Substance Use Therapists in Pownal, VT
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, addictions counseling, and navigating life’s challenges. I believe that you are the expert of your own story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming stressors and life situations that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, addictions counseling, and navigating life’s challenges. I believe that you are the expert of your own story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming stressors and life situations that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
It can be a daunting process to find a therapist you can connect with, trust, and where you can experience real and lasting change. I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating gender identity, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, climate anxiety, relationship challenges, and other life issues. Using a variety of modalities, including EMDR and polyvagal therapy, we work together to design and implement a treatment plan that is as unique as you are. I am committed to my clients and care deeply about helping them achieve positive outcomes through therapy. Telehealth sessions available for residents of VT and TN.
It can be a daunting process to find a therapist you can connect with, trust, and where you can experience real and lasting change. I work with adolescents and adults who are navigating gender identity, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, climate anxiety, relationship challenges, and other life issues. Using a variety of modalities, including EMDR and polyvagal therapy, we work together to design and implement a treatment plan that is as unique as you are. I am committed to my clients and care deeply about helping them achieve positive outcomes through therapy. Telehealth sessions available for residents of VT and TN.
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Offering in-person in VT & telehealth NY Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or others? Does your life feel unbalanced and relationships feel strained? Is this source of unrest and discomfort evident in your daily life; perhaps reflected in relationships with your children, spouse, partner, or friends? Sometimes significant life events can dramatically change the course of your life. Other times you may be confused and unaware of how you ended up on your current path. If you clicked on this page, you recognize that you want change. I believe in your innate ability to heal and achieve a sense of wholeness and wellbeing.
Offering in-person in VT & telehealth NY Are you feeling disconnected from yourself or others? Does your life feel unbalanced and relationships feel strained? Is this source of unrest and discomfort evident in your daily life; perhaps reflected in relationships with your children, spouse, partner, or friends? Sometimes significant life events can dramatically change the course of your life. Other times you may be confused and unaware of how you ended up on your current path. If you clicked on this page, you recognize that you want change. I believe in your innate ability to heal and achieve a sense of wholeness and wellbeing.
I want to share something important about who I am. I live with cerebral palsy, and that experience has deeply shaped my perspective, resilience, and the way I show up in the world. It has strengthened my empathy, sharpened my determination, and fueled the passion I bring to my work every day. I also believe that humor is an essential part of healing and connection—so if you appreciate a genuine laugh along the way, we’ll likely work well together.
I want to share something important about who I am. I live with cerebral palsy, and that experience has deeply shaped my perspective, resilience, and the way I show up in the world. It has strengthened my empathy, sharpened my determination, and fueled the passion I bring to my work every day. I also believe that humor is an essential part of healing and connection—so if you appreciate a genuine laugh along the way, we’ll likely work well together.
Today's crazy pace of life as well as the stresses of family, money, school, employment, and politics, it is no wonder more and more people are looking for therapeutic support to find balance in their lives. I will strive to help you find that balance, working with and building on your strengths, already present within you, but lost in the chaos of present day life in a safe, supportive environment. We will work to build coping skills to deal with every day life, when things get tough. Life is full of ups and downs. You can learn new ways to shift your perception, to build on the strengths and positives.
Today's crazy pace of life as well as the stresses of family, money, school, employment, and politics, it is no wonder more and more people are looking for therapeutic support to find balance in their lives. I will strive to help you find that balance, working with and building on your strengths, already present within you, but lost in the chaos of present day life in a safe, supportive environment. We will work to build coping skills to deal with every day life, when things get tough. Life is full of ups and downs. You can learn new ways to shift your perception, to build on the strengths and positives.
Ideal client: families with adult children, couples, individuals seeking support with relationships or life transitions; folks considering gender transition interventions who desire to make informed decisions. (Note: I do not write letters of recommendation for gender-affirming medical tx.; I will sometimes make referrals.) I believe health and happiness exists when people feel their feelings, discover safety and connection in the present, continuously learn about their environment, take care of their bodies, trust their power and/or a Higher Power to create a life that mirrors the Love that they are, and question their thoughts.
Ideal client: families with adult children, couples, individuals seeking support with relationships or life transitions; folks considering gender transition interventions who desire to make informed decisions. (Note: I do not write letters of recommendation for gender-affirming medical tx.; I will sometimes make referrals.) I believe health and happiness exists when people feel their feelings, discover safety and connection in the present, continuously learn about their environment, take care of their bodies, trust their power and/or a Higher Power to create a life that mirrors the Love that they are, and question their thoughts.
Do you feel like life is always overwhelming? Do you feel alone? Are you using distractions (substances, food, devices) to soothe yourself which is causing more suffering instead of bringing relief? Our culture today pushes for faster, better, stronger which can be painful. It leads to patterns and behaviors that cut us off from experiencing freedom, joy and ease. I work with teenagers and adults who have found that their "old ways" are more causing more suffering than comfort and they are ready to open to something new.
