Therapists in Maine
Michelle Robbins
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Topsham, ME 04086 (Online Only)
Many of us are struggling every day with feelings of sadness, low motivation, grief and depression to name a few. Anxiety has taken over many of our lives to the point we are unable to function or feel numb a lot of the time. You don't have to go this alone - I can help you navigate these struggles, develop copings strategies and have the life you deserve. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor whose passion is to create a safe space for you to express your feelings knowing you will not be judged or ridiculed. The relationship between you and your therapist is the key to having the best outcomes.
Many of us are struggling every day with feelings of sadness, low motivation, grief and depression to name a few. Anxiety has taken over many of our lives to the point we are unable to function or feel numb a lot of the time. You don't have to go this alone - I can help you navigate these struggles, develop copings strategies and have the life you deserve. I am a licensed clinical professional counselor whose passion is to create a safe space for you to express your feelings knowing you will not be judged or ridiculed. The relationship between you and your therapist is the key to having the best outcomes.
Dave Norman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-CC, MALS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04103
Waitlist for new clients
My clients often seek relief from anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance misuse, grief, or struggles adapting to major life changes. The therapeutic space we create together becomes a safe—if not always comfortable—place to explore what's worked before, what you'd like to change, and what that change can look like or mean for you. Through the Counseling and Trauma Therapy Associates agency, I am honored to work with you, and learn about your personal journey and goals. I have experience with a wide range of clients including military veterans and first responders, creative professionals, students, and the LGBTQ+ community.
My clients often seek relief from anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance misuse, grief, or struggles adapting to major life changes. The therapeutic space we create together becomes a safe—if not always comfortable—place to explore what's worked before, what you'd like to change, and what that change can look like or mean for you. Through the Counseling and Trauma Therapy Associates agency, I am honored to work with you, and learn about your personal journey and goals. I have experience with a wide range of clients including military veterans and first responders, creative professionals, students, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Roland B. Mendiola
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04103
Waitlist for new clients
It's a joy, passion, and privilege doing this work. Over the past 15 years, I've practiced in school settings, community mental health, managed care, VA hospitals, university counseling centers, and private practice. My clinical interests are in fear, stress, depression, and suicide; creativity and the expressive arts; issues of intimacy and vulnerability in relationships; and issues of culture, identity, and liberation - especially regarding race, gender, sexuality, and spirituality. My specialized training (20 years) is in Buddhist psychology, trauma-informed creative art therapy, and exposure therapy for anxiety and trauma.
It's a joy, passion, and privilege doing this work. Over the past 15 years, I've practiced in school settings, community mental health, managed care, VA hospitals, university counseling centers, and private practice. My clinical interests are in fear, stress, depression, and suicide; creativity and the expressive arts; issues of intimacy and vulnerability in relationships; and issues of culture, identity, and liberation - especially regarding race, gender, sexuality, and spirituality. My specialized training (20 years) is in Buddhist psychology, trauma-informed creative art therapy, and exposure therapy for anxiety and trauma.
Kari Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in helping young adults, women and high achievers manage transitions and tribulations including Relationships (dating, marriage, break-ups, divorce), Work/Life Balance (time management, work stress, career changes, perfectionism), Maternal Mental Health (infertility, IVF, pregnancy, birth trauma, postpartum depression/anxiety, parenting) & more.
On the outside you’ve got it all together. You’re smart, successful and a support person for friends/family. But inside you’re feeling unhappy, overwhelmed, alone. Are you tired, frustrated, anxious, sad? Having a hard time falling asleep? Overthinking situations that happened or replaying things over and over in your head? Feeling burnt out, irritable, snappy or not like yourself? Struggling to make decisions? Exhausted by long “to-do” lists? Worried about the future or feeling “stuck?” Tried all the things you normally do to feel better, but they aren’t working? You aren’t alone! I’m here and I can help.
I specialize in helping young adults, women and high achievers manage transitions and tribulations including Relationships (dating, marriage, break-ups, divorce), Work/Life Balance (time management, work stress, career changes, perfectionism), Maternal Mental Health (infertility, IVF, pregnancy, birth trauma, postpartum depression/anxiety, parenting) & more.
On the outside you’ve got it all together. You’re smart, successful and a support person for friends/family. But inside you’re feeling unhappy, overwhelmed, alone. Are you tired, frustrated, anxious, sad? Having a hard time falling asleep? Overthinking situations that happened or replaying things over and over in your head? Feeling burnt out, irritable, snappy or not like yourself? Struggling to make decisions? Exhausted by long “to-do” lists? Worried about the future or feeling “stuck?” Tried all the things you normally do to feel better, but they aren’t working? You aren’t alone! I’m here and I can help.
