Therapists in Stratton, VT
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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.
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Tony Parmenter - Emdr + Integrative Healing For Complex Trauma
Counselor, LMHC, LAADC, LCMHC, LCPC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jamaica, VT 05343 (Online Only)
I provide EMDR and other integrative therapies for healing complex and generational trauma and am currently accepting people interested in individual weekly therapy and half- and full-day intensives. My work is focused on helping your nervous system and inner child find freedom from wounds that are so deep, you may have never been aware of them. I have witnessed many of clients alleviate long-standing struggles/challenges related to Complex PTSD, unresolved childhood trauma, and related addiction issues through this work. I am the creator of TF-EMDR for nature-based work & MARS.
I provide EMDR and other integrative therapies for healing complex and generational trauma and am currently accepting people interested in individual weekly therapy and half- and full-day intensives. My work is focused on helping your nervous system and inner child find freedom from wounds that are so deep, you may have never been aware of them. I have witnessed many of clients alleviate long-standing struggles/challenges related to Complex PTSD, unresolved childhood trauma, and related addiction issues through this work. I am the creator of TF-EMDR for nature-based work & MARS.
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Amy Blazej
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Townshend, VT 05353 (Online Only)
I am seeking adults who want therapy on an outpatient basis. Do you feel that there are things you need to address to live your happiest life? Has therapy seemed intimidating, unapproachable, or unnecessary in the past? Do you need a place to express yourself beyond your family, friends and social connections? Do you need help identifying obstacles or patterns that are keeping you from where you want to be?
I am seeking adults who want therapy on an outpatient basis. Do you feel that there are things you need to address to live your happiest life? Has therapy seemed intimidating, unapproachable, or unnecessary in the past? Do you need a place to express yourself beyond your family, friends and social connections? Do you need help identifying obstacles or patterns that are keeping you from where you want to be?
![Photo of Jacqueline Diaz Maldonado, LMHC MA, LMHC CT, LMHC VT, LMHC NV, LPC/JD, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46b13abf-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Jacqueline Diaz Maldonado
Counselor, LMHC MA, LMHC CT, LMHC VT, LMHC NV, LPC/JD
Verified Verified
West Dover, VT 05356 (Online Only)
Telehealth sessions only. I use experiential techniques and integrative psychotherapy: Attachment Focus EMDR, Creative Arts EMDR, Internal Family Systems, ACT, Schema Therapy, Child Work, Integral Deep Listening, Ego States, DBT and STAIR. I offer dating, premarital, couples and Family Counseling. If you are looking understand and manage traumatic experiences, child wounds and to improve your relationships I am here to help you go deep into those problems. I offer supportive counseling using Christian concepts and ! accept clients of all religions and beliefs. Hypnosis services ( check your insurance and condition first)
Telehealth sessions only. I use experiential techniques and integrative psychotherapy: Attachment Focus EMDR, Creative Arts EMDR, Internal Family Systems, ACT, Schema Therapy, Child Work, Integral Deep Listening, Ego States, DBT and STAIR. I offer dating, premarital, couples and Family Counseling. If you are looking understand and manage traumatic experiences, child wounds and to improve your relationships I am here to help you go deep into those problems. I offer supportive counseling using Christian concepts and ! accept clients of all religions and beliefs. Hypnosis services ( check your insurance and condition first)
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Jennifer A Tattersall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCDP, CBIS
Verified Verified
West Dover, VT 05356
Not accepting new clients
Despite difficulties in life, I believe people have an amazing amount of resilience and strength. I work to enhance their strength that gets lost when overwhelmed by challenges. Using multiple modalities, individuals move beyond their old story and into the life they desire. I have heard from clients that "therapy has never helped me" and clients of mine have achieved their goals. I have specialty training with trauma which, by definition is "a deeply distressing or disturbing experience". I assist people in trusting their innate abilities to make decisions from a healthy perspective.
Despite difficulties in life, I believe people have an amazing amount of resilience and strength. I work to enhance their strength that gets lost when overwhelmed by challenges. Using multiple modalities, individuals move beyond their old story and into the life they desire. I have heard from clients that "therapy has never helped me" and clients of mine have achieved their goals. I have specialty training with trauma which, by definition is "a deeply distressing or disturbing experience". I assist people in trusting their innate abilities to make decisions from a healthy perspective.
