Sexual Abuse Therapists in Springfield, VT

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Danielle Blanchard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Serves Area
I have treated both adolescents and adults who struggle with trauma, addiction, mood disorders, personality disorders, and behavioral issues. I have spent many years treating those who are incarcerated and those who are re-entering the community and their families.
I have treated both adolescents and adults who struggle with trauma, addiction, mood disorders, personality disorders, and behavioral issues. I have spent many years treating those who are incarcerated and those who are re-entering the community and their families.
(802) 526-6664 View (802) 526-6664
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Anne Briccetti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Springfield, VT 05156
Not accepting new clients
Healthy, trusting relationships are the foundation of emotional health and development. I provide relationship-based treatment in a safe, collaborative environment and integrate talk therapy with other evidence-based approaches for effective treatment. I often utilize cognitive behavioral strategies and active, guided meditation to help you learn skills to solve problems and feel better about yourself. Clients seek my help for a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, developmental disorders, life transition, behavior change and stress management.
Healthy, trusting relationships are the foundation of emotional health and development. I provide relationship-based treatment in a safe, collaborative environment and integrate talk therapy with other evidence-based approaches for effective treatment. I often utilize cognitive behavioral strategies and active, guided meditation to help you learn skills to solve problems and feel better about yourself. Clients seek my help for a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, developmental disorders, life transition, behavior change and stress management.
(802) 625-0710 View (802) 625-0710
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Coleen Lawlor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SPP, EMDR
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I welcome people facing many kinds of challenges—anxiety, depression, loss, life transitions, illness, and trauma. I am trained in EMDR therapy with specialization in trauma and dissociative disorders. As an experienced therapist, I value the full range of human experience that each person brings. My practice is grounded in the belief that healing is self-directed, that everyone holds the capacity to heal within, and that my role is to offer facilitation, treatment options, and experienced guidance along the way.
I welcome people facing many kinds of challenges—anxiety, depression, loss, life transitions, illness, and trauma. I am trained in EMDR therapy with specialization in trauma and dissociative disorders. As an experienced therapist, I value the full range of human experience that each person brings. My practice is grounded in the belief that healing is self-directed, that everyone holds the capacity to heal within, and that my role is to offer facilitation, treatment options, and experienced guidance along the way.
(802) 473-3266 View (802) 473-3266

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Ann LaRocque
Counselor, LCMHC
Woodstock, VT 05091
Effective psychotherapy sees the human person as made up of body, mind, and spirit, and each dimension affects the other, especially during times of crisis, stress, transition, and disharmony. Currently I am seeing clients who want to heal brokenness from past or current trauma such as emotional, physical, sexual or verbal abuse. I also see clients who have been working in therapy for a while and feel like there is something missing in relation to their spirituality and purpose in life. We explore the bridge between mental and spiritual health.
Effective psychotherapy sees the human person as made up of body, mind, and spirit, and each dimension affects the other, especially during times of crisis, stress, transition, and disharmony. Currently I am seeing clients who want to heal brokenness from past or current trauma such as emotional, physical, sexual or verbal abuse. I also see clients who have been working in therapy for a while and feel like there is something missing in relation to their spirituality and purpose in life. We explore the bridge between mental and spiritual health.
(802) 245-3805 View (802) 245-3805
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Karen Chalom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Woodstock, VT 05091
Ms. Karen Chalom, LICSW, utilizes traditional talk psychotherapy combined with a holistic/systems approach to the healing process. She works with the mind, body, emotions and spirit to the degree that is comfortable for each child, adult, couple, family or group. Clients can receive therapy for many life issues including trauma, anxiety, relationships, stress. anger, depression, life transitions, parenting, grief and loss.
Ms. Karen Chalom, LICSW, utilizes traditional talk psychotherapy combined with a holistic/systems approach to the healing process. She works with the mind, body, emotions and spirit to the degree that is comfortable for each child, adult, couple, family or group. Clients can receive therapy for many life issues including trauma, anxiety, relationships, stress. anger, depression, life transitions, parenting, grief and loss.
