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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Stamford, CT

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Stamford, CT

Postpartum mental health support in Stamford is available through Headway's extensive provider network, offering both talk therapy and medication management services. With providers available as soon as the next day and free intake consultations, getting started is accessible. Insurance coverage can make sessions affordable, with some patients paying as low as $0.

Ronella Ellis

Ronella Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I offer a grounded, compassionate presence that honors each client's lived experience, identity, and values.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alyssa Campbell

Alyssa Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to motivate, encourage, educate, and support you on your journey to becoming your best self.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chante Moreno

Chante Moreno

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I particularly enjoy supporting young adults transitioning to college, as well as helping adults with issues like depression, anxiety, parenting, pregnancy, autoimmune diseases and more.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Magdalena Tokarzewski

Magdalena Tokarzewski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment in a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their care.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anna Imperiale, Lcsw

Anna Imperiale, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Guilford, CT


“My approach is warm, interactive, and non-judgmental. I help people develop their personal insight, self-esteem, motivation, and identify coping skills that meet their specific needs.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. James Lubin

Dr. James Lubin

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Dr. Lubin emphasizes the importance of conducting a thorough assessment and utilizing evidence-based treatment modalities...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Vah

Elizabeth Vah

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is the combination of evidence-based therapeutic methods, a trauma-informed lens, and a genuine commitment to tailoring treatment to each person's unique story and goals.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sandra Labadia

Sandra Labadia

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


As a board certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for 10 years, I work with a plethora of inter-generational clients aged 21-90 who are struggling with anxiety and depression and trauma.

As a chaplain, I take a psycho-spiritual approach and work with clients assisting with intercultural issues, blended family dynamics, religiosity challenges and grief & loss.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amelia Shannon

Dr. Amelia Shannon

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor offering virtual therapy in Connecticut, New Jersey, Maryland, and Virginia. I hold a Ph.D. in Counseling Education and Supervision and specialize in working with individuals navigating the impact of childhood maltreatment and trauma, including sexual abuse. I also support women living with autoimmune diseases who are managing the emotional and psychological toll of chronic illness.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erin Jackson

Erin Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to engagement is collaborative and partnering. You are the driver, I am the passenger, supporting with navigation...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Xanic Wood

Xanic Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I balance genuine compassion, humor, and communication that is both gentle and direct to help you feel understood while also supporting meaningful growth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nina-Shevon Steverson

Nina-Shevon Steverson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I will work collaboratively with you to identify goals and teach you skills that you can utilize, even after our time together has concluded.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Samantha Figueroa

Samantha Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Samantha Figueroa specializes in helping people heal from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma. She takes a trauma-informed, strengths-based, holistic, and somatic approach to work with clients to help them heal and improve their relationship with themselves, others, and the world. She is also a meditation and yoga teacher, shamanic practitioner, and sound healer.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Pionke

Lisa Pionke

Therapist

Virtual • East Lyme, CT


Hi, I'm Lisa and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Clinician. I earned my bachelor's from St. Michael's College and my master's from Central Connecticut State University. I have been a licensed therapist for 18 years. I often work with adults on anxiety, depression, empowerment, and family dynamics.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mae Winters

Mae Winters

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is warm, practical, and personalized, combining evidence-based techniques with genuine support to help you create meaningful and lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erin Smokovich Dorflinger

Erin Smokovich Dorflinger

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


With over two decades of experience in the mental health field, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a compassionate approach to my practice. My career has encompassed direct clinical work, administrative and supervisory positions, consulting and teaching. I believe in a holistic, strengths-based approach to therapy, ensuring that each client receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs.

Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristen Smith

Cristen Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work from a highly engaged & collaborative perspective with my clients. We dive deep together to have real, meaningful conversations in ways that you probably haven't explored yourself before.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Carpenos

Lori Carpenos

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My own experience with depression, and the change that followed when I began to see human experience in a new way, has deeply shaped both my life and my work.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Leslie Pena-Sullivan

Dr. Leslie Pena-Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Her work experience in the field has encompassed several positions involving assessing and treating trauma in children, adolescents, and adults.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Sylvester

Michelle Sylvester

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I bring a down-to-earth, practical approach to therapy, helping children, adolescents, adults, and families build real-life skills to manage stress, anxiety, and life transitions.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittany Manchester

Brittany Manchester

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


“I see therapy as being in the passenger seat with the road map, and you tell me what the destination is.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katarzyna "Kat" Tesz

Katarzyna "Kat" Tesz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I take a compassionate, whole-person approach. I’m not here to treat just symptoms. I want to understand you. That means looking at your mind, body, stressors, routines, relationships, and everything that shapes your daily life.

I believe care works best when we do it together. We’ll talk about what you’re hoping for and build a plan that fits your needs, whether that includes medication, therapy support, or practical day-to-day strategies. My goal is for you to feel heard, supported, and steadier as you move forward.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jacqueline LaBonte

Jacqueline LaBonte

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe deepening ones understanding of themselves leads to clarity of both large and small changes that can be made and worked toward to move towards a more fulfilled life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Autumn Owodunni

Autumn Owodunni

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I became a therapist because I'm passionate about supporting people through difficult times and helping them find a sense of peace and clarity.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Janet Yager

Janet Yager

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Danbury, CT


Janet “Jan” Yager is a board certified nurse practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience in psychiatric, adult, and family health. After earning her Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from Stony Brook University, Jan took special interest in the disconnect between physical and mental health services. With a desire to provide a bridge between these aspects of care,

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Moya O'Leary

Moya O'Leary

Therapist

Virtual • Canton, CT


I’m Dr. Moya O’Leary, PsyD, LPC, a licensed therapist specializing in perinatal and maternal mental health. I help women and families navigate the emotional challenges of pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, fertility struggles, and pregnancy loss. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT and trauma-informed care. I believe therapy should feel supportive, practical, and tailored to your real life — not a one-size-fits-all process.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marium Zafar

Marium Zafar

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in treating South Asian women. I am well-versed in psychological and neuropsycholgical testing in both children and adults.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Balestracci

Kathryn Balestracci

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mystic, CT


“I bring empathy, humor, and practicality to each session that is rooted in evidence-based practices.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Aponte-Perez

Elizabeth Aponte-Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that every person possesses an innate strength to overcome obstacles, and my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and understood.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marissa Burke

Marissa Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a space where you can speak openly, without needing to explain the world you work in.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sandy Tustin

Sandy Tustin

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“For 25+ years I have been successfully treating people dealing with a variety of trauma/anxiety/mood disorders.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Milca Vargas

Milca Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome all! My background is working with children, adults, couples and families for the last 20+ years. I have a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Social Work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I speak English and Spanish.

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Baine

Jessica Baine

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use cognitive-behavioral techniques to help you examine your thinking patterns and develop new ones that leave you feeling more confident and at peace.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sandra Tatroe

Sandra Tatroe

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I want you to be able to leave even our initial session with at least one adaptive coping mechanism...”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maya Novok

Maya Novok

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


“As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience, I focus on an individual's strengths and uses a nonjudgmental lens to provide a safe space for healing.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sara Sumner

Sara Sumner

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I employ a warm and direct approach while using humor to help make therapy helpful and enjoyable at the same time.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Muna Bhandari

Muna Bhandari

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use a psychodynamic lens, integrating culture, attachment theory, and neurobiology, all while striving to ground my work in empathy, compassion, and authenticity.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Alicia Rodriguez

Alicia Rodriguez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rocky Hill, CT


“I have extensive experience working with pregnant women, new moms, and those coping with the emotional challenges that come with postpartum life.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Allen Drozd

Allen Drozd

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that while insight is important, true change requires learning new ways, alternatives or solutions and often requires us to stretch just outside of our comfort.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eleanor Garrou

Eleanor Garrou

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have an integrated approach that uses psychodynamic psychotherapy, trauma-informed practice, and incorporates parts of CBT and mindfulness.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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