Couples Therapists in Fairfield, VT

Holly Ann Wakefield
Counselor, LCMHC
Serves Area
We all have the potential to heal ourselves, to have positive relationships, and to have a greater sense of wellbeing.
I have a particular interest in relationships. Relationships can be wonderful, uplifting, and satisfying. They can also be full of anxiety, hurt, and sadness. I want to support you in your awareness of strengths and abilities, and in ways behaviors and patterns may be negatively impacting your life.
We all have the potential to heal ourselves, to have positive relationships, and to have a greater sense of wellbeing.
I have a particular interest in relationships. Relationships can be wonderful, uplifting, and satisfying. They can also be full of anxiety, hurt, and sadness. I want to support you in your awareness of strengths and abilities, and in ways behaviors and patterns may be negatively impacting your life.
(802) 671-4346 View (802) 671-4346
Gillian J Ireland
Verified Verified
Serves Area
" As the years pass and my experience deepens, I find that my approach embraces Nature and Positive Psychology more and more as I help people navigate relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, aging and existential issues.
I enjoy helping people to explore relationships and changes in life stages and have a particular interest in working with parents. I am fond of a playful parenting approach that combines a good sense of boundaries and limits and also the ability to enjoy the journey of being human together in a family that in and of itself is an adventure.
" As the years pass and my experience deepens, I find that my approach embraces Nature and Positive Psychology more and more as I help people navigate relationships, anxiety, depression, life transitions, aging and existential issues.
I enjoy helping people to explore relationships and changes in life stages and have a particular interest in working with parents. I am fond of a playful parenting approach that combines a good sense of boundaries and limits and also the ability to enjoy the journey of being human together in a family that in and of itself is an adventure.
(802) 327-0087 View (802) 327-0087
James C Warpinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
(802) 739-0063 View (802) 739-0063

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Dr. Natika Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCDC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Relationship stuck in a negative cycle?
With 20+ years of experience in the mental health space, I'm confident that I can help you reach your goals and have long-term success. My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative. This means I treat the whole person - mind, body, and spirit using evidence-based practices. You've finally found someone trustworthy and relatable who cares. I see you.
Relationship stuck in a negative cycle?
With 20+ years of experience in the mental health space, I'm confident that I can help you reach your goals and have long-term success. My approach to therapy is holistic and integrative. This means I treat the whole person - mind, body, and spirit using evidence-based practices. You've finally found someone trustworthy and relatable who cares. I see you.
(281) 609-3737 View (281) 609-3737
Blooming Bonds Therapy - Anxiety, Couples & DBT
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC, MA
Online Only
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. That means we focus on building concrete skills in: - Emotion regulation - Distress tolerance - Mindfulness - Interpersonal effectiveness This isn’t just insight-based therapy. It’s structured, practical, and focused on outcomes.
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. That means we focus on building concrete skills in: - Emotion regulation - Distress tolerance - Mindfulness - Interpersonal effectiveness This isn’t just insight-based therapy. It’s structured, practical, and focused on outcomes.
(203) 350-7456 View (203) 350-7456
Driscoll Care Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MEd, MBA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
We provide therapy to individuals and couples using CBT, DBT, EMDR, and IFS in the comfort of your own home.
Life can feel overwhelming at times — like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel with no way out. If you’ve been wondering whether therapy can really help, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place. Our goal in therapy is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges, heal from past trauma, and develop practical skills to reduce emotional pain and regain a sense of balance and control. While we may not get to choose how our story begins, we do have the ability to shape where it goes from here. Life can be really amazing! Reach out today — we’d be honored to support you on your journey.
We provide therapy to individuals and couples using CBT, DBT, EMDR, and IFS in the comfort of your own home.
Life can feel overwhelming at times — like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel with no way out. If you’ve been wondering whether therapy can really help, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place. Our goal in therapy is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges, heal from past trauma, and develop practical skills to reduce emotional pain and regain a sense of balance and control. While we may not get to choose how our story begins, we do have the ability to shape where it goes from here. Life can be really amazing! Reach out today — we’d be honored to support you on your journey.
(617) 762-5415 View (617) 762-5415
Bruce Chalmer
Psychologist
Online Only
I currently have openings for couples sessions via telehealth.
I offer active, respectful, collaborative help for couples. Active means I don't just sit there- I participate in the conversation. Respectful means I don't pathologize you. And collaborative means I work with you, not on you.
I currently have openings for couples sessions via telehealth.
I offer active, respectful, collaborative help for couples. Active means I don't just sit there- I participate in the conversation. Respectful means I don't pathologize you. And collaborative means I work with you, not on you.
