Female Therapists in South Hero, VT
Finding relief, support, meaning, and a clear path forward are the goals of most of my clients. We work together on both practical possibilities and internal understanding. A major part of the process is increasing the ability to really see and use the goodness within oneself to not only navigate complicated situations or recover from painful events but to find a sort of personal freedom capable of improving the quality of everyday life. Exercising this victory muscle can be a deeply spiritual endeavor. I invite you to call me to explore our potential for a mutually comfortable fit.
Finding relief, support, meaning, and a clear path forward are the goals of most of my clients. We work together on both practical possibilities and internal understanding. A major part of the process is increasing the ability to really see and use the goodness within oneself to not only navigate complicated situations or recover from painful events but to find a sort of personal freedom capable of improving the quality of everyday life. Exercising this victory muscle can be a deeply spiritual endeavor. I invite you to call me to explore our potential for a mutually comfortable fit.
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I believe that therapy is most effective when it is empathic, collaborative, non-judgemental and non-pathologizing. I am deeply interested in the uniqueness of each human being who comes to me. By talking together in ways which nurture curiosity, compassion and insight we will look at what troubles you, what brings you hope, and which patterns of thinking/feeling/being you are engaging in that are not serving you well now.
I believe that therapy is most effective when it is empathic, collaborative, non-judgemental and non-pathologizing. I am deeply interested in the uniqueness of each human being who comes to me. By talking together in ways which nurture curiosity, compassion and insight we will look at what troubles you, what brings you hope, and which patterns of thinking/feeling/being you are engaging in that are not serving you well now.
You want to feel confident and in control of who you are, but deep down you are struggling with the pressure to have it all together. You never feel good enough. You're tired and frustrated, you overthink and constantly second-guess yourself. It might be hard to remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You're ready to feel safe and connected in your relationships. You're ready to feel fulfilled in your work, creativity, and passions. Most of all, you're ready to love yourself fully and experience hope.
You want to feel confident and in control of who you are, but deep down you are struggling with the pressure to have it all together. You never feel good enough. You're tired and frustrated, you overthink and constantly second-guess yourself. It might be hard to remember a time when things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You're ready to feel safe and connected in your relationships. You're ready to feel fulfilled in your work, creativity, and passions. Most of all, you're ready to love yourself fully and experience hope.
Annie Mell
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LPC, ATR-BC, MBA-HA
Verified Verified
Milton, VT 05468 (Online Only)
People approach my door with different degrees of readiness for change, hope for the future, and understanding of themselves. I aim to guide you in building the life you want with confidence, whether you are new to therapy or a seasoned pro. Together, we will navigate your depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, disordered eating, trauma, and other challenges. As no two people are alike, my approach to therapy is varied based on your needs, which may include challenging long-held beliefs, listening and validation, or bringing a sense of humor into the room.
People approach my door with different degrees of readiness for change, hope for the future, and understanding of themselves. I aim to guide you in building the life you want with confidence, whether you are new to therapy or a seasoned pro. Together, we will navigate your depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, disordered eating, trauma, and other challenges. As no two people are alike, my approach to therapy is varied based on your needs, which may include challenging long-held beliefs, listening and validation, or bringing a sense of humor into the room.
Life’s challenges sometimes can feel like mountains which we are never going to get over or storms that we may never be able to see another sunset or sunrise. This is when we need a little helping hand that I can provide to allow you to move within the world in a healthier and more fulfilling way. I work with adults, adolescences, preadolescences, children, and families to help get through their challenges. I enjoy age diversity. I have over 20 years of experience with children and teens either as a teacher, athletic coach, or a counselor.
Life’s challenges sometimes can feel like mountains which we are never going to get over or storms that we may never be able to see another sunset or sunrise. This is when we need a little helping hand that I can provide to allow you to move within the world in a healthier and more fulfilling way. I work with adults, adolescences, preadolescences, children, and families to help get through their challenges. I enjoy age diversity. I have over 20 years of experience with children and teens either as a teacher, athletic coach, or a counselor.
Financial stress, chores, school, work, parenting, relationships, family obligations, aging, health concerns, political & social upheaval, and the list goes on. Some days it feels impossible to make it through the day. It seems like the world has sped up, leaving less time to do more things. Time for yourself feels non-existent. In one word? Overwhelming! I am here to help you slow down and make sense of this madness. With over twenty-five years in the field, including the last decade in private practice, I offer a therapeutic experience founded on respect, compassion, and dignity, that is specifically created for you!
