Lesbian Therapists in Old Orchard Beach, ME
Understanding your experiences lays the foundation for setting clear, achievable goals.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Simmons College and have dedicated my career to helping clients create lasting, meaningful change.
In our work together, we’ll build on your strengths and tackle life’s challenges with compassion and strategy—developing a personalized plan that truly works for you.
Understanding your experiences lays the foundation for setting clear, achievable goals.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Simmons College and have dedicated my career to helping clients create lasting, meaningful change.
In our work together, we’ll build on your strengths and tackle life’s challenges with compassion and strategy—developing a personalized plan that truly works for you.
Are you an individual looking for a therapist who is forthright and sometimes funny? I am a welcoming and accepting person with whom no topic or feeling is taboo. My goal is to create a safe space for you to explore and change. My practice and my continuing education focus on topics that relate to intimate partner relationships and sexual expression. I work with folks from a variety of gender, sexual and consensual relationship identities, including: monogamy, polyamory, ENM, heterosexuality and LGBTQIA+.
Are you an individual looking for a therapist who is forthright and sometimes funny? I am a welcoming and accepting person with whom no topic or feeling is taboo. My goal is to create a safe space for you to explore and change. My practice and my continuing education focus on topics that relate to intimate partner relationships and sexual expression. I work with folks from a variety of gender, sexual and consensual relationship identities, including: monogamy, polyamory, ENM, heterosexuality and LGBTQIA+.
Counseling and Trauma Therapy Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
Please Note: Due to extended wait times, we have unfortunately had to close our waitlist for children under 15, couples and family counseling at this time. We are a mental health agency proudly serving MaineCare clients. Our therapists help individuals and families to lead lives they feel good about. Couples, families, adults, and children have all benefited from the work we do. We look forward to working with all MaineCare clients. We have offices in Portland and Biddeford (catt-associates.com/locations) to serve the local community, and offer Telehealth sessions as well.
Please Note: Due to extended wait times, we have unfortunately had to close our waitlist for children under 15, couples and family counseling at this time. We are a mental health agency proudly serving MaineCare clients. Our therapists help individuals and families to lead lives they feel good about. Couples, families, adults, and children have all benefited from the work we do. We look forward to working with all MaineCare clients. We have offices in Portland and Biddeford (catt-associates.com/locations) to serve the local community, and offer Telehealth sessions as well.
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For more than 20 years in Maine and Florida I’ve helped folks navigate trauma, neurodivergency, anxiety, depression, and grief in healthy, healing and productive ways. I bring an understanding of trauma, and how it can play out in negative ways in everyday life. I bring 25+ years of working with the LGBTQIA+ community helping folks celebrate who they are while at the same time acknowledging the stress and unique family factors this amazing community deals with on a daily basis. Having run a grief group for over 10 years, I have a deep understanding of loss and the individuality of each person's journey.
For more than 20 years in Maine and Florida I’ve helped folks navigate trauma, neurodivergency, anxiety, depression, and grief in healthy, healing and productive ways. I bring an understanding of trauma, and how it can play out in negative ways in everyday life. I bring 25+ years of working with the LGBTQIA+ community helping folks celebrate who they are while at the same time acknowledging the stress and unique family factors this amazing community deals with on a daily basis. Having run a grief group for over 10 years, I have a deep understanding of loss and the individuality of each person's journey.
Current Openings as of 6/4/26: M 12:30, 1:30, 2:30; Tu 2:00; Th 12:30. You will receive a quicker response if you send an email rather than leaving a voicemail. I provide counseling for individuals and couples. We will focus on problem-solving through improved communication and conflict resolution as well as goal setting through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness skills and traditional talk therapy. I will tailor your treatment to your specific needs. I look forward to hearing from you! Licensed in RI, MA, VT and ME.
