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Obsessive-compulsive disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Hamden, CT

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Top OCD therapists and psychiatrists in Hamden, CT

Managing obsessions and compulsions takes specialized care. Headway's Hamden network includes providers experienced in Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and SSRI management for OCD. Access 540 therapists with open availability, free consultations, and support for contamination fears, checking behaviors, and harm-related worries.

Chinedu Ibemadu

Chinedu Ibemadu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to understand the person behind the diagnosis and create a treatment plan that reflects your individual needs, experiences, and goals.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicholas Stanzione

Nicholas Stanzione

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Nick Stanzione, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a comprehensive background in both inpatient psychiatry and outpatient mental health care. He earned his Master of Science in Nursing from Fairfield University, where he received advanced training in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and holistic psychiatric care. With years of experience as a psychiatric RN and clinical leader, Nick approaches treatment with empathy, clinical precision, and a strong emphasis on patient collaboration. He works with adults across the lifespan, tailoring care to meet each individual’s needs. Nick is committed to reducing stigma, improving access to care, and supporting long-term mental wellness through evidence-based, person-centered treatment.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ana Perez

Ana Perez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Taking that first step toward mental health care can feel like a lot, and I want to make it easier. I offer telehealth appointments in Connecticut, and I bring over three years of community mental health experience to every session. Whether you are navigating anxiety, working through depression, or healing from trauma, I meet you where you are and help you build a plan that fits your actual life. My approach is warm, practical, and focused on what works. I am here to help you move forward, one step at a time.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Frescia Velarde

Frescia Velarde

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


If you've ever felt like your brain works a little differently — constantly moving, questioning, or feeling things more deeply than you know what to do with — you're not alone, and you're in the right place. I work with children, teenagers, and young adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and the pressures that come with just trying to figure life out. Many of my clients arrive feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck in cycles of self-doubt and exhaustion. Whatever brings you here, I want you to know that what you're experiencing makes sense — and things really can get better.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Justin Parsley

Justin Parsley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in providing a safe, judgment free environment of compassion, support, and unconditional positive regard to help my clients overcome obstacles in their lives so that they can move forward and thrive.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katharine DiPalma

Katharine DiPalma

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a warm, supportive space where you can feel comfortable being yourself as we explore life's challenges together.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ryan Sforza

Ryan Sforza

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My framework consists of: Relational Psychodynamic/Interpersonal, CBT, and Life Course Approaches with the sensitivity drawn toward Trauma Informed Therapy practices.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Salome Tsurtsumia

Salome Tsurtsumia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Last 8 years I have been working in community mental health nursing serving population with various mental health needs...”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Moya O'Leary

Moya O'Leary

Therapist

Virtual • Canton, CT


I’m Dr. Moya O’Leary, PsyD, LPC, a licensed therapist specializing in perinatal and maternal mental health. I help women and families navigate the emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, fertility struggles, and pregnancy loss. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT and trauma-informed care. I believe therapy should feel supportive, practical, and tailored to your real life — not a one-size-fits-all process.

OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Massa

Amanda Massa

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is collaborative and goal-oriented with the use of specific evidence-based strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Heyu Wang

Heyu Wang

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Many of my clients are immigrants, international students, or individuals from collectivist backgrounds who struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, or the impact of intergenerational trauma.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bozena Padykula

Bozena Padykula

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take an integrative, holistic approach that combines evidence-based psychotherapy with an understanding of how the mind, body, and environment shape mental health.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kassidy Green

Kassidy Green

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Connecticut, and I work with individuals, families, and couples using relational and psychodynamic psychotherapy. We will explore how you can build greater confidence and self-esteem. You will develop new skill sets to process anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflict. I work with individuals including children, teens, couples, and families to explore and treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, college preparedness, OCD, family conflict, court/legal process, life transitions, and trauma.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Samantha Lozano

Samantha Lozano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a licensed professional counselor who has worked with teens for the last 4 years. I work with teens who experience difficulties navigating new transitions and need guidance to help themselves. I also have experience working with teens who have difficulties with ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief, OCD, and trauma.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrew Castillo

Andrew Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I see therapy as a collaborative endeavor using both art therapy and talk therapy. I am not here to be your boss and tell you what to do.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eugene Blackwell

Eugene Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I often hear that I am very easy to talk with and together we use that relationship to quickly get to the issues causing you distress and what you want to change.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Samantha Vamosy

Samantha Vamosy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello! My name is Samantha Vamosy and I am so happy you are interested in working together. I know starting a therapy process whether you have before or this is your first time can be scary and uncomfortable. I hope we can work through this time together making this journey as helpful and special as possible. My passions have always aligned with helping others and listening in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and curious way. I find real change occurs when a person can fully explore their life in a holistic way. Whether it is current mental health symptoms or past traumas holistic healing is possible for everyone. I received my Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Fairfield University and achieved my LPC after completing 3000 hours in an outpatient clinic for substance abuse.

