City of Milford has many clinicians who practice person or client-centered individual therapy in-person and through online sessions to assist clients in their healing journey. If you opt into trying it online, you might also be able to meet with providers all over the United States and change easily at any time. Many people struggling with anxiety and depression, substance abuse, body image issues, and more find therapists that are a good fit for them, feel supported, and gain further insight into their lives through internet-based treatment.
Therapists in City of Milford, CT
Candace Buckley
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW,FDC,CMS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepression
20 years offering treatment
Choosing a therapist can be quite difficult because you want to ensure there is a good fit so you are comfortable sharing personal information and receiving the assistance you are seeking. I hope you will allow me the opportunity to meet your goals. My name is Candace Williams and I have been an LCSW for over the past 20 years. I graduated from Columbia University in New York City with a concentration in Health/ Mental Health. I am fortunate to have worked with many different people in many different settings. I have worked a wide range of adults from various backgrounds. My experience ranges vastly from being a first responder during September 11th to working in mental health clinics, private practice companies, hospices, and hospitals. In my private practice, I have addressed many various issues from mental health diagnosis to adjusting to new situations, work with sincerity, compassion and nonjudgement, addiction issues, dealing with grief, improving communication strategies, or talking out a complex decision. It is really important for me to help get to the root cause of an issue so that we do not just put on a band-aid but, instead, help you solve the issue for good. I will provide a nurturing environment where you can talk candidly about your concerns. I do not practice just one type of therapy because I believe there are bits and pieces that work from each one. The trick is ensuring I am using a method that works best for you in a timely manner. A good therapist will meet you where you are and will think outside of the box. I promise I will ensure we work on your goals that best meet your needs. I am looking forward to the opportunity to serve you!
Elizabeth Mason
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW,MSW,MA
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression
5 years offering treatment
I believe that every personality trait that comprises our identity can manifest in many different behaviors. Some behaviors can be helpful while others may have been helpful in crisis or extreme stress until they stop being helpful. My goal in therapy is to understand how unhelpful behaviors correspond with personality traits and to help my clients find more helpful behaviors to use instead of the ones that are no longer working for them. I am enthusiastic about being strength's based which means I strive to understand how unhelpful behaviors have been helpful in the past because I understand these behaviors as part of survival instincts. I also believe that our biggest strengths are our biggest weakness and our biggest weaknesses are our biggest strengths. The result of all these beliefs is that my therapeutic rapport is non-judgmental and collaborative. I can tend towards a more reflective rather than directive style and I'm open to incorporating more guidance if needed. I'm experienced in psychodynamic approaches, mindfulness, attachment theory, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with children/teens and families with intergenerational trauma and adults with acute mental health conditions requiring higher levels of care than outpatient therapy. Much like a doctor - I've seen it all and there is nothing a patient could say or do that I haven't experienced. If you're looking for someone who can accept you where you're at and help you to make the changes that you want in your life I'm a good choice. Please Note: I will ask any client reporting passive suicidal ideation and/or self harm to follow a safety plan including regular discussion about their self-destructive thoughts and behaviors. I use evidence based methods to decrease the frequency and severity of self-destructive thoughts and behaviors. If you are reporting thoughts, plan, and intent to harm yourself or others I will work with you to make sure you can get evaluated for your safety.
Kara Riggott
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Connecticut with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Luke Alvaro
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
4 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Connecticut with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. 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.
