Adoption Therapists in Kennebunk, ME

Photo of Dr. Scott P Kavanagh, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Kennebunk, ME
Dr. Scott P Kavanagh
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DMin, LMHC, LPC, LCPC, ACPE
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Established Practice in Maine 2017. Life events can cause us to experience a variety of feelings such as anxiety, uncertainty, sadness, frustration, anger and even hopelessness. Stress impacts our relationships, work, financial well being, and families. There are chapters in everyone's life that are overwhelming and during these times it is wise and healthy to process with someone who is objective and understanding. Counseling can assist us in becoming unstuck. Sometimes short term intervention is all that is needed. Call to schedule an appointment.
Established Practice in Maine 2017. Life events can cause us to experience a variety of feelings such as anxiety, uncertainty, sadness, frustration, anger and even hopelessness. Stress impacts our relationships, work, financial well being, and families. There are chapters in everyone's life that are overwhelming and during these times it is wise and healthy to process with someone who is objective and understanding. Counseling can assist us in becoming unstuck. Sometimes short term intervention is all that is needed. Call to schedule an appointment.
(315) 939-1148 View (315) 939-1148
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Nannette Nero
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, CAGS, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Currently, my primary work is with Individual Adults, in Kennebunk, Maine and Telehealth in Maine, Massachusetts and Florida. We all want to be happy. And many of us are happy much of the time as ordinary events pass through us without leaving a mark. And then, something happens and we're stuck. These events narrow our view of ourselves, our world and keep us from living to our full potential. Your problems affect who you are today and you want things to change. I can help you reduce what keeps you stuck so that you can move forward living your life in a more fulfilling and meaningful way.
Currently, my primary work is with Individual Adults, in Kennebunk, Maine and Telehealth in Maine, Massachusetts and Florida. We all want to be happy. And many of us are happy much of the time as ordinary events pass through us without leaving a mark. And then, something happens and we're stuck. These events narrow our view of ourselves, our world and keep us from living to our full potential. Your problems affect who you are today and you want things to change. I can help you reduce what keeps you stuck so that you can move forward living your life in a more fulfilling and meaningful way.
(207) 518-7851 View (207) 518-7851
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Julia Burns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043  (Online Only)
Welcome! I know that we are living in some challenging times. There is a profound sense of burnout we are all feeling these days. When you couple that with depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss, it can feel overwhelming. There is hope. By sharing your challenges and learning new ways to cope, improvement and recovery are possible. I am a psychotherapist who provides online therapy to adults, adolescents, and families. I have been practicing social work for 30 years. I hold a Master's Degree and a Doctoral Degree in Social Work and am licensed in Maine as a clinical social worker.
Welcome! I know that we are living in some challenging times. There is a profound sense of burnout we are all feeling these days. When you couple that with depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss, it can feel overwhelming. There is hope. By sharing your challenges and learning new ways to cope, improvement and recovery are possible. I am a psychotherapist who provides online therapy to adults, adolescents, and families. I have been practicing social work for 30 years. I hold a Master's Degree and a Doctoral Degree in Social Work and am licensed in Maine as a clinical social worker.
(207) 355-7774 View (207) 355-7774
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Kathleen Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Therapy can provide children and teens a safe and supportive setting to learn to identify and express their emotions, make progress with social integration, growth and development. They have the opportunity to develop skills to more effectively manage their social and emotional challenges that impact their interactions with others. Parents strive to create happiness in the lives of their children. In my practice, they will learn to identify their strengths, become more confident in their ability to work through their emotional challenges, improve their social skills, increase self-awareness and develop a more positive sense of self.
Therapy can provide children and teens a safe and supportive setting to learn to identify and express their emotions, make progress with social integration, growth and development. They have the opportunity to develop skills to more effectively manage their social and emotional challenges that impact their interactions with others. Parents strive to create happiness in the lives of their children. In my practice, they will learn to identify their strengths, become more confident in their ability to work through their emotional challenges, improve their social skills, increase self-awareness and develop a more positive sense of self.
