LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Shelburne, VT
Cassandra Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482
Revive and Thrive Relational Therapy is a private practice specializing in relationships providing therapy services to anyone located in the state of Washington, Florida or Vermont. As a trained marriage and family therapist, I work to improve each relationship dynamic that comes in. I am sex and kink positive, LGBTQIA+ inclusive and relationship focused (including poly and non-monogamy). Relational therapy can be difficult, but as we work together, your lives will become more harmonious.
Revive and Thrive Relational Therapy is a private practice specializing in relationships providing therapy services to anyone located in the state of Washington, Florida or Vermont. As a trained marriage and family therapist, I work to improve each relationship dynamic that comes in. I am sex and kink positive, LGBTQIA+ inclusive and relationship focused (including poly and non-monogamy). Relational therapy can be difficult, but as we work together, your lives will become more harmonious.
Jack Wildwood
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shelburne, VT 05482
Individuals of all gender, sexual, and racial identities are welcome at my practice! I believe in the importance of providing a safe and affirming space for individuals to feel curious about and explore themselves, their experiences, and their relationships. I also hope to encourage folks to feel curious about what they are currently holding onto that no longer serves them. I always hope to act as a fellow traveler with folks on their journeys to find and create meaning. I also believe in the importance of empowerment and a positive therapeutic relationship.
Individuals of all gender, sexual, and racial identities are welcome at my practice! I believe in the importance of providing a safe and affirming space for individuals to feel curious about and explore themselves, their experiences, and their relationships. I also hope to encourage folks to feel curious about what they are currently holding onto that no longer serves them. I always hope to act as a fellow traveler with folks on their journeys to find and create meaning. I also believe in the importance of empowerment and a positive therapeutic relationship.
Ashley Holmes
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
We all arrive on this Earth with a plan. Sometimes the plan gets muddled, confusing and scary. Sometimes our labeling of these experiences as “bad” can create stagnation in growth and deny us the insight that we need to stretch into our higher versions of self. When we become aware of this, choice in growth is present. Growth is constant and never ending, especially during challenging times/barriers. However, we only grow when we embrace and feel curious about the uncomfortability. Making space for curiosity allows for integration of wisdom brought by the lessons in our suffering.
We all arrive on this Earth with a plan. Sometimes the plan gets muddled, confusing and scary. Sometimes our labeling of these experiences as “bad” can create stagnation in growth and deny us the insight that we need to stretch into our higher versions of self. When we become aware of this, choice in growth is present. Growth is constant and never ending, especially during challenging times/barriers. However, we only grow when we embrace and feel curious about the uncomfortability. Making space for curiosity allows for integration of wisdom brought by the lessons in our suffering.
Emily Fogle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
As people, we have a deep need to be understood, and one of the most profound ways to do this is in a safe, trusting, and affirming therapeutic relationship. As a therapist, I work with individuals using a psychodynamic approach. My role as such is to help you identify your needs and put your inner experience at the center, engaging both mind and body, so that barriers to your well-being can be lifted. In my practice, I look to be responsive, collaborative, and affirmative when working with folks' intersecting identities and how those identities show up within the therapeutic relationship.
As people, we have a deep need to be understood, and one of the most profound ways to do this is in a safe, trusting, and affirming therapeutic relationship. As a therapist, I work with individuals using a psychodynamic approach. My role as such is to help you identify your needs and put your inner experience at the center, engaging both mind and body, so that barriers to your well-being can be lifted. In my practice, I look to be responsive, collaborative, and affirmative when working with folks' intersecting identities and how those identities show up within the therapeutic relationship.
Sarah Yzkanin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
I believe that change happens with hope, expectation and motivation; hope that things can improve, expectation that therapy can help and the motivation to do things differently. Like the moonflower that blooms in the darkness, at Moonflower Counseling LLC, I believe that people can emerge and blossom from dark times. My sessions are offered solely online to provide you with the opportunity to engage in therapy wherever is comfortable, private and convenient for you. I work to identify what matters most to my clients and to create a positive, warm, unassuming and caring clinical environment for clients to thrive best in.
I believe that change happens with hope, expectation and motivation; hope that things can improve, expectation that therapy can help and the motivation to do things differently. Like the moonflower that blooms in the darkness, at Moonflower Counseling LLC, I believe that people can emerge and blossom from dark times. My sessions are offered solely online to provide you with the opportunity to engage in therapy wherever is comfortable, private and convenient for you. I work to identify what matters most to my clients and to create a positive, warm, unassuming and caring clinical environment for clients to thrive best in.
