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Mood Institute
Personalized, evidence-based care for depression and complex mood disorders.
Thoughtful psychiatric care, experienced clinicians, and a clear place to begin.
- Evidence-based care
- Compassionate experts
- Research-active practice
Dr. Lisa Harding, Medical Director of Mood Institute
Yale-Affiliated LeadershipGuided by leaders from Yale School of Medicine.
Evidence-Informed CarePsychiatric care grounded in evidence and clinical judgment.
Two Connecticut LocationsCare in Milford, CT and Southport, CT.
Research-Active PracticeA practice that takes part in clinical research.
Insurance
Insurance plans commonly accepted
Coverage varies by plan. Confirm benefits with your insurer and our team during consultation.
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Medicare
- Medicaid/Husky
- United
- Optum
- Oxford
- ConnectiCare
- Magellan
- Yuzu Health
Find your place to begin
Whether you are seeking care, referring a patient, or exploring research, start with the option that best matches what you need today.
Patients & Families
Explore services, learn what to expect, and find a clear place to begin.
I'm a patientReferring Providers
Find referral information and practical resources for coordinating care.
Refer a patientResearch & Partners
Learn about clinical trials for participants and site capabilities for sponsors.
Explore researchFind your next step
Explore care for complex mood disorders and choose where you would like to begin.
I'm exploring interventional psychiatry
Learn how interventional options are considered alongside comprehensive psychiatric care.
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I need ongoing medication support
Learn how ongoing visits can support medication review, monitoring, and coordination.
Learn about medication supportHow getting started works
Step 1. Request a consultation
Tell us what you are looking for and how we can reach you.
Step 2. 15-minute virtual consultation
Speak with our team about your questions and possible next steps.
Step 3. Gather records and prepare
We will explain which records may be useful for your visit.
Step 4. Complete diagnostic consultation
Meet with a psychiatrist to review your history and discuss next steps.
You may be a good fit if…
You want to understand options after limited relief from prior treatments.
You are looking for support with complex mood symptoms or related concerns.
You value collaborative psychiatric care and thoughtful medication planning.
Advancing mental health through research
Mood Institute is a research-active site. Participants can learn about current studies; sponsors can review capabilities and contact our research team.
Explore ResearchWhy Choose Mood Institute
Patient-Centered Care
We listen carefully and build the conversation around your goals.
Evidence-Based Services
Care informed by current evidence and thoughtful clinical judgment.
Experienced Team
Psychiatrists and clinicians specializing in complex mood care.
Research-Active
Clinical trials that advance options for patients and partners.
Safety & Quality
Monitoring and quality practices across procedure-capable rooms.