Women's Issues Therapists in Swanton, VT
I specialize in helping with the following individuals/issues:
- Women's issues
-Anxiety
-ADHD
-Depression
-Christian counseling
I'm working toward a Women's Mental Health certificate, expected to complete in 2026.
While I work well with everyone, I'm an especially good fit for:
• Individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or ADHD
• Highly sensitive people (HSP)
• Those seeking faith-based counseling
I currently have openings in my cozy, St. Albans-based office, but offer telehealth, too, if that's a better fit for your circumstances.
I specialize in helping with the following individuals/issues:
- Women's issues
-Anxiety
-ADHD
-Depression
-Christian counseling
I'm working toward a Women's Mental Health certificate, expected to complete in 2026.
While I work well with everyone, I'm an especially good fit for:
• Individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and/or ADHD
• Highly sensitive people (HSP)
• Those seeking faith-based counseling
I currently have openings in my cozy, St. Albans-based office, but offer telehealth, too, if that's a better fit for your circumstances.
I believe that meaningful change begins with an empathetic, nonjudgmental, and honest therapeutic relationship. My role as a therapist is to meet each person where they are- allowing them to feel heard and supported while navigating life's challenges. With over 15 years of experience (including 10 yrs as a School Counselor), I have worked extensively with children, teens, college students, adults and parents from diverse backgrounds. I'm passionate about helping clients manage emotions, reduce anxiety and depression ,build social skills and develop effective coping strategies.
I believe that meaningful change begins with an empathetic, nonjudgmental, and honest therapeutic relationship. My role as a therapist is to meet each person where they are- allowing them to feel heard and supported while navigating life's challenges. With over 15 years of experience (including 10 yrs as a School Counselor), I have worked extensively with children, teens, college students, adults and parents from diverse backgrounds. I'm passionate about helping clients manage emotions, reduce anxiety and depression ,build social skills and develop effective coping strategies.
Gladys Barnes; Solution Focused Therapy,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LADC, LCMHC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
My strengths and talents include having compassion and empathy for the people I work with. What I believe is special or distinct about me as a therapist is my ability to encourage people to be open about their experiences. What I love most about my work is being able to join people in their journey of discovery about what their future holds for them. I have experience working in a community mental health setting for the last 14+ years, where I have worked with a variety of mental health needs. I have been working as a private therapist since 2019.
My strengths and talents include having compassion and empathy for the people I work with. What I believe is special or distinct about me as a therapist is my ability to encourage people to be open about their experiences. What I love most about my work is being able to join people in their journey of discovery about what their future holds for them. I have experience working in a community mental health setting for the last 14+ years, where I have worked with a variety of mental health needs. I have been working as a private therapist since 2019.
Accepting clients Bcbs VT and offer superbills for OON
I am tremendously passionate and driven to work with individuals who have experienced various hardships in their life. My belief is that every person is worth more than their current or past experiences and circumstances. That you're of value and worth. I believe in helping an individual find their voice, build their self-confidence, self-worth and self-direction. In this I am highly driven to assist an individual in advocating for themselves and identifying their positive qualities.
Accepting clients Bcbs VT and offer superbills for OON
I am tremendously passionate and driven to work with individuals who have experienced various hardships in their life. My belief is that every person is worth more than their current or past experiences and circumstances. That you're of value and worth. I believe in helping an individual find their voice, build their self-confidence, self-worth and self-direction. In this I am highly driven to assist an individual in advocating for themselves and identifying their positive qualities.
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. 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.
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. 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.
Not taking new clients at the moment.
Reaching out for help is often the hardest part, so good for you for starting the process! It is my goal to understand you as a person first and foremost, which will help me understand how best to help you as we continue our work. While I have been trained in DBT and CBT, my orientation is a bit more humanistic/Existential. I strive to build our therapeutic relationship on compassion, empathy, hard work, and a lot of laughing while we tackle the heavy stuff. The most important way we can build this is through a mutual trust with one another, which is a crucial component to change.
Not taking new clients at the moment.
Reaching out for help is often the hardest part, so good for you for starting the process! It is my goal to understand you as a person first and foremost, which will help me understand how best to help you as we continue our work. While I have been trained in DBT and CBT, my orientation is a bit more humanistic/Existential. I strive to build our therapeutic relationship on compassion, empathy, hard work, and a lot of laughing while we tackle the heavy stuff. The most important way we can build this is through a mutual trust with one another, which is a crucial component to change.
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Are you looking for support navigating your teens or twenties? Early adulthood is full of transition and expectations - this can be exciting and stressful. This stage of life often comes with unexpected curveballs and maybe some relationships that are challenging to manage. You need someone you can be genuine with, and someone who genuinely cares, to make the most of your time in therapy. Someone who knows how to offer support for what you're going through (who isn't your parents or best friend). I'm here for exactly that, to process these challenges and provide professional support in an environment that feels comfortable for you.
Are you looking for support navigating your teens or twenties? Early adulthood is full of transition and expectations - this can be exciting and stressful. This stage of life often comes with unexpected curveballs and maybe some relationships that are challenging to manage. You need someone you can be genuine with, and someone who genuinely cares, to make the most of your time in therapy. Someone who knows how to offer support for what you're going through (who isn't your parents or best friend). I'm here for exactly that, to process these challenges and provide professional support in an environment that feels comfortable for you.
