Therapists in Vermont

If you are struggling with issues like depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, life stressors, self-esteem, or feeling "stuck," I am passionate for you to know that you are not alone. I am deeply committed to fighting stigma and shame surrounding mental health issues. To be human is to struggle with our mental health in different seasons of our lives, and no one is an exception. Feelings of shame can keep us from reaching out for help, and, tragically, can prevent us from experiencing the healing and vibrancy we so desperately desire. I see and honor the courage and grit it takes for you to be here in this space.

I received my masters degree in social work from New York University in 1987. I practice psychotherapy with a combined perspective of psychodynamic, insight-oriented and cognitive/behavioral techniques. I see psychotherapy as a means to explore the connections between past and present relationships, experiences, and emotional states, for the purpose of creating life changes. I focus upon the relationship between therapist and patient as the catalyst for this self-awareness and growth, creating the foundation for addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, life transitions, attachment issues, and parenting concerns.

I offer compassionate, attentive, thoughtful counseling in the context of the relationship I build with my clients. I see our work as a collaborative endeavor that centers clients as the experts on their own lives and looks at problems as separate from people. I am interested in the stories of people's lives, creative responses to problems we encounter, and how our relationships with ourselves and others shape our sense of self and belonging. I believe in the healing power of the creative process, and can include the arts and movement into my work if that is something my client would like to explore.

Each person has within them a completely unique set of potentials that are waiting to be realized. However, we often get stuck in patterns of behavior that keep us from realizing our own potential. It is so easy to fall into a rut where we go through the motions of life but feel disconnected. I work with people who are suffering from mental distress related to anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and self-esteem issues. I love helping my clients figure out what potential resides in them and how to live a life that feels more purposeful and meaningful.

Green Mountain Psychology specializes in evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults.

If there is something you want to change about your life - you can! It just takes some knowledge and some planning. Today there are solution focused therapies that many people have used to deal with depression, anxiety, and addictions. Our counseling specialties include screening and treating all of the above and help you come up with a plan to have a brighter and happier future.

When your life needs direction, connection, and/or balance, whether it's your past, present, or future that brings your desire for change, you hold the power to heal. I believe that with honest self-exploration you can identify the roots of your discomfort and the path forward. I believe in the innate goodness of each person and their power to create the solutions to their challenges. I will partner in your self-discovery and healing by creating a safe, non-judgmental space to begin the work of lowering defenses and looking into the most protected areas of yourself.

I believe that the therapeutic relationship itself is the greatest agent of change in therapy. Through cultivated trust, I support clients to explore darkness in order to find what brings them light and joy. I offer an approach focused on the needs, wants, and hopes of the person or couple in the room, which means that my approach varies on a client by client basis.

I see therapy as a path of self-healing for which I serve as a guide, sounding board, and support. My vision of therapeutic healing is understanding that people have their own wise internal knowing. My job is to be a partner and a guide to discover those. I strive to create an environment that fosters validation, safety, and recognition.I work from a lens of interconnectedness that honors the emotional, social, and spiritual aspect of being. My goal is to help people chart their way back to their authentic self.

Reaching out for support can be a scary thing and I applaud you for taking the first step. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, worry, low self-esteem, depression, or an eating disorder, I am eager to become a support to you. I will work with you to better understand and manage your emotions, become more aware of your thought patterns, and learn more effective coping skills to improve your life. I want to empower you to make the desired changes to begin living the life you want to live.

Good therapy can produce long lasting life changes. I approach therapy as a collaborative effort. I start with where the client finds themselves in the present. I listen with both curiosity and empathy to understand an individual's unique experience. In treatment I create an atmosphere of trust where together we can identify your strengths, find practical solutions to problems and unfold underlying difficulties that are obstacles to your experience of a rich and fulfilling life.

Not accepting new clients at this time. These are extraordinary times. People are stressed, anxious, not sleeping well, finding it hard to cope, overeating, or turning to other not-so-healthy habits. Therapy, support, hypnosis and coaching CAN help! So can learning to take better care of yourself (including getting enough sleep!) and improving your coping skills. And hypnotherapy can help shift habits and patterns that don't serve you. Please Note: I no longer work with trauma and PTSD.

My practice is built upon the premise that we are not here to figure it all out on our own. We will each at some point in our lives experience loss, confusion, and overwhelm. At those junctures what we require is kindness, reliability, and time-tested techniques with which to navigate difficulty. I'm here for the person who wants to become intelligible to him/herself, to find greater levels of understanding and agency, in order to live a more fulfilling life. At the heart of the counseling relationship is trust and connection. Above all I strive to create a safe and compassionate place for clients on their journey of self discovery.

My Clinical Social Work practice is rooted in over 20 years of providing trauma-informed care and integrative mind-body-spirit support to diverse populations who have experienced trauma, grief, violence, victimization, life-threatening illness, and loss as well as those who desire space to navigate life waves and transitions.

Welcome! My name is Stefanie and I’m here to provide the holistic, transformative therapy and/or alcohol and drug abuse counseling you seek. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to tell your story, express your challenges, needs & goals. I will listen with genuine empathy followed by practical, evidence-based solutions. If you are a woman overcoming addictions, cultivating a new way of life for yourself or even healing old wounds, I would like to be your therapeutic guide home to yourself, out of an unhealthy time and into a new and vibrant chapter of your life. Let’s write your new story together!

I am a Registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience. I work with individuals, couples, and parents with their children through my virtual practice in Vermont. I have a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University, Santa Barbara, CA. My primary theoretical orientation is relational psychodynamic. I am also trained in CBT and incorporate a variety of other styles and techniques depending on my patient’s needs. These include DBT skills, mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma informed treatment. I am committed to working with culturally diverse populations.

My work involves counseling and consultation services to adults, children, adolescents and families. By establishing a comfortable, open and safe environment in which clients learn, grow and implement change, I focus on creating a therapeutic alliance and guide my clients to achieve their goals. My approach is client centered, non-judgmental and collaborative. I support youth, adults and families in transition. The main focus of my work is to assist individuals and families to understand and develop the skills they need to cope and thrive.

Hello! I specialize in supporting humans 18+ who are navigating perinatal mood/anxiety disorders and matrescence, though also see individuals for treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, young adulthood, health issues, grief, and difficulties with belonging and self-worth. I draw from various evidence-based models, prioritizing collaboration, compassion, trust, humor, and warmth.

Throughout my years of practice my work has been enriched by all the people I have supported to experience their capacity while navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges. Now more than ever, living in a COVID-19 pandemic, facing day to day challenges can feel even more overwhelming. I believe in each person’s competence and resilience, and I am confident that I can help clients to live life to the fullest with integrity, dignity and courage. I work with families, couples and individuals from diverse backgrounds. LGBTQ clients are welcome.