LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in 04011
Mary Furlong
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Waitlist for new clients
As a queer-identified counselor, I strive to work from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed lens where each person’s needs are seen and valued.
It can take a lot of courage and vulnerability to reach out and seek support for your mental and emotional wellbeing. My primary goal as a counselor is to create a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental space for folks to engage in their personal healing and growth. I believe in a collaborative and client-directed approach to therapy based on warmth, compassion, and humor.
As a queer-identified counselor, I strive to work from an anti-oppressive, trauma-informed lens where each person’s needs are seen and valued.
It can take a lot of courage and vulnerability to reach out and seek support for your mental and emotional wellbeing. My primary goal as a counselor is to create a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental space for folks to engage in their personal healing and growth. I believe in a collaborative and client-directed approach to therapy based on warmth, compassion, and humor.
Jessica Whitten
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
With your consent, I may use a variety of approaches during our sessions, including: Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, mindfulness and meditation, EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to address such topics as anxiety and depression, trauma/PTSD and LGBTQIA+ issues.
Currently offering Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy only. Please visit www.WhittenWellnessMaine.com for research, cost and steps, or contact me for a free consultation. I welcome clients of all stages, phases, genders, sexual identities and orientations, races, religions, and national origins. I will meet you exactly where you are, in this moment. My personal approach to therapy is blending traditional and unconventional practices, encouraging personal growth, and healing in a compassionate, nonjudgemental setting.
With your consent, I may use a variety of approaches during our sessions, including: Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, mindfulness and meditation, EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, to address such topics as anxiety and depression, trauma/PTSD and LGBTQIA+ issues.
Currently offering Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy only. Please visit www.WhittenWellnessMaine.com for research, cost and steps, or contact me for a free consultation. I welcome clients of all stages, phases, genders, sexual identities and orientations, races, religions, and national origins. I will meet you exactly where you are, in this moment. My personal approach to therapy is blending traditional and unconventional practices, encouraging personal growth, and healing in a compassionate, nonjudgemental setting.
Ryan Noel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Members of the LGBTQ+ community feel at ease and supported in our work together.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I'm here to help you navigate the challenging process of finding a therapist who is the best fit for you. I have specialized experience working with college students and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. My clients experience a safe and welcoming environment and feel seen, heard, and validated. I also provide an in person Tuesday day evenening group in Portland for adults who seek a safe and supportive space to explore their relationship with drug use and positive changes through harm reduction.
Members of the LGBTQ+ community feel at ease and supported in our work together.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. I'm here to help you navigate the challenging process of finding a therapist who is the best fit for you. I have specialized experience working with college students and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. My clients experience a safe and welcoming environment and feel seen, heard, and validated. I also provide an in person Tuesday day evenening group in Portland for adults who seek a safe and supportive space to explore their relationship with drug use and positive changes through harm reduction.
Kate Hanley White
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Garrison is a stellar therapist committed to providing therapy to people of color, immigrants, refugees, international students, and LGBTQ+ community member in Maine.
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.
Garrison is a stellar therapist committed to providing therapy to people of color, immigrants, refugees, international students, and LGBTQ+ community member in Maine.
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.
Justine L. Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brunswick, ME 04011
With a wealth of experience in navigating the intricate paths of mental health, I am dedicated to fostering transformative journeys for those grappling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and the complex emotional landscapes of grief and loss. I take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment, where individuals from all walks of life, including members of the queer, transgender, non-binary communities, and those engaged in open, non-monogamous, or sex-positive/kink relationships, feel deeply valued and respected.
With a wealth of experience in navigating the intricate paths of mental health, I am dedicated to fostering transformative journeys for those grappling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and the complex emotional landscapes of grief and loss. I take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment, where individuals from all walks of life, including members of the queer, transgender, non-binary communities, and those engaged in open, non-monogamous, or sex-positive/kink relationships, feel deeply valued and respected.
Amanda van Hamme
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011 (Online Only)
As a mom, veteran, and member of the queer community, supporting others is my passion.
Feeling constantly on edge with intrusive thoughts and a looming sense of doom? Struggling with feelings of loss, fear, or hopelessness? Is your inner critic relentless, highlighting mistakes and fueling self-doubt? You're not alone. Anxiety and depression can be overwhelming, especially amidst life changes. In therapy, we'll create a safe space to explore emotions, confront fears, and develop coping strategies, fostering resilience for healing, step by step.
