Photo of Ezra Maurer, Psychologist in Vermont
Ezra Maurer
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Saint Albans, VT 05478
In private practice since 2006, I continue to feel honored to get to know my clients. My hope with each person is that we will create a space together in which a unique healing relationship may unfold. To facilitate that space, I tend to focus on your feelings and how they are held in the body; on past experiences and how they relate to current feelings and relational patterns; on how relational patterns may be being repeated within the therapy; on the richness of your internal world (that emerges, for example, in dreams, daydreams, artwork, etc.); and on awareness itself, within which all of the above happens.
In private practice since 2006, I continue to feel honored to get to know my clients. My hope with each person is that we will create a space together in which a unique healing relationship may unfold. To facilitate that space, I tend to focus on your feelings and how they are held in the body; on past experiences and how they relate to current feelings and relational patterns; on how relational patterns may be being repeated within the therapy; on the richness of your internal world (that emerges, for example, in dreams, daydreams, artwork, etc.); and on awareness itself, within which all of the above happens.
(802) 282-4581 View (802) 282-4581
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Marc A Cecil
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rutland, VT 05701
I provide psychotherapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and families. Some of the issues I focus on include: anxiety and depression; trauma and loss; relationship and family conflict; health, stress, and work issues; self-esteem; life transitions; and child behavior and parenting issues.
I provide psychotherapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and families. Some of the issues I focus on include: anxiety and depression; trauma and loss; relationship and family conflict; health, stress, and work issues; self-esteem; life transitions; and child behavior and parenting issues.
(802) 221-0286 View (802) 221-0286
Photo of Kate Littlefield, Counselor in Vermont
Kate Littlefield
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
(802) 494-4956 View (802) 494-4956
Photo of Kirsten Lesch, Marriage & Family Therapist in Vermont
Kirsten Lesch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
I'm here for individuals, couples, and families ready to dive into a genuine and healthful journey of change.
It's your life. It's important. Figuring things out for yourself doesn't mean you must do it alone. Therapy helps reconnect to fundamentals, grow from pain, and cultivate wellness. Your therapist is your partner on the journey. We help you build pathways, forge deeper connections, build relationships, and live authentically. We tune into the core of the matter and acknowledge the impacts of your history and society.
I'm here for individuals, couples, and families ready to dive into a genuine and healthful journey of change.
It's your life. It's important. Figuring things out for yourself doesn't mean you must do it alone. Therapy helps reconnect to fundamentals, grow from pain, and cultivate wellness. Your therapist is your partner on the journey. We help you build pathways, forge deeper connections, build relationships, and live authentically. We tune into the core of the matter and acknowledge the impacts of your history and society.
(802) 210-3802 View (802) 210-3802
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Christopher Hinds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Bellows Falls, VT 05101
I am a firm, sensitive and client-focused therapist with many years of experience helping young people and adults from all types of backgrounds throughout the Northeast and Southeast. I received my MSW from Boston University, with advanced clinical training at the Yale University School of Medicine; where I was selected to work as a Family Therapist at the Yale Psychiatric Institute; a pre-eminent teaching hospital; when I was 32. I help clients with individual, family and/or marital and relationship issues, mental health and serious mounting chemical dependency problems.
I am a firm, sensitive and client-focused therapist with many years of experience helping young people and adults from all types of backgrounds throughout the Northeast and Southeast. I received my MSW from Boston University, with advanced clinical training at the Yale University School of Medicine; where I was selected to work as a Family Therapist at the Yale Psychiatric Institute; a pre-eminent teaching hospital; when I was 32. I help clients with individual, family and/or marital and relationship issues, mental health and serious mounting chemical dependency problems.
