If you’re looking for a therapist, CT has many options for online treatment. Online therapy can be a more flexible and convenient option for college students dealing with the stress of pursuing a doctoral degree, busy professionals trying to avoid burnout, or parents coping with raising toddlers or young adults. With an online platform like BetterHelp, you can form a therapeutic relationship with a mental health professional in the comfort of your home at a time that suits your schedule.

With BetterHelp, you can work with an art therapist, marriage and family therapist, licensed professional counselor, or other mental health provider to help you overcome challenges in your life. While BetterHelp does not offer group therapy at this time, the professionals on the platform have specialized training and can use a variety of approaches to individual treatment, like art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, or trauma-informed care. 

Whether you want to focus on the challenges stemming from women's issues or overcome events from the past, a therapist will use a client-centered approach to ensure they meet your unique needs and preferences. Connect with one of the following therapists licensed to provide services in Connecticut to learn more.

 

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Linda Comeau

Offering therapy in Connecticut
License: LMFT
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
30 years of experience

I am a marital and family therapist licensed in Connecticut with nearly thirty years of experience working in the mental health field at all levels of care including a variety of out patient settings through in patient psychiatric hospitalization. My professional interests include: depression, anxiety, relationship issues in just about any context from personal to professional, effective parenting within both bio and blended families, career challenges, emotional abuse, women's issues, codependency, medical/addiction issues and their profound impact on family members, grief and loss, life changes, and more. Training as a family therapist with a systems perspective provides me with a solid foundation for working with people of all ages in a wide range of situations. I earned my B.S. in Education at the University of Connecticut in 1973, an M.S. in Education from Central CT in 1976, then an M.S. in Counseling with a focus on Marital and Family Therapy in 1992, also at Central CT. I was a public school teacher for nearly two decades before making a career change. I believe that adequate self care and social supports, effective communication and healthy boundary setting, along with realistic expectations are all essential to life satisfaction. My clinical approach is founded in cognitive behavioral therapy and solution focused. I strive to be positive, warm and strength based. I am privileged to work with clients exploring their challenges in a caring setting and find it rewarding when clients are willing/able to make positive shifts in attitudes and behaviors, restoring balance to their lives. It takes courage to commit to change. When you're ready to take your first step, I'm here to encourage and support you. I remain forever grateful to my clients. I've learned something from each and everyone along the way. Always happy to hear from you!

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Jennifer LaPenta

Offering therapy in Connecticut
License: LCSW
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionCoping with life changes
19 years of experience

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience in individual and family therapy, specializing in treating adults, children and adolescents. My style is a collaborative and dynamic Strengths Based approach incorporating elements of Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Systemic (Family) therapies. We all need guidance and support throughout life, now more than ever. I view therapy as a collaborative process in which my client's allow me to assist them on their journey towards change. How we think directly impacts how we feel and therefore how we act, the decisions we make and the way we approach our lives on a daily basis. There are many elements in our life experience that shape how we think and feel. When we understand the how and why of our thinking, we can then start reshaping our thoughts and changing how we feel. 'Where there is life, there is hope... and where there is hope, all things are possible.'

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Richard Amaral

Offering therapy in Connecticut
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesDepression
28 years of experience

I am licensed in Connecticut with 28 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & intimacy related issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Dawn Ducharme

Offering therapy in Connecticut
Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionADHD
25 years of experience

I am a licensed social worker in Connecticut with 25 years of professional work experience, primarily in a school setting. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, ADHD, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Emma Henderschedt

Offering therapy in Connecticut
Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem
3 years of experience

Hello there! Welcome! My name is Emma (she/her) and I am a licensed clinical social worker in Connecticut with multiple years of professional experience & extensive training in psychotherapy. I have expertise in treating anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, conflict management, and trauma. I treat adults, teenagers, and children. I completed a post-graduate fellowship at Yale Child Study Center where I treated various mental health challenges and trained in multiple evidence-based models. I am trained in Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Interpersonal Psychotherapy for depression (IPT) and IPT for depressed adolescents, as well as Circle of Security. I firmly believe that access to mental health care is as important as physical health. I applaud you for taking the step to getting the help you deserve. I look forward to being part of your team!

