Teen Therapists in Burlington, VT

I am a licensed clinical social worker with nearly two decades of experience with teens and young adults. I have a passion for working with teens and young adults. Many of my clients enjoy going on walks while we work together. With my teenage clients, we often work together for 1-3 hours outside, using hands-on projects as a conduit for building confidence, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness. I don't deploy a single therapeutic technique. Rather, I blend the best parts of many different approaches. My clients typically find me warm, approachable and validating while gently pushing them to grow in the specific areas.

I collaborate with my clients to work on what is important to them, integrating my knowledge and clinical experience to guide the process. I believe that everyone has problems at times, and that these can prevent us from having the relationships and lives we desire. I see therapy as a dialogue and am active and direct in the process. I will partner with you to change old patterns and to draw out your strengths. Most people say I have a genuine, down to earth manner which makes it possible to feel safe and speak openly.

The willingness to engage in a process, to consider other perspectives alongside of our own, to courageously seek assistance... all cornerstones to positive change. Ultimately, what we think can help lead us to what we become. For more specific detail please visit my website at: www.dpetrocelli.org to learn more about my experience and the services I provide (click tab to the left).

I am a Vermont rostered psychotherapist based at St. Johnsbury Psychology Associates in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. I specialize in working with adolescent and adult patients who struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, substance use disorders and major life transitions. I use an integrative model of psychotherapy utilizing psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques. I hold a master’s degree in social work from the University of New Hampshire.

Even in the best of times, life transitions can feel overwhelming. Anxiety may feel unmanageable, or depressive symptoms may have you feeling "stuck." Our past experiences shape who we are and how we interact with the world, and those patterns may not serve us anymore. All parents struggle from time to time, and teens are under more pressure than ever these days, making coping as a teen or a parent of a teen difficult at times. The past years with COVID may have changed your perspective on life, or altered your priorities.

**I am currently accepting clients on weekends and evenings** Living in today’s world is more complicated than ever. When you’re struggling with personal difficulties, mental health challenges, or family issues, life can feel overwhelming and confusing. What brings people to therapy is unique and personal. My approach to counseling is person centered, compassionate, and solution based.

I have enjoyed helping people with stress, anxiety, depression, abuse (emotional, physical, sexual), addiction/alcoholism in the family, couples, self-esteem, dissociation, and attachment issues. I offer EVIDENCE BASED PSYCHOTHERAPY to individuals, couples and groups as a licensed psychotherapist since1991. Expertise: INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS THERAPY (IFS), PHASE ORIENTED TRAMA TREATMENT, EMDR, 12 STEP work. My Aussie, Smudge works with me. She can be a source of comfort and kindness. I would be happy to speak with you. Outside of work, I am a mom and wife; artist and gardener; meditator, and do my own psychotherapy.

Melissa Gaudio is a Licensed Social Worker working through the Vermont Wellness Collaborative. She has dedicated the last six years of her professional career to supporting the mental health of teens, adults, and family systems as a community support specialist and school based clinician. She has had the privilege and experience of working with teens and adults exploring depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, obsessive compulsive behaviors, healthy relationships, and end of life challenges.

Welcome! It can be very difficult asking for help. Through my engaged and compassionate therapeutic style, I work to lessen the difficulty. I believe that throughout all of our lives we find ourselves navigating transition, relational difficulties, illness, distress, and growth. During these times, there can be a range of experiences from mild dissatisfaction to anxiety and despair. My practice centers on fostering an empathic and authentic therapeutic environment in which there is acceptance and safety in exploring and making meaning out of your experiences and internal world.

Aida Luce has been practicing for over 30 years, she is committed and passionate about her work. She comes from the perspective that therapy is a very private and personal relationship that is enhanced by mutual respect. Aida cares deeply about social justice, holistic health and the mind/body connection. Aida works with couples , and families as one of her specialities. I am working with couples and individuals virtually. I am accepting new clients at this time. Be in touch, and stay safe!!