Family Therapy Psychiatrists in 06890

Photo of Andrea Dolan, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in 06890, CT
Andrea Dolan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BSN , MPH, FNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Southport, CT 06890  (Online Only)
I am dually board-certified in Family Medicine and Psychiatry with 25 yrs in oncology, hospice, bereavement services, palliative care and psychiatry.
Offering online appointments to patients located in Connecticut and New York. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, lack of focus, insomnia, or trauma? Are you struggling with school, your job, your peers, or in your relationships? Do you feel alone or overwhelmed by physical or emotional suffering? Have you experienced the death of a loved one, a life transition such as divorce or loss of employment? Are you challenged by caregiver distress, caring for loved ones, or daily management of life? Is your goal to improve you or your loved ones emotional wellbeing, health, relationships, and quality of life?
I am dually board-certified in Family Medicine and Psychiatry with 25 yrs in oncology, hospice, bereavement services, palliative care and psychiatry.
Offering online appointments to patients located in Connecticut and New York. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, lack of focus, insomnia, or trauma? Are you struggling with school, your job, your peers, or in your relationships? Do you feel alone or overwhelmed by physical or emotional suffering? Have you experienced the death of a loved one, a life transition such as divorce or loss of employment? Are you challenged by caregiver distress, caring for loved ones, or daily management of life? Is your goal to improve you or your loved ones emotional wellbeing, health, relationships, and quality of life?
(475) 244-6944 View (475) 244-6944
Photo of Monica Starr, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in 06890, CT
Monica Starr
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
Southport, CT 06890
When seeking care for your mental health needs it is important to find a practitioner with advanced training and board certification in Psychiatry. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed to prescribe psychiatric medication to adults. As a nurse in the mental health field for over 30 years, I pride myself as a patient, empathic and introspective practitioner who views clients in a holistic manner.
When seeking care for your mental health needs it is important to find a practitioner with advanced training and board certification in Psychiatry. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner licensed to prescribe psychiatric medication to adults. As a nurse in the mental health field for over 30 years, I pride myself as a patient, empathic and introspective practitioner who views clients in a holistic manner.
(475) 445-2874 View (475) 445-2874
Photo of Charles P Alexander, Psychiatrist in 06890, CT
Charles P Alexander
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Southport, CT 06890
As I have grown and developed during the more than 40 years I have practiced psychiatry I feel the need to define myself and my interests more specifically. External forces are working to limit the Psychiatrists' role to medication prescriber. I certainly do some of this as the goal of symptom alleviation is an important one. What appeals most to me, however, is to work with individuals to achieve a more fundamental shift. Growth at a deeper level. Consequently, I have consolidated medication and talk therapy "under one roof." This provides efficiency and power difficult to achieve with split therapy.
As I have grown and developed during the more than 40 years I have practiced psychiatry I feel the need to define myself and my interests more specifically. External forces are working to limit the Psychiatrists' role to medication prescriber. I certainly do some of this as the goal of symptom alleviation is an important one. What appeals most to me, however, is to work with individuals to achieve a more fundamental shift. Growth at a deeper level. Consequently, I have consolidated medication and talk therapy "under one roof." This provides efficiency and power difficult to achieve with split therapy.
(203) 552-2371 View (203) 552-2371
Photo of Christopher Allen, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in 06890, CT
Christopher Allen
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN
Verified Verified
Southport, CT 06890
I am a Yale trained board certified psychiatric clinical specialist nurse practitioner practicing in Southport Connecticut. My practice is small, intimate, individual and holistic. I provide a wide range of services from medication management to individual and couples therapy. As I am dually certified in adult medicine and psychiatry, I have an integrative approach to psychiatric and physical wellness. This includes nutritional and alternative medicine, labs and genetic testing. I have a humanistic approach to treating clients that is caring and compassionate. Please contact me directly at 203-838-1878. For appointme.
I am a Yale trained board certified psychiatric clinical specialist nurse practitioner practicing in Southport Connecticut. My practice is small, intimate, individual and holistic. I provide a wide range of services from medication management to individual and couples therapy. As I am dually certified in adult medicine and psychiatry, I have an integrative approach to psychiatric and physical wellness. This includes nutritional and alternative medicine, labs and genetic testing. I have a humanistic approach to treating clients that is caring and compassionate. Please contact me directly at 203-838-1878. For appointme.
(203) 838-1678 View (203) 838-1678
Photo of Rose Shea, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in 06890, CT
Rose Shea
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southport, CT 06890  (Online Only)
Welcome to your healing journey! I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing degree. I have over 15 years of experience as a nurse with the last 8 years focused on mental health and substance use. I pride myself in taking a humanistic, person-centered approach to helping individuals manage mental illness through psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and lifestyle interventions. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to receive care. I provide a compassionate and supportive environment to work with my individuals to develop a plan of care.
Welcome to your healing journey! I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing degree. I have over 15 years of experience as a nurse with the last 8 years focused on mental health and substance use. I pride myself in taking a humanistic, person-centered approach to helping individuals manage mental illness through psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic, and lifestyle interventions. My goal is to create a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to receive care. I provide a compassionate and supportive environment to work with my individuals to develop a plan of care.
(475) 250-1908 View (475) 250-1908
Family Therapy Psychiatrists

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.