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Randi Torstenson

She/Her

I bring over 18 years experience offering individual and couples therapy to LGBTQIA+ identified clients. I approach therapy committed to providing the care I would want for someone I love. A respectful, open, collaborative, and warm environment are at the heart of my interactions with individuals. Witnessing clients' growth and development is something I truly view as an honor. I have received special training in trauma-informed treatment and am highly experienced in working with clients from a variety of ethnic, racial, cultural, spiritual, and international backgrounds. I also have extensive experience with a variety of sexual orientations, gender identities, and practice affirming and validating the experiences of LGBTQIA+ identified individuals and couples. Overall, I believe you will find my approach open, flexible, and engaging. I Have Expertise in Treating: Depression and Anxiety, Personal and Romantic Relationship Concerns, Complicated and Painful Family Relationships and Dynamics, Body Image and Eating-Related Concerns, Coping with Life Transitions, Identifying and Healing from Emotional or Physical Abuse, Healing from Sexual Abuse or Sexual Assault, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Grief and Loss, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Queer, Transgender, Intersex, and Assexual Issues, College, & University Student Concerns, Work / Life Balance Issues, Stress Management, Self-Harm / Cutting Behaviors, Women's Issues. Populations I specialize in treating: Survivors of Trauma, Young Adults (Teens - 30's) Artists, Actors, Musicians, & Dancers, Adult Children of Alcoholics / Addicts, Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Individuals, Transgender, Queer, Non-Binary, or Questioning Individuals, and Women

Affiliations & Certifications
About Me

Certifications:

  • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy from the Psychoanalytic Association of New York (PANY)

Specialty:

Behavioral/Mental Health, Gender Affirming Counseling, LGBTQ-affirming Therapy, Psychotherapy

Languages:

English

Gender:

Woman

Ethnicity:

White

Sexual Orientation:

Straight

Insurance accepted:

  • Self Pay

  • Self Pay (Adjusted for Income/Sliding scale)

  • Private Insurance

Patient Focus
  • BIPOC
  • Transgender/Nonbinary
  • Youth
Approach
  • Harm Reduction
  • Weight Inclusive
  • Informed Consent
  • Racial Equity
  • Sex Positive
  • Trauma Informed Care
Locations
  • Dr. Randi Torstenson, Clinical Psychologist

    1200 High Ridge RoadStamford, CT 06905

    Accessibility:

    • Wheelchair Accessible

  • Dr. Randi Torstenson, Clinical Psychologist

    67 Irving PlaceNew York, NY 10003

    Accessibility:

    • Wheelchair Accessible