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Best Therapists And Counselors in New Fairfield, CT (2026)

107 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in New Fairfield: CarePatrol of Connecticut, RP Score 82/100; 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 3

    Most-reviewed: Guiding Light Wellness LLC, 180 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 107 ranked; ranked #3.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

107 New Fairfield therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 34 open Saturdays and 14 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 107 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in New Fairfield at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in New Fairfield at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1CarePatrol of Connecticut825.0★ (79)New FairfieldSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Lantana Recovery804.8★ (53)New FairfieldSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Guiding Light Wellness LLC805.0★ (180)New FairfieldSat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
4CT Wellness Center764.5★ (15)New FairfieldSat · Sun · Evenings—
5Maggie Lucian, LMFT, LLC764.6★ (11)New Fairfield——
6Creative Solutions Health and Wellness Coaching and Counseling Services765.0★ (7)New FairfieldSat · Sun · Evenings—
7Michelle Weinstein, LPC, LADC755.0★ (3)New Fairfield——
8New Milford Counseling Center744.8★ (16)New FairfieldSat · Evenings—
9Visitation Solutions741.0★ (3)New Fairfield——
10Adult & Pediatric Counseling Specialists PLLC725.0★ (7)New FairfieldSat · Evenings—

The 107 best therapists and counselors in New Fairfield, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in New Fairfield

    #1 CarePatrol of Connecticut

    Based in New Fairfield

    82/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    1 Orchard Hill Rd, Newtown, CT 06470
    View profile for CarePatrol of Connecticut(203) 244-9562

  2. #2 Lantana Recovery

    Based in New Fairfield

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 53 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    143 West St Ste V, New Milford, CT 06776
    View profile for Lantana Recovery(860) 507-9258

  3. #3 Guiding Light Wellness LLC

    Based in New Fairfield

    80/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 180 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 180 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    143 West St, New Milford, CT 06776
    View profile for Guiding Light Wellness LLC(475) 289-4991

  4. #4 CT Wellness Center

    Based in New Fairfield

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 7:30 AM–8:30 PM · Tue–Wed 7:30 AM–8 PM · Thu–Fri 7:30 AM–9 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    107 Church Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
    View profile for CT Wellness Center(203) 270-9888

  9. #9 Visitation Solutions

    Based in New Fairfield

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    246 Federal Rd STE C24, Brookfield, CT 06804
    View profile for Visitation Solutions(203) 740-0091

  10. #10 Adult & Pediatric Counseling Specialists PLLC

    Based in New Fairfield

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 12 PM–8 PM · Fri 12 PM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    107 Church Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
    View profile for Adult & Pediatric Counseling Specialists PLLC(475) 323-2200

  12. #12 HIAAH

    Based in Danbury, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    828 Federal Rd Ste B, Brookfield, CT 06804
    View profile for HIAAH(800) 611-0185

  14. #14 Perry Githens APRN LLC/Apex Interventional Psychiatry LLC

    Based in New Fairfield

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    30 Bridge Street #2 lower level, 30 Bridge St Ste 103, New Milford, CT 06776
    View profile for Perry Githens APRN LLC/Apex Interventional Psychiatry LLC(860) 799-8344

  17. #17 Monique Proto, LPC

    Based in Danbury, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    Danbury, CT 06810
    View profile for Monique Proto, LPC(203) 778-3838

  18. #18 Newtown Therapy, a Southbury Counseling Practice

    Based in New Fairfield

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    14 Commerce Rd Suite 105, Newtown, CT 06470
    View profile for Newtown Therapy, a Southbury Counseling Practice(203) 568-5923

  19. #19 I.F.C. Counseling Services, LLC

    Based in New Fairfield

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–6:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    14 Church Hill Rd Ste B, Newtown, CT 06470
    View profile for I.F.C. Counseling Services, LLC(203) 885-4208

  21. #21 Family Study Center Inc

    Based in Danbury, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Family counselor”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    57 North St Ste 419, Danbury, CT 06810
    View profile for Family Study Center Inc(203) 778-3838

  22. #22 Jones Gregory G

    Based in Danbury, 4 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    246 Federal Rd STE C24, Brookfield, CT 06804
    View profile for Jones Gregory G(203) 740-2595

  25. #25 Santha T Kurien PC

    Based in Danbury, 5 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    27 Hospital Ave #304, Danbury, CT 06810
    View profile for Santha T Kurien PC(203) 743-3833