As a mom, veteran, and member of the queer community, supporting others is my passion.
Feeling constantly on edge with intrusive thoughts and a looming sense of doom? Struggling with feelings of loss, fear, or hopelessness? Is your inner critic relentless, highlighting mistakes and fueling self-doubt? You're not alone. Anxiety and depression can be overwhelming, especially amidst life changes. In therapy, we'll create a safe space to explore emotions, confront fears, and develop coping strategies, fostering resilience for healing, step by step.
Jo Werther
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Who is Jo Werther? A licensed clinical social worker and mindfulness-based life coach with twenty-five years of practice in the fields of mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, high school and college counseling, hospice care, and private practice. Jo received her Master of Social Work degree in 1995. A popular podcast host, compassionate counselor and life coach, intuitive thinker, and inspiring teacher. Creator of The New Plan A and The Five Ps of Inner Peace, two unique methods for healing from heartbreak, loss, and grief, mastering stress, and restoring emotional well-being with simple daily practices.
Who is Jo Werther? A licensed clinical social worker and mindfulness-based life coach with twenty-five years of practice in the fields of mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, high school and college counseling, hospice care, and private practice. Jo received her Master of Social Work degree in 1995. A popular podcast host, compassionate counselor and life coach, intuitive thinker, and inspiring teacher. Creator of The New Plan A and The Five Ps of Inner Peace, two unique methods for healing from heartbreak, loss, and grief, mastering stress, and restoring emotional well-being with simple daily practices.
Alexis Waller
Counselor, MS, MDiv, ThD, LCPC-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brunswick, ME 04011
Waitlist for new clients
My approach to therapy is depth-oriented, collaborative, and attuned to embodied experience. Bringing attention to both present experience and past dynamics, we will work together to become more aware of the stories and values that shape your sense of self and inform your symptoms. We aim to create a sturdy container for deepening your capacity to lean with curiosity into discomfort, difference, and the unknown as it shows up in your life. To support this process, I draw on psychoanalytic and emotion-focused training, mindfulness practices, and somatically engaged Jungian dreamwork.
My approach to therapy is depth-oriented, collaborative, and attuned to embodied experience. Bringing attention to both present experience and past dynamics, we will work together to become more aware of the stories and values that shape your sense of self and inform your symptoms. We aim to create a sturdy container for deepening your capacity to lean with curiosity into discomfort, difference, and the unknown as it shows up in your life. To support this process, I draw on psychoanalytic and emotion-focused training, mindfulness practices, and somatically engaged Jungian dreamwork.
Michael Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Mike Mitchell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine who has been practicing since 1986. Mike believes in the inner capacity of all people to find solutions to life challenges. His role as therapist is to collaborate in that effort by providing affirmation, guidance, support, and perspective on how to make change happen. Mike considers himself a strong ally of all marginalized people and brings more than 35 years of experience on a wide range of behavioral concerns. He looks forward to working together in finding meaningful solutions to your concerns.
Mike Mitchell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine who has been practicing since 1986. Mike believes in the inner capacity of all people to find solutions to life challenges. His role as therapist is to collaborate in that effort by providing affirmation, guidance, support, and perspective on how to make change happen. Mike considers himself a strong ally of all marginalized people and brings more than 35 years of experience on a wide range of behavioral concerns. He looks forward to working together in finding meaningful solutions to your concerns.
Stephanie Thomspon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Stephanie Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine who has been practicing since 2018. She earned a Master of Social Work through the University of New England and her Undergraduate Degree in Mental Health and Human Services through the University of Maine at Augusta. Stephanie likes to meet people where they are at in their journey of life and support them through processes where their mental health is impacting the life in which they want to live. She provides a safe space, empathy, and no judgement, to name a few.
Stephanie Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine who has been practicing since 2018. She earned a Master of Social Work through the University of New England and her Undergraduate Degree in Mental Health and Human Services through the University of Maine at Augusta. Stephanie likes to meet people where they are at in their journey of life and support them through processes where their mental health is impacting the life in which they want to live. She provides a safe space, empathy, and no judgement, to name a few.
