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Pursuit of Peace Counseling

Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych (she, her)

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Shelburne, VT 05482
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I hold unconditional positive regard as the key to a great therapeutic relationship. I work to meet people where they are, to actively listen and understand their values, and to explore and support them to better connect with themselves and others. My goal is to help people cultivate loving acceptance of themselves, and gain insight of how the past impacts the present, while creating an awareness that the past doesn't have to dictate their present or future.
Every person is the expert of their life, and each of us holds the seeds to our healing. My practice is attachment and trauma focused, with an orientation in humanistic and psychodynamic techniques; I utilize a variety of treatment approaches tailored to the needs and goals of each client.
I believe all humans have inherent worth and dignity, and that each person can overcome the trauma and struggles they have endured and continue to overcome. I will be honored to work with you on your journey.
Call or Pursuit of Peace Counseling now for a free 15 minute consultation - (802) 409-2461

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Shelburne, VT 05482

(802) 409-2461

Burlington, VT 05401

I am a pre-licensed professional offering individual and couples telehealth therapy. Please call or email about current availability.
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Life Coaching and Sex Therapy 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (802) 409-2461
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Shelburne, VT 05482

(802) 409-2461

Burlington, VT 05401

I am a pre-licensed professional offering individual and couples telehealth therapy. Please call or email about current availability.
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Life Coaching and Sex Therapy 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Couple Sessions $220
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Blue Cross
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Green Mountain Care
  • Medicaid
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I am in network for Blue Cross, I accept Medicaid insurance and I offer sliding fee scale pricing. Please reach out with any questions concerning insurance providers.
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (802) 409-2461
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I am in network for Blue Cross, I accept Medicaid insurance and I offer sliding fee scale pricing. Please reach out with any questions concerning insurance providers.
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (802) 409-2461

Qualifications

    Pre-Licensed Professional: Janessa Lee Thompson

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Vermont / 097.0136031 Supervised by Rachel Kling (Vermont / 047.0133691) Janessa Lee Thompson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended Saint Michael's College, Clinical Psychology, MA, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Vermont Federation of Families for Childrens Mental Health 2018
  • Degree/Diploma from Johnson State College BA in Psychology / 2018
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I have various experience in mental health facilities supporting teenagers and adults. I'm pre-licensed in VT, I hold additional training certifications in Relationship-First Approach, Harm Reduction Approach: utilizing autonomy, choice, & self-determination, and IPS Intentional Peer Support
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (802) 409-2461
"
I have various experience in mental health facilities supporting teenagers and adults. I'm pre-licensed in VT, I hold additional training certifications in Relationship-First Approach, Harm Reduction Approach: utilizing autonomy, choice, & self-determination, and IPS Intentional Peer Support
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (802) 409-2461

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Sex Therapy

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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We will work on self-exploration, personal growth, and acceptance using a modality (or multiple modalities) best suited for you.
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (802) 409-2461
"
We will work on self-exploration, personal growth, and acceptance using a modality (or multiple modalities) best suited for you.
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (802) 409-2461

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Compassion Focused
  • Existential
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I utilize a variety of treatment approaches tailored to the goals and needs of each client.
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (802) 409-2461
"
I utilize a variety of treatment approaches tailored to the goals and needs of each client.
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (802) 409-2461

Location

Primary Location

Shelburne, VT 05482

(802) 409-2461

Additional Location

Burlington, VT 05401

(802) 409-2461
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I am a pre-licensed professional offering individual and couples telehealth therapy. Please call or email about current availability.
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call for a free consultation now - (802) 409-2461
"
I am a pre-licensed professional offering individual and couples telehealth therapy. Please call or email about current availability.
Photo of Janessa Lee Thompson - Pursuit of Peace Counseling, Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Pursuit of Peace Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, Psych
Call for a free consultation now - (802) 409-2461