First Responder Care

We specialize in trauma-informed care, with a highly-trained team who focuses on supporting First Responders and their families.

We provide individual counseling to first responders with a focus on treating the unique experience of those on the front line. This specialized team also treats family members of first responders who experience their own unique stressors that come with a loved one in this line of work.

What is trauma?

Trauma is a psychological and emotional response to a distressing or life-threatening event. It can result from experiences such as abuse, violence, accidents, natural disasters, or any situation that overwhelms a person’s ability to cope. Trauma affects individuals differently—some may experience flashbacks, anxiety, emotional numbness, or difficulties in relationships. While trauma can have lasting effects on mental and physical well-being, healing is possible through therapy, support, and self-care. Vermont Wellness provides compassionate, evidence-based approaches to help individuals process and recover from traumatic experiences.

 

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Meet our First Responder Team

Kylee Rowden, MSW

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My name is Kylee, I was born and raised in Vermont. I grew up in a first responder family and continue the tradition of being a first responder as a firefighter with a local department. Having the experience of being a first responder and growing up in a first responder family has given me a strong desire to work with this population. There is much trauma that comes from working as a first responder and I am dedicated to helping you and your family members through that trauma. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and believe it is an incredible tool when working with trauma. I, also, have experience working with pregnant/parenting women with substance abuse and mental health issues having spent 8 years working for a residential treatment facility specializing in this population. I believe in a client driven practice where I am there to guide you and offer you treatment advice but ultimately this is your therapy not mine.

Accepting clients between 15 and 100 years old.

Accepting new clients? Yes