At a glance
- Credentials
- LCMHC
- License
- LCMHC, Vermont / 068.0134358
- NPI
- 1528677325
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Vermont
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Motivational approach
- Mindfulness tools
- CBT and DBT skills
About Gavin
Gavin Chadwell is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) based in Vermont. He helps people who are feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed by life changes, or stuck in patterns related to addiction, mood, sleep, anger, or self-esteem. He also supports those facing grief, intimacy concerns, career stress, relationship tension, and compassion fatigue.
Gavin emphasizes a down-to-earth, practical style. He blends Motivational Interviewing with client-centered ways of working to meet people where they are. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness tools to teach skills people can use between sessions.
Sessions focus on concrete steps and short-term skills as well as longer-term goals. Gavin aims to create a calm, non-judgmental space where clients can talk through problems and try new approaches. He tends to help people build coping routines, improve sleep, manage anger, and set goals for recovery from addictive behaviors.
With ten years of experience, Gavin brings steady clinical work to common life struggles. He explains interventions plainly and checks in often to adjust the plan. People who prefer a collaborative, skills-focused approach will find this style straightforward and practical.
Gavin works in English and accepts international clients. He holds the Vermont LCMHC credential and combines evidence-based techniques with mindful practices to support change.
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How Gavin’s approaches work online
Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change and resolve mixed feelings. It uses open questions and reflective listening to build motivation for steps like cutting back on substance use or starting healthier routines.
Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening without judgment and following the client’s pace. The therapist offers empathy and acceptance so people can talk through their struggles and arrive at their own insights.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try specific behavior changes. It’s useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and habits connected to addiction or anger.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Gavin will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. He checks in regularly and adjusts tools and pacing based on how a client responds.
Practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life. Online work can allow shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, and make it simpler to keep regular appointments around work or parenting demands. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Licensed professionals can still use these same techniques effectively over distance and adapt exercises to the online setting. -
Areas of expertise
Also works with
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHDTherapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyExperience
10+ years
Listed in
Vermont
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Gavin help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, grief, intimacy concerns, relationship and family strain, career issues, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He works in a practical, collaborative way that focuses on skills and small steps. The approach emphasizes listening, motivating change, and teaching exercises people can use between sessions.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has ten years of clinical experience and has worked with people facing mood concerns, anxiety, and addiction-related struggles. His background blends mindfulness with cognitive and behavioral methods.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, practicing in Vermont. The LCMHC credential is shown as provided.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.
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