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Available both in-person and online
25 Middle Street Portland, ME 04101
Accepting new in person clients for June 2026! Whether you have done therapy for years or never before, I would be honored to support you during these anxiety provoking times. I am trauma-informed and EMDR certified; I provide treatment for couples work, PTSD, anxiety, depression, prenatal and postpartum concerns, grief, medical trauma and life transitions. I love working with individuals and couples who are ready to be challenged and grow. Using a strength based mindfulness and holistic approach I will empower you to improve your overall well-being and find a healthier balance in your life.
Clients describe my style as direct, high energy, and authentic. I offer nonjudgmental support for a variety of challenges and life hardships. Whether you need an objective ear to work through a hard decision or have another being hold space for deep grief and pain, together we can start to tend to the unhealed parts of your life.
If you feel nervous to start therapy, you are not alone. It takes courage to begin! I often suggest to clients that we give ourselves two to four sessions to determine whether or not we are a good fit. Feeling comfortable in therapy is critical and I work hard to assist clients in being able to experience comfort and trust in our time together.
Call or Karina Chandler now for a free 15 minute consultation - (207) 705-0974

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Karina Chandler LCSW

25 Middle Street

Portland, ME 04101 map

(207) 705-0974
My website
I offer sessions by video and in person, depending on availability and preference for my clients.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Anxiety 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (207) 705-0974
Photo of Karina Chandler, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Karina Chandler LCSW

25 Middle Street

Portland, ME 04101 map

(207) 705-0974
My website
I offer sessions by video and in person, depending on availability and preference for my clients.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum and Anxiety 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Payment Methods

Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (207) 705-0974
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Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (207) 705-0974

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maine / LC15457 Karina Chandler
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 15 years
  • Attended University of New England, Graduated 2013
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from EMDR Institute EMDR Level 1 and Level 2 / 2014
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Why pay for therapy if you can get free advice from AI? Therapy isn't about getting advice. It's about being truly seen by another human being. The healing that happens in therapy comes from the relationship itself, from sitting with someone who has navigated their own trials, joys, and pain.
Photo of Karina Chandler, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 705-0974
"
Why pay for therapy if you can get free advice from AI? Therapy isn't about getting advice. It's about being truly seen by another human being. The healing that happens in therapy comes from the relationship itself, from sitting with someone who has navigated their own trials, joys, and pain.
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Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 705-0974

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Adjustment to Parenthood
  • Body Image
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship conflict
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
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Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (207) 705-0974
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Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (207) 705-0974

Endorsement

Alison L Schmitt
Alison L Schmitt
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLICSWRYT
Working with Karina would be an incredible gift to a client's personal growth and mental health. Karina's unique combination of warmth, compassion and skills creates an environment in which deep transformation is safe and possible.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Feminist
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (207) 705-0974
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Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (207) 705-0974

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Location

Primary Location

Karina Chandler LCSW

25 Middle Street

Portland, ME 04101

(207) 705-0974
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I offer sessions by video and in person, depending on availability and preference for my clients.
Photo of Karina Chandler, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 705-0974
"
I offer sessions by video and in person, depending on availability and preference for my clients.
Photo of Karina Chandler, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Karina Chandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 705-0974