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Portland, ME
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I work with both individuals and couples, helping people to heal from the effects of former or current destructive relationships, restore their sense of trust in themselves, and help them to experience more safety, connection and satisfaction in their lives. Even in the most painful of relationship dynamics (whether with yourself, a partner, a family member, professional relationship, etc.), there is a seed of opportunity for change for the better. Only one person has to shift in order for the entire dynamic to change. I work with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, perfectionism, a critical inner voice, or untangling from a complicated relationship (including narcissism, gaslighting, emotional withdrawal). I work with couples who may be fighting, struggling with communication and connection, or considering separation or divorce. Here’s what you can expect from me: I’m a fierce advocate for my clients - I have their best interest at heart. I am direct and challenge my clients. I am discerning - I can see what is really going on underneath the surface. I am compassionate and empathetic - I’ve had my own struggles as well. I would love to connect with you, please reach out.
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I provide a safe and welcoming space for individuals and couples who are interested in working on their mental health and wellness. There are many reasons to reach out right now, and I look forward to accompanying you on your path to healing. I approach counseling from a humanistic therapeutic approach and use emotion-focused and mindfulness-based modalities. My goal is to form a genuine alliance with you to support you in this work. I focus on helping those who experience anxiety and depression, relationship and attachment issues, and trauma. I believe counseling can make a difference in your life. Whatever you feel or are experiencing, I'm here to give you the space you need to be yourself without fear of judgment. Counseling can help you heal, grow, and learn. Using an emotion based therapy we will work to uncover your strengths and meet your goals. We all need a place to process what we are going through. I understand how hard these past few years have been and want you to know you are not alone. If you'd like to reach out, I'm taking new clients. I look forward to working with you soon.
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed, anxious or lonely? Does it lead to a lack of motivation, struggling to manage your mood, difficulties communicating with others or sticking to a routine? Maybe you’re feeling stuck? We are resilient and unique and go through our own individual journey towards balance. Whether these are new or old stressors, I strive to create a non-judgemental, safe space to collaborate with you. Let’s explore, resolve and/or accept what is. I will work towards helping you gain insight, embrace your self-worth, learn new coping skills, and attain the balance that you are looking for. I use an eclectic approach which also includes: CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused, Trauma-Informed, Mindful Self-Compassion and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Sandplay Therapy. I work with individuals, couples and families.
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You can expect a supportive and comfortable atmosphere in which to heal and grow when you and/or your partner, or your child or teen meet with me for therapy. Therapy is a way to try out new ideas and get to know yourself better. I offer encouragement, feedback, and a fresh perspective as we work together to help you live a happier, more satisfying life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play therapy, Solution-Focused, Interpersonal, supportive, Positive Psychology, and Couples therapy are the approaches I primarily use to guide you to a better future. Life throws us curveballs all the time; I believe you can overcome these and I would love to help you do this. Feel not only less sad or anxious, but better. Function better, learn skills, gain understanding, and build positive experiences through well researched techniques, such as CBT. In addition to therapy and counseling, I love the outdoors and am excited to offer the option of meeting in person outside for therapy in the Portland and Scarborough areas, with telehealth as a backup when the weather does not cooperate. Please ask me about therapy outdoors and check out my website for more information!
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Christine is interested in helping social service and wellness organizations; clinicians; students; and, communities to do your best work. Christine’s strengths lie in organizational assessment; assessing clinical programs for best practices, licensing compliance and organizational culture; program development and design; clinical supervision; and, assessing and tailoring staff training for organizations on a variety of topics. Christine’s particular areas of expertise are organizational trauma; adolescent treatment and development; and, co-occurring conditions in adolescents and adults. I would like to talk to your organization about your unique needs and assist with helping your organization effectively meet the needs of your clients and staff. Let's set up a time to get together and talk about how I can help you or your organization with clinical supervision, development or reorganization of your programs, finding your focus, coach your management team, and/or develop training unique to your population or needs. I look forward to talking to you!
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Dawn Blake is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field, working with people from all walks of life, most recently working with those with substance use disorders. Dawn completed her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at the University of New England. Throughout her multiple years of experience working with varied populations, as well as utilizing multiple treatment approaches such as mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing and strengths-based therapies makes her able to assist her clients with their needs. Life is constantly full of challenges and struggles. Dawn is able to assist you in coping with them and putting them behind you. If you are ready to put the work in, she invites you to schedule an appointment.
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Doreen Peasley is a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in both Maine and California. In her over forty years as a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, she has successfully assisted individuals, couples and families in discovering and achieving their goals and living more engaged and meaningful lives. Doreen supported our military by working with our service members and their families at military bases in the United States, Europe, and Asia for over twelve years. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology at San Diego State University and received her Master of Arts in Psychology at Pepperdine University. Doreen takes a creative approach to each client and utilizes relational, strength based, collaborative, solution focused, mindfulness based and art approaches to best meet the needs of every unique individual and couple. She is also a certified Prepare Enrich facilitator and SoulCollage facilitator. Doreen connects with you in a warm and caring way in order to help you build on your strengths and collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and living the meaningful life you desire.
