Women's Issues Therapists in Essex, VT
Alexis Pless
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
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 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.
Specializing in developmental/attachment injury, trauma, complex trauma, and working with clinicians and adults in the treatment of interpersonal and transpersonal themes, sexuality, life transitions, women's issues, self esteem, depression, and anxiety.
Providing Supervision and Consultation to Licensed and Pre-Licensed Therapists, Certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist and Consultant, Internal Family Systems, and EMDR trained. Experiential strategies encourage a congruence of mind and body in the present moment for therapists, individuals, couples, and supervision groups. Therapeutic methods are guided by Directed Mindfulness modalities, Buddhist and Feminist Psychology. Approach is interactive, while encouraging the client's inner consciousness to guide the process, as well as holistic, integrating neuropsychology and conceptualization, with self reflection in the present moment.
Specializing in developmental/attachment injury, trauma, complex trauma, and working with clinicians and adults in the treatment of interpersonal and transpersonal themes, sexuality, life transitions, women's issues, self esteem, depression, and anxiety.
Providing Supervision and Consultation to Licensed and Pre-Licensed Therapists, Certified Sensorimotor Psychotherapist and Consultant, Internal Family Systems, and EMDR trained. Experiential strategies encourage a congruence of mind and body in the present moment for therapists, individuals, couples, and supervision groups. Therapeutic methods are guided by Directed Mindfulness modalities, Buddhist and Feminist Psychology. Approach is interactive, while encouraging the client's inner consciousness to guide the process, as well as holistic, integrating neuropsychology and conceptualization, with self reflection in the present moment.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, women’s issues like pregnancy and postpartum challenges, you are in the right place. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed by the pressure to keep everyone else happy. They often feel unheard, emotionally exhausted, taken advantage of, or unsure how to set healthy boundaries. Together, we will focus on helping you better understand yourself, process difficult experiences, strengthen your voice, and build practical coping skills so you can feel more grounded, confident, and authentic in your daily life.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, women’s issues like pregnancy and postpartum challenges, you are in the right place. Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed by the pressure to keep everyone else happy. They often feel unheard, emotionally exhausted, taken advantage of, or unsure how to set healthy boundaries. Together, we will focus on helping you better understand yourself, process difficult experiences, strengthen your voice, and build practical coping skills so you can feel more grounded, confident, and authentic in your daily life.
If you find yourself stuck in self-doubt, constantly criticizing yourself, feeling like you're never quite “enough,” or trapped in patterns that hold you back, you’re not alone. Navigating transitions in early adulthood like starting college, beginning a new career, or adjusting to changing relationships may open up old wounds, and you may be carrying the weight of earlier life experiences that still shape how you see yourself today. You want to feel understood, regain control, and find hope for a brighter future where your past no longer defines you.
If you find yourself stuck in self-doubt, constantly criticizing yourself, feeling like you're never quite “enough,” or trapped in patterns that hold you back, you’re not alone. Navigating transitions in early adulthood like starting college, beginning a new career, or adjusting to changing relationships may open up old wounds, and you may be carrying the weight of earlier life experiences that still shape how you see yourself today. You want to feel understood, regain control, and find hope for a brighter future where your past no longer defines you.
I work with individuals who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, grief, and are coping with other life events. My therapeutic orientation is DBT and CBT focused. I believe therapy can be beneficial for those willing and ready be an active participant in their own lives by setting goals and working toward them both inside and outside of therapy.
I work with individuals who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias, grief, and are coping with other life events. My therapeutic orientation is DBT and CBT focused. I believe therapy can be beneficial for those willing and ready be an active participant in their own lives by setting goals and working toward them both inside and outside of therapy.
One of you wants more sex. The other has shut down. You love each other, but you're caught in a painful cycle that's hard to talk about and even harder to fix. I specialize in exactly this — couples with mismatched desire — and I've spent years developing frameworks that help you understand why this happens and how to change it. As a Certified Sex Counselor and nurse practitioner, I bring both the clinical and relational pieces together. If desire discrepancy is pulling you apart, I can help.
One of you wants more sex. The other has shut down. You love each other, but you're caught in a painful cycle that's hard to talk about and even harder to fix. I specialize in exactly this — couples with mismatched desire — and I've spent years developing frameworks that help you understand why this happens and how to change it. As a Certified Sex Counselor and nurse practitioner, I bring both the clinical and relational pieces together. If desire discrepancy is pulling you apart, I can help.
For me and my work there aren't many things more powerful and influential than a genuine human connection, a respectful relationship, and a safe space for exploration. I believe the root source of any change comes from feeling secure in these very areas. My hope is that I can provide these basic foundations with my clients. I strive to create a space in which there is respect, humor, no judgement, and an openness to learn. I find that in this space people are able to tackle a range of issues, strengthen skills, and positive growth takes place.
For me and my work there aren't many things more powerful and influential than a genuine human connection, a respectful relationship, and a safe space for exploration. I believe the root source of any change comes from feeling secure in these very areas. My hope is that I can provide these basic foundations with my clients. I strive to create a space in which there is respect, humor, no judgement, and an openness to learn. I find that in this space people are able to tackle a range of issues, strengthen skills, and positive growth takes place.
Ayla O'Mara
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Waitlist available! I believe that a collaborative approach and a genuine therapeutic relationship serve as the foundation for immense personal growth and change. I work from a place of warmth and compassion, striving to create a safe and non-judgmental space from which to explore emotions, life patterns, and areas for growth. I specialize in working with college students and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, relationship challenges, and trauma. I have worked as a counselor for eight years, working in college counseling, community mental health, and five years now in private practice.
