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Cheryl Demers

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS

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Currently unable to accept new clients
23 Water Street Saco, ME 04072
I specialize in supporting those working in education, healthcare, social services & helping professions, those who spend their days guiding others through crisis, pain & uncertainty, often while quietly navigating the complexities of their own lives. I understand the unique pressures of being a helper: long shifts, emotional labor, ethical dilemmas & quiet moments of doubt that linger after the workday ends, being a compass for others even when your own sense of direction feels blurred. In helping professions, asking for support can feel risky. There’s a persistent stigma suggesting help is weakness. It's not. It's courageous.
My approach is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and a deep respect for the resilience it takes to do this work. We will create a space where helpers can be human – where energy is directed towards healing. Together, we will navigate the unique challenges & the exhaustion that comes from always being “on” and constantly staying strong for others.
My work is guided by core values that honor your humanity, Sustainable Self-Care, Boundaries with Compassion, Radical Permission & Resilience through Connection. Whether you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, burned out, questioning your path, or simply in need of a space to exhale, reflect, & recharge. Remember, you are not alone.
Call or Cheryl Demers now for a free 15 minute consultation - (207) 690-5965

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

23 Water Street

Saco, ME 04072 map

(207) 690-5965
My website
I specialize in Stress, Substance Use and Codependency 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (207) 690-5965
Photo of Cheryl Demers, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

23 Water Street

Saco, ME 04072 map

(207) 690-5965
My website
I specialize in Stress, Substance Use and Codependency 
$140 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $140
  • Couple Sessions $140
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (207) 690-5965
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Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (207) 690-5965

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maine / LC24921 Cheryl Demers
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of Maine , Masters in Social Work, Graduated 2023
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I have over 30 years of experience working in mental health, substance use & crisis response. I hold an MSW, a Rural Integrated Healthcare certificate & Maine licenses (LCSW, LADC, CCS, MHRT/C-CSP). My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive & evidence-based.
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Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 690-5965
"
I have over 30 years of experience working in mental health, substance use & crisis response. I hold an MSW, a Rural Integrated Healthcare certificate & Maine licenses (LCSW, LADC, CCS, MHRT/C-CSP). My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive & evidence-based.
Photo of Cheryl Demers, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 690-5965

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Codependency

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anxiety
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • First Responders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (207) 690-5965
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Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (207) 690-5965

4 Endorsements

Angelica Levy
Angelica Levy
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWMSWMHRT-C
Cheryl is an amazing, talented, and empathetic clinician who anyone would be lucky to work with. She has strong communication skills, crisis intervention skills, and is a genuinely warm person. I would recommend her to anyone!
Carol Oehlschlager
Carol Oehlschlager
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Cheryl has a solid grasp on the mental health structure in its entirety, which enables her to meet the patient where they are at and offer an impactful, thorough, and positive therapeutic experience. Cheryl makes her clients feel at ease and validated.
Lorraine Kimball Swenson
Lorraine Kimball Swenson
Licensed Clinical Professional CounselorLCPC
Cheryl has been a colleague of mine for many years. She has incredible skill in counseling and especially knows how to assess those in crisis. I would send any client to her for her warm guidance and unique ability to empower the strengths in any person.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Compassion Focused
  • Eclectic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Cheryl Demers, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (207) 690-5965
Photo of Cheryl Demers, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (207) 690-5965

Location

Primary Location

23 Water Street

Saco, ME 04072

(207) 690-5965
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Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 690-5965
Photo of Cheryl Demers, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Cheryl Demers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 690-5965