Parenting Therapists in Newcastle, ME
If you’re struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, parenting or feeling stuck in a relationship, you don’t have to face it alone.
As an LCSW with over a decade of experience, I specialize in working with adults. My integrative approach combines ACT, relational therapy, mindfulness techniques, and strengths-based methods to reduce stress, improve coping, and explore identity. I view healing holistically, focusing on mind, body, and environment.
If you’re struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression, parenting or feeling stuck in a relationship, you don’t have to face it alone.
As an LCSW with over a decade of experience, I specialize in working with adults. My integrative approach combines ACT, relational therapy, mindfulness techniques, and strengths-based methods to reduce stress, improve coping, and explore identity. I view healing holistically, focusing on mind, body, and environment.
I facilitate parent support groups and offer Family Counseling.
My work is focused on individuals who are struggling in their day to day functioning as they move through life transitions, whether that be graduating from High School, starting a new job, suffering the loss of a loved one, or battling a mental health/substance use diagnosis with few coping strategies. You may be apprehensive of seeking help but have an understanding that your anxiety, trauma or mental health is impacting your thinking patterns and daily functioning. In reaching out for therapy, you are taking the first step in acknowledging a desire to explore change in your thinking, habits and patterns.
I facilitate parent support groups and offer Family Counseling.
My work is focused on individuals who are struggling in their day to day functioning as they move through life transitions, whether that be graduating from High School, starting a new job, suffering the loss of a loved one, or battling a mental health/substance use diagnosis with few coping strategies. You may be apprehensive of seeking help but have an understanding that your anxiety, trauma or mental health is impacting your thinking patterns and daily functioning. In reaching out for therapy, you are taking the first step in acknowledging a desire to explore change in your thinking, habits and patterns.
Are you looking to make changes? Adjust to difficult or unwanted circumstances? I work with adults of all ages who are looking for guidance in navigating life's challenges. I can support you in creating growth and learning new skills that move you towards fulfilling your unique goals. Common themes in my practice are life transitions, boundaries, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction and sexuality. I can help you create new routines and develop skills to support your emotional health
Are you looking to make changes? Adjust to difficult or unwanted circumstances? I work with adults of all ages who are looking for guidance in navigating life's challenges. I can support you in creating growth and learning new skills that move you towards fulfilling your unique goals. Common themes in my practice are life transitions, boundaries, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, addiction and sexuality. I can help you create new routines and develop skills to support your emotional health
I love supporting parents through this life change.
Searching for a therapist can be one of the most difficult parts of coping, healing, and self-empowerment, because it's the first thing you must do. You must force yourself out of your comfort zone and out of whatever routine you've had before, to take the initiative and embark on a new path. When we're at our best, stepping out of our comfort zones can be daunting; when we're feeling vulnerable, it can seem nearly impossible. No matter what prompted you to take this first step, I'd like to be there for your second.
I love supporting parents through this life change.
Searching for a therapist can be one of the most difficult parts of coping, healing, and self-empowerment, because it's the first thing you must do. You must force yourself out of your comfort zone and out of whatever routine you've had before, to take the initiative and embark on a new path. When we're at our best, stepping out of our comfort zones can be daunting; when we're feeling vulnerable, it can seem nearly impossible. No matter what prompted you to take this first step, I'd like to be there for your second.
We know that searching for a therapist can be one of the most difficult parts of coping, healing, and self-empowerment, because it's the first thing you must do. You MUST force yourself out of your comfort zone and out of whatever routine you've had before, to take the initiative and embark on a new path.
We know that searching for a therapist can be one of the most difficult parts of coping, healing, and self-empowerment, because it's the first thing you must do. You MUST force yourself out of your comfort zone and out of whatever routine you've had before, to take the initiative and embark on a new path.
Currently accepting new clients. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working with all aspects of family life. I consider my approach to be eclectic. Whether I am working with an individual or an entire family, my focus is on meeting each person where they are, adjusting my approach to what works best for each person. My perspective focuses on what is working, no matter how small that may seem. This strengths-based lens is rooted in the belief that each individual has the internal resources that, once identified, can be used and expanded upon.
