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Albert Cagganello

At a glance

Experience
25 years
Based in
Connecticut
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

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Albert Cagganello, LCSW

Compassionate therapist with long clinical experience

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License and NPI on record

CredentialStateNumber
LCSW Connecticut 006689

NPI1801052238

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  • 25 years experience
  • Connecticut based
  • Trauma and mood focus

About Albert

Albert Cagganello is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 25 years of practice in Connecticut. He focuses on helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. He invites clients to bring their own stories and strengths into sessions and offers steady support while they make change.

Albert sees each person as the expert on their life and works alongside them. He aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can name what’s hard and test new ways of coping. Sessions move at a practical pace with clear goals and simple steps to try between meetings.

His background includes long-term clinical work with people managing grief, family conflict, chronic health challenges, and relationship patterns such as codependency and attachment concerns. He also supports those dealing with aging and caregiver stress, abandonment issues, and major life separations like divorce.

Albert uses a mix of approaches to match individual needs. He draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and EMDR when appropriate. These methods guide conversations, skills practice, and processing of painful memories.

People who connect well with him are those who want practical tools and steady encouragement. He helps clients set small, doable goals and build routines that reduce overwhelm. To begin, readers can follow the site’s matching steps and schedule a first appointment.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Family conflictsGrief

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Connecticut

Languages

English

How Albert’s approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to values-based actions. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting thought and behavior patterns that keep problems going, then practicing different responses to reduce symptoms. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a method used to process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional intensity when appropriate.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then suggest which methods to try first. Sessions can change over time as needs evolve, and the plan is adjusted together.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy week and keeping momentum between appointments. Online work can make it easier to meet from different locations, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins when needed. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available and what will best fit your schedule.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, depression, grief, and coping with life changes. His additional focus areas include family of origin issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and relationship patterns like codependency.

How would you describe his therapy style?

Sessions are collaborative and straightforward, with a focus on practical steps and skill building. He emphasizes clients' strengths and works at a pace that fits each person's needs.

What is his professional background?

He has over 25 years of professional experience providing clinical care. That experience includes work with grief, trauma, chronic health issues, and family-related concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds a CT LCSW, which means Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut, and practices in Connecticut.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients supported?

International clients are not currently accepted for sessions.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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