Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Portland, ME
Thornapple Therapy and Consulting LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Carrie (she/they) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in Kink, ethical non-monogamy, and gender diversity.
Check out www.thornappletherapy.clientsecure.me for more information and to set up a free 20 minute consultation.
Carrie (she/they) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in Kink, ethical non-monogamy, and gender diversity.
Check out www.thornappletherapy.clientsecure.me for more information and to set up a free 20 minute consultation.
I work with couples, individuals, and families navigating anxiety, OCD, heartbreak, shame, trauma, relationship issues, belonging, and self-worth.
Together we’ll slow down, make sense of what you’re feeling, and look for ways forward toward a more grounded and empowered way of being in an uncertain world.
My work is oriented toward emotional freedom and acceptance, exploring personal and systemic/generational patterns with creativity and honesty, and building courageous and aligned relationships.
I bring my whole self to this work, with collaboration, humor, and reverence for the human experience.
I work with couples, individuals, and families navigating anxiety, OCD, heartbreak, shame, trauma, relationship issues, belonging, and self-worth.
Together we’ll slow down, make sense of what you’re feeling, and look for ways forward toward a more grounded and empowered way of being in an uncertain world.
My work is oriented toward emotional freedom and acceptance, exploring personal and systemic/generational patterns with creativity and honesty, and building courageous and aligned relationships.
I bring my whole self to this work, with collaboration, humor, and reverence for the human experience.
Mica Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-cc, CADC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals who have lived through interpersonal trauma, including experiences of physical harm, sexual violence, emotional abuse, or exploitation. My approach is trauma-informed and centered on safety, choice, and empowerment. I support clients in reconnecting with a sense of self and stability through somatic awareness, mindfulness, community connection, and strengths-based work. As a therapist, I value authenticity, transparency, collaboration, and a non-judgmental space. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you as you explore healing, meaning, and what well-being looks like.
I work with individuals who have lived through interpersonal trauma, including experiences of physical harm, sexual violence, emotional abuse, or exploitation. My approach is trauma-informed and centered on safety, choice, and empowerment. I support clients in reconnecting with a sense of self and stability through somatic awareness, mindfulness, community connection, and strengths-based work. As a therapist, I value authenticity, transparency, collaboration, and a non-judgmental space. I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you as you explore healing, meaning, and what well-being looks like.
Dr. Sarah Durant
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LMHC, NCC, ACS
4 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101
Have you found yourself running into the same patterns over and over in relationships or in life? Perhaps therapy can help you to understand the root of these problems and make some meaningful changes. As a therapist, I provide a safe and compassionate environment where you can feel understood and supported, while offering current research-based treatment and psychoeducation related to your current goals for therapy. For more information about my practice and background, please see my website and send a message here or by email to contact me.
Have you found yourself running into the same patterns over and over in relationships or in life? Perhaps therapy can help you to understand the root of these problems and make some meaningful changes. As a therapist, I provide a safe and compassionate environment where you can feel understood and supported, while offering current research-based treatment and psychoeducation related to your current goals for therapy. For more information about my practice and background, please see my website and send a message here or by email to contact me.
Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns, choosing partners, spouses, and friends that yield the same results? Do you find yourself feeling "childlike" in circumstances in your life and wonder "what is this all about?" I'd like to help you. I can help you learn to take responsibility for your life and learn to "grow yourself back up."
Do you find yourself repeating the same patterns, choosing partners, spouses, and friends that yield the same results? Do you find yourself feeling "childlike" in circumstances in your life and wonder "what is this all about?" I'd like to help you. I can help you learn to take responsibility for your life and learn to "grow yourself back up."
Hello and welcome! I'm Mary (she/they) and I offer counseling from a liberation perspective. Within my humanistic counseling modality, I'm happy to tailor sessions to your personality, situation, and needs. I take a collaborative approach focused on client empowerment, which means that you sit in the driver’s seat of your counseling experience; you are the expert in your life and it is likely that I have resources, strategies, and insight to offer from the passenger seat that will help you find the healing and growth that you deserve. We will aim to use therapeutic interventions that are accessible and supportive for you.
