Trauma Focused Therapists in Norwich, VT

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Nicole Maresca
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
I draw from a variety of treatment models including CBT, DBT, and trauma focused models.
Welcome. I believe that seeking therapy is a sign of strength and that it takes courage to reach out for support. Whether you are struggling with specific issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, or you are striving for personal growth, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you feel truly heard and validated. Though we each have unique experiences and circumstances, it’s important to know that you are not alone. I am here to offer a compassionate and empathetic environment to help you navigate challenges, gain personal insight, and work towards meaningful growth and healing.
I draw from a variety of treatment models including CBT, DBT, and trauma focused models.
Welcome. I believe that seeking therapy is a sign of strength and that it takes courage to reach out for support. Whether you are struggling with specific issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties, or you are striving for personal growth, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive space where you feel truly heard and validated. Though we each have unique experiences and circumstances, it’s important to know that you are not alone. I am here to offer a compassionate and empathetic environment to help you navigate challenges, gain personal insight, and work towards meaningful growth and healing.
(802) 454-3319 View (802) 454-3319
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Laurel Cooney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
My sessions are infused with curiosity, warmth, humor, and compassion to ensure you feel safe, supported, and empowered. I support clients in skillfully managing stress, navigating their inner complexities, and deepening and expanding their capacity to navigate issues like performance, identity, values, sexuality, and relationships. I create a comfortable and containing place to process unresolved traumas within clients' tolerances. I have extensive experience working with adults with ADHD, helping them understand and embrace their unique brains, reduce shame and self-blame, and develop strategies for mastery and well-being.
My sessions are infused with curiosity, warmth, humor, and compassion to ensure you feel safe, supported, and empowered. I support clients in skillfully managing stress, navigating their inner complexities, and deepening and expanding their capacity to navigate issues like performance, identity, values, sexuality, and relationships. I create a comfortable and containing place to process unresolved traumas within clients' tolerances. I have extensive experience working with adults with ADHD, helping them understand and embrace their unique brains, reduce shame and self-blame, and develop strategies for mastery and well-being.
(802) 471-2406 View (802) 471-2406
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Nancy Forsythe Harrington, M.Ed., LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
Deciding to work with a therapist is an important step. Finding the right therapist can be challenging. My style is one of openness and curiosity, bringing the most current theories and perspectives in psychotherapy to my work with couples and individuals. Continually learning from the explosion of knowledge happening in the world of the body, emotions, and brain, I teach my patients about how the brain works to regulate their emotions. I've trained extensively throughout the past 30 years to incorporate highly effective therapy methods into my clinical practice (described below).
Deciding to work with a therapist is an important step. Finding the right therapist can be challenging. My style is one of openness and curiosity, bringing the most current theories and perspectives in psychotherapy to my work with couples and individuals. Continually learning from the explosion of knowledge happening in the world of the body, emotions, and brain, I teach my patients about how the brain works to regulate their emotions. I've trained extensively throughout the past 30 years to incorporate highly effective therapy methods into my clinical practice (described below).
(802) 553-3809 View (802) 553-3809
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Wendy E. Baxter
Counselor, LCMHC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Cairn Counseling: We are all on a journey. Sometimes you can feel like you’ve hit a dead end or are at a crossroad unsure how to move forward. Cairns mark the trail just as therapy can help you find your path to inner wisdom, growth, and peace. Our task together is to develop the skills needed to navigate the terrain and weather the storms as we also discover joy in the moments along the way.
Cairn Counseling: We are all on a journey. Sometimes you can feel like you’ve hit a dead end or are at a crossroad unsure how to move forward. Cairns mark the trail just as therapy can help you find your path to inner wisdom, growth, and peace. Our task together is to develop the skills needed to navigate the terrain and weather the storms as we also discover joy in the moments along the way.
(802) 327-8278 View (802) 327-8278
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Nick Doolittle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is about healing. It's about bringing careful attention to emotional wounds (both old and new) and working with the difficult mental/emotional patterns that interfere with our ability to be healthy and happy. In my practice, I create a client-centered, safe, and confidential environment that makes this work both possible and rewarding. I participate fully in the client's process, holding the space that can allow healing to occur. Most would describe my style as interactive and relational. Depending on the client and presenting need, my treatment modality ranges between Cognitive-Behavioral, mindfulness-based, and psychodynamic.