Arlin Lang
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Mississippi. I have over 15 years’ experience in social services settings/mental health as a bi-lingual (Spanish/English) therapist. I am passionate about helping teens, adults, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief & loss, perfectionism, relationship issues, and addiction recovery. I have a warm, enthusiastic, empathic, genuine, and loving approach to my work and collaborate with my clients to identify personalized and unique solutions to create lasting, meaningful change. I know it can sometimes be intimidating to reach out for help, and that all we want is to feel like ourselves again. Support is available and I want you to know that you are not alone and what can be gained from this process can be life-hanging. Feel free to send a message to set up an appointment today. Specialties • Depression • Self-esteem • Anxiety Types of Therapy • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) • Humanistic • Person-Centered • Motivational Interviewing • Positive Psychology • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) • Strength-Based Issues • Life Transitions • Peer Relationships • Stress • Women's Issues • Codependency • Coping Skills • Grief • Interpersonal • Multicultural Ethnic: Hispanic and Latino Age • Adults • Teen
Aikaterini Kouliaki
Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC,NCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
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 -
Daniel "Dan" McClure
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment
Slow it down. Keep it simple. Catch your breath... and then go CRUSH IT! The complexities of life can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, confused, & discouraged. For many of us, especially young folks, the idea of therapy can often seem intimidating. Feelings of guilt, shame, embarrassment, insecurity, or inadequacy interfere with our ability to reach our best. Therapy should not be perceived as a some hurdle to overcome, but rather as an avenue toward agency and evolution. We live in a society where there is a trend toward clinicians' need to pathologize every aspect of our being. I assure you, most of us require little more than a little recalibration. As an LCSW with more than a decade of experience working with adolescents and young-adults, as both a counselor & coach, I aim to help you discover your greatest potential... or to at least help you begin your journey toward that goal. The fact that you're here means you possess the greatest qualities of all necessary to discover a stronger, healthier, happier you... Effort & Accountability. Take pride in that aspect of your character as you consider the work required to reach the next level. A brief About Me: ... I love my motorcycle. My Jeep (w the doors off). Exercise. Fishing. The beach. Hiking. Snowboarding. Long conversations over a good cup of coffee. History. Philosophy. Coaching (14 yrs of coaching middle/high school girls' basketball). and Ballroom dance. My greatest achievements are not my degrees nor my clinical licensure, but rather that of having earned the respect of the colleagues I worked with while working construction and being invited into the lives of the hundreds of young people I've worked with throughout my career... those, in both worlds, who've been much less fortunate than myself given the nature of their circumstance. I am not impressed by status nor accolades, but rather by the quality of one's character, especially those who choose kindness regardless of their struggles. Core Values of Counseling: ... Honest acknowledgement of the "issue"... Total ownership of those elements within one's role and contribution to the "issue" (Accountability, even if others are to blame)... Goal setting (what do you ultimately desire?)... a willingness to take action (step outside your comfort zone to make change or sacrifice)... and an understanding that setbacks are a key component of the process as we recalibrate toward success. The Essentials: ... Honesty, Accountability, Vulnerability, Reflection, Sacrifice, and a willingness to engage in the actions required for Change.
Victor Incerti
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseDepression
35 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Connecticut with 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, & trauma and abuse. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Jessica Wall
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesDepression
31 years offering treatment
I am licensed clinical Social Worker in Connecticut and Illinois with 31 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults and adults in psychotherapy. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & intimacy related issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. We will work together to understand how your past has influenced your current circumstances and work through the feelings, conflicts and tensions that disrupt your life. It takes courage to begin therapy but the benefits are innumerable.
Mark Lawless
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
25 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Connecticut with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, confidence, depression, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with the 12 Step recovery community and professionals / care givers experiencing compassion fatigue. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
How to find a licensed therapist serving clients in City of Milford, Connecticut
Finding the best therapist close by in City of Milford can feel challenging, but know that once you narrow your search for a counselor serving your area. You can get connected with a clinician in your city that is accepting new clients and fits your goals. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, marriage, family issues, or other emotional challenges, feel proud that you have begun your search to find the mental health care services with therapists that work best for you in order to begin your personal journey towards emotional healing.
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Perhaps you're interested in narrowing your search for a psychotherapist that can offer psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), talk therapy, provide group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy. Each type of support of this kind with BetterHelp therapists can offer various benefits and address or treat different disorders. If you're still unsure, feel free to contact the provider via email to find out which methods they practice.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp
It is also important to understand that mental health professionals in the United States are accredited to provide care, helping individuals and couples, with a variety of licenses for therapists. These include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, they are trained able to treat individuals and couples, and sometimes children, in any type of therapy in the City of Milford region and in the state of Connecticut. Find a therapist under any of these distinctions and know that the sessions they offer can provide a safe place to heal.