(207) 200-7128 View (207) 200-7128
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Sharon G. Berliner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Therapy can provide children a safe and supportive way to learn to identify and express their experiences and feelings; and make progress with social integration, growth, and development. They can develop skills to understand and work through psychosocial challenges. They have the opportunity to gain self-awareness and experience social and emotional success. Creating happiness is what parents strive for when raising children. In my practice, children will learn to identify their strengths, and become more skilled and confident in working through emotional stressors and skill deficits.
Therapy can provide children a safe and supportive way to learn to identify and express their experiences and feelings; and make progress with social integration, growth, and development. They can develop skills to understand and work through psychosocial challenges. They have the opportunity to gain self-awareness and experience social and emotional success. Creating happiness is what parents strive for when raising children. In my practice, children will learn to identify their strengths, and become more skilled and confident in working through emotional stressors and skill deficits.
(207) 939-5555 View (207) 939-5555
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Kelly Sweeney
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Providing telehealth and in-person sessions in Florida and telehealth in Maine! We are truly living in unprecedented times. It is normal to be struggling with the challenges these times have presented. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges and implement strategies to improve your life. Whether you're struggling as a result of current events, or experiences from your past, I can help you overcome these struggles and live your best life. Offering a variety of modalities, including neurofeedback and EMDR, two powerful and proven techniques, that provide relief without requiring you to talk about your stressors.
Providing telehealth and in-person sessions in Florida and telehealth in Maine! We are truly living in unprecedented times. It is normal to be struggling with the challenges these times have presented. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges and implement strategies to improve your life. Whether you're struggling as a result of current events, or experiences from your past, I can help you overcome these struggles and live your best life. Offering a variety of modalities, including neurofeedback and EMDR, two powerful and proven techniques, that provide relief without requiring you to talk about your stressors.
(561) 264-5435 View (561) 264-5435
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Wendy Noyes
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043  (Online Only)
Are you constantly worried about what might happen? Do you re-play situations in your mind and wish you could go back and change what you said? Do you doubt yourself? Does all of this negative thinking make you feel exhausted? Symptoms of anxiety can take a toll on your well being and can cause many unwanted results. Anxiety can surface for many reasons at any time in your life. Experiencing these emotions can affect our relationships as well. It can be scary to take that first step to seek counseling, however that first step is all you need.
Are you constantly worried about what might happen? Do you re-play situations in your mind and wish you could go back and change what you said? Do you doubt yourself? Does all of this negative thinking make you feel exhausted? Symptoms of anxiety can take a toll on your well being and can cause many unwanted results. Anxiety can surface for many reasons at any time in your life. Experiencing these emotions can affect our relationships as well. It can be scary to take that first step to seek counseling, however that first step is all you need.
(207) 517-2264 View (207) 517-2264
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Hope Hanron
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CADC, TIRF
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043  (Online Only)
Welcome. The "OLD NORMAL" is gone. The "NEW NORMAL" is what is. Let me help you to re-invent your NEW, NEW NORMAL. Life is a gift. Everyone is special in their own way. I assist individuals by helping them to realize what their positive attributes and potential abilities are within and assist obtaining their goals in life. I believe that It's not the lessons we are given in life that count. It's the way that we handle these challenges that are important. As a result, my clients receive tools of wellness to help them to live in optimal wellness. I am eclectic. Free phone consult to determine if I am a good fit to meet your needs.
Welcome. The "OLD NORMAL" is gone. The "NEW NORMAL" is what is. Let me help you to re-invent your NEW, NEW NORMAL. Life is a gift. Everyone is special in their own way. I assist individuals by helping them to realize what their positive attributes and potential abilities are within and assist obtaining their goals in life. I believe that It's not the lessons we are given in life that count. It's the way that we handle these challenges that are important. As a result, my clients receive tools of wellness to help them to live in optimal wellness. I am eclectic. Free phone consult to determine if I am a good fit to meet your needs.
