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Peggy Winsman, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation Depression Coping with life changes
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About me

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience and have a wide range of experiences. I have worked with children and adults who have experienced trauma; people who have depression and anxiety; and those who are having difficulty with adjusting to life changes, since the beginning of my career. Your physical/medical health can be important when dealing with your mental health, so I may incorporate information related to "Health and Wellness;" including medical status, nutrition, physical activity and more.

Whatever the reason you are seeking therapy, it is important that you feel comfortable, supported by your therapist, and heard. These are reasons why I subscribe to a client centered approach. I use trauma informed and strength-based approaches, and draw from various perspectives including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, Developmental, and Somatic therapies.

Professional experience

25yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Dissociation, Impulsivity, Post-traumatic stress, Smoking / vaping cessation, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

CT LCSW 009155

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Peggy Winsman. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Thank you Peggy, you have been so helpful to me.

Written on Feb 22, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd

She is doing a great job

Written on Feb 05, 2024 after therapy with Peggy for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and adhd

I highly recommend Peggy! She takes the time to walk you through why and how you can implement the therapy into your daily life. She also isn’t afraid to challenge my beliefs that are toxic and does so in an extremely respectful kind way. Wish I met her 2 years ago. 10/10 would book again.

Written on Oct 16, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Peggy is amazing! She takes the time to listen and understand. I had a very difficult time finding this in Connecticut and was a bout to give up. She's the first therapist in a long time I feel comfortable opening up too because she's listening, she cares, she takes the time to sync our therapy so it's person centered and not a one size fits all approach. I only wish I had found her sooner.

Written on Aug 11, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 3 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues

Peggy gets it. I’ve never had a therapist get it from day one. She is amazing. She provides me with tons of helpful worksheets and relaxation techniques to get me through the day. She checks in on me and supports me and meets me where I’m at. Peggy is professional yet personal and caring. I have hope that I didn’t have before I started talking with her. I have the support that I was lacking and it feels great to be heard and validated.

Written on Aug 04, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

I feel very lucky to have found Peggy Winsman. I have only met with her twice but I feel confident she will be very helpful.

Written on Jun 13, 2023 after therapy with Peggy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders