Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Vermont
Alex Collier
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
I am most passionate about working with women and LGBTQIA+ adults that are seeking support with anxiety, grief, complex
trauma
, sexuality, spirituality, alcohol use, neurodiversity, and body image or body size related issues.
Welcome! I'm Alex (she/her). I believe that therapy is one of the most powerful tools we have to disrupt oppressive systems. My goal is to provide you with a safe container to receive and embody empathy, self-compassion, radical acceptance, and authenticity. My approach to therapy is relational, strengths-based and
trauma
-informed from an integrative feminist and humanistic theoretical lens. I often incorporate tools from somatic experiencing, narrative therapy, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based practices rooted in eastern philosophies.
I am most passionate about working with women and LGBTQIA+ adults that are seeking support with anxiety, grief, complex
trauma
, sexuality, spirituality, alcohol use, neurodiversity, and body image or body size related issues.
Welcome! I'm Alex (she/her). I believe that therapy is one of the most powerful tools we have to disrupt oppressive systems. My goal is to provide you with a safe container to receive and embody empathy, self-compassion, radical acceptance, and authenticity. My approach to therapy is relational, strengths-based and
trauma
-informed from an integrative feminist and humanistic theoretical lens. I often incorporate tools from somatic experiencing, narrative therapy, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based practices rooted in eastern philosophies.
Emily Laughlin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified
Winooski, VT 05404
Welcome! I am a Master's level pre-licensed professional currently working with adolescents and adults aged 13 and up. We are all made up of complex memories, feelings, and experiences and I strive to create an environment where we can explore the past and how it impacts our present. I believe that the therapeutic relationship must be grounded in trust and empathy, and holding a safe and non-judgemental space for my clients is crucial. I have experience working with
trauma
,
PTSD
, anxiety, and depression from a self-compassion-focused lens.
Welcome! I am a Master's level pre-licensed professional currently working with adolescents and adults aged 13 and up. We are all made up of complex memories, feelings, and experiences and I strive to create an environment where we can explore the past and how it impacts our present. I believe that the therapeutic relationship must be grounded in trust and empathy, and holding a safe and non-judgemental space for my clients is crucial. I have experience working with
trauma
,
PTSD
, anxiety, and depression from a self-compassion-focused lens.
Intensive Trauma Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LISW-S
Verified
Stowe, VT 05672
I provide EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy for
trauma and PTSD
.
Are you experiencing symptoms of
PTSD
, anxiety, or depression? Are you struggling to navigate unhealthy or abusive relationships? Or maybe it’s difficult for you to establish heathy boundaries and you notice the same problems keep coming up in many of your relationships. EMDR intensive therapy can help get to the root of these issues more quickly than traditional talk therapy. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who has been helping clients with these issues since completing my Master of Social Work in 2005.
I provide EMDR and Cognitive Processing Therapy for
trauma and PTSD
.
Are you experiencing symptoms of
PTSD
, anxiety, or depression? Are you struggling to navigate unhealthy or abusive relationships? Or maybe it’s difficult for you to establish heathy boundaries and you notice the same problems keep coming up in many of your relationships. EMDR intensive therapy can help get to the root of these issues more quickly than traditional talk therapy. I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker who has been helping clients with these issues since completing my Master of Social Work in 2005.
Greta Jaeger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPLC
Verified
White River Junction, VT 05001
As a relationship/
trauma
coach, I work with adults. I have found that getting healthy and happy takes work but is simple. I work with clients that are ready to feel better and have better relationships. I help you build a foundation with skills and knowledge so you can move forward toward your personal goals with more ease, grace, and self-love.
As a relationship/
trauma
coach, I work with adults. I have found that getting healthy and happy takes work but is simple. I work with clients that are ready to feel better and have better relationships. I help you build a foundation with skills and knowledge so you can move forward toward your personal goals with more ease, grace, and self-love.
