Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Fairfield, VT
My motto is: "Life is an Adventure". I have worked in the Mental Health field across many settings and with all age groups. As the years pass and my experience deepens, I find that my approach is leaning more and more towards Positive Psychology. While I am skilled and knowledgeable about how to help solve problems, work through issues and reduce symptoms, I also feel that it is my job to help people to access the strengths and assets that they already have or can develop to help them towards healing. I am currently certified as an EMDR Practitioner.
My motto is: "Life is an Adventure". I have worked in the Mental Health field across many settings and with all age groups. As the years pass and my experience deepens, I find that my approach is leaning more and more towards Positive Psychology. While I am skilled and knowledgeable about how to help solve problems, work through issues and reduce symptoms, I also feel that it is my job to help people to access the strengths and assets that they already have or can develop to help them towards healing. I am currently certified as an EMDR Practitioner.
Not accepting new clients at the moment. Reaching out for help is often the hardest part, so good for you for starting the process! It is my goal to understand you as a person first and foremost, which will help me understand how best to help you. I strive to build our therapeutic relationship on compassion, empathy, hard work, humor, and tend do a lot of laughing with my clients.
Not accepting new clients at the moment. Reaching out for help is often the hardest part, so good for you for starting the process! It is my goal to understand you as a person first and foremost, which will help me understand how best to help you. I strive to build our therapeutic relationship on compassion, empathy, hard work, humor, and tend do a lot of laughing with my clients.
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If you have experienced trauma of any form, suffer from alcohol/drug addiction, anxiety, depression, abuse, self harm or suffer from suicidal thoughts and are seeking help to heal, reach out.
Hi, there! I am interested in building our relationship's foundation on trust. I believe client and therapist relationship is the only way to produce positive outcomes. When this is established, a beautiful environment is formed to which you, the client, may take steps to heal. We will work together as a team to change negative thinking patterns to positive thinking patterns, fill your tool belt with healthy coping mechanisms and ultimately smash your goals of therapy. This is a non judgmental zone, there are no power struggles and you will feel welcomed.
If you have experienced trauma of any form, suffer from alcohol/drug addiction, anxiety, depression, abuse, self harm or suffer from suicidal thoughts and are seeking help to heal, reach out.
Hi, there! I am interested in building our relationship's foundation on trust. I believe client and therapist relationship is the only way to produce positive outcomes. When this is established, a beautiful environment is formed to which you, the client, may take steps to heal. We will work together as a team to change negative thinking patterns to positive thinking patterns, fill your tool belt with healthy coping mechanisms and ultimately smash your goals of therapy. This is a non judgmental zone, there are no power struggles and you will feel welcomed.
The aftermath of trauma can feel both daunting and undefined.
We specialize in working with individuals and couples, utilizing an array of modalities including EMDR, Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy, Ego State Therapy, DBT, and Emotionally Focused Therapy as an integral part of individual and couples therapy sessions. We have a passion for working with first responders, active-duty military, veterans, and their families.
The aftermath of trauma can feel both daunting and undefined.
We specialize in working with individuals and couples, utilizing an array of modalities including EMDR, Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy, Ego State Therapy, DBT, and Emotionally Focused Therapy as an integral part of individual and couples therapy sessions. We have a passion for working with first responders, active-duty military, veterans, and their families.
Tayla Smith
Counselor, LCMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My approach utilizes aspects of person-centered and trauma focused therapy to establish trust and genuineness.
My practice focuses on children, adolescents, and adults based on the behavioral health concerns presented. My goal is to form a counseling relationship that represents a "team effort" in which the counselor and client will work together in order to target the current issue(s), set achievable goals, and develop steps that will enable the desired outcome.
My approach utilizes aspects of person-centered and trauma focused therapy to establish trust and genuineness.
My practice focuses on children, adolescents, and adults based on the behavioral health concerns presented. My goal is to form a counseling relationship that represents a "team effort" in which the counselor and client will work together in order to target the current issue(s), set achievable goals, and develop steps that will enable the desired outcome.
Ryan Marshall, Summit Psychotherapy Services LLC
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
My clinical focus is on development, trauma, and attachment.
Ideally, I’m looking to connect with a client’s desire to move forward and make change in life and to progress through challenges, as well as through traumas. With older teenagers, adults and parents dialogue is the primary foundation to build a therapeutic relationship. With children, it is my experience being more playful and more body-based is a fun and effective therapeutic relationship.
My clinical focus is on development, trauma, and attachment.
Ideally, I’m looking to connect with a client’s desire to move forward and make change in life and to progress through challenges, as well as through traumas. With older teenagers, adults and parents dialogue is the primary foundation to build a therapeutic relationship. With children, it is my experience being more playful and more body-based is a fun and effective therapeutic relationship.
Kathryn T. Battles
Counselor, MPS, LCMHC, LADC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
I have over 15 years experience working with individual who struggle with addictions, eating disorders, have been diagnosed with mood and anxiety disorders as well as those who are in the process of working through trauma.