(802) 644-3688 View (802) 644-3688
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Amanda Spencer Counseling And Clinical Supervision
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Shelburne, VT 05482  (Online Only)
My style is collaborative and compassionate; My clients tell me that I am comfortable to be with, and easy to talk to. I work with children and adults to help them prioritize their values, identify and integrate feelings/emotions, support positive self-concept, reduce stress and worry, and work towards the client's personal, academic, relationship, wellbeing, and social-emotional goals. My work is eclectic and grounded in theory - including, Humanistic (“Whole Child’, "Whole Self"), and Psycho-dynamic (with attention to the interpersonal relationship of client and therapist as a model for meaning-making and self-reflection.).
My style is collaborative and compassionate; My clients tell me that I am comfortable to be with, and easy to talk to. I work with children and adults to help them prioritize their values, identify and integrate feelings/emotions, support positive self-concept, reduce stress and worry, and work towards the client's personal, academic, relationship, wellbeing, and social-emotional goals. My work is eclectic and grounded in theory - including, Humanistic (“Whole Child’, "Whole Self"), and Psycho-dynamic (with attention to the interpersonal relationship of client and therapist as a model for meaning-making and self-reflection.).
(802) 424-8263 View (802) 424-8263
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Dr. Jennifer L. Cantor
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
White River Junction, VT 05001  (Online Only)
As a clinical psychologist & psychoanalyst with close to 30 yrs of clinical experience, I have the training & perspective to help you get to the bottom of your issues & navigate life's challenges with deeper self-awareness & fulfillment. Whether you are caught in painful relationship dynamics, struggling with self-esteem or identity issues, or wrestling with the troubled world in which we live, you will find me to be a highly perceptive, sincere & compassionate presence dedicated to understanding you & facilitating your healing & growth. I also offer EMDR for entrenched patterns. Tele-therapy only.
As a clinical psychologist & psychoanalyst with close to 30 yrs of clinical experience, I have the training & perspective to help you get to the bottom of your issues & navigate life's challenges with deeper self-awareness & fulfillment. Whether you are caught in painful relationship dynamics, struggling with self-esteem or identity issues, or wrestling with the troubled world in which we live, you will find me to be a highly perceptive, sincere & compassionate presence dedicated to understanding you & facilitating your healing & growth. I also offer EMDR for entrenched patterns. Tele-therapy only.
(802) 499-2087 View (802) 499-2087
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Diane Leardi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brattleboro, VT 05301  (Online Only)
I am eclectic in my clinical philosophy and treatment approach, drawing from psychodynamic theories,transpersonal theories and energy psychology. My focus of interest and expertise is working with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress disorders, parent-child problems, relationship issues,family and divorce mediation, transpersonal and psycho-spiritual issues.
I am eclectic in my clinical philosophy and treatment approach, drawing from psychodynamic theories,transpersonal theories and energy psychology. My focus of interest and expertise is working with trauma, depression, anxiety, stress disorders, parent-child problems, relationship issues,family and divorce mediation, transpersonal and psycho-spiritual issues.
(802) 490-3101 View (802) 490-3101
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Jeffrey Dworkin
Psychologist, MA, JD
Verified Verified
Montpelier, VT 05602  (Online Only)
I help couples recognize the traits they bring to a relationship, and the ways those traits can be modified, to both calm and enrich the relationship.
I focus on relationships, including the formative ones from childhood, current relationship dilemmas, and one's relationship to him/herself. I help clients identify their patterns which contribute to chronic and current life issues, including anxiety, depression and "stuckness", and to imagine new and more creative approaches to these problems. I emphasize the importance of emotional awareness to the goal of therapeutic change. With couples and families, I emphasize styles of communication and the cultivation of non-reactive listening.
I help couples recognize the traits they bring to a relationship, and the ways those traits can be modified, to both calm and enrich the relationship.
I focus on relationships, including the formative ones from childhood, current relationship dilemmas, and one's relationship to him/herself. I help clients identify their patterns which contribute to chronic and current life issues, including anxiety, depression and "stuckness", and to imagine new and more creative approaches to these problems. I emphasize the importance of emotional awareness to the goal of therapeutic change. With couples and families, I emphasize styles of communication and the cultivation of non-reactive listening.