Rebecca Boedges
Counselor, MA, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck? Wondering how you got to where you are in life? Relationship issues? Overwhelmed? Sad? Wanting to make a change but don't know where to begin? These are often the concerns my clients bring into therapy. Through our work together, we find the way forward; no issue is too big or too small. Counseling can help and contrary to popular belief, it can be fun and healing at the same time!
Feeling stuck? Wondering how you got to where you are in life? Relationship issues? Overwhelmed? Sad? Wanting to make a change but don't know where to begin? These are often the concerns my clients bring into therapy. Through our work together, we find the way forward; no issue is too big or too small. Counseling can help and contrary to popular belief, it can be fun and healing at the same time!
Barbara Boutsikaris
Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shelburne, VT 05482
Waitlist for new clients
For over three decades I have counseled individuals, couples and families. I love my work. I am a Vermont Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Supervisor, Consultant, Adjunct Professor, Keynote/Workshop Presenter and Non-Denominational Minister. Informed by Family Systems Theory, Relational Life Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I will stay curious and interested in your work, give you my undivided attention, communicate understanding, witness your feelings, challenge your stressful beliefs, provide direction and support, and believe in your ability to think and act in new ways.
For over three decades I have counseled individuals, couples and families. I love my work. I am a Vermont Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Supervisor, Consultant, Adjunct Professor, Keynote/Workshop Presenter and Non-Denominational Minister. Informed by Family Systems Theory, Relational Life Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I will stay curious and interested in your work, give you my undivided attention, communicate understanding, witness your feelings, challenge your stressful beliefs, provide direction and support, and believe in your ability to think and act in new ways.
Brian Tobin
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482
Waitlist for new clients
I offer integrative psychotherapy in Shelburne, Vermont, and via teletherapy. I believe that psychotherapy can support an individual in living a purpose-driven life that includes dynamic relationships and genuine self-expression in all facets of life. My work revolves around supporting individuals to access their inner, emotional world. Through this process, one can broaden their sense of themself and live a more full and dynamic life. The therapeutic relationship can serve as a unique platform on which one can explore all facets of themselves with a freedom that is rarely accessible elsewhere in life.
I offer integrative psychotherapy in Shelburne, Vermont, and via teletherapy. I believe that psychotherapy can support an individual in living a purpose-driven life that includes dynamic relationships and genuine self-expression in all facets of life. My work revolves around supporting individuals to access their inner, emotional world. Through this process, one can broaden their sense of themself and live a more full and dynamic life. The therapeutic relationship can serve as a unique platform on which one can explore all facets of themselves with a freedom that is rarely accessible elsewhere in life.
Dr Teresa Meyer Shelburne Adult & Child Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, FIPA
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with people who are curious about who they are and what feelings and ideas make them unique. At times we all become confused or discouraged in the pursuit of our personal goals or in the relationships with those close to us. It is at these moments we can use the help of someone trained to listen carefully and help us to untangle some of the misperceptions or distortions that may be getting in our way. It is a humbling and hopeful experience to embark on therapy to make change in ourselves.
I enjoy working with people who are curious about who they are and what feelings and ideas make them unique. At times we all become confused or discouraged in the pursuit of our personal goals or in the relationships with those close to us. It is at these moments we can use the help of someone trained to listen carefully and help us to untangle some of the misperceptions or distortions that may be getting in our way. It is a humbling and hopeful experience to embark on therapy to make change in ourselves.
Rae Anne Barry
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482
Waitlist for new clients
I work with a person to identify their concerns , to help them solve their presenting difficulty's. People are often surprised that they can solve a problem much more quickly than they expected. I tailor my approach to the needs of the individual.
I work with a person to identify their concerns , to help them solve their presenting difficulty's. People are often surprised that they can solve a problem much more quickly than they expected. I tailor my approach to the needs of the individual.
William Butler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482
Waitlist for new clients
If you're reading this you're probably unhappy and hoping to make a change, or perhaps you want to experience yourself at a deeper level. I work with people experiencing a range of problems, from mild dissatisfaction to overwhelming anxiety and despair. In my experience the critical factor in choosing a therapist is fit. The best way to see if a therapist is right for you is to have an initial meeting and see how you feel.