Current Openings as of 6/4/26: M 12:30, 1:30, 2:30; Tu 2:00; Th 12:30. You will receive a quicker response if you send an email rather than leaving a voicemail. I provide counseling for individuals and couples. We will focus on problem-solving through improved communication and conflict resolution as well as goal setting through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness skills and traditional talk therapy. I will tailor your treatment to your specific needs. I look forward to hearing from you! Licensed in RI, MA, VT and ME.
Michelle Darby-O'Bar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LICSW, CCTP-2, BC-TMH
Online Only
You’ve been holding it together for everyone else—and now it’s your turn. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, gender identity, and the ache of trying to stay “functional” when your insides are screaming. I proudly serve the LGBTQ+ community, including gender-affirming care and letters for surgery. Many of my clients are queer, sensitive, justice-minded folks seeking a space to be fully seen and supported. If that’s you, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
You’ve been holding it together for everyone else—and now it’s your turn. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, gender identity, and the ache of trying to stay “functional” when your insides are screaming. I proudly serve the LGBTQ+ community, including gender-affirming care and letters for surgery. Many of my clients are queer, sensitive, justice-minded folks seeking a space to be fully seen and supported. If that’s you, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken.
Immediate openings available.
I am a licensed Counseling Psychologist (PsyPact Licensed for telehealth in 42 states; and Ohio: in person and telehealth) who has been in private practice since 2012. I work primarily with college students as well as individuals in late adolescence and adulthood. Therapy with me is aimed at helping you discover, understand, and strengthen understanding and skills for managing life's stressors and living your most authentic life. My goal is to understand you and your world as best as I can from your perspective so that I can be as helpful to you as possible in making meaningful changes in your life.
Immediate openings available.
I am a licensed Counseling Psychologist (PsyPact Licensed for telehealth in 42 states; and Ohio: in person and telehealth) who has been in private practice since 2012. I work primarily with college students as well as individuals in late adolescence and adulthood. Therapy with me is aimed at helping you discover, understand, and strengthen understanding and skills for managing life's stressors and living your most authentic life. My goal is to understand you and your world as best as I can from your perspective so that I can be as helpful to you as possible in making meaningful changes in your life.
Hi, I’m Kelly Singleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15+ years of experience. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. Some are navigating the complexities of neurodiversity or anxiety; others are juggling relationships, work, or major life changes. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and make changes in a way that feels real and sustainable. You don’t need to have everything figured out- just a willingness to show up and explore what’s possible together!
Hi, I’m Kelly Singleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15+ years of experience. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. Some are navigating the complexities of neurodiversity or anxiety; others are juggling relationships, work, or major life changes. My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself and make changes in a way that feels real and sustainable. You don’t need to have everything figured out- just a willingness to show up and explore what’s possible together!
Openings for couples and individuals. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide solution focused couples counseling to clients who are struggling with relationship issues, life transitions, and finding meaning and fulfillment in their lives. Whether you are needing short or long-term therapy, my goal is to help you develop ways to take care of yourself and your relationships. If you are wanting to make progress in couples therapy and feel some immediate relief, I provide weekly or biweekly 75 minute sessions to help move through whatever issues you may be struggling with.
Openings for couples and individuals. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide solution focused couples counseling to clients who are struggling with relationship issues, life transitions, and finding meaning and fulfillment in their lives. Whether you are needing short or long-term therapy, my goal is to help you develop ways to take care of yourself and your relationships. If you are wanting to make progress in couples therapy and feel some immediate relief, I provide weekly or biweekly 75 minute sessions to help move through whatever issues you may be struggling with.
My therapeutic style is warm, grounded and direct, and I have a particular focus on work with shame, despair, and existential dread. I work to co-create a therapeutic space for speaking freely to address intense, painful, or confusing feelings without judgement. Connecting in the present moment opens the possibility of awareness and relief in the present moment while also addressing underlying dynamics. I specialize in working with artists, LGBTQ+ people, organizers and activists, people who have experienced trauma, and people pushed to the margins of society.