(802) 357-4090 View (802) 357-4090
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Maria Cronyn
ND
Verified Verified
You build this relationship with me, your doctor.
Specializing in fining the root cause of mental health problems. Comb through together to find any biological reason such as Lyme or hormone imbalance. Hormone health IS mental health! Testing and treatment with choices of natural or pharmaceutical. Medication side effects? Natural solutions to this. Children respond well to homeopathy- non pharmaceutical approach for ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Autism, ODD. I am a Naturopathic Physician billing insurances in VT. Homeopathics, nutrients and IV's, and botanicals remedies and bio identical hormone thereapy, includes Thyroid! Let's be a team.
You build this relationship with me, your doctor.
Specializing in fining the root cause of mental health problems. Comb through together to find any biological reason such as Lyme or hormone imbalance. Hormone health IS mental health! Testing and treatment with choices of natural or pharmaceutical. Medication side effects? Natural solutions to this. Children respond well to homeopathy- non pharmaceutical approach for ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Autism, ODD. I am a Naturopathic Physician billing insurances in VT. Homeopathics, nutrients and IV's, and botanicals remedies and bio identical hormone thereapy, includes Thyroid! Let's be a team.
(802) 278-6075 View (802) 278-6075
Photo of Brigid Sullivan, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Vermont
Brigid Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
Brigid helps individuals/couples/families heal and repair past trauma, which leads to a more connected relationship.
Experienced and Compassionate: Brigid’s approach to therapy is based on understanding each individual/couple/family needs, and then helping to form goals and strategies for facing challenges. Brigid approaches each person through the lens of their unique experience, specializing in assisting individuals with relationship problems, parenting challenges, blended family issues, depression, anxiety, chronic and acute medical conditions, grief, loss, trauma, substance use, caregiver/helping professionals, active duty military members and their families, relationship issues, life stage transitions, and identity formation and development.
Brigid helps individuals/couples/families heal and repair past trauma, which leads to a more connected relationship.
Experienced and Compassionate: Brigid’s approach to therapy is based on understanding each individual/couple/family needs, and then helping to form goals and strategies for facing challenges. Brigid approaches each person through the lens of their unique experience, specializing in assisting individuals with relationship problems, parenting challenges, blended family issues, depression, anxiety, chronic and acute medical conditions, grief, loss, trauma, substance use, caregiver/helping professionals, active duty military members and their families, relationship issues, life stage transitions, and identity formation and development.
(802) 347-9031 View (802) 347-9031
Photo of Kimberly Corley, Psychologist in Vermont
Kimberly Corley
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Winooski, VT 05404
As a seasoned psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I work with both individuals and couples and specialize in working with women. I am experienced and comfortable working with a variety of concerns including anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, stress, depression and life transitions. Grief and losses of all types are special interests. It is certainly not necessary though to have identified a problem, as I also work with people who are feeling stuck or unfulfilled in life to find ways to move forward differently. Couples most often contact me to work through relationship problems and restore connection.
As a seasoned psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I work with both individuals and couples and specialize in working with women. I am experienced and comfortable working with a variety of concerns including anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, stress, depression and life transitions. Grief and losses of all types are special interests. It is certainly not necessary though to have identified a problem, as I also work with people who are feeling stuck or unfulfilled in life to find ways to move forward differently. Couples most often contact me to work through relationship problems and restore connection.
(802) 654-8820 View (802) 654-8820
Photo of Aimee I. Gaffney, Psychologist in Vermont
Aimee I. Gaffney
Psychologist, MACP, SEP
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
I have practiced for over 30 years . My desire is to help you live vitally and to maintain a deeper sense of self and connection to others in order to live your life purposefully. Understanding symptoms like depression, anxiety and fear is a core part of the work; transforming them into agency, self mastery and compassion is the purpose. I work with adult relationship issues; health and medical issues that impinge a sense of stability and safety; help with aging parents or ill family members.
