Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Saint Albans, VT
Courtney R Marshall
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Waitlist for new clients
Sandtray therapy, an Expressive Arts modality, provides clients opportunities for exploring thoughts and feelings in addition to processing trauma, either verbally or non-verbally.
I am passionate about helping children and young adults find their inner strengths, express their emotions, and increase resiliency. Collaboration with parents/caregivers is an essential component of the therapeutic experience for children and adolescents. Working previously in early childhood, elementary, and special education as well as mental health gives me a unique ability to support children of various ages, developmental levels, and needs in navigating life's challenges, building coping skills, & improving relationships. I am a parent of neurodivergent kids & offer a neurodiversity affirming space for both children & adults.
Sandtray therapy, an Expressive Arts modality, provides clients opportunities for exploring thoughts and feelings in addition to processing trauma, either verbally or non-verbally.
I am passionate about helping children and young adults find their inner strengths, express their emotions, and increase resiliency. Collaboration with parents/caregivers is an essential component of the therapeutic experience for children and adolescents. Working previously in early childhood, elementary, and special education as well as mental health gives me a unique ability to support children of various ages, developmental levels, and needs in navigating life's challenges, building coping skills, & improving relationships. I am a parent of neurodivergent kids & offer a neurodiversity affirming space for both children & adults.
Heidi L Weaver
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
If you have experienced trauma of any form, suffer from alcohol/drug addiction, anxiety, depression, abuse, self harm or suffer from suicidal thoughts and are seeking help to heal, reach out.
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.
If you have experienced trauma of any form, suffer from alcohol/drug addiction, anxiety, depression, abuse, self harm or suffer from suicidal thoughts and are seeking help to heal, reach out.
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.
Dr. Shelley A Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC-S, LPC-TX, LPC-CT, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Online Only
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other difficulties, you deserve to be heard, understood, and supported.
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.
Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other difficulties, you deserve to be heard, understood, and supported.
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.
Ryan Marshall, Summit Psychotherapy Services LLC
MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
My clinical focus is on development, trauma, and attachment.
Ideally, I’m looking to connect with a client’s desire to move forward and make change in life and to progress through challenges, as well as through traumas. With older teenagers, adults and parents dialogue is the primary foundation to build a therapeutic relationship. With children, it is my experience being more playful and more body-based is a fun and effective therapeutic relationship.
My clinical focus is on development, trauma, and attachment.
Ideally, I’m looking to connect with a client’s desire to move forward and make change in life and to progress through challenges, as well as through traumas. With older teenagers, adults and parents dialogue is the primary foundation to build a therapeutic relationship. With children, it is my experience being more playful and more body-based is a fun and effective therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing suicidality, anxiety, and those who have experienced trauma.
We don't heal in isolation, but in community - SK Harrell. As a therapist I believe in the power of community, in the vital need for support to grow beyond who we are in this moment into who we want to be. I acknowledge the strength it takes to seek and accept supports, and I am honored to walk with you in this journey.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing suicidality, anxiety, and those who have experienced trauma.
We don't heal in isolation, but in community - SK Harrell. As a therapist I believe in the power of community, in the vital need for support to grow beyond who we are in this moment into who we want to be. I acknowledge the strength it takes to seek and accept supports, and I am honored to walk with you in this journey.
Heather Leonard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Loss and trauma come in all shapes and sizes.
I specialize in grief counseling, trauma work, and developmental diagnoses. By building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients, a nurturing space is created to explore emotions that may not otherwise feel safe. I provide individualized, research-based treatment while keeping in mind my clients’ needs, cultures, and values.
Loss and trauma come in all shapes and sizes.
I specialize in grief counseling, trauma work, and developmental diagnoses. By building strong therapeutic relationships with my clients, a nurturing space is created to explore emotions that may not otherwise feel safe. I provide individualized, research-based treatment while keeping in mind my clients’ needs, cultures, and values.
Kathryn T. Battles
Counselor, MPS, LCMHC, LADC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
I have over 15 years experience working with individual who struggle with addictions, eating disorders, have been diagnosed with mood and anxiety disorders as well as those who are in the process of working through trauma.
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.
I have over 15 years experience working with individual who struggle with addictions, eating disorders, have been diagnosed with mood and anxiety disorders as well as those who are in the process of working through trauma.
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.
AIT utilizes muscle testing (wrist pressure) allowing subconscious content expression in healing trauma.
In 20 years of witnessing adults/children within the therapeutic relationship, I am in awe of the strength and resiliency individuals show in the face of truly traumatic events. Over the years, I have built a level of expertise in understanding the role that the transpersonal plays in the healing process. Being a Registered Play Therapist means that I have examined clinically how the story we tell ourselves about an event dictates both the burdens & the strengths we assign to our "self." I welcome you to that process of discovery and healing as we partner on the human journey together.
