Adoption Therapists in Bellows Falls, VT
My work has been in schools, homes and psychiatric hospital settings. Along the way, I learned tools for emotional regulation, improved communication and positive perspective taking that I would like to share with you. With some practice, you can improve your outlook, routines, and the quality of your connections to others.
My work has been in schools, homes and psychiatric hospital settings. Along the way, I learned tools for emotional regulation, improved communication and positive perspective taking that I would like to share with you. With some practice, you can improve your outlook, routines, and the quality of your connections to others.
Robert A Pelosi
Counselor, Robert Pelosi, BCETS, LCMHC
Bellows Falls, VT 05101
Waitlist for new clients
Robert A. Pelosi, NCC, LCMHC, BCETS is a clinician, writer and consultant. He specializes in diagnosing and treating adolescents and young adults with violence and trauma histories. In addition to his Vermont and New York practice, Bob also continues to render professional mental health services and consultation nationally in cases of mass trauma incidents such as the Sandy Hook and Orlando shootings and others. His clinical background extends over twenty-five years of work with kids and families with severe trauma and disabilities. He specializes in intervention with children and families with traumatic stress and domestic violence
Robert A. Pelosi, NCC, LCMHC, BCETS is a clinician, writer and consultant. He specializes in diagnosing and treating adolescents and young adults with violence and trauma histories. In addition to his Vermont and New York practice, Bob also continues to render professional mental health services and consultation nationally in cases of mass trauma incidents such as the Sandy Hook and Orlando shootings and others. His clinical background extends over twenty-five years of work with kids and families with severe trauma and disabilities. He specializes in intervention with children and families with traumatic stress and domestic violence
I am a firm, sensitive and client-focused therapist with many years of experience helping young people and adults from all types of backgrounds throughout the Northeast and Southeast. I received my MSW from Boston University, with advanced clinical training at the Yale University School of Medicine; where I was selected to work as a Family Therapist at the Yale Psychiatric Institute; a pre-eminent teaching hospital; when I was 32. I help clients with individual, family and/or marital and relationship issues, mental health and serious mounting chemical dependency problems.
I am a firm, sensitive and client-focused therapist with many years of experience helping young people and adults from all types of backgrounds throughout the Northeast and Southeast. I received my MSW from Boston University, with advanced clinical training at the Yale University School of Medicine; where I was selected to work as a Family Therapist at the Yale Psychiatric Institute; a pre-eminent teaching hospital; when I was 32. I help clients with individual, family and/or marital and relationship issues, mental health and serious mounting chemical dependency problems.
I work primarily with children aged 3+ who have experienced trauma, and adults who care for them.
The children I see are often navigating complex dynamics at home and/or school, and experiencing difficulty with issues such as self-regulation, anger, and anxiety. Adults often report struggles self-regulation, creative motivation and professional burn-out.
"(My child) woke up at 6 am the last time he talked to you because he was so excited to chat! He is not typically an early riser so it’s quite the compliment!" (Parent)
I work primarily with children aged 3+ who have experienced trauma, and adults who care for them.
The children I see are often navigating complex dynamics at home and/or school, and experiencing difficulty with issues such as self-regulation, anger, and anxiety. Adults often report struggles self-regulation, creative motivation and professional burn-out.
"(My child) woke up at 6 am the last time he talked to you because he was so excited to chat! He is not typically an early riser so it’s quite the compliment!" (Parent)
VT MEDICAID ACCEPTED. NEW CLIENTS WELCOME! Do you react intensely to others' behavior? Do people say you are oversensitive? Do you sometimes need to withdraw from people to feel safe? A history of emotional wounding could be playing a big part in your distress. But it is often difficult to make the connection. Emotional mistreatment is not like physical or overt sexual abuse, which are episodic and which often leave specific memories. It is more of a pattern of behavior directed towards you that leaves you feeling hurt, alone and uncertain of your place in the world.
VT MEDICAID ACCEPTED. NEW CLIENTS WELCOME! Do you react intensely to others' behavior? Do people say you are oversensitive? Do you sometimes need to withdraw from people to feel safe? A history of emotional wounding could be playing a big part in your distress. But it is often difficult to make the connection. Emotional mistreatment is not like physical or overt sexual abuse, which are episodic and which often leave specific memories. It is more of a pattern of behavior directed towards you that leaves you feeling hurt, alone and uncertain of your place in the world.
