Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Essex, VT
Going through trauma or loss can leave you feeling weighed down by emotions or patterns that no longer serve you. In our sessions, we’ll focus on building coping skills, increasing self-awareness, and creating a space where you can show up as you are. We’ll focus on tapping into your inner strength, embracing your resilience, and recognizing that you're capable of facing tough challenges. Together, we’ll work toward creating a life that feels empowering and fulfilling.
Going through trauma or loss can leave you feeling weighed down by emotions or patterns that no longer serve you. In our sessions, we’ll focus on building coping skills, increasing self-awareness, and creating a space where you can show up as you are. We’ll focus on tapping into your inner strength, embracing your resilience, and recognizing that you're capable of facing tough challenges. Together, we’ll work toward creating a life that feels empowering and fulfilling.
Accepting new clients for afternoon and evening appointments. Many of us struggle to gain acceptance by masking our true self, pretending to be the person someone else wants us to be, or by avoiding social encounters altogether to avert shame and rejection. While these strategies can provide temporary relief, they often leave us feeling empty or tormented and prevent us from truly connecting with ourselves, our partners, and family and friends. Voicing your authentic self in your own time and in your own way guides the therapy process and opens pathways into healing, change, and discovering new perspectives that can provide relief.
Accepting new clients for afternoon and evening appointments. Many of us struggle to gain acceptance by masking our true self, pretending to be the person someone else wants us to be, or by avoiding social encounters altogether to avert shame and rejection. While these strategies can provide temporary relief, they often leave us feeling empty or tormented and prevent us from truly connecting with ourselves, our partners, and family and friends. Voicing your authentic self in your own time and in your own way guides the therapy process and opens pathways into healing, change, and discovering new perspectives that can provide relief.
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy to adults seeking support with personal and relationship challenges. My compassionate approach focuses on understanding each client's unique needs to help form tailored goals and strategies for facing life's difficulties.
I provide individual, couples, and family therapy to adults seeking support with personal and relationship challenges. My compassionate approach focuses on understanding each client's unique needs to help form tailored goals and strategies for facing life's difficulties.
Lao Tzu wrote, “Your own positive future begins in this moment.” This quote speaks to the heart of my clinical practice. I view therapy as a path taken together rooted in respect, humility, kindness, honesty, and perseverance. On this journey, we will develop a life of meaning and purpose grounded in your own goals and values.
Lao Tzu wrote, “Your own positive future begins in this moment.” This quote speaks to the heart of my clinical practice. I view therapy as a path taken together rooted in respect, humility, kindness, honesty, and perseverance. On this journey, we will develop a life of meaning and purpose grounded in your own goals and values.
I primarily utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) to support you in developing a more robust understanding of the self and capacity to navigate life's challenges using practical skills.
I ground my work in a Relational-Cultural and Feminist perspective, using a collaborative therapeutic relationship to support you in reaching personally meaningful goals. I work with adults working through relationship and communication struggles, identity development, depression, and anxiety. Through creating a stable and grounded relationship, we will explore the ways in which maladaptive relational patterns and beliefs impact your current ability to access the life you want. I am LGBT+, ENM, and kink-friendly.
I primarily utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) to support you in developing a more robust understanding of the self and capacity to navigate life's challenges using practical skills.
I ground my work in a Relational-Cultural and Feminist perspective, using a collaborative therapeutic relationship to support you in reaching personally meaningful goals. I work with adults working through relationship and communication struggles, identity development, depression, and anxiety. Through creating a stable and grounded relationship, we will explore the ways in which maladaptive relational patterns and beliefs impact your current ability to access the life you want. I am LGBT+, ENM, and kink-friendly.
Therapy is a restorative space that promotes health and psychological flexibility. I am expert at tuning into rich and textured conversations. My formal education, training, and reading in the subject of psychology lends depth to my practice- but the balance of a therapy is in how we manage content and process together- the therapeutic relationship.
