Family Therapy in Ludlow, VT
Dean Hammer
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Ludlow, VT 05149
My areas of specialization include the treatment of anxiety and depression, substance abuse and eating disorders, and couples/family problems.
I am very fortune to have practiced as a psychotherapist for thirty years--providing treatment to clients ranging from young adults to those in their elder years. Depending on clients' need, I provide brief term counseling as well as longer term treatment. I employ a variety of approaches in my counseling including: Narrative, Cognitive-Behavioral, Relational, and Mediation therapies.
My areas of specialization include the treatment of anxiety and depression, substance abuse and eating disorders, and couples/family problems.
I am very fortune to have practiced as a psychotherapist for thirty years--providing treatment to clients ranging from young adults to those in their elder years. Depending on clients' need, I provide brief term counseling as well as longer term treatment. I employ a variety of approaches in my counseling including: Narrative, Cognitive-Behavioral, Relational, and Mediation therapies.
Peggy Liss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, LMFT, BCD, DCSW
Verified Verified
Ludlow, VT 05149 (Online Only)
I use Insight Oriented Psychotherapy & Family, Conjoint, Individual Therapy for all ages & stages of life & lifestyles.
Together we will create a compassionate & emotionally safe space for you to explore how you became the YOU that you are today. We will discover who you want to be & how you hope to change. I will help you understand your positive, affirming, challenging & disturbing relationships & experiences. We will collaboratively decrease your emotional & physical pain. You will grow to have comfortable & healthy thoughts, feelings & behaviors. I will respectfully guide you towards being mindful with your strength, with your ability to act assertively, with skills to experience self control & contentment & to become who YOU CHOOSE to be.
I use Insight Oriented Psychotherapy & Family, Conjoint, Individual Therapy for all ages & stages of life & lifestyles.
Together we will create a compassionate & emotionally safe space for you to explore how you became the YOU that you are today. We will discover who you want to be & how you hope to change. I will help you understand your positive, affirming, challenging & disturbing relationships & experiences. We will collaboratively decrease your emotional & physical pain. You will grow to have comfortable & healthy thoughts, feelings & behaviors. I will respectfully guide you towards being mindful with your strength, with your ability to act assertively, with skills to experience self control & contentment & to become who YOU CHOOSE to be.
Emily Brooks, LMFT, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ludlow, VT 05149
Today's crazy pace of life as well as the stresses of family, money, school, employment, not to mention COVID-19 and politics, it is no wonder more and more people are looking for therapeutic support to find balance in their lives. I will strive to help you find that balance, working with and building on your strengths, already present within you, but lost in the chaos of present day life in a safe, supportive environment. We will work to build coping skills to deal with every day life, when things get tough. Life is full of ups and downs. You can learn new ways to shift your perception, to build on the strengths and positives.
Today's crazy pace of life as well as the stresses of family, money, school, employment, not to mention COVID-19 and politics, it is no wonder more and more people are looking for therapeutic support to find balance in their lives. I will strive to help you find that balance, working with and building on your strengths, already present within you, but lost in the chaos of present day life in a safe, supportive environment. We will work to build coping skills to deal with every day life, when things get tough. Life is full of ups and downs. You can learn new ways to shift your perception, to build on the strengths and positives.
More Therapists Nearby
Crissy Webster Counseling Services LLC
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Perkinsville, VT 05151
We are here to assist with any problem you, your children, or your family may encounter.
Crissy Webster Counseling Services LLC is a small private practice located in Springfield, VT. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who holds licensure in the states of VT and NH, as well as nationally certified through the National Board of Certified Counselors. I see clients of all ages. We have a specialty in Juvenile Firesetting Assessments and Treatment, as well as, adult and adolescent anger management. Through my education and experiences, weI also have knowledge in the areas of Family Systems Model, Trauma Informed Education Practices, ARC, HNC, Parent Training, and perform Trauma Informed Mental Health Evaluations.
We are here to assist with any problem you, your children, or your family may encounter.
Crissy Webster Counseling Services LLC is a small private practice located in Springfield, VT. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who holds licensure in the states of VT and NH, as well as nationally certified through the National Board of Certified Counselors. I see clients of all ages. We have a specialty in Juvenile Firesetting Assessments and Treatment, as well as, adult and adolescent anger management. Through my education and experiences, weI also have knowledge in the areas of Family Systems Model, Trauma Informed Education Practices, ARC, HNC, Parent Training, and perform Trauma Informed Mental Health Evaluations.