I have experience and expertise in working with adoptive children and families. My practice has shown me that I have a particular skill with adolescents and young adults in particular. Clients in the LGBTQ+ community and in alternative lifestyles will find an open-minded and welcoming presence in me. I have expertise in and enjoy working with transgender teens and young adults. I seek to help empower clients to find inner resources to fulfill their life goals. We are all on our own journeys and finding folks to accompany us are well worth the time and effort. Walk with me.
I have experience and expertise in working with adoptive children and families. My practice has shown me that I have a particular skill with adolescents and young adults in particular. Clients in the LGBTQ+ community and in alternative lifestyles will find an open-minded and welcoming presence in me. I have expertise in and enjoy working with transgender teens and young adults. I seek to help empower clients to find inner resources to fulfill their life goals. We are all on our own journeys and finding folks to accompany us are well worth the time and effort. Walk with me.
I have had over 20 years of experience in private practice treating children, adults, families and couples in a rural area. I am well-versed in common issues such as adjustment disorders, depression and anxiety, childhood trauma and substance abuse and recovery.
I have had over 20 years of experience in private practice treating children, adults, families and couples in a rural area. I am well-versed in common issues such as adjustment disorders, depression and anxiety, childhood trauma and substance abuse and recovery.
Jill Neitlich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I work with people who are on a journey of self-discovery and healing. My mind-body approach encourages people to develop a deeper and more compassionate relationship with their body and true self. With 30 years experience, I offer an effective combination of healing modalities and skills, including Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, which help you release the defenses and wounds of the past, and resolve inner conflicts. As you end the struggle with yourself, you can create a greater sense of inner peace and ease in your life.
I work with people who are on a journey of self-discovery and healing. My mind-body approach encourages people to develop a deeper and more compassionate relationship with their body and true self. With 30 years experience, I offer an effective combination of healing modalities and skills, including Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR, which help you release the defenses and wounds of the past, and resolve inner conflicts. As you end the struggle with yourself, you can create a greater sense of inner peace and ease in your life.
I work collaboratively with clients, dealing with issues such as trauma and loss, ADHD, anxiety and depression, and chronic pain, utilizing a pragmatic strength-based approach. Certified in EMDR, I also draw upon other mind-body modalities, such as Mindfulness Meditation, DBT, and attachment theory. My approach is grounded in spirituality and informed by over 30 years of participating in and leading mens groups. And it is characterized by a compassionate problem-solving attitude, and fueled by dogged determination and persistant stick-to-it-iveness. I teach clients stress-reduction techniques they can practice at home.
I work collaboratively with clients, dealing with issues such as trauma and loss, ADHD, anxiety and depression, and chronic pain, utilizing a pragmatic strength-based approach. Certified in EMDR, I also draw upon other mind-body modalities, such as Mindfulness Meditation, DBT, and attachment theory. My approach is grounded in spirituality and informed by over 30 years of participating in and leading mens groups. And it is characterized by a compassionate problem-solving attitude, and fueled by dogged determination and persistant stick-to-it-iveness. I teach clients stress-reduction techniques they can practice at home.
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Welcome to Hobbyhorse Counseling, LLC! My practice focuses on treating children and families that have experienced trauma, as well as working with those who experience trauma due to being marginalized by our society. I believe in focusing on strengths, spending time engaged in play, and building a team of supports to help achieve goals.
Welcome to Hobbyhorse Counseling, LLC! My practice focuses on treating children and families that have experienced trauma, as well as working with those who experience trauma due to being marginalized by our society. I believe in focusing on strengths, spending time engaged in play, and building a team of supports to help achieve goals.
Feelings can be tricky. Thoughts, relationships, responsibilities, society can be overwhelming. But whatever the issue you cannot escape your feelings; which is still uncomfortable for some. The good news is, you are not the sum of your feelings. And no feeling or thought makes you a good or bad person, just human. In fact, we are built to experience the full range of human emotions, though many of us are not taught or encouraged to reflect on our inner world leaving us with no idea what to do with all of these feelings. And it is often what we are doing or not doing about our feelings that can keep us from living our fullest lives.
