Therapists in Franklin County, VT

Common Man Therapy, LLC - Eric Astleford
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CTMH-A
Verified Verified
Online Only
Did you grow up in a home where your voice was silenced, your emotions dismissed, or your worth shattered? The pain of living with narcissistic or immature parents is profound. Emotional needs were often neglected, leaving a void where love and validation should have been. Such environments can instill feelings of invisibility, unworthiness, and rejection. These scars—crippling self-doubt, an inability to trust, or destructive relationships—can shape your entire life. Though healing may seem daunting, it is possible. You deserve to reclaim your worth and break free from the chains of a childhood that failed to nurture you.
Did you grow up in a home where your voice was silenced, your emotions dismissed, or your worth shattered? The pain of living with narcissistic or immature parents is profound. Emotional needs were often neglected, leaving a void where love and validation should have been. Such environments can instill feelings of invisibility, unworthiness, and rejection. These scars—crippling self-doubt, an inability to trust, or destructive relationships—can shape your entire life. Though healing may seem daunting, it is possible. You deserve to reclaim your worth and break free from the chains of a childhood that failed to nurture you.

Karen Giroux. Lcmhc Ladc
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LADC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Trauma informed Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services. With a focus on post traumatic growth through acknowledging and understanding the impact of trauma/stress on the brain and the nervous system. We can get stuck in negative and destructive thought patterns as a result of these injuries that resonate through our lives. Using a mind/body approach with a person-centered foundation; EMDR; Audio Visual Entrainment therapy; Brainspotting and parts work to begin restoring your sense of self. please use email for any inquiries or referrals
Trauma informed Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services. With a focus on post traumatic growth through acknowledging and understanding the impact of trauma/stress on the brain and the nervous system. We can get stuck in negative and destructive thought patterns as a result of these injuries that resonate through our lives. Using a mind/body approach with a person-centered foundation; EMDR; Audio Visual Entrainment therapy; Brainspotting and parts work to begin restoring your sense of self. please use email for any inquiries or referrals

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.
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.

Welcome. I am currently accepting new clients and offer telehealth services only. Life can be challenging and sometimes we need to connect while navigating through those times. These challenges can include relationships, life transitions, parenting, work-life balance, ongoing stressors, or our own past to name a few.
Welcome. I am currently accepting new clients and offer telehealth services only. Life can be challenging and sometimes we need to connect while navigating through those times. These challenges can include relationships, life transitions, parenting, work-life balance, ongoing stressors, or our own past to name a few.

Now Certified in Perinatal Mental Health and a Fair Play Method facilitator! Sometimes you need someone to help you do it on your own. Reading this bio means you're still looking for the right fit, someone you click with, with whom conversation flows easily. If that's not a crucial part of a therapeutic relationship, I don't know what is. My breadth of experience affords me special insight into fertility, perinatal/postpartum struggles, chronic illness, and military life.
Now Certified in Perinatal Mental Health and a Fair Play Method facilitator! Sometimes you need someone to help you do it on your own. Reading this bio means you're still looking for the right fit, someone you click with, with whom conversation flows easily. If that's not a crucial part of a therapeutic relationship, I don't know what is. My breadth of experience affords me special insight into fertility, perinatal/postpartum struggles, chronic illness, and military life.

Kathryn Shaffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Offering Weekend hours - I am a professional Social Worker specializing in death, dying, bereavement, and chronic and persistent physical debilities as well as mental health issues. I have extensive experience working with issues related to chronic and life limiting illness, chronic pain, aging, and dementia, and caring for the needs of the dying at end of life. Other experience includes working with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, and coping skills. My therapeutic approaches are rooted in Narrative, Existential, and Psychodynamic therapy.
Offering Weekend hours - I am a professional Social Worker specializing in death, dying, bereavement, and chronic and persistent physical debilities as well as mental health issues. I have extensive experience working with issues related to chronic and life limiting illness, chronic pain, aging, and dementia, and caring for the needs of the dying at end of life. Other experience includes working with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, self-esteem, trauma, and coping skills. My therapeutic approaches are rooted in Narrative, Existential, and Psychodynamic therapy.

Kathryn T. Battles
Counselor, MPS, LCMHC, LADC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
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.
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.

Heidi L Weaver
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Currently Waitlisting new clients. 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.
Currently Waitlisting new clients. 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.

As a Registered Psychotherapist, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Clinical Certified Hypnotherapist, I am passionate about guiding individuals toward personal growth, self-discovery, and lasting change.
As a Registered Psychotherapist, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Clinical Certified Hypnotherapist, I am passionate about guiding individuals toward personal growth, self-discovery, and lasting change.

