Transgender Therapists in Auburn, ME
Tammy Dupuis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, ME 04210
No man/woman is an island. We all go through difficult times in our lives and nobody should go through those times alone. It would be my privilege to walk along side you, and work in collaboration with you, through those difficult times. I am an experienced therapist who works with people ages 18 to 65+ providing individual and family therapy. In my practice I provide a comfortable and safe space for you to tackle whatever obstacles life has put in front of you - Anxiety Disorders, Obessive Compulsive Disorder, PTSD, Depression, Bipolar disorder, trauma, Gender Dysphoria, domestic violence, and grief and loss issues.
No man/woman is an island. We all go through difficult times in our lives and nobody should go through those times alone. It would be my privilege to walk along side you, and work in collaboration with you, through those difficult times. I am an experienced therapist who works with people ages 18 to 65+ providing individual and family therapy. In my practice I provide a comfortable and safe space for you to tackle whatever obstacles life has put in front of you - Anxiety Disorders, Obessive Compulsive Disorder, PTSD, Depression, Bipolar disorder, trauma, Gender Dysphoria, domestic violence, and grief and loss issues.
Jennifer Adair
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, ME 04210 (Online Only)
Have you ever had a different sense of where you’re meant to be? Are you ready to make changes in your life but are unsure of how or where to start? If you're experiencing relationship issues, unresolved issues from your past that are holding you back, have feelings of being overwhelmed, or are having difficulty coping with life’s difficulties, I want to help you. I am an experienced therapist working with adult clients on issues including relationship dynamics, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and stress management.
Have you ever had a different sense of where you’re meant to be? Are you ready to make changes in your life but are unsure of how or where to start? If you're experiencing relationship issues, unresolved issues from your past that are holding you back, have feelings of being overwhelmed, or are having difficulty coping with life’s difficulties, I want to help you. I am an experienced therapist working with adult clients on issues including relationship dynamics, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and stress management.
Kim Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Auburn, ME 04210 (Online Only)
I currently have openings for EMDR. EMDR is a trauma treatment that helps desensitize disturbing memories. I typically work with women who may have tried talk therapy or other treatments and want to try something different.
I currently have openings for EMDR. EMDR is a trauma treatment that helps desensitize disturbing memories. I typically work with women who may have tried talk therapy or other treatments and want to try something different.
Jen L. Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Auburn, ME 04210
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in meeting people where they are at and helping facilitate growth with them. I believe that people need to feel heard and valued in order to see their own solutions and be empowered to make changes for themselves. I believe in humanity and valuing people, no matter their race, sexual orientation, religious/spiritual beliefs, gender-identity, socio-economic status, or anything else you deem important to you. I believe in understanding and communication between people and always strive to facilitate this.
I believe in meeting people where they are at and helping facilitate growth with them. I believe that people need to feel heard and valued in order to see their own solutions and be empowered to make changes for themselves. I believe in humanity and valuing people, no matter their race, sexual orientation, religious/spiritual beliefs, gender-identity, socio-economic status, or anything else you deem important to you. I believe in understanding and communication between people and always strive to facilitate this.
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Jenna Nunziato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240 (Online Only)
None of this is easy. Maybe you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity. Maybe you're becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
None of this is easy. Maybe you're adjusting to a change, like parenting or job loss, and looking to find your identity. Maybe you're becoming aware of a problematic pattern in your life, like constant anxiety, difficulty with relationships, or intense emotions. You don't have to feel overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, shame, or anger any more. Let's talk about it and find some strategies to soothe it now, and stop it from reoccurring. If you're reluctant about therapy, I can reassure you that I'm not here to judge, and want to make it a safe and fun environment.
Steven Diaz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04241 (Online Only)
My counseling, establishes an environment that facilitates consistency and reliability to help my clients focus on themselves. Additionally, my counseling establishes flexibility to assist my clients to pursue their life and mental health goals. Consistency, reliability, and flexibility are what I believe create both motivation and a strong foundation for positive therapeutic experiences. Rest assured that I will work with you lock-step to create positive, long-lasting, and impactful changes towards your life goals. My counseling has a strong expertise in addiction, with other strengths in anxiety, depression and thought disorders.
My counseling, establishes an environment that facilitates consistency and reliability to help my clients focus on themselves. Additionally, my counseling establishes flexibility to assist my clients to pursue their life and mental health goals. Consistency, reliability, and flexibility are what I believe create both motivation and a strong foundation for positive therapeutic experiences. Rest assured that I will work with you lock-step to create positive, long-lasting, and impactful changes towards your life goals. My counseling has a strong expertise in addiction, with other strengths in anxiety, depression and thought disorders.
Norma Kraus-Eule Counseling and Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240
I am an interested, active listener offering feedback and understanding in a nonjudgemental manner so that we can explore together the possibilities for change. I work cooperatively with the client to develop their goals thru problem solving. I believe our work together will provide solutions that can relieve stress and confusion.
I am an interested, active listener offering feedback and understanding in a nonjudgemental manner so that we can explore together the possibilities for change. I work cooperatively with the client to develop their goals thru problem solving. I believe our work together will provide solutions that can relieve stress and confusion.
