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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Hamden, CT

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Hamden, CT

Postpartum mental health support in Hamden connects you with 487 licensed providers experienced in addressing postpartum-related concerns. Access virtual or in-person sessions with compassionate providers who understand the unique challenges of this period, with many offering free consultations and availability within days.

Rikkia Ben Yehudah

Rikkia Ben Yehudah

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Hamden, CT


“I provide a safe nurturing space. I utilize a combination of modalities which help clients tap into their imagination, body sensations, feelings, and thought processes in profound ways.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mariah Benjamin

Mariah Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Cheshire, CT


“In my sessions, I'm not just a listener – I'm an educator, equipping you with a deeper understanding of your symptoms...”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Stephanie Janes

Stephanie Janes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • Orange, CT


“My therapeutic style is respectful of where the client is currently and co-creating the life and relationships the client aspires to achieve.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Damaris Torres

Damaris Torres

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Trumbull, CT


“I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and life transitions, including women's mental health such as perimenopause, menopause, and postpartum.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Yevgenia Kochian

Yevgenia Kochian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Fairfield, CT


“I employ integrative therapy techniques from diverse therapeutic orientations, encompassing humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness practices.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Judy Earlington

Judy Earlington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Wethersfield, CT


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered, with a focus on creating a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout the therapeutic process.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Geina Palmer

Geina Palmer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Hartford, CT


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.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alena Josephson

Alena Josephson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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
Jenece Hill-White

Jenece Hill-White

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Farmington, CT


“I will encourage clients to stand in their truth and be willing to be a productive part of their change process.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christine Olson

Christine Olson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Fairfield, CT


“Clients can expect a consistent and safe space to be themselves, while learning how to best navigate their current challenges / stressors.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicola Weise

Nicola Weise

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Berlin, CT


“My approach is warm, authentic, and non-judgmental creating a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Ann Murphy

Carol Ann Murphy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Brookfield, CT


“I keep sessions conversational and relaxed, which helps me get to know you better and spot patterns as we go.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Milagros Sinclair

Milagros Sinclair

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manchester, CT


“I have an engaging approach and provide a safe space for vulnerability and offer both faith based and evidenced based treatment modalities.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Maria Sweeney

Maria Sweeney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Old Saybrook, CT


“I work best with clients who are seeking relief from the people pleasing, codependency, loop that leads to exhaustion and low moods.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Pfeifer-Andrin

Erin Pfeifer-Andrin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Madison, CT


Hi! I have over 20 yrs of experience as a therapist and practice from a CBT perspective. I pride myself on being an attentive listener and I enjoy helping clients explore their issues, gain perspective and insight, learn new skills, and evolve through healing and personal growth.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Germaine Lawrence

Germaine Lawrence

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Danbury, CT


“I practice from a place of cultural humility honoring each client's identity, background, and lived experience as central to their healing, not incidental to it.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mekessia Richards-Carby

Mekessia Richards-Carby

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Hartford, CT


“Understanding mental health is influenced by many factors; I work with my patients to explore their biology, psychology, and environment to better care for their mental health needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Deborah Rivera

Deborah Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in helping adults and veterans navigate heavy burdens such as depression, anxiety, profound grief, trauma, and family substance abuse.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alison Birdsey

Alison Birdsey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My practice is dedicated exclusively to women's healthcare, offering specialized care for perinatal mental health, perimenopause and menopause, and sexual well-being.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erin Sember

Erin Sember

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and women. I am a school psychologist with almost 20 years of experience...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“My therapeutic style is approachable, humorous, and open-minded, tailored to meet individual client needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Janessa Stawitz

Janessa Stawitz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative, down-to-earth partnership where you feel genuinely seen and supported.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassondra Dennis

Cassondra Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Client's describe me as authentic, safe, relatable, and assertive. Professional enough to help, human enough to relate. I believe that authenticity is at the center of healing, hope, and change. My approach reflects those core values and is individualized to your specific goals and desires.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Venesa White

Venesa White

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello, and welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care. My practice focuses on supporting young and middle-aged adults experiencing depression, trauma, anxiety, ADHD symptoms, and life transitions, as well as working mothers and new moms balancing the demands of family, career, and personal well-being.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy works best when people feel genuinely comfortable being themselves, not judged, analyzed, or pressured to "have it all figured out."”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Keri Zwerner

Keri Zwerner

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Sometimes life is hard...and sometimes, the word “hard” doesn't begin to cover it.

