Charmaine Samuda, LCSW, Woodbridge, CT

About Charmaine Samuda

Focus areas

Anxiety Disorder

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Person-Centered

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Charmaine Samuda

Dr. Samuda is the practice owner and psychotherapist of Best Practice Psychotherapy, LLC. She is a Connecticut Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a Doctor of Social Work degree and a Bachelor’s degree from Southern Connecticut State University, as well as a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University. Dr. Samuda’s expansive clinical background includes over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in schools, hospitals, and intensive outpatient settings. Her impassioned focus on helping those with limited access to mental health treatment remains a priority. If you are ready for lasting change, Dr. Samuda is here to help you overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger management, low self-esteem, and negative attitudes. Whether you struggle to maintain healthy relationships, move past trauma, or adjust to life transitions, you don’t have to face it alone. Together, she will work with you to achieve your therapeutic goals. Your first appointment is an important step toward a healthier, happier you, paving the way for positive change. With her extensive clinical experience, Dr. Samuda provides strategies tailored to your unique needs. Her expertise in gold-standard therapies, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), ensures you acquire essential coping skills for lasting success. Everyone has the potential to improve their lives, and she can help you bridge the gap between your current situation and your desired future. Dr. Samuda’s goal is to assist families in moving from discord to harmony. She is dedicated to empowering teens and adults to achieve emotional balance, nurture fulfilling relationships, and discover a life worth living.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I support clients facing challenges like depression, anxiety, and stress from difficult experiences. In our early sessions, we'll dive into your main concerns and work together to create a personalized treatment plan. Many clients notice improvements within a month or two. In my treatment sessions, I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to help clients improve their management of emotions and behavior. I will help you learn greater self-awareness and practical coping strategies, break cycles of distress, and pave the way for healing and resilience.

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Popular visit reasons

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Adjustment Disorder

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Office location

Charmaine Samuda, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

Best Practice Psychotherapy, LLC

30 Hazel Terrace, Ste 10, Woodbridge, CT 06525

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Education and background

Practice names

Best Practice Psychotherapy, LLC

Education and training

Southern Connecticut State University, Doctor of Social Work
Columbia University, Master's in Clinical Social Work
Southern Connecticut State University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1558548057

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Charmaine Samuda?

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Is Charmaine Samuda accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Charmaine Samuda online?

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What practice does Charmaine Samuda work with?

Charmaine Samuda works with Best Practice Psychotherapy, LLC.

Where is Charmaine Samuda's office located?

Charmaine Samuda has 2 office locations in Woodbridge, view full addresses on Charmaine Samuda's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Charmaine Samuda?

Charmaine Samuda frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Charmaine Samuda on their profile.