Grief Therapists in Old Orchard Beach, ME
Whether you are grieving a loss, struggling with depression, anxiety, or substance abuse, or wanting to understand unhealthy coping strategies, therapy can help.
Life can be incredibly tough, and when you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burdened by past trauma, it can seem like there’s no way out. But you don’t have to struggle alone. I understand how hard it can be to navigate these challenges, and I’m here to help you find the clarity and healing you need.
Whether you are grieving a loss, struggling with depression, anxiety, or substance abuse, or wanting to understand unhealthy coping strategies, therapy can help.
Life can be incredibly tough, and when you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or burdened by past trauma, it can seem like there’s no way out. But you don’t have to struggle alone. I understand how hard it can be to navigate these challenges, and I’m here to help you find the clarity and healing you need.
Angela is deeply passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma and substance use challenges and navigate the grieving process around loss.
Angela Barbato, LCSW, helps individuals across Maine navigate life’s challenges with compassion, authenticity, and evidence-based care. She provides a safe and supportive space for teens, adults, and seniors to explore their emotions, identify patterns that may be holding them back, and develop practical strategies for healing and growth. Angela’s approach centers on helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions with empathy and clinical expertise, guiding them toward meaningful change and renewed well-being.
Angela is deeply passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma and substance use challenges and navigate the grieving process around loss.
Angela Barbato, LCSW, helps individuals across Maine navigate life’s challenges with compassion, authenticity, and evidence-based care. She provides a safe and supportive space for teens, adults, and seniors to explore their emotions, identify patterns that may be holding them back, and develop practical strategies for healing and growth. Angela’s approach centers on helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions with empathy and clinical expertise, guiding them toward meaningful change and renewed well-being.
Yolanda Atencio helps individuals find meaningful pathways to healing and growth by offering compassionate and evidence-based mental health care in Maine. She works with adolescents, adults, and seniors, supporting those facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use concerns. Through a warm and collaborative approach, she empowers clients to strengthen their resilience, gain clarity, and create lasting positive changes in their lives. With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Mrs. Atencio has developed a deep expertise in trauma-informed therapy.Yolanda Atencio helps individuals find meaningful pathw
Yolanda Atencio helps individuals find meaningful pathways to healing and growth by offering compassionate and evidence-based mental health care in Maine. She works with adolescents, adults, and seniors, supporting those facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use concerns. Through a warm and collaborative approach, she empowers clients to strengthen their resilience, gain clarity, and create lasting positive changes in their lives. With more than 30 years of clinical experience, Mrs. Atencio has developed a deep expertise in trauma-informed therapy.Yolanda Atencio helps individuals find meaningful pathw
She works with adults across the lifespan, including those facing midlife and later life transitions, and offers support for concerns such as grief, OCD, and co-occurring challenges, along with additional areas of expertise.
A central focus of Melissa’s work is trauma-informed care, particularly through EMDR therapy. She is deeply committed to helping individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences, including PTSD, attachment-related wounds, and distress tied to past events.
She works with adults across the lifespan, including those facing midlife and later life transitions, and offers support for concerns such as grief, OCD, and co-occurring challenges, along with additional areas of expertise.
A central focus of Melissa’s work is trauma-informed care, particularly through EMDR therapy. She is deeply committed to helping individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences, including PTSD, attachment-related wounds, and distress tied to past events.
I work with kids, teens, and adults navigating a range of challenges. People often come to me when something feels stuck—anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioral concerns, or patterns that just aren’t working anymore. Everyone has a unique, layered story, and that context matters. While we’ll explore the tough spots, therapy doesn’t stay there. I focus just as much on your strengths—the resilient, capable parts of you that are often overlooked. Together, we build on those qualities to create meaningful, lasting change so you can move toward a life that feels more balanced, empowered, and truly your own
I work with kids, teens, and adults navigating a range of challenges. People often come to me when something feels stuck—anxiety, emotional overwhelm, behavioral concerns, or patterns that just aren’t working anymore. Everyone has a unique, layered story, and that context matters. While we’ll explore the tough spots, therapy doesn’t stay there. I focus just as much on your strengths—the resilient, capable parts of you that are often overlooked. Together, we build on those qualities to create meaningful, lasting change so you can move toward a life that feels more balanced, empowered, and truly your own
Whether I’m supporting a family through grief, connecting a client to vital resources, or advocating for mental health awareness, I do it with heart and intention.
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.
Whether I’m supporting a family through grief, connecting a client to vital resources, or advocating for mental health awareness, I do it with heart and intention.
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 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.
Whether addressing persistent anxiety, grief, or relationship stressors, Rebecca works collaboratively with each person to uncover the deeper roots of emotional pain and foster meaningful growth.
With extensive experience supporting adults and seniors, she brings clinical insight into the complexities of midlife transitions, later-life challenges, and medical or health-related stress.
