Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Pownal, VT
My focus is trauma, anxiety (climate- and other), gender identity, and sexual and relational minorities.
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.
My focus is trauma, anxiety (climate- and other), gender identity, and sexual and relational minorities.
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.
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.
I am a family and marriage therapist licensed in Vermont with over 8 years of experience working as Marriage and Family counselor. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, narrative, and various family therapy models. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I am a family and marriage therapist licensed in Vermont with over 8 years of experience working as Marriage and Family counselor. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, narrative, and various family therapy models. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
Compassionate, respectful and straightforward psychotherapy. I work with people who are struggling with decisions, feelings and situations that may feel unmanageable. This can look like renegotiating your relationship with substance use, exploring relationship stress, learning about boundaries, managing the demands of care-giving, coping with chronic pain and illness, grieving a loss or some combination of all of the above. I do a lot of listening. But therapy also looks like practicing grounding exercises to learn how to calm an anxiety attack, creating a family tree or gaining new insight on the story of your life.
Compassionate, respectful and straightforward psychotherapy. I work with people who are struggling with decisions, feelings and situations that may feel unmanageable. This can look like renegotiating your relationship with substance use, exploring relationship stress, learning about boundaries, managing the demands of care-giving, coping with chronic pain and illness, grieving a loss or some combination of all of the above. I do a lot of listening. But therapy also looks like practicing grounding exercises to learn how to calm an anxiety attack, creating a family tree or gaining new insight on the story of your life.
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Perhaps there are old traumas still lingering or not yet uncovered traumas that might be hovering in the background?
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.
Perhaps there are old traumas still lingering or not yet uncovered traumas that might be hovering in the background?
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.
Ginny Hughes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C
Guilford, VT 05301
Waitlist for new clients
With a trauma informed and social justice lens, I incorporate Somatic Experiencing (SE) , IFS and related mind-body modalities.
Throughout my years of practice my work has been enriched by all the people I have supported to experience their capacity while navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges. Now more than ever, facing day to day challenges can feel even more overwhelming. I believe in each person’s competence and resilience, and I am confident that I can help clients to live life to the fullest with integrity, dignity and courage. I work with families, couples and individuals from diverse backgrounds. LGBTQIA clients are welcome.
With a trauma informed and social justice lens, I incorporate Somatic Experiencing (SE) , IFS and related mind-body modalities.
Throughout my years of practice my work has been enriched by all the people I have supported to experience their capacity while navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges. Now more than ever, facing day to day challenges can feel even more overwhelming. I believe in each person’s competence and resilience, and I am confident that I can help clients to live life to the fullest with integrity, dignity and courage. I work with families, couples and individuals from diverse backgrounds. LGBTQIA clients are welcome.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) I specialize in the treatment of trauma and practice in a manner that provides a supportive environment that encourages and guides clients to expand their capacities and improve their quality of living.
My areas of expertise include Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, other Trauma and Stress Related Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, mood disorders, self-injurious behavior and suicidal ideation. I am focused on providing short- and long-term individualized psychotherapy to my clients.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) I specialize in the treatment of trauma and practice in a manner that provides a supportive environment that encourages and guides clients to expand their capacities and improve their quality of living.
My areas of expertise include Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, other Trauma and Stress Related Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, mood disorders, self-injurious behavior and suicidal ideation. I am focused on providing short- and long-term individualized psychotherapy to my clients.
From a mindfulness approach, I help clients work through trauma, anxiety and depression, gaining a sense of peace in the moment.
I invite clients into a supportive atmosphere where they can share and explore their different emotions, experience empathy, and being fully heard. Clients will develop skills to better manage their upsets, fears, or relational challenges, both past and present. From a mindful perspective, I challenge clients to create a ‘half-full' mindset, to gradually move beyond emotional reactivity or overwhelm. Regardless of the challenge, clients will learn to see the opportunities in life, rather than falling victim to upsets, and will gradually move into a new way of being - one with a renewed sense of possibility, peace, and freedom.
From a mindfulness approach, I help clients work through trauma, anxiety and depression, gaining a sense of peace in the moment.
I invite clients into a supportive atmosphere where they can share and explore their different emotions, experience empathy, and being fully heard. Clients will develop skills to better manage their upsets, fears, or relational challenges, both past and present. From a mindful perspective, I challenge clients to create a ‘half-full' mindset, to gradually move beyond emotional reactivity or overwhelm. Regardless of the challenge, clients will learn to see the opportunities in life, rather than falling victim to upsets, and will gradually move into a new way of being - one with a renewed sense of possibility, peace, and freedom.
Have you experienced trauma, illness, health circumstances or life changes and feeling like previous ways of coping are no longer working?