Eliza Kehew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brunswick, ME 04011 (Online Only)
Whether brought on by current life transitions, day to day living, or things that happened in the past, therapy is a confidential space for you to organize your thoughts and feelings. Through my work as a therapist, I accompany people on a journey of self-discovery that fosters healing, promotes growth, and enhances overall wellbeing.
Whether brought on by current life transitions, day to day living, or things that happened in the past, therapy is a confidential space for you to organize your thoughts and feelings. Through my work as a therapist, I accompany people on a journey of self-discovery that fosters healing, promotes growth, and enhances overall wellbeing.
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Jess Conery-Poulin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
I use a combination of therapeutic interventions to best address the needs of each specific client. My approach with clients is trauma-informed and client-centered with an emphasis on developing strengths and improving adaptive responses. I specialize in working with clients of all ages with complex trauma, attachment difficulties, family conflict, life transitions and other behavioral and mental health challenges. I also provide EMDR focused trauma treatment.
I use a combination of therapeutic interventions to best address the needs of each specific client. My approach with clients is trauma-informed and client-centered with an emphasis on developing strengths and improving adaptive responses. I specialize in working with clients of all ages with complex trauma, attachment difficulties, family conflict, life transitions and other behavioral and mental health challenges. I also provide EMDR focused trauma treatment.
Leslie Bartlett
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
I believe in the basic goodness of all humans, no exceptions. I am honored to sit with couples as they build their trust, & strengthen their love, commitment & true understanding of how ‘to be with each other’. I get to see soft, smiling eyes increasingly shared & I love when a couple says their children are noticing. I like to say, ‘we are healing the planet, one couple at a time’. My work is inspired by my connection with my husband Steven, by neuroscience, mindfulness, and body centered work. The body does not lie but we must learn its language. The mind, in the service of protection, will hide certain truths from us.
I believe in the basic goodness of all humans, no exceptions. I am honored to sit with couples as they build their trust, & strengthen their love, commitment & true understanding of how ‘to be with each other’. I get to see soft, smiling eyes increasingly shared & I love when a couple says their children are noticing. I like to say, ‘we are healing the planet, one couple at a time’. My work is inspired by my connection with my husband Steven, by neuroscience, mindfulness, and body centered work. The body does not lie but we must learn its language. The mind, in the service of protection, will hide certain truths from us.
Alice Ayoob
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Waitlist for new clients
I currently have a wait list of about 6 weeks. I am not taking any new telehealth clients at this time. It's certainly not easy to keep all the "plates spinning" all the time, is it? We all get discouraged, distracted or thrown off track sometimes, especially when we have big changes happening. Counseling can help you learn new strategies to stay focused on what's important. I work with adults who experience depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and changes that come with age. I primarily provide in-person counseling, but also offer telehealth in some circumstances.
I currently have a wait list of about 6 weeks. I am not taking any new telehealth clients at this time. It's certainly not easy to keep all the "plates spinning" all the time, is it? We all get discouraged, distracted or thrown off track sometimes, especially when we have big changes happening. Counseling can help you learn new strategies to stay focused on what's important. I work with adults who experience depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and changes that come with age. I primarily provide in-person counseling, but also offer telehealth in some circumstances.
Psychology Specialists of Maine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, ME 04011
We have October openings in person and tele-health! Our intake specialists will help match you with one of our experienced and caring Maine psychologist with whom you can begin your journey toward meaningful change. We are a local, women-owned therapy center offering specialized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, bipolar, grief, eating disorders, personality disorders, health concerns, chronic pain and illness, sleep problems, relationship concerns, and couples counseling. Please visit our website to learn more about our services.
We have October openings in person and tele-health! Our intake specialists will help match you with one of our experienced and caring Maine psychologist with whom you can begin your journey toward meaningful change. We are a local, women-owned therapy center offering specialized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, bipolar, grief, eating disorders, personality disorders, health concerns, chronic pain and illness, sleep problems, relationship concerns, and couples counseling. Please visit our website to learn more about our services.