Currently accepting new clients. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I enjoy working with all aspects of family life. I consider my approach to be eclectic. Whether I am working with an individual or an entire family, my focus is on meeting each person where they are, adjusting my approach to what works best for each person. My perspective focuses on what is working, no matter how small that may seem. This strengths-based lens is rooted in the belief that each individual has the internal resources that, once identified, can be used and expanded upon.
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No current openings; please check back in February.I take Couples Therapy & Individual adults. Life can be challenging these days. Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Are you in what feels like an impossible situation, job, relationship, or having difficulties with your child/ren? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Any of these issues can leave you feeling alone, at a loss, and even stuck. Therapy can be a positive way to begin your journey of figuring out how you got to where you are, how to manage the symptoms that are making your life unbearable, and what choices you want to make to change your life’s trajectory.
No current openings; please check back in February.I take Couples Therapy & Individual adults. Life can be challenging these days. Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Are you in what feels like an impossible situation, job, relationship, or having difficulties with your child/ren? Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Any of these issues can leave you feeling alone, at a loss, and even stuck. Therapy can be a positive way to begin your journey of figuring out how you got to where you are, how to manage the symptoms that are making your life unbearable, and what choices you want to make to change your life’s trajectory.
With over 36 years of clinical experience, I'm also a parenting specialist, helping parents understand their children's behavior.
My passion is supporting couples and their children. There's a connection between childhood trauma and relational dysfunction. My approach to relationship/family/ parenting work is holistic, addressing childhood wounds & attachment issues. I'm engaged in ongoing professional trauma and advanced couples trainings. I also offer co- parenting divorce consulting.
With over 36 years of clinical experience, I'm also a parenting specialist, helping parents understand their children's behavior.
My passion is supporting couples and their children. There's a connection between childhood trauma and relational dysfunction. My approach to relationship/family/ parenting work is holistic, addressing childhood wounds & attachment issues. I'm engaged in ongoing professional trauma and advanced couples trainings. I also offer co- parenting divorce consulting.
New Location: Whitefield, accepting new clients 8/1/26. ages 3-8. When a child you care about is struggling, it can feel overwhelming. Young children express their difficult emotions and stress differently than adults. My specialty is communicating with children and collaborating with their caregivers to promote healthy functioning and wellbeing for everyone involved. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental environment. I treat each child as a unique person that is part of a unique whole. I work closely with caregivers to develop individualized strategies, make changes and accomplish goals that are the right fit for the situation.
New Location: Whitefield, accepting new clients 8/1/26. ages 3-8. When a child you care about is struggling, it can feel overwhelming. Young children express their difficult emotions and stress differently than adults. My specialty is communicating with children and collaborating with their caregivers to promote healthy functioning and wellbeing for everyone involved. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental environment. I treat each child as a unique person that is part of a unique whole. I work closely with caregivers to develop individualized strategies, make changes and accomplish goals that are the right fit for the situation.
I specialize in parenting young children, chronic illness, and diabetes.
I specialize in the cases where generic advice hasn't worked—pediatric behavioral challenges that disrupt daily life, diabetes psychology, chronic illness management, and families navigating the intersection of medical and mental health needs. Over the past decade, I've built a practice focused on bridging the gap between "knowing" and "doing" for clients who need deeply specialized guidance that fits their real lives.
I specialize in parenting young children, chronic illness, and diabetes.
I specialize in the cases where generic advice hasn't worked—pediatric behavioral challenges that disrupt daily life, diabetes psychology, chronic illness management, and families navigating the intersection of medical and mental health needs. Over the past decade, I've built a practice focused on bridging the gap between "knowing" and "doing" for clients who need deeply specialized guidance that fits their real lives.