Therapists and counselors ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 107 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

therapists and counselors in New Fairfield, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Cheryl Schwartz Associates695.0★ (4)In New Fairfield
27Newtown Family Therapy694.0★ (4)In New Fairfield
28KidSense Therapy Group694.8★ (21)5 mi
29Wellmore | Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Services685.0★ (5)6 mi
30Greater Danbury Mental Health684.0★ (4)6 mi
31Perspectives Center for Care682.3★ (3)5 mi
32Western Connecticut Behavioral Health672.2★ (11)In New Fairfield
33CIFC Health (120 Main St)673.3★ (59)6 mi
34Nuvance Health672.4★ (23)In New Fairfield
35BlueSky Behavioral Health673.6★ (44)5 mi
36Cadence Wellness664.2★ (5)5 mi
37Brookfield Counseling, a Southbury Counseling Practice665.0★ (12)4 mi
38New Heights Catholic Charities664.5★ (6)5 mi
39CPC Associates Inc.663.1★ (25)5 mi
40Strength Of The Mind Psychiatry665.0★ (39)5 mi
41Christian Counseling Center of Greater Danbury654.1★ (8)4 mi
42Connecticut Counseling Group Danbury - Child, Family & Relationship Therapy655.0★ (15)6 mi
43Interpersonal Wellness, LLC655.0★ (4)7 mi
44Brew Medical and Rejuvenation Clinic654.6★ (11)4 mi
45Insight Counseling LLC644.6★ (9)11 mi
46First Step Wellness Psychotherapy and Counseling Center643.7★ (7)5 mi
47Lotus Behavioral Health645.0★ (5)5 mi
48Behavioral Medicine & Counseling Center643.6★ (21)4 mi
49Agustina Hortel-Rios Lopez, LCSW644.8★ (24)6 mi
50CIFC Health (152 West St)644.3★ (12)5 mi

Also serving New Fairfield

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving New Fairfield
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Adult, Child and Family PsychotherapyIn New Fairfield
Apex Community CareIn New Fairfield
Candlewood CounselingIn New Fairfield
Carly R. Jacques, LCSW LLC5.0★ (2)In New Fairfield
Family Hour PsychotherapeuticIn New Fairfield
Healing Nest Therapy Services LLCIn New Fairfield
Helene R. Karlin, PHDIn New Fairfield
Intrinsic Bloom Therapy5.0★ (1)In New Fairfield
Jane R. Todorski, LMFTIn New Fairfield
Jennifer Kosanke-Kamp, LMFT, LLCIn New Fairfield
Jodi L. Whiting, MS5.0★ (1)In New Fairfield
Judith Barr - Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MHCIn New Fairfield
Judith L. O'callaghan, LMFTIn New Fairfield
Mark Spellmann, PhD, Clinical Psychologist5.0★ (1)In New Fairfield
Mental Wellness Counseling LLCIn New Fairfield
New Milford CounselingIn New Fairfield
Scarth Douglas E PhD5.0★ (1)In New Fairfield
Sue E. Peters, LPCIn New Fairfield
Support: YOUIn New Fairfield
THE CROW'S NEST CT5.0★ (1)In New Fairfield

How we ranked New Fairfield therapists and counselors

We scored 107 New Fairfield therapists and counselors on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn New Fairfield data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Therapists and counselors in New Fairfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in New Fairfield?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in New Fairfield, CT is CarePatrol of Connecticut with an RP Score of 82/100. It has 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Lantana Recovery (#2) and Guiding Light Wellness LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 107 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in New Fairfield?

RankedPsychologists ranks 107 therapists and counselors serving New Fairfield, CT. 21 of them are based in New Fairfield; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which therapists and counselors in New Fairfield work on weekends?

34 of 107 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 14 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are CarePatrol of Connecticut (#1), Lantana Recovery (#2) and Guiding Light Wellness LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do New Fairfield therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 107 rated therapists and counselors in New Fairfield is 4.6★, with a median of 9 reviews. Guiding Light Wellness LLC has the most, 180 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do therapists and counselors outside New Fairfield count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the New Fairfield city center, our service radius for therapists and counselors. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can therapists and counselors pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are therapists and counselors in New Fairfield ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on therapy and counseling and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for New Fairfield

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 107 therapists and counselors serving New Fairfield.

More therapists and counselors and New Fairfield pages