My practice is oriented towards those working towards thriving rather than surviving. Are you are seeking therapy at this time due to problematic patterns that have been getting in the way of you moving forward and realizing your aspirations? My practice is dedicated to helping you reconnect with your innate source of creative energy by finding new ways of relating to the obstacles that have been getting in your way. I create a caring and compassionate space for you to explore through verbal and visual language, as well as bringing awareness to how the body holds and manifests stuck patterns that you are working to release.
I have over 15 years experience working with individual who struggle with addictions, eating disorders, have been diagnosed with mood and anxiety disorders as well as those who are in the process of working through trauma.
My practice is oriented towards those working towards thriving rather than surviving. Are you are seeking therapy at this time due to problematic patterns that have been getting in the way of you moving forward and realizing your aspirations? My practice is dedicated to helping you reconnect with your innate source of creative energy by finding new ways of relating to the obstacles that have been getting in your way. I create a caring and compassionate space for you to explore through verbal and visual language, as well as bringing awareness to how the body holds and manifests stuck patterns that you are working to release.
Hope and Resilience Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
As a result, there are many people who face anxiety, depression, PTSD, and various other challenges.
Everyone has their story, and my role is to be patient, compassionate, and provide uplifting feedback so we can improve your life. If you are looking for a therapist who is compassionate, down to earth, gives meaningful feedback, will try to instill hope in your life and have interactive conversations, then I may be the therapist you’re looking for.
As a result, there are many people who face anxiety, depression, PTSD, and various other challenges.
Everyone has their story, and my role is to be patient, compassionate, and provide uplifting feedback so we can improve your life. If you are looking for a therapist who is compassionate, down to earth, gives meaningful feedback, will try to instill hope in your life and have interactive conversations, then I may be the therapist you’re looking for.
Heather Leonard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Loss and trauma come in all shapes and sizes.
I specialize in grief counseling, trauma work, and developmental diagnoses. By building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients, a nurturing space is created to explore emotions that may not otherwise feel safe. I provide individualized, research-based treatment while keeping in mind my clients’ needs, cultures, and values.
Loss and trauma come in all shapes and sizes.
I specialize in grief counseling, trauma work, and developmental diagnoses. By building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients, a nurturing space is created to explore emotions that may not otherwise feel safe. I provide individualized, research-based treatment while keeping in mind my clients’ needs, cultures, and values.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor as well as a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor, experienced working with adolescents, adults, and families with trauma, depression, anxiety, self harm, suicidal ideation, substance abuse, grief and loss, and end of life issues.
I draw from a variety of theoretical approaches when working with people, depending on the needs and goals of each individual client, respecting each person's own journey/path using individual strengths to build on. Working often from an existential lens, I draw from Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, Mindfulness Based, Motivational, and EMDR/IFS therapies.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor as well as a Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor, experienced working with adolescents, adults, and families with trauma, depression, anxiety, self harm, suicidal ideation, substance abuse, grief and loss, and end of life issues.
I draw from a variety of theoretical approaches when working with people, depending on the needs and goals of each individual client, respecting each person's own journey/path using individual strengths to build on. Working often from an existential lens, I draw from Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, Mindfulness Based, Motivational, and EMDR/IFS therapies.
I have extensive experience working with individuals with all types of anxiety, depression, and trauma.
In private practice since 2006, I continue to feel honored to get to know my clients. My hope with each person is that we will create a space together in which a unique healing relationship may unfold. To facilitate that space, I tend to focus on your feelings and how they are held in the body; on past experiences and how they relate to current feelings and relational patterns; on how relational patterns may be being repeated within the therapy; on the richness of your internal world (that emerges, for example, in dreams, daydreams, artwork, etc.); and on awareness itself, within which all of the above happens.
I have extensive experience working with individuals with all types of anxiety, depression, and trauma.
In private practice since 2006, I continue to feel honored to get to know my clients. My hope with each person is that we will create a space together in which a unique healing relationship may unfold. To facilitate that space, I tend to focus on your feelings and how they are held in the body; on past experiences and how they relate to current feelings and relational patterns; on how relational patterns may be being repeated within the therapy; on the richness of your internal world (that emerges, for example, in dreams, daydreams, artwork, etc.); and on awareness itself, within which all of the above happens.
You don’t have to suffer with addiction, anxiety, trauma, depression, or other mental health concerns alone.
You will identify problem areas, unwelcome feelings/sensations, set goals and discuss action plans to help get you to your desired outcome. You will receive a client-centered approach to therapy and evidence-based treatment that pulls from your personal strengths. You can decide whether counseling is relaxed or extremely structured. It's your call.
You don’t have to suffer with addiction, anxiety, trauma, depression, or other mental health concerns alone.