(802) 316-4800 View (802) 316-4800
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Beth Fecko Mahler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, FOT
Serves Area
Trustworthy, competent and consistent therapeutic services offered with an eclectic approach of treatment modalities that will offer support, inquiry, and exploratory relevance to your ongoing mental health needs to process and heal through life transitions, trauma, and grief. A strengths-based approach to developing resiliency, healing, and growth opportunities.
Trustworthy, competent and consistent therapeutic services offered with an eclectic approach of treatment modalities that will offer support, inquiry, and exploratory relevance to your ongoing mental health needs to process and heal through life transitions, trauma, and grief. A strengths-based approach to developing resiliency, healing, and growth opportunities.
(862) 684-4962 View (862) 684-4962
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Linda D. Anderberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISCW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Feelings can be tricky. Thoughts, relationships, responsibilities, society can be overwhelming. But whatever the issue you cannot escape your feelings; which is still uncomfortable for some. The good news is, you are not the sum of your feelings. And no feeling or thought makes you a good or bad person, just human. In fact, we are built to experience the full range of human emotions, though many of us are not taught or encouraged to reflect on our inner world leaving us with no idea what to do with all of these feelings. And it is often what we are doing or not doing about our feelings that can keep us from living our fullest lives.
Feelings can be tricky. Thoughts, relationships, responsibilities, society can be overwhelming. But whatever the issue you cannot escape your feelings; which is still uncomfortable for some. The good news is, you are not the sum of your feelings. And no feeling or thought makes you a good or bad person, just human. In fact, we are built to experience the full range of human emotions, though many of us are not taught or encouraged to reflect on our inner world leaving us with no idea what to do with all of these feelings. And it is often what we are doing or not doing about our feelings that can keep us from living our fullest lives.
(860) 269-9405 View (860) 269-9405
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Monica J Descamps
Psychologist, PhD
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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Sharon R Massoth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Brattleboro, VT 05301
I love to support people who see themselves as a spiritual being having a human experience. You have your own unique history and have faced many challenges. Settling for less in your life is often a mirror of issues of trauma/self-worth. I will assist you in releasing historical trauma which resulted in negative beliefs. I am trained in CBT, CBTI, EMDR, IFS, IMAGO Couples system and EFT. I am a Certified Grief Specialist. You deserve to have a strong foundation from which to make choices in your life. I will help you to strengthen yours.
I love to support people who see themselves as a spiritual being having a human experience. You have your own unique history and have faced many challenges. Settling for less in your life is often a mirror of issues of trauma/self-worth. I will assist you in releasing historical trauma which resulted in negative beliefs. I am trained in CBT, CBTI, EMDR, IFS, IMAGO Couples system and EFT. I am a Certified Grief Specialist. You deserve to have a strong foundation from which to make choices in your life. I will help you to strengthen yours.
(860) 516-5199 View (860) 516-5199
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Chad Allen Lazzari
Psychologist, MS, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I named my practice "Confluence Psychotherapy" because a confluence is the point when two rivers meet - a point when together what has been separate becomes fuller, deeper, more powerful together. Like a moment when you lose yourself in dance or play, the right connection can help us to find what we need in unexpected and surprising ways. Good therapy can be like that - at times difficult but in the end, exhilarating. I specialize in working through trauma of all forms with older teens and adults of all ages and from a variety of backgrounds.
I named my practice "Confluence Psychotherapy" because a confluence is the point when two rivers meet - a point when together what has been separate becomes fuller, deeper, more powerful together. Like a moment when you lose yourself in dance or play, the right connection can help us to find what we need in unexpected and surprising ways. Good therapy can be like that - at times difficult but in the end, exhilarating. I specialize in working through trauma of all forms with older teens and adults of all ages and from a variety of backgrounds.
(802) 454-3624 View (802) 454-3624
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Gail Peach
Counselor, LCMHC, RNBC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome into my virtual office! We can talk together in confidence, discovering new approaches to whatever challenge brings you to therapy now. My focus is to mindfully assist you towards well being including, but not limited to, freedom from anxiety, depression, addiction symptoms, trauma, physical pain, impulsivity and the resolution of grief. Self confidence, self knowledge, skillfulness and the personal freedom that comes from letting go of the past and moving forward in your life is the reward you can look forward to by engaging in therapy. I am queer welcoming and enjoy helping trans folk.