My therapeutic style is warm, grounded and direct, and I have a particular focus on work with shame, despair, and existential dread. I work to co-create a therapeutic space for speaking freely to address intense, painful, or confusing feelings without judgement. Connecting in the present moment opens the possibility of awareness and relief in the present moment while also addressing underlying dynamics. I specialize in working with artists, LGBTQ+ people, organizers and activists, people who have experienced trauma, and people pushed to the margins of society.
Kate Alison Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My practice is rooted in the belief that all people possess immense strength, resilience, and power. I am a strengths-based and person-centered clinician and believe that we are all capable of growth and healing, especially when connected with others who are validating, empathetic, and maintain healthy boundaries and communication styles. I am grateful to have experience working with people of all ages healing from trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and grief.
My practice is rooted in the belief that all people possess immense strength, resilience, and power. I am a strengths-based and person-centered clinician and believe that we are all capable of growth and healing, especially when connected with others who are validating, empathetic, and maintain healthy boundaries and communication styles. I am grateful to have experience working with people of all ages healing from trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and grief.
Struggling to find a therapist who gets it?! I have a passion for working with Creatives, Queers, Misfits, and those deemed “Too Much” or “Overly Sensitive”. Feeling stuck, lost, teary, distant, numb, cranky, sad, or stressed?! Self-discovery and change is possible when one has the opportunity to feel connected with their therapist and both commit to the process. I am committed to a safe space, free of judgement, and familiar with all the ways the experience of difference can take a toll in one’s life. Providing Telehealth state-wide in California and Maine.
Struggling to find a therapist who gets it?! I have a passion for working with Creatives, Queers, Misfits, and those deemed “Too Much” or “Overly Sensitive”. Feeling stuck, lost, teary, distant, numb, cranky, sad, or stressed?! Self-discovery and change is possible when one has the opportunity to feel connected with their therapist and both commit to the process. I am committed to a safe space, free of judgement, and familiar with all the ways the experience of difference can take a toll in one’s life. Providing Telehealth state-wide in California and Maine.
The world is heavy right now. Whether you are navigating global exhaustion, complex trauma, or a lost sense of self, you deserve an active partner in your healing. My practice is a space for direct connection and honest reflection. I respect your ability to heal and believe that meaningful change is rooted in the quiet work of rediscovering who you are. I provide a warm, receptive environment where clinical experience meets a deeply human exchange, meeting you exactly where you are with both compassion and genuine presence. Healing isn’t about "fixing" you; it’s about gaining the confidence to live as your most integrated self.
The world is heavy right now. Whether you are navigating global exhaustion, complex trauma, or a lost sense of self, you deserve an active partner in your healing. My practice is a space for direct connection and honest reflection. I respect your ability to heal and believe that meaningful change is rooted in the quiet work of rediscovering who you are. I provide a warm, receptive environment where clinical experience meets a deeply human exchange, meeting you exactly where you are with both compassion and genuine presence. Healing isn’t about "fixing" you; it’s about gaining the confidence to live as your most integrated self.
Do you find yourself struggling with life transitions, changes, anxiety, burnout, feeling stuck? Have you been told you are an Empath or HSP and/or are you part of the LGBTQ+ or Queer community? I offer a safe and authentic space to align with you and support your individual growth. I use more of a “coaching” style and help support others with finding their authentic selves through tapping into their intuition and own unique wisdom. We all go through times when we need extra support. Starting therapy can be a first step to to healing and creating the life you want! I want you to get back to your higher self and life purpose.
Do you find yourself struggling with life transitions, changes, anxiety, burnout, feeling stuck? Have you been told you are an Empath or HSP and/or are you part of the LGBTQ+ or Queer community? I offer a safe and authentic space to align with you and support your individual growth. I use more of a “coaching” style and help support others with finding their authentic selves through tapping into their intuition and own unique wisdom. We all go through times when we need extra support. Starting therapy can be a first step to to healing and creating the life you want! I want you to get back to your higher self and life purpose.
