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Best Therapists And Counselors in Essex Junction, VT (2026)

40 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Essex Junction: The Safety Team/Empowerment Self Defense: Together We Prevent Violence & Heal Trauma, RP Score 72/100; 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews.

  2. 38

    Most-reviewed: Community Health Centers – Riverside, 222 Google reviews at 3.3★, the most of 40 ranked; ranked #38.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

40 Essex Junction therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 6 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.9★ across 40 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Essex Junction at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Essex Junction at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1The Safety Team/Empowerment Self Defense: Together We Prevent Violence & Heal Trauma725.0★ (56)Burlington, 5 mi away—Overall
2Gretchen Ross Therapy & Couples Counseling Williston705.0★ (6)Burlington, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Mark E. Williams, LCMHC684.3★ (6)South Burlington, 3 mi away——
4Turning Point Center-Chittenden684.0★ (17)Burlington, 5 mi awaySat · Sun—
5First Call For Chittenden County672.2★ (10)Burlington, 6 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Vermont Center for integrative & Therapy673.2★ (10)South Burlington, 4 mi away——
7Alder Brook Family Health663.7★ (15)Essex Junction——
8Community Health Centers – Essex663.1★ (41)Essex Junction——
9Ned Church Counseling665.0★ (3)Burlington, 5 mi awaySat · Sun—
10EMDR Vermont LLC665.0★ (4)Essex Junction——

The 40 best therapists and counselors in Essex Junction, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Essex Junction

    #1 The Safety Team/Empowerment Self Defense: Together We Prevent Violence & Heal Trauma

    Based in Burlington, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews
    Address
    Business office only, for workshops' location, please refer to the website or the welcome email, 444 S Union St, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for The Safety Team/Empowerment Self Defense: Together We Prevent Violence & Heal Trauma(802) 373-3236

  3. #3 Mark E. Williams, LCMHC

    Based in South Burlington, 3 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    186 White St, South Burlington, VT 05403
    View profile for Mark E. Williams, LCMHC(802) 865-4883

  7. #7 Alder Brook Family Health

    Based in Essex Junction

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.7★ from 15 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4:45 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8 Essex Way, Essex Junction, VT 05452
    View profile for Alder Brook Family Health(802) 872-7100

  9. #9 Ned Church Counseling

    Based in Burlington, 5 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–4 PM
    Address
    The Offices @, 86 St Paul St #305, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Ned Church Counseling(802) 488-0048

  10. #10 EMDR Vermont LLC

    Based in Essex Junction

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “EMDR psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8 Pearl St, Essex Junction, VT 05452
    View profile for EMDR Vermont LLC(860) 508-9465

  11. #11 Rooted Way Counseling

    Based in Essex Junction

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1070 W Main St Ste 6, Richmond, VT 05477
    View profile for Rooted Way Counseling(802) 349-1309

  12. #12 Gallagher Kevin

    Based in Burlington, 5 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Gallagher Kevin(802) 658-1777

  13. #13 Allie West Therapy LLC

    Based in Essex Junction

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Allie West Therapy LLC(802) 242-2602

  14. #14 Quinttusential Yoga Therapy

    Based in Burlington, 4 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–4 PM · Tue 8:30 AM–6:30 PM · Wed–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1 Mill St Unit 204, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Quinttusential Yoga Therapy(914) 980-2585

  15. #15 OGGI BE

    Based in South Burlington, 4 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1 Kennedy Dr Ste L6, South Burlington, VT 05403
    View profile for OGGI BE(802) 272-4544

  16. #16 Howard Center

    Based in Burlington, 6 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 2.8★ from 20 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 2.8★ from 20 Google reviews
    Address
    855 Pine St, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Howard Center(802) 488-6100

  17. #17 Otter Creek Associates

    Based in Burlington, 5 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 2.1★ from 10 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 2.1★ from 10 Google reviews
    Address
    112 Lake St, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Otter Creek Associates(802) 865-3450

  18. #18 Howard Center

    Based in Burlington, 6 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    1138 Pine St, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Howard Center(802) 488-6600

  19. #19 Vermont Wellness

    Based in Burlington, 5 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 2.8★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 2.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    125 College St, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Vermont Wellness