(207) 730-2870 View (207) 730-2870
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Catherine Fatina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043
I love my work and am in awe of the individuals I work with who courageously address the hurts in their life that prevent them from living more fully. It maybe a crisis in a relationship, ongoing anxiety or depression, a painful trauma, or an inner sense that things are just not right. Together we pay attention to these feelings, enabling them to be talked about, more fully experienced and then understood. This transformative process can restore joy and resilience in life, as well as improve the capacity to care about oneself and be in relationship with others.
I love my work and am in awe of the individuals I work with who courageously address the hurts in their life that prevent them from living more fully. It maybe a crisis in a relationship, ongoing anxiety or depression, a painful trauma, or an inner sense that things are just not right. Together we pay attention to these feelings, enabling them to be talked about, more fully experienced and then understood. This transformative process can restore joy and resilience in life, as well as improve the capacity to care about oneself and be in relationship with others.
(603) 819-4214 View (603) 819-4214
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Melissa Linden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Waitlist for new clients
I believe a sense of trust is a key component for someone feeling safe in therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that will provide that experience for all of my clients. My unique, person-centered approach to therapy gives you the space to feel safe, secure and supported while using evidenced based modalities. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing and tailor treatment to the individual. My role as your therapist is to help provide the tools needed to gain insight, self-discovery and healing from past experiences, allowing you to live a happier and more fulfilling future
I believe a sense of trust is a key component for someone feeling safe in therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that will provide that experience for all of my clients. My unique, person-centered approach to therapy gives you the space to feel safe, secure and supported while using evidenced based modalities. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing and tailor treatment to the individual. My role as your therapist is to help provide the tools needed to gain insight, self-discovery and healing from past experiences, allowing you to live a happier and more fulfilling future
(860) 831-4261 View (860) 831-4261
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Edward L. Sharood
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC-C, CADC
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043
I am here to help get your life in balance. There are infinite ways in which this can happen. We will work to identify the pathway forward that is the most comfortable and appropriate for your situation. There are often aspects of your life that have layers interwoven below the surface of what may be presenting. Rarely is the journey linear or one solution that meets all your goals and needs. We say "It takes a village", I am here to help you through the process of change as you work to adjust, transition, and create the best version of yourself. I look forward to connecting and working with you as you build your toolbox supports.
I am here to help get your life in balance. There are infinite ways in which this can happen. We will work to identify the pathway forward that is the most comfortable and appropriate for your situation. There are often aspects of your life that have layers interwoven below the surface of what may be presenting. Rarely is the journey linear or one solution that meets all your goals and needs. We say "It takes a village", I am here to help you through the process of change as you work to adjust, transition, and create the best version of yourself. I look forward to connecting and working with you as you build your toolbox supports.
(207) 825-7565 View (207) 825-7565
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Julia E Ovalle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kennebunk, ME 04043  (Online Only)
My view of therapy is an opportunity to engage in a collaborative process by which the therapist and client work together towards enriching lifestyle, and enhancing overall well-being. Additional treatment modalities I draw from include cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques aimed to help reframe and replace negative thought patterns leading to healthier responses in challenging situations. Furthermore, I work from a strengths based perspective that amplifies each individual's unique qualities through the process of self-discovery, healing, acceptance and forgiveness of self and others.
