Therapists in Dorset, VT

As an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, it is my goal to help clients build the relationships and life they desire. Whether families are facing a crisis, a couple is looking to strengthen their partnership, an individual is striving to manage their mental health and diagnosis, or parents are seeking more positive relationships with their children, my goal is to meet clients exactly where they are in their life story and collaborate a new, desired story-line.

I really appreciate clients who are willing to look at themselves and are brave enough to ask for help. Asking for help shows a desire to understand themselves on a deeper more spiritual level. I work with people going through transitions in life ages 4-94. It doesn't matter the age, it is the heart behind the age that counts. I work with individuals, family, couples, and those working on addictions issues that are facing crossroads in their life. Therapy gives hope and renewed vision and allows support to those facing the fear of change.

I specialize in working with youth & adults, couples, and families to improve personal and relational satisfaction, quality of life, and daily functioning. I use a client-centered, strength-based approach to therapy utilizing family systems, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, talk, and solution-focused therapy. I incorporate Christian counseling into therapy sessions for individuals who would like to incorporate their spirituality into their sessions. I am looking forward to working with you and or your family to gain personal insight to lessen stress and facilitate moving forward in life to create the life you want.

I have been working in the field of mental health since 1987. I moved to VT in 2002 from CT where I had worked for 14 years as a therapist in state facilities for the Department of Children and Families, the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Corrections. I have treated people with all forms of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD ,eating disorders and employment issues. I believe that people can feel better emotionally and I work with them to be the best that they can be.

I like to start by building trust and finding out what goals you want to set for yourself. A safe, encouraging atmosphere with no authoritarian or shaming attitudes is important. Humor is useful with couples, families or teens. Role-plays are a fun way to practice new relationship skills.

Embark on a transformative journey with me, a dedicated therapist specializing in the intersection of mental health and personal growth. With a focus on professionals, teenagers (12-17), and young adults. My mission is to help you bridge the gap between your current challenges and your envisioned state of personal and professional fulfillment. I'm deeply committed to helping individuals overcome well-being barriers, establish stability, and cultivate a growth mindset, all in pursuit of a healthy work-life balance and the prevention of burnout.

Are you or your family struggling with stressful situations, relational difficulties, or feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to move forward? These things can create significant stress in our lives and are sometimes difficult to move through without professional help. These things can keep us stuck. If you are looking to become unstuck and searching for a way to find freedom and regain or gain for the first time a sense of feeling OK, I can help you.

I am now maintaining a waitlist; contact for scheduling options. Adolescence and adulthood are challenging; coping with anxiety, depression, and the daily barriers of life can easily complicate things further. You may struggle to cope with and find balance between the frustrations of school, relationships, work, and family. Maybe you feel it is time to focus on personal growth and seek harmony. Taking the first steps can feel extraordinarily challenging but I will be there to provide support and guidance within your journey. I believe everyone has the capacity to manage life's challenges and I can provide you the skills to do so.

I have been practicing as an Art Therapist and Counselor in Vermont for over 13 years, working with children, teens, and adults who are in need of support. I have a holistic approach to therapy and am a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider. I integrate nutritional interventions, mindfulness and art therapy into my practice to address the mental, physical and spiritual health of my clients. I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, children and parents dealing with issues around life transitions, stress management, anxiety, depression, grief, communication, and emotional regulation.