If you're reading this you're probably unhappy and hoping to make a change, or perhaps you want to experience yourself at a deeper level. I work with people experiencing a range of problems, from mild dissatisfaction to overwhelming anxiety and despair. In my experience the critical factor in choosing a therapist is fit. The best way to see if a therapist is right for you is to have an initial meeting and see how you feel.
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Linda Wackerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shelburne, VT 05482
I collaborate with my clients to work on what is important to them, integrating my knowledge and clinical experience to guide the process. I believe that everyone has problems at times, and that these can prevent us from having the relationships and lives we desire. I see therapy as a dialogue and am active and direct in the process. I will partner with you to change old patterns and to draw out your strengths. Most people say I have a genuine, down to earth manner which makes it possible to feel safe and speak openly.
I collaborate with my clients to work on what is important to them, integrating my knowledge and clinical experience to guide the process. I believe that everyone has problems at times, and that these can prevent us from having the relationships and lives we desire. I see therapy as a dialogue and am active and direct in the process. I will partner with you to change old patterns and to draw out your strengths. Most people say I have a genuine, down to earth manner which makes it possible to feel safe and speak openly.
Towanda Geary
Pre-Licensed Professional, RN, BSN, MA
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482
My work as an Emotional Support Life Coach is enhanced by my background in psychotherapy and nursing. It brings a progressive approach to self-healing. Using a myriad of techniques including hypnotherapy, EMDR, Reiki and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, I work with individuals and families to identify personal strengths locked behind negative energy. I work to empower others to discover their truth, harmonize personal healing and define a positive pathway to life-long happiness. I specialize in treating trauma due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
My work as an Emotional Support Life Coach is enhanced by my background in psychotherapy and nursing. It brings a progressive approach to self-healing. Using a myriad of techniques including hypnotherapy, EMDR, Reiki and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, I work with individuals and families to identify personal strengths locked behind negative energy. I work to empower others to discover their truth, harmonize personal healing and define a positive pathway to life-long happiness. I specialize in treating trauma due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
Carter Branley
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for support around a concern in your life? Do you sense that exploring those concerns in a caring and open environment with a professional counselor could be helpful? If yes, I encourage you to give me a call or email today. Over my time as a professional counselor, I have worked with hundreds of clients experiencing a diverse array of life concerns and/or circumstances and who have found support and solace in the counseling space. As a counselor it is my highest goal for you to feel understood, respected, and cared for as we explore together.
Are you looking for support around a concern in your life? Do you sense that exploring those concerns in a caring and open environment with a professional counselor could be helpful? If yes, I encourage you to give me a call or email today. Over my time as a professional counselor, I have worked with hundreds of clients experiencing a diverse array of life concerns and/or circumstances and who have found support and solace in the counseling space. As a counselor it is my highest goal for you to feel understood, respected, and cared for as we explore together.
Christene Lozano (Certified Sex Therapist)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CST, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with sexual concerns, you have come to the right place. Some sexual concerns may include: low/high sexual desire, desire discrepancy, a sexless relationship, sexual difficulties (e.g. painful sex, early/delayed ejaculation), sexual trauma, rebuilding emotional and sexual intimacy, and unhealthy relationship patterns. Or perhaps you are struggling with compulsive sexual behaviors. You have realized that your sexual thoughts and behaviors are getting out of hand, or you have discovered that your partner is compulsively using sex or porn. You are feeling understandably betrayed, hurt, angry, and confused.
If you are struggling with sexual concerns, you have come to the right place. Some sexual concerns may include: low/high sexual desire, desire discrepancy, a sexless relationship, sexual difficulties (e.g. painful sex, early/delayed ejaculation), sexual trauma, rebuilding emotional and sexual intimacy, and unhealthy relationship patterns. Or perhaps you are struggling with compulsive sexual behaviors. You have realized that your sexual thoughts and behaviors are getting out of hand, or you have discovered that your partner is compulsively using sex or porn. You are feeling understandably betrayed, hurt, angry, and confused.
Kate Littlefield
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shelburne, VT 05482
If getting pregnant is harder than expected, parenting isn't what you thought it would be, you are struggling and don't know why, feeling nervous or anxious, missing your life before the baby(ies), struggling with scary thoughts, feeling disconnected from your partner and/or those around you, I can help. Whether it's your first child or your third, whether you gave birth or adopted, sometimes the transition into parenthood or parenting changes can catch us off guard. That's where I come in. I am here for you and we'll figure it out together.
