Clinical Team

Jennie Holden, PhD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist - Doctorate

Clinical Director and Clinical Supervisor

Dr. Holden graduated from the University of Vermont with a bachelors degree in psychology and earned her PhD at the California School of Professional Psychology. She is currently licensed as a Clinical Psychologist - Doctorate with the State of Vermont.

Dr. Holden has experience working with individuals of all ages and primarily uses a cognitive behavioral and person-centered approach to her work. She has supervised unlicensed psychotherapists for almost ten years and has extensive knowledge of ethics as well as clinical interventions and modalities.

Dr. Holden can be reached at DrJennieHolden@gmail.com.

Kelley Scholfield, MA

Pre-licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor

Kelley graduated from Johnson State College in 2016 with her BA in Wellness and Alternative Medicine and received her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2024. She has experience working with adolescents and adults with a range of concerns from depression, grief, anxiety, body image issues, and life-transition struggles.

Her journey into mental health counseling began with a passion for understanding the intricacies of trauma and its impact on individuals. Kelley practices from a person-centered, humanistic lens and is committed to creating a therapeutic space that honors the uniqueness of each individual. She is LGBTQ+ and HAES (Health at Every Size) friendly.

Her holistic method of mental health counseling is rooted in the understanding that well-being is interconnected with various aspects of an individual’s life. Recognizing the mind-body connection, Kelley promotes activities that support mental health alongside physical health. By addressing the complexities of an individual’s life, she fosters a sense of balance for sustained mental health.

VT rostered non-licensed psychotherapist # 097.0135782.

Kelley sees clients in the Barre office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Contact her for an appointment at (802) 249-9903 or email KSVTCounseling@gmail.com.

Angel Mason, BS

Pre-licensed psychotherapist

Angel received an Associates degree in Human Services in 2014 from the Community College of Vermont and continued her education immediately after at Northern Vermont University obtaining her Bachelors degree in Psychology in 2021. During her internship for her undergraduate degree she found her path and transitioned into a dual Masters degree program at Northern Vermont University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Addictions.

Currently working towards obtaining her Master's degree, Angel provides individual counseling to children and adults with a specialty in those involved with the Vermont Department of Children and Families. Angel also serves as a rotating chair of the Child Youth and Families Advisory Counsel as one of her several charitable and volunteer positions in the community.

Angel has over 10 years experience working in community mental health settings,
public school systems, Veteran services, and Drug and Alcohol residential and
outpatient settings. Angel uses her experiences in her past employment, her current
volunteer positions, as well as her current role to provide individualized counseling with
a person centered approach.

VT rostered non-licensed psychotherapist #097.0135695.

Angel sees Medicaid and private pay clients in her Morrisville office and through telehealth and she currently has availability for children and adults. Contact Angel for an appointment at (802) 461-5719 or emailwhisperingwoodswellness@gmail.com.

Chelsea Faure, MS

Pre-licensed psychotherapist

Chelsea Faure, MS, is a non-licensed & non-certified psychotherapist for the state of Vermont. She received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Norwich University in 2019 and her master's in clinical mental health counseling with a specialization in addiction from Walden University in November 2024. Chelsea Faure has a background in health care and mental health. She has experience working with patients individually and in small groups through the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC) on both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and medical units. Chelsea also has experience working in group homes and other residential facilities. Chelsea completed her internship here at Vitality Associates and Training LLC and has been providing individual therapy to clients since February 2024.

Chelsea practices from a person-centered orientation using cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Motivational interviewing (MI) and narrative therapy. Chelsea currently sees clients of all ages

VT rostered non-licensed psychotherapist 097.0135629.

Chelsea sees clients in the Barre office. She can be reached at 802-276-8586 or ChelseaFaureCounseling@gmail.com.

Stephanie Nicheporuck, BS

Clinical Intern

Stephanie Nicheporuck is currently a non-licensed clinical intern for the state of Vermont. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Felician University in New Jersey and is currently working towards her master’s in clinical mental health counseling at Vermont State University.

She is passionate about helping clients develop a better understanding of themselves through aperson-centered approach. She believes that an individual’s experiences are critical in shaping who they are and who they may become and works towards creating space for clients to explore those connections.

She has an interest in couples therapy, eco-therapy and sex therapy.
Stephanie currently sees clients of all ages, is LGBTQ+ friendly and can provide counseling in English and Spanish.

Vermont rostered non-licensed psychotherapist number 097.0136220.

Stephanie accepts Medicaid and private pay and is currently available in-person in Barre on Tuesdays and Fridays and offers telehealth appointments on Wednesdays and Thursdays. She can be reached at 802-404-2127 or Stephanie.Nicheporuck@gmail.com.

Julia (Julez) Burgess, BA

Clinical Intern

Julia A. Burgess (Julez) received her BA in political science from Johnson State College in 2013. She is currently working towards her master’s in clinical mental health counseling at Vermont State University.

Julez has experience as a behavior interventionist, residential counselor, and in crisis mental health. She also has experience working with older adult clients. A
major focus of Julez’s work is related to management and support around anxiety, depression, PTSD, and trauma. Julez came to this work out of a desire to help others to achieve their goals and she approaches therapy from a humanistic, person-centered approach. Julez currently sees clients of all ages and is LGBTQ+ friendly.

Vermont rostered non-licensed psychotherapist number 097.0136237.

Julez accepts Medicaid and private pay clients and is available in-person in Barre on Fridays. She can be reached at 802-505-7490 or gratefultherapy90@gmail.com.

Jennifer Jones, BFA

Clinical Intern

Jennifer Jones is currently a non-licensed clinical intern in the state of Vermont. She is working towards her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling at Vermont State University. Jennifer has also trained at the Vancouver School of Narrative

Therapy.

Jennifer’s therapy practice is respectful and collaborative, and rooted in trust that each person can get in touch with the skills and strengths they need to face the challenges that each life contains. By giving careful attention to what people hold dear, she works alongside them to create anchors connecting them to their preferred ways of being. She incorporates aspects of mindfulness and somatic work, as well as drawing on her lifelong experience in the expressive arts. Jennifer invites both deep

reflection and playful creativity in service of finding perspective on this wild, sometimes searing, sometimes joyful experience of being alive.

Jennifer currently offers individual therapy to clients five years and older. Vermont rostered non-licensed psychotherapist number is pending.

Jennifer accepts Medicaid and private pay. Appointments are available in person in Barre starting in January 2025. Please email jenjonesarts@gmail.com or call 802-266-0870.