Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Psychiatrists in Farmington, ME
You've been struggling for a long time and it's overwhelming. You hold it together to show up for work, keep your life together, but this is not sustainable. It feels like telling your story to someone new takes way more energy than you have, and you've reached out for help in the past with mixed results. You don't want someone who just throws out one medication after another, but you know medicine could help and you want to try. You need someone who listens and truly gets what's going on with you, who can help you embody your best self and feel ready to manage what life throws at you.
You've been struggling for a long time and it's overwhelming. You hold it together to show up for work, keep your life together, but this is not sustainable. It feels like telling your story to someone new takes way more energy than you have, and you've reached out for help in the past with mixed results. You don't want someone who just throws out one medication after another, but you know medicine could help and you want to try. You need someone who listens and truly gets what's going on with you, who can help you embody your best self and feel ready to manage what life throws at you.
As your provider, I understand how overwhelming it can feel to deal with challenges like depression, anxiety, or substance use. You’re not alone, and I’m here to help. Whether you’re looking for support in managing your emotions, improving your day-to-day life, or finding the right medication, we’ll work together to create a personalized plan that fits your needs. My goal is to help you find stability, strengthen your relationships, and feel empowered in your mental health journey. You deserve compassionate care, and I’m committed to supporting you every step of the way.
As your provider, I understand how overwhelming it can feel to deal with challenges like depression, anxiety, or substance use. You’re not alone, and I’m here to help. Whether you’re looking for support in managing your emotions, improving your day-to-day life, or finding the right medication, we’ll work together to create a personalized plan that fits your needs. My goal is to help you find stability, strengthen your relationships, and feel empowered in your mental health journey. You deserve compassionate care, and I’m committed to supporting you every step of the way.
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Welcome! My name is Mikel. I have been a practicing Nurse Practitioner for 15 years, and I have been working exclusively in Mental Health since 2021. I offer comprehensive treatment with medications and brief therapies for such struggles as ADHD, depression and anxiety, including panic, social anxiety, and PTSD. I also assist patients in managing other concerns such as grief, sleep issues, low energy/motivation, poor focus/concentration and stress.
Welcome! My name is Mikel. I have been a practicing Nurse Practitioner for 15 years, and I have been working exclusively in Mental Health since 2021. I offer comprehensive treatment with medications and brief therapies for such struggles as ADHD, depression and anxiety, including panic, social anxiety, and PTSD. I also assist patients in managing other concerns such as grief, sleep issues, low energy/motivation, poor focus/concentration and stress.
Hello! My name is Vicki Chandler I'm licensed and board certified as both a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner. I received my doctorate in nursing from the University of Alabama, besides teaching for 17 years in graduate nursing programs at the University of Memphis and the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center. Our practice offers a range of medication options for behavioral health issues in both adults and children. We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs. We also offer outpatient therapy services.
Hello! My name is Vicki Chandler I'm licensed and board certified as both a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner. I received my doctorate in nursing from the University of Alabama, besides teaching for 17 years in graduate nursing programs at the University of Memphis and the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center. Our practice offers a range of medication options for behavioral health issues in both adults and children. We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs. We also offer outpatient therapy services.
Hello! My name is Jan Lorenz. I have been a psychiatric nurse practitioner for past 20 years. With that experience, I’ve been able to help make people feel better, and function better, with medication and education.
Hello! My name is Jan Lorenz. I have been a psychiatric nurse practitioner for past 20 years. With that experience, I’ve been able to help make people feel better, and function better, with medication and education.
Hi there! My name is Latrice Markison, and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner working with patients statewide via telehealth. I believe in holistic, whole-person care. I work with adult patients managing various mental health conditions. I feel that communication is fluid and varies based on goals and situational factors. I have over ten years of experience working in outpatient and inpatient behavioral health. While goals are essential to growth, goal setting and timeframes depend on patient preferences. An open opportunity to openly discuss concerns and desires related to care.
Hi there! My name is Latrice Markison, and I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner working with patients statewide via telehealth. I believe in holistic, whole-person care. I work with adult patients managing various mental health conditions. I feel that communication is fluid and varies based on goals and situational factors. I have over ten years of experience working in outpatient and inpatient behavioral health. While goals are essential to growth, goal setting and timeframes depend on patient preferences. An open opportunity to openly discuss concerns and desires related to care.
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I offer medication management visits, complemented with:
-Motivational Interviewing (MI)
-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
-Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT)
-Psychodymanic psychotherapy.
Harvard-trained psychiatrist providing psychotherapy +/- medication management.
Allow me to help you get closer to your goals!
I believe in individualizing treatment based on each person's needs.
Background/Training
Instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School
Adult psychiatry residency training; Harvard South Shore Program
Addiction psychiatry fellowship training; Mass General Brigham Program -Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), McLean Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital- in affiliation with Harvard Medical School
Medical School; National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
I offer medication management visits, complemented with:
-Motivational Interviewing (MI)
-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
-Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT)
-Psychodymanic psychotherapy.