Whether addressing persistent anxiety, grief, or relationship stressors, Rebecca works collaboratively with each person to uncover the deeper roots of emotional pain and foster meaningful growth.
With extensive experience supporting adults and seniors, she brings clinical insight into the complexities of midlife transitions, later-life challenges, and medical or health-related stress.
Life can be challenging: anxiety, depression, grief, change, ADHD, and autism.
Together, we will identify goals that you would like to achieve and create a treatment plan. From there, we may process how you are thinking and feeling and identify activities that may move you toward your goal. Your feedback about what works, what doesn't work, and why will be explored to find the most effective method for you.
Life can be challenging: anxiety, depression, grief, change, ADHD, and autism.
Together, we will identify goals that you would like to achieve and create a treatment plan. From there, we may process how you are thinking and feeling and identify activities that may move you toward your goal. Your feedback about what works, what doesn't work, and why will be explored to find the most effective method for you.
You may look like you are managing, showing up for work, school, and others, while inside feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down in ways that are hard to explain. Anxiety, depression, life stress, trauma, and chronic pain can quietly shape how you think and feel. Many people I work with are capable and resilient but tired of carrying everything alone. They want steadiness, clarity, and a way forward that actually feels sustainable.
You may look like you are managing, showing up for work, school, and others, while inside feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or weighed down in ways that are hard to explain. Anxiety, depression, life stress, trauma, and chronic pain can quietly shape how you think and feel. Many people I work with are capable and resilient but tired of carrying everything alone. They want steadiness, clarity, and a way forward that actually feels sustainable.
The issues of trauma, loss, life changes, depression and anxiety are so much a part of all of our lives.
As a Gestalt trained therapist I use what is called the Cycle of Experience to expose what might be creating struggles and influencing complications in contact with yourself and others. We find sensations and thoughts which we have pushed down and we create new ones and then practice making contact with others reducing shame and increasing confidence.
The issues of trauma, loss, life changes, depression and anxiety are so much a part of all of our lives.
As a Gestalt trained therapist I use what is called the Cycle of Experience to expose what might be creating struggles and influencing complications in contact with yourself and others. We find sensations and thoughts which we have pushed down and we create new ones and then practice making contact with others reducing shame and increasing confidence.
Her clinical specialties include trauma and PTSD, women’s issues, and grief.
Lizabeth Bedard, LCSW, supports adults across Maine in navigating life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or adjusting to major life transitions, she helps clients develop tools for resilience and lasting emotional health. Through individual, family, and group therapy, she creates a safe and affirming space for healing, growth, and self-discovery. Lizabeth brings over two decades of clinical experience to her work, with a particular passion for supporting individuals facing midlife and later life transitions.Lizabeth Bedard, LCSW, supports adult
Her clinical specialties include trauma and PTSD, women’s issues, and grief.
Lizabeth Bedard, LCSW, supports adults across Maine in navigating life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or adjusting to major life transitions, she helps clients develop tools for resilience and lasting emotional health. Through individual, family, and group therapy, she creates a safe and affirming space for healing, growth, and self-discovery. Lizabeth brings over two decades of clinical experience to her work, with a particular passion for supporting individuals facing midlife and later life transitions.Lizabeth Bedard, LCSW, supports adult
Rebekah Hadiaris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Whether you are a Sandwich Generation caregiver balancing the needs of aging parents and children, or an older adult caregiver supporting a spouse or peer, the emotional weight can be immense. You may feel a relentless pressure to 'do it all,' leading to chronic burnout, guilt, and isolation.
I provide a supportive space to help you navigate these complex roles. Together, we will work on setting healthy boundaries, managing caregiver stress, and developing practical self-care that fits your life. You don’t have to carry this load alone.
Whether you are a Sandwich Generation caregiver balancing the needs of aging parents and children, or an older adult caregiver supporting a spouse or peer, the emotional weight can be immense. You may feel a relentless pressure to 'do it all,' leading to chronic burnout, guilt, and isolation.
I provide a supportive space to help you navigate these complex roles. Together, we will work on setting healthy boundaries, managing caregiver stress, and developing practical self-care that fits your life. You don’t have to carry this load alone.
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I work with clients navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, and the strain of daily stress.
Life can feel really heavy at times. We can feel pulled in so many directions: by the people who rely on us, the expectations we place on ourselves, and the responsibilities that come with school, work, family, and simply being human. It’s easy to slip into survival mode and push our own needs to the side. Therapy can be a place to set all of that down for a moment, breathe, and sort through what’s going on inside. Sometimes having someone walk beside you through those ups and downs can make all the difference.
I work with clients navigating anxiety, grief, trauma, and the strain of daily stress.
Life can feel really heavy at times. We can feel pulled in so many directions: by the people who rely on us, the expectations we place on ourselves, and the responsibilities that come with school, work, family, and simply being human. It’s easy to slip into survival mode and push our own needs to the side. Therapy can be a place to set all of that down for a moment, breathe, and sort through what’s going on inside. Sometimes having someone walk beside you through those ups and downs can make all the difference.
