Megan Schmeiler, LCSW
Therapist at Slate Psychology, and passionate advocate for teens and young adults.
Bachelor’s: Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology at Wake Forest University
Master’s Degree: Master’s degree in Social Work from NYU
Clinical Internships: Megan completed her clinical internships at Blythedale Children’s Hospital and Greenwich Department of Human Services.
Work Experience: Megan has held previous positions at Greenwich Department of Human Services, Elizabeth Seton Children’s Rehab Center, and Greenwich Hospital Pediatric Specialty Center. Currently, Megan also works at Greenwich Hospital in the adolescent IOP program serving teens who need a higher level of care.
ABOUT MEGAN
My path to becoming a Clinical Social Worker was shaped early in life. Growing up, I was deeply influenced by watching my mother, a social worker herself, support adults living with severe mental illness. She cared for her patients in both big and small ways—helping with everyday tasks, providing therapy, and serving as one of the few consistent supports in their lives. I distinctly remember volunteering alongside her in an art group and noticing how naturally the patients trusted me simply because they knew I was her daughter. That experience revealed the depth of the relationships she built and the credibility that comes from reliable, compassionate mental health care. It solidified my desire to carry forward that same integrity and commitment in my own career as a Social Worker.
Growing up as a twin has also shaped my clinical work. Even with the same family and shared experiences, my sister and I are wildly different in temperament (and I’m only 5 minutes older!). Being a twin gave me a deep appreciation for individuality and sparked my curiosity about how much of who we are is shaped by genetics versus environment. She taught me that even with identical DNA, each person is uniquely wired and care should be personalized to the individual without assumptions of who they are, and honoring their own distinct personalities.
Going into high school, my twin sister was calm and unbothered by the increasing pressure that came with competitive sports, getting into college, and ever-changing friend dynamics. I, on the other hand, over-studied, managed my social calendar methodically, and believed that if I could do everything flawlessly, I would finally be “good enough.” But living that way left me stretched impossibly thin. My hardships during that time is why I feel passionate about serving adolescents.
I strive to remind teens how to manage negative thoughts, find balance, and most importantly, embrace this exciting period of change and exploration. I’m honest with patients about finding the middle ground between relying on their parents and asserting their independence while also teaching them coping skills (e.g., pausing to think before acting or practicing mindfulness) in a way that is engaging. I encourage my teenage patients to stick to skills that work for them because I’m confident that even small, consistent efforts can lead to lasting change.
My early professional experience focused on supporting medically complex children and their families at Blythedale Children’s Hospital, Elizabeth Seton Children’s Rehabilitation Program, and Yale New Haven Health’s Pediatric Specialty Center. In these roles, I learned to sit with uncertainty and emotional intensity, navigating difficult moments where problems could not be fixed or solved.
At present, I spend part of my time running group and individual therapy at Greenwich Hospital’s Intensive Outpatient Program for teens who need a higher level of care and I conduct individual therapy with teens and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, school struggles, mood disorders, family conflict, low self-esteem, and body image concerns at Slate Psychology. In both settings I pull skills from multiple evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and strength-based approaches. I above all want patients to understand that progress isn’t a straight line, that their struggles aren’t their fault, and that it is possible to feel happier, stronger, and more capable even after setbacks.