Harvard-trained psychiatrist providing psychotherapy +/- medication management.
Allow me to help you get closer to your goals!
I believe in individualizing treatment based on each person's needs.
Background/Training
Instructor in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School
Adult psychiatry residency training; Harvard South Shore Program
Addiction psychiatry fellowship training; Mass General Brigham Program -Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), McLean Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital- in affiliation with Harvard Medical School
Medical School; National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
My preferred psychotherapy models are ACT ( Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and IFS (Internal Family Systems), which I integrate into my practice to empower individuals on their mental health journey.
I'm Ali, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a passion for health and well-being. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with individuals facing various mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, post-traumatic stress, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorders in the inpatient and outpatient settings. In addition to traditional clinical settings, I thoroughly enjoy co-leading retreats focused on healing and empowerment.
My preferred psychotherapy models are ACT ( Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and IFS (Internal Family Systems), which I integrate into my practice to empower individuals on their mental health journey.
I'm Ali, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a passion for health and well-being. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with individuals facing various mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, post-traumatic stress, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorders in the inpatient and outpatient settings. In addition to traditional clinical settings, I thoroughly enjoy co-leading retreats focused on healing and empowerment.
It is the brave person who allows him or herself to feel vulnerable, admit there is a problem, and take steps to find the right help. Loneliness, sadness, anxiety, depression, irritability, anger and/or mood swings are common experiences. Some have experienced trauma in the past, which may continue to cause problems today. I am committed to help people live their best lives. I completed a medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine, and am board-certified in Psychiatry and Preventive Medicine.
It is the brave person who allows him or herself to feel vulnerable, admit there is a problem, and take steps to find the right help. Loneliness, sadness, anxiety, depression, irritability, anger and/or mood swings are common experiences. Some have experienced trauma in the past, which may continue to cause problems today. I am committed to help people live their best lives. I completed a medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine, and am board-certified in Psychiatry and Preventive Medicine.
Miriam Davidson is a PMHNP at LifeStance Health, serving patients throughout Maine. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, Miriam offers comprehensive medication management and behavioral health services for adults, seniors, and teens. Her expertise in coordinating medication plans and providing diagnostic clarity ensures that each patient receives personalized care tailored to their mental health needs. Miriam's compassionate approach empowers her patients to address a wide range of mental health concerns, helping them improve their overall well-being.
Miriam Davidson is a PMHNP at LifeStance Health, serving patients throughout Maine. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, Miriam offers comprehensive medication management and behavioral health services for adults, seniors, and teens. Her expertise in coordinating medication plans and providing diagnostic clarity ensures that each patient receives personalized care tailored to their mental health needs. Miriam's compassionate approach empowers her patients to address a wide range of mental health concerns, helping them improve their overall well-being.
Vicki, Healthy Minds Counseling, Inc
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-
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Hello! My name is Vicki Chandler I'm licensed and board certified as both a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner. I received my doctorate in nursing from the University of Alabama, besides teaching for 17 years in graduate nursing programs at the University of Memphis and the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center. Our practice offers a range of medication options for behavioral health issues in both adults and children. We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs. We also offer outpatient therapy services.
Hello! My name is Vicki Chandler I'm licensed and board certified as both a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner. I received my doctorate in nursing from the University of Alabama, besides teaching for 17 years in graduate nursing programs at the University of Memphis and the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center. Our practice offers a range of medication options for behavioral health issues in both adults and children. We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs. We also offer outpatient therapy services.
With an extensive background in nursing and psychiatric care, I am a seasoned Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health services. My journey began with a solid foundation in nursing education at Gwynedd Mercy University, where I developed and revised curricula for various nurse practitioner programs, ensuring that future healthcare providers are well-equipped to meet the needs of their patients. My commitment to excellence in mental health care is reflected in my work as a consultant for various organizations, where I've played a key role in it.
With an extensive background in nursing and psychiatric care, I am a seasoned Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive mental health services. My journey began with a solid foundation in nursing education at Gwynedd Mercy University, where I developed and revised curricula for various nurse practitioner programs, ensuring that future healthcare providers are well-equipped to meet the needs of their patients. My commitment to excellence in mental health care is reflected in my work as a consultant for various organizations, where I've played a key role in it.
Shannon Grose is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She attended Dabney S Lancaster Community College where she obtained her associate's degree in nursing and Frontier Nursing University where she obtained her graduate degree in nursing. She started her career as a registered nurse working in both the emergency department and correctional facility settings. As a family nurse practitioner, she has gained experience serving a diverse population of all ages via in-person and virtual care settings. Start working on an improved journey to a healthier lifestyle today.
Shannon Grose is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She attended Dabney S Lancaster Community College where she obtained her associate's degree in nursing and Frontier Nursing University where she obtained her graduate degree in nursing. She started her career as a registered nurse working in both the emergency department and correctional facility settings. As a family nurse practitioner, she has gained experience serving a diverse population of all ages via in-person and virtual care settings. Start working on an improved journey to a healthier lifestyle today.