Jennifer Parisi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
South Burlington, VT 05403
Not accepting new clients
My practice at Wind River Therapy is rooted in building a strong therapeutic connection through deep listening and empathy, collaboration, and honesty. I use a
trauma
-informed and strengths-based approach to create a safe environment for you to be seen, heard, and to start healing. I offer a welcoming, non-judgmental, and supportive space for you to be your authentic self and to receive help. We all have inherent strength and resiliency that gives us the innate ability to overcome barriers, challenges, uncertainty, and
trauma
.
My practice at Wind River Therapy is rooted in building a strong therapeutic connection through deep listening and empathy, collaboration, and honesty. I use a
trauma
-informed and strengths-based approach to create a safe environment for you to be seen, heard, and to start healing. I offer a welcoming, non-judgmental, and supportive space for you to be your authentic self and to receive help. We all have inherent strength and resiliency that gives us the innate ability to overcome barriers, challenges, uncertainty, and
trauma
.
Heidi L Weaver
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA
Verified
4 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Not accepting new clients
If you have experienced
trauma
of any form, suffer from alcohol/drug addiction, anxiety, depression, abuse, self harm or suffer from suicidal thoughts and are seeking help to heal, reach out.
Not accepting new clients. Hi, there! I am interested in building our relationship's foundation on trust. I believe client and therapist relationship is the only way to produce positive outcomes. When this is established, a beautiful environment is formed to which you, the client, may take steps to heal. We will work together as a team to change negative thinking patterns to positive thinking patterns, fill your tool belt with healthy coping mechanisms and ultimately smash your goals of therapy. This is a non judgmental zone, there are no power struggles and you will feel welcomed.
If you have experienced
trauma
of any form, suffer from alcohol/drug addiction, anxiety, depression, abuse, self harm or suffer from suicidal thoughts and are seeking help to heal, reach out.
Not accepting new clients. Hi, there! I am interested in building our relationship's foundation on trust. I believe client and therapist relationship is the only way to produce positive outcomes. When this is established, a beautiful environment is formed to which you, the client, may take steps to heal. We will work together as a team to change negative thinking patterns to positive thinking patterns, fill your tool belt with healthy coping mechanisms and ultimately smash your goals of therapy. This is a non judgmental zone, there are no power struggles and you will feel welcomed.
Christopher Sloane
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LADC, SEP
Verified
Montpelier, VT 05602
My primary focus is the study and practice of
trauma
informed therapies.
We all have had times when we find ourselves contemplating our understanding of life and whether our life has progressed on the path that we had envisioned. We may be experiencing states of grief, self-doubt, and worry about ourselves, our relationships, or the condition of the world in general. It can often feel frustrating and overwhelming to accept this experience and we can find ourselves asking, "What did I ever do to deserve this; why me and why now?" These are often the scenarios when we require support and a new perspective with which to consider life's challenges.
My primary focus is the study and practice of
trauma
informed therapies.
We all have had times when we find ourselves contemplating our understanding of life and whether our life has progressed on the path that we had envisioned. We may be experiencing states of grief, self-doubt, and worry about ourselves, our relationships, or the condition of the world in general. It can often feel frustrating and overwhelming to accept this experience and we can find ourselves asking, "What did I ever do to deserve this; why me and why now?" These are often the scenarios when we require support and a new perspective with which to consider life's challenges.
Getting Back On Track Counseling / Langehough
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, LADC
Verified
Burlington, VT 05408
Getting Back On Track Counseling offers multiple decades of familiarity with the issues of substance abuse, faith, marriage & pre-marriage, relationships, military member & family pre-/post-deployment, suicide,
trauma
,
post-traumatic stress
, blended families, and stress management. GBOTC strives to assist individuals, couples, and families in moving forward with a strength-based focus. Specialized training includes Addiction Treatment in Military & Veteran Culture, Clinical Supervision in the Addiction Profession, Strong Bonds (marital/significant other/family relationships), and
PTSD
/
trauma
resiliency.
Getting Back On Track Counseling offers multiple decades of familiarity with the issues of substance abuse, faith, marriage & pre-marriage, relationships, military member & family pre-/post-deployment, suicide,
trauma
,
post-traumatic stress
, blended families, and stress management. GBOTC strives to assist individuals, couples, and families in moving forward with a strength-based focus. Specialized training includes Addiction Treatment in Military & Veteran Culture, Clinical Supervision in the Addiction Profession, Strong Bonds (marital/significant other/family relationships), and
PTSD
/
trauma
resiliency.
