Forensic Psychology Therapists in Old Orchard Beach, ME
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I am a trauma focused, neurodiversity celebrating, complex attachment navigating, soft spot landing therapist. I welcome adults and small children experiencing complex and attachment traumas, and those on foster care and adoption journeys. I approach trauma work using an embodied approach with somatic (body) awareness, EMDR, trauma reprocessing/unburdening, and play therapy.
Additionally, I specialize in ADHD and behavioral strategies for children who communicate big emotions through big behaviors. My goal is to unburden and empower parents as they navigate challenging behaviors. Let's make your home more peaceful, together.
I am a trauma focused, neurodiversity celebrating, complex attachment navigating, soft spot landing therapist. I welcome adults and small children experiencing complex and attachment traumas, and those on foster care and adoption journeys. I approach trauma work using an embodied approach with somatic (body) awareness, EMDR, trauma reprocessing/unburdening, and play therapy.
Additionally, I specialize in ADHD and behavioral strategies for children who communicate big emotions through big behaviors. My goal is to unburden and empower parents as they navigate challenging behaviors. Let's make your home more peaceful, together.
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Accepting new clients - In person and telehealth! Passionate about providing individualized and intentional care, I believe that therapeutic work requires a strong connection, where clients feel heard and empowered. Taking a psychotherapeutic approach, I have helped clients to develop awareness of how we come to understand ourselves and the way we interact with the world for over fifteen years. Through this journey, we develop compassion for the patterns we created to adapt to our environment, while exploring what may keep us from experiencing life with more connection and acceptance, and less shame and judgment.
Accepting new clients - In person and telehealth! Passionate about providing individualized and intentional care, I believe that therapeutic work requires a strong connection, where clients feel heard and empowered. Taking a psychotherapeutic approach, I have helped clients to develop awareness of how we come to understand ourselves and the way we interact with the world for over fifteen years. Through this journey, we develop compassion for the patterns we created to adapt to our environment, while exploring what may keep us from experiencing life with more connection and acceptance, and less shame and judgment.
My theoretical framework is Relational Psychoanalytic Therapy. My main focus is on understanding the underlying causes of your anxiety or depression with the objective of gaining self-awareness and self-understanding. You will likely talk about your past to see how it may still influence you in the present. Emphasis is on understanding past and present relationships with consideration that thoughts and feelings are neither negative nor irrational. Making sense of your emotions is a big part of what may help you feel better about yourself giving you freedom to make emotionally healthy choices by getting to the root of your problems.
My theoretical framework is Relational Psychoanalytic Therapy. My main focus is on understanding the underlying causes of your anxiety or depression with the objective of gaining self-awareness and self-understanding. You will likely talk about your past to see how it may still influence you in the present. Emphasis is on understanding past and present relationships with consideration that thoughts and feelings are neither negative nor irrational. Making sense of your emotions is a big part of what may help you feel better about yourself giving you freedom to make emotionally healthy choices by getting to the root of your problems.
Limited afternoon openings available! I specialize in anxiety conditions, integrated health and wellness, and psychedelic psychotherapy. I help individuals manage anxiety—whether generalized or specific—by teaching evidence-based tools to cope with discomfort and exploring the roots of fear for lasting relief. I’m also passionate about health and wellness, supporting those navigating chronic health challenges or striving to meet goals. Together, we’ll work to uncover purpose, build resilience, and create a more fulfilling life.
Limited afternoon openings available! I specialize in anxiety conditions, integrated health and wellness, and psychedelic psychotherapy. I help individuals manage anxiety—whether generalized or specific—by teaching evidence-based tools to cope with discomfort and exploring the roots of fear for lasting relief. I’m also passionate about health and wellness, supporting those navigating chronic health challenges or striving to meet goals. Together, we’ll work to uncover purpose, build resilience, and create a more fulfilling life.
Welcome—I'm glad you're here. My name is Dr. Margaret Morrison, and I’m a licensed psychologist with over 40 years of experience walking alongside individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges. I work with adults ages 21 and older and offer a collaborative, respectful, and often light-hearted approach to therapy.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected in your relationship, or simply seeking growth, I see therapy as a partnership. In our first session, we'll get to know one another and begin identifying the areas of discomfort or concern that you’d like to change. From there, we’ll explore those issues
Welcome—I'm glad you're here. My name is Dr. Margaret Morrison, and I’m a licensed psychologist with over 40 years of experience walking alongside individuals and couples as they navigate life’s challenges. I work with adults ages 21 and older and offer a collaborative, respectful, and often light-hearted approach to therapy.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected in your relationship, or simply seeking growth, I see therapy as a partnership. In our first session, we'll get to know one another and begin identifying the areas of discomfort or concern that you’d like to change. From there, we’ll explore those issues
Are you struggling with
Relationship issues?