I have practiced for over 30 years . My desire is to help you live vitally and to maintain a deeper sense of self and connection to others in order to live your life purposefully. Understanding symptoms like depression, anxiety and fear is a core part of the work; transforming them into agency, self mastery and compassion is the purpose. I work with adult relationship issues; health and medical issues that impinge a sense of stability and safety; help with aging parents or ill family members.
(802) 779-0595 View (802) 779-0595
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Mo Sivvy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFA, MA
Verified Verified
Northfield, VT 05663
Adults only, please; Couples seeking counseling together must each be established in their own weekly individual therapy.
We all need someone to talk to. Whatever is going on with you, it matters. All the things that have happened in your life that make you You, matters. Some of it might be scary to talk about for the first time, and a lot of it is probably stuff you have never even realized how much it effects you. There's nothing to big or too small, that's what I'm here for; to help you sort it all out, organize it, identify and address the issues, find places to put it all. I offer mindfulness education and skill-building, kindness and understanding, and an ear that is trained to listen wisely so that I can help you learn about yourself and grow.
Adults only, please; Couples seeking counseling together must each be established in their own weekly individual therapy.
We all need someone to talk to. Whatever is going on with you, it matters. All the things that have happened in your life that make you You, matters. Some of it might be scary to talk about for the first time, and a lot of it is probably stuff you have never even realized how much it effects you. There's nothing to big or too small, that's what I'm here for; to help you sort it all out, organize it, identify and address the issues, find places to put it all. I offer mindfulness education and skill-building, kindness and understanding, and an ear that is trained to listen wisely so that I can help you learn about yourself and grow.
(802) 432-2871 View (802) 432-2871
Photo of Hollis Easter, Registered Psychotherapist in Vermont
Hollis Easter
Registered Psychotherapist, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
Over those years, I've found that the right personal fit—a feeling of connection—is crucial for creating a safe relationship where real growth and transformation are possible.
I'd like to help support you. I often work with people who are entering new life stages: having kids, changing jobs, finishing school, getting married, leaving relationships, or learning to set boundaries. I believe that therapy should feel encouraging, equip you with the skills and confidence you need, and support you in being yourself—whatever that means for you. Maybe you’re feeling worn down by some old struggles and are ready to move on from them. Maybe you’re trying to get used to a whole new set of challenges. Maybe you’re feeling totally lost in the woods. I’d like to help you find your way through.
Over those years, I've found that the right personal fit—a feeling of connection—is crucial for creating a safe relationship where real growth and transformation are possible.
I'd like to help support you. I often work with people who are entering new life stages: having kids, changing jobs, finishing school, getting married, leaving relationships, or learning to set boundaries. I believe that therapy should feel encouraging, equip you with the skills and confidence you need, and support you in being yourself—whatever that means for you. Maybe you’re feeling worn down by some old struggles and are ready to move on from them. Maybe you’re trying to get used to a whole new set of challenges. Maybe you’re feeling totally lost in the woods. I’d like to help you find your way through.
(802) 392-0892 View (802) 392-0892
Photo of Felipe Stetson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Vermont
Felipe Stetson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bennington, VT 05201
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, my name is Felipe Stetson, LICSW. I have been practicing since 2002 and have a mature practice in which I see individual adults, couples, and kids and their families. I generally limit my practice with kids to 10 and above.
Hello, my name is Felipe Stetson, LICSW. I have been practicing since 2002 and have a mature practice in which I see individual adults, couples, and kids and their families. I generally limit my practice with kids to 10 and above.
(802) 266-4778 View (802) 266-4778
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Joseph D Cusumano, PhD
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCHMC, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
I have qualified to administer the Gottman Relationship Checkup, and work with couples through the Gottman Method of therapy.
