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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Connecticut

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Connecticut

Struggling with intrusive memories, nightmares, or avoidance after trauma? Headway's Connecticut network offers specialized PTSD care including exposure therapy and relaxation training. With 1,431 providers and flexible virtual or in-person sessions, healing is accessible—many patients save 75% through insurance coverage.

Jenna Gleason

Jenna Gleason

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be a space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves, without feeling judged or pressured to have everything figured out.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Beth VanKeuren Maldonado

Beth VanKeuren Maldonado

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a therapist (LCSW) with over 25 years of clinical experience including inpatient, outpatient, IOP psychiatric hospital-based setting with adults 18 and up.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Bolduc

Amanda Bolduc

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to help clients feel at ease, understood, and supported throughout the therapeutic process.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Zinny Ezete

Zinny Ezete

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Living with ADHD, anxiety, or depression is exhausting — especially when you're trying to hold everything together at the same time. You deserve a provider who meets you where you are and builds a plan that actually moves you forward.I'm Zinny Ezete, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with licenses in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. I specialize in medication management and psychiatric care for teenagers and adults dealing with ADHD, anxiety disorders, and depression. My approach is direct, evidence-based, and built around your real life — not a generic protocol.My clinical background includes forensic psychiatry, inpatient psychiatric care, and advanced practice across major New York City hospital systems. I've worked with patients at every level of complexity, which means I bring both depth and flexibility to your care.I'm a good fit for you if:

— You've been struggling with ADHD that affects your focus, relationships, or career

— Anxiety is running your decisions or keeping you up at night

— Depression has been dulling your life and you're ready for something to actually change

— You want a provider who is thorough, honest, and treats you like an intelligent adultI offer telehealth appointments in NY, NJ, and CT and am currently accepting new patients. Scheduling is fast — because waiting weeks for help you need now doesn't make sense.Let's get started.Zinny Ezete, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Telehealth | NY | NJ | CT | ADHD | Anxiety | Depression | Medication Management

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karen Fahey

Karen Fahey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm and non judgmental. I strive to offer acceptance to my clients and to meet you where you are on your journey to greater self love and acceptance.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Samantha Andersen-Drenckhahn

Samantha Andersen-Drenckhahn

Therapist

Virtual • Newtown, CT


“My approach is psychodynamic, which in short means that I believe our early relationships impact how we interact in the world today.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charlene Carr

Charlene Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, the elderly, and individuals navigating mental health challenges and grief and loss.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Quashante Ollivierre

Quashante Ollivierre

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My mission is to provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can unpack what's on your mind, let go of what's heavy, and discover new ways to thrive.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joana Milla

Joana Milla

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Norwalk, CT


Psychiatric provider with experience supporting children, adults, and older adults, I provide compassionate, holistic, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to your needs. Through comprehensive assessments, personalized screenings, lab testing, psychotherapy, medication management, and education, I empower you to understand your treatment and potential responses.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Charlotte Wandell

Charlotte Wandell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Great to meet you! I believe mental health care is most effective when it is built on a foundation of mutual respect, active listening, and genuine support. In my practice, I specialize in working with adults navigating the complexities of anxiety, depression, chronic stress, and major life transitions. I understand that seeking help can feel overwhelming, so I prioritize a relationship where you feel heard not just as a patient, but as a person.

PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yomaris Ramos Rivera

Yomaris Ramos Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be more than just a space to vent — it should help you understand yourself more deeply, break unhealthy emotional patterns, and create meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Steven Jack

Steven Jack

Therapist

Virtual • Killingworth, CT


“As a semi-professional musician for over 40 years, (acting and photography as well) I have an inside perspective into the struggles of people who are in the Arts world.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lisa Quaranta

Lisa Quaranta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“With 20 years of psychiatric experience, my telehealth practice brings hospital-level expertise and advanced psychopharmacology directly to you from the comfort of your own home.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cynthia Mullen

Cynthia Mullen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I base all of my clients' treatment on their particular needs and direct my therapy approach based on that!”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Jaron Cotton

Jaron Cotton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Hard work, personal growth, and self-exploration is what distinguishes psychotherapy from everyday support.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christopher Carlin

Christopher Carlin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing and psychodynamics to assist the client in moving forward in their work.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kevin Shea

Kevin Shea

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Southbury, CT


“Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable individuals who appear to be managing well on the outside, but internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally exhausted.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Janette Pellus

Janette Pellus

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I love to work with those who want to understand the origins of their problems, experiencing life transitions, problems in essential relationships, depression, and childhood trauma or loss.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrew Austin

Andrew Austin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that YOU are the expert in your own life. Rather than me offer up solutions, I'll create a warm, positive environment to consider how to move forward regarding challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Ellen Kessel

Dr. Ellen Kessel

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be both reflective and practical. Insight matters, but it is most useful when it helps people feel less stuck and make meaningful changes in how they relate, cope, decide, and move through their lives.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Thomas Bergvik

Thomas Bergvik

Therapist

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


“I have worked in the health care field for over 40 years, in private practice for 12 of those years, much of it with people who have grappled with many difficult problems such as major mental illness, substance abuse issues, and homelessness.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Kruger Lacayo