As humans, we crave connection and community, but it can feel difficult to achieve in our everyday lives. We find ourselves looking to better understand ourselves, our experiences, and our interactions with the world around us. We are made up of so many different parts and I believe in the importance of seeing and acknowledging all of those pieces. Sometimes we are told - directly or indirectly - that we hold a singular role. This may cause us to try to fit in a mold that does not hold all the pieces we value about ourselves.
As humans, we crave connection and community, but it can feel difficult to achieve in our everyday lives. We find ourselves looking to better understand ourselves, our experiences, and our interactions with the world around us. We are made up of so many different parts and I believe in the importance of seeing and acknowledging all of those pieces. Sometimes we are told - directly or indirectly - that we hold a singular role. This may cause us to try to fit in a mold that does not hold all the pieces we value about ourselves.
I believe that the right course of treatment for a client depends on who they are, what they bring into session, and how they are comfortable working. I enjoy helping individuals make meaning out of their experiences, build awareness of self, and have a space to be heard, validated and heal. I feel that a strong relationship between client and therapist is what allows for growth and the deepest level of work to be done. I strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental, and empathetic space for that purpose.
I believe that the right course of treatment for a client depends on who they are, what they bring into session, and how they are comfortable working. I enjoy helping individuals make meaning out of their experiences, build awareness of self, and have a space to be heard, validated and heal. I feel that a strong relationship between client and therapist is what allows for growth and the deepest level of work to be done. I strive to create a welcoming, non-judgmental, and empathetic space for that purpose.
I ground my work in a Relational-Cultural and Feminist perspective, using a collaborative therapeutic relationship to support you in reaching personally meaningful goals. I work with adults working through relationship and communication struggles, identity development, depression, and anxiety. Through creating a stable and grounded relationship, we will explore the ways in which maladaptive relational patterns and beliefs impact your current ability to access the life you want. I am LGBT+, ENM, and kink-friendly.
I ground my work in a Relational-Cultural and Feminist perspective, using a collaborative therapeutic relationship to support you in reaching personally meaningful goals. I work with adults working through relationship and communication struggles, identity development, depression, and anxiety. Through creating a stable and grounded relationship, we will explore the ways in which maladaptive relational patterns and beliefs impact your current ability to access the life you want. I am LGBT+, ENM, and kink-friendly.
I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist offering depth-oriented therapy that honors each client’s unique healing process. My work is grounded in the belief that meaningful change unfolds when we listen deeply—to the psyche, the body, and the natural world that holds us.
Drawing from Jungian shadow work, Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and somatic-based approaches, Kristen supports children and adults in gently exploring the parts that seek understanding, integration, and relief. Together, we will cultivate greater self-compassion, emotional resilience, and authentic living.
I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist offering depth-oriented therapy that honors each client’s unique healing process. My work is grounded in the belief that meaningful change unfolds when we listen deeply—to the psyche, the body, and the natural world that holds us.
Drawing from Jungian shadow work, Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness, and somatic-based approaches, Kristen supports children and adults in gently exploring the parts that seek understanding, integration, and relief. Together, we will cultivate greater self-compassion, emotional resilience, and authentic living.
As your therapist I am committed to providing a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings through a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Together, we will develop and work towards personalized goals, focusing on achieving a happier and healthier life. Feeling comfortable and relaxed is essential to our process, and we will explore effective coping strategies to manage life challenges. I am eager to partner with you and support your growth.
As your therapist I am committed to providing a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings through a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Together, we will develop and work towards personalized goals, focusing on achieving a happier and healthier life. Feeling comfortable and relaxed is essential to our process, and we will explore effective coping strategies to manage life challenges. I am eager to partner with you and support your growth.
Note: You must schedule an appointment using my website link if you have BCBS, CIgna or Aetna. All other ins. please email me and I will send you a link for Tava, Welcome! I'm Sam Morrigan, LCMHC and I offer a blend of humor, empathy, and directness that provides a truly authentic way to experience therapy. Show up as yourself. Unsure of who you REALLY are? We can explore that! Being a transplant to VT, I understand "transplant loneliness" quite well. I also have experience with various types of folks/issues in the internet/gaming/pop culture/geek/nerd/neurodiverse/LGBTQ/spiritual and alternative communities.
Note: You must schedule an appointment using my website link if you have BCBS, CIgna or Aetna. All other ins. please email me and I will send you a link for Tava, Welcome! I'm Sam Morrigan, LCMHC and I offer a blend of humor, empathy, and directness that provides a truly authentic way to experience therapy. Show up as yourself. Unsure of who you REALLY are? We can explore that! Being a transplant to VT, I understand "transplant loneliness" quite well. I also have experience with various types of folks/issues in the internet/gaming/pop culture/geek/nerd/neurodiverse/LGBTQ/spiritual and alternative communities.
Current openings- daytime appointments- virtual & in person!
Life is full of transitions, but sometimes you need help along the way. You might be negotiating career or educational choices, relationship changes, identity shifts or just not feeling like yourself due to sadness or worry.
