Therapists in Burlington, VT

In my work with individuals and partners, I bring a warm and grounding presence to each relationship. I trust in the innate capacity of each of us to heal and grow; this belief guides my work in supporting folks navigating complex trauma, grief, chronic illness, and relationship issues. Feeling understood and valued within a supportive, nurturing environment allows us to access deeper exploration and healing, emotional release, & the integration of new mind-body connections. Regardless of how ingrained and automatic your patterns might be, and how stuck you might feel, a more peaceful life is possible.

You may find yourself sitting at a growth edge and wanting to take steps towards change in your life. Often in this growth process there are patterns that emerge that no longer fit who you are and who you are becoming. Traumatic events and life stressors can live in the body and become patterns of tension you carry around that lead you to feel stuck. The process of therapeutic self-inquiry can help you discover new ways of relating to yourself outside narratives that no longer serve your well-being and prevent you from moving forward in your life in a meaningful way.

Hello there! My name is Dr. Michell Greenidge and I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 11 years of psychotherapy experience. I have worked with many populations including the military. Clients I have worked with have had a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, career challenges, substance abuse, PTSD and a range of personality disorders. I have also assisted people who experienced child and adulthood sexual trauma. My counseling style is adaptive and interactive. I make it a point to adjust to the client I am serving in order to provide the best care possible.

OPENINGS FOR INDIVIDUALS ONLY at this time. Therapy is my passion! This is not just a job for me. It is a calling! With a focused presence during my sessions I help with my heart and my mind. I am easy going. I like to smile and laugh. And, I am professional and good at what I do. Making you feel comfortable and relaxed during our sessions is a priority. Most of all I want to help you feel better, be happy, grow personally and have peace in your life and your relationships! I am doubly Certified by the International Center of Excellence in EFT - Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals (EFIT) and Couples (EFCT).

In therapy, my primary focus is to create a nurturing and supportive environment where the people I work with can feel genuinely heard and understood. I aim to empower individuals to face challenges with confidence and navigate through life's complexities while gaining a broader understanding of the systems and patterns within their lives. My approach is rooted in building strong and trusting relationships where we can collaborate. I believe in the power of open and honest communication to address concerns at both personal and systemic levels.

Book with me now by emailing or calling. I am licensed in both Vermont and New York State as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in private practice, schools, and therapeutic programs. My training includes interpersonal therapy, motivational interviewing, family counseling, EMDR, and group psychotherapy. I offer a collaborative, practical, and strengths-based approach to therapy, focused on helping individuals, couples and families work through conflicts, relationship difficulties, and stressful life changes.

Are you newly secular? Did you leave a religion or are you in the process of doing so? You've been considering therapy for a long time, but still, you hesitate. It can be challenging to move forward and you sometimes feel haunted by the fears and dogma that were previously a part of your daily life. Whether or not you consider what you are experiencing as religious trauma, you want to make sure you find a therapist who won't make you feel guilty for leaving your former religion. You've got this nightmare scenario of finally finding a new therapist, only to end up ducking religious vocabulary, feeling judged, or defending yourself.

Seeking therapy is an act of courage and a significant step towards hope and healing. It is my mission to honor your courage and your lived experience, and to meet you with gentle curiosity, humility, and non-judgment. My approach is empowerment-focused and strengths-based. I believe in your capacity to heal and thrive. I will partner with you to understand your goals and offer evidence-based approaches based on your needs. Together, we can grow your capacity to tend to your wounds and rewrite your story.

Currently unable to take new clients. I believe that good therapy starts with a strong therapeutic relationship. From this place of connection, empathy, and understanding, we’ll work together to explore what’s holding you back from living a life that feels full and meaningful. As your therapist, I will join with you to help heal old wounds, discover inner wisdom, and move towards a more full way of being in the world. My approach to therapy is integrative and recognizes the importance of mind, body, and spirit. My practice pulls from different modalities including AEDP, IFS, mindfulness, psychodynamic, somatics, and person-centered.

