Lydia Abatkun, MSW, Psychotherapist  in Vermont

Lydia Abatkun (she/her)

MSW
Accepting Clients

Neurodiversity-Affirming, Trauma-Informed telehealth therapy in Vermont.

Psychotherapist in Vermont
Supervised by Emily Long

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, life transitions, or simply trying to make sense of yourself and your experiences, therapy can provide a space to slow down, explore with curiosity, and build a deeper understanding of who you are. Together, we’ll work to understand the patterns that have shaped your life, identify what’s no longer serving you, and develop practical tools that support lasting change.

My Background and Approach

I have a particular interest in supporting clients navigating Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, burnout, and trauma. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming. I strive to provide a supportive space as we work together towards greater self-understanding, self-compassion, and a life that feels more aligned with your values. If you’ve spent years masking who you are, pushing through burnout, questioning your identity, or feeling as though you were “too much” or “not enough,” you’re not alone. Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve spent a long time feeling misunderstood or carrying things on your own. Whatever your background or story, you deserve a space where you can show up authentically. If my approach resonates with you, I’d be honored to explore whether we’re a good fit.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Internal Family Systems Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment Theory
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Internal Family Systems

Issues I Treat

Specialties
ADHD Therapists Autism Spectrum Disorder Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Burnout
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Coventry
  • MVP
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: Less than a year

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