Financial stress, chores, school, work, parenting, relationships, family obligations, aging, health concerns, political & social upheaval, and the list goes on. Some days it feels impossible to make it through the day. It seems like the world has sped up, leaving less time to do more things. Time for yourself feels non-existent. In one word? Overwhelming! I am here to help you slow down and make sense of this madness. With over twenty-five years in the field, including the last decade in private practice, I offer a therapeutic experience founded on respect, compassion, and dignity, that is specifically created for you!
Life presents challenges sometimes. Learning how to access our resiliency, explore negative thought patterns, and strengthen new positive beliefs assists us in creating and maintaining a thriving daily life. I recognize that each person is diverse, having a unique family, social, and cultural history, and that healing and growth can be dependent on numerous factors. I use therapy methods that help bridge communication with children, youth and adults. I hold also hold BA in studio art that contributes to the creativity element of my work with individuals.
Life presents challenges sometimes. Learning how to access our resiliency, explore negative thought patterns, and strengthen new positive beliefs assists us in creating and maintaining a thriving daily life. I recognize that each person is diverse, having a unique family, social, and cultural history, and that healing and growth can be dependent on numerous factors. I use therapy methods that help bridge communication with children, youth and adults. I hold also hold BA in studio art that contributes to the creativity element of my work with individuals.
My mission is to offer individuals a safe environment to create, establish and navigate their emotions by offering a variety of therapeutic techniques. I see myself as a guide along the path to your journey of self healing. Through establishing a therapeutic approach together, the goal is to guide you to identify and experience your voice. My treatment style is both educational and theory-based.
My mission is to offer individuals a safe environment to create, establish and navigate their emotions by offering a variety of therapeutic techniques. I see myself as a guide along the path to your journey of self healing. Through establishing a therapeutic approach together, the goal is to guide you to identify and experience your voice. My treatment style is both educational and theory-based.
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.
NOW accepting clients from across Vermont into my practice. I'm Melanie (she/her). Please reach out if you’d like to work with me! People enter into the therapeutic relationship for all different reasons. I sure have. Maybe this is your first time exploring the idea of therapy or you are returning to therapy after a time away or you are just wanting to change things up a bit. I love hearing people’s stories and am comfortable sitting with someone through the difficult parts of them. Having worked in human services for over a decade, I have found carrying a presence with what people share truly an honor. I am so glad you are here!
NOW accepting clients from across Vermont into my practice. I'm Melanie (she/her). Please reach out if you’d like to work with me! People enter into the therapeutic relationship for all different reasons. I sure have. Maybe this is your first time exploring the idea of therapy or you are returning to therapy after a time away or you are just wanting to change things up a bit. I love hearing people’s stories and am comfortable sitting with someone through the difficult parts of them. Having worked in human services for over a decade, I have found carrying a presence with what people share truly an honor. I am so glad you are here!
Hi there. Thanks for stopping to read my blurb. My name is Nikki and I have worked in the Community Mental Health field for over 20 years. I have had the pleasure of working with many types of people in various stages of need- from case management to Crisis Intervention and support. I feel honored that people have let me into their lives and be witness to such vulnerable parts. I'm invested in working with people and meeting them where they are at. I believe that people can do incredible things and that at times we all need some support, guidance and someone to talk and process with- I'd love the chance to be that person.
Hi there. Thanks for stopping to read my blurb. My name is Nikki and I have worked in the Community Mental Health field for over 20 years. I have had the pleasure of working with many types of people in various stages of need- from case management to Crisis Intervention and support. I feel honored that people have let me into their lives and be witness to such vulnerable parts. I'm invested in working with people and meeting them where they are at. I believe that people can do incredible things and that at times we all need some support, guidance and someone to talk and process with- I'd love the chance to be that person.
Genevieve King
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05408 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to general psychotherapy, I provide services to women experiencing reproductive health challenges/maternal mental health, refugee mental health, chronic illness, and issues surrounding diversity/experiences of difference.
Welcome! It can be very difficult asking for help. Through my engaged and compassionate therapeutic style, I work to lessen the difficulty. I believe that throughout all of our lives we find ourselves navigating transition, relational difficulties, illness, distress, and growth. During these times, there can be a range of experiences from mild dissatisfaction to anxiety and despair. My practice centers on fostering an empathic and authentic therapeutic environment in which there is acceptance and safety in exploring and making meaning out of your experiences and internal world.
In addition to general psychotherapy, I provide services to women experiencing reproductive health challenges/maternal mental health, refugee mental health, chronic illness, and issues surrounding diversity/experiences of difference.