Do you want to be seen, heard, and validated in a way that allows you to deeply accept and understand yourself? In the therapy relationship, I can witness your pain, acknowledge when things are challenging, and support you until it gets better. By learning to trust your self, change and transition can feel easier.
Current openings- daytime appointments- virtual & in person!
Life is full of transitions, but sometimes you need help along the way. You might be negotiating career or educational choices, relationship changes, identity shifts or just not feeling like yourself due to sadness or worry.
Do you want to be seen, heard, and validated in a way that allows you to deeply accept and understand yourself? In the therapy relationship, I can witness your pain, acknowledge when things are challenging, and support you until it gets better. By learning to trust your self, change and transition can feel easier.
I am currently taking on new clients for in-person and virtual sessions!
You're taking the important first step in your journey toward wellness! It can be tough for many of us to admit we need some help. Once we acknowledge this, finding the right person to connect with becomes essential. I truly prioritize developing a strong and healthy therapeutic relationship with everyone I support. Together, we'll build a solid foundation of mutual trust, allowing us to address your needs and work hand in hand toward a brighter, healthier future.
I am currently taking on new clients for in-person and virtual sessions!
You're taking the important first step in your journey toward wellness! It can be tough for many of us to admit we need some help. Once we acknowledge this, finding the right person to connect with becomes essential. I truly prioritize developing a strong and healthy therapeutic relationship with everyone I support. Together, we'll build a solid foundation of mutual trust, allowing us to address your needs and work hand in hand toward a brighter, healthier future.
As a clinical social worker, I believe that we all have unique strengths and capacities to face the challenges in our lives. I work with my clients in a collaborative, empowering way. Through the therapy process, solutions and plans to move forward reveal themselves, as you grow more confident in your strengths, intuition and your vision for your life. Working with the stories and thoughts we carry about ourselves and the world, we work to create new ideas, beliefs and behaviors that will lead to a more fulfilling life.
As a clinical social worker, I believe that we all have unique strengths and capacities to face the challenges in our lives. I work with my clients in a collaborative, empowering way. Through the therapy process, solutions and plans to move forward reveal themselves, as you grow more confident in your strengths, intuition and your vision for your life. Working with the stories and thoughts we carry about ourselves and the world, we work to create new ideas, beliefs and behaviors that will lead to a more fulfilling life.
Human beings are brilliant at coping with the lives we are born into. We know just how to maximize the love that was available to us. When we reach adulthood we encounter a new developmental imperative, which is to move into a place of emotional maturity. Our coping strategies have stopped working and usually something just feels really bad. And so begins the healing journey and where therapy comes in. A safe therapy relationship allows for the rewiring of our nervous systems, whether this is individually or together in relationship therapy with a close other, and allows for new experiences of ourselves.
Human beings are brilliant at coping with the lives we are born into. We know just how to maximize the love that was available to us. When we reach adulthood we encounter a new developmental imperative, which is to move into a place of emotional maturity. Our coping strategies have stopped working and usually something just feels really bad. And so begins the healing journey and where therapy comes in. A safe therapy relationship allows for the rewiring of our nervous systems, whether this is individually or together in relationship therapy with a close other, and allows for new experiences of ourselves.
Stephanie is an experienced clinician who has worked with individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in perinatal mental health, infertility, pregnancy related loss, third party reproduction, difficult pregnancies, processing birth stories, body image, goal setting, self-esteem and changes around identity once becoming a parent. Stephanie works with gestational and non gestational carriers as well as adoptive families.
Stephanie is an experienced clinician who has worked with individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in perinatal mental health, infertility, pregnancy related loss, third party reproduction, difficult pregnancies, processing birth stories, body image, goal setting, self-esteem and changes around identity once becoming a parent. Stephanie works with gestational and non gestational carriers as well as adoptive families.
Women are incredible, and yet, I don’t know a single woman who hasn’t held deep pain and shame about herself at some point; somehow feeling like she is both too much and not enough. Shrinking herself, fighting imposter syndrome, avoiding conflict, feeling guilty for having needs and choosing to care for herself... Maybe you know that feeling too, and maybe that’s why you’re here. It doesn’t have to be this way. You can learn how to move from self-criticism to compassion, rebuild your confidence, and let go of the insecurities that make it so hard for you to see your worth. You can learn how to love yourself and your life again.
Women are incredible, and yet, I don’t know a single woman who hasn’t held deep pain and shame about herself at some point; somehow feeling like she is both too much and not enough. Shrinking herself, fighting imposter syndrome, avoiding conflict, feeling guilty for having needs and choosing to care for herself... Maybe you know that feeling too, and maybe that’s why you’re here. It doesn’t have to be this way. You can learn how to move from self-criticism to compassion, rebuild your confidence, and let go of the insecurities that make it so hard for you to see your worth. You can learn how to love yourself and your life again.
Welcome to Worthy Bird Counseling, LLC. I am looking forward to getting to know you and learning about how I can support your journey of healing.
Welcome to Worthy Bird Counseling, LLC. I am looking forward to getting to know you and learning about how I can support your journey of healing.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.