(802) 227-2308 View (802) 227-2308
Gillian Boudreau
Psychologist, PhD
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
I most enjoy working with anxious kids and families, couples and other structures of romantic/sexual connection, neurodivergent humans, queer clients, and folks working with, trauma, attachment, and identity including DID.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY. Urban and rural, inpatient and outpatient work settings have taught me about the many challenges an individual may face including experiences of oppression and injustice, as well as a deep appreciation for the richness of the human experience. My style is described as warm, analytical and collaborative, balancing deep emotional work with elements of humor and lightness when appropriate. I aim to help clients address the root of complex challenges, in a safe and supported way.
I most enjoy working with anxious kids and families, couples and other structures of romantic/sexual connection, neurodivergent humans, queer clients, and folks working with, trauma, attachment, and identity including DID.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Long Island University in Brooklyn, NY. Urban and rural, inpatient and outpatient work settings have taught me about the many challenges an individual may face including experiences of oppression and injustice, as well as a deep appreciation for the richness of the human experience. My style is described as warm, analytical and collaborative, balancing deep emotional work with elements of humor and lightness when appropriate. I aim to help clients address the root of complex challenges, in a safe and supported way.
(971) 306-4786 View (971) 306-4786
Samantha Rothberg
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS
Burlington, VT 05401
I welcome couples and individuals of ages 18 and older.
I utilize Emotions Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and psychodynamic modalities in my practice, and work to empower clients to learn in an embodied way to support their autonomy. I have been trained in Core Skills Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and am thrilled to be working with them.
I welcome couples and individuals of ages 18 and older.
I utilize Emotions Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and psychodynamic modalities in my practice, and work to empower clients to learn in an embodied way to support their autonomy. I have been trained in Core Skills Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples and am thrilled to be working with them.
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Ben Turner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADAC
Online Only
I utilize Ivy Pay, a HIPPA-compliant, user-friendly app for self-pay for Couples' sessions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC). 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 13 years in a variety of settings. I typically utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy.
I utilize Ivy Pay, a HIPPA-compliant, user-friendly app for self-pay for Couples' sessions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (CADAC). 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 13 years in a variety of settings. I typically utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy.
(802) 659-2812 View (802) 659-2812
Victoria Irwin
Registered Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Stowe, VT 05672
Individual & Couples Therapy - Learning communication & self-awareness skills improves relationships within your self (by increasing confidence & motivation while developing your identity) & cultivates satisfying relationships with others.
Because therapy is a place to bring your full self: individuals, couples & families often find therapy satisfying, exciting & even fun. Learning communication skills that help people finally say what really matters provides relief & hope.
Individual & Couples Therapy - Learning communication & self-awareness skills improves relationships within your self (by increasing confidence & motivation while developing your identity) & cultivates satisfying relationships with others.
Because therapy is a place to bring your full self: individuals, couples & families often find therapy satisfying, exciting & even fun. Learning communication skills that help people finally say what really matters provides relief & hope.
(802) 456-4207 View (802) 456-4207
Jodyan Gaynor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My ultimate goal as a therapist is to help others navigate the challenges of life and work towards helping them to achieve their best possible quality of life. I use an integrative approach, tailoring interventions specifically towards the needs of each individual I work with. After working for over 12 years in mental health I have developed a strong sensitivity to the importance of culture and other environmental factors to the healing process.
My ultimate goal as a therapist is to help others navigate the challenges of life and work towards helping them to achieve their best possible quality of life. I use an integrative approach, tailoring interventions specifically towards the needs of each individual I work with. After working for over 12 years in mental health I have developed a strong sensitivity to the importance of culture and other environmental factors to the healing process.
(860) 785-6372 View (860) 785-6372
Dr. Frank Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Online Only
You might be navigating bipolar disorder, trauma, schizophrenia, relationship conflict, or psychosomatic symptoms that feel hard to manage alone.
At Behavioral Healing Accesses, we offer compassionate, ethical mental health care for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Our clinicians specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, schizophrenia, psychosomatic concerns, and relationship challenges. We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy.
You might be navigating bipolar disorder, trauma, schizophrenia, relationship conflict, or psychosomatic symptoms that feel hard to manage alone.
At Behavioral Healing Accesses, we offer compassionate, ethical mental health care for adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Our clinicians specialize in depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, schizophrenia, psychosomatic concerns, and relationship challenges. We provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy.
(623) 294-7611 View (623) 294-7611
Ben Hastings
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
I currently have availability for couples and individuals.
My approach is relational, somatically attuned and blends depth psychology, mindfulness and parts work. When we find ways to work skillfully with and understand our anxieties and relationships, we uncover new possibilities for joy, clarity, and connection with ourselves and others. Life can feel more alive and purposeful.
I currently have availability for couples and individuals.
My approach is relational, somatically attuned and blends depth psychology, mindfulness and parts work. When we find ways to work skillfully with and understand our anxieties and relationships, we uncover new possibilities for joy, clarity, and connection with ourselves and others. Life can feel more alive and purposeful.
