Male Therapists in Portland, ME
I currently have a limited number of weekday telehealth openings available for adults in Maine and can usually get new clients scheduled quickly. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break.
Many of the people I work with are used to being the one others rely on, but lately feel exhausted, frustrated, or unsure how to move forward.
I currently have a limited number of weekday telehealth openings available for adults in Maine and can usually get new clients scheduled quickly. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break.
Many of the people I work with are used to being the one others rely on, but lately feel exhausted, frustrated, or unsure how to move forward.
I recognize there are times we can get focused on regrets of the past. Or we're consumed with the chaos of anticipating the future. We can be overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, or experiences of loss and grief...sometimes leading to isolation, being "stuck", or unhealthy relationships with substances, behaviors, or people. What drives me as a therapist is when I see a client taking action that makes their mind an ally, rather than a detractor, in their life.
I recognize there are times we can get focused on regrets of the past. Or we're consumed with the chaos of anticipating the future. We can be overwhelmed by anxiety, sadness, or experiences of loss and grief...sometimes leading to isolation, being "stuck", or unhealthy relationships with substances, behaviors, or people. What drives me as a therapist is when I see a client taking action that makes their mind an ally, rather than a detractor, in their life.
Zack Wilkins - SITS Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC-C
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101
Hello! My name is Zack and I work with couples and individuals who are in need of support. Couples I work with may be having a difficult time communicating, feeling loved or understood, feeling lonely, dealing with infidelity, or managing intense conflict. I also see individuals experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, numbness, difficulty sleeping, childhood wounds, grief, self-harm, thoughts of suicide, and PTSD. My clients feel stuck, trapped, or weighed down and are looking for relief from the conflict they face. Ultimately, they are in need of a happier and more fullfilling life experience.
Hello! My name is Zack and I work with couples and individuals who are in need of support. Couples I work with may be having a difficult time communicating, feeling loved or understood, feeling lonely, dealing with infidelity, or managing intense conflict. I also see individuals experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, numbness, difficulty sleeping, childhood wounds, grief, self-harm, thoughts of suicide, and PTSD. My clients feel stuck, trapped, or weighed down and are looking for relief from the conflict they face. Ultimately, they are in need of a happier and more fullfilling life experience.
You may feel weighed down by stress, trauma, grief, or the lingering effects of difficult life events. Challenged with anxiety or depression, navigating relationships, questions around identity, or simply the question of “what does it all mean?” Many of my clients describe feeling disconnected—from themselves, from others, or from the life they want to be living.
You may feel weighed down by stress, trauma, grief, or the lingering effects of difficult life events. Challenged with anxiety or depression, navigating relationships, questions around identity, or simply the question of “what does it all mean?” Many of my clients describe feeling disconnected—from themselves, from others, or from the life they want to be living.
I believe that the best therapy is done when your relationship with your therapist has a strong foundation and meaning.
My therapeutic style focuses on having an open mind, providing a non-judgmental experience, and meeting clients where they are in their current situations.
Our work together will be person-centered and strengths-based, filled with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment
It requires great strength to start such a journey. I am ready to be the support you need in order to create a better version of who you are today.
I believe that the best therapy is done when your relationship with your therapist has a strong foundation and meaning.
My therapeutic style focuses on having an open mind, providing a non-judgmental experience, and meeting clients where they are in their current situations.
Our work together will be person-centered and strengths-based, filled with compassion, empathy, and non-judgment
It requires great strength to start such a journey. I am ready to be the support you need in order to create a better version of who you are today.
James Gilooly is a postdoctoral fellow at LifeStance. He completed his PhD in clinical psychology with concentrations in neuropsychology and forensic psychology at Fielding Graduate University. His doctoral internship in health service psychology was completed at the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth Kansas. James earned his undergraduate degree in psychology and an MSW both from the University of Missouri. James has a background in the assessment of neurological disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and ADHD.James Gilooly is a postdoctoral fellow at LifeStance. He completed his PhD in clinical psychology with con
James Gilooly is a postdoctoral fellow at LifeStance. He completed his PhD in clinical psychology with concentrations in neuropsychology and forensic psychology at Fielding Graduate University. His doctoral internship in health service psychology was completed at the Dwight D. Eisenhower VA Medical Center in Leavenworth Kansas. James earned his undergraduate degree in psychology and an MSW both from the University of Missouri. James has a background in the assessment of neurological disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and ADHD.James Gilooly is a postdoctoral fellow at LifeStance. He completed his PhD in clinical psychology with con
As a therapist and social worker I work with people to better understand their place in the world around them and to develop a healthy relationship with themselves. I approach everyone as a whole person made up of all the experiences and identities they bring to the table. At the core of my practice is working with you to understand yourself and your relationship with the world better so you can write the story of your own life instead of having other people and your emotions write it for you. I work with kids 12 and above and with adults at any stage of their life.
