Maureen Connell, LMFT
- Anxiety and stress support
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
- Relationship and self esteem
About Maureen Connell
Her style is grounded, supportive, and collaborative, with an emphasis on creating an open space where clients can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Maureen understands that reaching out for therapy can take courage, especially when life feels stuck or overwhelming, and she helps clients move toward a more fulfilling direction at a pace that feels manageable.
Whether someone is looking to strengthen relationships, feel more secure in who they are, or build healthier ways of coping, Maureen focuses on encouragement and practical support so clients feel empowered as they take the next steps forward.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Maureen Connell have?
Maureen Connell has 15 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Maureen Connell a licensed therapist?
Yes. Maureen Connell is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in New York (NY LMFT 001368).
In which languages does Maureen Connell provide therapy?
Maureen Connell provides therapy in English.
Where is Maureen Connell located?
Maureen Connell is located in New York.
How can I work with Maureen Connell as my therapist?
You can work with Maureen Connell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Maureen Connell work with international clients?
Yes. Maureen Connell works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Maureen Connell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Maureen Connell draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be especially helpful for anxiety, relationship stress, and challenges with self-esteem.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns can shape adult connection, trust, and self-worth. It can be useful for people who notice recurring relationship dynamics, fears of abandonment, or difficulty feeling emotionally safe with others. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps individuals and couples better understand emotional needs and strengthen bonds by changing unhelpful interaction cycles. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another, offering practical tools to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and build healthier coping strategies for stress and anxiety.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Maureen collaborates with clients to understand what is bringing them to therapy, what they want to change, and what style of support feels most helpful, adjusting the work over time as goals become clearer.
Online therapy also makes it easier to fit support into real life. Clients can meet with Maureen through video calls or phone sessions, and can also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility between sessions.