Who we are today is a product of lived experiences & circumstances, these in turn impact how we experience & cope day to day. Through this lens & at a pace that's right for you, we work together to find a path forward. I'm easy to talk to, experienced, safe, trustworthy & do not judge. I will help you to feel better & we'll even smile along the way.
Have you experienced trauma, illness, health circumstances or life changes and feeling like previous ways of coping are no longer working?
Who we are today is a product of lived experiences & circumstances, these in turn impact how we experience & cope day to day. Through this lens & at a pace that's right for you, we work together to find a path forward. I'm easy to talk to, experienced, safe, trustworthy & do not judge. I will help you to feel better & we'll even smile along the way.
I am trained in a variety of treatment approaches, including EMDR, CBT, attachment, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapies.
I love clinical work because it allows me to directly impact the lives of individuals who are struggling and/or suffering. I help my clients grow through challenges to access their untapped strengths and learn to see their true ability and promise. Watching clients become "unstuck" and able to move forward in a positive way makes this work deeply fulfilling.
I am trained in a variety of treatment approaches, including EMDR, CBT, attachment, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapies.
I love clinical work because it allows me to directly impact the lives of individuals who are struggling and/or suffering. I help my clients grow through challenges to access their untapped strengths and learn to see their true ability and promise. Watching clients become "unstuck" and able to move forward in a positive way makes this work deeply fulfilling.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel.
As a therapist, I am aware all individuals have unique circumstances. Therefore, I will help meet your individual needs based on where you are struggling in life by using interventions best suited for you. As an ally and advocate for those in Georgia and Vermont, I work with clients from all identities and backgrounds. I look forward to meeting with you.
When individuals experience trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel.
As a therapist, I am aware all individuals have unique circumstances. Therefore, I will help meet your individual needs based on where you are struggling in life by using interventions best suited for you. As an ally and advocate for those in Georgia and Vermont, I work with clients from all identities and backgrounds. I look forward to meeting with you.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a central factor in helping people to heal from trauma.
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy. I believe in a harm reduction approach when working with substance use disorders. You can expect to experience empathy, compassion, and open-mindedness in your journey to improve the quality of your life.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a central factor in helping people to heal from trauma.
I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy. I believe in a harm reduction approach when working with substance use disorders. You can expect to experience empathy, compassion, and open-mindedness in your journey to improve the quality of your life.
Whether you're exploring your identity, recovering from trauma, or simply looking for support, my priority is to help you develop long-lasting, effective skills to get you there.
I work primarily with trans/gender-expansive and LGBTQIA+ individuals, and have extensive experience in sexual violence/assault survivor support. I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a 6-24 session trauma recovery technique, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), to support healthy habits and improve your quality of life.
Whether you're exploring your identity, recovering from trauma, or simply looking for support, my priority is to help you develop long-lasting, effective skills to get you there.
I work primarily with trans/gender-expansive and LGBTQIA+ individuals, and have extensive experience in sexual violence/assault survivor support. I am certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a 6-24 session trauma recovery technique, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), to support healthy habits and improve your quality of life.
Joshua Grubb
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Manchester Center, VT 05255
Waitlist for new clients
I have the most success treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Do you ever feel lost, alone, stressed and living in a life you never imagined for yourself? It's a normal human experience to get caught by the hard times in your life, but sometimes you get caught causes you pain and suffering to the point you don't know where to start to make it better. You start to feel like everyday is the same, and you hang on to a hope that life will get better somehow, but it doesn't change. When life begins to feel this way, you feel defeated, hopeless, and drained of energy. Sometimes when the world around you feels like its punishing you, you're forced to examine yourself at a deeper level.
I have the most success treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Do you ever feel lost, alone, stressed and living in a life you never imagined for yourself? It's a normal human experience to get caught by the hard times in your life, but sometimes you get caught causes you pain and suffering to the point you don't know where to start to make it better. You start to feel like everyday is the same, and you hang on to a hope that life will get better somehow, but it doesn't change. When life begins to feel this way, you feel defeated, hopeless, and drained of energy. Sometimes when the world around you feels like its punishing you, you're forced to examine yourself at a deeper level.
Talking about traumas does not work!
Accepting New Clients. Not getting results with talk therapy? Lets help you with AF EMDR, Integrative Mental Health methods, IFS, ACT, Temporal Integration, Inner Child Work, Ego States, DBT, STAIR. I also help individuals with dating, premarital, couples and Family Counseling. If you are looking understand and manage traumatic experiences, child wounds and to improve your relationships I am here to help you go deep into those problems. I offer supportive counseling using Christian concepts and I accept clients of all religions and beliefs. Hypnosis services OOP . I treat sleep disorders using techniques: CBTI, MBTI and ACT .
Talking about traumas does not work!
