Strength-Based Therapists in Bennington County, VT

Asking for help shows courage and opens us up to connection and hope. Looking at what is working in your life, while setting specific goals for what you would like to improve upon are the main areas that I focus on with individuals and families. We all have strengths but sometimes day to day life events, worries and stress bury these personal strengths so deep we struggle to access them. Together, using positive psychology and strength based strategies, we will work to uncover the innate qualities that will move you toward a more hopeful and balanced life.

I feel that we all have the strength and wisdom needed within to heal, but sometimes we may need help building our inner resources get started. Perhaps something has happened in your life that has made you seek help, or maybe you've struggled for a long time with negative thoughts, trauma, mood swings, low self esteem or overwhelming emotions, and you have decided it is now time to gain more control over your life, experience more joy, and learn to live in the present. Or, you may be seeking something as simple as having a safe space to understand yourself better. Whatever the reason, I am here to meet you where you are.

I work with couples, families, and individuals looking to strengthen feelings of connection as they navigate relational challenges, transitions, and changes. I have witnessed the powerful healing that can occur when people, like you, allow themselves to be vulnerable and courageous in seeking support. I work to create an environment where people can feel safe to share their stories and open up about their challenges, strengths, values, perspectives, and hopes for the future. I believe in the importance of understanding problems through a systemic lens and supporting people in creating meaningful and lasting changes in their lives.

As a clinician my role is to support and advocate for your well being. How we get there is completely dependent on what works best for you. I am an EMDR Certified therapist and EMDR Child Specialist providing trauma informed therapy to both children and adults. I am trained in Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT) helping parents and children repair their relationship through an evidence based approach. I also have experience providing solutions to those struggling with addiction discover paths to sobriety. I look forward to working with you!

I specialize in working with children and adolescents. Childhood and young adulthood is filled with decisions, transitions, and expectations- and can also be a time of remarkable growth and self-discovery. I believe in the power of young people having a safe space outside of the home to explore their emotions and process their challenges. With the right support and appropriate tools, everyone is capable of building coping skills, resilience and confidence.

First off, if you're reading this because you've reached the point in your life where you're ready to do some work on you congratulations, because actually asking for that help is one of the most courageous things we can do for ourselves. The past couple years has taken a toll on our first responders, nurses, teachers, mental health professionals and so many others who seem as though they've lost their way. Have you lost that balance between your personal life and your professional life? Burned out? Have these feelings or others impacted your relationships? I'd really like to hear more and see if I can help you gain some traction!

Do you feel alone and stressed when facing today’s life challenges? Are you experiencing conflict with a boss or coworker? Are you a healthcare professional that questions whether you’ll continue working in this high-acuity and demanding care environment? Did you recently graduate college only to experience that your clinical rotations at school in no way match the fast-paced real world? As you’ve learned, entering the workforce and finding a place of balance is not taught in school. Are you seeking that balance in your life but struggling with how to get there?

I am a VT, MA and TX licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression along with stress stemming from relationship problems and chronic illness. I believe in utilizing evidence based treatments while recognizing the need to tailor my work to meet individual needs and goals. One of my particular strengths is making patients feel safe and judgement-free during treatment. Together, we make a therapy plan that maximizes gains while ensuring the process is as comfortable and soothing as possible. I am available for in-person treatment in VT and remote virtual therapy for those in MA or TX.

I am accepting new clients! I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming stressors and life situations that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

In my work with individuals, families, and couples, I embody a supportive and accepting approach with the notion that every person has the capacity to grow even when facing challenges along the way. I am aware that for some, therapy can be threatening and uncomfortable to even consider, so I strive to create an atmosphere that is safe, comfortable and authentic. I truly believe in the positive influence of conversations that promote self-reflection, critical thinking and alternative perspectives to discover and enhance untapped skills and tools which can increase life satisfaction.

Whether we realize it or not, we're all carrying around a bag: some of us carry a suitcase, others a backpack, and some push around a luggage cart or two overflowing with their bags. Why not downsize a bit? Therapy is all about you. Yes, you'll talk about other people, most likely. But it's not an hour about how they feel; it's an hour about how you feel. It's an hour to be completely open and honest about your life without judgement or interruption. And you deserve it.

Are you looking to find effective ways to manage emotional and behavioral challenges that have been limiting your ability to lead a flourishing life? I would like to help you identify and develop skills while building on existing strengths to help you cope more effectively with situational stress and emotional challenges. I specialize in helping adults and older adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, stress related challenges, relationship issues and life transitions.

I have 38 years of counseling experience and have a deep appreciation for the challenges associated with healing from emotional patterns that over time, are no longer useful. I respect the importance of setting clear boundaries to support a healthy therapeutic alliance. Confidentiality is the heart of a relationship built on trust.

Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—I took the one less traveled by And that has made all the difference." - Robert Frost. Sometimes the road less traveled or life, in general, can take unexpected twists and turns that take you off your intended path. My goal is to provide a supportive environment that will help you gain insight into the challenges you may be facing. While, assisting you with identifying and meeting your own needs. I like to focus on regaining balance, empowerment, and inner strength. I mainly rely on Evidence-Based Practices and various mindfulness strategies.

Everyone goes through ups and downs and some times are tougher than others. Perhaps you have experienced struggles and trauma in your life that have shaped how you feel about yourself and the world around you. Possibly you have a vision for what you think your life should look like, but struggle with with which path to take. You may be early in your career and unsure of your direction. Maybe you recently moved and are feeling unsettled. You may struggle to feel connection with in your relationships. You want to lead a more authentic life and feel more fulfilled and are seeking support in figuring out how.

Developing into the person you want to be isn't always an easy task, and neither is working through past experiences that have shaped you; so, let's collaborate to help you become who you'd like to be. I help clients to create the life they want in a relaxing, understanding, and non-judgmental environment wherever you're at. Through secure and convenient online counseling, I provide therapy services for individuals experiencing anxiety and stress, depression, trauma, loneliness, relationship issues and other distressing concerns that interfere with living a full and meaningful life.

I received my Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and have since been practicing as a Clinical Social Worker in Vermont, New Hampshire, and New Jersey. My experience includes working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds, presenting with a need for support in areas including anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, and navigating various life transitions. Through a client-centered, relationship-based, and trauma informed approach, I aim address all components that could be leading to discomfort, dysfunction, or need for additional support. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Grief is an emotion often reserved for the passing of someone meaningful to us, but it’s also a normal emotion in life transitions, like job loss, a ruptured relationship, a move, an accident, the death of a pet, illness, trauma or an empty nest. These experiences may leave you grieving the loss of an idea, an expectation of what your life looked like or where it was going. Loss has a way of isolating a person from others. You may feel pressure to be doing better than you are, or to be further along an arbitrary timeline. Well-intentioned comments that don’t meet you where you are can leave you feeling even more alone.

Are you experiencing difficulties in your family relationships or a relationship with your significant other? Or, are you at a point in your life where you are overwhelmed with conflict, hardships, and other stressors? Life can be a struggle at times, and it can be difficult finding balance on your own. Seeking additional support is the first step in re-authoring your story and creating the life that you want for yourself. With this in mind, I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and should be unique to each client and their needs.