Victoria Walsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC , LCPC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Please note that I offer online sessions only. Feeling anxious, depressed, confused, overwhelmed? Disappointed in the quality of your relationships? In the midst of a difficult life transition? Wondering if therapy may help? Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being.
Please note that I offer online sessions only. Feeling anxious, depressed, confused, overwhelmed? Disappointed in the quality of your relationships? In the midst of a difficult life transition? Wondering if therapy may help? Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being.
Linda Person
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC, MA, NY, ME, MD
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
I enjoy helping individuals in various walks of life to cope with life's challenges. I have worked with individuals with depression, anxiety, panic disorders and anger issues to name a few. I have also worked with adolescents providing educational, vocational, and social-emotional support. The goal is to provide stability as you navigate the pressures of everyday life.
I enjoy helping individuals in various walks of life to cope with life's challenges. I have worked with individuals with depression, anxiety, panic disorders and anger issues to name a few. I have also worked with adolescents providing educational, vocational, and social-emotional support. The goal is to provide stability as you navigate the pressures of everyday life.
Priscilla M. Goss, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Not Verified Not Verified
Bangor, ME 04401
Now that your ready for therapy we can resolve issues of abuse, anxiety, relationships, anger, parenting, grief and, depression.
Are you ready for change in your life? Do you want healing from past traumas, disappointments or losses? Do you want to feel your in control of your life, and be able to deal with issues causing distress? As your Therapist, I am committed to working with you to progress toward meeting your goals. I believe in your ability to achieve them. I offer you a genuine, caring, non-judgmental, professional relationship where you will feel comfortable and be able to accomplish positive growth. I welcome a call from you with any questions. Let's work together toward your wellness!
Now that your ready for therapy we can resolve issues of abuse, anxiety, relationships, anger, parenting, grief and, depression.
Are you ready for change in your life? Do you want healing from past traumas, disappointments or losses? Do you want to feel your in control of your life, and be able to deal with issues causing distress? As your Therapist, I am committed to working with you to progress toward meeting your goals. I believe in your ability to achieve them. I offer you a genuine, caring, non-judgmental, professional relationship where you will feel comfortable and be able to accomplish positive growth. I welcome a call from you with any questions. Let's work together toward your wellness!
Gracelyn Maguire
Counselor, LCPC, LADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Augusta, ME 04330
Effective therapy begins with a solid, trusting relationship between you and your therapist. I create a warm, open environment where we can build trust and address your concerns. Through therapy, you will learn new ways of responding to obstacles (internal and external) that are currently contributing to your distress and preventing you from creating the life and relationships you desire. I have extensive experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, social and relational issues, as well as substance abuse, and have worked with clients in a variety of settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and residential.
Effective therapy begins with a solid, trusting relationship between you and your therapist. I create a warm, open environment where we can build trust and address your concerns. Through therapy, you will learn new ways of responding to obstacles (internal and external) that are currently contributing to your distress and preventing you from creating the life and relationships you desire. I have extensive experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, social and relational issues, as well as substance abuse, and have worked with clients in a variety of settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and residential.
David Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in providing treatment for a number of therapeutic issues such as marital conflict,stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger management, conflict resolution and sexual addictions.
I like to do a lot of listening and to provide emotional support prior to making any suggestions. Also, I have found that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a very effective component to counseling because it helps clients to identify habitual coping strategies that he/she has been employing that have helped to reduce stress in the past but now cause all sorts of problems. In addition to providing emotional support, I will help you to be mindful of these tendencies and practice replacing the thoughts (and the behaviors associated with them) with strategies that will help you live a happier,life.
I specialize in providing treatment for a number of therapeutic issues such as marital conflict,stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger management, conflict resolution and sexual addictions.
I like to do a lot of listening and to provide emotional support prior to making any suggestions. Also, I have found that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a very effective component to counseling because it helps clients to identify habitual coping strategies that he/she has been employing that have helped to reduce stress in the past but now cause all sorts of problems. In addition to providing emotional support, I will help you to be mindful of these tendencies and practice replacing the thoughts (and the behaviors associated with them) with strategies that will help you live a happier,life.
