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Find mental health support across Connecticut with 1,672 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Headway accepts 70+ insurance plans nationally, with most clients saving 75% on care and some paying as low as $0 per session.

Jillian Elliott

Jillian Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is rooted in a strength-based perspective, empowering you to draw on your innate resilience and resources.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joseph Armstrong

Joseph Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy is a place where you can gain insight, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
George Wassell

George Wassell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Bud brings a warm, empathic and accepting approach to your sessions. Using a strengths-based, solution-focused and mindfulness approach...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shonny Capodilupo

Shonny Capodilupo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I want you to know that when you come into therapy with me, you don’t have to pretend, minimize, or hold everything together. You get to show up exactly as you are — overwhelmed, hopeful, exhausted, confused, motivated, or anything in between. We take it from there together.

My favorite part of this work has always been sitting with people one‐on‐one. That’s where real connection and real healing happen. I genuinely enjoy getting to know who you are, what you’ve been carrying, and what you’re hoping might feel different.

My style is warm, steady, and honest. I listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and help you understand the experiences and patterns that are shaping your life. I’m also practical — I like to offer tools and strategies you can actually use in your day‐to‐day life, not just in the therapy room.

I work with people dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, major transitions, and substance use concerns. But most importantly, I work with people who feel stuck or weighed down and aren’t sure how to move forward. Everyone deserves a space where they can breathe and be supported.

Something I tell clients often is this: I don’t want you to just feel better — I want you to be well. Feeling better can be temporary. Being well means building insight, healing, and lasting change.

My goal is simple: to help you feel safe, understood, and supported as you find your footing and move toward what’s healthier and more meaningful for you.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Katt Vaughan

Dr. Katt Vaughan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am interested in helping people to understand their patterns, build self-value and regulate their emotions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Stacey Lopez

Stacey Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I’m a bilingual (Spanish-English), bicultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and therapist supporting teens, college students, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, stress, depression, life transitions, and cultural or identity-related concerns.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Steffen Gillom

Dr. Steffen Gillom

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a collaborative, client-centered approach and tailor our work to meet your unique needs and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christa Zummo

Christa Zummo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I've learned that therapy isn't about eliminating thoughts or feelings, but about changing how we respond to them.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Justin Barsanti

Justin Barsanti

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Westport, CT


“My approach is clear, supportive, and straightforward — no jargon, no judgment — just honest conversation and practical tools that help you move forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erica Rurak

Erica Rurak

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapy style is direct, transparent and collaborative; I want to empower you to feel confident in making the changes needed to reach your goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Alyshiann Taylor

Dr. Alyshiann Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work with clients using a friendly approach and a focus on holistic care, ensuring that their mental, emotional, and physical well-being are all addressed.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eunice Dunu

Eunice Dunu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Middletown, CT


“With a solid background in psychiatric emergency room and inpatient care, I have refined my abilities over 7 years in high-patient volume settings.”
Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lori Capri

Lori Capri

Therapist

Virtual • Brookfield, CT


Therapy can help if... You are an adult or teen struggling with life challenges, difficulty managing emotions, behaviors or negative thoughts, lacking support or have a dysfunctional family or relationship. You are a mom or a dad experiencing depression or anxiety during pregnancy or after your child's birth.

You are feeling so overwhelmed and in pain that you can't see a way through and are considering suicide. Deciding to try therapy can be a life changing decision. Making a commitment to doing the work of therapy with the guidance and support of a therapist can lead to amazing results.

If I can help, let me know!

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Madden

Elizabeth Madden

Therapist

Virtual • Newtown, CT


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.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hayley Roman

Hayley Roman

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up exactly as you are - without judgment, pressure, or having to have everything figured out.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antoinette Keaton

Antoinette Keaton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I help women rediscover the strength within them by turning past experiences into sources of growth, healing, and motivation.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Physical health issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meredith Dietrich

Meredith Dietrich

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I offer a multifaceted approach that caters to the individual. Just like there is no one person that's exactly like another, no one session will be exactly the same either.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Joanne Assarsson

Joanne Assarsson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a licensed clinical social worker with a master’s degree from The National Catholic School of Social Services, I bring extensive experience from my work in university-based teaching hospitals and ambulatory care clinics. My practice focuses on supporting adults and their caregivers through challenges such as anxiety, depression, complex medical conditions (acute and chronic), medical trauma, loss, grief, and significant life transitions.

I have a specialization in guiding individuals and their caregivers through the cancer journey, encompassing every phase—from diagnosis and treatment to recovery, survivorship, and end-of-life care. I have also worked extensively with patients undergoing stem cell transplants, CAR-T and immunotherapy.