Accepting New Clients. Not getting results with talk therapy? Lets help you with AF EMDR, Integrative Mental Health methods, IFS, ACT, Temporal Integration, Inner Child Work, Ego States, DBT, STAIR. I also help individuals with dating, premarital, couples and Family Counseling. If you are looking understand and manage traumatic experiences, child wounds and to improve your relationships I am here to help you go deep into those problems. I offer supportive counseling using Christian concepts and I accept clients of all religions and beliefs. Hypnosis services OOP . I treat sleep disorders using techniques: CBTI, MBTI and ACT .
I am a VT, MA and TX licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression along with stress stemming from relationship problems and chronic illness. I believe in utilizing evidence based treatments while recognizing the need to tailor my work to meet individual needs and goals. One of my particular strengths is making patients feel safe and judgement-free during treatment. Together, we make a therapy plan that maximizes gains while ensuring the process is as comfortable and soothing as possible. I am available for in-person treatment in VT and remote virtual therapy for those in MA or TX.
I am a VT, MA and TX licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression along with stress stemming from relationship problems and chronic illness. I believe in utilizing evidence based treatments while recognizing the need to tailor my work to meet individual needs and goals. One of my particular strengths is making patients feel safe and judgement-free during treatment. Together, we make a therapy plan that maximizes gains while ensuring the process is as comfortable and soothing as possible. I am available for in-person treatment in VT and remote virtual therapy for those in MA or TX.
I am certified in EMDR, an evidence-based modality that treats trauma, PTSD and can address many of these symptoms.
Life can be beautiful and it can also be extremely challenging. During hard times, it can really make a difference to have a safe and supportive space. I'm honored to offer an inclusive space where you can be yourself and process the difficult things in life. Sometimes, experiences from our past have more power over our present than we would like them to. Other times, we might not be aware of how our past is influencing us in our daily life, but we may struggle with self-limiting or critical beliefs, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty regulating emotions, and relationship problems.
I am certified in EMDR, an evidence-based modality that treats trauma, PTSD and can address many of these symptoms.
Life can be beautiful and it can also be extremely challenging. During hard times, it can really make a difference to have a safe and supportive space. I'm honored to offer an inclusive space where you can be yourself and process the difficult things in life. Sometimes, experiences from our past have more power over our present than we would like them to. Other times, we might not be aware of how our past is influencing us in our daily life, but we may struggle with self-limiting or critical beliefs, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty regulating emotions, and relationship problems.
I have specialized training and experience in working with healthcare professionals, students (college, graduate, law, medical school), biracial/multiracial individuals, athletes, LGBTQ clients, survivors of sexual abuse and other trauma, law enforcement officers, chronic illness, and postpartum depression.
I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals cope with stress, loss, fear, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adjustment to life changes. I work collaboratively with clients to establish a trusting and supportive relationship, set goals for therapy, build upon strengths to increase confidence and self-esteem, and work toward resolving issues.
I have specialized training and experience in working with healthcare professionals, students (college, graduate, law, medical school), biracial/multiracial individuals, athletes, LGBTQ clients, survivors of sexual abuse and other trauma, law enforcement officers, chronic illness, and postpartum depression.
I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals cope with stress, loss, fear, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adjustment to life changes. I work collaboratively with clients to establish a trusting and supportive relationship, set goals for therapy, build upon strengths to increase confidence and self-esteem, and work toward resolving issues.
I’m a trauma-informed therapist and licensed independent clinical social worker in Vermont, offering virtual therapy for adults wanting to move out of survival mode and navigate burnout and chronic stress.
Therapy with me is collaborative and tailored to your needs. Using mindful awareness, parts-based work, and creative exploration, I help clients reduce stress, understand patterns, and build coping skills—all with warmth, a sense of humor, and in a safe, supportive environment.
I’m a trauma-informed therapist and licensed independent clinical social worker in Vermont, offering virtual therapy for adults wanting to move out of survival mode and navigate burnout and chronic stress.
Therapy with me is collaborative and tailored to your needs. Using mindful awareness, parts-based work, and creative exploration, I help clients reduce stress, understand patterns, and build coping skills—all with warmth, a sense of humor, and in a safe, supportive environment.
Chad Allen Lazzari
Psychologist, MS, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Manchester Center, VT 05255
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working through trauma of all forms with older teens and adults of all ages and from a variety of backgrounds.
As a relational /psychodynamic therapist I believe that the path toward healing flows through deep exploration of relationships - past, present, and right here in this room. I am a doctoral level psychologist deeply caring about issues of development and how they impact us today. Because in the end, no matter the journey, it's only today that matters.
I specialize in working through trauma of all forms with older teens and adults of all ages and from a variety of backgrounds.
As a relational /psychodynamic therapist I believe that the path toward healing flows through deep exploration of relationships - past, present, and right here in this room. I am a doctoral level psychologist deeply caring about issues of development and how they impact us today. Because in the end, no matter the journey, it's only today that matters.
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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.