Life Transitions therapists in Montpelier, VA
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Life Transitions
Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
If you’re going through a major life transition, you may feel unsettled, uncertain, or overwhelmed—even if the change is something you chose. Whether it’s a career shift, retirement, relocation, relationship change, or another significant life event, transitions can disrupt your sense of stability and leave you questioning what comes next. It’s common to feel a mix of stress, self-doubt, and pressure to “figure it out” quickly.
I help clients navigate life transitions with greater clarity, confidence, and emotional stability. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we identify and manage the thoughts that create anxiety, indecision, or self-doubt. With clinical hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), and NLP, we work at a deeper level to reduce emotional overwhelm and help you adapt more effectively to change. I also incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you stay grounded in your values, so your next steps reflect what truly matters to you—not just fear or uncertainty.
What’s often missing during transitions isn’t effort—you’re already trying to adjust and move forward. What’s missing is a structured way to process the change while also creating a clear direction for what’s next. Without that, it’s easy to feel stuck, second-guess yourself, or move forward without confidence.
The fact that you’re here suggests you’re ready to navigate this transition in a more intentional way. If you’re willing to approach this with clarity and support, I can help you move forward with greater confidence, reduce uncertainty, and create a next chapter that feels aligned with who you are and where you want to go.
27 Years Experience
Online in Montpelier, VA
Life Transitions
Lisa Botticelli
Psychologist, Ph.D., PMH-C, c-DBT
Whether transitioning to college, moving, starting a new job, processing the ending of a relationship, or moving into the role of a parent, it's often helpful to have a space to process feelings that may come up with the changes, as well as to explore any feelings of loss that often accompany leaving behind a prior role.
5 Years Experience
Online in Montpelier, VA (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Laura Goldstein
Marriage and Family Therapist, LCMFT
Folks navigating stage-of-life transition is a favorite demographic for many of our providers .
14 Years Experience
Online in Montpelier, VA
Life Transitions
Tara Murphy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
In my now 30 years in the field, I have helped clients navigate transitions including college, first jobs, marriage, parenthood, divorce, illness, aging, and grief following a death. My relational and IFS approaches help clients understand how changing roles and circumstances affect their identity, relationships, and sense of direction. I offer space to process loss, explore mixed feelings, and find meaningful next steps.
29 Years Experience
Online in Montpelier, VA (Online Only)
Life Transitions
Chloe Koutsos
Counselor/Therapist, NCC LPC
Individual psychotherapy has been shown to be an effective treatment for a range of presenting concerns and can help with navigating life transitions.
8 Years Experience
Online in Montpelier, VA (Online Only)
Life Transitions therapists in Montpelier, VA Statistics
Life Transitions therapists in Montpelier, VA average 14 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (46%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (35%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
55%
Offer sliding scale
29%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 28% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |