Dr. Douglas Rau, a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, recognizes that life presents a variety of challenges and hardships. Many individuals may grapple with insecurities, fears, anger, or resentment, often facing dissatisfaction in relationships or work. Dr. Rau understands that, while many have sought to address these feelings independently, lasting relief can be elusive. He believes that the root of these issues may sometimes be identifiable, while at other times, they can feel vague and unclear. Ultimately, each person's unique difficulties and life circumstances are worthy of exploration. Dr. Rau holds a firm belief that psychotherapy enhances our inherent capability to understand ourselves, as individuals strive to realize their hopes and aspirations. His sessions focus on fostering meaningful change—bringing forth resources, resolving conflicts, and opening pathways for personal growth. Clients describe Dr. Rau as easy-going and insightful, and with 18 years of experience, he has witnessed the transformative power of psychotherapy in altering self-defeating patterns, alleviating troubling symptoms, and nurturing better understanding and self-acceptance. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Rau serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor, holding esteemed faculty positions at the Yale Child Study Center and the Psychiatry Department in the Yale School of Medicine, where he has contributed to the field through publications on psychotherapy supervision and young adult psychopathology. He specializes in working with late teens and adults in individual and couples psychotherapy.