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Traci Bartlett
Counselor, MSM, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
West Dover, VT 05356 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you or someone you care about facing some unexpected challenges and are looking for support to manage them? Have you noticed that you or a loved one are worrying more than usual? Do you or a loved one need assistance to build communication skills to help express your thoughts and feelings to others? As a parent are you noticing a change in your child's behavior, related to changes at home or school?
Are you or someone you care about facing some unexpected challenges and are looking for support to manage them? Have you noticed that you or a loved one are worrying more than usual? Do you or a loved one need assistance to build communication skills to help express your thoughts and feelings to others? As a parent are you noticing a change in your child's behavior, related to changes at home or school?
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As a Person Centered Therapist, a Certified Yoga Therapist with The International Association of Yoga Therapists, an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, and holding a Master’s Degree in Counseling from CW Post University, I blend Ayurveda, Yoga Therapy, and western counseling to support clients' social, emotional, and spiritual well-being. I help clients understand their unique constitution and develop self-care and empowerment practices. With over 25 years of experience in education and counseling, I also support parents in navigating their children's school and home challenges.
As a Person Centered Therapist, a Certified Yoga Therapist with The International Association of Yoga Therapists, an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, and holding a Master’s Degree in Counseling from CW Post University, I blend Ayurveda, Yoga Therapy, and western counseling to support clients' social, emotional, and spiritual well-being. I help clients understand their unique constitution and develop self-care and empowerment practices. With over 25 years of experience in education and counseling, I also support parents in navigating their children's school and home challenges.
Online Therapists
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I work primarily with children who have experienced trauma, and adults who care for them. Perhaps you are a parent or professional, struggling with issues of self-regulation, motivation and burn-out. Whether activated by issues from your own childhood, or navigating complexities of practice, I can help you reflect and transform how you show up at work and in your creative life. Reconnect with what you love, and have more available for others.
I work primarily with children who have experienced trauma, and adults who care for them. Perhaps you are a parent or professional, struggling with issues of self-regulation, motivation and burn-out. Whether activated by issues from your own childhood, or navigating complexities of practice, I can help you reflect and transform how you show up at work and in your creative life. Reconnect with what you love, and have more available for others.
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Deina K Olstad
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, CMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middlebury, VT 05753
Welcome. You may have arrived here seeking an increased sense of calm, connection, confidence, clarity and overall greater life fulfillment. You may be grappling with life transitions, relationships, early parenthood, or traumatic experiences that have given rise to a sense of overwhelm with heightened fear, sadness, anger, or confusion. These burdens can make it hard to find joy and meaning, feel connected, or show up in your daily life. In these times of vulnerability we can all use a guide for support in healing the past and coping and thriving in the present so that we may move closer to the meaningful lives we aspire to live.
Welcome. You may have arrived here seeking an increased sense of calm, connection, confidence, clarity and overall greater life fulfillment. You may be grappling with life transitions, relationships, early parenthood, or traumatic experiences that have given rise to a sense of overwhelm with heightened fear, sadness, anger, or confusion. These burdens can make it hard to find joy and meaning, feel connected, or show up in your daily life. In these times of vulnerability we can all use a guide for support in healing the past and coping and thriving in the present so that we may move closer to the meaningful lives we aspire to live.
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Anya Raven Hunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! These are stressful times. People are anxious, not sleeping well, finding it hard to cope, overeating, or turning to other not-so-healthy habits. Therapy CAN help! So can learning to take better care of yourself (including getting enough sleep and receiving real support) and improving your coping skills. And hypnotherapy and imagery can help shift habits and patterns that don't serve you, as well as help you access healing.
Accepting new clients! These are stressful times. People are anxious, not sleeping well, finding it hard to cope, overeating, or turning to other not-so-healthy habits. Therapy CAN help! So can learning to take better care of yourself (including getting enough sleep and receiving real support) and improving your coping skills. And hypnotherapy and imagery can help shift habits and patterns that don't serve you, as well as help you access healing.
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My primary client base consists of adolescents, young adults, families, and parents. I less frequently work directly with younger children. I find this work is best done as either parent-child work or parent support and training. For teens and young adults, I focus primarily on working with clients to develop strategies to manage the life events that they identify as interfering with important aspects of daily life. I use a strength and goal-based cognitive-behavioral framework to help develop concrete skills while providing a supportive and collaborative relationship with clients and families.