Are you pregnant, or in the postpartum time struggling with adjustment to an expanding family with new needs and roles? Are you grieving the loss of a pregnancy or struggling with becoming pregnant? I am a trained and experienced perinatal psychotherapist to walk with you on this journey of family planning, transition, adjustment, mood and anxiety changes. Accessing mental health support during this time can be critical for restoring a sense of well-being in one's self and in the whole family. New and relearned coping skills can allow individuals to regain self-confidence and solid footing to navigate life's changes.
Are you pregnant, or in the postpartum time struggling with adjustment to an expanding family with new needs and roles? Are you grieving the loss of a pregnancy or struggling with becoming pregnant? I am a trained and experienced perinatal psychotherapist to walk with you on this journey of family planning, transition, adjustment, mood and anxiety changes. Accessing mental health support during this time can be critical for restoring a sense of well-being in one's self and in the whole family. New and relearned coping skills can allow individuals to regain self-confidence and solid footing to navigate life's changes.
I can also help parents that feel stuck, working on finding solutions to increase communication and connection.
** I am now available for in person and telehealth sessions** Sometimes life can be challenging. Kids don't always know how to manage difficult transitions or feelings by using their words. Instead, an unhappy or anxious child may present with behaviors that are upsetting. I can help discover underlying issues and guide young people in finding ways to better express what is on their minds.
I can also help parents that feel stuck, working on finding solutions to increase communication and connection.
** I am now available for in person and telehealth sessions** Sometimes life can be challenging. Kids don't always know how to manage difficult transitions or feelings by using their words. Instead, an unhappy or anxious child may present with behaviors that are upsetting. I can help discover underlying issues and guide young people in finding ways to better express what is on their minds.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're repeating the same patterns despite your best efforts? Perhaps anxiety has become your constant companion, past experiences continue to shape your present, or you know there's more to life than simply getting through each day. Insight alone isn't enough for lasting change. That's why I integrate approaches that go beyond traditional talk therapy. I help clients explore not only the "why" behind their struggles but also help to create new patterns in the brain and nervous system that support healing, resilience, and the freedom to move beyond surviving and toward a life of greater joy.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're repeating the same patterns despite your best efforts? Perhaps anxiety has become your constant companion, past experiences continue to shape your present, or you know there's more to life than simply getting through each day. Insight alone isn't enough for lasting change. That's why I integrate approaches that go beyond traditional talk therapy. I help clients explore not only the "why" behind their struggles but also help to create new patterns in the brain and nervous system that support healing, resilience, and the freedom to move beyond surviving and toward a life of greater joy.
We specialize in pregnancy and postpartum challenges, miscarriage and termination, infertility, traumatic birth, PMDD, empty nest, menopause, parenting and women’s health concerns.
Together, we’ll build insight into the patterns that shape how you think, feel and respond to stress. As you better understand yourself, you’ll start to see why certain situations feel so hard and how you tend to show up when they do. From there, we’ll practice new tools and healthier ways of coping so you can respond with more calm, clarity, and confidence.
We specialize in pregnancy and postpartum challenges, miscarriage and termination, infertility, traumatic birth, PMDD, empty nest, menopause, parenting and women’s health concerns.
Together, we’ll build insight into the patterns that shape how you think, feel and respond to stress. As you better understand yourself, you’ll start to see why certain situations feel so hard and how you tend to show up when they do. From there, we’ll practice new tools and healthier ways of coping so you can respond with more calm, clarity, and confidence.
I focus on building resilience, emotional regulation, and healthy coping skills while partnering with parents to support lasting growth at home and beyond.
Are you worried about your child's emotions, behavior, or struggles at school? Feeling overwhelmed trying to support them while wondering if you're doing enough? Maybe your child is experiencing anxiety, big emotions, friendship challenges, or difficulty adjusting to life's changes, and you're looking for guidance from someone who truly understands. Whether you're seeking support for your child or practical strategies to help your family thrive, you don't have to navigate it alone.
I focus on building resilience, emotional regulation, and healthy coping skills while partnering with parents to support lasting growth at home and beyond.
