Female Therapists in Aroostook County, ME
I understand that life can be messy. Every day we struggle with the stress of work, family, financial pressures, personal doubts and fears of failure. Anxiety, depression and trauma can often times make even the simplest of tasks seem overwhelming. I understand that talking to someone unbiased and uninvolved can help to make sense of these experiences and give you a place to sort through these emotions in a private and confidential setting.
I understand that life can be messy. Every day we struggle with the stress of work, family, financial pressures, personal doubts and fears of failure. Anxiety, depression and trauma can often times make even the simplest of tasks seem overwhelming. I understand that talking to someone unbiased and uninvolved can help to make sense of these experiences and give you a place to sort through these emotions in a private and confidential setting.
I aim to help empower clients to build lives for themselves that they find meaningful and worth living. I have six years of experience providing therapy and assessment to individuals with a wide range of concerns, including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, trauma, BPD, OCD, bipolar disorder, stress, body image concerns, and low self-esteem. I also provide a safe space for individuals to explore their sexuality and gender identity. Additionally, my work is LGBTQ+ affirming, sex positive, and health at every size informed.
I aim to help empower clients to build lives for themselves that they find meaningful and worth living. I have six years of experience providing therapy and assessment to individuals with a wide range of concerns, including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, trauma, BPD, OCD, bipolar disorder, stress, body image concerns, and low self-esteem. I also provide a safe space for individuals to explore their sexuality and gender identity. Additionally, my work is LGBTQ+ affirming, sex positive, and health at every size informed.
We all face challenges, but you don't have to face them alone. Life has many ups and downs. There are times when we feel like every thing is falling into place and times it seems to be falling apart. Life can feel overwhelming when you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or trauma that has impacted every part of us. It can affect all parts of daily functioning. Therapy can help reduce such symptoms, build resiliency and create a sense of peace and understanding about your experiences.
We all face challenges, but you don't have to face them alone. Life has many ups and downs. There are times when we feel like every thing is falling into place and times it seems to be falling apart. Life can feel overwhelming when you are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief or trauma that has impacted every part of us. It can affect all parts of daily functioning. Therapy can help reduce such symptoms, build resiliency and create a sense of peace and understanding about your experiences.
I am a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maine for the past 17 years. My approach to therapy is client-centered and strengths-based. I primarily utilize relational therapy techniques as well as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). My areas of practice include trauma, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss
I am a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maine for the past 17 years. My approach to therapy is client-centered and strengths-based. I primarily utilize relational therapy techniques as well as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). My areas of practice include trauma, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss
My name is Renee Deschaine, LCSW. My approach to therapy is client-centered with the belief that people have the innate ability to understand themselves and make the changes needed for growth. I place an emphasis on providing a safe, nonjudgmental, and empathetic space where clients feel heard and understood. The most common theoretical approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution focused therapy, and Humanistic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My name is Renee Deschaine, LCSW. My approach to therapy is client-centered with the belief that people have the innate ability to understand themselves and make the changes needed for growth. I place an emphasis on providing a safe, nonjudgmental, and empathetic space where clients feel heard and understood. The most common theoretical approaches I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution focused therapy, and Humanistic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I recognize that clients are their own best experts; however, life circumstances sometimes intervene and clients need facilitation to become their best selves. I believe that clients, particularly clients who experience insomnia, anxiety, depression, and trauma, occasionally need assistance with life's trials and travails. A compassionate listener and an experienced clinician is often what clients need to help them move beyond their challenges and discover, in rejuvenated fashion, what awaits beyond.
I recognize that clients are their own best experts; however, life circumstances sometimes intervene and clients need facilitation to become their best selves. I believe that clients, particularly clients who experience insomnia, anxiety, depression, and trauma, occasionally need assistance with life's trials and travails. A compassionate listener and an experienced clinician is often what clients need to help them move beyond their challenges and discover, in rejuvenated fashion, what awaits beyond.
I am a person-centered art therapist and mental health counselor who works with teens and adults. I am trained in expressive arts therapy as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and TIR (Traumatic Incident Reduction) which are two trauma processing techniques that work effectively to reduce and resolve impacts of trauma. I am also trained in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), mindfulness, somatic therapy, and more. I have been working as a therapist for 15 years and enjoy helping individuals learn to use creativity to enhance their life and support their mental health and overall wellbeing.