Waitlist available! I believe that a collaborative approach and a genuine therapeutic relationship serve as the foundation for immense personal growth and change. I work from a place of warmth and compassion, striving to create a safe and non-judgmental space from which to explore emotions, life patterns, and areas for growth. I specialize in working with college students and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, relationship challenges, and trauma. I have worked as a counselor for eight years, working in college counseling, community mental health, and five years now in private practice.
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.
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.
Accepting new clients immediately. Your teen and I will work together to contact their shadowy parts and navigate their daily anxieties and pains with more confidence, ease, and lightness. We will work together to help them to find their voice to express themselves more fully. Together we will explore how wonderful and empowering it is to truly know themselves. I specialize in self-esteem struggles, depression, trauma, anger, anxiety, stress, and other common adolescent and teen struggles. I use a straight-forward approach that is peppered with humor to bring levity and clarity.
Accepting new clients immediately. Your teen and I will work together to contact their shadowy parts and navigate their daily anxieties and pains with more confidence, ease, and lightness. We will work together to help them to find their voice to express themselves more fully. Together we will explore how wonderful and empowering it is to truly know themselves. I specialize in self-esteem struggles, depression, trauma, anger, anxiety, stress, and other common adolescent and teen struggles. I use a straight-forward approach that is peppered with humor to bring levity and clarity.
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.
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.
Currently accepting new clients for individual therapy only.
Looking for a therapist can feel vulnerable—and even a little overwhelming. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, understood, and supported from the very first session. I bring a calm, focused presence to my work and strive to create a space where you can relax, be yourself, and feel emotionally safe. I’m easygoing, warm, and professional, and I believe that therapy works best when you feel at ease and genuinely cared for.
I am passionate about my work and see therapy as more than a job—it’s a calling. I want to help you feel better, find peace and grow personally.
Currently accepting new clients for individual therapy only.
Looking for a therapist can feel vulnerable—and even a little overwhelming. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, understood, and supported from the very first session. I bring a calm, focused presence to my work and strive to create a space where you can relax, be yourself, and feel emotionally safe. I’m easygoing, warm, and professional, and I believe that therapy works best when you feel at ease and genuinely cared for.
I am passionate about my work and see therapy as more than a job—it’s a calling. I want to help you feel better, find peace and grow personally.
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.
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 and others.
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 and others.
I’m so glad you found your way here! Reaching out for counseling takes courage, and can sometimes feel like the hardest step. I provide a supportive, caring space where you can share your story, work through life’s challenges, and take meaningful steps toward healing and growth in a way that feels authentic and safe.
I’m so glad you found your way here! Reaching out for counseling takes courage, and can sometimes feel like the hardest step. I provide a supportive, caring space where you can share your story, work through life’s challenges, and take meaningful steps toward healing and growth in a way that feels authentic and safe.
As a doctoral-level psychologist, certified creativity coach, and visual artist, I bring a unique blend of skills and 30 years of experience helping individuals create more vibrant and fulfilling lives. By cultivating awareness and getting to know ourselves deeply, we are freed up to live the lives we choose rather than being held hostage to depression, anxiety, fear, and old patterns that no longer serve us. Working from an integrative, collaborative orientation, I support clients in translating insight into action to make positive changes in their lives and relationships.
As a doctoral-level psychologist, certified creativity coach, and visual artist, I bring a unique blend of skills and 30 years of experience helping individuals create more vibrant and fulfilling lives. By cultivating awareness and getting to know ourselves deeply, we are freed up to live the lives we choose rather than being held hostage to depression, anxiety, fear, and old patterns that no longer serve us. Working from an integrative, collaborative orientation, I support clients in translating insight into action to make positive changes in their lives and relationships.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions — along with the deeper questions about identity, meaning, and belonging that tend to come with them. Some of this work is coming to know your own internal states more clearly. Frustration and aggravation aren't quite the same thing. Neither are self-doubt and anxiety. Learning to tell them apart can open up new ways of responding, and often some steadiness when something hard comes up.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions — along with the deeper questions about identity, meaning, and belonging that tend to come with them. Some of this work is coming to know your own internal states more clearly. Frustration and aggravation aren't quite the same thing. Neither are self-doubt and anxiety. Learning to tell them apart can open up new ways of responding, and often some steadiness when something hard comes up.
Candie Killackey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I provide a safe and comfortable place for my clients to express themselves and find a caring and supportive therapist who will come alongside them in their struggles. My clients come in for support around challenges including: sadness and depressed mood, grief and loss, low self confidence, stress or anxiety, medical and health struggles, being a caregiver, relationship troubles, parenting, family and life transitions (examples: divorce, going off to college, beginning a new job, moving)
I provide a safe and comfortable place for my clients to express themselves and find a caring and supportive therapist who will come alongside them in their struggles. My clients come in for support around challenges including: sadness and depressed mood, grief and loss, low self confidence, stress or anxiety, medical and health struggles, being a caregiver, relationship troubles, parenting, family and life transitions (examples: divorce, going off to college, beginning a new job, moving)
In therapy, my aim is to create a space where you can freely express yourself, offering understanding and validation to bring you a sense of relief by the end of our session. While I believe these are fundamental goals in therapy, I understand that they are just the beginning. When we connect, I tailor my approach to suit your unique needs, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution in therapy. My approach involves delving not only into emotional and psychological aspects but also addressing societal factors and systemic oppression that may be impacting your life.
In therapy, my aim is to create a space where you can freely express yourself, offering understanding and validation to bring you a sense of relief by the end of our session. While I believe these are fundamental goals in therapy, I understand that they are just the beginning. When we connect, I tailor my approach to suit your unique needs, recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all solution in therapy. My approach involves delving not only into emotional and psychological aspects but also addressing societal factors and systemic oppression that may be impacting your life.
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- Essex Junction
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- Milton
- Richmond
- Shelburne
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- Williston
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.