Do you feel like life is always overwhelming? Do you feel alone? Are you using distractions (substances, food, devices) to soothe yourself which is causing more suffering instead of bringing relief? Our culture today pushes for faster, better, stronger which can be painful. It leads to patterns and behaviors that cut us off from experiencing freedom, joy and ease. I work with teenagers and adults who have found that their "old ways" are more causing more suffering than comfort and they are ready to open to something new.
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.
Before I started my counseling journey, I worked with survivors of domestic violence and individuals with substance use disorder.
My goal is to provide a compassionate, affirming, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel safe exploring your experiences and moving toward meaningful change. Therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, heal, and reconnect with yourself.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, ADHD, ASD, relationship challenges, identity development, and major life transitions.
Before I started my counseling journey, I worked with survivors of domestic violence and individuals with substance use disorder.
My goal is to provide a compassionate, affirming, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel safe exploring your experiences and moving toward meaningful change. Therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, heal, and reconnect with yourself.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, ADHD, ASD, relationship challenges, identity development, and major life transitions.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) licensed in NY, NJ, CT, FL, & VT specializing in helping individuals and couples heal from compulsive sexual behavior, betrayal trauma, and intimacy disorders. I provide support that is direct, compassionate, and rooted in evidence-based approaches.
My practice also focuses on anxiety, trauma, identity development, and relationship dynamics with a particular passion for supporting people in recovery, LGBTQ+ clients, and professionals navigating burnout or life transitions.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) licensed in NY, NJ, CT, FL, & VT specializing in helping individuals and couples heal from compulsive sexual behavior, betrayal trauma, and intimacy disorders. I provide support that is direct, compassionate, and rooted in evidence-based approaches.
My practice also focuses on anxiety, trauma, identity development, and relationship dynamics with a particular passion for supporting people in recovery, LGBTQ+ clients, and professionals navigating burnout or life transitions.
Being in the throes of an eating disorder can make you feel all alone. It can feel like you are trapped in a prison that you want to escape from so badly and stay in at the same time. The idea of life without your eating disorder can feel terrifying, unsafe and unprotected. At the same time the idea of a lifetime with it can feel crushing.
I am a certified eating disorder specialist. Who has worked at both higher levels of care and lower levels of care treating eating disorders for the last 12 years.
Being in the throes of an eating disorder can make you feel all alone. It can feel like you are trapped in a prison that you want to escape from so badly and stay in at the same time. The idea of life without your eating disorder can feel terrifying, unsafe and unprotected. At the same time the idea of a lifetime with it can feel crushing.
I am a certified eating disorder specialist. Who has worked at both higher levels of care and lower levels of care treating eating disorders for the last 12 years.
I have have been a Clinical Social Worker for 25 years in addition to being a Drug and Alcohol Counselor for 6 years. I believe in harm reduction as well as 12 Step Programs. l have been working with at risk populations and oppositional teens for 35 years and have a broad spectrum of clients. I work with Depression, PTSD, Anxiety and Anger. I believe we all have a story to tell and I try to help my clients separate fact from fiction. My goal is to help clients feel authentic and live comfortably in their own skin.
I have have been a Clinical Social Worker for 25 years in addition to being a Drug and Alcohol Counselor for 6 years. I believe in harm reduction as well as 12 Step Programs. l have been working with at risk populations and oppositional teens for 35 years and have a broad spectrum of clients. I work with Depression, PTSD, Anxiety and Anger. I believe we all have a story to tell and I try to help my clients separate fact from fiction. My goal is to help clients feel authentic and live comfortably in their own skin.
First off, if you're reading this because you've reached the point in your life where you're ready to do some work on you congratulations, because actually asking for that help is one of the most courageous things we can do for ourselves. The past couple years has taken a toll on our first responders, nurses, teachers, mental health professionals and so many others who seem as though they've lost their way. Have you lost that balance between your personal life and your professional life? Burned out? Have these feelings or others impacted your relationships? I'd really like to hear more and see if I can help you gain some traction!
First off, if you're reading this because you've reached the point in your life where you're ready to do some work on you congratulations, because actually asking for that help is one of the most courageous things we can do for ourselves. The past couple years has taken a toll on our first responders, nurses, teachers, mental health professionals and so many others who seem as though they've lost their way. Have you lost that balance between your personal life and your professional life? Burned out? Have these feelings or others impacted your relationships? I'd really like to hear more and see if I can help you gain some traction!
I work closely with my clients to build relationships based upon mutual trust and respect, together creating a therapeutic environment in which they can feel safe and understood. My work is focused on children and adolescents, although I also work with adults. I am trained in a variety of treatment approaches, including EMDR, CBT, attachment, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapies. This allows me to choose the best approach for each client. Along with my clients (and their parents, when appropriate), we establish clear treatment goals, and work together to achieve them. Specialties include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD and Trauma.
I work closely with my clients to build relationships based upon mutual trust and respect, together creating a therapeutic environment in which they can feel safe and understood. My work is focused on children and adolescents, although I also work with adults. I am trained in a variety of treatment approaches, including EMDR, CBT, attachment, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapies. This allows me to choose the best approach for each client. Along with my clients (and their parents, when appropriate), we establish clear treatment goals, and work together to achieve them. Specialties include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD and Trauma.
