Social Isolation therapists in Colchester, VT
Browse Social Isolation therapists in Colchester, Vermont. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Heinig Health and Wellness Counseling
Psychologist, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, M.S. Health Psychology, M.A. Clinical Psychology, PSYPACT Providers
We provide psychotherapy for individuals experiencing social isolation and difficulty maintaining meaningful social connections. Our approach focuses on understanding the emotional, cognitive, and situational factors that contribute to withdrawal and disconnection, while helping clients develop practical skills to build and sustain supportive relationships. Through evidence-based strategies, we work on increasing comfort in social situations, improving communication and interpersonal effectiveness, and addressing barriers such as anxiety, low mood, or past relational experiences. Treatment is tailored to each individual, with the goal of fostering greater connection, support, and a stronger sense of belonging.
7 Years Experience
Online in Colchester, VT (Online Only)
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who feel socially isolated or disconnected, even though they want closer relationships. Many of the people I see are thoughtful, highly self‑aware, and sometimes feel out of sync with typical social norms. From the outside, it can look like you are doing fine; inside, you may feel alone, peripheral, or hard to really know. You may enjoy connection once it is happening, but getting there can feel complicated, effortful, or uncertain.
Social isolation can look like drifting away from friends without meaning to; keeping conversations on the surface because a deeper connection feels risky or confusing; or feeling invisible or on the edges in social settings. It can also look like wanting closeness but not knowing how to move toward it, feeling disconnected from your own needs or preferences, or carrying a sense that other people have an ease with relationships that you somehow missed. You may often feel judged, misread, or like people do not really understand you, which can make it even harder to risk reaching out.
I work extensively with adults navigating this kind of disconnection and know how heavy it can feel when most of your life is lived on your own. For many people, there can also be a long history of masking, camouflaging, or adapting to others that leaves you unsure what you actually want. Over time, this can lead to loneliness, self‑doubt, or a sense of being on the outside of your own life.
In our work together, we look closely at how these patterns developed and what they have been protecting you from. We make room for the part of you that has learned to be fiercely self‑sufficient, to rely on yourself because that has felt safest. From there, we explore small, meaningful steps toward connection that feel authentic and sustainable for you, with relationships where you can feel met and genuinely seen. You don’t have to manage this alone. This kind of work is central to my practice, and I approach it with a great deal of care.
26 Years Experience
Online in Colchester, VT
Individual and Couples Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
I can support you in breaking through the binds of social isolation. I know it isn't easy to put yourself out there and create a sense of belongingness in the world. With guidance and support, the effort can be well worth it.
25 Years Experience
Online in Colchester, VT
Ilyssa Swartout
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Feeling isolated or disconnected from others can deepen sadness, anxiety, and loneliness. Therapy offers a supportive space to explore what’s keeping you apart—whether emotional wounds, fear, or life circumstances—and to begin rebuilding meaningful connection. Together, we’ll work on creating safe ways to reach out, strengthen self-worth, and reconnect with a sense of belonging and community.
25 Years Experience
Online in Colchester, VT (Online Only)
Karen Queller
Art Therapist, M.A Expressive Arts Therapy
Discover your inner strengths, and find new ways to connect with yourself and others.
7 Years Experience
Online in Colchester, VT
Social Isolation therapists in Colchester, VT Statistics
Social Isolation therapists in Colchester, VT average 16 years of experience and charge around $213 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$213
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Integrative Therapy |
| 32% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 36% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 34% | Hispanic / Latino |