Therapists in Grafton, VT

I see a wide variety of people and treat most mental health challenges. I have extensive training in the treatment of: anxiety, trauma, and complex trauma. I am certified in EMDR therapy and have additional training and experience in adapting EMDR therapy for the treatment of a wide range of challenges including dissociative disorders and complex trauma. The underlying theory in my practice is that each individual has the capacity to heal, my work is to collaborate and assist my clients to achieve their goals.

Every one of us is capable of deeply shifting our experience to ultimately live the life we most want. While life events can take us off track, the way we meet those unfolding moments creates our path. Too often we harden, and as we armor ourselves we become cut off from our own extraordinary inner healing capacities. Habitual thoughts and behaviors manifest in response to painful and difficult experiences, clouding our ability to truly see without constraint. We all have the ability to cut through those clouds, to feel more awake and alive, and to become the best version of ourselves.

As a hospice social worker for 9 years, I have supported many individuals and families throughout their experiences with death, dying, and grieving. This has included individuals with terminal illnesses, as well as loved ones struggling with death and loss. I have also provided support to many caregivers as they work at one of the most difficult jobs in existence. I believe strongly in the power of self-care, self-compassion, and setting boundaries, and that these are often missing elements when one is struggling in life. Additionally, I have experience and enjoy working with people with physical disabilities.

I am a dual licensed counselor (Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor AND Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) with a background in Opiate addiction and working with Dual diagnosis patients. I am solution focused and believe a combination of trust, teamwork and the right information is the key to success. Specializing in depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues (couples counseling) AND court mandated counseling/ CRASH/DUI mandated counseling.

You are here as there is a part of you that knows you can live life with more balance, confidence, and joy. Perhaps you have been feeling disconnected from your life or others and may be feeling frustrated that you continue the same patterns of thinking or behaviors that you know aren't serving you well. You may struggle with making decisions or find yourself feeling less tolerate of stress. You may have been through traumatic or significant events which you can sense impact you. You deserve relief and I'm glad you are reaching out for support in getting there.

I am a seasoned therapist of over 20 plus years in private practice, that works with a broad client base such as individual adults, teens, and children but specialize with couples work and family therapy. I am certified in Imago Relationships International. I work with grief and loss for individuals, couples and families. I am certified in Grief and Loss as an educator, training with David Kessler. I am also certified in International work with clients who have gone through war and work with clients that are from the Middle East, Turkey, and Bosnia. I do not specialize working with LGBTQ clients.

I am eclectic in my clinical philosophy and treatment approach, drawing from psychodynamic theories,transpersonal theories and energy psychology. My focus of interest and expertise is working with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress disorders, parent-child problems, relationship issues,family and divorce mediation, transpersonal and psycho-spiritual issues.

I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing social anxiety, depression, or isolation as a result of trauma. At the best of times, rural areas can be challenging places to develop a consistent, meaningful balance between alone time and social engagement. For those suffering from social anxiety, or other effects related to trauma, this task may feel nearly insurmountable. As anxiety-provoking as the idea of starting therapy can be, bringing another person into your experience can start to give your mind a break, and possibly help you discern a next step towards more freedom and engagement in life.

Are you finding yourself "sort of stuck" in your life? Maybe feeling unfulfilled in your endeavors or finding yourself anxious or saddened for apparently no reason at all? Sometimes, discussing your concerns with a non-judgmental, objective therapist can help a person break up logjams in their lives and refocus us on what we believe is important or what we hope to achieve. Or have you been afflicted with depression, anxiety or substance use issues in the past and feel the need to take a fresh look at what is happening now? If so, perhaps I can help you. And I am available to work with you on weekends and holidays, too.

Integrating the body into "mental" health allows greater opportunities for healing. I guide people in accessing wisdom from their body, mind and spirit to move toward health and well being. As a psychotherapist with over thirty years experience working with children, adolescents and adults, individually and in groups, in a variety of settings, I integrate dance, movement, yoga, art and play therapy modalities with verbal psychotherapy for holistic healing.

I am a firm, sensitive and client-focused therapist with many years of experience helping young people and adults from all types of backgrounds throughout the Northeast and Southeast. I received my MSW from Boston University, with advanced clinical training at the Yale University School of Medicine; where I was selected to work as a Family Therapist at the Yale Psychiatric Institute; a pre-eminent teaching hospital; when I was 32. I help clients with individual, family and/or marital and relationship issues, mental health and serious mounting chemical dependency problems.

I usually find that clients managing anxiety, depression, loss and/or addiction are first looking for a compassionate listener with the experience and knowledge that facilitates emerging inner strength. My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental and professional. Frequently my clients have issues with drugs or alcohol and I may work also with their partners, family, or concerned friends. I feel it is critical for everyone involved to know that they are not alone in their struggles, that support and guidance are available and that therapy has helped people feel better than they thought possible.

I'm a newly-minted social worker, but I have decades of experience motivating creative people to chase their dreams--writers, artists, artisans, tradespeople, farmers, and philosophers, I'm here for you!

I strongly believe that each of my clients is the expert on their own life and experiences -- while acknowledging that all of us have times where we can feel like anything but that! Whether you are seeking therapy out of a desire for self-care, self-improvement, or self-discovery, I would welcome the chance to work with you. My role is not to provide advice or to tell you how things are, but to aid you and support you in exploring your own mind and feelings as we work towards your goals. We cannot change the past, but we can find new ways to relate to it, and in doing so, shape our future into whatever we want it to be.

I work collaboratively with adults and children dealing with issues such as trauma and loss, ADHD, anxiety and depression, and chronic pain, utilizing a pragmatic strength-based approach. Certified in EMDR, I also draw upon other mind-body modalities, such as Mindfulness Meditation, DBT, and attachment theory. My approach is grounded in spirituality and informed by over 30 years of participating in and leading mens groups. And it is characterized by a compassionate problem-solving attitude, and fueled by dogged determination and persistant stick-to-it-iveness. I teach clients stress-reduction techniques they can practice at home.

As a psychosynthesis trained counselor, my work with clients emphasizes and supports a process of self discovery, healing and personal fulfillment. Psychosynthesis offers specific methods and tools to help a person overcome obstacles, attune to their own inner voice, and move towards a greater sense of purpose and meaning. Clients discover new possibilities for living, working and relating to the world from a healthier, more authentic sense of self.

Through various techniques, both Western and indigenous, my orientation is to help you access your spiritual essence, your true nature. Sourcing this essence will allow you to get in touch with the wounded parts of yourself with compassion and insight, rather than judgment and rejection. Seeing clearly with compassion into your habitual reactive patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting will expand your awareness and open you up to new possibilities of healing and living. My goal is to help you develop the skill and awareness to become your own skillful guide in healing.

I am seeking adults who want therapy on an outpatient basis. Do you feel that there are things you need to address to live your happiest life? Has therapy seemed intimidating, unapproachable, or unnecessary in the past? Do you need a place to express yourself beyond your family, friends and social connections? Do you need help identifying obstacles or patterns that are keeping you from where you want to be?