Matthew von Unwerth
Licensed Psychoanalyst, PhD, LP, FIPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reading, VT 05062
Most mental suffering we endure (if not due to present grief and loss) arises either from our fervent attempts to resolve or answer uncomprehended emotional needs, or because we never learned to endure and adapt our unruly interior lives to the world around us. I help individuals to feel better by attending to all that they are in the moment, as a way of understanding how they have come to be themselves -- and how who they are is at odds with what they want to be and feel. I am trained both in "classical" and contemporary psychoanalysis (IPA member) and in Columbia's pioneering Program in Narrative Medicine, where I now teach.
Most mental suffering we endure (if not due to present grief and loss) arises either from our fervent attempts to resolve or answer uncomprehended emotional needs, or because we never learned to endure and adapt our unruly interior lives to the world around us. I help individuals to feel better by attending to all that they are in the moment, as a way of understanding how they have come to be themselves -- and how who they are is at odds with what they want to be and feel. I am trained both in "classical" and contemporary psychoanalysis (IPA member) and in Columbia's pioneering Program in Narrative Medicine, where I now teach.
Glendon Scott Bemis
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, LCMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Chester, VT 05143
I am a dual licensed counselor (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor AND Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) with a background in Opiate addiction and working with Dual diagnosis patients. I am solution focused and believe a combination of trust, teamwork and the right information is the key to success. Specializing in depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues (couples counseling) AND court mandated counseling/ CRASH/DUI mandated counseling.
I am a dual licensed counselor (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor AND Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) with a background in Opiate addiction and working with Dual diagnosis patients. I am solution focused and believe a combination of trust, teamwork and the right information is the key to success. Specializing in depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues (couples counseling) AND court mandated counseling/ CRASH/DUI mandated counseling.
Alexandra Scarlett
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
North Springfiel, VT 05150 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have had over 20 years of experience in private practice treating children, adults, families and couples in a rural area. I am well-versed in common issues such as adjustment disorders, depression and anxiety, childhood trauma and substance abuse and recovery.
I have had over 20 years of experience in private practice treating children, adults, families and couples in a rural area. I am well-versed in common issues such as adjustment disorders, depression and anxiety, childhood trauma and substance abuse and recovery.
Virginia Kelly
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cavendish, VT 05142
There are many reasons you might be here. You may be feeling depressed or anxious - or you may be in the midst of a transition – or trying to process a loss or a life change. I have been in the field of Counseling for 30 + years. I have taught at universities, conducted research, written books, and presented workshops . At the heart of all of that knowledge, the most vital thing I have learned is that it is the quality of our relationships that defines our overall well-being. More importantly, it is ultimately the relationship we have with ourselves that is the key to achieving a sense of connectedness that allows us to thrive.
There are many reasons you might be here. You may be feeling depressed or anxious - or you may be in the midst of a transition – or trying to process a loss or a life change. I have been in the field of Counseling for 30 + years. I have taught at universities, conducted research, written books, and presented workshops . At the heart of all of that knowledge, the most vital thing I have learned is that it is the quality of our relationships that defines our overall well-being. More importantly, it is ultimately the relationship we have with ourselves that is the key to achieving a sense of connectedness that allows us to thrive.
Zhena Dickinson Hadar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mount Holly, VT 05758 (Online Only)
I am an experienced therapist who welcomes individuals and couples who want to find relief and overcome barriers that prevent them from feeling fulfilled. I specialize in working with anxiety, panic disorders, depression, grief, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career stress, self-esteem issues as well as trauma.
I am an experienced therapist who welcomes individuals and couples who want to find relief and overcome barriers that prevent them from feeling fulfilled. I specialize in working with anxiety, panic disorders, depression, grief, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career stress, self-esteem issues as well as trauma.
Online Therapists
Dan Smith
MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
My understanding of how people are impacted by substance use disorder, trauma, mental illness and the human condition has seen me focus on the utilization of Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Contemplative Therapy to guide a search for deeper meaning and provide tangible skills to use along the way.
My understanding of how people are impacted by substance use disorder, trauma, mental illness and the human condition has seen me focus on the utilization of Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Contemplative Therapy to guide a search for deeper meaning and provide tangible skills to use along the way.
Samuel David Markewich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Montpelier, VT 05602
Waitlist for new clients
I work in a combination of somatic, emotionally-focused, family systems, PRT, and skills-based approaches.
My focus is in helping families, couples, teens, and adults to heal from the direct and indirect effects of trauma and build healthy lives and relationships. Trauma shows up in many ways, some obvious and some not realized to be trauma by the person or people going through it. It can have many effects, including fear, anxiety, depression, numbness, chronic pain, negative thoughts, anger, feeling out of control, feeling like it's your fault, not feeling normal, feeling a sense of needing to keep busy, panic, self-harm, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, shutting down, isolating, or being uncomfortable being alone.