You are a woman who wants to feel like you have your feet underneath you, but deep down you are struggling with constantly feeling on edge or disconnected from life. You may have had a life changing event or several events that are weighing heavily on you. You may be fed up trying to survive the day to day. While you might not remember a time when things didn’t feel this way, one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to release the things weighing you down. You’re ready to have a better sense of control over your life. Most of all, you’re ready to transform into the best version of yourself.
You are a woman who wants to feel like you have your feet underneath you, but deep down you are struggling with constantly feeling on edge or disconnected from life. You may have had a life changing event or several events that are weighing heavily on you. You may be fed up trying to survive the day to day. While you might not remember a time when things didn’t feel this way, one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to release the things weighing you down. You’re ready to have a better sense of control over your life. Most of all, you’re ready to transform into the best version of yourself.
Current Openings for LCPC-c and LCSW-c supervision.
Are you wanting to find some joy in your life, despite the stress of family, relationships, work and/ or parenting? I help adolescents and adults that have experienced trauma and find it impacting their current relationships. I can help you identify the negative and limiting core beliefs that are holding you back from living a life that feels content and meaningful.
Current Openings for LCPC-c and LCSW-c supervision.
Are you wanting to find some joy in your life, despite the stress of family, relationships, work and/ or parenting? I help adolescents and adults that have experienced trauma and find it impacting their current relationships. I can help you identify the negative and limiting core beliefs that are holding you back from living a life that feels content and meaningful.
So many of us have been cut off from our bodies, creativity, and exploring or expressing our authentic selves. I’m passionate about helping you revive those connections so you can live more of the life you want. Doing that often isn’t easy, but it can be so worth it, and you deserve access to your full aliveness. My goal is to create a space where you can explore your diverse experiences and fully welcome all aspects of your multifaceted self. Whether you're looking to feel more connected and resourced, heal from trauma, shift patterns, or reclaim your voice, creativity, or agency, I'd love to support you.
So many of us have been cut off from our bodies, creativity, and exploring or expressing our authentic selves. I’m passionate about helping you revive those connections so you can live more of the life you want. Doing that often isn’t easy, but it can be so worth it, and you deserve access to your full aliveness. My goal is to create a space where you can explore your diverse experiences and fully welcome all aspects of your multifaceted self. Whether you're looking to feel more connected and resourced, heal from trauma, shift patterns, or reclaim your voice, creativity, or agency, I'd love to support you.
It takes real courage to seek support for your mental and emotional well-being. You may be exploring your LGBTQ+ experience, navigating gender identity, facing life transitions, or healing from past trauma. Perhaps anxiety, relationship challenges, or societal pressures feel overwhelming. My goal is to provide an affirming space where you feel seen and valued. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, build on your strengths, and move toward healing with warmth, humor, and compassion. I
work with individuals ages 16 and up, both in-person and via telehealth.
It takes real courage to seek support for your mental and emotional well-being. You may be exploring your LGBTQ+ experience, navigating gender identity, facing life transitions, or healing from past trauma. Perhaps anxiety, relationship challenges, or societal pressures feel overwhelming. My goal is to provide an affirming space where you feel seen and valued. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, build on your strengths, and move toward healing with warmth, humor, and compassion. I
work with individuals ages 16 and up, both in-person and via telehealth.
Feeling stuck? On the surface, it might look like you’ve got everything under control—but inside, you may be juggling anxiety, self-doubt, or fatigue. Work, relationships, and daily pressures can leave you drained, caught in loops of overthinking, burnout, or people-pleasing. And beneath all of that, there may be a quiet longing to feel more grounded, more authentic, and more connected to yourself. In our work together, we’ll slow things down and make space for what’s really going on. We’ll gently uncover the patterns that keep you feeling weighed down, and begin building new pathways toward clarity.