Welcome! It can be very difficult asking for help. Through my engaged and compassionate therapeutic style, I work to lessen the difficulty. I believe that throughout all of our lives we find ourselves navigating transition, relational difficulties, illness, distress, and growth. During these times, there can be a range of experiences from mild dissatisfaction to anxiety and despair. My practice centers on fostering an empathic and authentic therapeutic environment in which there is acceptance and safety in exploring and making meaning out of your experiences and internal world.
Tory Stickney
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LADC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Milton, VT 05468 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Specializing in supporting folks through pregnancy, post-partum, parenting, and other life adventures (i.e. career changes, attending college, existential, relationship concerns, self-evolution). Prioritizing your needs by creating a space to reflect, process and mindfully move through your experiences while also incorporating ways to integrate insights outside of therapy. Those interested in mindful self-exploration and deeper healing to develop a greater sense of well-being find my collaborative, somatic-experiential approach to be a good fit. I use an attachment-based, relational treatment modality.
Specializing in supporting folks through pregnancy, post-partum, parenting, and other life adventures (i.e. career changes, attending college, existential, relationship concerns, self-evolution). Prioritizing your needs by creating a space to reflect, process and mindfully move through your experiences while also incorporating ways to integrate insights outside of therapy. Those interested in mindful self-exploration and deeper healing to develop a greater sense of well-being find my collaborative, somatic-experiential approach to be a good fit. I use an attachment-based, relational treatment modality.
I work with people with multiple cultural backgrounds and have led therapeutic Gaming group, Women’s empowerment group, Grief groups and Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy classes.
At this moment, I accept only clients who are interested in Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy class. I don't have availability for individual therapy.
I work with people with multiple cultural backgrounds and have led therapeutic Gaming group, Women’s empowerment group, Grief groups and Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy classes.
At this moment, I accept only clients who are interested in Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy class. I don't have availability for individual therapy.
I am currently seeing clients both in person and via telehealth. I offer individual and couples therapy for adults, with an emphasis on holistic approaches and nurturing insight. My goal is to provide a compassionate space within which you can be vulnerable and curious, while diving into some self-examination. I believe in working to develop self-awareness, somatic recognition, and creating new boundaries. My approach is eclectic, holistic, and tailored to the individual.
I am currently seeing clients both in person and via telehealth. I offer individual and couples therapy for adults, with an emphasis on holistic approaches and nurturing insight. My goal is to provide a compassionate space within which you can be vulnerable and curious, while diving into some self-examination. I believe in working to develop self-awareness, somatic recognition, and creating new boundaries. My approach is eclectic, holistic, and tailored to the individual.
Chantal Donahue, LMHC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Milton, VT 05468
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.
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.
Oftentimes clients come to therapy stuck in patterns that are not serving them well, and they do not understand how they ended up where they are. My goal in working with clients is to help them know, understand, and have compassion for themselves, and in the case of couples and families, for each other as well. I provide a safe and nurturing environment where clients are free to express their thoughts and feelings, and I work to help them make sense of it all. My goal is to meet clients where they are, and give them the tools to get to where they want to be emotionally and psychologically.
Oftentimes clients come to therapy stuck in patterns that are not serving them well, and they do not understand how they ended up where they are. My goal in working with clients is to help them know, understand, and have compassion for themselves, and in the case of couples and families, for each other as well. I provide a safe and nurturing environment where clients are free to express their thoughts and feelings, and I work to help them make sense of it all. My goal is to meet clients where they are, and give them the tools to get to where they want to be emotionally and psychologically.
Karinne Comenzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
Colchester, VT 05446 (Online Only)
I believe everyone should be in therapy. There is a true benefit to having a person to talk to who is not personally involved in the outcome and the decisions you choose. I come to each session wanting to connect with you as an individual, identify the things you want, need, and desire out of life and assist in your plan to get where you want to be.
I believe everyone should be in therapy. There is a true benefit to having a person to talk to who is not personally involved in the outcome and the decisions you choose. I come to each session wanting to connect with you as an individual, identify the things you want, need, and desire out of life and assist in your plan to get where you want to be.
Amy L. Adams MS, LMHC, LADC
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LADC
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05408 (Online Only)
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Leah Oklan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05408 (Online Only)
Depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues, life transitions - I offer a safe, non-judgmental, supportive space where we can focus on the work that feels most important for you. I am currently offering tele-therapy sessions! Please give me a call!
Depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment issues, life transitions - I offer a safe, non-judgmental, supportive space where we can focus on the work that feels most important for you. I am currently offering tele-therapy sessions! Please give me a call!
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.