AIT utilizes muscle testing (wrist pressure) allowing subconscious content expression in healing trauma.
In 20 years of witnessing adults/children within the therapeutic relationship, I am in awe of the strength and resiliency individuals show in the face of truly traumatic events. Over the years, I have built a level of expertise in understanding the role that the transpersonal plays in the healing process. Being a Registered Play Therapist means that I have examined clinically how the story we tell ourselves about an event dictates both the burdens & the strengths we assign to our "self." I welcome you to that process of discovery and healing as we partner on the human journey together.
Tayla Smith
Counselor, LCMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My approach utilizes aspects of person-centered and trauma focused therapy to establish trust and genuineness.
My practice focuses on children, adolescents, and adults based on the behavioral health concerns presented. My goal is to form a counseling relationship that represents a "team effort" in which the counselor and client will work together in order to target the current issue(s), set achievable goals, and develop steps that will enable the desired outcome.
My approach utilizes aspects of person-centered and trauma focused therapy to establish trust and genuineness.
My practice focuses on children, adolescents, and adults based on the behavioral health concerns presented. My goal is to form a counseling relationship that represents a "team effort" in which the counselor and client will work together in order to target the current issue(s), set achievable goals, and develop steps that will enable the desired outcome.
I provide EMDR Therapy for trauma recovery to first responders and anyone else who wants to get in touch to start feeling empowered again.
EMDR is offered is a powerful type of psychotherapy as a treatment for traumatic memories or feelings. EMDR clients generally experience rapid reductions in subjective levels of distress early in the session.
I provide EMDR Therapy for trauma recovery to first responders and anyone else who wants to get in touch to start feeling empowered again.
EMDR is offered is a powerful type of psychotherapy as a treatment for traumatic memories or feelings. EMDR clients generally experience rapid reductions in subjective levels of distress early in the session.
Karen Giroux. Lcmhc Ladc
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LADC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saint Albans, VT 05478
Trauma informed Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services.
My theoretical approach is eclectic and incorporates person centered therapy; biofeedback/alpha stim; parts work and EMDR. I employ a mindfulness-based, present-moment oriented approach that can be adapted to deal with historical traumas or present moment difficulties. EMDR trained ( Level I & II )
Trauma informed Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Services.
My theoretical approach is eclectic and incorporates person centered therapy; biofeedback/alpha stim; parts work and EMDR. I employ a mindfulness-based, present-moment oriented approach that can be adapted to deal with historical traumas or present moment difficulties. EMDR trained ( Level I & II )
Meet Our Trauma and PTSD Therapists
The Adams Center for Mind and Body, LLC
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
We are proud that all of our providers are trained, and practice, Trauma Informed Care, and all our nutritionists follow the Health at Every Size approach.
Suzanne N. Adams is the Founder and Clinical Director of The Adams Center for Mind and Body, in South Burlington, Vermont. We specialize in innovative treatment, intervention, and support for eating disorders, post traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression. We have been providing compassionate mental health care to our community since 2004. We offer traditional psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, and complementary therapy services for individuals, groups, couples, families, and organizations. We favor a comprehensive and collaborative team model for your care and our practice is committed to a holistic approach.
We are proud that all of our providers are trained, and practice, Trauma Informed Care, and all our nutritionists follow the Health at Every Size approach.
Suzanne N. Adams is the Founder and Clinical Director of The Adams Center for Mind and Body, in South Burlington, Vermont. We specialize in innovative treatment, intervention, and support for eating disorders, post traumatic stress, anxiety, and depression. We have been providing compassionate mental health care to our community since 2004. We offer traditional psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, and complementary therapy services for individuals, groups, couples, families, and organizations. We favor a comprehensive and collaborative team model for your care and our practice is committed to a holistic approach.
I am passionate about strengths-based, trauma-informed counseling for children, adolescents, and adults in a comfortable and welcoming private practice setting.
My specialities include providing cognitive-behavioral therapy for children, adolescents, and adults struggling with mood disorders, behavioral issues, anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, suicidal ideations, and history of abuse.
I am passionate about strengths-based, trauma-informed counseling for children, adolescents, and adults in a comfortable and welcoming private practice setting.
My specialities include providing cognitive-behavioral therapy for children, adolescents, and adults struggling with mood disorders, behavioral issues, anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, suicidal ideations, and history of abuse.
