Dr. Sursatie Chetram

Compassionate, goal-focused therapy with practical tools

LPC Connecticut

Experience: 6 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Sursatie

Dr. Sursatie Chetram focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family difficulties, grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem, career struggles, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.

Background and approach

She also attends to related issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, adoption and foster care matters, autism and Asperger syndrome considerations, blended family dynamics, chronic pain and illness, codependency, communication and control problems, domestic violence, substance use, eating-related issues, and disruptive mood dysregulation disorder. Dr.

Chetram brings six years of clinical experience to her work as an LPC based in Connecticut. Her style blends a strength-based stance with interactive, client-centered listening, aiming to build a respectful and compassionate environment where clients can explore concerns and identify goals.

She draws on a mix of evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and client-centered techniques to tailor care to individual needs. Known for prioritizing the client’s well-being and collaborating on personalized plans, she supports people navigating transitions and complex life stressors.

Dr. Chetram accepts international clients and offers flexible session formats to accommodate different schedules and preferences.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Dr. Chetram frequently integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy into her remote work. CBT focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and coping difficulties. ACT emphasizes values-guided action and learning to accept uncomfortable thoughts and emotions while building a meaningful life, which often helps with stress, chronic pain, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist partners with clients to explore which methods match their goals and preferences, and adapts strategies over time based on progress and feedback to ensure the work remains practical and personally relevant.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to attend regular sessions, practice skills between meetings, and maintain continuity of care for clients living in Connecticut or internationally.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

She works with a broad set of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, relationship and family problems, grief, parenting, self-esteem, career challenges, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

Expect a strength-based, interactive, and client-centered style that emphasizes collaboration and respect while using practical skills and reflective conversation.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

She has six years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families across a variety of concerns and life transitions.

What are the therapist's credentials and location?

The clinician holds the LPC credential with licence number CT LPC 003262 and is based in Connecticut.

Does the therapist speak other languages or accept international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and she does accept international clients.

Which session formats are available for remote work?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different communication preferences.

What should I know about cost and payment?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a session according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Connecticut

Languages

English