Therapists in 04105

I'm a counselor and ADHD coach, specializing in the treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) for adults and couples. I also help adults overcome the lingering effects of childhood trauma (a.k.a. developmental trauma). Most of my clients have both. I also have experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder, another commonly co-occurring condition. I do not work with children. You may find counseling with me to be different than what you’ve experienced in the past. I use techniques that go beyond talk therapy, including EMDR, EFT/Tapping, and Ego State / Parts Work. Because sometimes, talking about it isn't enough.

Do you experience the outdoors as a place of healing and comfort? Can you imagine meeting with your therapist outside for support? To learn skills to improve your life and overall well-being? I love the outdoors and am excited to offer the option of meeting in person outside for therapy in the Portland and Scarborough areas, with telehealth as a backup when the weather does not cooperate. Indoors or outside, throughout the year, you can expect a supportive and comfortable atmosphere in which to heal and grow when you and/or your partner, or your child or teen meet with me for therapy.

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.

You can bring anything to the table and I will accept you as you are. I will listen and provide a warm, supportive and caring approach to therapy. My goal is to provide therapy that is suited to your needs.

Hi, I’m Kirk and I know you’re here because you are invested in your own change. You may be facing a transition or change in circumstances which asks you to think differently about yourself and others. Personal transitions often bring about uncertainty or confusion about how to proceed, and may occur at any point in the life cycle: leaving home for the first time, addressing your identity, changing careers, relationship conflicts, navigating the shoals of mid-life, or entering retirement. Your unique situation will direct your needs and goals, and I can provide deep listening, thoughtful questioning, empathy, and humor to our work.

Seeking counseling is a sign of hope. My intent is to create a compassionate, grounded, and non-judgmental collaboration with you to facilitate change and help you move forward in a meaningful way. Let's tap into your strengths to get the most out of our sessions, making space for new insights and skills, and improving communication. My expertise includes helping people heal from past hurts and traumas, navigating life transitions, relationship issues (family, intimacy, parenting), depression, anxiety, stress reduction, conflict resolution, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are committed to growth.

I am currently experiencing a one month waiting period for new appointments. I have been working as a strength-based counselor for the past 24 years. Through building a therapeutic relationship, we can address stressors and concerns in your life and focus on setting goals that will decrease anxiety, and have the potential to improve the overall quality of your life. I believe in self-care and ultimately achieving a sense of pride and self-esteem. I will work with you to recognize your individual strengths, set boundaries when needed, and use communication skills to assert needs to friends, family, and co-workers.

If you are someone looking for a space to process difficult emotions, develop new strategies for day to day life, or need to reflect on lived experiences; I provide a safe space to do so. I offer support in safe exploration of thoughts, complex emotions, developing of tools and strategies to help you on your path. I believe strongly that the key to success in therapy is the connection with the therapist, and hope to be a part of your journey.

***Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth and In-Person***

There are no changes in life until there is an action. If you are considering happiness and joy for your life and are contemplating taking the leap into action for a change, I am at your service. If I can be of service to you on this critically important journey of self love, I am honored and grateful.

Happiness and inner peace are attainable if you wish to strengthen these areas of your life. Spending time addressing personal growth through therapy is a worthwhile investment in yourself and ultimately those you love. My approach to therapeutic work is based in a strengths-based, whole-person perspective. The clients I work with experience profound life changes and find that our time together builds personal resilience, life clarity and coping skills. My perspective is one of hope and compassion for the struggles in life that we all face as human beings.

My conceptual skills and strengths from clinical practice are well-suited for highly motivated individuals; open to learning how to advance and stabilize their emotional health, based on sound principles for psychological and philosophic conflict-resolution. My approach reflects the understanding that growth requires critical self-reflection and ample time to actualize meaningful change. My experiences in academic studies, clinical services, and social justice affords me a broad range of insights; relevant to developing timely orientations for supporting composed ways, of handling internal and external, past and present conflicts.

*I am currently full and not accepting new clients. Thank you for checking!** Our search for meaning in a world where so much is uncertain is one thing that unites us all. My goal, as an experienced psychotherapist , is to support each of my clients on their own journey. We will work together as partners. I strive to create a safe and warm place for my clients to explore this journey. I am commited to honest communication and to the uniqueness of each individual. I can help you with depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships, grief, loss, and to increase your over-all well being.

Hello, I am currently unable to accept new clients! - Psychotherapy is a collaborative, goal-oriented process of talking and experiencing emotions in a welcoming and affirming space. Thoughtfully chosen to meet your individual needs, I integrate an insight-oriented approach with evidence-based skills and behavior-focused therapies (e.g. CBT or DBT). Our sessions will address your current concerns, symptoms, and personal goals as well as explore vulnerabilities from your past to develop a deeper self-awareness. Mindfulness and/or EMDR may be suggested to clients who might benefit from an emotion-focused, body-based treatment.

Everyone deserves to live a life filled with pleasure, meaning , and purpose despite the inevitable difficulties life throws our way. Therapy is a collaborative process in which clients are encouraged to explore their thoughts, behaviors, and feelings in a safe, compassionate, and non-judgements space. I base my practice on each person's unique needs and strengths.