My primary client base consists of adolescents, young adults, families, and parents. I less frequently work directly with younger children. I find this work is best done as either parent-child work or parent support and training. For teens and young adults, I focus primarily on working with clients to develop strategies to manage the life events that they identify as interfering with important aspects of daily life. I use a strength and goal-based cognitive-behavioral framework to help develop concrete skills while providing a supportive and collaborative relationship with clients and families.
![Photo of Jane Shustin - Jane Shustin, LICSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/228c32d5-8bf7-4e14-b1e8-4c841999c74b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Jane Shustin, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
South Burlington, VT 05403 (Online Only)
Goddess Inspired Coaching is my new offering for women over 60 who want to self-actualize. The coaching model I created is intended to guide women to: Connect to the divine feminine and the Self, strengthen Courage and inner guidance and make soul-aligned Choices. It’s an enlivening process, both deep and fun, that honors and values what it means be a woman of crone age.
Goddess Inspired Coaching is my new offering for women over 60 who want to self-actualize. The coaching model I created is intended to guide women to: Connect to the divine feminine and the Self, strengthen Courage and inner guidance and make soul-aligned Choices. It’s an enlivening process, both deep and fun, that honors and values what it means be a woman of crone age.
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I offer concrete, effective strategies to parents, children, & adolescents to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns. My clients leave every session with a specific plan for exactly what to do to build skills or reduce problem behaviors, and improvement is usually quick to see. Children who benefit from my services exhibit a very broad range of challenges, including ADHD-related impulsivity and hyperactivity, aggression, oppositionality, "attitude", anxiety, ASD-related social skills deficits and challenges, enuresis, encopresis, and sleeping issues - just to name a few.
I offer concrete, effective strategies to parents, children, & adolescents to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental concerns. My clients leave every session with a specific plan for exactly what to do to build skills or reduce problem behaviors, and improvement is usually quick to see. Children who benefit from my services exhibit a very broad range of challenges, including ADHD-related impulsivity and hyperactivity, aggression, oppositionality, "attitude", anxiety, ASD-related social skills deficits and challenges, enuresis, encopresis, and sleeping issues - just to name a few.
My goal is to create a warm and supportive environment that allows for vulnerability, curiosity, and a trusting therapeutic relationship. I believe in fostering genuine human connection to work together to identify goals, explore life challenges, and make meaningful change. I always meet clients with kindness, humor, and compassion.
My goal is to create a warm and supportive environment that allows for vulnerability, curiosity, and a trusting therapeutic relationship. I believe in fostering genuine human connection to work together to identify goals, explore life challenges, and make meaningful change. I always meet clients with kindness, humor, and compassion.
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I am now maintaining a waitlist; contact for scheduling options. Adolescence and adulthood are challenging; coping with anxiety, depression, and the daily barriers of life can easily complicate things further. You may struggle to cope with and find balance between the frustrations of school, relationships, work, and family. Maybe you feel it is time to focus on personal growth and seek harmony. Taking the first steps can feel extraordinarily challenging but I will be there to provide support and guidance within your journey. I believe everyone has the capacity to manage life's challenges and I can provide you the skills to do so.
I am now maintaining a waitlist; contact for scheduling options. Adolescence and adulthood are challenging; coping with anxiety, depression, and the daily barriers of life can easily complicate things further. You may struggle to cope with and find balance between the frustrations of school, relationships, work, and family. Maybe you feel it is time to focus on personal growth and seek harmony. Taking the first steps can feel extraordinarily challenging but I will be there to provide support and guidance within your journey. I believe everyone has the capacity to manage life's challenges and I can provide you the skills to do so.
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For over 35 years, as both a fertility psychologist and OB/GYN with a strong interest in infertility, I have loved helping people on their fertility journey. Are you on a fertility journey? Have you experienced obstacles along the way? Perhaps nothing is as disempowering as struggling with fertility. For many of us, issues with fertility mark the first time that we've wanted our bodies to do something that they seem not capable of doing. Challenges with fertility are traumatic experiences. Is it any wonder why we may be struggling?
