Portrait of a smiling woman with long brown hair wearing a black and purple floral blouse against a dark green background, head-and-shoulders shot.
Portrait of a smiling woman with long brown hair wearing a black and purple floral blouse against a dark green background, head-and-shoulders shot.

Stephanie C Langlais, LCSW

Stephanie Langlais is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 18 years of experience at CBHA and an additional 4 years in a school setting. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Rhode Island College and is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized care for teens and adults.

Stephanie offers individual therapy and uses a range of evidence based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), emotion regulation therapy (ERT), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), and is currently in training for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Her approach is strength based, non judgmental, compassionate, and holistic, helping clients address depression, anxiety, executive functioning challenges, addiction, relationship issues, trauma, and peer related concerns.

She is known for creating a safe, judgment free environment where clients can show up exactly as they are. Stephanie works collaboratively with each individual, encouraging personal insight and offering solutions that help build resilience. She believes that growth often starts with small, brave steps, and she welcomes her clients with unconditional support.

Stephanie also works as a school social worker and has been recognized with the Crystal Apple Award in 2025. She brings this expertise to her clinical work, helping parents and teens navigate the school system and offering guidance with the 504 and IEP processes.

Education
BSW, Rhode Island College
MSW, Rhode Island College

Licensure
Licensed in Connecticut

Licensed in Rhode Island

Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Executive Functioning
Addiction
Relationship Issues
Trauma
School Related Challenges

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Dolly

“I have been seeing Dr. Awwa for almost 10 years. He is kind, compassionate and listens. I have seen him at all three offices and have never encountered any difficulty with any staff members.”
– D (Patient)

Foxy

“I have always been treated with dignity and respect @ CBH. I’m always warmly welcomed by name & treated very well. Dr. Awwa has been such an important influence in my life! Thanks to him I am in such a good place today.”
– F (Patient)

Tina

“I absolutely love Dr Awwa. I have been going to him for a long time. He knows what works for me and I am completely open and honest with him!”
– T (Patient)

Mark

“I’ve been a patient of Dr. Awwa for years. He has helped me through many changes and struggles. The staff is professional, friendly and accommodating!”
– M (Patient)

Carla

“The absolute best mental health place in CT. Dr. Awwa is great!”

– C (Patient)
Donna

“Dr Awwa is a blessing to me and my family. He has patiently seen us through some rough times. I have needed his help in some difficult situations and He was right there backing me up and doing everything to help. He has my upmost respect and trust. You can sense his love in helping people to get better.”
– D (Patient)

Elizabeth

“I have fought depression, anxiety, and PTSD for many years. I had settled for just okay, until CT Behavioral Health. I have been a client for around 1 1/2 years and have found myself healthier and happier then I have been in years. My therapist is awesome and knowledgeable and we have come a long way. She also returns calls promptly which keeps you grounded. The staff treats you with both respect and kindness. Dr. Awwa, the psychiatrist, is amazing. He can get so much done and really knows his patients.”
– E (Patient)

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