Narcissistic abuse?
Generational trauma?
Sexual trauma?
Issues related to divorce?
You are someone I’d love to talk with. My style incorporates several techniques. I believe that focusing on self-love is crucial for all issues!
My goal is to assure that you are supported. I offer tools to help between our sessions. There are skills that you can incorporate into your daily life to help with all this. We can do that together.
Let's talk.
Are you struggling with
Relationship issues?
Narcissistic abuse?
Generational trauma?
Sexual trauma?
Issues related to divorce?
You are someone I’d love to talk with. My style incorporates several techniques. I believe that focusing on self-love is crucial for all issues!
My goal is to assure that you are supported. I offer tools to help between our sessions. There are skills that you can incorporate into your daily life to help with all this. We can do that together.
Let's talk.
I believe a sense of trust is a key component for someone feeling safe in therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that will provide that experience for all of my clients. My unique, person-centered approach to therapy gives you the space to feel safe, secure and supported while using evidenced based modalities. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing and tailor treatment to the individual. My role as your therapist is to help provide the tools needed to gain insight, self-discovery and healing from past experiences, allowing you to live a happier and more fulfilling future
I believe a sense of trust is a key component for someone feeling safe in therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that will provide that experience for all of my clients. My unique, person-centered approach to therapy gives you the space to feel safe, secure and supported while using evidenced based modalities. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing and tailor treatment to the individual. My role as your therapist is to help provide the tools needed to gain insight, self-discovery and healing from past experiences, allowing you to live a happier and more fulfilling future
One of the most important things you can do is start the journey to understanding and living your own truth. This is a guiding force in my practice. My name is Kelly Broderick and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I am licensed in Massachusetts, Maine, South Carolina and Arizona. I have over fifteen years of experience working with individuals and couples in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings.
One of the most important things you can do is start the journey to understanding and living your own truth. This is a guiding force in my practice. My name is Kelly Broderick and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I am licensed in Massachusetts, Maine, South Carolina and Arizona. I have over fifteen years of experience working with individuals and couples in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings.
Welcome! I’m Jeff, a down-to-earth psychotherapist/social worker who believes in real, practical/ evidence-based help. I don’t claim to be all knowing but what I offer is experience assisting individual's struggling with a variety of life's challenges and a lifetime of varied experiences and wisdom, translated into a compassionate, collaborative approach in a nonjudgmental, accepting environment.
Welcome! I’m Jeff, a down-to-earth psychotherapist/social worker who believes in real, practical/ evidence-based help. I don’t claim to be all knowing but what I offer is experience assisting individual's struggling with a variety of life's challenges and a lifetime of varied experiences and wisdom, translated into a compassionate, collaborative approach in a nonjudgmental, accepting environment.
I’m a licensed psychologist with experience working in inpatient psychiatric, outpatient counseling, and outpatient neurorehabilitation settings. I specialize in clinical neuropsychology, conducting neuropsychological evaluations and brain-based psychotherapy for adults. I also provide consulting services in various settings (e.g. organizational, workers’ compensation, forensic) on topics related to my areas of expertise. You’re welcome to contact me with questions regarding your unique concerns. Examples of the types of referral questions for neuropsychological evaluation I routinely address include:
I’m a licensed psychologist with experience working in inpatient psychiatric, outpatient counseling, and outpatient neurorehabilitation settings. I specialize in clinical neuropsychology, conducting neuropsychological evaluations and brain-based psychotherapy for adults. I also provide consulting services in various settings (e.g. organizational, workers’ compensation, forensic) on topics related to my areas of expertise. You’re welcome to contact me with questions regarding your unique concerns. Examples of the types of referral questions for neuropsychological evaluation I routinely address include:
At present, my practice is limited to men and women in the law enforcement community and their families. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used in many medical facilities today and I am against the practice. I am making a statement: I don’t believe AI and the collection of voice recordings in a medical / psychotherapy office should happen. Be assured that I do not and I will not record therapy sessions. Treatment sessions are sacrosanct to me and therefore confidential.