Tired of therapy that lasts forever!? Leading edge neuroplasticity science often makes it signficantly better in 1-3 session with Rapid Transformational Therapy. Use RAPID Transformational Therapy to upgrade, update, re-program and re-code your mind’s software to have the life you prefer. RTT is an internationally, multiply awarded process recognized to go directly and quickly to root causes on a subconscious level. Develop permanent, life-changing tools and perspectives. Anxiety, depression, phobias, eating disorders, addictions, and more, along with many physical symptoms, often respond rapidly; many find relief quickly.
Tired of therapy that lasts forever!? Leading edge neuroplasticity science often makes it signficantly better in 1-3 session with Rapid Transformational Therapy. Use RAPID Transformational Therapy to upgrade, update, re-program and re-code your mind’s software to have the life you prefer. RTT is an internationally, multiply awarded process recognized to go directly and quickly to root causes on a subconscious level. Develop permanent, life-changing tools and perspectives. Anxiety, depression, phobias, eating disorders, addictions, and more, along with many physical symptoms, often respond rapidly; many find relief quickly.

Currently have limited daytime slots.
I am here as a support for clients to unload whatever may be going on in their lives. Throughout our therapeutic relationship, we will develop and work towards goals that will essentially lead to living a happier, healthier life, whatever that may look like to each individual client. Feeling comfortable, calm, relaxed and at ease throughout the therapeutic process is very important in session with me as your therapist. More often than not life can become overwhelming and complicated. We as individuals may benefit from developing skills and techniques to help us better cope.
Currently have limited daytime slots.
I am here as a support for clients to unload whatever may be going on in their lives. Throughout our therapeutic relationship, we will develop and work towards goals that will essentially lead to living a happier, healthier life, whatever that may look like to each individual client. Feeling comfortable, calm, relaxed and at ease throughout the therapeutic process is very important in session with me as your therapist. More often than not life can become overwhelming and complicated. We as individuals may benefit from developing skills and techniques to help us better cope.
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I chose the name 'Voyagers' for this practice because I feel we are all on a journey together traveling through time and space. I picture the metaphor of a ship navigating the open sea, riding the waves just as we do in our lives. Realistically, there will always be unavoidable waves in our lives- some larger than others- and sometimes we need a helping hand to voyage through, safely, in a way that embraces our unique individuality. I have several years of formal experience working with youth and families in various systems of care, and made the transition to private practice in Early 2023.
I chose the name 'Voyagers' for this practice because I feel we are all on a journey together traveling through time and space. I picture the metaphor of a ship navigating the open sea, riding the waves just as we do in our lives. Realistically, there will always be unavoidable waves in our lives- some larger than others- and sometimes we need a helping hand to voyage through, safely, in a way that embraces our unique individuality. I have several years of formal experience working with youth and families in various systems of care, and made the transition to private practice in Early 2023.

Hilary G Pearce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Waitlist for new clients
Hilary is an experienced clinician specializing in helping individuals navigate complex emotional and life challenges. With a focus on creating a compassionate and supportive environment, Hilary empowers her clients to learn, heal, and grow. She is dedicated to helping you develop the confidence and skills needed to manage life's challenges with resilience. Choose a short-term, intensive process or take your time exploring old patterns, developing new insights. Hilary adapts her process to the format that works best for you.
Hilary is an experienced clinician specializing in helping individuals navigate complex emotional and life challenges. With a focus on creating a compassionate and supportive environment, Hilary empowers her clients to learn, heal, and grow. She is dedicated to helping you develop the confidence and skills needed to manage life's challenges with resilience. Choose a short-term, intensive process or take your time exploring old patterns, developing new insights. Hilary adapts her process to the format that works best for you.

The work you do with me should heal on two levels: The first is the deeper level where we form a relationship with ourselves and the second is where we form relationships with others, so you can be more comfortable and clear in your daily life. I have extensive experience in both mental health and substance use issues and treated adults and adolescents. I have been supervised and trained in both pre and post-graduate settings in individual, group, family, and couples counseling therapy. I have experience working with a wide range of psychological issues including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use.
The work you do with me should heal on two levels: The first is the deeper level where we form a relationship with ourselves and the second is where we form relationships with others, so you can be more comfortable and clear in your daily life. I have extensive experience in both mental health and substance use issues and treated adults and adolescents. I have been supervised and trained in both pre and post-graduate settings in individual, group, family, and couples counseling therapy. I have experience working with a wide range of psychological issues including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use.