For over 35 years, as both a fertility psychologist and OB/GYN with a strong interest in infertility, I have loved helping people on their fertility journey. Are you on a fertility journey? Have you experienced obstacles along the way? Perhaps nothing is as disempowering as struggling with fertility. For many of us, issues with fertility mark the first time that we've wanted our bodies to do something that they seem not capable of doing. Challenges with fertility are traumatic experiences. Is it any wonder why we may be struggling?
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Alison Hunt McKenney
Counselor, LCMHC, ATR, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Middlebury, VT 05753 (Online Only)
I have been practicing as an Art Therapist and Counselor in Vermont for over 13 years, working with individuals and families who are in need of support. I have a holistic approach to therapy and am a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider. I integrate nutritional interventions, mindfulness and art therapy into my practice to address the mental, physical and spiritual wellness of my clients. I specialize in helping individuals and families with issues around life transitions, stress management, anxiety, depression, grief, communication, and emotional regulation.
I have been practicing as an Art Therapist and Counselor in Vermont for over 13 years, working with individuals and families who are in need of support. I have a holistic approach to therapy and am a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider. I integrate nutritional interventions, mindfulness and art therapy into my practice to address the mental, physical and spiritual wellness of my clients. I specialize in helping individuals and families with issues around life transitions, stress management, anxiety, depression, grief, communication, and emotional regulation.
![Photo of Aubrey Welch, LCMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/17ad6158-9efd-4edf-819b-395e0e8e799c/2/320x400.jpeg)
I think the connection between a therapist and client is the most important aspect of the counseling work. When a good relationship is established you can reach your goals and challenge yourself in an environment that feels safe. I enjoy working with children, teens, and families in a variety of ways. I also enjoy supporting parents with the many challenges of raising children in todays society. My theoretical approach is supported by Internal Family Systems theory where we will work with parts of self to help understand, and support a healthier version of ourselves.
I think the connection between a therapist and client is the most important aspect of the counseling work. When a good relationship is established you can reach your goals and challenge yourself in an environment that feels safe. I enjoy working with children, teens, and families in a variety of ways. I also enjoy supporting parents with the many challenges of raising children in todays society. My theoretical approach is supported by Internal Family Systems theory where we will work with parts of self to help understand, and support a healthier version of ourselves.
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Accepting new telehealth clients. I help clients understand more clearly what they want and how to move forward with more joy. I often work with people experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or grief, or who are navigating a life transition—loss of a loved one, empty nest, divorce, career change, or figuring out "what's next." As a mental health counselor, life & career coach, and therapeutic yoga teacher, I draw from a range of techniques to match the needs of each client.
Accepting new telehealth clients. I help clients understand more clearly what they want and how to move forward with more joy. I often work with people experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, or grief, or who are navigating a life transition—loss of a loved one, empty nest, divorce, career change, or figuring out "what's next." As a mental health counselor, life & career coach, and therapeutic yoga teacher, I draw from a range of techniques to match the needs of each client.
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Kalie C. Harrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401 (Online Only)
Immediate openings via telehealth for Maine, Vermont + North Carolina clients - Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a trauma therapist who works with women, trans + non-binary teens + adults. I focus heavily on my client relationships to ensure you can feel safe and comfortable with me. While trauma is my specialty, I also find much meaning in helping women feel empowered by (instead of a prisoner to) their depression. My hope is to help you live your life in a more meaningful and self-compassionate way. You deserve all of the kindness and warmth.
Immediate openings via telehealth for Maine, Vermont + North Carolina clients - Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a trauma therapist who works with women, trans + non-binary teens + adults. I focus heavily on my client relationships to ensure you can feel safe and comfortable with me. While trauma is my specialty, I also find much meaning in helping women feel empowered by (instead of a prisoner to) their depression. My hope is to help you live your life in a more meaningful and self-compassionate way. You deserve all of the kindness and warmth.
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Stratton, VT
< 10
Therapists in Stratton, VT who prioritize treating:
100% | Relationship Issues |
100% | Depression |
100% | Anxiety |
100% | Addiction |
100% | Chronic Pain |
100% | Grief |
100% | Parenting |
Average years in practice
24 Years
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
How Therapists in Stratton, VT see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Stratton?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.