Maria Kruger Lacayo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stamford, CT


“I have worked in various settings such as community centers, schools, hospitals and private practice.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jose Garcia-Mercado

Jose Garcia-Mercado

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I’m Jose Garcia, a licensed therapist (LICSW, CCM) with over a decade of experience helping adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, substance use, and life transitions. I provide a supportive, culturally sensitive, and bilingual environment to help clients feel understood and empowered to grow.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Courtney Juliano

Courtney Juliano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe the relationship built between therapist and client is one of the most important tools in the healing process.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexei Kasanzew

Dr. Alexei Kasanzew

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a bilingual (Spanish) licensed mental health counselor with more than 25 years of experience helping adults and couples. My career began in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where I earned my PhD and worked as a licensed psychologist. After moving to the US, I completed a Master’s in mental health counseling at the University of Miami and became licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Beall

Nicole Beall

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“I believe lasting change happens when we address both the emotional challenges people face and the patterns that keep those challenges going.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kara Aniballi

Kara Aniballi

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth — rooted in the idea that meaningful change happens when you feel genuinely heard and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aviyanca Prakash

Aviyanca Prakash

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in supporting immigrants and communities of color, with a commitment to helping destigmatize mental health and making therapy feel approachable and inclusive.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tami Mcmanus

Dr. Tami Mcmanus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenwich, CT


“My style is warm, engaging, and collaborative. I view us as teammates working together to treat the root causes of your symptoms and help you feel better.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Britney Thomas

Britney Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Monroe, CT


“My goal is to provide care that feels supportive, personalized, and grounded in each client's unique needs.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mina Metreaud

Mina Metreaud

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in trauma, EMDR, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy to re-establish a sense of safety and agency using the body's natural healing system.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jye Breckenridge

Jye Breckenridge

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Many people turn to psychotherapy or counseling for help with anxiety, depression, trauma, and painful relationship patterns, or simply because they feel something is missing from life. At times, we may lack the words to describe our struggles or suffering. By gaining insight into past relationships and experiences, many people begin to make progress toward overcoming these difficulties, becoming more effective in both their work and their personal lives. I am a licensed clinician with 20 years of experience helping individuals achieve a more fulfilling life.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mariah Benjamin

Mariah Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 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...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Pamela English

Pamela English

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stamford, CT


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy mainly with other types of talk therapy to gather information from the client initially.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Hagen

Wendy Hagen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


My name is Wendy Hagen, and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).

I believe therapy should feel both comfortable and useful in your everyday life. We’ll talk about what’s happening, but we’ll also work on practical skills you can use between sessions. I want you to feel comfortable being yourself, knowing you’ll be met with compassion, honesty, and without judgment.

There may be difficult conversations, moments when something finally clicks, and probably some humor along the way. I’ll listen, offer perspective, and gently challenge you when it may help. My goal is for you to leave with greater clarity, confidence, and tools you can actually use as you navigate life.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Gaete

Stephanie Gaete

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Life can be a lot. Between juggling work, friends and family life, anxiety and sadness can sneak up on you. Therapy isn’t about lying on a couch while someone silently nods, it’s about having a real convo with someone who gets it. Together, we’ll work together out how to quiet the noise, boost your mental health, and build habits that make life feel less like survival mode and more like you actually living it. Life throws curveballs — and when we don’t fully process them, they can sneakily pile up as stress, anxiety, or that heavy feeling you just can’t shake. That’s where therapy comes in.

My mission is simple: create a space where you can express yourself, shake off the weight you’ve been carrying, and explore who you’ve been, who you are, and who you want to become. A safe zone for real talk and growth. EMDR (a way of helping your brain re-file old memories so they don’t keep hitting the panic button), systems theory, person centered theory.

Therapy with me isn’t about lying on a couch in awkward silence. It’s modern, collaborative, sometimes even a little fun — because growth doesn’t always have to feel heavy. I’m open-minded yet structured and here to make the process feel less like a chore and more like a genuine reset.

For insurances I do not accept: Out of network provider: 4 questions to ask insurance representative: Does your plan include "out-of-network" coverage for mental health? What is your annual deductible for mental health benefits? What is your co-insurance? (What percentage does the plan cover?) Is there a limit on sessions?

PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolina DeLaire

Carolina DeLaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Glastonbury, CT


“I offer medication management with a warm, collaborative, and holistic approach, always considering the whole person—not just the symptoms.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Keri Zwerner

Keri Zwerner

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“We all have the power and ability to make positive changes in our lives to grow and learn, sometimes we just need help finding our strengths to do so.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adeleye Ogunlade

Adeleye Ogunlade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach blends traditional psychiatric care with a holistic lens, looking at the whole picture, including nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional well-being.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christine Dempsey

Christine Dempsey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Using a person-centered, compassionate approach, I integrate cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based therapies to help you better understand yourself...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with trauma and PTSD in Connecticut

Number of therapists serving Connecticut
There are over 1,420 therapists in Connecticut accepting new patients.
1,420+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Trauma
  • 89%Stress management
  • 81%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 17%Man
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%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
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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