Therapists in Vermont
David A Porter
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
You don’t have to live with addiction, going in and out of jail, and on and off probation and FSU, or endure depression, anxiety or PTSD.
LEAVE AN EMAIL IN ADDITION TO A PHONE. NOTE MY RETURN PHONE CALL WILL COME UP AS PRIVATE, ANONYMOUS, OR UNLISTED. I help people overcome their addictions, manage anger, depression, and anxiety, and cope with trauma. I offer guidance to those who have family addicted to drugs or alcohol. I am dedicated to improving quality of life for people. I routinely go far above and beyond expectations. I am respectful but very direct and straightforward.
You don’t have to live with addiction, going in and out of jail, and on and off probation and FSU, or endure depression, anxiety or PTSD.
LEAVE AN EMAIL IN ADDITION TO A PHONE. NOTE MY RETURN PHONE CALL WILL COME UP AS PRIVATE, ANONYMOUS, OR UNLISTED. I help people overcome their addictions, manage anger, depression, and anxiety, and cope with trauma. I offer guidance to those who have family addicted to drugs or alcohol. I am dedicated to improving quality of life for people. I routinely go far above and beyond expectations. I am respectful but very direct and straightforward.
Anne Beaulieu-Baxter
Counselor, LADC, LCMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Saint Albans, VT 05478 (Online Only)
My experience in the areas of mental health, domestic and sexual violence, substance abuse and co-occurring disorder has been from years of work in a variety of settings.
I have experience working with a diverse population of people within varied settings. My background in the areas of mental health, domestic and sexual violence, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders allows me to be confident in providing the best treatment approaches for the individual. My therapeutic approach is client centered on why a person is entering therapy and what they need and want to achieve. I believe in working with the whole person integrating a holistic approach into therapy.
My experience in the areas of mental health, domestic and sexual violence, substance abuse and co-occurring disorder has been from years of work in a variety of settings.
I have experience working with a diverse population of people within varied settings. My background in the areas of mental health, domestic and sexual violence, substance abuse and co-occurring disorders allows me to be confident in providing the best treatment approaches for the individual. My therapeutic approach is client centered on why a person is entering therapy and what they need and want to achieve. I believe in working with the whole person integrating a holistic approach into therapy.
Catherine E O'Grady Lmsw Ladc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAC, ICADC, LADC
Verified Verified
Orleans, VT 05860 (Online Only)
I treat, Mental Health disorders, As well as substance use disorder or a (Combination of both) Co-occurring Disorder.
Hello, I am Catherine O'Grady. I am sole owner of Haze Recovery, I have over 15 years of professional and lived experience. Have you been feeling down, or overly anxious? Has it been difficult to stop or continue to stop using? Is it all of those things? Perhaps you are having a difficult time, coming home or back to your community. Let me help!
I treat, Mental Health disorders, As well as substance use disorder or a (Combination of both) Co-occurring Disorder.
Hello, I am Catherine O'Grady. I am sole owner of Haze Recovery, I have over 15 years of professional and lived experience. Have you been feeling down, or overly anxious? Has it been difficult to stop or continue to stop using? Is it all of those things? Perhaps you are having a difficult time, coming home or back to your community. Let me help!
Glenn Bomberger
Counselor, LCMHC, LADC
Verified Verified
Essex Junction, VT 05452 (Online Only)
With broad experience, I can help you sort through a variety of life's difficulties, including struggles with substance misuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, parenting, and challenging life transitions.
Life is challenging. Emotional, mental and spiritual wounding is a root cause of much distress that can be confusing and overwhelming. Discovering the source of this wounding often involves exploring personal history to discover connections to the present to promote a process of healing.
With broad experience, I can help you sort through a variety of life's difficulties, including struggles with substance misuse, depression, anxiety, relationships, parenting, and challenging life transitions.
Life is challenging. Emotional, mental and spiritual wounding is a root cause of much distress that can be confusing and overwhelming. Discovering the source of this wounding often involves exploring personal history to discover connections to the present to promote a process of healing.
Heidi L Weaver
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
If you have experienced trauma of any form, suffer from alcohol/drug addiction, anxiety, depression, abuse, self harm or suffer from suicidal thoughts and are seeking help to heal, reach out.