You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, lost, or simply tired of feeling the way you do. Maybe you know that experiences from your past are still affecting you today, or you find yourself repeating patterns you understand but can't seem to change. Other times, you may not know exactly what's wrong...you just know that something isn't working anymore.

Over the years, I've helped adults heal unresolved wounds from childhood, develop greater self-awareness and self-esteem, improve relationships, and make life-enhancing changes that allow them to feel more connected to themselves and the lives they want to live. I work with people navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, and the everyday challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed.

I believe we all have the ability to grow and make meaningful changes in our lives. Sometimes we just need some help finding our strengths and figuring out what we need now.

Each of us has our own unique story and experiences. It's a privilege when someone chooses to share their story with me, and I'll meet you wherever you are in yours.


**Please note: I may have availability beyond what is currently shown on my calendar. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly to schedule a consultation call: [email protected] :)

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosa Vargas-Thomas

Rosa Vargas-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I bring a compassionate, collaborative, and nonjudgmental approach to every session — meeting each person where they are.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elisabeth Peralta

Elisabeth Peralta

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel like a safe space where you can talk freely, gain insight, and start seeing progress- not just a place to vent.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly DeVylder

Holly DeVylder

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a holistic approach to care, treating the patient as a whole person, rather than treating individual symptoms.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nekeisha Hutchinson

Nekeisha Hutchinson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am patient, empathetic, solution oriented and find it fulfilling when partnering with people to achieve growth and success.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katherine Velez

Katherine Velez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm Katherine Velez, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW from Fordham University and over 12 years in the field.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julianne Kivlin

Julianne Kivlin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“You don't need a perfectly organized story or polished goals. I'll also explain how I work, so you can feel out whether my style is a good fit.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Muhammad Iqbal

Dr. Muhammad Iqbal

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a board-certified psychiatrist committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and person‐centered care to individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. My training includes a general psychiatry residency in New Jersey and an advanced Addiction Psychiatry/NIDA‐T32 Research Fellowship at Columbia University in New York City, where I received specialized experience in the treatment of substance use disorders, comorbidity, and academic research.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura MacDonald

Laura MacDonald

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that change is possible when you can learn to manage the stress, fear, trauma, or other obstacles impeding your progress.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shannon Fatjo

Shannon Fatjo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, knowing what they need and having the capability to direct their own journey.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa McKenna

Lisa McKenna

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Her approach is warm, affirming, and direct—creating a space where clients feel supported while also gaining the clarity and direction needed for meaningful, lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Rebecca Addai

Dr. Rebecca Addai

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a collaborative approach, which means we work together to understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools for everyday life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara deCarvalho

Sara deCarvalho

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe our life experiences, circumstances, and even our trauma live in the body, not just the mind, and I bring that understanding into how I show up with clients.”
Maternal mental health, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sheila Kearney

Sheila Kearney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Using active listening and motivational interviewing, I employ a client centered approach utilizing evidence-based techniques.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roxana Cevallos

Roxana Cevallos

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to delivering empathetic care to every individual who comes looking for a change. For over a decade, I have specialized in treating Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar and other mood disorders, as well as OCD, ADHD, dual diagnosis, and trauma (PTSD). I have treated various populations: adults, young adults, and adolescents, as well as seniors. When in sessions, I focused on outcomes and realistic goals for all my clients, most of my clients start getting better in a short period of time.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Hamden, CT
There are over 486 therapists in Hamden, CT accepting new patients.
486+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 93%Stress management
  • 88%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 53%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 95%Woman
  • 4%Man
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 31%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
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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