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Elena Bahar

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Portland, ME 04101
Has sex become stressful, distant, painful, or difficult to talk about? You may be dealing with mismatched desire, low desire, erectile or orgasm concerns, sexual anxiety, shame, the effects of trauma, or a loss of emotional and physical connection. I help individuals and couples understand what is happening, reduce pressure and avoidance, and build a more satisfying relationship with sexuality and one another. I also work with clients navigating compulsive sexual behavior, infidelity, relationship conflict, identity concerns, anxiety, and life transitions.
As an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist and LMFT, I provide trauma-informed, attachment-based online therapy. Our work may include understanding emotional and relationship patterns, improving sexual communication, rebuilding trust, and developing practical ways to increase comfort, connection, and choice. Your goals and values guide the process.
Talking about sex can feel vulnerable, but you do not need to have the right words or know exactly what is wrong before reaching out. I welcome LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, kink/BDSM, and consensually non-monogamous clients. I offer online therapy in Maine, California, Colorado, and Florida. Contact me to schedule a free consultation.
Call or Elena Bahar now for a free 15 minute consultation - (207) 501-5652

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Mindful Desire

Portland, ME 04101

(207) 501-5652

Mindful Desire

Los Angeles, CA 90064

My website
Telehealth services in Maine, CA, FL, & CO. Secure, HIPAA-compliant sessions via SimplePractice. Click 'Email' for a free 30-min consult.
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Elena Bahar
Let's Connect (207) 501-5652
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Mindful Desire

Portland, ME 04101

(207) 501-5652

Mindful Desire

Los Angeles, CA 90064

My website
Telehealth services in Maine, CA, FL, & CO. Secure, HIPAA-compliant sessions via SimplePractice. Click 'Email' for a free 30-min consult.
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Elena Bahar

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Couple Sessions $300

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
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I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance companies directly. However, I provide monthly superbills that you can submit to your insurance for potential PPO reimbursement. I recommend contacting your provider to verify your out-of-network mental health benefits.
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 501-5652
"
I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance companies directly. However, I provide monthly superbills that you can submit to your insurance for potential PPO reimbursement. I recommend contacting your provider to verify your out-of-network mental health benefits.
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 501-5652

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maine / MF8399 Elena Bahar
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 10 years
  • Attended Modern Sex Therapy Institute, Certified Sex Therapist, Graduated 2024
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: CA (112983), ME (MF8399), CO (MFT.0001967) & FL Telehealth (TPMF1766)
  • Certificate from AASECT- Sex Therapist
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As an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, I have completed advanced education and extensive supervised clinical experience. This training helps me address concerns related to desire, sexual functioning, intimacy, identity, and relationships with clinical expertise, openness, and respect.
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 501-5652
"
As an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, I have completed advanced education and extensive supervised clinical experience. This training helps me address concerns related to desire, sexual functioning, intimacy, identity, and relationships with clinical expertise, openness, and respect.
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 501-5652

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Women's Issues
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I provide support for betrayal trauma, sexual performance anxiety, body image concerns, and sexual functioning issues including erectile and orgasmic difficulties and sexual aversion. I also work with desire changes, sex-negativity, and asexuality. I offer a nonjudgmental space to explore sexual health, identity, and intimacy, including recovery after trauma or a "lost spark."
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 501-5652
"
I provide support for betrayal trauma, sexual performance anxiety, body image concerns, and sexual functioning issues including erectile and orgasmic difficulties and sexual aversion. I also work with desire changes, sex-negativity, and asexuality. I offer a nonjudgmental space to explore sexual health, identity, and intimacy, including recovery after trauma or a "lost spark."
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 501-5652

3 Endorsements

Katie Hagen
Katie Hagen
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Elena is a wonderful therapist for individuals and couples alike. She is warm, gentle, knowledgable, and has a lot of experience. I recommend her often outside of Psychology Today. You'll love working with her!
Frances Field
Frances Field
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFTCSAT
I've worked closely with Elena for several years, and she's one of the most skilled, thoughtful, and compassionate clinicians I know. She brings both expertise and genuine care to everything she does, I can't recommend her enough!
Soul 2 Soul Healing, LLC
Soul 2 Soul Healing, LLC
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Elena is remarkably present and attuned; clients feel truly seen and heard. She brings deep empathy and compassion, and a completely non-judgmental openness to sexuality and identity, making complex, vulnerable work feel safe, supported, and open to growth

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

I also speak

Farsi

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

I also speak

Farsi

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Imago
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Narrative
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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As an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, I help you move beyond "logic" to the root of intimacy. Many understand their patterns, yet their bodies still feel anxious or disconnected. By integrating EFT, PACT, and Polyvagal Theory, we work with your nervous system's response to intimacy. Let's retrain your body to feel safe and open, helping you find deep, authentic connection where it matters most.
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 501-5652
"
As an AASECT-Certified Sex Therapist, I help you move beyond "logic" to the root of intimacy. Many understand their patterns, yet their bodies still feel anxious or disconnected. By integrating EFT, PACT, and Polyvagal Theory, we work with your nervous system's response to intimacy. Let's retrain your body to feel safe and open, helping you find deep, authentic connection where it matters most.
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 501-5652

Location

Primary Location

Mindful Desire

Portland, ME 04101

(207) 501-5652

Additional Location

Mindful Desire

Los Angeles, CA 90064

(207) 501-5652
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Telehealth services in Maine, CA, FL, & CO. Secure, HIPAA-compliant sessions via SimplePractice. Click 'Email' for a free 30-min consult.
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 501-5652
"
Telehealth services in Maine, CA, FL, & CO. Secure, HIPAA-compliant sessions via SimplePractice. Click 'Email' for a free 30-min consult.
Photo of Elena Bahar, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Elena Bahar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 501-5652