Michelle Swallows Vermilye

Do you struggle to focus, manage stress, or feel present when life becomes overwhelming? Maybe anxiety, trauma, OCD, or past experiences are keeping you stuck or making it difficult to move forward. I work with clients who are looking for a safe, supportive space to better understand what they are experiencing, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful change. Therapy is collaborative and tailored to you, so we can work together at a pace that feels comfortable while helping you build tools you can use in everyday life.

I take a whole-person approach to therapy, considering the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may impact your well-being. I use EMDR and other evidence-based approaches to help clients work through trauma, stress, and emotional challenges while developing healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and responding. My goal is to provide practical coping tools and skills you can use in everyday life, not just insight into what you are experiencing.

Your first session is really about getting to know you and understanding what brought you to therapy. We’ll talk about what you’ve been experiencing, what you would like help with, and what you hope to get out of therapy. I want you to feel comfortable and supported, so there is no pressure to share more than you are ready for. We’ll work together to identify your goals and decide what approach feels like the best fit for you.