At present, my practice is limited to men and women in the law enforcement community and their families. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used in many medical facilities today and I am against the practice. I am making a statement: I don’t believe AI and the collection of voice recordings in a medical / psychotherapy office should happen. Be assured that I do not and I will not record therapy sessions. Treatment sessions are sacrosanct to me and therefore confidential.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have experience working with clients with many different challenges. I have worked in a variety of settings from state and federal agencies, prisons, and private agencies. Being a military veteran and retired federal law enforcement officer, I feel my life path has been a voyage of discovery and I look forward to helping others find their own path in this world. I currently offer tele-therapy in Virginia, Massachusetts and Maine. I look forward to hearing from you!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have experience working with clients with many different challenges. I have worked in a variety of settings from state and federal agencies, prisons, and private agencies. Being a military veteran and retired federal law enforcement officer, I feel my life path has been a voyage of discovery and I look forward to helping others find their own path in this world. I currently offer tele-therapy in Virginia, Massachusetts and Maine. I look forward to hearing from you!
Are you constantly worried about what might happen? Do you re-play situations in your mind and wish you could go back and change what you said? Do you doubt yourself? Does all of this negative thinking make you feel exhausted? Symptoms of anxiety can take a toll on your well being and can cause many unwanted results. Anxiety can surface for many reasons at any time in your life. Experiencing these emotions can affect our relationships as well. It can be scary to take that first step to seek counseling, however that first step is all you need.
Are you constantly worried about what might happen? Do you re-play situations in your mind and wish you could go back and change what you said? Do you doubt yourself? Does all of this negative thinking make you feel exhausted? Symptoms of anxiety can take a toll on your well being and can cause many unwanted results. Anxiety can surface for many reasons at any time in your life. Experiencing these emotions can affect our relationships as well. It can be scary to take that first step to seek counseling, however that first step is all you need.
Are you looking to make a change, but don't know where to start? Maybe you have tried everything you can think of but haven't experienced relief. I can help you adjust to a life change, address mental health or substance abuse issues, or resolve past experiences getting in the way of the present. I provide clinical counseling through cultivation of insight in session with skills development to help you make practical, realistic changes now. I couple evidence-based techniques with an active, accepting, style to create a safe space to meet your individual needs and adopt lasting change.
Are you looking to make a change, but don't know where to start? Maybe you have tried everything you can think of but haven't experienced relief. I can help you adjust to a life change, address mental health or substance abuse issues, or resolve past experiences getting in the way of the present. I provide clinical counseling through cultivation of insight in session with skills development to help you make practical, realistic changes now. I couple evidence-based techniques with an active, accepting, style to create a safe space to meet your individual needs and adopt lasting change.
Practicing 48 years in Seacoast Tri-state area. Portsmouth Family Institute faculty member, former Guest Lecturer, UNH Grad. Studies in Marriage/Family Therapy. Psychological Testing for ADHD- child/adult; Presurgical evaluations; Court-Legal Evaluations. APA Board Certified in Assessment/Treatment of Substance Use Disorders Addiction services to families. Individuals/couples/families undergoing life transitions/divorce. I am a former GAL. I provide psychological assessment/treatment to clients of GALs. I gladly work with ages 14 +.
Practicing 48 years in Seacoast Tri-state area. Portsmouth Family Institute faculty member, former Guest Lecturer, UNH Grad. Studies in Marriage/Family Therapy. Psychological Testing for ADHD- child/adult; Presurgical evaluations; Court-Legal Evaluations. APA Board Certified in Assessment/Treatment of Substance Use Disorders Addiction services to families. Individuals/couples/families undergoing life transitions/divorce. I am a former GAL. I provide psychological assessment/treatment to clients of GALs. I gladly work with ages 14 +.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I am a "regular guy" kind of therapist. I don't wear a tie, but I have been known to sport a fedora or other stylish hat and am accompanied by two noisy corgis. I bring 36 years of experience to the counseling relationship. I strive to empower my clients to make positive changes in their lives. My ideal clients are those individuals who want to work from a strengths-based perspective to improve their quality of life. I don't like to see people stuck in a "sick" or "victim" role because that is the narrative that was given to them early in life. Let's work together to write your own story, one with the happiest ending yet to come!
I am a "regular guy" kind of therapist. I don't wear a tie, but I have been known to sport a fedora or other stylish hat and am accompanied by two noisy corgis. I bring 36 years of experience to the counseling relationship. I strive to empower my clients to make positive changes in their lives. My ideal clients are those individuals who want to work from a strengths-based perspective to improve their quality of life. I don't like to see people stuck in a "sick" or "victim" role because that is the narrative that was given to them early in life. Let's work together to write your own story, one with the happiest ending yet to come!
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
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Forensic Psychology Therapists
How does forensic psychology work?
Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behavior that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.
Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?
Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.
Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?
In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behavior as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.
How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?
The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.