I am a person-centered art therapist and mental health counselor who works with teens and adults. I am trained in expressive arts therapy as well as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and TIR (Traumatic Incident Reduction) which are two trauma processing techniques that work effectively to reduce and resolve impacts of trauma. I am also trained in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), mindfulness, somatic therapy, and more. I have been working as a therapist for 15 years and enjoy helping individuals learn to use creativity to enhance their life and support their mental health and overall wellbeing.
Existence is resistance at this point. I see my role these days is as a support and guide to help others heal, despite the times we're in. I recognize that life right now can feel like a dumpster fire, AND that it's still important to take care of each other and ourselves.
Existence is resistance at this point. I see my role these days is as a support and guide to help others heal, despite the times we're in. I recognize that life right now can feel like a dumpster fire, AND that it's still important to take care of each other and ourselves.
Hello, my name is April Leighton, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over two decades of experience, having earned my license in 1999. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered, adapting various techniques to meet each individual’s unique needs and goals. I specialize in working with children in grades 6-12, both within and outside of school settings, as well as with adults in inpatient and outpatient environments. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, trauma, adjustment challenges, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and marital therapy.
Hello, my name is April Leighton, and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with over two decades of experience, having earned my license in 1999. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered, adapting various techniques to meet each individual’s unique needs and goals. I specialize in working with children in grades 6-12, both within and outside of school settings, as well as with adults in inpatient and outpatient environments. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, trauma, adjustment challenges, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and marital therapy.
Throughout our lives we experience struggles along the way. Over time, we can unknowingly, avoid issues and/or past trauma experiences. When these issues emerge to the surface, it can be extremely overwhelming and negatively impact our relationships and daily functioning. Just like we need teachers for learning how to read & write, we also sometimes need someone to come alongside us to show us how to process, cope, and engage in healthy relationships.
Throughout our lives we experience struggles along the way. Over time, we can unknowingly, avoid issues and/or past trauma experiences. When these issues emerge to the surface, it can be extremely overwhelming and negatively impact our relationships and daily functioning. Just like we need teachers for learning how to read & write, we also sometimes need someone to come alongside us to show us how to process, cope, and engage in healthy relationships.
I am passionate about the process of engaging in the therapeutic relationship to build a foundation of trust and safety. The underlying desire and willingness to ask for help, and to receive support, is primary in reaching outcomes together. I seek to support your therapeutic journey, aiming to meet you where you are at, in the moment. The process is fluid with progress occurring over time, depending on the investment you make in treatment. It is a collaborative effort that focuses on your individual goals set from the beginning. Living a life of balance includes mind and body wellness, focusing on you, as a whole.
I am passionate about the process of engaging in the therapeutic relationship to build a foundation of trust and safety. The underlying desire and willingness to ask for help, and to receive support, is primary in reaching outcomes together. I seek to support your therapeutic journey, aiming to meet you where you are at, in the moment. The process is fluid with progress occurring over time, depending on the investment you make in treatment. It is a collaborative effort that focuses on your individual goals set from the beginning. Living a life of balance includes mind and body wellness, focusing on you, as a whole.
I enjoy working with adults and older teens facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues and major life changes. My style is collaborative and compassionate. We combine your expertise in your own life with my training in therapy modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and more. With humor and care, I help people find relief, confidence, and a stronger sense of control in their lives.
I enjoy working with adults and older teens facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues and major life changes. My style is collaborative and compassionate. We combine your expertise in your own life with my training in therapy modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, and more. With humor and care, I help people find relief, confidence, and a stronger sense of control in their lives.
Living with mental health issues restricts the quality of life. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, adolescents, and children to combat the effects of trauma, stressors, and factors that prevent them from living the life they want to lead. This is my mission.
Living with mental health issues restricts the quality of life. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, adults, adolescents, and children to combat the effects of trauma, stressors, and factors that prevent them from living the life they want to lead. This is my mission.
Hi there, I'm Leslie! I am Licensed in Maine and New York. I am dedicated to empowering individuals, couples, and families to navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional well-being. With 30 years of experience in clinical practice, I specialize in providing evidence-based therapy and interventions for those struggling with substance misuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Hi there, I'm Leslie! I am Licensed in Maine and New York. I am dedicated to empowering individuals, couples, and families to navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional well-being. With 30 years of experience in clinical practice, I specialize in providing evidence-based therapy and interventions for those struggling with substance misuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions.
As a woman in her mid-fifties, my ideal client is an adult woman dealing with the many challenges we face in today's society. Emphasis on adults and the issues relative to the aging process, relationships, health, fitness, nutrition and overall well being. Coping with moods, hormone changes and societal issues, as well as cycles of marital challenges and on going pressures of adults in the current world we live in. My ideal clients are those who have experienced the evolution of our changing world, relationships, physical and emotional challenges and may be experiencing difficulties with aging, changes and previous trauma.
