Complex Trauma Therapy In Vermont
For People who want to stop surviving and start feeling themselves agian.
Virtual sessions available throughout Vermont
Complex Trauma and Relationship Therapist
Josh Davis, LMHC
You've tried to figure out why the same patterns keep showing up. In your relationships, in how you feel about yourself, in the quiet moments when you're alone and something just feels… off.
Maybe you've been in therapy before and it helped, a little. But something still feels stuck. The anxiety, the people-pleasing, the way you shut down or spiral, it's all still there.
You don't need someone to tell you to "think more positively." You need someone who can actually help you understand what's underneath it all.
That's what I do.
I'm Josh Davis, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) offering online therapy to Vermont residents. I specialize in complex trauma, relational patterns, and therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples. My work is grounded in NARM (NeuroAffective Relational Model), a body-centered, trauma-informed approach that goes deeper than symptom management.
I offer virtual sessions that work with your schedule, from the privacy and comfort of wherever you are in Vermont.
Who I Work With
I work with adults in Vermont who are dealing with:
Complex or relational trauma (childhood wounds, emotional neglect, past abusive relationships, or feeling like you never quite fit)
Anxiety, shame, and a harsh inner critic that won't quit
Relationship struggles (patterns of disconnection, fear of abandonment, or difficulty trusting)
People-pleasing, perfectionism, and the exhaustion of performing for everyone around you
LGBTQ+ identity, including navigating shame, religious trauma, or coming out at any stage of life
Couples and partners work (communication breakdown, emotional distance, or repeating cycles that feel impossible to break)
Gay and queer relationships (with a therapist who actually gets it)
Non-traditional relationships including open, polyamorous, or kink-affirming dynamics
My Approach to Therapy
My work is rooted in NARM (NeuroAffective Relational Model), a complex trauma-informed, body-centered approach that doesn't ask you to relive painful memories or "fix" yourself.
Instead, we look at what's happening right now (in your body, your emotions, your relationships) and bring curiosity, not judgment, to the patterns that keep showing up. We work to understand where they came from, what they're protecting, and how to begin shifting them from the inside out.
Therapy with me is relational, present, and human. I'm not the kind of therapist who just nods and reflects back what you said. I'm engaged, direct, and genuinely invested in the work we do together. Sessions can be heavy, but they can also be funny, messy, and real, because that's what actual being human looks like.
About Me
Hey, I'm Josh!
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Vermont, Florida, and Delaware. I specialize in complex and relational trauma, relationships, and therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples.
My work is grounded in NARM, a complex trauma-informed approach that helps people reconnect with who they actually are, beneath the coping strategies, shame, and self-doubt that built up over time.
As a gay man, I bring both lived experience and clinical expertise to working with clients. You don't have to filter yourself, explain your identity, or worry about being judged. This is a space where you can show up fully.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. I hold an active license in Vermont, Florida, and Delaware, and I offer telehealth therapy to residents of all three states.
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I am a private-pay practice and do not bill insurance directly. Many clients use out-of-network benefits or HSA/FSA funds. I'm happy to provide a superbill upon request. You can find current session rates on my Rates page.
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We start with a free 15-minute consultation call to see if we're a good fit. If we move forward, the first session is about getting to know you, your story, what's bringing you in, and what you're hoping for. There's no pressure to have it all figured out.
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Yes, I offer couples therapy, including therapy for gay and queer couples and non-traditional relationships, to Vermont residents via telehealth.
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My availability varies. The best way to check current openings is to reach out directly or visit my contact page.
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Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're in Vermont and looking for a therapist who can help you move through the stuff that feels stuck, reach out! We'll have a free 15-minute call, see if we're a good fit, and go from there.
No pressure. Just a real conversation.