical Social worker (LCSW) providing therapeutic services in self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, grief and loss. I have worked with individuals seeking therapy for over 10 years. I was educated in Connecticut. Receiving my therapeutic training at Southern Connecticut State University graduated with honors (Cum Laude for undergraduate degree and Magna Cum Laude for graduate degree).
I am a licensed professional counselor and art therapist. I am a psychotherapist, solution-focused, person-centered, and mindful. I use a heart-centered approach and at times may use art and imagination in working with you. I look forward to working together to create a plan in order to reach your goal(s). By asking questions about what they would like to accomplish. Then providing or suggesting several options that are specific to their needs. I may suggest homework, worksheets, journaling, or art. Finally, work together to find the best solution and work on the most important goal first.
I have 20 years of experience working in the mental health and addiction field, I am a certified Gambling Counselor. Thirteen of the 20 years I spent in leadership roles. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and varied training in trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Fairfield, CT who help people navigate grief and loss



- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Grief or loss
- 95%Stress management
- 95%Depression
- 90%Trauma

- 100%Aetna
- 80%Cigna
- 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 55%Oxford

- 90%English
- 10%Spanish
- 5%Haitian Creole
- 5%Hindi
- 5%Malayalam

- 100%In-person or online

- 85%Woman
- 15%Man

- 50%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 30%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 15%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 5%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

- 100%Individual therapy
- 50%Family therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
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