  21. #21 Refuge Acupuncture and Somatics

    Based in Burlington, 5 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–3 PM · Tue 8:15 AM–8 PM · Wed 10 AM–8 PM · Thu 8:30 AM–8 PM · Fri 11 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    305 St Paul St Suite 323, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Refuge Acupuncture and Somatics(802) 222-0436

  22. #22 The Sparrow Project

    Based in South Burlington, 6 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed 9 AM–6 PM · Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1223 A Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482
    View profile for The Sparrow Project

  23. #23 Eden Valley

    Based in Burlington, 5 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    95 College St, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Eden Valley(802) 333-0112

  25. #25 Wisdom Within You Therapy

    Based in Burlington, 4 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    56 W Twin Oaks Terrace Ste 3, Burlington, VT 05401
    View profile for Wisdom Within You Therapy(802) 335-2299

All 40 therapists and counselors

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #40, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

therapists and counselors in Essex Junction, ranks 26 to 40
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26MindWell Psychology, LLP614.0★ (4)4 mi
27Crossroads613.5★ (6)4 mi
28Green State Psychiatry612.7★ (7)4 mi
29Networks Inc: Psychotherapy & Consultation613.7★ (3)5 mi
30UVM Counseling and Psychiatry Services603.5★ (4)5 mi
31Champlain College Student Health Services603.7★ (3)5 mi
32Valerie Racine604.2★ (5)5 mi
33Tamarack Psychiatry554.2★ (5)10 mi
34Hinesburg Counseling Collaborative554.7★ (3)11 mi
35Community Health Centers – Winooski514.2★ (34)4 mi
36Community Health Centers – South End513.4★ (52)6 mi
37Touching The Earth Somatics: Somatic Experiencing®505.0★ (20)5 mi
38Community Health Centers – Riverside493.3★ (222)5 mi
39Community Health Centers – Good Health483.1★ (45)4 mi
40Psychiatry - 1 South Prospect Street, University of Vermont Medical Center472.7★ (3)5 mi

Also serving Essex Junction

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving Essex Junction
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Associates At the Gables5.0★ (1)In Essex Junction
Azimuth Counseling-Therapeutic5.0★ (1)In Essex Junction
Cara Moorby, MAIn Essex Junction
Clear Insight Counseling and Psychotherapy LLCIn Essex Junction
David O'Leary, M.A. LLC5.0★ (1)In Essex Junction
Growth CenterIn Essex Junction
Growth Center: Belcher DonnaIn Essex Junction
Jill L. Entis, LICSW5.0★ (2)In Essex Junction
Kimberly A. Almeida-Leblanc, LADCIn Essex Junction
Lindsay HartlineIn Essex Junction
Nash William B PhDIn Essex Junction
Natanya Lara Counseling & Wellness LLC5.0★ (1)In Essex Junction
New England Counseling-Trauma5.0★ (1)In Essex Junction
Osgood & OsgoodIn Essex Junction
Osgood Carla NIn Essex Junction
Pam Steeg, LICSW3.0★ (2)In Essex Junction
Rachel Oblak, Counseling and Psychotherapy5.0★ (1)In Essex Junction

How we ranked Essex Junction therapists and counselors

We scored 40 Essex Junction therapists and counselors on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Essex Junction data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Therapists and counselors in Essex Junction: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Essex Junction?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Essex Junction, VT is The Safety Team/Empowerment Self Defense: Together We Prevent Violence & Heal Trauma with an RP Score of 72/100. It has 5.0★ from 56 Google reviews. Gretchen Ross Therapy & Couples Counseling Williston (#2) and Mark E. Williams, LCMHC (#3) follow. We ranked 40 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Essex Junction?

RankedPsychologists ranks 40 therapists and counselors serving Essex Junction, VT. 5 of them are based in Essex Junction; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which therapists and counselors in Essex Junction work on weekends?

6 of 40 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Gretchen Ross Therapy & Couples Counseling Williston (#2), Turning Point Center-Chittenden (#4) and First Call For Chittenden County (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Essex Junction therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 40 rated therapists and counselors in Essex Junction is 3.9★, with a median of 8 reviews. Community Health Centers – Riverside has the most, 222 reviews, and ranks #38. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do therapists and counselors outside Essex Junction count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Essex Junction city center, our service radius for therapists and counselors. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can therapists and counselors pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are therapists and counselors in Essex Junction ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on therapy and counseling and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Essex Junction

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 40 therapists and counselors serving Essex Junction.

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