Emily Manny
Registered Psychotherapist, MS
Verified
Saint Albans Bay, VT 05481 (Online Only)
I specialize in areas related to:
Trauma
, LGBTQ, Substance Abuse, and Neurodivergence.
I chose the name 'Voyagers' for this practice because I feel we are all on a journey together traveling, through time and space. I picture the metaphor of a ship navigating the open sea, riding the waves just as we do in our lives. Realistically, there will always be unavoidable waves in our lives- some larger than others- and sometimes we need a helping hand to voyage through safely in a way that embraces our unique individuality.
I specialize in areas related to:
Trauma
, LGBTQ, Substance Abuse, and Neurodivergence.
I chose the name 'Voyagers' for this practice because I feel we are all on a journey together traveling, through time and space. I picture the metaphor of a ship navigating the open sea, riding the waves just as we do in our lives. Realistically, there will always be unavoidable waves in our lives- some larger than others- and sometimes we need a helping hand to voyage through safely in a way that embraces our unique individuality.
Towanda Geary
Pre-Licensed Professional, RN, BSN, MA
Verified
Swanton, VT 05488
I specialize in treating
trauma
due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
My work as an Emotional Support Life Coach is enhanced by my background in psychotherapy and nursing. It brings a progressive approach to self-healing. Using a myriad of techniques including hypnotherapy, EMDR, Reiki and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, I work with individuals and families to identify personal strengths locked behind negative energy. I work to empower others to discover their truth, harmonize personal healing and define a positive pathway to life-long happiness. I specialize in treating
trauma
due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
I specialize in treating
trauma
due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
My work as an Emotional Support Life Coach is enhanced by my background in psychotherapy and nursing. It brings a progressive approach to self-healing. Using a myriad of techniques including hypnotherapy, EMDR, Reiki and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, I work with individuals and families to identify personal strengths locked behind negative energy. I work to empower others to discover their truth, harmonize personal healing and define a positive pathway to life-long happiness. I specialize in treating
trauma
due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
Courtney R Marshall
Unlicensed Psychotherapist, MS
Verified
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Not accepting new clients
Sandtray therapy, an Expressive Arts modality, provides children and adolescents opportunities for exploring thoughts and feelings in addition to processing
trauma
, either verbally or non-verbally.
I am passionate about helping children find their inner strengths, express their emotions, and increase resiliency. Collaboration with parents/caregivers is an essential component of the therapeutic experience for children and adolescents. Working previously in early childhood, elementary, and special education as well as mental health gives me a unique ability to support children of various ages, developmental levels, and needs in navigating life's challenges, building coping skills, & improving relationships. Supervised by Deborah Ketcham, RPT-S & LCMHC, as I work toward licensure & RPT credentials
Sandtray therapy, an Expressive Arts modality, provides children and adolescents opportunities for exploring thoughts and feelings in addition to processing
trauma
, either verbally or non-verbally.
I am passionate about helping children find their inner strengths, express their emotions, and increase resiliency. Collaboration with parents/caregivers is an essential component of the therapeutic experience for children and adolescents. Working previously in early childhood, elementary, and special education as well as mental health gives me a unique ability to support children of various ages, developmental levels, and needs in navigating life's challenges, building coping skills, & improving relationships. Supervised by Deborah Ketcham, RPT-S & LCMHC, as I work toward licensure & RPT credentials
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
East Corinth, VT 05040 (Online Only)
I have specialized in working with individuals who manage serious mental illnesses, experiences of grief and loss, as well as psychological
trauma
.
I believe that psychotherapy is a collaborative process that aims to support a clients goals towards growth and change. I strive to foster curiosity in one's own uniqueness and help clients to develop skills that they may benefit from to help them on their journey.
I have specialized in working with individuals who manage serious mental illnesses, experiences of grief and loss, as well as psychological
trauma
.
I believe that psychotherapy is a collaborative process that aims to support a clients goals towards growth and change. I strive to foster curiosity in one's own uniqueness and help clients to develop skills that they may benefit from to help them on their journey.