Luke House
Counselor, LCPCcc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Windham, ME 04062
Grief and loss, depression and anxiety, trauma, moral injury, Religious Trauma, Divorce and relationship discord, major life transitions and other deeply impactful situations can serve as a catalyst for change.
I counsel from a wellness perspective and seek to meet my clients where they are in their personal journey.
Grief and loss, depression and anxiety, trauma, moral injury, Religious Trauma, Divorce and relationship discord, major life transitions and other deeply impactful situations can serve as a catalyst for change.
I counsel from a wellness perspective and seek to meet my clients where they are in their personal journey.
Andrew Berglund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) that are proven to help depression, anxiety and personality disorders.
Thank you for your interest in my therapy/counseling practice. It is often a very difficult decision to finally decide to go to therapy. What can be even more daunting is to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. My approach is easy going and interactive which I have found most clients appreciate. I specialize in working with adults, couples, families and teens. I am co founder of Greater Portland DBT which is a consortium of DBT therapists offering Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to adults and teens.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) that are proven to help depression, anxiety and personality disorders.
Thank you for your interest in my therapy/counseling practice. It is often a very difficult decision to finally decide to go to therapy. What can be even more daunting is to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. My approach is easy going and interactive which I have found most clients appreciate. I specialize in working with adults, couples, families and teens. I am co founder of Greater Portland DBT which is a consortium of DBT therapists offering Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to adults and teens.
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Verified Verified
Scarborough, ME 04074 (Online Only)
Meaningful and lasting change. Isn’t that what we’re all looking for? I am here to help those struggling with general anxiety, social phobia, mild to severe depression, or stress related disorders. If you are tired of dreading getting out of bed each morning, or wondering why you "feel this way" - I am here to help create change and turn off the "struggle switch." I work from a third wave behavioral approach (ACT) that will empower you with coping skills to overcome these obstacles. Change doesn’t happen overnight, but it can start today.
Meaningful and lasting change. Isn’t that what we’re all looking for? I am here to help those struggling with general anxiety, social phobia, mild to severe depression, or stress related disorders. If you are tired of dreading getting out of bed each morning, or wondering why you "feel this way" - I am here to help create change and turn off the "struggle switch." I work from a third wave behavioral approach (ACT) that will empower you with coping skills to overcome these obstacles. Change doesn’t happen overnight, but it can start today.
Samantha Skirka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by everything that you've got on your plate right now? Are you a mom who finds herself trying to balance her family, her career, and squeeze in self-care when you have even a second to breathe? Are you experiencing depression and/or anxiety and finding it difficult to feel that you're at your best? Life is tough, and motherhood is a wildly wonderful yet challenging journey. I love working with, and supporting, other mothers or anyone struggling. You are so much to so many people. Take some time out for you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by everything that you've got on your plate right now? Are you a mom who finds herself trying to balance her family, her career, and squeeze in self-care when you have even a second to breathe? Are you experiencing depression and/or anxiety and finding it difficult to feel that you're at your best? Life is tough, and motherhood is a wildly wonderful yet challenging journey. I love working with, and supporting, other mothers or anyone struggling. You are so much to so many people. Take some time out for you.
Maine Maternal Counseling & Psychotherapy
Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04102
We specialize in all aspects of reproductive and maternal mental health, as well as general women's mental health issues. All of our clinicians have specialty training in pregnancy and postpartum difficulties, miscarriage, traumatic birth experiences, unplanned or teen pregnancy, infertility, abortion, intimacy and other women’s health issues. We also help women struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, toxic family relationships, painful childhood memories, divorce, breakups and all kinds of other general concerns.
We specialize in all aspects of reproductive and maternal mental health, as well as general women's mental health issues. All of our clinicians have specialty training in pregnancy and postpartum difficulties, miscarriage, traumatic birth experiences, unplanned or teen pregnancy, infertility, abortion, intimacy and other women’s health issues. We also help women struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, toxic family relationships, painful childhood memories, divorce, breakups and all kinds of other general concerns.
James Martel
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Standish, ME 04084
I have a specialization in working with individuals 11 and up with anger management, anxiety, depression, behavioral and attention based disorders, grief, loss failure to thrive and adjustment to post covid life.
Counseling is a journey and in that I feel there most important factor is establishing a solid therapeutic alliance. In this we will work to develop options and opportunities to aid in your journey. In this I enjoy working with couples, teens and individuals in working to reduce anxiety, anger management issues with trauma, depression and inter personal and academic difficulties. Each day offers us a chance to grow and to enhance our confidence and interpersonal happiness. I also have specific training to support out military, veterans, first responders and their families who have their own unique challenges.