I can only imagine what growing up in the world today must be like. With so many dynamic challenges present in so many areas of life, it's no wonder to me that young people are struggling. While the feelings and experiences behind these struggles may be completely valid, sometimes the ways in which we cope, communicate or express ourselves may be unpleasant, unhealthy, or downright damaging. As the therapist, I am here to listen deeply to my child, teen and young adult clients (and their caregivers as needed), help them explore and identify what’s going on for them, and support them in making desired changes.

Welcome. Are you looking for therapy that addresses your whole self rather than just your problem or disorder? You’ve come to the right place. Holistic means we will address the root causes of your distress rather than putting a bandaid on your symptoms. I specialize in working with those who struggle with anxiety, panic, depression, low self-worth, body image issues, disordered eating, loneliness, disconnection, and spirituality. Perhaps you are ready for a clear path forward into connection with yourself, your body, relationships, and life dreams.

Stress and challenges in life are often compounded with systemic oppression, relationship conflict, pain and societal pressure. This can make it difficult to access external resources as well as our intrinsic capacity for healing, creativity and fulfillment. I seek to work with people who want to become more aware of themselves so their potential and fulfillment can be realized and embodied. Together, in a space of confidential support, we can explore constraints and burdens, focus on your needs, and work towards your goals at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

I assist and support individuals and couples to live from the deepest places, to make meaning in their lives, and to improve functioning within self, and between self and others. I offer possibility. I have been in the private practice of psychotherapy since 1977. Clients sometimes come to me when therapy with other therapists has not worked. I am willing to go as deeply as you are within the safety of clear ethical boundaries. I value difference and work to hold and accept and work with differences, whether they be personal, sexual, racial or cultural.

If you found yourself here, I imagine you’ve been feeling worried, sad and maybe even lonely. I imagine you’ve been struggling with how to solve a problem or a theme that continues to show up in your life. You know that something needs to change, but you aren’t sure what that is quite yet. I can imagine you’ve been attempting to make this problem go away or to solve it, but it hasn’t worked so you found yourself exploring resources to help you figure this out. Often folks are wanting something different from their relationship, or their work, or both and would like a non-biased person to process these concerns with.

NOTE: Only accepting clients for Quantum Hypnosis Sessions - Ongoing therapy client spots are currently filled - My style is very relational. I believe the strength of relationship over any modality is what is most healing in a therapeutic relationship. I am here to walk alongside you on your healing journey as a compassionate, kind and supportive witness. Offering support to those healing from experiences of trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, anxiety, shame, codependency and relationship challenges. I would also be a good match for parents (soon to be parents, postpartum or parenting birth - 5 years old).

Hello! You've just taken one the most courageous steps one can take by acknowledging that you just might benefit from seeking guidance from someone else with the expertise to help walk you further down your path. After 26 years at Centerpoint SAMH Services in South Burlington, VT I am now in private practice where I am specializing in working with Adolescents/Young Adults/Adults and Families /Parents that are struggling with substance use and mental health concerns.

I enjoy working with young adults-adults on problems such as anxiety disorders, interpersonal issues, adjustment disorders, and the everyday stresses of life. I am goal oriented and work with the client to collaboratively define a treatment plan, such as developing coping skills, healthy communication, exploring traumas, and decreasing the presence of negative thoughts and behaviors. My intent is to create goals that will improve the clients life and help them be the most healed version of themself.

Change can be hard sometimes, but also rewarding and empowering. I am always honored to be a part of each client’s change process. Our collaborative work will focus on your hopes, goals, and the tools you already have to help you achieve them. We will identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and work to restructure them to your benefit.

My approach is to help you explore your inner world. This treatment allows you to understand yourself better, accept yourself, build better relationships and be more productive. I have a background as an MD and I have a good understanding of mind-body problems and multicultural issues since I lived and worked in several countries. Treatment options range from once a week to more intense multiple times a week.