Kary Goodman
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240 (Online Only)
As a counselor, I bring unconditional positive regard, a belief in individual strengths, and an unwavering commitment to you. I am genuine, empathic, intuitive, and passionate about helping you. I use person centered therapy first and foremost; meaning that I'm always looking for the good in you, believing in you and supporting you to make your life feel it's most fulfilled. For each person that's different - for some it's "happiness", for some it's being present or mindful, and for some it's managing symptoms so other things can be balanced in their life. From this support, I hope to create a space where you can pursue your needs.
As a counselor, I bring unconditional positive regard, a belief in individual strengths, and an unwavering commitment to you. I am genuine, empathic, intuitive, and passionate about helping you. I use person centered therapy first and foremost; meaning that I'm always looking for the good in you, believing in you and supporting you to make your life feel it's most fulfilled. For each person that's different - for some it's "happiness", for some it's being present or mindful, and for some it's managing symptoms so other things can be balanced in their life. From this support, I hope to create a space where you can pursue your needs.
Brittany McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-cc
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is eclectic- with an effort to combine aspects of ACT, DBT, Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing with creative modalities as they best serve you. I believe in therapy as a dual process- where you as the client are the expert in your own lived experience- and I serve to help guide you through the steps of change and provide new tools, strategies, and insights. Together we can identify goals, thought patterns, or behaviors that are not serving you, and engage in the development of coping mechanisms that you can utilize when feeling anxious, dysregulated, or triggered.
My approach to therapy is eclectic- with an effort to combine aspects of ACT, DBT, Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing with creative modalities as they best serve you. I believe in therapy as a dual process- where you as the client are the expert in your own lived experience- and I serve to help guide you through the steps of change and provide new tools, strategies, and insights. Together we can identify goals, thought patterns, or behaviors that are not serving you, and engage in the development of coping mechanisms that you can utilize when feeling anxious, dysregulated, or triggered.
Joanna Nappi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lewiston, ME 04240
By searching for a therapist, you have already taken the first step towards creating the life you want. I view everyday as a fresh start and an opportunity to become whoever you want to be. As a therapist, I work with children, adolescents, and adults on a wide range of issues/topics, such as, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, gender and sexuality, life transitions, relational difficulties, and emotional regulation. I am especially interested in LGBTQIA+ issues, emerging adulthood, Autism / ASD, women's issues, incorporating art/movement/creativity, parent training, and fostering the mind-body connection.
By searching for a therapist, you have already taken the first step towards creating the life you want. I view everyday as a fresh start and an opportunity to become whoever you want to be. As a therapist, I work with children, adolescents, and adults on a wide range of issues/topics, such as, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, gender and sexuality, life transitions, relational difficulties, and emotional regulation. I am especially interested in LGBTQIA+ issues, emerging adulthood, Autism / ASD, women's issues, incorporating art/movement/creativity, parent training, and fostering the mind-body connection.
Ryan P. Shannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240 (Online Only)
The thought "I need someone to talk to" can be challenging, and finding the "right" person to speak with can be overwhelming. I make it my mission to create a judgment-free, open, calming space for you to explore those parts of your life where you'd welcome change, and contemplate what change means for you. Let's work together to create more balance in your life! Email contact is preferred as I can respond faster than a telephone call.
The thought "I need someone to talk to" can be challenging, and finding the "right" person to speak with can be overwhelming. I make it my mission to create a judgment-free, open, calming space for you to explore those parts of your life where you'd welcome change, and contemplate what change means for you. Let's work together to create more balance in your life! Email contact is preferred as I can respond faster than a telephone call.
Nichelle Gardner
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240
I believe truly understanding a person’s journey begins with a compassionate heart. Each person is beautifully unique, harbors inner strengths, and is on a developmental journey, no matter what their age. I work collaboratively and creatively to identify these strengths and explore developmental perspective. During our work together, it is my goal to create a private and safe place in which to explore, heal, and grow.
I believe truly understanding a person’s journey begins with a compassionate heart. Each person is beautifully unique, harbors inner strengths, and is on a developmental journey, no matter what their age. I work collaboratively and creatively to identify these strengths and explore developmental perspective. During our work together, it is my goal to create a private and safe place in which to explore, heal, and grow.
Britt M Lindon
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewiston, ME 04240
So, you’ve waited this long to either start therapy or change to a therapist that’ll REALLY help. By the time you get to this point – you’re overdue. I get that. That’s why we keep openings for SAME day appointments, and evening & weekend slots. Although we don’t do emergency care – we understand that sometimes it’s best to talk through something soon. I specialize in treating fellow doctors, lawyers or high-net worth individuals who require a therapist that can match their intellect and caliber. I understand how big law, three-letter government agencies and academia works – so you won’t have to waste time getting me up to speed.
So, you’ve waited this long to either start therapy or change to a therapist that’ll REALLY help. By the time you get to this point – you’re overdue. I get that. That’s why we keep openings for SAME day appointments, and evening & weekend slots. Although we don’t do emergency care – we understand that sometimes it’s best to talk through something soon. I specialize in treating fellow doctors, lawyers or high-net worth individuals who require a therapist that can match their intellect and caliber. I understand how big law, three-letter government agencies and academia works – so you won’t have to waste time getting me up to speed.
