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Top therapists in Connecticut accepting new patients

Find mental health support across Connecticut with 1,675 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.

Jessica Campbell

Jessica Campbell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have dedicated my career to empowering patients to achieve their optimal mental health and overall wellness through evidence‐based, compassionate care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brenda Alderete-Aragon

Brenda Alderete-Aragon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My life experiences, including living in various parts of the world, have shaped my approach to mental health care...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christina Thompson

Christina Thompson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that you can't pour from an empty cup which is why i strive to pour into my patients with care, empathy and intentions, so that they feel supported and empowered to heal and grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Liana Schroeder

Liana Schroeder

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


My work is rooted in the belief that you are the expert on your own life. Through a collaborative and non-judgmental process, I help clients reconnect with their strengths, clarify what truly matters to them, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Hernandez

Elizabeth Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Elizabeth's goal is for the client to learn how to approach difficult issues outside of therapy with confidence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Ruiz

Wendy Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be a collaborative partnership. I strive to create a safe, non judgmental space where my clients feel heard and supported.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jhanelle Bailey

Jhanelle Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, drawing on evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Renee Fontaine

Renee Fontaine

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Daniel Kaplin

Dr. Daniel Kaplin

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I trust that you have the strength, resources, and the capacity within you to overcome your life challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gabriel Garcia

Gabriel Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I have been in the field of psychotherapy since 2013 and have been practice as a licensed mental health counselor since 2020. I follow a holistic approach and gravitate toward solution focused and positive psychology.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Gaudet

Melissa Gaudet

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years of experience working with young adults & adults in community settings. My work is informed by attachment theory and a systems perspective, emphasizing how early relational experiences influence emotional regulation, connection, and patterns that show up in adulthood. I strive to create a thoughtful, collaborative space that supports insight, growth, and movement toward a more meaningful and connected life.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natasha Payton

Natasha Payton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


With over 17 years of experience working with at-risk youth, I am dedicated to empowering individuals to overcome challenges and reach their full potential. My approach is rooted in person-centered therapy, focusing on empathy, respect, and collaboration to create a safe and supportive environment for growth. I am passionate about helping others build resilience, develop life skills, and achieve positive, lasting change.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Kuhnel

Lauren Kuhnel

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I combine a psychodynamic approach with other therapeutic techniques to address your unique needs, utilizing evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused and mindfulness techniques.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brayden Malley

Brayden Malley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm passionate about working with adults going through life transitions, and folks who are struggling with anxiety and intense moods that feel out of control.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alina Kheyson

Alina Kheyson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in creating a safe, affirming space where clients feel truly seen, while also offering clear, actionable guidance that fosters real growth and transformation.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Claire Wheeler

Claire Wheeler

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach therapy with an open, compassionate, and genuine attitude. Each session is tailored to what you want to get out of therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexis Austin

Alexis Austin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is client‐centered, warm, and down‐to‐earth. I work hard to make it feel comfortable to talk about life's struggles.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lynne Alfarone

Lynne Alfarone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I work with adults navigating anxiety, career and life transitions, grief, and questions of identity and purpose — whether that's a 20-something rethinking their path, someone reassessing a career after years in it, or an older adult navigating retirement, caregiving, or the shifts that come with later life. My approach is collaborative and grounded: you'll leave sessions with more clarity than you came in with, not just more to think about.

I came to this work after a first career in banking. I understand the pressure, identity, and burnout that come with corporate life firsthand — and what it takes to actually rebuild around what matters to you, whatever stage of life or career you're in. I hold a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Yeshiva University.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erika Viara

Erika Viara

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I offer a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and safe exploring the challenges...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ann-Marie Ramsaroop

Ann-Marie Ramsaroop

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach therapy from a strengths based perspective, believing that everyone is capable of change, self reflection, and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Domenica DeAngelis

Domenica DeAngelis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As someone who is neurodivergent, living with both ADHD and Dyslexia, I understand what it feels like to face systems that do not always support different kind of minds.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Hickey

Ashley Hickey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am passionate about helping people discover their "reason why," because understanding the deeper motivations behind our thoughts, behaviors, and goals is where meaningful progress begins.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tiana Burdick

Tiana Burdick

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe real growth comes from honesty paired with support, so I offer both: a space where you feel understood and validated, and guidance that helps you gain insight, build new skills, and move toward meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacquelyn Matotek

Jacquelyn Matotek

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have been providing therapeutic services to individuals in a variety of settings for the past 15 years with a concentration in trauma, anxiety, intimacy issues/sexual exploration, life transitions, neurodivergence, corporate wellness and...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Nelson

Kimberly Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My work blends clinical expertise with a warm, accepting stye, creating a supportive, safe, nonjudgemental space for validation and change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Linda Trent

Linda Trent

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello, I am Linda an LCSW who graduated from Columbia University in 1999. I Love what I do and consider myself a “people person” which makes my job so enjoyable. I have completed thousands of assessments and am goal oriented. Over the past 25 years I have worked with almost every population but do not consider myself a know-it-all, I still have room to grow.

Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stefanie Westcott, NP

Stefanie Westcott, NP

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a holistic approach to psychiatric care with consideration of the biologic and psychosocial factors that make you who you are.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Sleep disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Antanette Ringold

Antanette Ringold

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I will use techniques from Motivational Interviewing to meet you where you are and guide you to develop realistic actions to promote healthy change as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help you reframe your thought process to affirm...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsey Bannish

Lindsey Bannish

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to help clients live their most authentic lives, while empowering clients to build their own autonomy and independence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melissa Gaudet

Melissa Gaudet

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Melissa's approach is trauma-informed, evidence-based, and holistic, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with mind-body awareness to support meaningful, lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Substance use / addiction, Trauma
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cathi Brisart

Cathi Brisart

Therapist

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


“My style is to make the client comfortable. I use whatever therapeutic techniques are needed to help the client move forward on their journey to wellness such as CBT, trauma focused, traditional talk therapy, and grief counseling, etc.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Vicki Carter

Dr. Vicki Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in trauma, mood and personality disorders. I have twenty years of integrative counseling experience.”
Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katherine Gorman

Katherine Gorman

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is interactive problem-solving, supporting you through compassionate listening combined with therapeutic questions that aim to resolve challenges, heal trauma and family patterns, as well as get to practical solutions to relationship,...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sherelle Foster

Sherelle Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience. I've worked in state, federal and hospital settings providing a wide range of clinical services to Adults of all ages. I specialize in Mild to Moderate Anxiety, Mild to Moderate Depression, Stress Management, Corporate Burn Out, Military/Veteran Service Issues Geriatric Specialties, Interpersonal and Cultural matters.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lynval Scott

Lynval Scott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Middletown, CT


“My approach to care is holistic, blending evidence-based psychiatric treatment with a deep understanding of each person's unique needs and experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cheryl Murray

Cheryl Murray

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“In every session, you'll find a safe and supportive space to talk openly about what matters most to you.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Physical health issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ann Canastra

Ann Canastra

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is warm, direct, and honest. I'm person-centered and focus on what the client wants, in order for them to achieve their best life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Emily Biehl

Emily Biehl

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a dedicated and compassionate licensed independent clinical social worker with a Master's in Social Work from Boston University.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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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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Find the right therapist for you

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.