HSP Therapist in Oxford CT

If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), you know the world can feel intense. Lights seem brighter, sounds louder, emotions deeper. At Mind Body Well Therapy in Oxford, CT, we specialize in therapy that understands and honors your sensitive, beautiful nervous system..

Many clients have been told they're "too much" or need to toughen up.  Or they feel like something's wrong. But you don't need to be fixed; you're not broken. You need to be supported.

What Does It Mean to Be a Highly Sensitive Person?

Being an HSP isn't a diagnosis—it's a temperament. Research by Dr. Elaine Aron shows that roughly 20% of the population has a more finely tuned nervous system. That means you might:

• Notice subtleties in your environment
• Feel deeply affected by others' moods
• Need more downtime than most people
• Startle easily or feel overwhelmed by chaos

Brain imaging studies show that HSPs tend to have heightened activity in areas tied to empathy, awareness, and sensory processing. You may also have a stronger stress response when your nervous system gets overloaded.

At Mind Body Well Therapy, we help you explore your sensitivity as a strength—not a burden.

How Therapy Can Help HSPs Thrive

Living as an HSP in this fast-paced, noisy world can be exhausting. Holistic therapy gives you a space to:

• Understand your sensitivity and how it impacts your daily life
• Learn to regulate overwhelm without shutting down
• Set and hold boundaries that protect your energy
• Heal from the chronic stress of being misunderstood

Our therapy sessions are paced gently and built around your mental health and wellness needs and your nervous system. We draw from somatic psychology and polyvagal theory, which help explain why you may shift between calm, fight-or-flight, or shutdown states depending on your environment.

Our approach honors your timing and sensitivity. You won't be flooded with interventions or pushed into topics before you're ready. Instead, we listen, attune, and co-create a path that respects your inner rhythms. 

What to Expect at Mind Body Well Therapy

Our practice is grounded in holistic, science-informed care. That means we consider the full picture—mind, body, heart, spirit and nervous system.

We offer:

• Holistic psychotherapy and counseling
• Somatic and mindfulness-based therapy
• Brain-based tools like neurofeedback
• Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) when appropriate
• Supportive tools for self-regulation, boundary work, and emotional processing

Most clients begin with weekly 45-minute sessions, either in person at our calming Oxford, CT office or via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth in CT (and also MD, VA or FL). We collaborate on a pace and structure that fits you, your nervous system needs, and your lifestyle.

You Might Be a Good Fit If You . . .

• Are easily overstimulated or emotionally flooded
• Struggle with anxiety or emotional burnout
• Need more alone time but feel guilty taking it
• Want a therapist who sees your depth, not just your symptoms

Many clients share words like this:

"I used to feel like I was broken or something was wrong with me for needing so much quiet. Now I realize I just needed room to breathe. I have space to be me. It's new to feel so calm. "

Whether new to therapy or returning after time away, our work together can help you feel more grounded, connected, and whole.

Why Choose an HSP Therapist in Oxford CT?

We understand sensitivity from the inside out. Our approach is trauma-informed, sensory-informed, and tailored for both mental health care and nervous system respect. We're located in Oxford, CT, and serve surrounding communities like Southbury, Woodbury, Beacon Falls, and Watertown.

You don't have to explain why you need quiet or why crowds feel draining. We get it. And we're here to help you feel empowered—not overwhelmed.

We support sensitive adults in building emotional steadiness, clearer boundaries, and a stronger relationship with their inner guidance system. With the right support, your sensitivity becomes your superpower.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is being highly sensitive the same as having anxiety?

It depends how you're defining anxiety. HSPs are generally more easily prone to overstimulation and that can make a person feel anxious. HSPs can also have thoughts that generate anxiety. If left unchecked, these can develop into an anxiety disorder.

High sensitivity (HS) itself (also known as sensory processing sensitivity) is not the same as having anxiety.  Being HS is a biological trait, like having brown or blue eyes. Also, it's worth sharing that sensory processing sensitivity is not a mental health disorder.

Do you offer virtual sessions?

Yes. We offer secure telehealth services for Connecticut as well as Maryland, Virginia and Florida clients.

Do I have to identify as an HSP to work with you?

Not at all. Some of our clients are non-HSPs. Some of our clients come in knowing they're highly sensitive. Others discover it along the way. Some come in feeling they are highly sensitive and find they are not.  It's all good. You are welcome here.

How long are the sessions, and how often do we meet?

Sessions are typically 45 minutes. Most clients begin with weekly appointments, and we revisit your goals and appointment frequency over time.

What happens after I reach out?

You'll receive a reply within 1–2 business days with the option to schedule a free consultation or begin care directly.

How to Get Started

We offer consultations so you can explore if we're a good fit—no pressure. We're here if you're ready to feel more seen, safe, and supported.

Reach out here to begin.

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Lucrezia Mangione supports anxious, highly sensitive women in fine-tuning focus, building emotional steadiness, and embracing the strengths of sensitivity. She also partners with therapists and helping professionals to offer brain-based care for clients who feel stuck or stalled. Her integrative approach helps clients feel calm, steady, and spacious—living and working on their own terms.

The content on this HSP Therapist in Oxford CT page was written by Lucrezia Mangione, with AI tools used to support layout and clarity. All insights are based on her clinical expertise and training.