What We Offer at Aurora Center for Psychology & Wellbeing
At Aurora Center for Psychology & Wellbeing, we provide integrative, evidence-based, and neuroscience-informed services designed to support emotional, cognitive, and physical wellbeing. All services are personalized to your needs, grounded in compassion, and informed by the latest research.
Psychotherapy and Trauma-Informed Care in Vermont
We offer individualized psychotherapy for adults and older adults. Sessions are collaborative, warm, and grounded in evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches designed to help you reconnect with yourself, improve emotional regulation, and build resilience.
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Approaches We Use
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Art-informed and creative interventions
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Mind–body regulation strategies
Areas We Support
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Trauma (complex, intergenerational, developmental, religious/spiritual)
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Anxiety, depression, and chronic stress
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Emotion regulation and overwhelm
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Grief and loss
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Life transitions (career, identity, caregiving, aging)
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Chronic pain, migraines, and mind–body concerns
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Psychological support for oncology patients and caregivers
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Sessions available in person and via telehealth for Vermont residents.
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Learn more about how therapy works at Aurora Center by visiting the Psychotherapy Services page
tDCS Therapy in Vermont for Pain, Mood, and Cognitive Support
tDCS is a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation treatment that supports mood, chronic pain, migraines, and cognitive functioning.
This service is offered separately from psychotherapy and may be used alone or combined with therapy depending on your goals.
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tDCS May Help With
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Migraines
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Chronic pain
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Low mood / depression
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Cognitive function and focus
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Emotional regulation
How Sessions Are Offered
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You may receive tDCS in one of two ways:
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In-office sessions
Clinician-administered sessions in a calm, supportive environment.
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At-home supervised sessions (for eligible clients)
Eligible clients may use a clinic-provided device at home after completing:
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a clinical eligibility screening,
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a safety review, and
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a full orientation session.
At-home sessions are supervised through a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform, ensuring safety and effectiveness during treatment.
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Safety & Eligibility Screening
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Before beginning tDCS, all clients complete a comprehensive safety screening, including:
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medical + neurological history,
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medications,
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implant and seizure history,
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skin sensitivity,
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contraindication review.
Only clients who meet safety criteria are approved for at-home use.
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What to Expect
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Sessions last 20–30 minutes
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The sensation is generally mild (light tingling or warmth)
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No downtime afterward
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Can be offered as:
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Standalone treatment
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Combined tDCS + therapy sessions
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Condition-focused packages (e.g., migraine, pain, mood)
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Read more about how tDCS works and whether it may be right for you on our dedicated tDCS Therapy page
Brain Health and Cognitive Reserve Services in Vermont
This program supports long-term cognitive resilience, emotional wellbeing, and healthy aging. It strengthens the brain’s protective factors and enhances flexibility, focus, and cognitive vitality.
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Services Include
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Cognitive reserve & brain health assessment
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Personalized cognitive resilience plans
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Evidence-based strategies to support memory, flexibility, and problem-solving
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Lifestyle recommendations for long-term brain health
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Creativity-based cognitive enrichment
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Support for adults navigating transitions, aging, or stress-related cognitive changes
A full program description is available on the dedicated Brain Health page.
Where Healing Meets Science
At the Aurora Center for Psychology & Wellbeing, our services blend compassion, clinical expertise, and neuroscience. Whether you're seeking therapy, innovative brain-based treatments, or support for long-term brain health, we’re here to help you move toward clarity, balance, and healing.