Meghan Collier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, c-IAYT, RYT-500, Reiki 3
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialize in working with people experiencing grief & loss, trauma, and am passionate about working with postpartum parents, pregnant people, fertility issues, miscarriage and baby & child loss, NICU experiences, and abortion.
I have my Master of Social Work (MSW) and a BA in Theatre. I'm also a Yoga Therapist, Mindful Grieving Facilitator, and Reiki Master. I often use mindfulness and body-based practices in my work. I believe that the foundation of any healing work is a strong and trusting relationship, and the ability to feel safe in the vulnerability of the work.
I specialize in working with people experiencing grief & loss, trauma, and am passionate about working with postpartum parents, pregnant people, fertility issues, miscarriage and baby & child loss, NICU experiences, and abortion.
I have my Master of Social Work (MSW) and a BA in Theatre. I'm also a Yoga Therapist, Mindful Grieving Facilitator, and Reiki Master. I often use mindfulness and body-based practices in my work. I believe that the foundation of any healing work is a strong and trusting relationship, and the ability to feel safe in the vulnerability of the work.
I work with trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, loss and grief, relationship issues, anger management, and self-esteem to name a few.
My professional training and life experiences have prepared me well to help you work through blocks that keep you stuck. I use different approaches to counseling, depending your need, learning style, and what's comfortable for you These include EMDR, CBT skills, relational, mindfulness based, neuroscience,and emotion regulation.
I work with trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, loss and grief, relationship issues, anger management, and self-esteem to name a few.
My professional training and life experiences have prepared me well to help you work through blocks that keep you stuck. I use different approaches to counseling, depending your need, learning style, and what's comfortable for you These include EMDR, CBT skills, relational, mindfulness based, neuroscience,and emotion regulation.
Rosanna works with adults across the lifespan, from 18 to 98. She believes that meaningful therapy begins with a safe, trusting relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and respected. Her style is compassionate and supportive, while also thoughtfully encouraging growth when the time is right. She values collaboration and sees therapy as a partnership, working alongside individuals who are ready to make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. Her clinical experience includes supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, and substance use.Rosanna works with adults acro
Rosanna works with adults across the lifespan, from 18 to 98. She believes that meaningful therapy begins with a safe, trusting relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and respected. Her style is compassionate and supportive, while also thoughtfully encouraging growth when the time is right. She values collaboration and sees therapy as a partnership, working alongside individuals who are ready to make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. Her clinical experience includes supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, and substance use.Rosanna works with adults acro
Nicole O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101
Waitlist for new clients
In my practice I aim to meet you with care and compassion wherever you find yourself in life. Whether you are going through a major transition or carrying wounding from earlier in life, your experiences can impact how you connect with yourself and those around you. Together we will explore the best way to support you and address what may be getting in the way of deeper healing.
In my practice I aim to meet you with care and compassion wherever you find yourself in life. Whether you are going through a major transition or carrying wounding from earlier in life, your experiences can impact how you connect with yourself and those around you. Together we will explore the best way to support you and address what may be getting in the way of deeper healing.
I am a grief therapist that engages with adults and family members that have lost a loved one.
I have over 25 plus years of clinical experience as both a child and family therapist in community mental health settings and in private practice settings. My private practice has afforded me the opportunity to work with adults ranging in ages from eighteen to sixty-five plus within the past 11 years. Grief therapy has been the focus for the past 5 years.
I am a grief therapist that engages with adults and family members that have lost a loved one.
I have over 25 plus years of clinical experience as both a child and family therapist in community mental health settings and in private practice settings. My private practice has afforded me the opportunity to work with adults ranging in ages from eighteen to sixty-five plus within the past 11 years. Grief therapy has been the focus for the past 5 years.
I help individuals, caregivers, and couples facing illness-related stress, burnout, grief, role changes, communication strain, and emotional overwhelm.
Your relationship or marriage is being tested by serious illness, chronic conditions, or the demands of caregiving. You may feel exhausted from managing appointments, responsibilities, and emotional strain while trying to stay connected. Conversations can turn tense or shut down altogether, leaving one or both of you feeling unheard or alone. Intimacy may have shifted, roles may feel unbalanced, and resentment or guilt can quietly build. Even strong couples can feel lost at times—but beneath it all, you still want to feel close, understood, and on the same team again.
I help individuals, caregivers, and couples facing illness-related stress, burnout, grief, role changes, communication strain, and emotional overwhelm.
Your relationship or marriage is being tested by serious illness, chronic conditions, or the demands of caregiving. You may feel exhausted from managing appointments, responsibilities, and emotional strain while trying to stay connected. Conversations can turn tense or shut down altogether, leaving one or both of you feeling unheard or alone. Intimacy may have shifted, roles may feel unbalanced, and resentment or guilt can quietly build. Even strong couples can feel lost at times—but beneath it all, you still want to feel close, understood, and on the same team again.
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Grief Therapists
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.