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Peggy Winsman, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Peggy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Peggy. View 22 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Connecticut

Recent reviews

Thank you Peggy, you have been so helpful to me.

Reviewed February 2024

She is doing a great job

Reviewed February 2024

More about Peggy

  • 23 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience and have a wide range of experiences. I have worked with children and adults who have experienced trauma; people who have depression and anxiety; and those who are having difficulty with adjusting to life changes, since the beginning of my career. Your physical/medical health can be important when dealing with your mental health, so I may incorporate information related to "Health and Wellness;" including medical status, nutrition, physical activity and more.

Whatever the reason you are seeking therapy, it is important that you feel comfortable, supported by your therapist, and heard. These are reasons why I subscribe to a client centered approach. I use trauma informed and strength-based approaches, and draw from various perspectives including Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused, Developmental, and Somatic therapies.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Compassion fatigue ADHD Chronic pain, illness, and disability Dissociation Impulsivity Post-traumatic stress Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Peggy Winsman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497828560.

  • LCSW · Connecticut · 009155 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Peggy Winsman

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

22 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Great Listens Recommend Support Caring Amazing Anxiety Comfortable Helped

Thank you Peggy, you have been so helpful to me.

Reviewed February 2024

She is doing a great job

Reviewed February 2024

I highly recommend Peggy! She takes the time to walk you through why and how you can implement the therapy into your daily life. She also isn’t afraid to challenge my beliefs that are toxic and does so in an extremely respectful kind way. Wish I met her 2 years ago. 10/10 would book again.

Reviewed November 2023

Peggy is amazing! She takes the time to listen and understand. I had a very difficult time finding this in Connecticut and was a bout to give up. She's the first therapist in a long time I feel comfortable opening up too because she's listening, she cares, she takes the time to sync our therapy so it's person centered and not a one size fits all approach. I only wish I had found her sooner.

Reviewed August 2023

Peggy gets it. I’ve never had a therapist get it from day one. She is amazing. She provides me with tons of helpful worksheets and relaxation techniques to get me through the day. She checks in on me and supports me and meets me where I’m at. Peggy is professional yet personal and caring. I have hope that I didn’t have before I started talking with her. I have the support that I was lacking and it feels great to be heard and validated.

Reviewed August 2023

I feel very lucky to have found Peggy Winsman. I have only met with her twice but I feel confident she will be very helpful.

Reviewed June 2023

I've been seeing Peggy for a few weeks now, but I feel as though I've been speaking with her for years. She is so open and understanding and seems to genuinely want to understand her patients/what their struggles are. She never claims to have all the answers and never tries to "fix" things with big, blanketed statements. Rather, she listens and takes things one step at a time, providing ample guidance along the way. On another note, I've never had such open communication with a therapist before. By this, I mean Peggy is quick and responsive with messages on the Betterhelp website. She shares helpful readings and worksheets. And--maybe most importantly--she remembers you and the things you spoke about. If she's uncertain about a detail, she asks about it, rather than jumping to conclusions. Overall, it's been a pleasure seeing Peggy, and I always look forward to our sessions, something that has not always been the case with me and therapy.

Reviewed April 2023

We’re off to a great start and I look forward to working together. I left my first session with useful tools for immediate help and she is very responsive to my questions and concerns. I feel validated, like there’s hope. We’ll see.

Reviewed March 2023

Peggy is incredible. We connected instantly and have a great relationship in the short time I have worked with her. In past experiences with in-person therapy it was more difficult to build that trust but with the convenience of this platform and the flexibility offered it takes one more bit of anxiety out of the equation

Reviewed March 2023

Peggy Winsman is my Guardian Angel. In a very short time, Peggy has been my advocate and main source of support for too much trauma endured since a child. She believed in me when I did not & had carried I me with such grace, compassion, and incredibly spot on diagnosis’s. Peggy is a gift to all! ❤️

Reviewed March 2023

Peggy is a wonderful therapist. She helped me out tremendously. She really listens.. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed February 2023

Peggy is an incredible listener and offered practical solutions and tips. I truly enjoy talking to her and felt comfortable from our very first session!

Reviewed February 2023

Peggy has been working very thorough on me. Covering all bases and even back tracking to things I don't think are important or of relevance. Yet she digs it out and for the first time in years I feel like I uncovered something that I didn't know was going on. I would love to continue working with Peggy. And look forward to our sessions

Reviewed April 2023

Peggy is the best therapist I have had in 10 years, her knowledge and kind approach is a God send.

Reviewed December 2022

Before I started working with Peggy, my life felt shattered. Now, I have a safe space to work through my trauma and heal. Peggy walks with me at my pace and is no nonsense, providing me with the support I didn't realize had been so absent from my life. She has been a true gift to my life and I'm so thankful she's with me on this journey of healing.

Reviewed December 2022

Peggy is very caring yet professional. I’ve verbally been mean to her out of frustration and she still makes suggestions and shows support. She’ll reach out to me during the week to see how I’m doing, has taken the time to chat when I’m really down in between sessions. Has sent worksheets pertaining to my situations. I’d recommend her personally to anyone I know that needed a counselor.

Reviewed December 2022

Greater listener and communicator. Is willing to do the work required to help you. Very knowledgeable.

Reviewed November 2022

After talking to Peggy at our first session I am enthusiastic to get started and think we will work together nicely

Reviewed August 2022

Peggy is thoughtful, caring and just a wonderful person. I am so incredibly thankful that I have my sessions with her. She’s helped/helping me learn more about my personality and addressing stress in my relationship and in life. Peggy truly has been life changing for me.

Reviewed July 2022

Peggy shows up on time, listens intently, recalls what we’ve been talking about. She is my biggest supporter! She monitors posts made by me in between & willing to help in between sessions. She is firm but companionate! I’d strongly recommend her to others. She gets 5 stars!

Reviewed July 2022

She’s so helpful with my anxiety. She listens, gives productive exercises to stop unhealthy thoughts and she makes me feel less alone about my mental health struggles.

Reviewed June 2022

After two sessions I feel that Peggy has ensured that we stayed on topic but also gave me plenty of room to ramble and have spontaneous thoughts. She’s very observant and attentive to how I’m reacting to what’s being talked about. And she is genuine I don’t know another way to say it but she has an interest in battering other peoples lives and I’m happy to have found her.

Reviewed May 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Peggy Winsman offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Peggy Winsman works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Peggy Winsman speak?

Peggy Winsman speaks English.

How many years of experience does Peggy Winsman have?

Peggy Winsman has 23 years of experience.

Where is Peggy Winsman licensed to practice?

Peggy Winsman is licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Does Peggy Winsman accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Peggy Winsman does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Peggy Winsman offer?

Peggy Winsman offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Peggy Winsman?

Peggy Winsman can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Peggy Winsman?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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