A mental health professional working through their own in-person therapy practice in City of Milford or online may assist clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. Verified providers can provide licensed marriage and couples therapy, tailor to individual needs, and create a therapeutic relationship as a National Certified Counselor.
There are all kinds of therapists working with clients today across the United States and in the greater City of Milford area offering therapy for:
- CBT
- DBT
- Substance use
- Couples
When you're ready to start your search keep in mind what support you'd like your provider to be most experienced with and choose an experienced provider with a practice located near you in the city of City of Milford, elsewhere in New Haven, or in the greater state of Connecticut. Get matched with one of the therapists working on the BetterHelp platform today.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about licensed therapists and mental health services
Some other commonly asked questions on therapy with a licensed counselor and BetterHelp serving the City of Milford area can be found below:
How does the cost of an in-person therapist compare to BetterHelp?
The average price of an in-person therapy session in the US with most therapists is $100 to $200 per hour. These prices may be higher in City of Milford due to a higher cost of living, and a limited number of therapists taking new clients. The price also depends on the type of provider you are looking for. See the following average prices for various mental health providers without insurance:
- With a psychiatrist: $150-$500
- With therapists: $100-300
- With a clinician: $100
While many psychologists in City of Milford may not take health insurance, some in the state of Connecticut may work on a sliding scale, meaning they'll factor in your income and charge what you can afford per session. With a BetterHelp therapist throughout the state of Connecticut you can expect significantly more affordable options, with sessions ranging from $65 to $100 per week (billed every four weeks).
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How are therapists on a City of Milford online therapy platform verified?
Therapists in Connecticut working on BetterHelp are licensed, trained, experienced, and accredited as a doctor of psychology (PhD / PsyD), licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW / LICSW), or licensed professional counselors (LPC). All of these psychology clinicians have a Masters Degree or a Doctorate Degree in their field of psychology sciences, and follow the APA Code of Ethics. Therapists have been qualified and certified by their state's professional board after successfully completing the necessary education, exams, training and practice with a patient, and extensive experience in a healthcare clinic or treatment centers, in order to become a mental health provider. While their lived experience, expertise, careers, and background vary, therapists here all possess at least 3 years and 1,000 hours of hands-on experience with adult and sometimes teen patients, and have the necessary therapist credentials to provide a safe space for long lasting emotional healing.
Please note BetterHelp does not offer or provide care from City of Milford psychiatrists to prescribe a drug or medication as treatment, or perform psychological assessments and other psychiatric services.
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How does BetterHelp online therapy work?
BetterHelp clinicians treat clients online across the United States (individuals and couples) through life transitions, inner child exploration, long term depression or anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder, and more. An online mental health professional, including the therapists in City of Milford above, can work with young adults, children, adolescents, and adults virtually as an accredited licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) or licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). You do not have to commute to a an office as a psychotherapy client for in person sessions.
Through BetterHelp, you can partake in video, phone, or live chat therapy sessions with your licensed therapist. You can work through various symptoms, use the in app journaling feature, and receive worksheets. You'll also find support groups or group therapy helping individuals on topics including managing life transitions, symptoms affecting sexual health, behavioral health, coping skills for anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, marriage, and more. Get matched today.
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What mental health issues can a therapist address?
BetterHelp's verified therapists specialize and have clinical experience in a wide range of mental health issues and modalities, helping clients to feel better and improve their lives every day.
City of Milford therapists' specialties available through the BetterHelp platform
- Cognitive behavioral
- Behavior
- EMDR
- Talk therapy
- Depression
- Anxiety disorders counselor
- Stress
- Eating disorders
- Grief
- Attachment
- Relationships
- Children, adolescents, and teens
- Addiction (substance abuse)
- Divorce
- Trauma or PTSD
- Bipolar disorder
- Psychodynamic treatment with a counselor
- Career
- Alcohol use disorders
- OCD counselor
- ADHD
- Mood disorders
- Sex addiction
- Complex trauma
- Life transition
You may also be struggling with relationship problems that could be addressed in couples therapy or with a sex therapist. In that case, you may choose to work with one of BetterHelp's experienced cognitive-behavioral therapists or licensed marriage family therapists (LMFT) who work with clients in relationships. You can also try a provider through BetterHelp's sister platform, ReGain.us, which is dedicated to couples and spouses worldwide with licensed therapists.