(802) 213-8935 View (802) 213-8935
Kate Suskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Burlington, VT 05401
Get unstuck, rebuild your relationship, heal your past & create the life you have been longing for.
I can help you work through difficult transitions and emotions, get unstuck, and deal effectively with anger, anxiety, grief and unresolved traumas. I do this by combining my training in psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and family systems. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that can increase well being, improve relationships and empower change.
Get unstuck, rebuild your relationship, heal your past & create the life you have been longing for.
I can help you work through difficult transitions and emotions, get unstuck, and deal effectively with anger, anxiety, grief and unresolved traumas. I do this by combining my training in psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and family systems. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process that can increase well being, improve relationships and empower change.
(802) 752-4665 View (802) 752-4665
Victoria Renken
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, PMH-C, CFRA
2 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
I specialize in supporting clients through life’s most tender seasons—identity shifts, relationships, pregnancy, postpartum, & pregnancy or baby loss.
I provide specialized therapy for women & mothers navigating the emotional complexities of life and pregnancy & postpartum. With a warm, relational approach rooted in clinical excellence and over ten years of experience, my goal is to create a space where you feel deeply understood, supported, and empowered to heal and confidently reconnect to yourself.
I specialize in supporting clients through life’s most tender seasons—identity shifts, relationships, pregnancy, postpartum, & pregnancy or baby loss.
I provide specialized therapy for women & mothers navigating the emotional complexities of life and pregnancy & postpartum. With a warm, relational approach rooted in clinical excellence and over ten years of experience, my goal is to create a space where you feel deeply understood, supported, and empowered to heal and confidently reconnect to yourself.
(866) 401-0419 View (866) 401-0419
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Williston, VT 05495
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
(802) 204-5878 View (802) 204-5878
Brooke Lockwood-Cole, LCMHC
Counselor, LCMHC
Burlington, VT 05401
"I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
I believe that each client is their own best expert, and has come to counseling because they have hit a log jam or bump in the road. Often times they have unresolved issues in their past that have been triggered by current issues that have the same theme. Also, some clients come to counseling due to current situations that are more short-term. My counseling style is very respectful, collaborative, going at a pace that meets the client's needs. Validation of the client's strengths, feelings and stressors is key to helping them transcend traumas and negative experience of the past and present.
"I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
I believe that each client is their own best expert, and has come to counseling because they have hit a log jam or bump in the road. Often times they have unresolved issues in their past that have been triggered by current issues that have the same theme. Also, some clients come to counseling due to current situations that are more short-term. My counseling style is very respectful, collaborative, going at a pace that meets the client's needs. Validation of the client's strengths, feelings and stressors is key to helping them transcend traumas and negative experience of the past and present.
(802) 865-3450 x511 View (802) 865-3450 x511
Marissa Manning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Marissa Manning, a Vermont clinician with a master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern California. I have worked in the medical field for 13 years, and as a medical social worker for 5 of those years. I have a passion for supporting people throughout the lifespan including new mothers/fathers as they navigate changes that come with parenthood, as well as the geriatric community navigating aging, and at times loss of independence. With this I also enjoy working with caregivers discussing burnout and changes in roles in the family system.
Hi, I'm Marissa Manning, a Vermont clinician with a master’s degree in social work from the University of Southern California. I have worked in the medical field for 13 years, and as a medical social worker for 5 of those years. I have a passion for supporting people throughout the lifespan including new mothers/fathers as they navigate changes that come with parenthood, as well as the geriatric community navigating aging, and at times loss of independence. With this I also enjoy working with caregivers discussing burnout and changes in roles in the family system.
(802) 402-4497 View (802) 402-4497
Robin Lauzon Farrell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, MA, PLC
2 Endorsed
Essex Junction, VT 05452
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working to help you navigate relationships, anxiety, stress, trauma, decisions, or life transitions.
Are you feeling lost in your own story? Breaking patterns, finding your story, rewriting the journey, understanding ourselves, and designing new paths can be ways out of cycles of behavior. Living your best life takes work, honesty and exploration. Working together, we can develop strategies and tools you can continue to use now and throughout your life. Change begins when we start to look more closely at our lives and think intentionally about who we are and who we want to be.
I have experience working to help you navigate relationships, anxiety, stress, trauma, decisions, or life transitions.
Are you feeling lost in your own story? Breaking patterns, finding your story, rewriting the journey, understanding ourselves, and designing new paths can be ways out of cycles of behavior. Living your best life takes work, honesty and exploration. Working together, we can develop strategies and tools you can continue to use now and throughout your life. Change begins when we start to look more closely at our lives and think intentionally about who we are and who we want to be.
(802) 613-0649 View (802) 613-0649
FAQ - About Couples Therapy
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.