I'm a merchant of hope, and whether you are new to therapy or a veteran- there's always more to explore and discover within the psyche, bringing relief to symptoms and/or insights.
Therapy is a restorative space that promotes health and psychological flexibility. I am expert at tuning into rich and textured conversations. My formal education, training, and reading in the subject of psychology lends depth to my practice- but the balance of a therapy is in how we manage content and process together- the therapeutic relationship.
I'm a merchant of hope, and whether you are new to therapy or a veteran- there's always more to explore and discover within the psyche, bringing relief to symptoms and/or insights.
James Fitzgerald Therapy PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Integrating neuroscience, positive psychology, somatic and polyvagal, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy
Please. Do not call, email, or leave voicemails! Due to an overwhelming amount of spammers and scammers, I am no longer answering emails or voicemails. I do not have an office staff and I am busy all day seeing clients. I encourage you to visit my private practice website (James Fitzgerald Therapy), if you would like a consultation session, use my online portal to schedule a meeting. I do not offer free consultations for ethical, legal, and risk management reasons. If you have a disability that creates a barrier to using tech, reading, or writing, I invite you to ask for assistance with navigating my website and online portal.
Integrating neuroscience, positive psychology, somatic and polyvagal, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy
Please. Do not call, email, or leave voicemails! Due to an overwhelming amount of spammers and scammers, I am no longer answering emails or voicemails. I do not have an office staff and I am busy all day seeing clients. I encourage you to visit my private practice website (James Fitzgerald Therapy), if you would like a consultation session, use my online portal to schedule a meeting. I do not offer free consultations for ethical, legal, and risk management reasons. If you have a disability that creates a barrier to using tech, reading, or writing, I invite you to ask for assistance with navigating my website and online portal.
My therapeutic orientation is DBT and CBT focused.
I offer a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment. Our shared space is free of judgment, where you can expect to be heard, seen, and accepted as you are. I utilize different cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral techniques with the goal of helping you experience both radical acceptance and personal growth.
My therapeutic orientation is DBT and CBT focused.
I offer a warm and welcoming therapeutic environment. Our shared space is free of judgment, where you can expect to be heard, seen, and accepted as you are. I utilize different cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral techniques with the goal of helping you experience both radical acceptance and personal growth.
Rachel Hill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Email inquiries preferred. Seeking support is a courageous first step toward growth, healing, and self-improvement. I am passionate about helping people make positive changes within themselves and their lives. I meet clients where they are at in their journey. Together we will work to explore strengths, practice skills, and to help alleviate distress. I use a range of therapeutic interventions that include, but are not limited to, cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered, narrative therapy, and mindfulness based approaches.
Email inquiries preferred. Seeking support is a courageous first step toward growth, healing, and self-improvement. I am passionate about helping people make positive changes within themselves and their lives. I meet clients where they are at in their journey. Together we will work to explore strengths, practice skills, and to help alleviate distress. I use a range of therapeutic interventions that include, but are not limited to, cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centered, narrative therapy, and mindfulness based approaches.
I have experience in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), feminist therapy, and non-violent communication.
Hello! I'm so glad you're taking this step in support of your own wellbeing. Pursuing therapy is an act of self love, and I admire your willingness to do so! In our work together, I will provide a warm, nonjudgmental space for you to process your experience, better understand your emotions and needs, develop concrete strategies for meeting these needs, and overall, live a fulfilling life. Over time, you'll improve your relationships with yourself and others and navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and success.
I have experience in Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), feminist therapy, and non-violent communication.
Hello! I'm so glad you're taking this step in support of your own wellbeing. Pursuing therapy is an act of self love, and I admire your willingness to do so! In our work together, I will provide a warm, nonjudgmental space for you to process your experience, better understand your emotions and needs, develop concrete strategies for meeting these needs, and overall, live a fulfilling life. Over time, you'll improve your relationships with yourself and others and navigate life's challenges with greater confidence and success.