Feeling stuck? On the surface, it might look like you’ve got everything under control—but inside, you may be juggling anxiety, self-doubt, or fatigue. Work, relationships, and daily pressures can leave you drained, caught in loops of overthinking, burnout, or people-pleasing. And beneath all of that, there may be a quiet longing to feel more grounded, more authentic, and more connected to yourself. In our work together, we’ll slow things down and make space for what’s really going on. We’ll gently uncover the patterns that keep you feeling weighed down, and begin building new pathways toward clarity.
I am a relational, trauma-informed therapist who prioritizes meaningful, authentic connection as the foundation for healing and growth. I believe our relationships, with ourselves and others, shape how we experience the world, and therapy can be a powerful space to reconnect, heal, and move forward. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, athletes and performers, and young adults and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity development, people-pleasing, life transitions, and performance-related challenges. I hold my LMHC, LCPC, and CMPC, allowing me to integrate mental health therapy with performance psychology.
I am a relational, trauma-informed therapist who prioritizes meaningful, authentic connection as the foundation for healing and growth. I believe our relationships, with ourselves and others, shape how we experience the world, and therapy can be a powerful space to reconnect, heal, and move forward. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, athletes and performers, and young adults and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity development, people-pleasing, life transitions, and performance-related challenges. I hold my LMHC, LCPC, and CMPC, allowing me to integrate mental health therapy with performance psychology.
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Lesbian Therapists
What is lesbian-affirming therapy?
Lesbian-affirming therapy is a type of mental health support that fully affirms and reflects a client's lesbian identity. It is rooted in acceptance and does not attempt to change or question an individual's sexual orientation. In this type of therapy, clients work with a therapist who understands the unique experiences of lesbian women. This support is especially important, as research shows that lesbian individuals face higher rates of anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges compared to heterosexual populations. Lesbian-affirming therapy acknowledges that lesbian individuals may encounter specific stressors—such as coming out challenges, family rejection, workplace discrimination, and minority stress—that require specialized understanding and intervention. Lesbian-affirming therapists often work with clients across all age groups, from adolescents navigating their emerging identity to adults and older individuals addressing life transitions and relationship concerns. Many therapists also provide couples therapy for lesbian partners, helping them navigate relationship dynamics, communication challenges, or external stressors that may impact their relationship. It is important to note that therapists provide talk therapy and counseling services but do not prescribe medication—if medication is needed for conditions like depression or anxiety, they will coordinate care with a psychiatrist or primary care physician who can provide psychiatric medication management alongside therapeutic support.
Why should I see a lesbian therapist?
Some clients prefer to work with lesbian therapists who may bring personal lived experience to the therapeutic relationship. Choosing to work with a lesbian therapist can offer a deeper sense of connection, comfort, and shared understanding. A therapist who identifies as lesbian may require clients to give less background explanation—whether it’s about navigating romantic relationships, feeling unseen in certain spaces, or processing the impact of past relationship challenges. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. However, a non-lesbian therapist with strong training and a sincere commitment to LGBTQ+ affirmation can be equally effective. The most important factor is finding a therapist who respects your identity and fosters trust, safety, and understanding. Additionally, many lesbian-affirming therapists can connect clients to other providers or community-based resources—such as bisexual support groups or LGBTQ+ organizations—that offer additional affirming spaces for connection.
How do I find a lesbian therapist?
The Psychology Today online directory is a helpful tool for finding lesbian-affirming therapists. You can use search filters to identify therapists who specialize in LGBTQ+ care and work specifically with bisexual clients. You can also filter by clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, accepted insurance, session costs, and languages spoken to find the right fit. Look for profiles where therapists explicitly mention working with lesbian clients, or where they describe their approach as identity-affirming, inclusive, or trauma-informed. Many providers will also list their own identities, which may help you find someone with shared lived experience if that is important to you. You can also look for credentials or continuing education in areas such as LGBTQ+ mental health, trauma-informed care, and intersectionality.