Accepting new clients. Hi, there! I am interested in building our relationship's foundation on trust. I believe client and therapist relationship is the only way to produce positive outcomes. When this is established, a beautiful environment is formed to which you, the client, may take steps to heal. We will work together as a team to change negative thinking patterns to positive thinking patterns, fill your tool belt with healthy coping mechanisms and ultimately smash your goals of therapy. This is a non judgmental zone, there are no power struggles and you will feel welcomed.
If you have experienced trauma of any form, suffer from alcohol/drug addiction, anxiety, depression, abuse, self harm or suffer from suicidal thoughts and are seeking help to heal, reach out.
Accepting new clients. Hi, there! I am interested in building our relationship's foundation on trust. I believe client and therapist relationship is the only way to produce positive outcomes. When this is established, a beautiful environment is formed to which you, the client, may take steps to heal. We will work together as a team to change negative thinking patterns to positive thinking patterns, fill your tool belt with healthy coping mechanisms and ultimately smash your goals of therapy. This is a non judgmental zone, there are no power struggles and you will feel welcomed.
Avery Grey
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My experience includes work with PTSD, stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and major mental illnesses.
Change can be hard sometimes, but also rewarding and empowering. I am always honored to be a part of each client’s change process. Our collaborative work will focus on your hopes, goals, and the tools you already have to help you achieve them. We will identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and work to restructure them to your benefit.
My experience includes work with PTSD, stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and major mental illnesses.
Change can be hard sometimes, but also rewarding and empowering. I am always honored to be a part of each client’s change process. Our collaborative work will focus on your hopes, goals, and the tools you already have to help you achieve them. We will identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and work to restructure them to your benefit.
David Routly
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, CMHFE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
I am an experienced and empathetic counselor, specializing in issues related to addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, spiritual transitions, relationship issues and the stressors and strains of life changes.
My goal is to help my clients identify and meet their own needs, whether to address a specific emerging issue, to manage existing mental health challenges, or to just gain a greater sense of peace and serenity in their lives.
I am an experienced and empathetic counselor, specializing in issues related to addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger management, spiritual transitions, relationship issues and the stressors and strains of life changes.
My goal is to help my clients identify and meet their own needs, whether to address a specific emerging issue, to manage existing mental health challenges, or to just gain a greater sense of peace and serenity in their lives.
Josh Marshall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
My career has allowed me to work with an assortment of presenting issues, while focusing on substance use, trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, life transitions, academic performance, and chronic illness.
Life stressors and adverse experiences can become overwhelming. Many people find themselves in a place where they could benefit from some extra support. My goal is to explore with you what is holding you back from feeling more aware of and connected with the direction of your life. I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental space to help you discover inner wounds, wisdom, and healing.
My career has allowed me to work with an assortment of presenting issues, while focusing on substance use, trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, life transitions, academic performance, and chronic illness.
Life stressors and adverse experiences can become overwhelming. Many people find themselves in a place where they could benefit from some extra support. My goal is to explore with you what is holding you back from feeling more aware of and connected with the direction of your life. I provide a welcoming, non-judgmental space to help you discover inner wounds, wisdom, and healing.
Thuydy Nguyen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
I specialize in intimacy challenges, sexual problems (sexual trauma, erectile dysfunction, porn addiction, compulsive masturbation, sexual dysfunction) and alternative sexualities (BDSM, kink, non monogamy, swinging, open, polyamory).
Are you limited by not knowing your true self or do you have troubles communicating with others? Do you question your role in a relationship, or have you ever thought: “How can I openly communicate my partner about my needs, wants, and deep desires?” I know that finding and understanding the “true you” while trying to relate with others is a difficult process to do by alone. Together, therapy can help you to develop resiliency through creating new tools to accommodate your new lifestyle while adjusting to the new ways of connecting with yourself and others.
I specialize in intimacy challenges, sexual problems (sexual trauma, erectile dysfunction, porn addiction, compulsive masturbation, sexual dysfunction) and alternative sexualities (BDSM, kink, non monogamy, swinging, open, polyamory).
Are you limited by not knowing your true self or do you have troubles communicating with others? Do you question your role in a relationship, or have you ever thought: “How can I openly communicate my partner about my needs, wants, and deep desires?” I know that finding and understanding the “true you” while trying to relate with others is a difficult process to do by alone. Together, therapy can help you to develop resiliency through creating new tools to accommodate your new lifestyle while adjusting to the new ways of connecting with yourself and others.