As a woman in her mid-fifties, my ideal client is an adult woman dealing with the many challenges we face in today's society. Emphasis on adults and the issues relative to the aging process, relationships, health, fitness, nutrition and overall well being. Coping with moods, hormone changes and societal issues, as well as cycles of marital challenges and on going pressures of adults in the current world we live in. My ideal clients are those who have experienced the evolution of our changing world, relationships, physical and emotional challenges and may be experiencing difficulties with aging, changes and previous trauma.
I am Marjhaun Jackson, a 29-year-old Licensed Master Social Worker originally from
Clarksdale, Mississippi. My passion for helping others has always been a part of who I am, and that passion has led me to a career in healthcare social work, where I feel truly called to serve individuals and families during some of life’s most challenging earned my Master of Social Work from Western New Mexico University, where I graduated with honors. I received my Bachelor of Social Work from Delta State University.
I am Marjhaun Jackson, a 29-year-old Licensed Master Social Worker originally from
Clarksdale, Mississippi. My passion for helping others has always been a part of who I am, and that passion has led me to a career in healthcare social work, where I feel truly called to serve individuals and families during some of life’s most challenging earned my Master of Social Work from Western New Mexico University, where I graduated with honors. I received my Bachelor of Social Work from Delta State University.
My ideal client is someone who’s been strong for everyone else and now needs space to focus on themselves. They may feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or lost in a life transition. They’re looking for clarity, tools that work, and a therapist who gets it—no judgment, no fluff. Their goal is to feel more in control, more confident, and more at peace. They want real change, not just coping. Together, we work to unpack the tough stuff with honesty, compassion, and a touch of humor when it helps.
My ideal client is someone who’s been strong for everyone else and now needs space to focus on themselves. They may feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, or lost in a life transition. They’re looking for clarity, tools that work, and a therapist who gets it—no judgment, no fluff. Their goal is to feel more in control, more confident, and more at peace. They want real change, not just coping. Together, we work to unpack the tough stuff with honesty, compassion, and a touch of humor when it helps.
Licensed in Florida, Maine and Illinois.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to show up. That’s all I ask. Be willing to show up and we can figure out the rest. Life can be hard, confusing and overwhelming. Helping clients to feel more settled and comfortable in their lives, making decisions that benefit them vs harm or hurt them is the goal of therapy.
Licensed in Florida, Maine and Illinois.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to show up. That’s all I ask. Be willing to show up and we can figure out the rest. Life can be hard, confusing and overwhelming. Helping clients to feel more settled and comfortable in their lives, making decisions that benefit them vs harm or hurt them is the goal of therapy.
I have 30 years of experience as a therapist working with people on issues such as relationship problems, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and substance abuse. I help them to learn how to better control their emotions and handle stress. I find it gratifying to collaborate on visualizing what healing will look like. If desired, I will work in the context of a Christian perspective. As a musician I can suggest creative ways (art, writing, nature) to aid in healing. My education: Univ. of Texas (MSSW), Univ. of Maine and Berklee School of Music.
I have 30 years of experience as a therapist working with people on issues such as relationship problems, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and substance abuse. I help them to learn how to better control their emotions and handle stress. I find it gratifying to collaborate on visualizing what healing will look like. If desired, I will work in the context of a Christian perspective. As a musician I can suggest creative ways (art, writing, nature) to aid in healing. My education: Univ. of Texas (MSSW), Univ. of Maine and Berklee School of Music.
Do you want to alleviate emotional suffering and improve your mental well-being? Have your unhelpful thought patterns taken over your life? Gain control over your thoughts, emotions, and feelings and find more positive ways to deal with life's ups and downs. We are all especially challenged in these times it seems! Together we can work to challenge and change maladaptive thinking patterns that cause anxiety, depression and other emotional issues. It's never too late to create a happier, more peaceful life! Telehealth only. Mainecare clients or self pay ($95/hr)
Do you want to alleviate emotional suffering and improve your mental well-being? Have your unhelpful thought patterns taken over your life? Gain control over your thoughts, emotions, and feelings and find more positive ways to deal with life's ups and downs. We are all especially challenged in these times it seems! Together we can work to challenge and change maladaptive thinking patterns that cause anxiety, depression and other emotional issues. It's never too late to create a happier, more peaceful life! Telehealth only. Mainecare clients or self pay ($95/hr)
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.