Top in-person Connecticut therapists and psychiatrists who accept cash payments

Welcome! I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping individuals feel seen, heard, and empowered. I use a person-centered approach, which means you are the expert on your experience, and our work together will honor that. In a safe, nonjudgmental space, I’ll support you in navigating life’s challenges, developing meaningful coping tools, and creating lasting change. While person-centered therapy grounds my work, I also draw from other evidence-based approaches as needed to best support your goals and growth. Reaching out for support takes courage — and it’s a powerful first step. Let’s start the conversation. I’m here when you’re ready.

Life is stressful. How we manage our stress determines how productive and happy we can be. When our stress is managing us it's difficult to have peace in our daily lives. I have been a mental health professional since 2006 and have helped many individuals with who have felt overwhelmed with life. I have worked with children, teens and adults and have experience doing family and couples counseling. I am holistic in my approach and use many different types of therapeutic modalities when working with my clients. I am very experienced working on a telehealth platform and am able to provide counseling in my office if you prefer to be seen in person. My specialties include; panic disorders, anxiety and depression, stress, relationship issues and a variety of other issues that tend to interrupt our ability to enjoy life. We are not on this earth to be miserable. I can help you find the peace you deserve.

My name is Alex Queralt. I’m a bi-lingual licensed therapist in the states of Connecticut and in New York. I’ve been in practice for 20-plus years, dealing with adolescents and families from multiple different cultures. I also have dealt with multiple types of cases with families and individuals who have been dealing with PTSD, trauma, child abuse, and sexual abuse. I am trained in CBT, DBT, and RET. My main focus is to work with many families and couples who need to seek help and find solutions or tools how to cope with their traumas and issues. I believe that as a therapist, I should be able to gain their trust, confidence, and support while giving them the proper support.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working as a therapist for over 8 years in diverse settings. My experience includes working with both adolescents and adults that include at-risk populations, juvenile justice involved youth, and in-patient psychiatric settings. I have a relaxed therapeutic style centered on respect, empathy, and compassion. I specialize in depression, anxiety, substance misuse, and trauma. Clients can expect a supportive, adaptive, and holistic therapeutic experience aimed at fostering personal growth, resilience, and overall well-being. My greatest strengths as a provider are deeply rooted in my commitment to creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for my clients. I believe in establishing a judgment-free zone where clients feel accepted, valued, respected, and genuinely cared for. This atmosphere of trust and respect is fundamental to fostering effective therapeutic relationships. Additionally, I am passionate about helping my clients discover and harness their internal strengths. I work diligently to support them in developing a strong sense of self and improved self-worth, grounded in their unique values. My affinity for helping others drives me to be fully present and engaged in each session, ensuring that my clients always feel heard and understood. By providing a supportive and empathetic space, I empower my clients to explore their challenges and achieve personal growth.

Hello there! I am an LPC who specializes in anxiety, depression, mood disorders and PTSD. I also work with clients struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health issues. In addition, I do counseling on grief and loss and life transitions. I work with clients from a variety of backgrounds; I work diligently to make therapy accessible to as many people as possible. I work primarily with adults but also work with teens, children, parents and couples. I have been working as a licensed therapist for 3 years but have experience in mental health that goes back over a decade. My most noteworthy experience was working at a homeless shelter as a case manager and senior program manager. I believe that anyone could benefit from therapy at different times in their lives. I am unassuming but candid and kind but firm. I look forward to getting to know and learn from you. :)

Life transitions, relationships in flux, maybe you haven't felt like yourself recently. Navigating hard emotions that keep you up a night, or preoccupy thinking, might be holding you back from enjoying activities and relationships you once did. Reasons for seeking therapy are unique and individual to you. You are deserving of a therapist who will build a space for you to be vulnerable with your story and emotions. Together, we can build a path forward through empathetic processing, acceptance, skill building, and goal planning. Therapy is like a compass, it doesn't provide all the answers, but it provides direction. Focusing on your strengths, presenting problem, and future goals, our time together will be spent targeting false thoughts, realizing potential, and building trust in yourself. Life is unpredictable, full of blindsides that hit us regularly. If you find yourself in need of a space to find direction, it would be a privilege to partner with you.

I have 24 years of experience as a licensed psychologist. I've always been willing to take the time, get to know people individually and meet them where they are at. I specialize in treating individuals and couples with a history of depression and anxiety. I use a collaborative approach - you are the expert in you. Using a variety of evidenced based techniques, I will guide you to achieve your goals. I have extensive experience as a certified rehabilitation counselor, with a deep. As an expert in ADHD, I completed my dissertation on adult ADHD in 1998, and have since participated in drug studies, specifically focusing on Strattera. Additionally, I hold a professional certificate in Autism from UC Davis. This is your journey, let's get you to your desired destination.

Is therapy something you have always wanted to try and just haven't found the right fit?  I feel a strong therapeutic relationship is the first step in making true progress within therapy. I feel my approach will help you feel comfortable and safe in a clinical setting. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts, Connecticut and North Carolina. I have worked within this field for 15+ years, providing clinical therapy for 10 of those years. I have experience working with diverse populations ranging from children and adolescents in residential facilities; children and adolescents in a school setting; individuals and families who have experienced trauma; and couples, children and adults in outpatient settings. I enjoy working with adults, adolescents and couples using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused , Client Centered and Trauma Focused in order for clients to reach their own potential. I also believe that the therapeutic relationship is important for allowing people to realize their capacity for change.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience treating trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD and substance abuse. I also specialize in parenting and attachment. I utilize an array of treatment modalities to tailor the sessions to your unique needs. I offer a nonjudgmental environment to explore all emotions as we work together in the therapeutic process. It is most important to me that you have a helpful space to focus on improving your mental wellness, feeling valued and heard every step of the way. Together, we will work on creating a plan that feels comfortable and effective at helping you feel better so you can get back to your life. I am looking forward to walking with you along the path to healing!

I am Gina Rose, a License Clinical Social Worker, with 15 years experience in counseling treating behavioral health, mental health needs, concurrent with substance use needs. I focus on a variety of specialties with populations and certain therapies that can be applied to a variety of needs. My specialty needs are Depression, Anxiety, Substance Use, Situational Stress, Dual Diagnosis, Decision Making Stress, Relationship Break Down, Grief & Loss, Guilt & Shame, Adults with childhood trauma/ Adult children of alcoholics/dysfunctional families, and many other stresses and diagnoses. My therapy models are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT-COPE, CBT-Insomnia, CBT-Suicide Prevention, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, and working on Prolonged Exposure Therapy. I have limited abilities for couples with CBT, introduction to Gottman Model, and Brief Infidelity Interventions. My style is to learn about you, and infuse you with confidence with compassion. I am an advocate for freedom so I am a safe space for a variety of people across the spectrum of political beliefs, and personal identities. I am In-person at my office 9am-5pm, Weekdays, in Surf City/Holly Ridge, the Gateway Plaza Suites next to Pet Supplies Plus. To make regular attendance easier I provide virtual appointments.