The ideal clients I am reaching out to are interested in participating in teletherapy, either individually or as couples. Due to a number of breaking developments, I have decided to convert my long-running practice to online therapy. I have professional counseling licenses in Vermont, MIssouri, and Illinois. I work from Missouri. Furthermore, I am seeking clients who prefer to work outside of the insurance system. I am rebooting my practice to offer high-qualify and affordable therapy. If you are interested, all you would need is Skype or Zoom (both are free downloads). I am offering 45 minute sessions for $90.
I have qualified to administer the Gottman Relationship Checkup, and work with couples through the Gottman Method of therapy.
The ideal clients I am reaching out to are interested in participating in teletherapy, either individually or as couples. Due to a number of breaking developments, I have decided to convert my long-running practice to online therapy. I have professional counseling licenses in Vermont, MIssouri, and Illinois. I work from Missouri. Furthermore, I am seeking clients who prefer to work outside of the insurance system. I am rebooting my practice to offer high-qualify and affordable therapy. If you are interested, all you would need is Skype or Zoom (both are free downloads). I am offering 45 minute sessions for $90.
(802) 625-6060 View (802) 625-6060
Photo of Steve Waye, Marriage & Family Therapist in Vermont
Steve Waye
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
In person in St. Johnsbury only. Adult individuals AND couples with Blue Cross or MVP. Medicare, VT Medicaid & Cigna - Individuals ONLY. You or a loved one might have a serious or terminal illness, and need support and a place to share your fears and get support. You might need grief counseling because life is more disrupted than you thought it would be. You could want help with coming out or living trans or gay, or you just want to talk about anything else with someone who gets you. You feel like you're slipping with with anxiety, depression or bipolar and need to have a sense of gaining ground and optimism again.
In person in St. Johnsbury only. Adult individuals AND couples with Blue Cross or MVP. Medicare, VT Medicaid & Cigna - Individuals ONLY. You or a loved one might have a serious or terminal illness, and need support and a place to share your fears and get support. You might need grief counseling because life is more disrupted than you thought it would be. You could want help with coming out or living trans or gay, or you just want to talk about anything else with someone who gets you. You feel like you're slipping with with anxiety, depression or bipolar and need to have a sense of gaining ground and optimism again.
(802) 278-6568 View (802) 278-6568
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Amy Allison
Counselor, LCMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Bennington, VT 05201  (Online Only)
I integrate feminist theory with a relational cultural lens, where work focuses on processing the intersectionality of your identity and systemic social justice issues to explore how these lived experiences impact your relationship to food, your body, and yourself.
I specialize in disordered eating and body image concerns. I have experience working all levels of eating disorder care. I utilize a person-centered approach that focuses on the power of connection and safety to create a space where you feel seen. I sit in the darkness with you as you build trust within yourself to find a way out, through self-compassion and love.
I integrate feminist theory with a relational cultural lens, where work focuses on processing the intersectionality of your identity and systemic social justice issues to explore how these lived experiences impact your relationship to food, your body, and yourself.
I specialize in disordered eating and body image concerns. I have experience working all levels of eating disorder care. I utilize a person-centered approach that focuses on the power of connection and safety to create a space where you feel seen. I sit in the darkness with you as you build trust within yourself to find a way out, through self-compassion and love.
(802) 821-8866 View (802) 821-8866
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Lisa Louise Daniels
Counselor, MA , LCMHC
Verified Verified
Morrisville, VT 05661  (Online Only)
Greetings! My approach is client- centered; I work to build a positive, trusting relationship that focuses on your concerns and goals. I believe that our positive and negative thoughts often control or motivate our behaviors and feelings. if we can learn to question and change our negative thoughts, we can then start to shift our feelings and behaviors towards more positive outcomes.
Greetings! My approach is client- centered; I work to build a positive, trusting relationship that focuses on your concerns and goals. I believe that our positive and negative thoughts often control or motivate our behaviors and feelings. if we can learn to question and change our negative thoughts, we can then start to shift our feelings and behaviors towards more positive outcomes.
(802) 851-5167 View (802) 851-5167
Couples Counseling Therapists

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.