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Is BetterHelp right for me?
One of the potentially rewarding aspects of working with a therapist is the validation and active listening they can provide. Your friends and loved ones may also be available to listen, but you may feel that they may lack the skills to provide objective guidance. Counselors are trained to respond to various concerns, symptoms, and mental health conditions.
Therapists in your city can support you toward a healthier emotional state, regardless of your mental health, life concerns, or healing needs. While supporting individuals in developing healthier habits, another good benefit of therapy in City of Milford is having an understanding, safe space with a non-judgmental party who can support you through challenging experiences.
Many people have sensitive topics that they may feel ashamed to discuss with their friends or partner. A therapist can help you confront these concerns and open up through unique methods of support. There are also many types of therapy, where you may find you can express yourself through creativity instead of words with a psychotherapist.
With a lot of people in CT, therapists may be booked out with clients. Through the list of profiles above and others within BetterHelp's team, you may be able to find a psychologist within 24 to 48 hours. If you're searching to find a a nearby psychotherapist close to 06460 or the surrounding zip codes, consider others available through the BetterHelp site where you can schedule a session based on your and the therapist's schedule. No matter if you are seeking help from therapists around or in your area or beyond, online therapy can be a great option.
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How should I prepare for my first therapy session with a City of Milford therapist?
Before seeing your therapist near you, prep for your session by reading to understand the process. You might write a list of questions you want to ask your psychotherapist, any emotional pain you may feel, and the ways in which you hope to improve. When you attend your session, you can let our therapists know if you have any concerns or feel unsure about what to talk about. therapists near you may help guide you with open-ended therapeutic questions while offering mental health services. The first session will often serve as an intake to get to know you as a person and learn how to best help and support you.
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Should I find a City of Milford therapist or psychologist for therapy if I feel fine?
Some simply don't feel the need to see a psychologist. However, some people may avoid attending therapy due to stigma or preconceived notions of what it might entail. Although psychologists often support people with mental health conditions, you do not need a diagnosis or specific condition. You can discuss grief, relationship concerns, stress, or life changes and ask for general feedback. A City of Milford licensed clinical social worker may help you gain power over your life and emotions while you navigate day-to-day experiences.
Gaining a new perspective on yourself through various therapies might allow you to improve your self-esteem, work through relationships, and gain a better sense of your mental health goals. The success you may find with a counselor can be dependent on your process.
People may also attend therapy for specific motives, such as bullying, an autism diagnosis, a desire to learn mindfulness meditation, personality concerns, trouble with office workers, specific phobias, and many other principles that a counselor can help with.
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Is therapy worth it?
Therapy with a licensed counselor is effective and has the power to change individuals' lives. Each client is at a different stage of their emotional healing journey in life, as each human can be unique in their personality, expression, skills, and goals. An experienced clinician can target various symptoms, experiences, and personalities to help you feel your best and put you on the path to healing. Unlike advice from a friend, family, or non-professional, a mental health therapist has an understanding of various disorders like ADHD and depression with many hours of experience in treating adults in their practice. For this reason, seeing an evidence based licensed clinician in City of Milford, Connecticut can be worth it. Over 41 million adults in the US attend therapy services each year, showing it's a popular option and is proven to be effective.
Counseling with an online City of Milford provider
Do therapists judge you in therapy?
The boundaries between you and a therapist are in place to help you and them regarding ethical concerns. Mental health professionals are held by ethical standards through the American Psychological Association (APA) and are not allowed to judge or harm their clients. If you are concerned about sharing details about yourself, feel free to withhold personal information. Their job in the therapeutic relationship is to create a safe place, help you gain a deeper understanding of your mental health, and support you. You might consider changing counselors if you don't feel safe or respected.
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Take some time today to learn more about the team of therapists at BetterHelp to understand the services available to you clearly. If you are new to BetterHelp or have any questions about the services and terms, please reach out to customer service through the contact page or send an email to contact@betterhelp.com.
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