Therapist profile
Kirk Postlewaite, LCMHC
Vermont
LCMHC - Anger and Trauma-focused counseling
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- CredentialsLCMHC
- LicenseLCMHC, Vermont / 068.0123910
- NPI1730683673
- Experience6 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationVermont
About
- Client-centered listening
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practice
About Kirk
Kirk Postlewaite is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in Vermont with six years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, compassion fatigue, ADHD, addictions, grief, depression, self-esteem struggles, parenting and career concerns. He also lists coaching and support for family problems, fatherhood issues, first responder issues, forgiveness, men's issues, midlife crisis, post-traumatic stress, and seasonal affective disorder.
Kirk uses straightforward conversation and practical tools in sessions. He blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused planning. Mindfulness is woven into sessions as a way to notice thoughts and bodily responses without adding judgment.
Sessions focus on clear problems and step-by-step changes. He helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and test new behaviors in daily life. Short, goal-oriented work is possible alongside deeper exploration when needed.
Kirk emphasizes responsibility and honest feedback while maintaining respect for each person's pace. He encourages practice between sessions so new habits can take hold. Discussions cover what is working, what gets in the way, and what small experiments might help.
People who want direct, practical help with anger, workplace frustration, parenting strain, or lingering trauma may find this approach fits. To begin, the site’s matching process is the route to schedule a first session and set initial goals.
How sessions work
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what someone says so they can clarify goals and feel heard. Online sessions using this approach let conversations stay focused on the client’s priorities and next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. In remote sessions, CBT often uses worksheets, shared plans, and homework assignments to practice new skills between meetings.
Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to notice stress and anger responses. These short practices can be guided in a session and then repeated independently throughout the week.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will help figure out which methods fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences and adjust them over time. Expect discussion, small experiments, and regular review of what is helpful.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and support using written tools or audio practices between meetings. Licensed professionals adapt these approaches to the rhythms of daily life without promising particular results.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Vermont
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He works with adults dealing with snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, and related stress or trauma.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, practical style that combines client-centered listening with CBT and solution-focused methods, and includes mindfulness exercises.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of clinical experience as a practicing counselor in mental health settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) licensed in Vermont and works from that state.
Can I work with him if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.