Transgender Therapists in Vermont
I enjoy working with transgender and non-binary people as well as intersexed, gay and bi identities and people questioning their sexuality and gender.
I help people overcome obstacles to live their best life and become who they want to be, restoring their belief in themselves. I am a non-judgmental counselor who can help you find that connection again as we collaborate on what you need. I provide a safe space for you to tell your story and I am honored to hear it. The human connection is an important one and when it’s lost, you feel a need to get it back. Maybe you have lost energy or sense of self.
I enjoy working with transgender and non-binary people as well as intersexed, gay and bi identities and people questioning their sexuality and gender.
I help people overcome obstacles to live their best life and become who they want to be, restoring their belief in themselves. I am a non-judgmental counselor who can help you find that connection again as we collaborate on what you need. I provide a safe space for you to tell your story and I am honored to hear it. The human connection is an important one and when it’s lost, you feel a need to get it back. Maybe you have lost energy or sense of self.
Diana Buchanan
Registered Psychotherapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
Waitlist for new clients
While my focus is on working with transgender people, I also specialize in ADHD and have experience working with people experiencing anxiety and people with disabilities.
Note: I am not able to take new clients at the moment but I can still provide support letters for gender affirming surgery. I am a transgender woman who specializes in working collaboratively with transgender and gender diverse adults. I understand from personal experience that many of us feel like others have written our life stories and that these stories don’t reflect who we really are. Using the strengths-based framework of narrative therapy, I will help you take control of your life story and find your happily ever after.
While my focus is on working with transgender people, I also specialize in ADHD and have experience working with people experiencing anxiety and people with disabilities.
Note: I am not able to take new clients at the moment but I can still provide support letters for gender affirming surgery. I am a transgender woman who specializes in working collaboratively with transgender and gender diverse adults. I understand from personal experience that many of us feel like others have written our life stories and that these stories don’t reflect who we really are. Using the strengths-based framework of narrative therapy, I will help you take control of your life story and find your happily ever after.
I'm a trans woman and licensed clinical social worker in the states of Washington, Vermont, and Minnesota, with over seven years of experiences spanning transgender care, sexual assault advocacy, community mental health, and behavioral health.
You are not too much. Nor is what you have been through too much. If you struggle with gender or sexual identity, sexual or domestic violence, feelings of isolation or rejection, or other forms of lasting trauma, I can help. Just know that I believe you to be, at this moment, exactly who you needed to be in order to survive. I also believe that things can get better.
I'm a trans woman and licensed clinical social worker in the states of Washington, Vermont, and Minnesota, with over seven years of experiences spanning transgender care, sexual assault advocacy, community mental health, and behavioral health.
You are not too much. Nor is what you have been through too much. If you struggle with gender or sexual identity, sexual or domestic violence, feelings of isolation or rejection, or other forms of lasting trauma, I can help. Just know that I believe you to be, at this moment, exactly who you needed to be in order to survive. I also believe that things can get better.
Noah O'Leary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
Waitlist for new clients
My main areas of focus are transgender issues, improving interpersonal relationships, life transitions, and healing from trauma.
Being vulnerable and open can feel scary. I take a non-judgmental approach with all clients no matter what they bring to the therapy space. My style involves listening carefully, reflecting back, offering gentle challenges, and infusing all parts of the process with compassion (and sometimes humor!). My clients experience deeper insight, improved symptoms, and a sense that I am truly on their team, cheering them on. I aim to help you understand yourself better and explore how patterns of relating to others are impacting your life.
My main areas of focus are transgender issues, improving interpersonal relationships, life transitions, and healing from trauma.
Being vulnerable and open can feel scary. I take a non-judgmental approach with all clients no matter what they bring to the therapy space. My style involves listening carefully, reflecting back, offering gentle challenges, and infusing all parts of the process with compassion (and sometimes humor!). My clients experience deeper insight, improved symptoms, and a sense that I am truly on their team, cheering them on. I aim to help you understand yourself better and explore how patterns of relating to others are impacting your life.
I have experience and expertise in working with adoptive children and families, particularly around attachment disorders. My practice has shown me that I have a particular skill with pre-teens and adolescents. Clients in the LGBTQ+ community as well in alternative lifestyles communities will find an open-minded and welcoming presence in working with me. I especially enjoy working with transgender teens and young adults. I seek to help empower clients to find inner resources to fulfill their life goals and duly face life's challenges.