Shannon Grose is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She attended Dabney S Lancaster Community College where she obtained her associate's degree in nursing and Frontier Nursing University where she obtained her graduate degree in nursing. She started her career as a registered nurse working in both the emergency department and correctional facility settings. As a family nurse practitioner, she has gained experience serving a diverse population of all ages via in-person and virtual care settings. Start working on an improved journey to a healthier lifestyle today.
Shannon Grose is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She attended Dabney S Lancaster Community College where she obtained her associate's degree in nursing and Frontier Nursing University where she obtained her graduate degree in nursing. She started her career as a registered nurse working in both the emergency department and correctional facility settings. As a family nurse practitioner, she has gained experience serving a diverse population of all ages via in-person and virtual care settings. Start working on an improved journey to a healthier lifestyle today.
Dr. Luna Sanchez Rivera holds the position of Staff Psychiatrist at Talkiatry. After completing residency in 2016 at the Ponce Medical School Psychiatry Residency in Puerto Rico, she then moved to North Carolina to complete a subspecialty in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Duke University Health System. There, she transitioned into an Assistant Professor position and focused on structuring the Pediatric Emergency Psychiatric Services and helped to support the Consult and Liaison Pediatric Service.
Dr. Luna Sanchez Rivera holds the position of Staff Psychiatrist at Talkiatry. After completing residency in 2016 at the Ponce Medical School Psychiatry Residency in Puerto Rico, she then moved to North Carolina to complete a subspecialty in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Duke University Health System. There, she transitioned into an Assistant Professor position and focused on structuring the Pediatric Emergency Psychiatric Services and helped to support the Consult and Liaison Pediatric Service.
Ariel specializes in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD. She is particularly passionate about working with individuals navigating difficult life transitions, including midlife and later-life changes, grief, and trauma. Her deep commitment to helping patients manage these challenges with care and clinical expertise has made her a trusted provider in the community. Additionally, Ariel’s experience extends to substance use treatment, helping patients struggling with addiction regain control of their lives.
Ariel specializes in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD. She is particularly passionate about working with individuals navigating difficult life transitions, including midlife and later-life changes, grief, and trauma. Her deep commitment to helping patients manage these challenges with care and clinical expertise has made her a trusted provider in the community. Additionally, Ariel’s experience extends to substance use treatment, helping patients struggling with addiction regain control of their lives.
Shannon Grose is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She attended Dabney S Lancaster Community College where she obtained her associate's degree in nursing and Frontier Nursing University where she obtained her graduate degree in nursing. She started her career as a registered nurse working in both the emergency department and correctional facility settings. As a family nurse practitioner, she has gained experience serving a diverse population of all ages via in-person and virtual care settings. Start working on an improved journey to a healthier lifestyle today.
Shannon Grose is a board-certified family nurse practitioner. She attended Dabney S Lancaster Community College where she obtained her associate's degree in nursing and Frontier Nursing University where she obtained her graduate degree in nursing. She started her career as a registered nurse working in both the emergency department and correctional facility settings. As a family nurse practitioner, she has gained experience serving a diverse population of all ages via in-person and virtual care settings. Start working on an improved journey to a healthier lifestyle today.
David Wright is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Portland, Maine who has been practicing since 2018. Prior to joining LifeStance Health, he worked in numerous psychiatric departments for many years, including Adult Outpatient; Adult Inpatient; Adolescent Inpatient; Inpatient Treatment for Substance Use, Abuse, and Addiction; Behavioral Emergency Department; and psychiatric consultation in hospital medical units. In his clinical work, David utilizes an integrative approach specifically designed to meet each individual's needs.
David Wright is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) in Portland, Maine who has been practicing since 2018. Prior to joining LifeStance Health, he worked in numerous psychiatric departments for many years, including Adult Outpatient; Adult Inpatient; Adolescent Inpatient; Inpatient Treatment for Substance Use, Abuse, and Addiction; Behavioral Emergency Department; and psychiatric consultation in hospital medical units. In his clinical work, David utilizes an integrative approach specifically designed to meet each individual's needs.
In her free time Lauryn loves to seek adventure, hike, swim, run and play, as well as share a lovely meal with family and friends, or sink into a cup of tea with a good book or snazzy game. Lauryn has a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Northeastern University, a Masters of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and Post Masters Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from the University of New Hampshire.
In her free time Lauryn loves to seek adventure, hike, swim, run and play, as well as share a lovely meal with family and friends, or sink into a cup of tea with a good book or snazzy game. Lauryn has a Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Northeastern University, a Masters of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner, and Post Masters Certificate in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing from the University of New Hampshire.
Welcome! My name is Linda Sheppard-Reece, and I am board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. Currently, I choose to work with young adults through retirement-aged adults. I take a holistic approach to helping individuals manage mental illness through psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic and lifestyle interventions.
Welcome! My name is Linda Sheppard-Reece, and I am board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. Currently, I choose to work with young adults through retirement-aged adults. I take a holistic approach to helping individuals manage mental illness through psychopharmacological, psychotherapeutic and lifestyle interventions.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Psychiatrists
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.