Image ID: a white gender queer lesbian, with short hair and dark rimed glasses smiles. They are wearing a blue and white sweatshirt. They have one hand on the kinetic sand and they sit in front of a 2SLBGTQIA+ progress flag.
Welcome!
Here are the services I provide:
Individual
Family
Child (take a look at a blog I wrote about expressive arts and kids)
Adolescent/Teen
Group
No couples at this time
About My Clients - I enjoy working with adults, teens, and families in different ways. Individual therapy feels personal and meaningful to me and is typically a long term relationship. In family therapy, I take a more active role in guiding sessions. I'll be starting a new meditation group soon— reach out to learn more.
My Background and Approach
Mindfulness and stress reduction can help ease depression and anxiety. I believe therapy works best when combined with other forms of support and community. I've practiced meditation for over twenty years, and it's helped me find more peace and satisfaction in life. I can help you find a meditation space or you can come to my group.
In our work together, you can learn to sit with your feelings instead of avoiding or suppressing them. This practice can reduce suffering. As both an educator and therapist, I bring varied life experiences to our sessions. I'll work alongside you to support your healing—not by giving constant advice or telling you what to do, but by helping you find your own path. Want to read more check out this page (click the blue words).
I completed a 400-hour program in Person-Centered Expressive Arts, which inspired me to incorporate art, music, and movement into therapy. While I don't use these approaches with everyone, they're available if you're looking for more creative ways to connect.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
As a white person with unearned privilege in our racially unequal society, I'm committed to ongoing anti-racist work in both my professional and personal life. This work is challenging and messy. I sometimes get caught up in wondering if I'm doing enough, but I try to return to my breath and stay present.
For six years, I've met regularly with groups online dedicated to this work. These spaces have helped me see and confront the parts of myself shaped by white supremacy. My daily practices help me unlearn these patterns and behaviors. I share this to hold myself accountable and to continue challenging systems of oppression.
Specialties
Existential Therapy
Expressive Art Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Other Techniques
Coaching
Eclectic Therapy
Somatic Therapy (body-based healing for emotional trauma)
Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Specialties
Self-Esteem
Teen Issues
Gender Affirming Care
Other Issues
Codependency
Anxiety
Depression
Divorce
Queer and 2SLGBTQIA struggles
Insurance Plans Accepted
Lyra Health
Online Services and in person.
I offer online counseling in:
CA (83020)
VT (Telehealth 100.0134497)
and FL (Telehealth TPMF1773).
Schedule a Consultation
Email: bridget@bridgetbertrand.com
Click to find: Crisis Resources
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