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Where mental health becomes mental wealth.

We combine evidence-based psychiatry with thoughtful, integrative and innovative approaches, creating personalized care that considers the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

Virtual psychiatric & therapy care for patients located in Connecticut, Massachusetts & the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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A moment of calm and clarity, whole-person mental wellness
Board-Certified LeadershipGeneral & addiction psychiatry
Multidisciplinary TeamPsychiatrists, therapists & specialists
Secure & ConvenientVirtual appointments
Established 2013Over a decade of patient care
Conditions We Treat

Expert care for your mental health and well-being

Mental health concerns rarely fit neatly into a single diagnosis. Our clinicians take the time to understand you, treating the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

Anxiety & Panic Disorders

Persistent worry, panic attacks, fears, avoidance, and anxiety that interferes with daily life.

Depression & Mood Disorders

Low mood, loss of interest, low motivation, irritability, and changes affecting wellbeing.

ADHD

Difficulty with attention, organization, impulsivity, and executive functioning.

Bipolar Disorder

Significant changes in mood, energy, sleep, activity, and functioning, including periods of depression, elevated mood, or irritability.

Trauma & PTSD

Support for intrusive memories, hypervigilance, avoidance, and other effects of trauma.

Substance Use & Addiction

Evidence-based treatment for alcohol, opioids, and other substance-use concerns, including medications for addiction treatment when appropriate.

What We Do

Care that treats the whole person

Evidence-based psychiatric care, therapy, addiction treatment and innovative wellness services, all coordinated around your individual needs.

Psychiatry & Medication Management

Psychiatry & Medication Management

Personalized psychiatric evaluations and medication management for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood and co-occurring conditions.

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Therapy & Counseling

Therapy & Counseling

Individual, family and couples psychotherapy using evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches.

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Addiction Treatment

Addiction Treatment

Expert outpatient care for substance use and opioid dependence, focused on lasting recovery.

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Advanced & Interventional Psychiatry

Advanced & Interventional Psychiatry

Expanding treatment options for patients who may benefit from innovative, evidence-based approaches beyond traditional medication and psychotherapy. Coming soon.

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Experiencing a mental health emergency? Straun Health & Wellness is not an emergency service. Please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. You can also call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Our Team

Meet our providers

Our multidisciplinary team brings together psychiatry, psychotherapy and addiction expertise to provide coordinated, individualized care that cares about the individual over the diagnosis.

Teo-Carlo Straun

Teo-Carlo Straun

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Karla Rodriguez-Perez

Karla Rodriguez-Perez

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Courtney Higgins

Courtney Higgins

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Whole-Person Care

What whole-person care means at SHAW

Mental health conditions don't always occur in isolation. That's why we look beyond individual symptoms to understand how the different parts of your life connect.

Mental

Mood, anxiety, attention, thoughts, behaviors, trauma, and emotional wellbeing.

Physical

Sleep, medical conditions, medications, nutrition, activity, and other health factors.

Social

Relationships, family, work, school, community, and your environment.

Purpose & Meaning

Personal values, goals, identity, spirituality, and what helps create a fulfilling life.

The Process

How it works

A clear, caring path from first contact to lasting transformation.

1

Screening

A brief screening with our Clinical Coordinator to understand your needs.

2

Consultation

A full evaluation and an individualized comprehensive treatment plan.

3

Personalized Care

Together, we'll develop an individualized plan that may include medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle approaches or other appropriate services.

4

Give Back

Wellness, Empathy, Awareness, Love, Trustworthiness, Healthy Relationships.

Our core focus

Purpose

Help people understand themselves, heal and move toward their fullest potential through compassionate, individualized care.

Cause

Extend the impact of mental healthcare beyond the individual by strengthening families and communities.

Passion

Build healthier relationships with ourselves and with others through evidence-based care, innovation, and human connection.

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In a supportive, compassionate environment, our clinicians work with you as a unique individual to address all of your concerns, treating the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

Dr. Teo-Carlo Straun

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