You will identify problem areas, unwelcome feelings/sensations, set goals and discuss action plans to help get you to your desired outcome. You will receive a client-centered approach to therapy and evidence-based treatment that pulls from your personal strengths. You can decide whether counseling is relaxed or extremely structured. It's your call.
I provide EMDR Therapy for trauma recovery to first responders and anyone else who wants to get in touch to start feeling empowered again.
EMDR is offered is a powerful type of psychotherapy as a treatment for traumatic memories or feelings. EMDR clients generally experience rapid reductions in subjective levels of distress early in the session.
I provide EMDR Therapy for trauma recovery to first responders and anyone else who wants to get in touch to start feeling empowered again.
EMDR is offered is a powerful type of psychotherapy as a treatment for traumatic memories or feelings. EMDR clients generally experience rapid reductions in subjective levels of distress early in the session.
Courtney R Marshall
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Waitlist for new clients
Sandtray therapy, an Expressive Arts modality, provides clients opportunities for exploring thoughts and feelings in addition to processing trauma, either verbally or non-verbally.
I am passionate about helping children and young adults find their inner strengths, express their emotions, and increase resiliency. Collaboration with parents/caregivers is an essential component of the therapeutic experience for children and adolescents. Working previously in early childhood, elementary, and special education as well as mental health gives me a unique ability to support children of various ages, developmental levels, and needs in navigating life's challenges, building coping skills, & improving relationships. I am a parent of neurodivergent kids & offer a neurodiversity affirming space for both children & adults.
Sandtray therapy, an Expressive Arts modality, provides clients opportunities for exploring thoughts and feelings in addition to processing trauma, either verbally or non-verbally.
I am passionate about helping children and young adults find their inner strengths, express their emotions, and increase resiliency. Collaboration with parents/caregivers is an essential component of the therapeutic experience for children and adolescents. Working previously in early childhood, elementary, and special education as well as mental health gives me a unique ability to support children of various ages, developmental levels, and needs in navigating life's challenges, building coping skills, & improving relationships. I am a parent of neurodivergent kids & offer a neurodiversity affirming space for both children & adults.
I am passionate about strengths-based, trauma-informed counseling for children, adolescents, and adults in a comfortable and welcoming private practice setting.
My specialities include providing cognitive-behavioral therapy for children, adolescents, and adults struggling with mood disorders, behavioral issues, anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, suicidal ideations, and history of abuse.
I am passionate about strengths-based, trauma-informed counseling for children, adolescents, and adults in a comfortable and welcoming private practice setting.
My specialities include providing cognitive-behavioral therapy for children, adolescents, and adults struggling with mood disorders, behavioral issues, anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, suicidal ideations, and history of abuse.
AIT utilizes muscle testing (wrist pressure) allowing subconscious content expression in healing trauma.
In 20 years of witnessing adults/children within the therapeutic relationship, I am in awe of the strength and resiliency individuals show in the face of truly traumatic events. Over the years, I have built a level of expertise in understanding the role that the transpersonal plays in the healing process. Being a Registered Play Therapist means that I have examined clinically how the story we tell ourselves about an event dictates both the burdens & the strengths we assign to our "self." I welcome you to that process of discovery and healing as we partner on the human journey together.
AIT utilizes muscle testing (wrist pressure) allowing subconscious content expression in healing trauma.
In 20 years of witnessing adults/children within the therapeutic relationship, I am in awe of the strength and resiliency individuals show in the face of truly traumatic events. Over the years, I have built a level of expertise in understanding the role that the transpersonal plays in the healing process. Being a Registered Play Therapist means that I have examined clinically how the story we tell ourselves about an event dictates both the burdens & the strengths we assign to our "self." I welcome you to that process of discovery and healing as we partner on the human journey together.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing suicidality, anxiety, and those who have experienced trauma.
We don't heal in isolation, but in community - SK Harrell. As a therapist I believe in the power of community, in the vital need for support to grow beyond who we are in this moment into who we want to be. I acknowledge the strength it takes to seek and accept supports, and I am honored to walk with you in this journey.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing suicidality, anxiety, and those who have experienced trauma.
We don't heal in isolation, but in community - SK Harrell. As a therapist I believe in the power of community, in the vital need for support to grow beyond who we are in this moment into who we want to be. I acknowledge the strength it takes to seek and accept supports, and I am honored to walk with you in this journey.
Hailey Libbey
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colchester, VT 05446
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience working with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, LGBTQA+, adoption & attachment, grief & loss, etc.
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. I graduated with my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2019. For the past 5 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 15 years. I will use a collection of therapeutic modalities to meet your needs. Contact me today.
I have extensive experience working with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, LGBTQA+, adoption & attachment, grief & loss, etc.
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. I graduated with my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2019. For the past 5 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 15 years. I will use a collection of therapeutic modalities to meet your needs. Contact me today.
I specialize in treating trauma due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
I specialize in treating trauma due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
I specialize in treating trauma due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
I specialize in treating trauma due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.