I have experience and expertise in working with adoptive children and families, particularly around attachment disorders. My practice has shown me that I have a particular skill with pre-teens and adolescents. Clients in the LGBTQ+ community as well in alternative lifestyles communities will find an open-minded and welcoming presence in working with me. I especially enjoy working with transgender teens and young adults. I seek to help empower clients to find inner resources to fulfill their life goals and duly face life's challenges.
Tanya Koifman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, NY, NJ, ID, PA, DE, VT, RI, SC, FL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with the LGBTQIA+ community, and provide gender-affirming support for transgender & non-binary individuals.
I am a warm, affirming, non-judgmental psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, and I work with an interactive, humanistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, HAES-aligned, and transparent narrative therapy approach. I believe that people have the innate capacity to heal and change. We will work together to develop a deeper understanding of your life goals and perspectives, so that we can custom-tailor techniques to make life most meaningful for you. I am licensed to practice with people who reside in: NY, NJ, PA, ID, VT, RI, DE, SC, FL. I work with individuals and couples/relationships of various configurations.
I work with the LGBTQIA+ community, and provide gender-affirming support for transgender & non-binary individuals.
I am a warm, affirming, non-judgmental psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, and I work with an interactive, humanistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, HAES-aligned, and transparent narrative therapy approach. I believe that people have the innate capacity to heal and change. We will work together to develop a deeper understanding of your life goals and perspectives, so that we can custom-tailor techniques to make life most meaningful for you. I am licensed to practice with people who reside in: NY, NJ, PA, ID, VT, RI, DE, SC, FL. I work with individuals and couples/relationships of various configurations.
I work with clients who are gender questioning, transgender, non-binary, genderqueer, or members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I also work with clients wishing to address issues related to sex or sexuality. My services are sex positive and weight neutral. I welcome clients seeking a therapist who is affirming in the areas of non-monogamy and kink. Even if you aren't a member of the communities I've mentioned, if my approach resonates with you, let's talk!
I work with clients who are gender questioning, transgender, non-binary, genderqueer, or members of the LGBTQIA+ community. I also work with clients wishing to address issues related to sex or sexuality. My services are sex positive and weight neutral. I welcome clients seeking a therapist who is affirming in the areas of non-monogamy and kink. Even if you aren't a member of the communities I've mentioned, if my approach resonates with you, let's talk!
Angela Rowan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brattleboro, VT 05301
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ people, especially transgender people and their families.
I specialize in helping clients make the changes they need to have a satisfying and meaningful life. I believe that psychotherapy is about more than just talking things through--it is also about learning to deal with the problems life brings, whether by learning ways new ways of coping, practicing acceptance, or making sure that you are building the life you want. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents, either individually or with their families.
I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ people, especially transgender people and their families.
I specialize in helping clients make the changes they need to have a satisfying and meaningful life. I believe that psychotherapy is about more than just talking things through--it is also about learning to deal with the problems life brings, whether by learning ways new ways of coping, practicing acceptance, or making sure that you are building the life you want. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents, either individually or with their families.
Northern Lights Counseling: Steven Librot
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
White River Junction, VT 05001
I am trained and experienced in working with transgender and gender-nonconforming people.
Trained and experienced in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems, I offer counseling to adults, teens, and families that combines strength-based approaches which respect each client's unique history and growth process. I work together with each client to develop treatment goals which reflect that client's hopes and dreams. Client goals may include personal growth, less conflict and more rewarding relationship, family, or work experiences, and release from the haunting effects of the past. For teens and young adults, facilitating the learning of safer alternatives than high-risk behaviors, and a stable satisfying journey towards independence and adulthood.
I am trained and experienced in working with transgender and gender-nonconforming people.
Trained and experienced in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems, I offer counseling to adults, teens, and families that combines strength-based approaches which respect each client's unique history and growth process. I work together with each client to develop treatment goals which reflect that client's hopes and dreams. Client goals may include personal growth, less conflict and more rewarding relationship, family, or work experiences, and release from the haunting effects of the past. For teens and young adults, facilitating the learning of safer alternatives than high-risk behaviors, and a stable satisfying journey towards independence and adulthood.
Accepting New Patients! Are you and/or your teenager feeling worried, overwhelmed, and struggling with the stress of work, school, and day to day life? Are you or you looking for traditional as well as holistic, mindfulness based, and movement based therapeutic modalities to help you navigate life's challenges? Are you looking for alternatives to medication to manage your symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, Aspergers syndrome, or an eating disorder? Are you seeking guidance for gender identity and transgender issues? Then Mandi may be right for you!