My view of therapy is an opportunity to engage in a collaborative process by which the therapist and client work together towards enriching lifestyle, and enhancing overall well-being. Additional treatment modalities I draw from include cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques aimed to help reframe and replace negative thought patterns leading to healthier responses in challenging situations. Furthermore, I work from a strengths based perspective that amplifies each individual's unique qualities through the process of self-discovery, healing, acceptance and forgiveness of self and others.
(603) 732-9256 View (603) 732-9256
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Anne Lindquist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Not accepting new clients
After over 23 years in agency work I am transitioning to private practice. I am currently offering telehealth only, but will offer in-person sessions in Kennebunk, Maine, beginning the second week of December. I have worked in community mental health, and for the past 11 years, serving the veteran population in Southern Maine. My approach is primarily from an attachment perspective, recognizing that peoples' struggles come from multiple influences.
After over 23 years in agency work I am transitioning to private practice. I am currently offering telehealth only, but will offer in-person sessions in Kennebunk, Maine, beginning the second week of December. I have worked in community mental health, and for the past 11 years, serving the veteran population in Southern Maine. My approach is primarily from an attachment perspective, recognizing that peoples' struggles come from multiple influences.
(207) 962-2810 View (207) 962-2810
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Acorn & Oak, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Not accepting new clients
We're a group of mental health therapists who work to assist people in tough situations by listening actively, identifying strengths and supports to be used or to be developed, sharing science-based research and practical tools, promoting insight and understanding of various contributing factors, and ultimately helping clients find lasting solutions. Our work is defined by the client’s vision of what they want their life to become. The inner life and the outer life are both parts of the picture, and we seek to bring both into focus.
We're a group of mental health therapists who work to assist people in tough situations by listening actively, identifying strengths and supports to be used or to be developed, sharing science-based research and practical tools, promoting insight and understanding of various contributing factors, and ultimately helping clients find lasting solutions. Our work is defined by the client’s vision of what they want their life to become. The inner life and the outer life are both parts of the picture, and we seek to bring both into focus.
(207) 507-3909 View (207) 507-3909
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Janice L Kienzle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life can be challenging! Often we neglect our emotional health and the increase of daily stress, worry and hurts from our past can take their toll on the daily functioning. I have 20+ years of experience in private practice as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor to use to your benefit. I believe healing can take place through a caring, supportive therapeutic relationship. I have assisted children, teen, adults and families to explore their emotions and develop skills to make changes for a more satisfying life. "I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become." Carl Jung
Life can be challenging! Often we neglect our emotional health and the increase of daily stress, worry and hurts from our past can take their toll on the daily functioning. I have 20+ years of experience in private practice as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor to use to your benefit. I believe healing can take place through a caring, supportive therapeutic relationship. I have assisted children, teen, adults and families to explore their emotions and develop skills to make changes for a more satisfying life. "I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become." Carl Jung
(207) 747-3261 View (207) 747-3261
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Hannah Magnusson
Counselor, MA, LCPC-C
Verified Verified
Kennebunk, ME 04043
Not accepting new clients
I'm sorry, I am not accepting new clients. Hi, I'm Hannah! It can feel challenging to think about starting therapy and overwhelming to know what brings you or your family to seek support. What I know about therapy is that the best fit is usually based on the relationship between the therapist and the client (you). A lot of the time therapy is about how you feel talking to and sitting with that person. I look forward to connecting with you regarding office based therapy or Ecotherapy. Ecotherapy is about healing with nature, connecting to the environment and often takes place outdoors.
I'm sorry, I am not accepting new clients. Hi, I'm Hannah! It can feel challenging to think about starting therapy and overwhelming to know what brings you or your family to seek support. What I know about therapy is that the best fit is usually based on the relationship between the therapist and the client (you). A lot of the time therapy is about how you feel talking to and sitting with that person. I look forward to connecting with you regarding office based therapy or Ecotherapy. Ecotherapy is about healing with nature, connecting to the environment and often takes place outdoors.
(207) 426-4783 View (207) 426-4783