Feelings can be tricky. Thoughts, relationships, responsibilities, society can be overwhelming. But whatever the issue you cannot escape your feelings; which is still uncomfortable for some. The good news is, you are not the sum of your feelings. And no feeling or thought makes you a good or bad person, just human. In fact, we are built to experience the full range of human emotions, though many of us are not taught or encouraged to reflect on our inner world leaving us with no idea what to do with all of these feelings. And it is often what we are doing or not doing about our feelings that can keep us from living our fullest lives.
I love to support people who see themselves as a spiritual being having a human experience. You have your own unique history and have faced many challenges. Settling for less in your life is often a mirror of issues of trauma/self-worth. I will assist you in releasing historical trauma which resulted in negative beliefs.
I am trained in CBT, CBTI, EMDR, IFS, IMAGO Couples system and EFT. I am a Certified Grief Specialist. You deserve to have a strong foundation from which to make choices in your life. I will help you to strengthen yours.
I love to support people who see themselves as a spiritual being having a human experience. You have your own unique history and have faced many challenges. Settling for less in your life is often a mirror of issues of trauma/self-worth. I will assist you in releasing historical trauma which resulted in negative beliefs.
I am trained in CBT, CBTI, EMDR, IFS, IMAGO Couples system and EFT. I am a Certified Grief Specialist. You deserve to have a strong foundation from which to make choices in your life. I will help you to strengthen yours.
Rhianna Kendrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Brattleboro, VT 05301
Waitlist for new clients
We live in an incredibly fast paced world, focused on capitalistic systems that value productivity, individuality, and a quest for materialism. This often leads to exhaustion, challenges in our relationships, and a disconnect from caring for ourselves. My goal is to provide a compassionate setting to explore your experiences that may be contributing to internal distress and disconnection, focusing on you as the expert.
We live in an incredibly fast paced world, focused on capitalistic systems that value productivity, individuality, and a quest for materialism. This often leads to exhaustion, challenges in our relationships, and a disconnect from caring for ourselves. My goal is to provide a compassionate setting to explore your experiences that may be contributing to internal distress and disconnection, focusing on you as the expert.
I have worked as a personal counselor since 1986 and as a licensed clinical social worker since 2004, working extensively with couples and individuals. While working together, you can expect understanding, clear and honest feedback, and, often, mutual laughter as we deal with our human imperfections. We will explore the causes behind your struggles, then implement action steps to help bring about the changes you're looking for. Most individuals or couples see me for six to eight weekly sessions, moving to less frequent sesions as they experience significant improvement in their personal and relational lives.
I have worked as a personal counselor since 1986 and as a licensed clinical social worker since 2004, working extensively with couples and individuals. While working together, you can expect understanding, clear and honest feedback, and, often, mutual laughter as we deal with our human imperfections. We will explore the causes behind your struggles, then implement action steps to help bring about the changes you're looking for. Most individuals or couples see me for six to eight weekly sessions, moving to less frequent sesions as they experience significant improvement in their personal and relational lives.
I’m Rose, a telehealth psychologist in New Hampshire, Vermont and Utah. I specialize in mental health at the intersection of reproductive experiences, trauma, and attachment. As both a psychologist and doula, I offer a depth of care that integrates the body, story, and relationship—especially during pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and maturing life. With over 20 years of experience, I bring a calm, thoughtful approach to helping you make sense of what you’re carrying and move toward greater clarity and resilience. I integrate EMDR with attachment-based approaches, always centered on your unique story. This supports lasting change.
I’m Rose, a telehealth psychologist in New Hampshire, Vermont and Utah. I specialize in mental health at the intersection of reproductive experiences, trauma, and attachment. As both a psychologist and doula, I offer a depth of care that integrates the body, story, and relationship—especially during pregnancy, postpartum, loss, and maturing life. With over 20 years of experience, I bring a calm, thoughtful approach to helping you make sense of what you’re carrying and move toward greater clarity and resilience. I integrate EMDR with attachment-based approaches, always centered on your unique story. This supports lasting change.
Today's crazy pace of life as well as the stresses of family, money, school, employment, and politics, it is no wonder more and more people are looking for therapeutic support to find balance in their lives. I will strive to help you find that balance, working with and building on your strengths, already present within you, but lost in the chaos of present day life in a safe, supportive environment. We will work to build coping skills to deal with every day life, when things get tough. Life is full of ups and downs. You can learn new ways to shift your perception, to build on the strengths and positives.