Welcome into my virtual office! We can talk together in confidence, discovering new approaches to whatever challenge brings you to therapy now. My focus is to mindfully assist you towards well being including, but not limited to, freedom from anxiety, depression, addiction symptoms, trauma, physical pain, impulsivity and the resolution of grief. Self confidence, self knowledge, skillfulness and the personal freedom that comes from letting go of the past and moving forward in your life is the reward you can look forward to by engaging in therapy. I am queer welcoming and enjoy helping trans folk.
(802) 459-1270 View (802) 459-1270
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Emily Brooks, LMFT, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Serves Area
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.
(802) 327-7802 View (802) 327-7802
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Mike Landon
Verified Verified
Collaborative counseling and consulting can help. Together we create a professional and purposeful space for reflection and decision making. I can help you navigate lasting change, overcome barriers, accelerate development, achieve balance and meet-or exceed-your goals. Strengths-based collaborative counseling for individuals and families helps to clarify and resolve conflicts and advance personal and professional growth. We work together to develop sustainable solutions, healthy relationships and mutual understanding.
Collaborative counseling and consulting can help. Together we create a professional and purposeful space for reflection and decision making. I can help you navigate lasting change, overcome barriers, accelerate development, achieve balance and meet-or exceed-your goals. Strengths-based collaborative counseling for individuals and families helps to clarify and resolve conflicts and advance personal and professional growth. We work together to develop sustainable solutions, healthy relationships and mutual understanding.
(802) 392-4042 View (802) 392-4042
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Libbi Keith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Waitlist for new clients
People seek therapy for many reasons such as feeling lonely, overwhelmed, anxious or sad. My client centered approach supports the client taking an active role in their therapy. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has many years working with children through adults. My approach to family therapy and marriage therapy is to understand the dynamics of the relationships and how to foster growth. I hope to provide a collaborative and comfortable space to help solve or manage daily struggles, life transitions, divorce, marriage, co-parenting, anxiety, depression.
People seek therapy for many reasons such as feeling lonely, overwhelmed, anxious or sad. My client centered approach supports the client taking an active role in their therapy. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has many years working with children through adults. My approach to family therapy and marriage therapy is to understand the dynamics of the relationships and how to foster growth. I hope to provide a collaborative and comfortable space to help solve or manage daily struggles, life transitions, divorce, marriage, co-parenting, anxiety, depression.
(603) 716-9370 View (603) 716-9370
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Kyla Suarez
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, MS, RYT-500
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Please email to inquire about consultation. I strive to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to rediscover your truest self and remain an observant student to the challenges you are confronting. I will support you in facing fear so you can overcome challenges, achieve your goals and love yourself. You will learn ways to regulate your mind and body to support your goals and honor yourself. I support clients that are open and willing to dive deep and begin the practice of believing in themselves, remembering that you are amazing and loving your inner-child as well as connect to other inner-parts (IFS) of yourself. (VT ins.)
Please email to inquire about consultation. I strive to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to rediscover your truest self and remain an observant student to the challenges you are confronting. I will support you in facing fear so you can overcome challenges, achieve your goals and love yourself. You will learn ways to regulate your mind and body to support your goals and honor yourself. I support clients that are open and willing to dive deep and begin the practice of believing in themselves, remembering that you are amazing and loving your inner-child as well as connect to other inner-parts (IFS) of yourself. (VT ins.)
(802) 222-8938 View (802) 222-8938
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Nicole Ambrosecchio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
My work is guided by my passion for social justice. My Bachelor's Degree is in Gender & Sexuality Studies, and I have a Master's in Social Work from Columbia University in New York City. I have worked in homeless shelters, hospitals, schools, and community mental health centers. I love working with young adults in the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent folks, and survivors of sexual violence.