More Therapists Nearby

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Karlene Hafemann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saco, ME 04072
Waitlist for new clients
Areas of practice include: foster care and adoption, childhood trauma, attachment disorders, PTSD, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, anxiety disorders, traumatic brain injury, sensory processing disorder, and ASD.
I am a trauma informed, neurodiversity celebrating, gender affirming, complex attachment navigating, soft spot landing, therapist. I welcome adults, teens, children, and families that have experienced complex and generational trauma, attachment trauma, and those that have found themselves on foster care and adoption journeys. I also specialize in co-collaborative work with OTs, PTs, and SLPs, in working with families that experience the complex behaviors and challenges that come with sensory integration needs, Autism Spectrum Disorder, FASD, ADHD, and other neurological diversity.
Areas of practice include: foster care and adoption, childhood trauma, attachment disorders, PTSD, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, anxiety disorders, traumatic brain injury, sensory processing disorder, and ASD.
I am a trauma informed, neurodiversity celebrating, gender affirming, complex attachment navigating, soft spot landing, therapist. I welcome adults, teens, children, and families that have experienced complex and generational trauma, attachment trauma, and those that have found themselves on foster care and adoption journeys. I also specialize in co-collaborative work with OTs, PTs, and SLPs, in working with families that experience the complex behaviors and challenges that come with sensory integration needs, Autism Spectrum Disorder, FASD, ADHD, and other neurological diversity.
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Lizz Simon-Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Biddeford, ME 04005  (Online Only)
I work best with trauma + stressor related disorders, fellow moms, women struggling with anxiety + depression, and folks experiencing the beauty + struggle of adoption (proud adoptee myself!).
Accepting new clients for $35 therapy starting May 6, 2024! Yes - just $35! Hey there, I’m so grateful you’re here! I’m Lizz – single mom to a sassy pre-teen, clinical social work graduate student, avid swearer, book lover and newbie/intern therapist. I’m currently accepting new clients at Beauty In Her Struggle, LLC – a trauma-informed psychotherapy practice for women, transgender and non-binary individuals. If you’ve been considering trying out therapy, or looking for someone with relatable life experiences, I’d love to connect.
I work best with trauma + stressor related disorders, fellow moms, women struggling with anxiety + depression, and folks experiencing the beauty + struggle of adoption (proud adoptee myself!).
Accepting new clients for $35 therapy starting May 6, 2024! Yes - just $35! Hey there, I’m so grateful you’re here! I’m Lizz – single mom to a sassy pre-teen, clinical social work graduate student, avid swearer, book lover and newbie/intern therapist. I’m currently accepting new clients at Beauty In Her Struggle, LLC – a trauma-informed psychotherapy practice for women, transgender and non-binary individuals. If you’ve been considering trying out therapy, or looking for someone with relatable life experiences, I’d love to connect.
(207) 579-8804 View (207) 579-8804
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Genevieve Spears
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Biddeford, ME 04005
I provide individual therapy to adults experiencing a wide range of life challenges, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, work and school stress, and other life transitions. I have a particular interest in new mother’s mental health and supporting individuals as they adjust to parenting.
I provide individual therapy to adults experiencing a wide range of life challenges, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, work and school stress, and other life transitions. I have a particular interest in new mother’s mental health and supporting individuals as they adjust to parenting.
(207) 492-7089 View (207) 492-7089
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Jeffrey S Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, GAL
Verified Verified
Saco, ME 04072
Waitlist for new clients
I have been in practice since 2001, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the treatment of anxiety and depression. I will work with children over 10, adolescents and adults. I'll work with individuals, couples and families. I believe that therapists are like shoes...some fit and some don't, and sometimes it could be the right shoe for the wrong occasion. I appreciate your interest, and would like to see if our therapeutic relationship is a comfortable fit.
I have been in practice since 2001, specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for the treatment of anxiety and depression. I will work with children over 10, adolescents and adults. I'll work with individuals, couples and families. I believe that therapists are like shoes...some fit and some don't, and sometimes it could be the right shoe for the wrong occasion. I appreciate your interest, and would like to see if our therapeutic relationship is a comfortable fit.
(207) 613-2064 View (207) 613-2064
Adoption Therapists

Does my adopted child need therapy?

Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.

When should adoptive parents seek therapy?

Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.

Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?

Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.

What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?

A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.