Accepting New Patients! Are you and/or your teenager feeling worried, overwhelmed, and struggling with the stress of work, school, and day to day life? Are you or you looking for traditional as well as holistic, mindfulness based, and movement based therapeutic modalities to help you navigate life's challenges? Are you looking for alternatives to medication to manage your symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, Aspergers syndrome, or an eating disorder? Are you seeking guidance for gender identity and transgender issues? Then Mandi may be right for you!
Over the last 8 years, I have worked in PreK-12th grade settings, including private, public and day treatment environments. I started to practice telehealth exclusively over a year ago. I have training and experience in supporting individuals of all ages with a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and family conflicts, LGBTQ+ topics, trauma, consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, gender dysphoria, communication, guilt and shame, and more.
Over the last 8 years, I have worked in PreK-12th grade settings, including private, public and day treatment environments. I started to practice telehealth exclusively over a year ago. I have training and experience in supporting individuals of all ages with a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship and family conflicts, LGBTQ+ topics, trauma, consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, gender dysphoria, communication, guilt and shame, and more.
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Kyle Baudreau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Williston, VT 05495
Waitlist for new clients
You want to feel different than you do right now. Maybe anxiety keeps you on edge. Maybe relationships are coming apart or dissolving out from under you. Maybe the grief feels too heavy to hold, or you're tired of feeling like you don't belong. It doesn't have to be like this forever. I’ve seen how the brain and body respond to hard things. Our brains develop patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior to protect us–but sometimes the patterns backfire and cause problems. Have trouble sleeping? Eat or work or worry too much? Yell at people? Feel disconnected from reality? That all comes from somewhere.
You want to feel different than you do right now. Maybe anxiety keeps you on edge. Maybe relationships are coming apart or dissolving out from under you. Maybe the grief feels too heavy to hold, or you're tired of feeling like you don't belong. It doesn't have to be like this forever. I’ve seen how the brain and body respond to hard things. Our brains develop patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior to protect us–but sometimes the patterns backfire and cause problems. Have trouble sleeping? Eat or work or worry too much? Yell at people? Feel disconnected from reality? That all comes from somewhere.
I am dedicated to supporting adults and adolescents as they navigate life and work towards personal growth and acceptance. I am interested in helping clients navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, neurodivergence, and identity development. One of my primary areas of interest is in working with queer and trans clients through healing and identity exploration.
I am dedicated to supporting adults and adolescents as they navigate life and work towards personal growth and acceptance. I am interested in helping clients navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, neurodivergence, and identity development. One of my primary areas of interest is in working with queer and trans clients through healing and identity exploration.
Maverick Joyce
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I'm AuDHD, queer, and non-binary and looking to work with folx at the Auti x trans/genderqueer intersection. I work with Autism as a neurotype and neuroculture, not a disorder, and genderqueer/trans folx are more likely to be Autistic and be unrecognised. I'm here to support you in unmasking, understanding how your brain-body works, how trauma may intersect with your neurodivergence. I work in the liminal space of decolonising western therapy; of working within a colonial system and doing decolonial work. Therapy with me is kinda like if Eda from Owl House was a therapist.
I'm AuDHD, queer, and non-binary and looking to work with folx at the Auti x trans/genderqueer intersection. I work with Autism as a neurotype and neuroculture, not a disorder, and genderqueer/trans folx are more likely to be Autistic and be unrecognised. I'm here to support you in unmasking, understanding how your brain-body works, how trauma may intersect with your neurodivergence. I work in the liminal space of decolonising western therapy; of working within a colonial system and doing decolonial work. Therapy with me is kinda like if Eda from Owl House was a therapist.
Now offering limited individual spots and weekly or Intensives for partners!
Offering skilled, structured, relational intensives to deepen your connection, love, & intimacy from a Trans affirmative, trauma skilled, anti oppressive framework. Traditional 1hr relational therapy can feel slow in offering the change you hunger for. Sessions often end just as vulnerable connectedness starts or as the heart of the problem arises. Explore whether an intensive is right for you. Dive deeper & get to the heart of what’s blocking the love, sex, connectedness, communication & intimacy you deserve in your relationships.
Now offering limited individual spots and weekly or Intensives for partners!
Offering skilled, structured, relational intensives to deepen your connection, love, & intimacy from a Trans affirmative, trauma skilled, anti oppressive framework. Traditional 1hr relational therapy can feel slow in offering the change you hunger for. Sessions often end just as vulnerable connectedness starts or as the heart of the problem arises. Explore whether an intensive is right for you. Dive deeper & get to the heart of what’s blocking the love, sex, connectedness, communication & intimacy you deserve in your relationships.
Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? I work with individuals over the age of 18, many of whom are navigating issues of identity and self-worth or are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, or major life transitions. I also work with clients who are searching for a way to heal from PTSD, childhood and/or relational trauma. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ clients and those who identify as trans/queer/gender expansive, as well as with people who are healing from religious trauma and/or spiritual abuse.
Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? I work with individuals over the age of 18, many of whom are navigating issues of identity and self-worth or are struggling to cope with anxiety, depression, or major life transitions. I also work with clients who are searching for a way to heal from PTSD, childhood and/or relational trauma. I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ clients and those who identify as trans/queer/gender expansive, as well as with people who are healing from religious trauma and/or spiritual abuse.
Through Finding Ways LLC I work over telehealth with individuals that identify as LGBTQIA+. Often people come to me with depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders and a desire to live with less shame and more ease. Through Deep Dance LLC coaching work I use more somatic movement and dance practices to help support people with their goals and through blockages to them. I am passionate about serving LGBTQIA+ folks and acknowledge intersectionality of various identities within each individual. Sliding scale options are full at this time
Through Finding Ways LLC I work over telehealth with individuals that identify as LGBTQIA+. Often people come to me with depression, trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders and a desire to live with less shame and more ease. Through Deep Dance LLC coaching work I use more somatic movement and dance practices to help support people with their goals and through blockages to them. I am passionate about serving LGBTQIA+ folks and acknowledge intersectionality of various identities within each individual. Sliding scale options are full at this time
Margo Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montpelier, VT 05602
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adolescents and young adults to strengthen awareness, joy, and sense of power in relationship to self, others, and systems you interact with. We are living in a tumultuous time in which many systems and institutions are actively constricting aliveness in our natural world and within us as individuals. This can manifest in feeling angry, apathetic, or powerless, or leave you searching for meaning and how to move forward. I work with individuals to cultivate your wild and authentic self as a beautiful form of vulnerability, resistance, and living wholeheartedly.
I work with adolescents and young adults to strengthen awareness, joy, and sense of power in relationship to self, others, and systems you interact with. We are living in a tumultuous time in which many systems and institutions are actively constricting aliveness in our natural world and within us as individuals. This can manifest in feeling angry, apathetic, or powerless, or leave you searching for meaning and how to move forward. I work with individuals to cultivate your wild and authentic self as a beautiful form of vulnerability, resistance, and living wholeheartedly.
NOTE: I cannot accept insurances! I am passionate about serving the diverse needs of queer, trans, and gender non-conforming individuals and family systems! I work with adults, couples, or multi-partner partnerships of all genders and sexualities seeking help with depression, anxiety, parenting, life transitions, trauma/C-PTSD & other issues. I provide perinatal and postpartum therapeutic services, including issues related to fertility and family planning, co-/parenting, birthing/birth trauma(s), and blended families . I support sex workers and provide a sex positive space for folks of all identities and sexualities.
NOTE: I cannot accept insurances! I am passionate about serving the diverse needs of queer, trans, and gender non-conforming individuals and family systems! I work with adults, couples, or multi-partner partnerships of all genders and sexualities seeking help with depression, anxiety, parenting, life transitions, trauma/C-PTSD & other issues. I provide perinatal and postpartum therapeutic services, including issues related to fertility and family planning, co-/parenting, birthing/birth trauma(s), and blended families . I support sex workers and provide a sex positive space for folks of all identities and sexualities.
If you are a trans/nonbinary/gender diverse person and late diagnosed or self-identified Autistic, ADHDer, or AuDHDer looking for individual or relationship therapy, I would love to work with you! I also provide neurodivergent affirming, non-pathologizing, and strengths-based Autism and ADHD Assessments. Some issues you may be needing help with are: healing from autistic burnout, unmasking, figuring out your needs and accommodations, navigating mixed neurotype relationships, and recovering from medical/mental health trauma. You have NOT been doing therapy wrong and are not broken...you just need a therapist who gets you!
If you are a trans/nonbinary/gender diverse person and late diagnosed or self-identified Autistic, ADHDer, or AuDHDer looking for individual or relationship therapy, I would love to work with you! I also provide neurodivergent affirming, non-pathologizing, and strengths-based Autism and ADHD Assessments. Some issues you may be needing help with are: healing from autistic burnout, unmasking, figuring out your needs and accommodations, navigating mixed neurotype relationships, and recovering from medical/mental health trauma. You have NOT been doing therapy wrong and are not broken...you just need a therapist who gets you!
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.