My training and experience also includes helping individuals manage disorders of the brain-gut interaction. Support, education and strategies address the connection between the mind and gastrointestinal health. Recognizing that everyday stressors can greatly affect your well-being, I adapt my clinical approach to suit a variety of life situations, always tailoring care to meet your unique needs.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jennifer Vazquez

Jennifer Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Understanding our mind, body and spiritual connection is necessary in taking control over our day-to-day experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heather Plourde

Heather Plourde

Therapist

Virtual • Manchester, CT


“I take a warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach to my work, creating a space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amanda Riccitelli

Amanda Riccitelli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • New Haven, CT


“I bring a warm, direct, and non-judgmental style to our sessions, balancing authentic validation with practical, real-world tools that you can apply outside of the therapeutic space.”
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Annmarie Carr

Annmarie Carr

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


For more than twenty years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside adolescents, adults, and couples during some of the most difficult and meaningful seasons of their lives. I believe that sometimes it can be difficult to see beyond the darkness in front of us. My role is to listen without judgement while helping you find your way toward the light again.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaron Cotton

Jaron Cotton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Hard work, personal growth, and self-exploration is what distinguishes psychotherapy from everyday support.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Jaritza Melendez Hernandez

Dr. Jaritza Melendez Hernandez

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I center my practice on providing a safe and nurturing setting to enhance all individuals' performance, and improve their life.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Baine

Jessica Baine

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use cognitive-behavioral techniques to help you examine your thinking patterns and develop new ones that leave you feeling more confident and at peace.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ronella Ellis

Ronella Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I offer a grounded, compassionate presence that honors each client's lived experience, identity, and values.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Reas Cela

Reas Cela

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Rocky Hill, CT


“With almost 8 years experience in mental health field I am proud to say that my strengths are psychiatric evaluations, treatment and medication management.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Soucy

Jill Soucy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I've been practicing for over 25 years, but in the last decade, have shifted my main focus to clients ages 10 and above who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and transitional life stressors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shani Ben-Dov

Shani Ben-Dov

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Finding a therapist who genuinely understands your background, not just your diagnosis, can make the difference between therapy that feels like going through the motions and therapy that actually moves you.

I'm a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), and Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT), fluent in English and Hebrew. I work with adolescents and adults navigating trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, identity, emotional regulation, and major life transitions.

Before private practice, much of my clinical work took place in crisis response, hospital-based care, community mental health, and other high-stress environments. That experience taught me how to sit with difficult things without becoming intimidated by them, while also recognizing that people are far more than the hardest things that have happened to them.

As a therapist, I'm warm, direct, collaborative, and genuinely curious about the person sitting across from me. I don't believe therapy should feel clinical for the sake of sounding clinical, and I don't believe my role is to simply tell you what you should do. I want to understand how you got here: the experiences that shaped you, the patterns you've developed, what those patterns may have helped you survive or manage, and whether they're still serving you now. From there, we can figure out together what you want to keep, what you want to change, and what moving forward can actually look like for you.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Sargent

Dawn Sargent

Therapist

Virtual • Milford, CT


“I help my clients by implementing a holistic approach which includes healing the mind, body, and spirit.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zachary Etter

Zachary Etter

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use a direct approach that emulates a coaching style that challenges current beliefs and makes you work to develop a healthier, more productive thought process.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole McHugh

Nicole McHugh

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Art Therapist with over 14 years of experience working with the lifespan of ages from adolescence to end of life and neurotypical to neurodivergence.”
Anxiety, Eating disorders, OCD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 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.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Meghan Zeruk

Meghan Zeruk

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I believe that most people already have a deep understanding of themselves and what they need, it can just be difficult to access that understanding when we’re overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in patterns that no longer serve us.

As a systems therapist, I look beyond the individual to understand the relationships, experiences, and environments that shape how we think, feel, and respond. I’m particularly interested in helping people understand interpersonal conflict and the patterns that develop between us, whether with a partner, family member, friend, or colleague.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dayna Philpot

Dayna Philpot

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My heart is to connect and empower individuals to know themselves and take the steps they need to grow and heal through their life experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tracey Lesher-Limone

Tracey Lesher-Limone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westport, CT


“I value meeting the client with empathy, kindess and regard with a focus on where they are presently struggling.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jenna Bourassa

Jenna Bourassa

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be collaborative, empowering, and even enjoyable at times. Healing comes from connection, curiosity and openness.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Connecticut

Number of therapists serving Connecticut
There are over 1,673 therapists in Connecticut accepting new patients.
1,673+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 92%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 78%Relationship issues
  • 75%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 89%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 92%Online only
  • 8%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 16%Man
License types
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  • 49%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Connecticut

Searching for therapists in Connecticut starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want help with. Across urban and rural parts of the state, available therapists may vary by specialty, schedule, and session format. You may want support for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or work stress. As you compare Connecticut therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and background details that connect to your needs.

Location and access also matter when choosing a therapist in CT. If you live near Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, or a smaller town, you may weigh in-person appointments against virtual sessions based on your schedule and preferences. You can narrow your search by availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can help you understand how each person describes their approach, communication style, and what to expect in sessions.

The cost of mental health care in Connecticut can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists who take insurance, review estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and compare options in one place. Nationally, Headway works with over 100 insurance plans. You can browse therapist profiles, confirm coverage for your plan and location, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.