About Abigail

Abigail Thurlow is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Connecticut with 13 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing depression, anxiety, addiction, PTSD, and ADHD. Abigail aims to make the first step feel manageable and meets people where they are with a direct but compassionate approach.

She currently provides care in medication assisted treatment for substance use and also sees clients in independent practice. Her background includes seven years in group homes supporting young people with significant mental health and behavioral needs, and work with people on parole and probation.

Background and approach

That range shaped a practical, flexible style. Abigail uses a mix of approaches to fit each person's goals. She draws on client-centered methods to build trust and on cognitive behavioral techniques to address thinking and behavior.

Dialectical behavior skills and mindfulness are used for emotion regulation and stress management. Sessions focus on concrete steps and real-life coping tools. She offers a straightforward, nonjudgmental space where people can talk through relationship strain, grief, anger, career stress, or the ups and downs of mood disorders.

Practical problem solving and motivational interviewing help when change feels overwhelming. Abigail also has experience with aging and geriatric concerns, cancer-related stress, caregiver burnout, and co-occurring substance and mental health issues. She brings steady, clear guidance for people navigating big life changes or complex health challenges.

How Abigail blends proven approaches for online care

Abigail often combines client-centered work with cognitive behavioral therapy to help people make practical changes. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person's experience and building a trusting relationship. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and address ADHD-related challenges.

She also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills when intense emotions or impulsive reactions are a concern. DBT techniques teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills that help during crises and in daily life. Abigail approaches therapy collaboratively and will work with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people juggling work, medical issues, or caregiving. Video calls allow full conversations and visual cues, phone sessions can fit into a busy day or require less bandwidth, and live chat or text messaging provide shorter check-ins or on-the-go support. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice new skills between sessions.

Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does Abigail help with?
She supports adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, ADHD, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, mood disorders, sleep and eating issues, and career or life transitions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm and understanding but also straightforward. She combines practical coping skills with listening to tailor treatment to each person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 13 years of counseling experience, including work in medication assisted treatment, independent practice, group homes, and with clients on parole or probation.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Connecticut as a CT LPC.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and routines.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
13 years
Licensed
Connecticut
Languages
English

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