I work in a combination of somatic, emotionally-focused, family systems, PRT, and skills-based approaches.
My focus is in helping families, couples, teens, and adults to heal from the direct and indirect effects of trauma and build healthy lives and relationships. Trauma shows up in many ways, some obvious and some not realized to be trauma by the person or people going through it. It can have many effects, including fear, anxiety, depression, numbness, chronic pain, negative thoughts, anger, feeling out of control, feeling like it's your fault, not feeling normal, feeling a sense of needing to keep busy, panic, self-harm, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, shutting down, isolating, or being uncomfortable being alone.
Andrew Juettner M.ed.
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
Rutland, VT 05701 (Online Only)
I am a registered Psychotherapist specializing in psychotherapy with children, teenagers and adults. My primary areas of focus include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family dynamics. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, adjusting to major life changes, or want to feel a deeper connection in your relationships, we can work collaboratively to develop coping skills and strategies for managing distress in your life. Please click on the "My Website Button" to schedule.
I am a registered Psychotherapist specializing in psychotherapy with children, teenagers and adults. My primary areas of focus include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and family dynamics. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, adjusting to major life changes, or want to feel a deeper connection in your relationships, we can work collaboratively to develop coping skills and strategies for managing distress in your life. Please click on the "My Website Button" to schedule.
Mary Studley
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Winooski, VT 05404
I use a trauma informed perspective with the skills found in Internal Family Systems theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy with individuals and couples.
The human condition includes times of lightness, times of darkness, and everything in between. Sometimes finding our way back to the light can be confusing but no matter how unlikely it may seem, you have all the answers inside of you and with gentle guidance many of your stuck places will find their own natural solution once you get curious. I'm here to support your goals, working in collaboration with you, meeting you as one human being to another.
I use a trauma informed perspective with the skills found in Internal Family Systems theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy with individuals and couples.
The human condition includes times of lightness, times of darkness, and everything in between. Sometimes finding our way back to the light can be confusing but no matter how unlikely it may seem, you have all the answers inside of you and with gentle guidance many of your stuck places will find their own natural solution once you get curious. I'm here to support your goals, working in collaboration with you, meeting you as one human being to another.
Benji Soll
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Burlington, VT 05403
I am a clinician who works with both adolescents and adults. I specialize in supporting young people with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work with student athletes, students on 504 plans, and students on IEPs, all while collaborating with their families and community. My goal is to work with young people of all backgrounds, helping them through the ups and downs of this life stage. In my work with adults, I focus on supporting people through life transitions and challenges which may include changes in relationships, family, postpartum, as well as stressors from systemic oppression.
I am a clinician who works with both adolescents and adults. I specialize in supporting young people with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work with student athletes, students on 504 plans, and students on IEPs, all while collaborating with their families and community. My goal is to work with young people of all backgrounds, helping them through the ups and downs of this life stage. In my work with adults, I focus on supporting people through life transitions and challenges which may include changes in relationships, family, postpartum, as well as stressors from systemic oppression.
Robin Lauzon Farrell
Counselor, LCMHC, MA, PLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Waitlist for new clients
Having worked in education as a teacher and administrator for the past two decades, I have a unique view on the systems that family and peer groups can create.
Are you feeling lost in your own story? Breaking patterns, finding your story, rewriting the journey, understanding ourselves, and designing new paths can be ways out of cycles of behavior. Living your best life takes work, honesty and exploration. Working together, we can develop strategies and tools you can continue to use now and throughout your life. Change begins when we start to look more closely at our lives and think intentionally about who we are and who we want to be.
Having worked in education as a teacher and administrator for the past two decades, I have a unique view on the systems that family and peer groups can create.
Are you feeling lost in your own story? Breaking patterns, finding your story, rewriting the journey, understanding ourselves, and designing new paths can be ways out of cycles of behavior. Living your best life takes work, honesty and exploration. Working together, we can develop strategies and tools you can continue to use now and throughout your life. Change begins when we start to look more closely at our lives and think intentionally about who we are and who we want to be.
Vera Mikhailova
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Colchester, VT 05446
I have over 7 years of experience working with a variety of individuals, adolescents, families, and couples from different backgrounds with a diversity of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, family/relationship issues, self-esteem issues, self-harm, grief, homelessness, domestic violence and substance abuse.
I am a fully-licensed in VT, and as a telehealth provider in FL, I am here to help and support you. Each experience is unique and significant. I work collaboratively with every client to determine individual needs and to provide the best care possible. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where issues, problems, thoughts, and feelings can be discussed without fear of judgment. I am a person-centered counselor with a warm and compassionate style. I believe in treating others with respect and dignity. It is important to me that my clients feel understood, appreciated and their feelings are validated.