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Charlotte Abrams

Offering therapy in Connecticut
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefAnger managementCoping with life changes
25 years of experience

I am licensed in Connecticut with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Holly Wells

Offering therapy in Connecticut
Family conflictsGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
41 years of experience

Hello and Welcome! I am a licensed social worker in Connecticut with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, relationships and parenting issues, coping with grief and loss, life transitions, self esteem, confidence, and personal growth. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

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Carrie Effinger

Offering therapy in Connecticut
Stress, AnxietyGriefDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
25 years of experience

Carrie is a licensed clinical social worker who has worked with Adults, Couples, Older Adults and their family members for over 20 years. Her Style is relaxed, authentic, empathetic, and supportive. Carrie will tailor your treatment to your needs and your situation. While flexible and eclectic in approach, she integrated both a client-centered and strength-based approach. Carrie offers individual and family counseling. She works with people struggling with anxiety, addiction, depression, dementia, caregiving, grief, loss, adjustment and major life transitions. Her style is one of collaboration, respect and understanding. By active listening, validating feelings and empowering her clients, Carrie will help guide you in developing healthy coping skills, personal growth and fulfillment.

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Aikaterini Kouliaki

Offering therapy in Connecticut
License: LMHC,NCC
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years of experience

Are you looking for personal growth free from negative thinking, depression, anxiety, insomnia, relationship issues, infertility stress, postpartum anxiety and depression, adjustment to change, stress and loss or what might seem to be a complicated grief? If everyday life has become overwhelming, there is always help. As long as you reach out! A Bilingual (English-Greek) Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) in a strengths based, client centered and compassion focused approach. I have experience working with clients in the last 7 years, who struggle with anxiety and depression, , insomnia, loss and grief, postpartum depression and stress management. --"When we are no longer able to change a situation we are challenged to change ourselves". -- - Victor E. Frankl -

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Lidia Verdura

Offering therapy in Connecticut
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
10 years of experience

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut with 15 years of professional work experience. I have work experience in child protection, school social work and private practice. I also have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and self confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I absolutely love what I do and cannot wait to start working with you!

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Mary Cassandra Foster

Offering therapy in Connecticut
License: LCSW-R
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
27 years of experience

Hello !! My name is Mary (Cassandra) , and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience in working with individuals and families in a myriad of circumstances including inpatient hospitalizations, and outpatient therapy, major depression, anxiety and panic disorders, sexual abuse, codependency, Loss and bereavement, domestic violence, life transition issues and just about every issue that can possibly impact an individual, in today's world. I value the client therapist relationship as sacred and I believe in honesty and being transparent and compassionate. Each therapeutic relationship is unique and demands a tailored approach to meet the needs of those being served. My approach is a combined approach yielding from client focused therapy, solution focused approach, to motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy and utilizing the style that works best and is tailored to the specific needs of my clients. I believe in the importance of working together with you towards your goals. I am an active listener and approach the therapeutic alliance with sensitivity and kindness. I have a Masters Degree in Social Work and I am a licensed Clinician. I also have a Masters Degree in Education, and I have some teaching experience as well. My professional experiences have equipped me well to help meet the needs of all those I have had the pleasure of serving. If you are looking for support and need some guidance on your journey and are not sure where to begin, I am here; ready and willing to help you to find the answers to your questions to your, healing, restoration and renewal. I am here to help you to begin living your best life now, if that is what you seek. I am here to listen and to meet you where you are, on the way to where you would like to be. Specialties: Individual and Family Counseling Teens and adolescent counseling Sexual Abuse and Trauma Domestic Violence Loss and Bereavement Anxiety and Panic Disorders Couples Counseling

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Lisa Lyon

Offering therapy in Connecticut
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years of experience

My name is Lisa and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 18 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse fields. I believe we can invoke the healing in our life when we choose to walk away from darkness and move ourselves towards a brighter life. My theoretical orientation is person-centered. I believe all humans have strengths and have the capacity to grow, change, and heal. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing modalities in my counseling practice as well as meeting the client where they are at in their healing journey. I believe that therapy is a collaborative practice with the client in the driver seat - you are the expert in your own life! I have a high esteem for the practice of psychotherapy and am looking forward to walking alongside you in your journey of recovery and healing.