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I currently have openings in two groups starting early March for LGBTQ+ adults on Tuesday or Thursday evenings 5-6:30pm. Reach out to schedule an appointment to meet with me about the groups. I believe strongly in community and connectedness, and our work together will result in increasing security with one another, with yourself, and to those most important to you.I am committed to working with you to foster healing and growth. Our work together will help you identify strengths, develop insight, and make positive changes. I approach my work with each individual from a unique, strengths based-perspective, utilizing primarily evidence-based approaches to psychotherapy. I operate most regularly from the third-wave of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) including ACT and DBT, but rely on my integrative training and collaboration with you to develop goals for therapy. I specialize in working with those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as their partners and family members. Additionally, I have expertise in treating trauma and stress-related disorders, as well as those who struggle with substance use disorders and other addictive behaviors.
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I am Elle, an LCMHC and podcast host in New Hampshire and Maine. I help people find the connection they long for. I do this by working with Couples Intensively, Story Groups, and Individual Intensives. Using my unique skills set with a background in brain science and narrative therapy, I work with people looking to address: Anxiety, Spiritual and Emotional Abuse, Body Image Family of Origin Trauma, Relationship Issues, and Faith-based Perspectives on Mental health. To listen to my podcast, The Phoenix Effect, go to your favorite podcast platform. It can be difficult to send the first email reaching out for help. I understand the anxiety leading up to the first appointment, and strive to make it as pain-free as possible by creating a supportive, encouraging environment. If you are considering reaching out to me as a therapist, please send an email inquiry to check appointment availability.
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Being disconnected from our emotions and our life experiences can cause us to feel isolated, struggle with relationships, and have a hard time being motivated to take good care of ourselves. I offer a strengths-based, collaborative approach where the relationship we form becomes the foundation of the work. We will work together to enable you to gain more awareness and understanding of how you experience everyday life, which in turn will help you work towards wellness, balance, and stability. I offer a non-judgmental, compassionate, and safe environment for both adults and adolescents.
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*Taking new clients*Offering Telehealth. I have 30 years of experience in the field of counseling. I enjoy working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are seeking compassionate support with anxiety, depression or a challenging transition or experience. I create a space to foster positive growth and strengthen overall quality of life through personal awareness. I believe that each individual has unique gifts and strengths within them, and when given the support and guidance through the counseling process, great progress can be made. My approach is Eclectic in nature, as I use techniques from all schools of therapy. I assist my clients in goal setting and identify patterns that may be interfering with achieving inner happiness and success. I have worked in the field of rehabilitation for 20 years, including in brain injury rehabilitation. I have used hypnosis as a tool to support individuals in their health and wellness goals. I also specialize in EMDR. I also use mindfulness and guided meditations as part of the counseling experience to foster positive growth and change. I enjoy counseling, coaching, and motivating the clients that I work with and providing them with resources and supports needed to meet their goals and achieve success.
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Update: I currently have daytime openings, please reach out via email. Life CAN get better and I would love to help you reset on your path. In my individual sessions I strive to help my clients feel understood and motivated to live their best life. As a well practiced couples therapist, I enjoy supporting people reconnect with one another and overcome changes, comfortably working with traditional, non-traditional, and LGBTQ couples. With families, I help each member master healthy communication, reorganize roles, and learn to have fun with one another again. In my life have overcome many struggles personally and with others. I have used these experiences as seeds of inspiration for the therapeutic methods I use today. My clients describe me as having a welcoming, open, and active style in sessions. I strongly value creating a judgement free environment for my couples and individuals, free of labels. As a cannabis friendly clinician, I support open exploration of how substances benefit and/or hinder your life. I believe that therapy is a place to redefine your life- finding purpose, confidence and connection. Let's get started today!
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I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in NY, ME, and VA providing virtual sessions. I work with clients of all ages. I have experience treating numerous presenting problems including anxiety, depression, learning issues, trauma/PTSD, socialization, communication, family struggles, and life changes. Using the strength of each client, I work with you to accomplish your goals and improve your life and functioning. I provide individual, family, and couple's counseling, and participate with most major insurance companies. I am also a board certified telemental health provider (BC-TMH). In addition to traditional therapy, I also provide equine-assisted psychotherapy or a therapy dog as appropriate. I have additional training through the Center for Deployment Psychology and am a registered Star Behavioral Health Provider. I am also a trained EMDR provider (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing). Clients can expect a comfortable and confidential space in my office and will be offered a non-judgmental and accepting atmosphere. I work hard to ensure that my clients and I are a good match so that therapy can be as effective as possible. If I am not the right fit, I will work with you to ensure your therapeutic needs are met.