Meghan Davis
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC
Verified Verified
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
Asking for help can be one of the hardest decisions/actions an individual takes when they are struggling with actively using alcohol and/or substances. I also believe it is the most courageous decision/action you may make in your life. An individual who does this is allowing themselves to be vulnerable. When done with the right support can be the most rewarding and empowering experience for an individual. My goal as a counselor is to provide a safe, warm space for you as the client to explore your relationship with alcohol and/or substances.
Asking for help can be one of the hardest decisions/actions an individual takes when they are struggling with actively using alcohol and/or substances. I also believe it is the most courageous decision/action you may make in your life. An individual who does this is allowing themselves to be vulnerable. When done with the right support can be the most rewarding and empowering experience for an individual. My goal as a counselor is to provide a safe, warm space for you as the client to explore your relationship with alcohol and/or substances.
Neil Herrick
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montpelier, VT 05602 (Online Only)
I believe that everyone, despite what label or diagnoses we have, deserves to be treated with fairness and empathy. We are not our past; we are not our mistakes and we are not to be judged based on these things. I find opportunity in challenging situations. My philsophy is that we are all doing the best we can based on our level of awareness. Every single being can work to expand on this. I see my job as working with you to shine a light on blind spots, thereby increasing our level of awareness. By doing this, we can address behavior and thought patterns which cause disruption in our lives.
I believe that everyone, despite what label or diagnoses we have, deserves to be treated with fairness and empathy. We are not our past; we are not our mistakes and we are not to be judged based on these things. I find opportunity in challenging situations. My philsophy is that we are all doing the best we can based on our level of awareness. Every single being can work to expand on this. I see my job as working with you to shine a light on blind spots, thereby increasing our level of awareness. By doing this, we can address behavior and thought patterns which cause disruption in our lives.
John Aarts
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC
Verified Verified
Morrisville, VT 05661
Everyone wants to have a Successful Life? You know that your life could be better, but you don’t know where to start. You feel overwhelmed. You fall back on the same patterns because they feel familiar, but you know that you need to try something different. My role as a counselor is to guide you toward successful recovery from dependence or abuse. During our confidential, one-on-one meetings, I will share my ideas for you to find successful recovery. I can help you build a strong bridge to move forward.
Everyone wants to have a Successful Life? You know that your life could be better, but you don’t know where to start. You feel overwhelmed. You fall back on the same patterns because they feel familiar, but you know that you need to try something different. My role as a counselor is to guide you toward successful recovery from dependence or abuse. During our confidential, one-on-one meetings, I will share my ideas for you to find successful recovery. I can help you build a strong bridge to move forward.
Ben Turner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05405 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have a Masters of Education in mental health, addictions, and marriage and family therapy. I have worked with families, adolescents and adults for over the 10 years in a variety of settings. I typically utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have a Masters of Education in mental health, addictions, and marriage and family therapy. I have worked with families, adolescents and adults for over the 10 years in a variety of settings. I typically utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy.
Jan Palm
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jay, VT 05859 (Online Only)
In my counseling role, I see myself as a fellow traveler on your path to wellness – someone to help you see, and use your strengths – and to cultivate peace in your life. I practice according to a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) model, which means I think we can develop emotional tools, skills, and strategies that can have a big impact on our lives, our relationships, and the way we feel. At the heart of all my work is a firm belief in mindful self compassion - not excuse making; rather a balanced view of self, and our connection to a common humanity.
In my counseling role, I see myself as a fellow traveler on your path to wellness – someone to help you see, and use your strengths – and to cultivate peace in your life. I practice according to a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) model, which means I think we can develop emotional tools, skills, and strategies that can have a big impact on our lives, our relationships, and the way we feel. At the heart of all my work is a firm belief in mindful self compassion - not excuse making; rather a balanced view of self, and our connection to a common humanity.
Hilary G Pearce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Hilary Pearce is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience with a variety of complex emotional and life challenges with adults and children with special interest in young adults and couples. Grounded in a fundamental understanding of how to create a compassionate space to heal, learn, and grow. You deserve to feel empowered and capable of managing life's challenges and there's no better time than now.
Hilary Pearce is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience with a variety of complex emotional and life challenges with adults and children with special interest in young adults and couples. Grounded in a fundamental understanding of how to create a compassionate space to heal, learn, and grow. You deserve to feel empowered and capable of managing life's challenges and there's no better time than now.