As a therapist and social worker I work with people to better understand their place in the world around them and to develop a healthy relationship with themselves. I approach everyone as a whole person made up of all the experiences and identities they bring to the table. At the core of my practice is working with you to understand yourself and your relationship with the world better so you can write the story of your own life instead of having other people and your emotions write it for you. I work with kids 12 and above and with adults at any stage of their life.
I seek to help clients find a greater range of freedom, creativity, and sense of possibility in their lives. I prioritize creating a space in which you will feel safe and thoughtfully engaged. Through the unique therapeutic relationship we establish, we will work to better understand the patterns and contexts that underlie your feelings, behaviors, and symptoms. I have advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy from a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital. My therapeutic stance is gentle, accepting, and curious.
I seek to help clients find a greater range of freedom, creativity, and sense of possibility in their lives. I prioritize creating a space in which you will feel safe and thoughtfully engaged. Through the unique therapeutic relationship we establish, we will work to better understand the patterns and contexts that underlie your feelings, behaviors, and symptoms. I have advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy from a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital. My therapeutic stance is gentle, accepting, and curious.
I offer individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Please see my website for more details. Please note that I do not see couples.
I offer individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Please see my website for more details. Please note that I do not see couples.
Even the most productive of us struggle internally with feelings of anxiety and doubt, loneliness and despair. Our minds need healing. Our relationships could use attention and repair. Our role on this planet isn't to live without struggle, but through it, flawed and fierce, loving and humble. My role is to help individuals do this work: to live more deeply into their lives, through both the pain and their joy.
Even the most productive of us struggle internally with feelings of anxiety and doubt, loneliness and despair. Our minds need healing. Our relationships could use attention and repair. Our role on this planet isn't to live without struggle, but through it, flawed and fierce, loving and humble. My role is to help individuals do this work: to live more deeply into their lives, through both the pain and their joy.
People often seek help when they are experiencing pain, fear, anxiety and/or a sense of hopelessness. Therapy is the process of figuring out how to address those challenges and develop the skills you need to move forward.
People often seek help when they are experiencing pain, fear, anxiety and/or a sense of hopelessness. Therapy is the process of figuring out how to address those challenges and develop the skills you need to move forward.
Hello, my name is John Thibodeau and I've been a counselor for 21 years. I meet clients where they are in life and provide a place where they can; let defenses down, express themselves freely, feel understood, reflect upon life experiences and patterns, process past and current trauma, develop practical tools and coping skills, and cultivate a life in which they feel more present and whole. I combine attentive listening and empathy with practical feedback and insights. And I warmly encourage clients to look at themselves and their lives with more curiosity and understanding, and less judgment.
Hello, my name is John Thibodeau and I've been a counselor for 21 years. I meet clients where they are in life and provide a place where they can; let defenses down, express themselves freely, feel understood, reflect upon life experiences and patterns, process past and current trauma, develop practical tools and coping skills, and cultivate a life in which they feel more present and whole. I combine attentive listening and empathy with practical feedback and insights. And I warmly encourage clients to look at themselves and their lives with more curiosity and understanding, and less judgment.
I prioritize fostering a trustful, purposeful and collaborative relationship between myself and each client. I enjoy discovering and centering what is most important in my clients lives while supporting them to build upon the inherent strength and wisdom they bring to life's challenges and opportunities. I believe each person deserves a process of change and healing appropriate to their unique life story.
I prioritize fostering a trustful, purposeful and collaborative relationship between myself and each client. I enjoy discovering and centering what is most important in my clients lives while supporting them to build upon the inherent strength and wisdom they bring to life's challenges and opportunities. I believe each person deserves a process of change and healing appropriate to their unique life story.
"The individual is like a garden to be tended, not a machine to be repaired". I practice Motivational Interviewing; this is a collaborative conversation to strengthen a person's own motivation for change. I hold a few principles that govern the work. First, I will focus on you being heard and believed, Second, be kind. Third, teach and demonstrate empathy and compassion and be helpful with your internal conflict... I practice being in the here and now with individual, couple and group work.