I have a specialization in working with individuals 11 and up with anger management, anxiety, depression, behavioral and attention based disorders, grief, loss failure to thrive and adjustment to post covid life.
Counseling is a journey and in that I feel there most important factor is establishing a solid therapeutic alliance. In this we will work to develop options and opportunities to aid in your journey. In this I enjoy working with couples, teens and individuals in working to reduce anxiety, anger management issues with trauma, depression and inter personal and academic difficulties. Each day offers us a chance to grow and to enhance our confidence and interpersonal happiness. I also have specific training to support out military, veterans, first responders and their families who have their own unique challenges.
Roy Hibyan
Counselor, LCPC, LADC, MBA
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety and trauma.
My goal as your counselor is to provide a safe and caring environment to help you adjust to the changes that you want to explore making in your life.
I work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety and trauma.
My goal as your counselor is to provide a safe and caring environment to help you adjust to the changes that you want to explore making in your life.
Jack Gatti Hilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bangor, ME 04401
Waitlist for new clients
In life's intricate tapestry, challenges often arise that call for a helping hand and a guiding light. I am here, at Greater Love Counseling, LLC, to walk beside you on your journey towards healing, growth, and transformation. Together, we will embark on a journey to untangle the threads of trauma, anxiety, and depression that may be affecting your life. I offer faith-based/Christian Counseling as I am deeply passionate about helping individuals like you find strength in spirituality and faith, leveraging these powerful resources to facilitate your healing process.
In life's intricate tapestry, challenges often arise that call for a helping hand and a guiding light. I am here, at Greater Love Counseling, LLC, to walk beside you on your journey towards healing, growth, and transformation. Together, we will embark on a journey to untangle the threads of trauma, anxiety, and depression that may be affecting your life. I offer faith-based/Christian Counseling as I am deeply passionate about helping individuals like you find strength in spirituality and faith, leveraging these powerful resources to facilitate your healing process.
Annette Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240
My experience is with individuals of all age groups around challenges that include depression, anxiety, domestic violence, grief and loss, relationship struggles, health challenges, adoption, impacts of trauma, historical or current, and secondary trauma.
We all have had life experiences that shake us and I believe that having a supportive place and person to work through those thoughts and feelings is important. I offer you a genuine, empathetic environment, integrative and holistic in nature. With over 15 years of experience in social work and extensive trauma informed knowledge, I will bring a person-centered, evidence-based approach including CBT, TF-CBT, Problem Solving Therapy, Mindfulness, Stress Reduction and Solution-Focused Brief. I am currently offering Telehealth sessions and in-person coming soon to Lewiston, Maine.
My experience is with individuals of all age groups around challenges that include depression, anxiety, domestic violence, grief and loss, relationship struggles, health challenges, adoption, impacts of trauma, historical or current, and secondary trauma.
We all have had life experiences that shake us and I believe that having a supportive place and person to work through those thoughts and feelings is important. I offer you a genuine, empathetic environment, integrative and holistic in nature. With over 15 years of experience in social work and extensive trauma informed knowledge, I will bring a person-centered, evidence-based approach including CBT, TF-CBT, Problem Solving Therapy, Mindfulness, Stress Reduction and Solution-Focused Brief. I am currently offering Telehealth sessions and in-person coming soon to Lewiston, Maine.
Mark Holbrook
Counselor, PhD, PE, LCPC
Verified Verified
Brunswick, ME 04011
I work with individuals & couples to solve challenges associated with anxiety, depression, divorce/separation, sexual issues and life transitions.
At present, my practice is limited to men and women in the law enforcement community and their families.
I work with individuals & couples to solve challenges associated with anxiety, depression, divorce/separation, sexual issues and life transitions.
At present, my practice is limited to men and women in the law enforcement community and their families.
Kaleidoscope Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Belfast, ME 04915
"Without good advice everything goes wrong— it takes careful planning for things to go right."- Proverbs 15:22 As the owner of Kaleidoscope Therapy, I work with adults ages 18-110. I engage in mental health treatment with individuals around a variety of issues, specifically for depression and anxiety, and trauma.
"Without good advice everything goes wrong— it takes careful planning for things to go right."- Proverbs 15:22 As the owner of Kaleidoscope Therapy, I work with adults ages 18-110. I engage in mental health treatment with individuals around a variety of issues, specifically for depression and anxiety, and trauma.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.