Lisa Love
MSN, RN, CNS, BC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brunswick, ME 04011
You are smart - an accomplished professional others rely upon. You struggle with self-doubt, worry, high expectations and a troublesome inner critic. Who do YOU turn to when you realize you're overwhelmed? You've been coping with life-altering challenges and realize you're stretched too thin and feel tired and ineffective. You've tried traditional therapy and sense it's not quite the right fit. You're curious about working with a coach who's walked her own path of transformation, and knows how to sit with the Unknown calmly, until it opens into something clarifying and bold. Call today - take advantage of a free meet & greet.
You are smart - an accomplished professional others rely upon. You struggle with self-doubt, worry, high expectations and a troublesome inner critic. Who do YOU turn to when you realize you're overwhelmed? You've been coping with life-altering challenges and realize you're stretched too thin and feel tired and ineffective. You've tried traditional therapy and sense it's not quite the right fit. You're curious about working with a coach who's walked her own path of transformation, and knows how to sit with the Unknown calmly, until it opens into something clarifying and bold. Call today - take advantage of a free meet & greet.
Ron Young
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
I work with adults (18+) to help relieve depression, anxiety, stress, challenges within relationships, grief, as well as challenges associated with life transitions, loss and adjustment. My consistent, caring and collaborative approach will help you gain insight and we will develop a plan to create fulfilling and lasting changes.
I work with adults (18+) to help relieve depression, anxiety, stress, challenges within relationships, grief, as well as challenges associated with life transitions, loss and adjustment. My consistent, caring and collaborative approach will help you gain insight and we will develop a plan to create fulfilling and lasting changes.
Michelle Kanga
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, ME 04011
Current openings for August DBT group. DBT groups are recommended if you experience longstanding difficulties with managing emotions, such as intense negative emotions, emotional lability, suicidal and suicidal thoughts and behaviors, difficulty tolerating distress, and/or related problems in relationships. DBT is not recommended if you have prominent psychotic symptoms (e.g., diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder or schizophrenia), current alcohol or substance abuse, or significant cognitive or intellectual impairments as these symptoms may interfere with the capacity to learn and implement DBT skills.
Current openings for August DBT group. DBT groups are recommended if you experience longstanding difficulties with managing emotions, such as intense negative emotions, emotional lability, suicidal and suicidal thoughts and behaviors, difficulty tolerating distress, and/or related problems in relationships. DBT is not recommended if you have prominent psychotic symptoms (e.g., diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder or schizophrenia), current alcohol or substance abuse, or significant cognitive or intellectual impairments as these symptoms may interfere with the capacity to learn and implement DBT skills.
James Basile
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for 30 years.I have worked in a variety of clinical settings,recently,working for NBC Universal Studios as a psychotherapist and production consultant.
My areas of specialty are treating depression and anxiety issues,couples therapy and children/adults with ADD/ADHD. I work with men, women, adolescents, families and couples.
I believe that the hardest part of changing your life, is finding the courage to make an initial phone call to a therapist. I welcome your phone call and the potential opportunity to work with you.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for 30 years.I have worked in a variety of clinical settings,recently,working for NBC Universal Studios as a psychotherapist and production consultant.
My areas of specialty are treating depression and anxiety issues,couples therapy and children/adults with ADD/ADHD. I work with men, women, adolescents, families and couples.
I believe that the hardest part of changing your life, is finding the courage to make an initial phone call to a therapist. I welcome your phone call and the potential opportunity to work with you.
Betsy Kehoe Elder
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
Focused on healing through trauma-informed, body-based care and grounded in family systems theory, I draw on a range of counseling approaches including; psychodynamic, transpersonal, existential, expressive, mindfulness, mind-body, behavioral (DBT and CBT). Together we sojourn toward self-awareness and compassion for self. Emblematic moments from the past may have become conditioned responses to the present. We focus both on here and now and historical events. TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy and EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing help re-program stored arousal in the body.
Focused on healing through trauma-informed, body-based care and grounded in family systems theory, I draw on a range of counseling approaches including; psychodynamic, transpersonal, existential, expressive, mindfulness, mind-body, behavioral (DBT and CBT). Together we sojourn toward self-awareness and compassion for self. Emblematic moments from the past may have become conditioned responses to the present. We focus both on here and now and historical events. TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy and EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing help re-program stored arousal in the body.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.