Therapists in Knox County, ME

I offer real help to get you through difficult times; in your relationship, job or with a personal stress. This is a direct, no-nonsense interactive process: I will help you see what is holding you back so you can reorganize to play a bigger game in your life. For over 16 years I have brought my full engagement and commitment to facilitate my clients in getting the results they are looking for. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression or high levels of stress this intensive short-term process will put you back in touch with your power to change.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

If you are feeling stuck, PTSD, overwhelmed, frustrated, confused or sad lets make the new become familiar in order to achieve what you want. I provide individual therapy with adults, parenting issues with children and couples counseling. My passion is inspiring women in transition, addressing depression, trauma, anxiety and substance abuse while focusing on empowerment and independence. I implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Informed Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR and Internal Family Systems. It doesn't take a lifetime to change your thinking or habits. New beginnings are possible!

I provide telehealth services in New York (Headway.co) and in-person services in Maine (PenBayMusicTherapy.com). I've shared profound clinical experiences in many traditionally non-musical care contexts, including psychiatric, special education, rehabilitation, and complex medical settings. My clients navigate challenges related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem, regulation, trauma, grief or loss. I guide clients to explore and express experiences and feelings that are subconsciously defining the self. I aim to provide a warm, reliable, and open-minded presence that encourages clients to express what they have held onto tightly.

In the adult client, I especially enjoy witnessing one's ability to reject ineffective patterns of thinking in order to reach and sustain personal growth. Facing what we find to recognize either by internal or external forces that needs correction, is the first step in the process of effecting change. In adolescents, a shift to effect change can be a bit more challenging but no fault of theirs. Helping clients to navigate the life courses; expected and unexpected can be an exciting process to experience.

Are you struggling with anxiety and disturbing emotions? Life's uncertainties can be challenging, leading to unhelpful stories we tell ourselves that make us feel out of control. I'm here to help you understand and manage your anxiety, guiding you towards a new narrative rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and cognitive behavioral techniques.

When life gets crazy with it's ups and downs, and you want to talk to someone, I say, "Come see me at the barn"......At this practice, your counseling experience has the potential to be profound, unique, and different. I work out of my barn office, offer traditional in-office counseling and specialize in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy/Animal Assisted Therapy. I work with a variety of people of all ages and wide range of therapeutic concerns.

I am passionate about working with couples to achieve a more intimate and satisfying relationship. In therapy, I work with each individual to identify issues that are interfering in achieving these and use a strengths-based approach to support clients to develop better ways of relating. I believe that the best way to get to the root of the issue is through being open and direct with clients.

Trauma can be defined as our emotional and psychological response to a distressing event. It can be difficult to resolve traumatic memories when the event and emotional response validate a negative core belief we hold about ourselves. I am an EMDR trained therapist and I believe strongly in the efficacy of EMDR in resolving trauma and negative core beliefs. I also use existential philosophy to inform my practice, meaning I focus on self-awareness, relationships, personal power, free will, and self-determined choices.

Are you feeling stuck? Overwhelmed? Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, panic, low self-esteem, or maybe substance use? Everyone gets stuck or overwhelmed at times and sometimes we need additional support. Therapy creates opportunities for you to explore your thoughts and feelings so you can better understand and change what's getting in the way of you living the life you value and achieving your goals. I am glad you are here, and I’m here to help. You are making an important and often very difficult step in deciding to work towards a more balanced life.

As a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Dr. of East-West Psychology, and Biodynamic Cranial Sacral Therapist, I offer clients an integrated approach to transforming mind-body conditions that result from chronic stress and trauma. Each Somatic Experiencing session is a journey towards wholeness, awakening your inherent health by restoring nervous system regulation. Since 2018, I have worked closely with Dr. Peter A. Levine and Somatic Experiencing International (SEI) as a Training Assistant and Retreat Director, developing an effective Somatic Experiencing-based retreat protocol for military veterans and the general public.

I believe we each have our own individual stories and unique experiences in which we face a number of challenges. In my practice I offer a space for those wishing to explore issues, develop skills, and heal past injuries. Incorporating a joy of movement and adventure, I believe health is holistic—combining physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual well-being and balance. I love to surround myself with nature through hiking with my sweet dog Nala, skiing, and gardening. I practice yoga, am a Certified Reiki Master Teacher, and believe in the energy and light within us all.