Today's crazy pace of life as well as the stresses of family, money, school, employment, and politics, it is no wonder more and more people are looking for therapeutic support to find balance in their lives. I will strive to help you find that balance, working with and building on your strengths, already present within you, but lost in the chaos of present day life in a safe, supportive environment. We will work to build coping skills to deal with every day life, when things get tough. Life is full of ups and downs. You can learn new ways to shift your perception, to build on the strengths and positives.
Hi there! I’m a Depth psychotherapist (Jungian-oriented), integrative medicine mental health provider, wellness consultant, & educator. I view therapy as fertile ground for cultivating self-awareness, transforming suffering into wisdom, and asking honest questions of ourselves & our lives. People come to me when they’re ready for meaningful change. Life might feel stagnant, without purpose, or they want to step into a fuller expression of themselves. Many are navigating post-traumatic growth, a spiritual or existential “Dark Night,” major life transition, or a sense that prior innerwork has plateaued & deeper integration is needed.
Hi there! I’m a Depth psychotherapist (Jungian-oriented), integrative medicine mental health provider, wellness consultant, & educator. I view therapy as fertile ground for cultivating self-awareness, transforming suffering into wisdom, and asking honest questions of ourselves & our lives. People come to me when they’re ready for meaningful change. Life might feel stagnant, without purpose, or they want to step into a fuller expression of themselves. Many are navigating post-traumatic growth, a spiritual or existential “Dark Night,” major life transition, or a sense that prior innerwork has plateaued & deeper integration is needed.
Feeling overwhelmed? Is anxiety, grief, or stress taking over? I'm here to help. I offer therapy for adults, kids, and families that's strengths-based, collaborative, and solution-focused. We'll create positive momentum from our first meeting. Building on the strengths you or your child already have, I’ll offer tools and strategies to use when challenging situations arise. You'll gain a new perspective, a sense of hope, and practical strategies to use during the week.
Feeling overwhelmed? Is anxiety, grief, or stress taking over? I'm here to help. I offer therapy for adults, kids, and families that's strengths-based, collaborative, and solution-focused. We'll create positive momentum from our first meeting. Building on the strengths you or your child already have, I’ll offer tools and strategies to use when challenging situations arise. You'll gain a new perspective, a sense of hope, and practical strategies to use during the week.
I work with individuals and couples ready for real change in how they relate to themselves, others, and the practical realities of their lives. Many carry anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, financial stress, or the lasting effects of a difficult early life. What brings them into therapy is often a recognition that familiar patterns such as low self-worth, people-pleasing, emotional reactivity, chronic overwhelm, financial avoidance, or relationship struggles are no longer workable.
My depth-oriented approach helps clients understand and transform their relationship to themselves which then radiates into their lives.
I work with individuals and couples ready for real change in how they relate to themselves, others, and the practical realities of their lives. Many carry anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, financial stress, or the lasting effects of a difficult early life. What brings them into therapy is often a recognition that familiar patterns such as low self-worth, people-pleasing, emotional reactivity, chronic overwhelm, financial avoidance, or relationship struggles are no longer workable.
My depth-oriented approach helps clients understand and transform their relationship to themselves which then radiates into their lives.
I offer concrete, effective strategies to parents, children, & adolescents to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns. My clients leave every session with a specific plan for exactly what to do to build skills or reduce problem behaviors, and improvement is usually quick to see. Children who benefit from my services exhibit a very broad range of challenges, including ADHD-related impulsivity and hyperactivity, aggression, oppositionality, "attitude", anxiety, ASD-related social skills deficits and challenges, enuresis, encopresis, and sleeping issues - just to name a few.
I offer concrete, effective strategies to parents, children, & adolescents to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns. My clients leave every session with a specific plan for exactly what to do to build skills or reduce problem behaviors, and improvement is usually quick to see. Children who benefit from my services exhibit a very broad range of challenges, including ADHD-related impulsivity and hyperactivity, aggression, oppositionality, "attitude", anxiety, ASD-related social skills deficits and challenges, enuresis, encopresis, and sleeping issues - just to name a few.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.