Eric
LMSW (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (347) 836-5452
My practice is rooted in presence, care, and the belief that healing happens when we are fully seen—especially in the places we’ve had to hide to survive. As Black queer therapist with lived experience navigating religious abuse, racial violence, trauma, addiction, and grief, I bring a rare depth of compassion to my work. Many of my clients are people who may be struggling with emotional intensity, trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, or grief. My therapeutic approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), somatic mindfulness, and psychodynamic.
I hold a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive lens shaped by my personal and professional experience with complex PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, and early childhood abuse. I work relationally, with an attention to attachment, emotional regulation, strengths, and perseverance.
If you’re looking for a deeply caring and non-judgmental therapist who understands what it’s like to feel all the things all at once—grief, anger, longing, shame—and has made space for it. Who knows the ache of being between identities, between homes, between who you are and who you were told to be. You've come to the right place.
Call or Email Eric Almond now for a free 15 minute consultation - (347) 836-5452
Let's Connect (347) 836-5452
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Couple Sessions $300
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of New York / 120298-01 Supervised by Andrew Triska (New York / 090300) Eric Almond
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended New York University, MSW, Graduated 2023
- License: State of Maine MC25461 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Substance Use
- Anxiety
Expertise
- ADHD
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Codependency
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Polyamory & ENM
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Groups
Process Group for the Socially Anxious
This group is dedicated to helping individuals process their social anxiety with those who struggle similarly. We will process the complex emotions that come with navigating social anxiety and rejection- and also work on social skills to navigate tough situations. Group Title: Process Group for the Socially Anxious Schedule: Wednesdays at 6pm - 7:15pm ET/Virtual Start date: Wednesday, May 13. Google Form: https://forms.gle/8n7x2sRckuNfRWry8
Expertise
ADHD
Anxiety
Types of Therapy
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$80
Group Meets
Every Wed 6 P.M. - 7:15 P.M.
Email Eric Almond about this group or call - (347) 836-5452
Location
Additional Location
Portland, ME 04101
(347) 836-5452