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melissa Lewis

Melissa Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I truly believe that everyone has the power and ability to overcome life's struggles and my job is too help them find it!”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Dr. Buchanan strives to meet each client's needs through empathetic communication and personalized evidence-based care.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stanley Okeyemi

Stanley Okeyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


I am Stanley Okeyemi, the founder of Brighter Light Behavioral Health Services. I am currently licensed as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in Texas, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Washington, North Carolina, Nebraska, Virginia and New York. I have been working in the mental health industry for 16 years, but licensed as a PMHNP for four years, with a vast amount of experience and affiliations with over 40 hospitals/clinics combined across the USA

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Craig Conover

Craig Conover

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Craig specializes in working with children, adolescents, parent-child relationships, and family therapy.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Suzanne Lavallee

Suzanne Lavallee

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Having been a Registered Nurse and now with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology, I use my LPC to help clients explore their early childhood experience and their feelings and behaviors toward those experiences.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Neophytos Papaneophytou

Dr. Neophytos Papaneophytou

Therapist

Virtual • New Haven, CT


“I aim to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard. Whatever brought you here, you deserve support — and I'm glad to be part of your path forward.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alison Schneider

Alison Schneider

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a tool to help you challenge your thoughts, to increase positive feelings and healthy decision making.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Audra Antoniello

Audra Antoniello

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to meet you where you are, collaborate on goals that matter to you, and help you create a life that feels more connected, balanced, and authentic.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lawrence Ogbogu

Dr. Lawrence Ogbogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Norwalk, CT


“My approach combines medication management with therapy and lifestyle recommendations to support my client mental health.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Catherine Jennings

Catherine Jennings

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have over 20 years of professional experience helping clients manage stress and anxiety, navigate life changes, and build stronger interpersonal relationships.”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carla Pileggi Caviola

Carla Pileggi Caviola

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I love coming along side clients and helping them grow towards health and their goals they establish in therapy.”
OCD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lizabeth Mason

Lizabeth Mason

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, CT


“What I love most about therapy is that this is a time that is completely focused on my client(s) in a world where people are being forgotten or ignored.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Chik

Andrea Chik

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I like taking a more holistic approach and utilizing integrative care approaches with psychopharmacological treatment options.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ujunwa OKwukaogu

Ujunwa OKwukaogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to build a safe, empathetic, and collaborative environment where clients feel empowered to take an active role in their healing journey.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alicia Albertson

Alicia Albertson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in treating eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and body image concerns.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marissa Abate

Marissa Abate

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is rooted in the belief that you already have everything you need within you to heal — my job isn't to fix you, but to help you access the wisdom, strength, and clarity that's already there.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Eric Gutgarts

Dr. Eric Gutgarts

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


I am the Founder of EQ Therapy (eqtherapy.co), a private practice designed for high-performing clients. I also teach at NYU in their graduate mental health counseling program. My dissertation at Johns Hopkins focused on the mental health experience of intercollegiate student-athletes. I supervise therapists at EQ Therapy who are accepting new clients for individual and couples therapy. If you're a couple, college student, industry leader, entrepreneur, or athlete, schedule a session with with me today!

OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Amber Edwards

Amber Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am an outgoing, energetic, and motivated, skilled therapist with a passion for working with children, families, adults and communities.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brianna Linares

Brianna Linares

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Alongside my professional identity, I also identify as a yogi, a trauma survivor, and a client in therapy, and have years of experience in individual talk therapy treatment.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Emily Soucy

Emily Soucy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I value creating a safe and collaborative therapeutic space where you feel heard, understood, and supported.”
OCD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brooke Davidson

Brooke Davidson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“She feels that although therapy can be hard work, it can also be fun and enjoyable when you add a little bit of humor.”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nikki Katz

Nikki Katz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Therapy with me is collaborative, calming, & restorative. We work together using skills systems including DBT, CBT, & ACT...”
OCD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Kronenberg

Daniel Kronenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Sessions with me will lean heavily into both humor and storytelling, which help facilitate a comfortable environment for clients...”
OCD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with OCD in Hamden, CT

Number of therapists serving Hamden, CT
There are over 534 therapists in Hamden, CT accepting new patients.
534+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%OCD
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 84%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 46%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 9%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 22%Man
License types
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  • 33%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 30%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 27%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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