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Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
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Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW (she, her)

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Portland, ME 04101
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The Coastal Institute has immediate openings for individual therapy, family therapy, couples counseling, and parent coaching. I have expertise in attachment trauma and it's utility as a frame to address parenting challenges and fractured families. With couples I use Crucible & Gottman frames to address issues with intimacy and communication. I am also an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of personality disorders. I work with my clients to understand what lead to their challenges, and create a plan to address their unique needs. I use Mentalization Based Therapy (MBT) in addition to other methods of treatment.
Mentalization Based Therapy allows clients to become more adaptive in the ways that they relate to their loved ones, friends, and others, and the ways they navigate distress. This modality is evidenced-based and one of the gold standard treatments for personality disorders. I also currently offer supervision and consultation for new & existing therapists.
I believe in reparative experiences, and practice patience and empathy. Committing to changing yourself is not easy, but I partner with patients to make this change possible. Per the ethos of social work, I always provide a judgement-free and mutually respectful space. The therapeutic rapport relies on epistemic trust, something I build with every client.
Call or Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle now for a free 15 minute consultation - (207) 548-5137

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

http://www.thecoastalinstitute.org

Portland, ME 04101

(207) 548-5137

The Coastal Institute for Psychodynamic Training

Portland, ME 04103

My website
We have immediate openings for couples, families, clinicians seeking supervision, & individuals between 8:00am EST and 5pm EST Mon-Thurs.
I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Narcissistic Personality (NPD) and Family Conflict 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Introduction to the Coastal Institute for Psychodynamic Training & Treatment, LLC
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Let's Connect (207) 548-5137
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

http://www.thecoastalinstitute.org

Portland, ME 04101

(207) 548-5137

The Coastal Institute for Psychodynamic Training

Portland, ME 04103

My website
We have immediate openings for couples, families, clinicians seeking supervision, & individuals between 8:00am EST and 5pm EST Mon-Thurs.
I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Narcissistic Personality (NPD) and Family Conflict 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Introduction to the Coastal Institute for Psychodynamic Training & Treatment, LLC
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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While I do not take insurance, I do provide superbills which some clients have used to seek reimbursement through out of network benefits (OON) .
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 548-5137
"
While I do not take insurance, I do provide superbills which some clients have used to seek reimbursement through out of network benefits (OON) .
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 548-5137

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maine / LC17259 Gwendolyne Tuttle

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended University of Pennsylvania, Doctor of Social Work

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from CITI Program 52001326 / 2022
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience working in Mental Health Care. I have a Doctorate in Social Work at the University of Pennsylvania. I am a certified Mentalization Based Therapy Practitioner & offer both psychotherapy and supervision. NASW Social Worker of the year.
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 548-5137
"
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience working in Mental Health Care. I have a Doctorate in Social Work at the University of Pennsylvania. I am a certified Mentalization Based Therapy Practitioner & offer both psychotherapy and supervision. NASW Social Worker of the year.
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 548-5137

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I am an expert in Attachment, and the diagnosis and treatment of personality disorders. Treatment involves building a supportive therapeutic rapport, empathetic validation, clinical confrontation, and assessment of the working relationship. Clients can expect me to both support and challenge them as we work together to achieve their treatment goals.
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 548-5137
"
I am an expert in Attachment, and the diagnosis and treatment of personality disorders. Treatment involves building a supportive therapeutic rapport, empathetic validation, clinical confrontation, and assessment of the working relationship. Clients can expect me to both support and challenge them as we work together to achieve their treatment goals.
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 548-5137

2 Endorsements

Kerry M Bennett
Kerry M Bennett
Counselor, LCPC
Gwen is an incredibly smart, measured, and observant psychotherapist. Her ability to challenge complex presentations and systems in a compassionate manner takes phenomenal skill. She is a superb clinician in treating individuals, couples and families.
Yezmin Name-Almanza
Yezmin Name-Almanza
Counselor, LPC, LCMHC
Gwendolyne is one of the most intelligent, clear-minded, and grounded clinicians I've worked with. She brings sharp insight, warmth, and humor to her work and supervision. Her ability to hold complexity with compassion makes her an exceptional therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Interpersonal
  • Mentalization Based Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
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I am a certified Mentalization Based Therapy Practitioner. I received my training and supervision through McLean Hospital and the Anna Freud Centre. I focus on building epistemic trust within the therapeutic rapport. Establishing a strong working alliance including collaborative goals and agreed upon tasks is an essential part of my therapeutic approach.
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 548-5137
"
I am a certified Mentalization Based Therapy Practitioner. I received my training and supervision through McLean Hospital and the Anna Freud Centre. I focus on building epistemic trust within the therapeutic rapport. Establishing a strong working alliance including collaborative goals and agreed upon tasks is an essential part of my therapeutic approach.
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 548-5137

Location

Primary Location

http://www.thecoastalinstitute.org

Portland, ME 04101

(207) 548-5137

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

The Coastal Institute for Psychodynamic Training

Portland, ME 04103

(207) 548-5137

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Cities

Counties

Zips

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We have immediate openings for couples, families, clinicians seeking supervision, & individuals between 8:00am EST and 5pm EST Mon-Thurs.
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 548-5137
"
We have immediate openings for couples, families, clinicians seeking supervision, & individuals between 8:00am EST and 5pm EST Mon-Thurs.
Photo of Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Dr. Gwendolyne Tuttle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 548-5137