Jennifer A Tattersall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCDP, CBIS
2 Endorsed
West Dover, VT 05356
Only accepting intensives and Ketamine Assisted tx. Despite difficulties in life, I believe people have an amazing amount of resilience and strength. I work to enhance their strength that gets lost when overwhelmed by challenges. Using multiple modalities, individuals move beyond their old story and into the life they desire. I hear from clients that "therapy has never helped me" and clients of mine have achieved their goals. I have specialty training with trauma which, by definition is "a deeply distressing or disturbing experience". I assist people in trusting their innate abilities to make decisions from a healthy perspective.
Only accepting intensives and Ketamine Assisted tx. Despite difficulties in life, I believe people have an amazing amount of resilience and strength. I work to enhance their strength that gets lost when overwhelmed by challenges. Using multiple modalities, individuals move beyond their old story and into the life they desire. I hear from clients that "therapy has never helped me" and clients of mine have achieved their goals. I have specialty training with trauma which, by definition is "a deeply distressing or disturbing experience". I assist people in trusting their innate abilities to make decisions from a healthy perspective.
My ideal client is at a crossroads. They are high functioning but burdened by stress, grief, or identity confusion. They seek more than symptom relief; they long for purpose, integration, and a greater sense of authenticity. Often navigating trauma, a lack of supportive relationships, or nagging existential questions, they need a therapist who holds both a diverse clinical skillset and a deep respect for his clients. Client goals often include minimizing depression or anxiety symptoms, but each individual is unique. Ultimately, clients desire to feel empowered to grow into the best version of themselves. I can help with that.
My ideal client is at a crossroads. They are high functioning but burdened by stress, grief, or identity confusion. They seek more than symptom relief; they long for purpose, integration, and a greater sense of authenticity. Often navigating trauma, a lack of supportive relationships, or nagging existential questions, they need a therapist who holds both a diverse clinical skillset and a deep respect for his clients. Client goals often include minimizing depression or anxiety symptoms, but each individual is unique. Ultimately, clients desire to feel empowered to grow into the best version of themselves. I can help with that.
In the beginning there was fun, excitement and sex in your relationship. Now your relationship has moved to roommate status and you don’t know how to get the spark back.You love your partner but lately things have not felt the same. TV and phones have replaced long conversations and kids take up any “adult” time the two of you can have together. Sometimes you find yourself thinking some pretty negative things about your partner and sometimes they come out of your mouth, which leads to a fight or worse, stoney silence.
In the beginning there was fun, excitement and sex in your relationship. Now your relationship has moved to roommate status and you don’t know how to get the spark back.You love your partner but lately things have not felt the same. TV and phones have replaced long conversations and kids take up any “adult” time the two of you can have together. Sometimes you find yourself thinking some pretty negative things about your partner and sometimes they come out of your mouth, which leads to a fight or worse, stoney silence.
Welcome! I’m a therapist specializing in working with folks going through life transitions. Whether that means working through grief and loss, exploring one's identity, divorce, a career change, starting over in a new place, a medical event that results in a change in lifestyle, or stopping a habit that no longer serves you. I really enjoy helping people discover what gives their life meaning and exploring the big questions. I like getting philosophical! I'm also a big proponent of narrative therapy- owning your story and telling it the way you want to tell it rather than the way people tell it to you.
Welcome! I’m a therapist specializing in working with folks going through life transitions. Whether that means working through grief and loss, exploring one's identity, divorce, a career change, starting over in a new place, a medical event that results in a change in lifestyle, or stopping a habit that no longer serves you. I really enjoy helping people discover what gives their life meaning and exploring the big questions. I like getting philosophical! I'm also a big proponent of narrative therapy- owning your story and telling it the way you want to tell it rather than the way people tell it to you.
Felipe Stetson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Bennington, VT 05201
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, my name is Felipe Stetson, LICSW. I have been practicing since 2002 and have a mature practice in which I see individual adults, couples, and kids and their families. I generally limit my practice with kids to 10 and above.
Hello, my name is Felipe Stetson, LICSW. I have been practicing since 2002 and have a mature practice in which I see individual adults, couples, and kids and their families. I generally limit my practice with kids to 10 and above.
I'm licensed as an LICSW and an LADC, and I offer an open‑minded, accepting approach to psychotherapy, often using humor when it helps. I earned my MSW in 2009 from Smith College, including graduate internships at UVM Medical Center’s inpatient psych unit and the VA in White River Junction. I have practiced in Vermont for nearly 20 years, and I've gained great experience working with people with a range of concerns. This includes community mental health clients, trauma survivors, individuals in recovery, veterans, elders and incarcerated people.
I'm licensed as an LICSW and an LADC, and I offer an open‑minded, accepting approach to psychotherapy, often using humor when it helps. I earned my MSW in 2009 from Smith College, including graduate internships at UVM Medical Center’s inpatient psych unit and the VA in White River Junction. I have practiced in Vermont for nearly 20 years, and I've gained great experience working with people with a range of concerns. This includes community mental health clients, trauma survivors, individuals in recovery, veterans, elders and incarcerated people.
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How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.