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CT Psychologist 002173

Brian Lussier, CT Psychologist 002173

  • Experience36 years
  • LocationConnecticut
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Parenting
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
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About Brian

Brian Lussier is a Connecticut-based psychologist with 36 years of clinical experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, relationship struggles, anger, parenting challenges, and related concerns.

Background and approach

He brings long experience working across settings and with parents of children who have disabilities, which informs a practical, resource-focused approach to improving coping, problem solving, and emotional understanding. He uses an eclectic style that centers on the individual's feelings, thoughts, behaviors, and overall health while also considering family, work, and social influences.

His practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused techniques to help clients build skills, identify strengths, and experiment with changes that feel achievable. Brian emphasizes listening with compassion and offering encouragement, occasionally using gentle humor to create insight and relief.

Clients can expect a collaborative process aimed at increasing self-awareness, practical coping strategies, and clearer decision-making. He is credentialed as CT Psychologist 002173 and listens for the personal resources a client already has, then works with them to expand those resources for lasting improvement.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Brian uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and structured work, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, and sleep problems. He also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy to explore emotional experiences and attachment-related patterns within relationships, helping people deepen understanding of how emotions shape interactions.

Selecting the right approach is a collaborative process. He works with each person to assess goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adapting methods over time so the work fits the client rather than forcing a single technique.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to maximize flexibility and access. These options allow people to receive continuity of care around work schedules, family responsibilities, or mobility limits, and make it easier to maintain progress between live meetings through messaging and brief check-ins.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this psychologist address?
He works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is eclectic and collaborative, focusing on feelings, thoughts, behaviors, and health while also attending to family and work influences. He aims to be compassionate and encouraging while building practical skills.
What is his professional background and experience?
He has 36 years of experience working in varied settings and has long experience with parents of children who have disabilities, which contributes to a broad clinical perspective.
What credentials does he hold and where is he located?
He is credentialed as CT Psychologist 002173 and practices in Connecticut.
Which languages does he use in sessions and can he see international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available with this therapist?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementDepressionADHD

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeFatherhood issuesForgivenessIntellectual disabilitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

36+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English

What Brian can help with

Brian Lussier works with clients on stress and anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, depression, and ADHD.

Brian has worked in varied settings for over 30 years with people encountering social, emotional and behavioral difficulties.

Brian has been a certified school psychologist for over 20 years and has considerable experience with parents, especially those whose children have disabilities of all kinds.

How Brian approaches therapy

Brian's clinical approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Brian is a CT Psychologist 002173 practicing in Connecticut, with 36 years of clinical experience.