If getting pregnant is harder than expected, parenting isn't what you thought it would be, you are struggling and don't know why, feeling nervous or anxious, missing your life before the baby(ies), struggling with scary thoughts, feeling disconnected from your partner and/or those around you, I can help. Whether it's your first child or your third, whether you gave birth or adopted, sometimes the transition into parenthood or parenting changes can catch us off guard. That's where I come in. I am here for you and we'll figure it out together.
Tess Lebowitz, MS, LLC
Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I approach the therapeutic relationship with authenticity, warmth, humor and non-judgment while meeting clients where they are. My approach is collaborative and curious, placing you as the expert of your own life while offering insight, compassionate support and holding space for vulnerability throughout the healing process. I believe all struggles in life to be valid and worthy of acceptance and empathy and I believe in the human capacity for resiliency. I place strong emphasis on building a trusting and safe client-therapist alliance and I strive to empower my clients while working together toward goals and desired life changes.
I approach the therapeutic relationship with authenticity, warmth, humor and non-judgment while meeting clients where they are. My approach is collaborative and curious, placing you as the expert of your own life while offering insight, compassionate support and holding space for vulnerability throughout the healing process. I believe all struggles in life to be valid and worthy of acceptance and empathy and I believe in the human capacity for resiliency. I place strong emphasis on building a trusting and safe client-therapist alliance and I strive to empower my clients while working together toward goals and desired life changes.
Brendan Van Tuinen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482
I provide psychotherapy to adults by helping them heal through awareness and self-knowledge. I listen to understand the individual and help facilitate a trusting therapeutic relationship. Through listening and understanding I can help to bring positive change in your life. I encourage the exploration of the conscious and unconscious mind to help identify core causes of your issue. By identifying the core causes of your issue with the help of a trusting therapeutic relationship we can replace unhealthy beliefs and behaviors with healthy ones.
I provide psychotherapy to adults by helping them heal through awareness and self-knowledge. I listen to understand the individual and help facilitate a trusting therapeutic relationship. Through listening and understanding I can help to bring positive change in your life. I encourage the exploration of the conscious and unconscious mind to help identify core causes of your issue. By identifying the core causes of your issue with the help of a trusting therapeutic relationship we can replace unhealthy beliefs and behaviors with healthy ones.
Lisa Rose Pisani
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
A medical diagnoses or loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. I specialize in clients and their families navigating cancer or other medical illnesses, end-of-life, or grief. I incorporate spirituality when appropriate. I also work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma from societal oppression, and women’s issues. My aim is to help clients traverse challenges, discover healthy solutions, develop resilience, build coping skills, and experience inner peace. I collaborate with individuals, couples, and families to help them reach their full potential. Please email me detailing your counseling needs.
A medical diagnoses or loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. I specialize in clients and their families navigating cancer or other medical illnesses, end-of-life, or grief. I incorporate spirituality when appropriate. I also work with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma from societal oppression, and women’s issues. My aim is to help clients traverse challenges, discover healthy solutions, develop resilience, build coping skills, and experience inner peace. I collaborate with individuals, couples, and families to help them reach their full potential. Please email me detailing your counseling needs.
Jane Beaumont Snyder
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482 (Online Only)
I see a state of imbalance in the world that affects all beings and brings out our collective and individual defenses. These intersect with trauma, relationship issues, fear, anxiety, grief, and depression to create patterns of disharmony within our lives and our dynamics with others. Whatever brings you to therapy, I believe that therapy can help ease the burden. I see therapy as a process of co-creatively and compassionately tending to threads of discord that have become intransigent, freeing new pathways of thinking, feeling, and being. With time and attention, therapy can help cultivate and strengthen an inner balance.
I see a state of imbalance in the world that affects all beings and brings out our collective and individual defenses. These intersect with trauma, relationship issues, fear, anxiety, grief, and depression to create patterns of disharmony within our lives and our dynamics with others. Whatever brings you to therapy, I believe that therapy can help ease the burden. I see therapy as a process of co-creatively and compassionately tending to threads of discord that have become intransigent, freeing new pathways of thinking, feeling, and being. With time and attention, therapy can help cultivate and strengthen an inner balance.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.