Rachel Coster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
I believe connection is at the root of healing. Attunement is an essential component of connection and represents the ability to accurately perceive and respond to the needs of self and others. Factors such as: trauma, distorted thinking, reliance on technology, cultural ideals, family of origin values and beliefs, and community messages interrupt our natural ability to attune and we often feel disconnected from others as a result. As a therapist, I work with individuals who are interested in nurturing attunement to improve their relationship to self, body, and food.
I believe connection is at the root of healing. Attunement is an essential component of connection and represents the ability to accurately perceive and respond to the needs of self and others. Factors such as: trauma, distorted thinking, reliance on technology, cultural ideals, family of origin values and beliefs, and community messages interrupt our natural ability to attune and we often feel disconnected from others as a result. As a therapist, I work with individuals who are interested in nurturing attunement to improve their relationship to self, body, and food.
Darcy Holm
Counselor, M Ed, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williston, VT 05495 (Online Only)
Your days seem to blend together, grasped tightly in the hands of pressures and to-dos. Most of your energy is spent trying to avoid mistakes or “bad” situations, but this exhausts you. It’s possible that you even spend a lot of time worrying about others, people-pleasing, running yourself ragged trying to keep your head afloat in the water you hardly recognize as your life. As you try to sleep your brain replays everything you “should” have done differently, things you have to do tomorrow, and whether or not everything you’re doing is even enough. It feels sometimes like you don’t even have control over your own mind.
Your days seem to blend together, grasped tightly in the hands of pressures and to-dos. Most of your energy is spent trying to avoid mistakes or “bad” situations, but this exhausts you. It’s possible that you even spend a lot of time worrying about others, people-pleasing, running yourself ragged trying to keep your head afloat in the water you hardly recognize as your life. As you try to sleep your brain replays everything you “should” have done differently, things you have to do tomorrow, and whether or not everything you’re doing is even enough. It feels sometimes like you don’t even have control over your own mind.
Janie Wilkerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MHSP, S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
Finding a therapist where you can connect, trust, and experience real and lasting change can be a daunting process. I see adolescents and adults who are working through gender identity, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, climate anxiety, relationship challenges, and other issues. Using a variety of modalities, including EMDR and polyvagal therapy, we work together to design and implement a treatment plan that is as unique as you are. I am committed to my clients and care deeply about helping them achieve positive outcomes through therapy. Telehealth or in-person sessions available.
Finding a therapist where you can connect, trust, and experience real and lasting change can be a daunting process. I see adolescents and adults who are working through gender identity, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, climate anxiety, relationship challenges, and other issues. Using a variety of modalities, including EMDR and polyvagal therapy, we work together to design and implement a treatment plan that is as unique as you are. I am committed to my clients and care deeply about helping them achieve positive outcomes through therapy. Telehealth or in-person sessions available.
Elizabeth Ann Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Corinth, VT 05040 (Online Only)
If you've ever found yourself in a situation where you needed support but didn't know where to turn, you're not alone. I recall my initial attempts at seeking therapy in my younger days, where encounters with judgmental counselors deterred me from seeking help for a while. As life unfolded, it became evident that something wasn't right, prompting me to persistently search for a compassionate guide who would listen without judgment and aid me in my healing journey.
If you've ever found yourself in a situation where you needed support but didn't know where to turn, you're not alone. I recall my initial attempts at seeking therapy in my younger days, where encounters with judgmental counselors deterred me from seeking help for a while. As life unfolded, it became evident that something wasn't right, prompting me to persistently search for a compassionate guide who would listen without judgment and aid me in my healing journey.
Jessica Ostad
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05402 (Online Only)
We may be unaware of it, but we cannot help but be shaped by our relationships and experiences, especially from our childhood, which means that current patterns of behavior and emotions will originate from our past. Working in collaboration we can explore your current difficulties, personal beliefs and values, find ways to help you cope, and uncover the connection between your past and present experience.
We may be unaware of it, but we cannot help but be shaped by our relationships and experiences, especially from our childhood, which means that current patterns of behavior and emotions will originate from our past. Working in collaboration we can explore your current difficulties, personal beliefs and values, find ways to help you cope, and uncover the connection between your past and present experience.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.