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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Bangor, ME 04401
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With extensive experience supporting adults and couples—especially those navigating trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges—I bring a direct, grounded approach to therapy, with a healthy dose of humor to keep the journey human. I believe that real change happens when we can be honest, brave, and willing to laugh a little along the way. The goal is to create a welcoming environment where people can show up authentically and feel supported as they work toward meaningful change.
Couples work centers on breaking familiar cycles, rebuilding trust, and fostering clearer, more compassionate communication. Whether partners are healing from a rupture or simply trying to reconnect, therapy becomes a space to explore challenges together, strengthen teamwork, and move forward with purpose and understanding.
Evidence‑based approaches backed by science are used in conjunction with a blended approach that is personalized. —no cookie‑cutter plans, no rigid scripts. A genuine focus on meeting people where they are, honoring their pace, and celebrating the small steps that often matter the most.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Check Your Peace

Bangor, ME 04401

(207) 503-2113

Spring Lake, NC 28390

Currently accepting telehealth clients in Maine and North Carolina
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (207) 503-2113
Photo of Anne Malena, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Check Your Peace

Bangor, ME 04401

(207) 503-2113

Spring Lake, NC 28390

Currently accepting telehealth clients in Maine and North Carolina
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Humana
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (207) 503-2113

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maine / LC12203 Anne Malena
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Attended University of Maine, MSW, Graduated 2007
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: North Carolina C007755 / 2026
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Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (207) 503-2113
Photo of Anne Malena, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (207) 503-2113

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Life Coaching
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (207) 503-2113
Photo of Anne Malena, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (207) 503-2113

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • EMDR
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (207) 503-2113
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Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (207) 503-2113

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Check Your Peace

Bangor, ME 04401

(207) 503-2113

Additional Location

Spring Lake, NC 28390

(207) 503-2113
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Currently accepting telehealth clients in Maine and North Carolina
Photo of Anne Malena, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 503-2113
"
Currently accepting telehealth clients in Maine and North Carolina
Photo of Anne Malena, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Anne Malena
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 503-2113