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Current Pro Bono openings for individuals open to working with a student. Countless young people have reported feeling like their trauma is their fault, that they feel guilty or shameful of having been victimized. If you're experiencing anger, shame, fear, guilt, anxiety, or depression related to an experience out of your control, we can work together to put you back in control of your life. Familial conflict or transitions interfering with your relationship with your teen? Lets work together to figure out how to meet everyone's needs and meet balance. I'm not here to "fix" you. I believe you already know what you need in your life to succeed, but sometimes you just need a little help accessing those things. I work from a solutions focused, trauma informed perspective to help you access what you need to make "it" work whatever "it" is. I offer free 20 minute consultations to anyone interested in services, get to know me and let me get to know you so we can see if we're a good fit together!
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Are you a woman struggling with the complexities of biological, environmental, societal and relational pressures? Or, are you having difficulty with the demands of life and feeling physically, mentally, and emotionally exhausted? You are not alone in this. As women, we live in a society that constantly implies that who we are isn’t enough. But, change is possible. Over the years I’ve developed a specialty working with women who are pregnant or have recently given birth, are struggling with depression, anxiety or self-esteem, or who have a history of experiencing childhood trauma. Oftentimes, my clients identify with all of these. I value the therapeutic relationship as a means to foster growth and I meet clients where they’re at to develop a genuine relationship in order to have the best foundation to heal. As a therapist who is constantly evolving and striving to be the best version of myself, you can expect a real connection and an understanding of how difficult this is. Clients have described me as easy to talk to, empathetic, and non-judgmental— So, come as you are and we’ll go from there. I believe growth is best achieved when you’re able to be vulnerable and authentic and I promise to be vulnerable and authentic in this space as well. You don’t have to do this alone, let’s walk this path together.
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The emphasis of my practice involves supporting all security system’s at a foundational level. Playing with our bodies as a container of resources gifted to us at conception. My care for clients is specifically focused on the development and integration of Primary infant Reflex patterns. I use mindfulness, trauma informed touch, and Neuro-Sensory-Motor Reflex Integration methods (MNRI). The clients who walk through my door are not looking to be "fixed" with more "go...go...go” but rather to "connect" to a slower, and softer sense of self. I want you to look forward to “Jenna days” as a series of exhaling release valves. Clients come to me to address various unmet needs: to support their security systems and find acceptance and embodied spirit in the resources that exist in today’s body. As human beings, we have a series of genetic reflex patterns that serve as the Neuro-physiological basis for survival, safety and protection. Proper expression and "experiences" of these reflex patterns lead to a sense of "coming home to yourself". If you are looking for a "bottom-up" Trauma Informed manual therapy feel free to reach out and ask questions
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As a client at various times in my own life, I appreciate the challenge of engaging with a new therapist. The vulnerability of opening up to a stranger is real and palpable. Your growth in therapy is driven in part by your willingness to trust me, feel calm in the process, and confidence in my approach. My work always begins with this recognition, and has led to twenty years of creating a safe and comfortable space, while nurturing deeply meaningful relationships. Humbly and respectfully, I have had the privilege to witness amazing client strength, courage, and growth. I always learn from you, as you ideally learn from me. For twenty years my practice has focused on supporting young adults (18+) and adults. My expertise includes working with clients around depression, anxiety, divorce, relationship issues, life changes, professional decisions, and family conflict. I have also been through extensive training to inform my work with individuals surviving trauma. My approach is eclectic, as I don't believe any one theory can support the need's of each unique individual. Whether our work becomes insight oriented, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or interpersonally focused, our relationship and your strengths and goals will guide the process. Please visit my website for more information: www.jesstownsendlcsw.com
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Justin Michaud is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LCPC) with over 7 years of professional experience working with clients of all ages to help them cope with family conflict, couple's issues, PTSD, trauma, depression, stress, and more. Justin served as a Director of therapy services at a residential program for young adults and has seen some of the lowest valleys that patients have walked through, and sat with them in that valley so that their loneliness was not so daunting on the journey of empowerment and recovery. Justin has also seen patients on the highest peaks of their life and stood with them as they basked in their triumphs of empowerment and recovery. They can be the guide that you need when you feel lost along your journey through life and would be honored if you allow them to help you achieve the mental health you desire.