Trauma-Informed Anxiety And Depression Therapist Bridget Sakowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240 (Online Only)
Currently Accepting New Clients. I am a Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Maine. I work with individuals to make meaning out of their lived experiences, including how they understand themselves, their relationships, and the world around them. Therapy allows folks to process their past traumas as they navigate the challenges of daily life that are often influenced by the larger systems of life. I collaborate with you to build and live your preferred life through a comfortable, safe space.
Currently Accepting New Clients. I am a Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker located in Maine. I work with individuals to make meaning out of their lived experiences, including how they understand themselves, their relationships, and the world around them. Therapy allows folks to process their past traumas as they navigate the challenges of daily life that are often influenced by the larger systems of life. I collaborate with you to build and live your preferred life through a comfortable, safe space.
McKay Walsh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240
I'm a psychologist with specialized training in grief therapy and working with college students. My goal is to create a therapeutic space and relationship in which you feel safe and open to exploring past experiences, relationships, and identities that may be influencing the reasons you sought therapy. We will work together collaboratively as you move towards greater self-understanding, self-compassion, behavioral changes, and more fulfilling relationships.
I'm a psychologist with specialized training in grief therapy and working with college students. My goal is to create a therapeutic space and relationship in which you feel safe and open to exploring past experiences, relationships, and identities that may be influencing the reasons you sought therapy. We will work together collaboratively as you move towards greater self-understanding, self-compassion, behavioral changes, and more fulfilling relationships.
Marc A Madore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lewiston, ME 04240
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where together we explore possibilities to improve your wellbeing.
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where together we explore possibilities to improve your wellbeing.
Ritu J Esbjorn
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
New Gloucester, ME 04260
I bring empathy, kindness, and a wealth of life experience into any conversation you and I might have about the difficulties you're facing. My extensive clinical training and professional experience is part of the well of care I offer; I can help you with coming to terms with anxiety, grief, depression, and shame, as well as supporting you through challenges in relationships, major life transitions, loss and illness. Any issue to do with adoption is completely familiar to me from my years as an active social worker.
I bring empathy, kindness, and a wealth of life experience into any conversation you and I might have about the difficulties you're facing. My extensive clinical training and professional experience is part of the well of care I offer; I can help you with coming to terms with anxiety, grief, depression, and shame, as well as supporting you through challenges in relationships, major life transitions, loss and illness. Any issue to do with adoption is completely familiar to me from my years as an active social worker.
Hal Earle
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lewiston, ME 04240 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Do you struggle with overwhelming and unpredictable waves of emotion? Find yourself doing well in certain areas of your life, like work, but feel frustrated or out of control at home or in relationships? Perhaps you’re questioning your gender identity or trying to plan transition steps. My practice specialties including helping people understand and heal from complex trauma, and working with queer and transgender folks. I can also help with a wide range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, and single incident traumas. Additionally, I provide free assessment and letters for gender affirming surgery.
Do you struggle with overwhelming and unpredictable waves of emotion? Find yourself doing well in certain areas of your life, like work, but feel frustrated or out of control at home or in relationships? Perhaps you’re questioning your gender identity or trying to plan transition steps. My practice specialties including helping people understand and heal from complex trauma, and working with queer and transgender folks. I can also help with a wide range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, and single incident traumas. Additionally, I provide free assessment and letters for gender affirming surgery.
Chloe Lapointe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewiston, ME 04240
Not accepting new clients
My practice focuses on supporting individuals (ages 16+) with symptoms of anxiety and depression who are able to maintain a high level of functionality. Oftentimes, these symptoms may manifest as perfectionism, irritability, loneliness, people-pleasing, fear of failure, self-criticism and comparison to others. In depth exploration of thoughts and feelings can be a helpful way to facilitate change.
My practice focuses on supporting individuals (ages 16+) with symptoms of anxiety and depression who are able to maintain a high level of functionality. Oftentimes, these symptoms may manifest as perfectionism, irritability, loneliness, people-pleasing, fear of failure, self-criticism and comparison to others. In depth exploration of thoughts and feelings can be a helpful way to facilitate change.
Online Therapists
Josh Kingsbury
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04103
One of my specialties is working with clients who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning.
We all experience challenges during our everyday lives. Sometimes these challenges can seem overwhelming and discouraging. I work with people who want to make changes in their lives to help themselves overcome these difficult experiences. These changes can often be difficult to contemplate, yet alone act on. I strive to create a supportive environment for my clients where they can explore their concerns and the emotions that arise.
One of my specialties is working with clients who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning.
We all experience challenges during our everyday lives. Sometimes these challenges can seem overwhelming and discouraging. I work with people who want to make changes in their lives to help themselves overcome these difficult experiences. These changes can often be difficult to contemplate, yet alone act on. I strive to create a supportive environment for my clients where they can explore their concerns and the emotions that arise.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.