I have over 7 years of experience working with a variety of individuals, adolescents, families, and couples from different backgrounds with a diversity of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, family/relationship issues, self-esteem issues, self-harm, grief, homelessness, domestic violence and substance abuse.
I am a fully-licensed in VT, and as a telehealth provider in FL, I am here to help and support you. Each experience is unique and significant. I work collaboratively with every client to determine individual needs and to provide the best care possible. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where issues, problems, thoughts, and feelings can be discussed without fear of judgment. I am a person-centered counselor with a warm and compassionate style. I believe in treating others with respect and dignity. It is important to me that my clients feel understood, appreciated and their feelings are validated.
Shaina Levee, M.A.
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Stowe, VT 05672 (Online Only)
Accepting clients 3/1/2024. Offering a somatic approach that is trauma-informed, heart-centered and integrative. I work with children, teens, and adults undergoing life transitions, or who are recovering from challenging circumstances or trauma. I offer couples and family sessions in addition to individual sessions. I specialize in pregnancy/postpartum/parenting, TBI & 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." VT & MI.
Accepting clients 3/1/2024. Offering a somatic approach that is trauma-informed, heart-centered and integrative. I work with children, teens, and adults undergoing life transitions, or who are recovering from challenging circumstances or trauma. I offer couples and family sessions in addition to individual sessions. I specialize in pregnancy/postpartum/parenting, TBI & 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." VT & MI.
Marlee E Brunton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA, CCATP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montpelier, VT 05602
Waitlist for new clients
I work with the whole family unit to help children and adolescents reconnect with the side of themselves that experiences the pure amazement and wonder for life that every kid deserves to be connected to.
I help struggling children, teenagers, and adults to overcome their obstacles and reach their underlying potentials. By building connection, improving communication, and generating meaning, I help individuals to experience their lives as more joyful and less stressful. Figuring out the best way to help yourself or your child can be a daunting task, and I am here to help you navigate through that process. We always want to do best for ourselves and our children, and I have seen how, through therapy, we can open the door for amazing transformations to occur.
I work with the whole family unit to help children and adolescents reconnect with the side of themselves that experiences the pure amazement and wonder for life that every kid deserves to be connected to.
I help struggling children, teenagers, and adults to overcome their obstacles and reach their underlying potentials. By building connection, improving communication, and generating meaning, I help individuals to experience their lives as more joyful and less stressful. Figuring out the best way to help yourself or your child can be a daunting task, and I am here to help you navigate through that process. We always want to do best for ourselves and our children, and I have seen how, through therapy, we can open the door for amazing transformations to occur.
Sigrid Alexandersen
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Milton, VT 05468 (Online Only)
It takes time to change and conquer your mountain, but I believe with a combined subjective/ family systems approach, progress can be achieved in less time.
I take a modern approach to therapy, As an LMFT and LCPC I see individuals of all ages and life stages : individuals, children, and families. As you search for a therapist you want someone who is empathic, but also experienced and competent. You need to be able to trust that your therapist has a plan for cure! if this is your first attempt in therapy or you have had therapy but need something more than you got, come and talk with me.
It takes time to change and conquer your mountain, but I believe with a combined subjective/ family systems approach, progress can be achieved in less time.
I take a modern approach to therapy, As an LMFT and LCPC I see individuals of all ages and life stages : individuals, children, and families. As you search for a therapist you want someone who is empathic, but also experienced and competent. You need to be able to trust that your therapist has a plan for cure! if this is your first attempt in therapy or you have had therapy but need something more than you got, come and talk with me.
Phyllis A Satink
MS, APRN-CS, LCMHC, MAC
Verified Verified
Underhill, VT 05489 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a holistic nurse I explore all facets of an individual's life- work, environment, relationships, nutrition, finances, social connections, spirituality and family historical contributions.
I see clients from age 16 thru life. As a nurse, I use a holistic approach employing a variety of techniques and tools including hypnosis, Spiritual guidance, aromatherapy, nutritional counseling and energy healing. I am also an addictions specialist and work with recovering adults. A full description of my specialties is on my website including relationship, life transitions, women's issues and life crises.
As a holistic nurse I explore all facets of an individual's life- work, environment, relationships, nutrition, finances, social connections, spirituality and family historical contributions.
I see clients from age 16 thru life. As a nurse, I use a holistic approach employing a variety of techniques and tools including hypnosis, Spiritual guidance, aromatherapy, nutritional counseling and energy healing. I am also an addictions specialist and work with recovering adults. A full description of my specialties is on my website including relationship, life transitions, women's issues and life crises.
Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.