Annie
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I believe that every person deserves to live a life that feels the most true and fulfilling to them. I work with individuals and couples navigating a variety of issues that may arise. My goal is to be present with you through any challenges you may be facing, while using those challenges as a powerful opportunity for healing and growth.
Welcome! I believe that every person deserves to live a life that feels the most true and fulfilling to them. I work with individuals and couples navigating a variety of issues that may arise. My goal is to be present with you through any challenges you may be facing, while using those challenges as a powerful opportunity for healing and growth.
I have an eclectic approach that includes trauma focused, acceptance and commitment, client focused, CBT and DBT modalities.
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you are here! Each one of us has gone through a personal journey that has helped shaped who we are today. Whether the experiences have been positive or less than desirable, they are what make you YOU! However, life can be challenging, and it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed at times. Seeking support is courageous and I am here to help you navigate your journey. Together, we’ll create goals that are tailored for you.
I have an eclectic approach that includes trauma focused, acceptance and commitment, client focused, CBT and DBT modalities.
Hello and welcome! I am so glad you are here! Each one of us has gone through a personal journey that has helped shaped who we are today. Whether the experiences have been positive or less than desirable, they are what make you YOU! However, life can be challenging, and it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed at times. Seeking support is courageous and I am here to help you navigate your journey. Together, we’ll create goals that are tailored for you.
Welcome – I'm glad you're here. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or facing a challenge that's making it difficult to move forward, you're not alone. Seeking support is a meaningful first step, and therapy can help you identify practical ways to create positive change.
Welcome – I'm glad you're here. If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or facing a challenge that's making it difficult to move forward, you're not alone. Seeking support is a meaningful first step, and therapy can help you identify practical ways to create positive change.
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I take an integrated approach to my work focusing on humanistic principles combined with aspects of CBT, DBT, and family systems work.
Accepting new clients! I work with adolescents and adults experiencing life transitions, behavior issues, regulation difficulties, identity exploration, career challenges, needs around parenting/caregiving support, and those with ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence. I also enjoy working with athletes and first responders aiming to improve their mental performance, overcome the challenges from setbacks/injuries, and help manage pressure.
I take an integrated approach to my work focusing on humanistic principles combined with aspects of CBT, DBT, and family systems work.
Accepting new clients! I work with adolescents and adults experiencing life transitions, behavior issues, regulation difficulties, identity exploration, career challenges, needs around parenting/caregiving support, and those with ADHD and other forms of neurodivergence. I also enjoy working with athletes and first responders aiming to improve their mental performance, overcome the challenges from setbacks/injuries, and help manage pressure.
Welcome! Are you often feeling exhausted by masking, caught in cycles of perfectionism, or simply craving a space to just exist as you are without pressure to get it right? Do you wish you had a place to explore identity, gender, sexuality, sex, or kink without judgment or pressure to explain? Maybe you're struggling with reconnecting to your body and mind after sexual/relational trauma or navigating the heaviness of grief, whether that be loss or transition. As someone who is a survivor, has moved through profound grief, and grew up queer/neurodivergent in a small conservative town, I understand how vital affirming support is.
Welcome! Are you often feeling exhausted by masking, caught in cycles of perfectionism, or simply craving a space to just exist as you are without pressure to get it right? Do you wish you had a place to explore identity, gender, sexuality, sex, or kink without judgment or pressure to explain? Maybe you're struggling with reconnecting to your body and mind after sexual/relational trauma or navigating the heaviness of grief, whether that be loss or transition. As someone who is a survivor, has moved through profound grief, and grew up queer/neurodivergent in a small conservative town, I understand how vital affirming support is.
Blooming Bonds Therapy - Anxiety, Couples & DBT
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC, MA
Online Only
Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) is the foundation of my work.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, reactive, disconnected, or caught in the same frustrating patterns—there is a way forward. Many of my clients come to therapy wanting real tools, real change, and clarity about what’s actually happening beneath the surface.