"The individual is like a garden to be tended, not a machine to be repaired". I practice Motivational Interviewing; this is a collaborative conversation to strengthen a person's own motivation for change. I hold a few principles that govern the work. First, I will focus on you being heard and believed, Second, be kind. Third, teach and demonstrate empathy and compassion and be helpful with your internal conflict... I practice being in the here and now with individual, couple and group work.
Anxiety, depression, insecurity, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, relationship challenges at work, school, or home, shame: these problems can be understood and often overcome through therapy. I provide Psychodynamic Psychotherapy to individuals and couples and help others gain insight into maladaptive patterns of thinking and acting through mutual inquiry and authentic engagement. I specialize in treating depression and anxiety. My style is direct and compassionate.
Anxiety, depression, insecurity, low self-esteem, intrusive thoughts, relationship challenges at work, school, or home, shame: these problems can be understood and often overcome through therapy. I provide Psychodynamic Psychotherapy to individuals and couples and help others gain insight into maladaptive patterns of thinking and acting through mutual inquiry and authentic engagement. I specialize in treating depression and anxiety. My style is direct and compassionate.
Current openings for both in person and telehealth sessions Sunday through Thursday. Countless young people have reported feeling like their trauma is their fault, that they feel guilty or shameful of having been victimized. If you're experiencing anger, shame, fear, guilt, anxiety, or depression related to an experience out of your control, we can work together to put you back in control of your life. Familial conflict or transitions interfering with your relationship with your teen? Lets work together to figure out how to meet everyone's needs and meet balance.
Current openings for both in person and telehealth sessions Sunday through Thursday. Countless young people have reported feeling like their trauma is their fault, that they feel guilty or shameful of having been victimized. If you're experiencing anger, shame, fear, guilt, anxiety, or depression related to an experience out of your control, we can work together to put you back in control of your life. Familial conflict or transitions interfering with your relationship with your teen? Lets work together to figure out how to meet everyone's needs and meet balance.
Pursuing therapy represents a desire to heal. Whether dealing with a new challenge or an old wound, my work with clients is focused on supporting the process of healing and learning to "let go" of the harmful patterns that get in the way of feeling satisfaction, peace, and fulfillment in our lives and relationships. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to create an environment in which you can pause, reflect, and feel supported in acknowledging the emotions that many of us learn to avoid, dismiss, and push down.
Pursuing therapy represents a desire to heal. Whether dealing with a new challenge or an old wound, my work with clients is focused on supporting the process of healing and learning to "let go" of the harmful patterns that get in the way of feeling satisfaction, peace, and fulfillment in our lives and relationships. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to create an environment in which you can pause, reflect, and feel supported in acknowledging the emotions that many of us learn to avoid, dismiss, and push down.
My clients often seek relief from anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance misuse, grief, or struggles adapting to major life changes. The therapeutic space we create together becomes a safe—if not always comfortable—place to explore what's worked before, what you'd like to change, and what that change can look like or mean for you. I am honored to work with you, and learn about your personal journey and goals. I have experience with a wide range of clients including military veterans and first responders, creative professionals, students, and the LGBTQ+ community.
My clients often seek relief from anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance misuse, grief, or struggles adapting to major life changes. The therapeutic space we create together becomes a safe—if not always comfortable—place to explore what's worked before, what you'd like to change, and what that change can look like or mean for you. I am honored to work with you, and learn about your personal journey and goals. I have experience with a wide range of clients including military veterans and first responders, creative professionals, students, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Mike DiFillipo holds a master’s degree in social work with a clinical concentration from Boston College. He has worked as an outpatient clinician, providing diagnostic assessment and both individual and group therapy, and in a primary care setting as a behavioral health consultant. He also previously held supervisory positions at community mental health agencies in Ohio and Maine.
Mike DiFillipo holds a master’s degree in social work with a clinical concentration from Boston College. He has worked as an outpatient clinician, providing diagnostic assessment and both individual and group therapy, and in a primary care setting as a behavioral health consultant. He also previously held supervisory positions at community mental health agencies in Ohio and Maine.
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety-related disorders, including panic attacks, social anxiety, and agoraphobia, with a strong focus on teens and adults. My training is extensive in evidence-based approaches such as ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and I-CBT (Inference-Based CBT). I also have deep experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including autism and ADHD. My approach is authentic, collaborative, and focused on meaningful, lasting outcomes.
I specialize in treating OCD and anxiety-related disorders, including panic attacks, social anxiety, and agoraphobia, with a strong focus on teens and adults. My training is extensive in evidence-based approaches such as ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and I-CBT (Inference-Based CBT). I also have deep experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including autism and ADHD. My approach is authentic, collaborative, and focused on meaningful, lasting outcomes.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.