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Melissa Sestito

Lmft

mental health Stamford, CT Pha
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
10 years at Pha
Gender
Female
Connections
501
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Melissa Sestito is one of them.
  • 939 mental health professionals are based in CT (out of 18,993 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 12 contacts at Pha are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical mental health compensation in CT: $43,000 – $107,000 (median $62,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in CT: Private Practice (36), Sole Proprietor (36), State Of Connecticut (19).
  • 3% of mental health professionals in CT hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 83% of mental health professionals in CT have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Fairfield University
MA
2012
University of Delaware
BA
2006
University of Delaware
BA
2006
Skills
Mental Health Benefits Administration Hro Coaching Employee Benefits Performance Management Employee Relations Customer Service Onboarding Healthcare Counseling Psychology Psychotherapy Therapists Mental Health Counseling Adolescents Psychology Group Therapy Crisis Intervention Life Transitions Treatment Family Therapy Conflict Resolution Stress Management
Professional Overview

Melissa Sestito is a Lmft, currently affiliated with Pha, based in Stamford, CT. As a mental health, Sestito contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Stamford, CT. They have been with Pha for 10 years. Sestito holds academic credentials, including MA and BA, from Fairfield University and University of Delaware. Core competencies include Mental Health, Benefits Administration, Hro, Coaching, Employee Benefits. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Stamford, CT healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melissa Sestito located?
Melissa Sestito is based in Stamford, CT. They are currently affiliated with Pha.
What is Melissa Sestito's specialty?
Melissa Sestito specializes in mental health. Their current role is Lmft.
Where does Melissa Sestito currently work?
Melissa Sestito currently works at Pha. They have been there for 10 years.
What is Melissa Sestito's educational background?
Melissa Sestito attended Fairfield University and University of Delaware.
How do I contact Melissa Sestito for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in CT?
mental health professionals in CT typically earn $43,000 to $107,000 annually, with a median of $62,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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