Therapy is about healing. It's about bringing careful attention to emotional wounds (both old and new) and working with the difficult mental/emotional patterns that interfere with our ability to be healthy and happy. In my practice, I create a client-centered, safe, and confidential environment that makes this work both possible and rewarding. I participate fully in the client's process, holding the space that can allow healing to occur. Most would describe my style as interactive and relational. Depending on the client and presenting need, my treatment modality ranges between Cognitive-Behavioral, mindfulness-based, and psychodynamic.
(724) 987-5643 View (724) 987-5643
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Kathy Briand
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norwich, VT 05055
I support adults feeling overwhelmed by the stress of day to day life, particularly through moments when it feels insurmountable. Everyone deserves space to process all they’re going through and I offer one where you can feel supported and heard, free from judgment. I work with individuals facing a range of challenges including anxiety, life transitions, managing challenging family relationships, and developing healthy boundaries, to name a few. We work together to uncover patterns and behaviors that leave you feeling stuck and find the moments when unkind thoughts and beliefs have taken the place of self-compassion.
I support adults feeling overwhelmed by the stress of day to day life, particularly through moments when it feels insurmountable. Everyone deserves space to process all they’re going through and I offer one where you can feel supported and heard, free from judgment. I work with individuals facing a range of challenges including anxiety, life transitions, managing challenging family relationships, and developing healthy boundaries, to name a few. We work together to uncover patterns and behaviors that leave you feeling stuck and find the moments when unkind thoughts and beliefs have taken the place of self-compassion.
(802) 234-1532 View (802) 234-1532
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Monica J Descamps
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
I'm a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Norwich, Vermont. I work with individuals aged 18 years and older. I am skilled in working with a variety of behavioral health issues including depression, challenging relationships, sexuality, professional and athletic performance, obsessions, compulsions and coping with acute or chronic health problems. I have specialized training in treating posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and stress. I strive to provide a warm, safe and collaborative relationship.
I'm a clinical psychologist with a private practice in Norwich, Vermont. I work with individuals aged 18 years and older. I am skilled in working with a variety of behavioral health issues including depression, challenging relationships, sexuality, professional and athletic performance, obsessions, compulsions and coping with acute or chronic health problems. I have specialized training in treating posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and stress. I strive to provide a warm, safe and collaborative relationship.
(802) 231-2295 View (802) 231-2295
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Vicky Fish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwich, VT 05055
Currently not accepting new clients (updated Sept 2024) What gets in the way of you achieving your goals or of feeling a sense of joy? How do you want this day to unfold? My goal is to create a safe space to work together to uncover your strengths. I believe that you already have what you need inside of you. I am a warm and compassionate listener. I will work collaboratively with you, using evidenced based and creative strategies.
Currently not accepting new clients (updated Sept 2024) What gets in the way of you achieving your goals or of feeling a sense of joy? How do you want this day to unfold? My goal is to create a safe space to work together to uncover your strengths. I believe that you already have what you need inside of you. I am a warm and compassionate listener. I will work collaboratively with you, using evidenced based and creative strategies.
(833) 731-0154 View (833) 731-0154
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Gloria Zahka
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Online Only
Cultivating Compassion-Nurturing Resilience-Encouraging Creativity
Cultivating Compassion-Nurturing Resilience-Encouraging Creativity
(802) 870-3060 View (802) 870-3060
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Pamela Kneisel
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
I strive to have clients feel safe and accepted while exploring the difficult issues that bring them to my office. I help some people pursue a deeper understanding of the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that interfere with their living a full and vibrant life. With others we develop strategies designed to address particular issues or change specific challenging behaviors. Much of my work explores connections between early life experiences and current functioning. Specific issues such as anxiety, trauma, or loss have unique strategies that are effective and they are introduced as needed.
I strive to have clients feel safe and accepted while exploring the difficult issues that bring them to my office. I help some people pursue a deeper understanding of the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that interfere with their living a full and vibrant life. With others we develop strategies designed to address particular issues or change specific challenging behaviors. Much of my work explores connections between early life experiences and current functioning. Specific issues such as anxiety, trauma, or loss have unique strategies that are effective and they are introduced as needed.
(603) 605-0945 View (603) 605-0945
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The Family Place
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
Waitlist for new clients
Are you a caregiver seeking therapy to process you or your child's trauma? A pregnant or postpartum parent looking for support? A parenting couple feeling disconnected from each other? A grandparent caring for your grandchild? These are common reasons that families seek therapy at The Family Place. Our therapists provide trauma-informed and strengths-based counseling for children, teens, and caregivers/parents throughout the Upper Valley of VT and NH. We also provide couples counseling to partners raising children. Our team is: Tonya McMurray, LCMHC & Clinical Supervisor, Erin Swasey, LICSW, and Molly Bowen, MFT.