My work is guided by my passion for social justice. My Bachelor's Degree is in Gender & Sexuality Studies, and I have a Master's in Social Work from Columbia University in New York City. I have worked in homeless shelters, hospitals, schools, and community mental health centers. I love working with young adults in the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent folks, and survivors of sexual violence.
(603) 690-9191 View (603) 690-9191
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Wes Wolter with Beam Mental Health
Counselor, MS, MA, LCMHC , LADC, RYT500
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
“All parts of you are good.” I offer a grounded, collaborative space for adults navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression and other emotional stressors. My approach is trauma-informed and holistic, integrating EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic therapy, breath-work, and other eclectic approaches. With 20 years in mental health, I focus on helping clients reconnect with their inner relationship, strength, regulate their nervous systems, and move toward healing with clarity and self-compassion. Whether you're feeling stuck, triggered, or ready for change, I'm here to walk alongside you! Here to help.
“All parts of you are good.” I offer a grounded, collaborative space for adults navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression and other emotional stressors. My approach is trauma-informed and holistic, integrating EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic therapy, breath-work, and other eclectic approaches. With 20 years in mental health, I focus on helping clients reconnect with their inner relationship, strength, regulate their nervous systems, and move toward healing with clarity and self-compassion. Whether you're feeling stuck, triggered, or ready for change, I'm here to walk alongside you! Here to help.
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Kristen Williams
Counselor, LCMHC, LADC, MA
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Is your substance use getting out of control and creating serious problems? Have memories of your past life experiences been interfering with your present life? Do anger, loneliness, depression, or anxiety prevent you from living your life fully? Or have you just lost your way and wonder what your purpose is? My approach to counseling highly individualized and non-judgmental. I am skilled in assisting people with diverse challenges to gain clarity, decrease suffering, and regain a life more aligned with their values.
Is your substance use getting out of control and creating serious problems? Have memories of your past life experiences been interfering with your present life? Do anger, loneliness, depression, or anxiety prevent you from living your life fully? Or have you just lost your way and wonder what your purpose is? My approach to counseling highly individualized and non-judgmental. I am skilled in assisting people with diverse challenges to gain clarity, decrease suffering, and regain a life more aligned with their values.
(802) 661-4851 View (802) 661-4851
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Mindy M Girten
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I believe in working with people from a holistic and self empowerment approach, knowing that each is their own expert, but may need some guidance in uncovering or remembering their strengths, interests, and purpose. Some other approaches I use are Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral, and Mindfulness techniques. However, the therapeutic relationship and feeling comfortable with the person one talks to is the most important basis for the work to begin. I encourage potential clients to interview several therapists.
I believe in working with people from a holistic and self empowerment approach, knowing that each is their own expert, but may need some guidance in uncovering or remembering their strengths, interests, and purpose. Some other approaches I use are Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral, and Mindfulness techniques. However, the therapeutic relationship and feeling comfortable with the person one talks to is the most important basis for the work to begin. I encourage potential clients to interview several therapists.
(603) 617-4093 View (603) 617-4093
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Dr. Donna Steinberg
Psychologist, PhD, MEd
Wilder, VT 05088
My clientele seek help with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, couples distress, trauma, parenting difficulties, relationship conflict, and major life transitions. Although I tailor the treatment plan to meet each couple's or individual's needs, the majority of my interventions are drawn from the cognitive-behavioral toolset. I seek to understand strengths, as well as the problems that bring people into my office. Using well-timed humor, relevant research information, and meaningful feedback, I collaboratively design treatment plans that feel "doable." Usually, my clients feel relief in the first few sessions.
My clientele seek help with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, couples distress, trauma, parenting difficulties, relationship conflict, and major life transitions. Although I tailor the treatment plan to meet each couple's or individual's needs, the majority of my interventions are drawn from the cognitive-behavioral toolset. I seek to understand strengths, as well as the problems that bring people into my office. Using well-timed humor, relevant research information, and meaningful feedback, I collaboratively design treatment plans that feel "doable." Usually, my clients feel relief in the first few sessions.
(802) 449-4819 View (802) 449-4819

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Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.

Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.

How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.

Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.