Are you worried about your child's emotions, behavior, or struggles at school? Feeling overwhelmed trying to support them while wondering if you're doing enough? Maybe your child is experiencing anxiety, big emotions, friendship challenges, or difficulty adjusting to life's changes, and you're looking for guidance from someone who truly understands. Whether you're seeking support for your child or practical strategies to help your family thrive, you don't have to navigate it alone.
Michael Scheib
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT, MS Ed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My practice (Twin Suns Therapy) is accepting patients, but I have a waitlist 9/2/25
Hello! I am glad you have taken a step to better your mental health! I am primarily working with Adults at this time, but will work with children 14+. I use goal-oriented therapy that involves the individual in every step of the process. The modalities of therapy I use, are evidence-based (CBT, ACT, DBT, etc.), which aim to decrease interfering thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, as well as increase happiness and success in life. We will work together holistically to ensure we are addressing all aspects of your life that could affect mental health!
My practice (Twin Suns Therapy) is accepting patients, but I have a waitlist 9/2/25
Hello! I am glad you have taken a step to better your mental health! I am primarily working with Adults at this time, but will work with children 14+. I use goal-oriented therapy that involves the individual in every step of the process. The modalities of therapy I use, are evidence-based (CBT, ACT, DBT, etc.), which aim to decrease interfering thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, as well as increase happiness and success in life. We will work together holistically to ensure we are addressing all aspects of your life that could affect mental health!
I am now licensed in Maine, Connecticut, Vermont, and North Carolina.
I am interested in working with individuals across a range of presenting concerns. I see my work with clients as a partnership. My focus is to listen and validate, and to offer feedback that may help the individual better recognize the patterns and experiences that are impeding growth and healing. I have an additional interest in supporting folks who are transitioning to, or fully in, retirement, addressing needs and concerns particular to this time of life.
I am now licensed in Maine, Connecticut, Vermont, and North Carolina.
I am interested in working with individuals across a range of presenting concerns. I see my work with clients as a partnership. My focus is to listen and validate, and to offer feedback that may help the individual better recognize the patterns and experiences that are impeding growth and healing. I have an additional interest in supporting folks who are transitioning to, or fully in, retirement, addressing needs and concerns particular to this time of life.
Most people arrive at therapy because there is something they want to change about the way things are right now. Together, we will identify what your goals are, what is important to you, and what barriers are stopping you from moving in that direction. We will then collaboratively work to orient the compass of your life in a direction that aligns towards self-fulfillment and steady ground. My practice is a trauma-informed environment where safety and trust are paramount to fostering change and growth.
Most people arrive at therapy because there is something they want to change about the way things are right now. Together, we will identify what your goals are, what is important to you, and what barriers are stopping you from moving in that direction. We will then collaboratively work to orient the compass of your life in a direction that aligns towards self-fulfillment and steady ground. My practice is a trauma-informed environment where safety and trust are paramount to fostering change and growth.
What I know for sure is it can be hard to be human while it can also can be awe-inducing and wonderful. In my 26 years of practice I have come to find that what I enjoy the most in my work is supporting clients in sitting in this duality and finding peace in the presence of their lives. We can try so hard to run from our tough emotions in all kinds of adaptive human ways, but when we practice accepting them the deep healing can begin.
What I know for sure is it can be hard to be human while it can also can be awe-inducing and wonderful. In my 26 years of practice I have come to find that what I enjoy the most in my work is supporting clients in sitting in this duality and finding peace in the presence of their lives. We can try so hard to run from our tough emotions in all kinds of adaptive human ways, but when we practice accepting them the deep healing can begin.
I’m a social worker with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field and have been practicing as a psychotherapist since 2021. I support adults navigating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, substance use, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. I help people during times of increased stress, loss, or transition. I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life changes, relationship concerns, or past trauma. I have a special interest in supporting people exploring neurodivergence later in life.
I’m a social worker with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field and have been practicing as a psychotherapist since 2021. I support adults navigating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, substance use, ADHD, and other mental health challenges. I help people during times of increased stress, loss, or transition. I work with people who feel overwhelmed by life changes, relationship concerns, or past trauma. I have a special interest in supporting people exploring neurodivergence later in life.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.