Are you a caregiver seeking therapy to process you or your child's trauma? A pregnant or postpartum parent looking for support? A parenting couple feeling disconnected from each other? A grandparent caring for your grandchild? These are common reasons that families seek therapy at The Family Place. Our therapists provide trauma-informed and strengths-based counseling for children, teens, and caregivers/parents throughout the Upper Valley of VT and NH. We also provide couples counseling to partners raising children. Our team is: Tonya McMurray, LCMHC & Clinical Supervisor, Erin Swasey, LICSW, and Molly Bowen, MFT.
(802) 644-3288 View (802) 644-3288
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Allie West
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I can help you get to the root of overthinking, doubting yourself, anxiety, sadness, and being stuck repeating the same past issues and patterns and transform it so you can finally get past it and move forward. Or if you're in a transition or going through a tough time and not sure what to do or how to cope, I can help you learn how to change what you have influence over and cope with what you don't so you can get unstuck, feel better, confident, and live the life you want.
I can help you get to the root of overthinking, doubting yourself, anxiety, sadness, and being stuck repeating the same past issues and patterns and transform it so you can finally get past it and move forward. Or if you're in a transition or going through a tough time and not sure what to do or how to cope, I can help you learn how to change what you have influence over and cope with what you don't so you can get unstuck, feel better, confident, and live the life you want.
(802) 625-6677 View (802) 625-6677
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Maria Velasco Fontaine
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I meet people where they are so we can begin the journey towards a more healthy and productive life. As a bicultural, bilingual clinician, I am well aware of how important cultural and family norms are and what role these play in our daily lives. I am sensitive to inter-generational conflicts that arise due to acculturation issues. Experience working with maternal wellness, teen & adults. Envisioning a rich and rewarding life can be challenging when you are overcome by either longstanding or daily problems.
I meet people where they are so we can begin the journey towards a more healthy and productive life. As a bicultural, bilingual clinician, I am well aware of how important cultural and family norms are and what role these play in our daily lives. I am sensitive to inter-generational conflicts that arise due to acculturation issues. Experience working with maternal wellness, teen & adults. Envisioning a rich and rewarding life can be challenging when you are overcome by either longstanding or daily problems.
(813) 607-5202 View (813) 607-5202
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Brita S. Reed Lucey
Psychologist, PsyD, MD, MTS
Verified Verified
Norwich, VT 05055
For over 35 years, as both a fertility psychologist and OB/GYN with a strong interest in infertility, I have loved helping people on their fertility journey. Are you on a fertility journey? Have you experienced obstacles along the way? Perhaps nothing is as disempowering as struggling with fertility. For many of us, issues with fertility mark the first time that we've wanted our bodies to do something that they seem not capable of doing. Challenges with fertility are traumatic experiences. Is it any wonder why we may be struggling?
For over 35 years, as both a fertility psychologist and OB/GYN with a strong interest in infertility, I have loved helping people on their fertility journey. Are you on a fertility journey? Have you experienced obstacles along the way? Perhaps nothing is as disempowering as struggling with fertility. For many of us, issues with fertility mark the first time that we've wanted our bodies to do something that they seem not capable of doing. Challenges with fertility are traumatic experiences. Is it any wonder why we may be struggling?
(470) 828-2085 View (470) 828-2085
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Victoria Pekhnik
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Norwich, VT 05055
Welcome, dear one! There is a place within you- wise, whole, untouched by pain- waiting to be remembered. In our work together, I offer a sanctuary for your healing journey, blending effectiveness of Internal Family System (IFS) and EMDR with the gentle yet powerful energy of Reiki. This eclectic approach allows for a deeper understanding of how your past experiences are stored not just in your thoughts, but in your body and energy system. Healing is not about fixing what is broken, it is about remembering what has always been whole, awaking the innate intelligence within you.
Welcome, dear one! There is a place within you- wise, whole, untouched by pain- waiting to be remembered. In our work together, I offer a sanctuary for your healing journey, blending effectiveness of Internal Family System (IFS) and EMDR with the gentle yet powerful energy of Reiki. This eclectic approach allows for a deeper understanding of how your past experiences are stored not just in your thoughts, but in your body and energy system. Healing is not about fixing what is broken, it is about remembering what has always been whole, awaking the innate intelligence within you.
