Daphne Jakstis, LICSW
Trauma-informed LICSW blending evidence-based and holistic care
- Trauma treatment specialist
- Integrative holistic methods
- 23 years experience
About Daphne Jakstis
Daphne Jakstis is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 23 years of clinical experience, focused primarily on trauma treatment. She holds certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy - a structured approach that helps people regulate emotions and build coping skills - and in advanced clinical trauma treatment. In addition, she is a Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider, which enables her to combine traditional evidence-based therapies with complementary, whole-person strategies to support overall wellness.
Jakstis approaches mental health as the product of many interacting factors, including stress, social connection, sleep and diet, past painful experiences, and environmental influences. Her practice emphasizes tailoring care to address those multiple influences, whether the presenting concerns involve anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, or concentration and sleep problems. She applies a range of clinical tools - drawn from proven therapeutic modalities and integrative techniques - to help people identify goals and make meaningful changes.
Her clinical skillset supports clients in working toward improved quality of life and well-being, with therapy designed around each person’s priorities and circumstances.
Jakstis approaches mental health as the product of many interacting factors, including stress, social connection, sleep and diet, past painful experiences, and environmental influences. Her practice emphasizes tailoring care to address those multiple influences, whether the presenting concerns involve anxiety, addiction, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, or concentration and sleep problems. She applies a range of clinical tools - drawn from proven therapeutic modalities and integrative techniques - to help people identify goals and make meaningful changes.
Her clinical skillset supports clients in working toward improved quality of life and well-being, with therapy designed around each person’s priorities and circumstances.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Daphne Jakstis have?
Daphne Jakstis has 23 years of experience.
Is Daphne Jakstis a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details: VT LICSW 089.0134350, RI LICSW ISW03223.
In which languages does Daphne Jakstis provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Daphne Jakstis located?
She is located in Vermont.
How can I work with Daphne Jakstis as my therapist?
You can work with Daphne Jakstis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Daphne Jakstis work with international clients?
Daphne Jakstis does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Daphne Jakstis cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrative Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Daphne Jakstis draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and developing practical strategies to change them; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) builds skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness to help people manage intense emotions and improve relationships. Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental attention to thoughts and sensations, which can reduce reactivity and support coping with trauma and chronic stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Daphne works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She integrates methods when helpful and adjusts the plan over time based on progress and feedback.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility for people balancing work, family, or health needs. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can access sessions from home or other locations, maintain continuity of care when schedules shift, and select the communication style that feels most comfortable for them. Licensed professionals can adapt these modalities to provide effective, consistent support across a wide range of concerns.