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Consider what it would be like to live without self-doubt and less worry. Consider enjoying a moment for the experience instead of re-visiting experiences over and over in your mind by allowing your thoughts to spin stories that often begin with "what if . . ." or "I should have . . ." The role of a therapist is not to be in the middle of troubles and is not about giving advice or telling someone what to do. However, many people feel that once they have a trusted "neutral" person to speak their stories to then they have begun the process of healing. I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and families. My work is deeply rooted in a Strengths-Based Perspective within a Relational Model. I integrate stress-management strategies, such as mindfulness practices and cognitive behavioral tools, into my clinical practice. Together we will utilize the Life Ideals(tm) Model to identify areas of self-care that can be strengthened and strategize ways to incorporate healthy habits to improve overall health and wellness. The self-care practices that are proven to reduce stress and increase resiliency are Relaxation, Social Support, Thought Restructuring, Sleep, Physical Activity, and Nutrition.
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Karen Gersen is a Licensed Social Worker with 25 years of experience working in the field of mental health with families and individuals managing a myriad of life events such as divorce, grief, loss, health concerns, stress management, aging issues, substance use, anxiety, stress, and depression. These experiences have provided Karen with the opportunity to witness the inspiring power and possibility of change. Karen offers a compassionate, safe emotional space where clients can explore, define, and pursue their goals and implement change. Her goal is to support clients as they regroup and recalibrate in their quest for a more balanced, meaningful, happy life. Karen's approach is affirming, positive, hopeful, and sincere. Her additional training as a health and wellness coach contributes to her work in the areas of quality of life assessment, goal setting, accountability, and goal reviews. "Every journey begins with one small step," she reminds you.
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I am a psychologist who works with adults in individual and group psychotherapy. My approach is integrative in nature meaning that, depending on the needs of my clients, I seek to relieve distress through providing emotion regulation and other skills while also working towards long-term change by gaining insight into problematic thought patterns and relationship cycles. I specialize in working with clients who are seeking therapy for emotion- and relationship-based problems, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and anger issues. View 9 Photos I offer two dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills groups. DBT is a form of therapy recommended for individuals dealing with long-standing difficulties with managing emotions and relationships. Relevant problems include intense negative emotions, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, difficulty tolerating distress, and/or related relationship issues. I currently supervise a postdoctoral resident, Dr. Yun Garrison. Dr. Garrison is a stellar therapist committed to providing therapy to people of color, immigrants, refugees, international students, and LGBTQ+ community member in Maine. She also provides support for those who are in helping professions and she offers low fee and pro-bono services.
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Some of us struggle to live day to day and have stopped dreaming. Why is dreaming left to childhood? If you are searching for peace or to heal an invisible scar, you do not need to suffer or problem solve alone. I am a licensed clinical social worker whose passion for the past 30 years has been creating a safe space for the human experience that we all share. It has been my understanding that you may already have what you need and I have the privilege to be alongside you on that journey. Risks are scary but this may be a good one to take. I hope you reach out! My practice centers on a partnership that helps you reach your goals, not mine. This work includes healing from past traumas, support during developmental milestones, relationships, transitions and issues connected to stages of life. I hope to serve as a supportive guide on that journey and create an individualized counseling process. While I use evidenced based models, you will find my style, creative, honest, humorous, committed and gentle. I attempt to be as client focused as you deserve. I am presently seeing people in person or through Telehealth. Life has so many demands, I will try to be as available as I can to include mornings, evenings and weekends. I am licensed in ME and MA.
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At this time, I am accepting Forensic clients (Court mandated, parole, probation, DCPP) New Jersey and Maine via telehealth (video) or phone sessions. For Psychoeducational Evaluations, ADHD testing, IQ testing, and General Mental Health therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Sandplay therapy, Somatic Experiencing therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and TraumaPlay therapy please contact me at Bridge to Balance, Inc at 856-354-0664. I can provide Clinical Supervision for LACs in New Jersey and Maine I offer individual and group therapy via telehealth. As a forensic and clinical therapist, I offer a variety of services such as Anger Management, Anxiety, Court Ordered Treatment, Depression, Domestic Violence, Forensic Evaluations, Mental Health, Risk Assessments, Sex Offender Specific treatment and Trauma Focused therapy I am a member of: National ATSA & NJ ATSA, American Psychological Association (APA), American Counseling Association (ACA), Association for Child and Adolescent Counseling (ACAC), International Society of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (IS-ART) and Rocky Mountain Brainspotting Institute
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I use Internal Family Systems or "parts work" and somatic experiential approaches to help you develop curiosity towards your problems, reduce inner criticism, foster awareness of your body/mind/spirit, and build a warm relationship with yourself. I will take the time to get to know you, your specific challenges, and hopes. View 4 Photos Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a form of therapy that helps you heal by embracing your different inner parts, including parts that overwork, criticize, stress, shut down, or feel hurt or lost. These parts often try to protect us to feel safe. IFS helps you connect with your core Self, a nonjudgmental inner healer, fostering inner harmony and healing. Somatic therapy can include guided meditation, breath work, body awareness exercises, and learning how to work with emotions in the body through movement. I guide you through an embodiment practice so that you can access the inner landscape of your experience including body sensations, emotions, thoughts, and energies.
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