Coleen Lawlor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SPP
Verified
Chester, VT 05143
Not accepting new clients
I see a wide variety of people and treat most mental health challenges. I have extensive training in the treatment of: anxiety,
trauma
, and complex
trauma
. I am certified in EMDR therapy and have additional training and experience in adapting EMDR therapy for the treatment of a wide range of challenges including dissociative disorders and complex
trauma
. The underlying theory in my practice is that each individual has the capacity to heal, my work is to collaborate and assist my clients to achieve their goals.
I see a wide variety of people and treat most mental health challenges. I have extensive training in the treatment of: anxiety,
trauma
, and complex
trauma
. I am certified in EMDR therapy and have additional training and experience in adapting EMDR therapy for the treatment of a wide range of challenges including dissociative disorders and complex
trauma
. The underlying theory in my practice is that each individual has the capacity to heal, my work is to collaborate and assist my clients to achieve their goals.
Ashley McCullough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Hinesburg, VT 05461
Waitlist for new clients
I approach the work from a
trauma
-informed, client-centered and strengths based lens, drawing from narrative and solution focused approaches, as well as Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioral Theory (CBT).
I currently have a waitlist, but please inquire if you would like to be added to it. I hold an LICSW in VT with about ten years of experience supporting people across the lifespan. I have worked with children, teens, families and adults navigating challenges with life stress, depression, anxiety, addiction,
trauma
, abuse, as well as people grappling with thoughts of suicide and/or homicide. Whatever the reason you are seeking support at this time, I can help you gain meaning and understanding with compassion and empathy.
I approach the work from a
trauma
-informed, client-centered and strengths based lens, drawing from narrative and solution focused approaches, as well as Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioral Theory (CBT).
I currently have a waitlist, but please inquire if you would like to be added to it. I hold an LICSW in VT with about ten years of experience supporting people across the lifespan. I have worked with children, teens, families and adults navigating challenges with life stress, depression, anxiety, addiction,
trauma
, abuse, as well as people grappling with thoughts of suicide and/or homicide. Whatever the reason you are seeking support at this time, I can help you gain meaning and understanding with compassion and empathy.
Johnathan Maxfield, MA, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Barre, VT 05641
My goal as a therapist is to understand a person and their situation by paying close attention to them, asking questions, and using what I have learned from past experience. I think understanding different parts of a person’s life helps create a more complete picture of what is keeping them stuck, unhappy, unaware, or unsatisfied. From there it’s possible to help make changes and face difficult circumstances. My clinical and research work has focused on anxiety, stress,
PTSD
, moral injury, and helping people suffering from the impact of
trauma
.
My goal as a therapist is to understand a person and their situation by paying close attention to them, asking questions, and using what I have learned from past experience. I think understanding different parts of a person’s life helps create a more complete picture of what is keeping them stuck, unhappy, unaware, or unsatisfied. From there it’s possible to help make changes and face difficult circumstances. My clinical and research work has focused on anxiety, stress,
PTSD
, moral injury, and helping people suffering from the impact of
trauma
.
Gretchen Van Winkle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
White River Junction, VT 05001 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals who struggling with depression, anxiety, and
PTSD
.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and distressed right now? Are you feeling stuck, trapped, isolated, and hopeless? You want to feel better, but don't know how - or what - to do. You want to feel light, joyful, rested, at peace. You want to have a sense of fun back in your life. You want to feel whole.
I specialize in working with individuals who struggling with depression, anxiety, and
PTSD
.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and distressed right now? Are you feeling stuck, trapped, isolated, and hopeless? You want to feel better, but don't know how - or what - to do. You want to feel light, joyful, rested, at peace. You want to have a sense of fun back in your life. You want to feel whole.
Anna Gries Body Mind and Heart Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Verified
Rutland, VT 05701 (Online Only)
I specialize in understanding
trauma
experiences in the body.