How can therapists in Connecticut support you?

Therapists in Connecticut can practice many types of counseling, from marriage and family therapy to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). They may also assist you with symptoms of depression, stress, or anxiety.

Therapists may help you set and achieve career goals, work on current issues you may be facing, or address your past. Over 1,384,497 people live in Connecticut, and one out of five Americans has a mental health condition. Searching for licensed professionals in Connecticut may help you find mental health support for personal growth, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other mental health concerns. You do not need a mental health diagnosis to seek support from one of BetterHelp's licensed providers above.  

The mental health field can include psychiatric medication management, online therapy, marriage counseling, couples therapy, clinical social work, licensed counseling, and other mental health services in person and online. Seeing a licensed provider can help you navigate mental health conditions and life circumstances through mindfulness and other specialized techniques.

Please note that BetterHelp does not offer diagnostic or medication management services.

Why are many residents in the state of Connecticut working with a licensed counselor?

People reach out for mental health support for a variety of reasons. Many individuals work with a counselor for general life advice, while others may attend therapy for a specific concern. Whether you live in a large city or a smaller county in Connecticut, BetterHelp can match you with a licensed professional tailored to your preferences noted when you sign up.

Mental health counselors in Connecticut support clients with varying issues, which can include:

  • Challenging situations or life stressors
  • Eating disorders
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Depression or depressive conditions
  • Adjustment issues
  • Emotional support for a terminal illness
  • Chronic pain emotional support
  • Grief
  • Personality disorders
  • Trauma
  • Relationship conflicts and concerns

Finding a therapist that takes new clients in online therapy can be the first step in finding a treatment plan that works for you. Your therapist can provide a safe space for you to focus on self-care and well-being.

If you're interested in speaking to one of the therapists above or being matched with a counselor in 24 to 48 hours, consider signing up for BetterHelp. BetterHelp has over 35,000 providers, including those listed above.

Emergency services

If you are experiencing a crisis or emergency, don't use this site's online services. If you are in life-threatening danger, call 911. If you require support for a crisis, reach out to the hotlines below:

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Some commonly asked questions can be found below.

How much does a therapist cost?

Mental health professionals can differ in price. Forbes found that the average cost of in-person therapy in the US is around $100 to $200 per hour. Pricing can also vary based on your location. 

BetterHelp offers payment plans of $60 to $90 per session, charged monthly in a lump sum. You can also take advantage of this pricing on one of BetterHelp's sister platforms, like ReGain for couples or TeenCounseling for teens aged 13 to 19.

Many therapists may be upfront about their pricing and whether or not they take health insurance from the beginning. Additionally, some in your area may offer a sliding scale plan to allow those with lower incomes to pay less for therapy. However, services online can often save individuals a few hundred dollars per month.

How do I know if I should get a therapist?

Mental health services and mental health providers may help you navigate various concerns. You do not need a diagnosis or condition to attend therapy; You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general advice. A counselor may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.

Mental health issues don't always present as a crisis. Many professionals provide talk therapy and support for life transitions, skills learning, relationship problems, or life coaching. Online therapy sessions in Connecticut can allow clients seeking therapy to experience professional help through video, phone, or live chat sessions without commuting to an office.

Does insurance cover therapy?

Different counseling services can vary in cost. Therapists must apply to accept insurance through insurance companies, which may take time and money, so not every therapist offers services through insurance. If you cannot find a therapist that accepts your plan, BetterHelp may be cheaper than visiting an in-person therapist.

Is online therapy safe?

Online therapy through BetterHelp and its sister platforms is safe. Therapists are licensed, experienced, and vetted before being contracted with the platform. If you experience any concerns with your therapist, you change your counselor through the platform or app at any time.

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