Dr. Shelley A Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC-S, LPC-TX, LPC-CT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Online Only
Welcome! I am Shelley Jackson and am looking forward to meeting you. I have over 20 years counseling experience working with children and adults. I believe in the inherent good in all people and want to help you live a life worth living. I treat my clients, whether adults or children, with deep respect and offer you a safe place in which to process your problems. I offer you my unconditional positive regard and genuineness as a person. I believe our relationship is the most important part of counseling and to that end I bring 100% of myself into our sessions.
Welcome! I am Shelley Jackson and am looking forward to meeting you. I have over 20 years counseling experience working with children and adults. I believe in the inherent good in all people and want to help you live a life worth living. I treat my clients, whether adults or children, with deep respect and offer you a safe place in which to process your problems. I offer you my unconditional positive regard and genuineness as a person. I believe our relationship is the most important part of counseling and to that end I bring 100% of myself into our sessions.

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.

I am a student intern participating in field experiences for my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Southern New Hampshire University. I am under supervision by Stephanie McCarthy, LICSW at my field site, along with my faculty supervisor, Dr. Dempster. I believe that all individuals have the innate capacity for positive change, and I am ready to guide you in uncovering your strengths and navigating life’s challenges. I am passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment where growth and emotional well-being are prioritized. I am committed to walking alongside you in your journey of self-discovery.
I am a student intern participating in field experiences for my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Southern New Hampshire University. I am under supervision by Stephanie McCarthy, LICSW at my field site, along with my faculty supervisor, Dr. Dempster. I believe that all individuals have the innate capacity for positive change, and I am ready to guide you in uncovering your strengths and navigating life’s challenges. I am passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment where growth and emotional well-being are prioritized. I am committed to walking alongside you in your journey of self-discovery.

Covid-19 support and protocol ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: WEEKEND, EVENING, DAY & ONLINE APPOINTMENTS. Monday, Wednesday,Thursday, Friday and Sundays. Hours 10am to 5p If you have challenges in your life that you need help resolving, contact me for a free phone consultation. You will discover that when I work with you, you are not just a client, you are an individual. Together, we would develop a plan to improve your life in a manner that is right for you. My specializations include grief & loss, anxiety, effective communication for couples and more. If you are ready to make meaningful changes in your life, contact me. I am here to help.
Covid-19 support and protocol ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS: WEEKEND, EVENING, DAY & ONLINE APPOINTMENTS. Monday, Wednesday,Thursday, Friday and Sundays. Hours 10am to 5p If you have challenges in your life that you need help resolving, contact me for a free phone consultation. You will discover that when I work with you, you are not just a client, you are an individual. Together, we would develop a plan to improve your life in a manner that is right for you. My specializations include grief & loss, anxiety, effective communication for couples and more. If you are ready to make meaningful changes in your life, contact me. I am here to help.

No current openings. Hello and welcome. I have been in private practice for 4 yrs. Before that, I worked as a therapist in the school system for 19 yrs. I look forward to meeting clients where they are and facilitating the journey to where they want to be. I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and or trauma, perspective adoptive parents, adoptive parents, adopted children, and members of the LGBTQ community. I have extensive professional and personal experiences in these areas.
No current openings. Hello and welcome. I have been in private practice for 4 yrs. Before that, I worked as a therapist in the school system for 19 yrs. I look forward to meeting clients where they are and facilitating the journey to where they want to be. I have worked with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, and or trauma, perspective adoptive parents, adoptive parents, adopted children, and members of the LGBTQ community. I have extensive professional and personal experiences in these areas.

As a compassionate and client-centered therapist, I am committed to creating a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and aspirations. Whether you’re navigating identity, relationships, or self-acceptance, I am here to support you unconditionally. Together, we’ll uncover practical strategies and empower you to overcome challenges. Let’s focus on solutions, resilience, and growth. Your well-being is my priority.
As a compassionate and client-centered therapist, I am committed to creating a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and aspirations. Whether you’re navigating identity, relationships, or self-acceptance, I am here to support you unconditionally. Together, we’ll uncover practical strategies and empower you to overcome challenges. Let’s focus on solutions, resilience, and growth. Your well-being is my priority.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Franklin County, VT
80+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Franklin County, VT who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
88% | Depression |
77% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Grief |
67% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Stress |
Average years in practice
9 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
93% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
79% | Medicaid |
75% | MVP Health Care |
How Therapists in Franklin County, VT see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
73% | Female | |
27% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Franklin County?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.