Are you looking for a therapist in VT or CO? I have been a licensed therapist in the field for 11 years & decided to open my own virtual therapy practice to provide more accessible services to my communities. Here at my practice, I offer evidence-based tools & somatic practices that are powerful & transparent, that you can implement immediately to support you as you are going through your journey. I offer individual & couples counseling, that allows everyone space to be witnessed & for growth to take place. You will learn tools to better manage your anxiety, heal your relationship, heal your nervous system, and heal your
trauma
.
I specialize in understanding
trauma
experiences in the body.
Are you looking for a therapist in VT or CO? I have been a licensed therapist in the field for 11 years & decided to open my own virtual therapy practice to provide more accessible services to my communities. Here at my practice, I offer evidence-based tools & somatic practices that are powerful & transparent, that you can implement immediately to support you as you are going through your journey. I offer individual & couples counseling, that allows everyone space to be witnessed & for growth to take place. You will learn tools to better manage your anxiety, heal your relationship, heal your nervous system, and heal your
trauma
.
Ashley Doolittle
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
For over a decade, I’ve worked with individuals in some form of transition or major life change, often with
trauma
histories not too far below the surface. In each situation, I’ve found the most transformational interactions to be those rooted in both insight and somatic practices so it is a gift to craft a professional life at that precise intersection. Guided by genuine care and warmth, I support clients in gently attuning to the “data” stored in their body as a springboard to better understand, and compassionately respond to, core needs of safety, ease, worth, and authentic connection (with both self and others).
For over a decade, I’ve worked with individuals in some form of transition or major life change, often with
trauma
histories not too far below the surface. In each situation, I’ve found the most transformational interactions to be those rooted in both insight and somatic practices so it is a gift to craft a professional life at that precise intersection. Guided by genuine care and warmth, I support clients in gently attuning to the “data” stored in their body as a springboard to better understand, and compassionately respond to, core needs of safety, ease, worth, and authentic connection (with both self and others).
Helen Schepartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Guilford, VT 05301 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to talk therapy, I use EMDR, effective both for reducing/eliminating
PTSD
, depression and anxiety, and enhancing creative/athletic performance.
This is a very stressful time. My intention as a therapist is to offer a safe, welcoming opportunity for you to explore your challenges, difficulties and hopes. Together we will look at your concerns and how to manage them. We can explore your views of yourself and your life, the meanings you have given things, and other options you might consider. We can develop and practice new skills, and help you move toward greater peace, both within, and in your daily life. We will identify and clarify your personal strengths, resources and sources of inspiration to draw upon during this difficult time, as well as for the future.
In addition to talk therapy, I use EMDR, effective both for reducing/eliminating
PTSD
, depression and anxiety, and enhancing creative/athletic performance.
This is a very stressful time. My intention as a therapist is to offer a safe, welcoming opportunity for you to explore your challenges, difficulties and hopes. Together we will look at your concerns and how to manage them. We can explore your views of yourself and your life, the meanings you have given things, and other options you might consider. We can develop and practice new skills, and help you move toward greater peace, both within, and in your daily life. We will identify and clarify your personal strengths, resources and sources of inspiration to draw upon during this difficult time, as well as for the future.
Deina K Olstad
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Middlebury, VT 05753
Welcome. You may have arrived here seeking a sense of calm, safety, connection, confidence, clarity, motivation, or life balance. You may be grappling with difficult life transitions, relationship challenges, early parenthood, or
trauma
experiences that have given rise to feelings of exhaustion, sadness, isolation, fear, overwhelm, anger, or confusion. These burdens can make it hard to find joy and meaning, feel connected to loved ones, or show up in your daily life. With compassion and acceptance, I'm here to support you in healing the past, coping and thriving in the present, and taking steps towards the life you aspire to live.
Welcome. You may have arrived here seeking a sense of calm, safety, connection, confidence, clarity, motivation, or life balance. You may be grappling with difficult life transitions, relationship challenges, early parenthood, or
trauma
experiences that have given rise to feelings of exhaustion, sadness, isolation, fear, overwhelm, anger, or confusion. These burdens can make it hard to find joy and meaning, feel connected to loved ones, or show up in your daily life. With compassion and acceptance, I'm here to support you in healing the past, coping and thriving in the present, and taking steps towards the life you aspire to live.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.