I have extensive experience working with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, LGBTQA+, adoption & attachment, grief & loss, etc.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions? Have you experienced a traumatic event or loss and struggling to navigate the world around you? I may be able to help. I graduated with my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2019. For the past 5 years I have worked with children and teens (5-18) along with their caregivers (bio/foster/adoptive/kin). I have provided direct client care to adults 65+ for over 15 years. I will use a collection of therapeutic modalities to meet your needs. Contact me today.
I have extensive experience working with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma & PTSD, LGBTQA+, adoption & attachment, grief & loss, etc.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts and emotions? Have you experienced a traumatic event or loss and struggling to navigate the world around you? I may be able to help. I graduated with my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2019. For the past 5 years I have worked with children and teens (5-18) along with their caregivers (bio/foster/adoptive/kin). I have provided direct client care to adults 65+ for over 15 years. I will use a collection of therapeutic modalities to meet your needs. Contact me today.
During the years that I have been teaming with people, some common themes have included childhood trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, stress, and relationship issues.
No Current Availability Welcome! My approach to working with adolescents and adults centers around compassionate interactions to empower individuals to move and grow beyond their current situations. I believe that it is important for everyone to feel responded to and heard. Through the continued development of a strong sense of self, I believe that people possess the skills needed to change their situations. I look forward to sharing my therapeutic philosophy and guiding you to achieve your greatest potential.
During the years that I have been teaming with people, some common themes have included childhood trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, personality disorders, stress, and relationship issues.
No Current Availability Welcome! My approach to working with adolescents and adults centers around compassionate interactions to empower individuals to move and grow beyond their current situations. I believe that it is important for everyone to feel responded to and heard. Through the continued development of a strong sense of self, I believe that people possess the skills needed to change their situations. I look forward to sharing my therapeutic philosophy and guiding you to achieve your greatest potential.
I work with clients experiencing depression or trauma-related disorders, whether or not they are connected to substance use or abuse.
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.
I work with clients experiencing depression or trauma-related disorders, whether or not they are connected to substance use or abuse.
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.
Common Man Therapy, LLC - Eric Astleford
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CTMH-A
Verified Verified
Online Only
My advanced training encompasses the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and complex grief.
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.
My advanced training encompasses the treatment of trauma, anxiety, and complex grief.
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.
Kevin J King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, RN
Verified Verified
Saint Albans, VT 05478
My approach to counseling is deeply rooted in a client-centered framework, blending my clinical expertise in trauma, grief, and health management with a compassionate, mindful approach to therapy to a wide variety of challenges.
While transitioning can bring about stress, anxiety, and depression, I hope to help address these issues. My practice integrates solution-focused strategies and motivational interviewing, assisting clients to move toward meaningful, sustainable wellness.
My approach to counseling is deeply rooted in a client-centered framework, blending my clinical expertise in trauma, grief, and health management with a compassionate, mindful approach to therapy to a wide variety of challenges.
While transitioning can bring about stress, anxiety, and depression, I hope to help address these issues. My practice integrates solution-focused strategies and motivational interviewing, assisting clients to move toward meaningful, sustainable wellness.
Chantal Donahue, LMHC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Saint Albans, VT 05478
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and trauma in any age group.
Regardless of what you've been through in the past, anyone can benefit from talking to a mental health professional. Collaborating with a counselor can help provide thought provoking insights, allow you to move through problem solving more quickly, and leave you feeling more fulfilled and motivated to reach your desired goals.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and trauma in any age group.
Regardless of what you've been through in the past, anyone can benefit from talking to a mental health professional. Collaborating with a counselor can help provide thought provoking insights, allow you to move through problem solving more quickly, and leave you feeling more fulfilled and motivated to reach your desired goals.
Olivia W Laporte, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Depression, anxiety, eating and body issues, and trauma are also common topics addressed in my work.
Welcome! I have been in the human services field for 24 years and providing psychotherapy for the past 16 years. I moved my practice to my hometown 11 years ago and have been enjoying working with community members in Enosburg and surrounding towns ever since. I love meeting people from around the rest of the state through online work as well! I also enjoy providing therapy services to residents at Brownway Residence in Enosburg.
Additionally, I have 11 years of experience as a medical social worker, helping patients and families with oncology and end-of-life, grief and loss, acute and chronic illness, and pain.
Depression, anxiety, eating and body issues, and trauma are also common topics addressed in my work.
Welcome! I have been in the human services field for 24 years and providing psychotherapy for the past 16 years. I moved my practice to my hometown 11 years ago and have been enjoying working with community members in Enosburg and surrounding towns ever since. I love meeting people from around the rest of the state through online work as well! I also enjoy providing therapy services to residents at Brownway Residence in Enosburg.
Additionally, I have 11 years of experience as a medical social worker, helping patients and families with oncology and end-of-life, grief and loss, acute and chronic illness, and pain.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
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.