Therapists in Colchester, VT

I practice Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which addresses problems that result from intense emotions. All people lack some skills to regulate, tolerate, and communicate emotions-- my job is to help you identify your skills gaps and learn new, more helpful ways of responding to emotions. I believe that clients come to therapy when problems have become overwhelming. Thus, therapy with me is not just a supportive place to be heard (though that's part of it!). It is a process of learning and relearning thoughts and behaviors to get un-stuck and feel more in control of our lives and choices.

**I am not currently accepting new clients** As a counselor, I create an accepting, collaborative environment where clients are empowered to reach their goals. I focus on working with individuals who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, interpersonal conflict and relationship issues. I also have experience working within the LGBTQ community, as well as with individuals experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, and grief/loss.

Professional Social Worker specializing in death, dying, and bereavement. Extensive experience working with issues related to chronic and life limiting illness, aging, and dementia, with a focus in geriatric counseling.

*Accepting New Clients* Are you feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions? Have you experienced a traumatic event or loss and struggling to navigate the world around you? I may be able to help. While I recently graduated with my Masters in Counseling in 2019, I have had years of experience. For the past 2 years I have worked with children and teens (5-18) along with their caregivers (bio/foster/adoptive/kin). I have provided direct client care to adults 65+ for over 11 years. I will use a collection of therapeutic modalities to meet your needs. Contact me today at Haileylibbey@gmail.com

I provide individual and family therapy for children, adolescents and adults. I work to develop a trusting relationship with each individual based on acceptance, understanding and mutual respect. Since I have expertise in a variety of treatment approaches, I can collaborate with each individual or family to provide treatment that aligns with the individual or family goals and needs. The process of healing and growth often involves gaining more understanding of oneself and one's family, learning how to draw on existing strengths and resources, gaining confidence, and/or learning new skills.

I offer therapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Developing a dialogue between therapist and client we work together in the relationship to understand, and expand one's understanding of one's personal and life narrative. Meeting the individual at their level is important in the development of a trusting working alliance. My belief in the therapeutic relationship itself plays a pivotal role in the healing process, where my work is founded on trust, empathy, and humor. I offer my commitment to the human journey and look forward to working collaboratively with my clients to renewed understanding, growth, and healing.

*SORRY, I’M NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME* Life can be complicated and counseling can help. People seek counseling to make life better. Relationship issues, medical challenges, trouble healing from the past, unexpected changes, and stress can get in the way of enjoying life.

I believe that all people have a past that has contributed to the unique being that they are today, and that each of us have the ability to make positive change and live meaningful lives. My goal is to provide a safe, caring environment that allows for collaboration and growth towards the goals of my client. I enjoy working with children, teens, and adults, in the areas of depression, anxiety, marital stress, prenatal/maternal challenges, and military families.

The Vermont Center for Responder Wellness specializes in treating first responders and their families. The Center also employs relational trauma experts serving survivors of sexual violence, domestic violence, and human trafficking. We work with clients on issues of post-traumatic stress, relationships, stress at work and at home, and overall mental health and wellbeing using a mixed format of modalities from Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), restorative yoga, mindfulness and meditation coaching and biofeedback. We also specialize in workman's compensation issues for first responders.

When troubled by challenges seeming to have no solution; when familiar ways of dealing with pain and problems no longer work; when bearings are lost and the uncertainty of the step ahead prevents taking the next, the emotional support and guidance available in psychoanalysis and therapy offer the potential for growth and change. My approach is collaborative - we work together to explore, understand, and address the issues, conscious and unconscious, prompting your seeking therapy to help you discover the inner strength and resources necessary to move forward.

I have practiced for 35 years and provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples. My goal is to help people develop confidence to live more vitally and to limit symptoms of depression, anxiety, insecurity, grief, and fears that may happen due to stress, work, loss or relationship changes. I value strong attachments, and strive to help you reach a more fulfilling sense of yourself and life. I am also an SEP providing Somatic Experiencing for Healing Trauma, developed by Dr. Peter Levine and use a body/ sensory- motor oriented practice to help people work toward self regulation, mindfulness and well being.

*Please note: I have little to no availability for new clients at this time. I will update this if anything changes.* My emphasis is on building a strong relationship as the foundation for change, and using this collaboration to explore which evidence based and client centered approaches will be most helpful for you. We'll work together to figure out what's right for you. Prior to going into private practice, my background in substance abuse counseling as well as crisis services has taught me to be flexible in my approach and to recognize the unique challenges which each individual faces.

I believe that therapy is most effective when it is empathic, collaborative, non-judgemental and non-pathologizing. I am deeply interested in the uniqueness of each human being who comes to me. By talking together in ways which nurture curiosity, compassion and insight we will look at what troubles you, what brings you hope, and which patterns of thinking/feeling/being you are engaging in that are not serving you well now.

My passion comes from helping people move past the losses and traumas of their past and into a rich and full life. Trauma and the losses we experience in life can wound us on every level - physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. My desire is to see you pick up the pieces and create a beautiful life beyond the struggle of grief, anxiety, postpartum difficulties, infertility, disordered eating, childhood abuse, and other painful life events. My approach is one of compassion, honesty, and a little bit of sass - to help you rediscover a life of passion, beauty, joy, fulfillment, and empowerment.

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 am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I excel working with clients who desire evidence-based treatments such as DBT and CBT. It is my belief that clients know themselves best and should be in the driver's seat at all times.

I am an experienced licensed doctoral psychologist with the privilege of practicing for the past 20 years in Vermont. I am psychodynamically trained and have had extensive training in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy). Most importantly you will experience me as interpersonally connected and client centered. Whether it be engaging in psychotherapy, supervision, consultation or training, it is a collaborative process combining your goals and needs with my expertise and experience to help you get where you want to be. You can expect solid support and also expect to be challenged in ways that foster growth.

Dually licensed as a Mental Health and Alcohol & Drug Counselor, I work with adults, adolescents and families using a goal-focused approach to effect positive change. With a mix of cognitive-behavioral and client-centered theory I work with you to define your issues of concern and create the means to achieve the results you desire.