Therapy for veterans and first responders
Service demands accountability, competence, and carrying weight that most civilians never see. As a U.S. Air Force veteran, I provide practical, no-nonsense telehealth therapy across Vermont tailored specifically to the realities of military personnel, law enforcement, firefighters, and medical responders.
Understanding the weight of service
When the shift ends or the uniform comes off, experiences don't simply stay behind. Many service members and responders manage hypervigilance, insomnia, irritability, cumulative trauma, and emotional detachment. Others face the disorienting loss of structure, camaraderie, or mission when stepping into civilian life. Here, you don't have to spend sessions explaining your background or proving your experiences—you are understood from day one.
Direct talk without the clinical jargon
Skepticism toward traditional therapy is understandable when it feels detached, overly clinical, or patronizing. My approach is grounded in honest conversation and mutual respect. We don't get bogged down in psychological theory. Instead, we identify what's not working and build actionable, realistic strategies you can use in your daily life. You retain ownership of your values, identity, and personal decisions throughout the process.
Carrying your experiences differently
Real progress isn't about forgetting what you have witnessed or survived. It's about learning to carry those experiences differently so they no longer dictate your reactions, sleep, relationships, or sense of well-being.
You don't have to wait until things reach a breaking point before seeking support. Taking responsibility for your mental health isn't a sign of weakness. It's an investment in yourself, your family, and the people who depend on you.