Therapists in Burlington, VT

My scope and approach to clinical practice is grounded in a holistic/whole-person model. My experience and training include narrative, mindfulness practices, cognitive behavior therapy, trauma-informed care & strength/empowerment approaches. I believe that no one therapeutic approach fits all. I tailor clients' treatment plans to meet their individual needs. I work with children, adolescents & adults.

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.

I offer confidential psychotherapy in a safe environment to adults struggling with anxiety, panic, depression, marital/relationship issues, life transitions, loss and spiritual issues.

Therapy is an unusual experience…You call a stranger, you decide whether or not to meet this stranger in their office or via telehealth, and the person asks you questions about your life that evoke the uncomfortable feelings you are wishing you didn’t feel. And feeling these feelings is often the reason people consider therapy: They want to feel different. My practice offers folks the opportunity to safely explore their wish and desire to feel more connected to themselves and within their relationships, to feel less overwhelmed and worried, and to feel less sad and alone.

My clinical work has consisted of treating a variety of clients with different backgrounds and concerns. I am particularly interested and experienced in treating interpersonal relationship problems, self-esteem concerns, family of origin issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, codependency and LGBTQ issues. I enjoy facilitating individual and couples therapy with adults. As a compassionate, yet assertive clinician, I work with clients to meet self-identified goals. I view myself more as a guide and mentor than expert. My clients have described me as "down to earth" and "personable."

I enjoy psychotherapy with adults. I have experience in mood and anxiety disorders, significant life transitions, grief and loss, spiritual issues, trauma and the psychological impact of medical issues. Prior to licensure as a psychologist, I practiced as a marriage/family therapist for over 30 years.

It may be challenging to seek help with life's stressors. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, possessing numerous years of multi-discipline counseling experience, my desire is to facilitate client's healing through the development of a collaborative therapeutic relationship. In a warm and supportive environment you'll feel comfortable to share your story and move forward by reaching your personal goals and individual potential.

Living a human life is fraught with painful experiences, just by its nature, and not because people are doing anything wrong. Whether that manifests as sadness, loneliness, guilt, shame, boredom, numbness, stagnation, anxiety, or fear, when these feelings show up, they can leave us feeling trapped and powerless in the face of the challenges of life. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental environment in which people can feel free to build awareness of their thoughts, feelings, behaviors, habits, and relationship dynamics. This awareness provides the basis for personal transformation.

Having a safe, nonjudgmental space, to be yourself, and to reflect, discuss, and learn about your reactions, decisions, and challenges can lead to improved well-being. My psychotherapy practice creates that space in a hopeful, compassionate atmosphere. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process. Between your counseling sessions, you are encouraged to reflect and put new skills and insights into practice. I can weave traditional psychotherapy with mindfulness practices to relieve symptoms, promote self-care, make intentional decisions, and grow. Please email me and I'll be able to answer more quickly.

I assist and support individuals and couples to live from the deepest places, to make meaning in their lives, and to improve functioning within self, and between self and others. I offer possibility. I have been in the private practice of psychotherapy since 1977. Clients sometimes come to me when therapy with other therapists has not worked. I am willing to go as deeply as you are within the safety of clear ethical boundaries. I value difference and work to hold and accept and work with differences, whether they be personal, sexual, racial or cultural.

My goal as a counselor is to create a nurturing environment for healing and growth. I hope to offer tools to help you come through a difficult time with greater strength. I have experience supporting adults seeking to understand their own childhoods in order to face the complexities of love, work, and parenting, as well as couples seeking to examine relational patterns in search of positive change. My work with young people is focused on building trust and increasing self-esteem so that difficult situations and emotions don't overwhelm.

In a world which can often feel uncertain, challenging, and overwhelming, every individual deserves a space where they can be deeply seen, heard, and valued for who they are. As an individual and couple's therapist, I support clients in their healing of emotional, physical, relational, and spiritual issues. In our sessions, I will strive to create a collaborative, empathic, curious, and creative space where you can bring all parts of yourself forward. Our time together will involve gaining a deeper understanding of your story, creating holistic goals based on your unique life circumstances, and working towards meaningful change.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

I believe that the best answers to life’s challenges come from within. I believe that my role in a client’s life is to start from and help them to build on the strengths that they already have. Many people encounter challenges in their lives and I make it a point to recognize that asking for help comes from a place of strength, not weakness.

*Not currently accepting new clients* I utilize a non-judgmental and collaborative approach to assist people in increasing their self-knowledge to create positive change.

I love working with adolescents, young adults and adults who feel stuck and are seeking to address the blocks getting in their way in order to improve overall functioning across domains. I offer compassion, empathy, authenticity and humor in service of creating a psychologically safe place that can be utilized for self-exploration, reflection, and skill building. My background is rooted in clinical social work practice and trauma-informed care. My clinical approach centers on the Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC) Framework. I utilize a variety of modalities including EMDR, ACT, TF-CBT, DBT and performance enhancement.

Offering help for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, stress & burnout. Working with adults, college & grad students and professionals, including people in sensitive and high-profile roles for whom discretion & privacy are paramount. Here you will get a therapist that has a deep and unique understanding of suffering, a therapist that is skillful, knowledgeable, real, transparent and compassionate. A therapist that gets it and has expertise in diagnosis and treatment based on advanced knowledge of human development, psychotherapeutic treatment and advanced knowledge of research in psychology.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have a Masters of Education in mental health, addictions, and marriage and family therapy. I have worked with families, adolescents and adults for over the last 10 years in outpatient, in-home therapy settings, detox/inpatient rehab and hospital settings. I typically utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy.

Life is full of challenge, hardship, transition, and unknown. Together we create a space for you to explore and address the challenges in your life and where change and healing are possible. Using mindfulness, attachment, somatics, and trauma informed practices that focus on a body, nervous system, mind perspective I will assist you in making the changes you want in life so you can begin taking the steps toward safe healing. You will be supported to understand your needs, create and set healthy boundaries, and develop effective communications skills to improve your relationships which lead to improved self worth and self esteem.