(203) 439-4181 View (203) 439-4181
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Aims Beardslee
Counselor, LMHC, EdS, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are seeking a neurodivergent affirming autism/ADHD assessment OR self-diagnosis consultation with an AuDHD therapist who specializes in recognizing/diagnosing adults who have been overlooked and/or misdiagnosed- including those who were assigned female at birth (AFAB), transgender/nonbinary/gender diverse people, high masking individuals, BIPOC individuals, and women- then you have absolutely arrived at the right place, and I am so glad you are here!
If you are seeking a neurodivergent affirming autism/ADHD assessment OR self-diagnosis consultation with an AuDHD therapist who specializes in recognizing/diagnosing adults who have been overlooked and/or misdiagnosed- including those who were assigned female at birth (AFAB), transgender/nonbinary/gender diverse people, high masking individuals, BIPOC individuals, and women- then you have absolutely arrived at the right place, and I am so glad you are here!
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Elizabeth Hammond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
Your relationship with food and your body has taken over your life, and you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and alone. You may be fed up with the shame, tired of having no control, or sick of feeling isolated. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to leave the eating disorder behind. You want to feel confident and in control of your emotions. Most of all, you’re ready to reconnect with yourself.
Your relationship with food and your body has taken over your life, and you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and alone. You may be fed up with the shame, tired of having no control, or sick of feeling isolated. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to leave the eating disorder behind. You want to feel confident and in control of your emotions. Most of all, you’re ready to reconnect with yourself.
(802) 896-8405 View (802) 896-8405
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Marriage Quest
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Is your marriage in trouble? Have you been trying to find a good solution and haven't found the right help yet? No one is ever taught how to be in a healthy romantic relationship, so it's not surprising that 50% of marriages end in divorce while another 30% of couples report significant challenges. If you have been struggling with communication issues, resentment, an affair, or a sexless marriage, then I can help. Unfortunately, almost half of the couples who get divorced report they regret it later. So before you make such an important decision about your future, let me help you give your marriage the best chance at success.
Is your marriage in trouble? Have you been trying to find a good solution and haven't found the right help yet? No one is ever taught how to be in a healthy romantic relationship, so it's not surprising that 50% of marriages end in divorce while another 30% of couples report significant challenges. If you have been struggling with communication issues, resentment, an affair, or a sexless marriage, then I can help. Unfortunately, almost half of the couples who get divorced report they regret it later. So before you make such an important decision about your future, let me help you give your marriage the best chance at success.
(802) 300-3609 View (802) 300-3609
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Jennie Russell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing life challenges and are seeking to overcome them through meaningful personal growth. I support clients through compassionate self-reflection to identify patterns and behaviors that no longer serve them. Through this process, deep personal growth and greater self-awareness is possible. I emphasize each individual's unique personal strengths and values to help them find deeper meaning, ease, and joy in life. I work with couples to identify areas of challenge within their relationship and to cultivate skills to navigate life as partners together.
I work with individuals and couples who are experiencing life challenges and are seeking to overcome them through meaningful personal growth. I support clients through compassionate self-reflection to identify patterns and behaviors that no longer serve them. Through this process, deep personal growth and greater self-awareness is possible. I emphasize each individual's unique personal strengths and values to help them find deeper meaning, ease, and joy in life. I work with couples to identify areas of challenge within their relationship and to cultivate skills to navigate life as partners together.
(802) 214-7423 View (802) 214-7423
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Anna C Maling
Counselor, MA, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you feel like your experience doesn’t fit into a neat box? Feeling overwhelmed, lost, or not quite like yourself? I support new and "seasoned" parents, grieving hearts, and anyone navigating life’s messier moments. Whether you're adjusting to a major change or carrying the immense weight of loss, I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space to process, heal, and reconnect. Now offering in-person nature-based sessions—including equine-assisted therapy in Bel Air, MD. Come rediscover yourself.
Do you feel like your experience doesn’t fit into a neat box? Feeling overwhelmed, lost, or not quite like yourself? I support new and "seasoned" parents, grieving hearts, and anyone navigating life’s messier moments. Whether you're adjusting to a major change or carrying the immense weight of loss, I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space to process, heal, and reconnect. Now offering in-person nature-based sessions—including equine-assisted therapy in Bel Air, MD. Come rediscover yourself.
(443) 903-2588 View (443) 903-2588
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