Therapists in 05446

*SORRY, I’M NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME* Life can be complicated and counseling can help. People seek counseling to make life better. Relationship issues, medical challenges, trouble healing from the past, unexpected changes, and stress can get in the way of enjoying life.

As a counselor, I create an accepting, collaborative environment where clients are empowered to reach their goals. I focus on working with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, interpersonal conflict and relationship issues. I also have experience working within the LGBTQ community, as well as with individuals experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, and grief/loss.

I provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents and adults. I work to develop a trusting relationship with each individual based on acceptance, understanding and mutual respect. Since I have expertise in a variety of treatment approaches, I can collaborate with each individual or family to provide treatment that aligns with the individual or family goals and needs. The process of healing and growth often involves gaining more understanding of oneself and one's family, learning how to draw on existing strengths and resources, gaining confidence, and/or learning new skills.

When troubled by challenges seeming to have no solution; when familiar ways of dealing with pain and problems no longer work; when bearings are lost and the uncertainty of the step ahead prevents taking the next, the emotional support and guidance available in psychoanalysis and therapy offer the potential for growth and change. My approach is collaborative - we work together to explore, understand, and address the issues, conscious and unconscious, prompting your seeking therapy to help you discover the inner strength and resources necessary to move forward.

I offer therapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Developing a dialogue between therapist and client we work together in the relationship to understand, and expand one's understanding of one's personal and life narrative. Meeting the individual at their level is important in the development of a trusting working alliance. My belief in the therapeutic relationship itself plays a pivotal role in the healing process, where my work is founded on trust, empathy, and humor. I offer my commitment to the human journey and look forward to working collaboratively with my clients to renewed understanding, growth, and healing.

In my work with individuals, couples, and groups, I practice from a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) framework. What I love about DBT is supporting clients not only to gain greater insight and awareness of their problems, but to develop the skills needed to let go of patterns of coping with problems and emotional distress that may have helped you survive the short-term but are creating more suffering for you now. My aim is to support you in identifying your unique goals and work with you to remove barriers toward building the rich and meaningful life you have envisioned.

I believe that all people have a past that has contributed to the unique being that they are today, and that each of us have the ability to make positive change and live meaningful lives. My goal is to provide a safe, caring environment that allows for collaboration and growth towards the goals of my client. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults, in the areas of depression, anxiety, marital stress, prenatal/maternal challenges, and military families.

I practice Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which addresses problems that result from intense emotions. All people lack some skills to regulate, tolerate, and communicate emotions-- my job is to help you identify your skills gaps and learn new, more helpful ways of responding to emotions. I believe that clients come to therapy when problems have become overwhelming. Thus, therapy with me is not just a supportive place to be heard (though that's part of it!). It is a process of learning and relearning thoughts and behaviors to get un-stuck and feel more in control of our lives and choices.

*Accepting New Clients* Are you feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions? Have you experienced a traumatic event or loss and struggling to navigate the world around you? I may be able to help. While I recently graduated with my Masters in Counseling in 2019, I have had years of experience. For the past 2 years I have worked with children and teens (5-18) along with their caregivers (bio/foster/adoptive/kin). I have provided direct client care to adults 65+ for over 11 years. I will use a collection of therapeutic modalities to meet your needs. Contact me today at Haileylibbey@gmail.com

Professional Social Worker specializing in death, dying, and bereavement. Extensive experience working with issues related to chronic and life limiting illness, aging, and dementia, with a focus in geriatric counseling.

*NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Anxiety and depression often take over at the worst possible moments. It can stop us from spending time with family and friends, interfere with work, and stop us from doing the things we enjoy. Anxiety and depression can make it challenging to leave the house or get out of bed.

I have practiced for 35 years and provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples. My goal is to help people develop confidence to live more vitally and to limit symptoms of depression, anxiety, insecurity, grief, and fears that may happen due to stress, work, loss or relationship changes. I value strong attachments, and strive to help you reach a more fulfilling sense of yourself and life. I am also an SEP providing Somatic Experiencing for Healing Trauma, developed by Dr. Peter Levine and use a body/ sensory- motor oriented practice to help people work toward self regulation, mindfulness and well being.

*Please note: I have little to no availability for new clients at this time. I will update this if anything changes.* My emphasis is on building a strong relationship as the foundation for change, and using this collaboration to explore which evidence based and client centered approaches will be most helpful for you. We'll work together to figure out what's right for you. Prior to going into private practice, my background in substance abuse counseling as well as crisis services has taught me to be flexible in my approach and to recognize the unique challenges which each individual faces.

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I excel working with clients who desire evidence-based treatments such as DBT and CBT. It is my belief that clients know themselves best and should be in the driver's seat at all times.

I believe that therapy is most effective when it is empathic, collaborative, non-judgemental and non-pathologizing. I am deeply interested in the uniqueness of each human being who comes to me. By talking together in ways which nurture curiosity, compassion and insight we will look at what troubles you, what brings you hope, and which patterns of thinking/feeling/being you are engaging in that are not serving you well now.

I am an experienced licensed doctoral psychologist with the privilege of practicing for the past 20 years in Vermont. I am psychodynamically trained and have had extensive training in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy). Most importantly you will experience me as interpersonally connected and client centered. Whether it be engaging in psychotherapy, supervision, consultation or training, it is a collaborative process combining your goals and needs with my expertise and experience to help you get where you want to be. You can expect solid support and also expect to be challenged in ways that foster growth.

Going through a tough transition, dealing with a relationship problem, or searching for a new direction? At New Leaf Therapy, my goal is to help you navigate these seasons of change and help you grow and thrive. I can assist you in finding new perspectives that will get you what you want from life, whether with your family, friends, significant other, or yourself.

Offering a somatic approach that is trauma-informed, heart-centered, and integrative. I work with children, teens, and adults undergoing life transitions such as career or relationship change, and offer couples and family sessions in addition to individual sessions. I specialize in pregnancy/postpartum/parenting, TBI and head injury, and additionally support people undergoing grief and loss. "Shaina has helped me find my strength, confidence and embrace the challenge of motherhood as a deep practice. Seeing Shaina has been the best gift I could give to myself and my family."