We specialize in helping individuals and couples solve specific issues such as:
- Anxiety and emotional overwhelm
- Conflict cycles in relationships
- Communication breakdown
- Trust repair after relational hurt
- Life transitions (motherhood, career shifts, identity changes)
- Difficulty regulating emotions or setting boundaries
Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT) is the foundation of my work.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, reactive, disconnected, or caught in the same frustrating patterns—there is a way forward. Many of my clients come to therapy wanting real tools, real change, and clarity about what’s actually happening beneath the surface.
We specialize in helping individuals and couples solve specific issues such as:
- Anxiety and emotional overwhelm
- Conflict cycles in relationships
- Communication breakdown
- Trust repair after relational hurt
- Life transitions (motherhood, career shifts, identity changes)
- Difficulty regulating emotions or setting boundaries
I also integrate components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Folks who choose to work with me can expect a non-judgmental setting where they are free to be their authentic selves. I will help you frame your lived experiences within the context of your world and identify the stuck points that prevent meaningful change. We will work together to examine recurring patterns in your life and find ways to disrupt them.
I also integrate components of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Folks who choose to work with me can expect a non-judgmental setting where they are free to be their authentic selves. I will help you frame your lived experiences within the context of your world and identify the stuck points that prevent meaningful change. We will work together to examine recurring patterns in your life and find ways to disrupt them.
Many people I have worked with have noticed how their life situation and how they are managing it has been negatively impacting on their health, wellbeing and relationships. This can show up as anxiety, depression, and a host of other difficulties. And sometimes that ends up being really complicated. I work with people who can recognize that something is not right but are willing to try to help it, even if they are not quite sure how yet.
Many people I have worked with have noticed how their life situation and how they are managing it has been negatively impacting on their health, wellbeing and relationships. This can show up as anxiety, depression, and a host of other difficulties. And sometimes that ends up being really complicated. I work with people who can recognize that something is not right but are willing to try to help it, even if they are not quite sure how yet.
In addition to methods from AEDP, I incorporate into my work somatic approaches, skills, and concepts from dialectical behavior therapy, Buddhist and Christian teachings, and concepts from life coaching.
I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I work with individual adults, couples, and families with adult children. We are all on a journey in which we have the opportunity (sometimes presenting itself as an urgent need) to bring our actions into better alignment with who we truly are: Love, Truth, Power, Wisdom, and Beauty.
In addition to methods from AEDP, I incorporate into my work somatic approaches, skills, and concepts from dialectical behavior therapy, Buddhist and Christian teachings, and concepts from life coaching.
I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I work with individual adults, couples, and families with adult children. We are all on a journey in which we have the opportunity (sometimes presenting itself as an urgent need) to bring our actions into better alignment with who we truly are: Love, Truth, Power, Wisdom, and Beauty.
Are you a high school, college or pro athlete who struggles with performance anxiety, overthinking, or fear of failure? Maybe you play great in practice but freeze during games, can’t let go of a mistake, or feel like your confidence disappears when it matters most. You might be tired of putting pressure on yourself to be perfect, constantly questioning whether you’re good enough, or feeling like your identity is tied to how you perform. As a former professional athlete turned therapist, I get it. I help athletes build confidence, overcome mental blocks, manage anxiety, and rediscover the joy of the game.
Are you a high school, college or pro athlete who struggles with performance anxiety, overthinking, or fear of failure? Maybe you play great in practice but freeze during games, can’t let go of a mistake, or feel like your confidence disappears when it matters most. You might be tired of putting pressure on yourself to be perfect, constantly questioning whether you’re good enough, or feeling like your identity is tied to how you perform. As a former professional athlete turned therapist, I get it. I help athletes build confidence, overcome mental blocks, manage anxiety, and rediscover the joy of the game.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.