Hello and welcome! I'm Mary (she/they) and I offer counseling from a liberation perspective. Within my humanistic counseling modality, I'm happy to tailor sessions to your personality, situation, and needs. I take a collaborative approach focused on client empowerment, which means that you sit in the driver’s seat of your counseling experience; you are the expert in your life and it is likely that I have resources, strategies, and insight to offer from the passenger seat that will help you find the healing and growth that you deserve. We will aim to use therapeutic interventions that are accessible and supportive for you.
Everyone experiences the usual ups & downs that life throws at you. Sometimes, these moments in our lives become more than we can handle alone. Do you find yourself overwhelmed and not knowing when it's okay to ask for help? It’s not easy, but it can be the first step toward healthier functioning, improved relationships, & personal growth. Together, in a safe & supportive environment, we can uncover destructive patterns, identify strengths, & develop healthier ways of coping. Let me help guide you on your journey to find peace, strength, healing, & to become the best version of yourself.
Everyone experiences the usual ups & downs that life throws at you. Sometimes, these moments in our lives become more than we can handle alone. Do you find yourself overwhelmed and not knowing when it's okay to ask for help? It’s not easy, but it can be the first step toward healthier functioning, improved relationships, & personal growth. Together, in a safe & supportive environment, we can uncover destructive patterns, identify strengths, & develop healthier ways of coping. Let me help guide you on your journey to find peace, strength, healing, & to become the best version of yourself.
I have specialized experience working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, stress, and substance use disorders. I prioritize creating a safe and welcoming environment where clients can feel seen, heard, and validated in their identities. I am also committed to providing LGBTQ+ affirming and gender-affirming therapy, as I recognize the unique challenges that members of these communities face in seeking mental health care. I work to create a collaborative, culturally responsive space where clients can explore and navigate the intersection of their cultural identity and mental health concerns.
I have specialized experience working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, stress, and substance use disorders. I prioritize creating a safe and welcoming environment where clients can feel seen, heard, and validated in their identities. I am also committed to providing LGBTQ+ affirming and gender-affirming therapy, as I recognize the unique challenges that members of these communities face in seeking mental health care. I work to create a collaborative, culturally responsive space where clients can explore and navigate the intersection of their cultural identity and mental health concerns.
In our work together, all of you is welcome. My intention to accompany you in your process of healing, understanding, and integrating your whole self - which may include parts that you’ve adapted to reject or disconnect from. My work is relational, experiential, and feminist. I use techniques from psychodynamic and emotion-focused therapies, mindfulness, and trauma-informed somatic modalities, and also offer EMRD therapy to address the root causes of trauma symptoms when appropriate. We'll collaboratively hold whatever comes up, even when those multiplicities seem to contradict each other, gently making space for all that's there.
In our work together, all of you is welcome. My intention to accompany you in your process of healing, understanding, and integrating your whole self - which may include parts that you’ve adapted to reject or disconnect from. My work is relational, experiential, and feminist. I use techniques from psychodynamic and emotion-focused therapies, mindfulness, and trauma-informed somatic modalities, and also offer EMRD therapy to address the root causes of trauma symptoms when appropriate. We'll collaboratively hold whatever comes up, even when those multiplicities seem to contradict each other, gently making space for all that's there.
Welcome! Our process is collaborative, trauma-informed, and affirming, and we'll do more than just talk about your week! With an approach rooted in the mind-body model, our sessions will address your current concerns, explore vulnerabilities from your past, and connect you with your personal values and goals. Your treatment is thoughtfully tailored to meet your individual needs. We will integrate psychodynamic therapy, for cultivating deeper self-understanding, with behavioral and emotion-focused strategies to improve motivation and coping, regulating your nervous system, and experiencing symptom relief.
Welcome! Our process is collaborative, trauma-informed, and affirming, and we'll do more than just talk about your week! With an approach rooted in the mind-body model, our sessions will address your current concerns, explore vulnerabilities from your past, and connect you with your personal values and goals. Your treatment is thoughtfully tailored to meet your individual needs. We will integrate psychodynamic therapy, for cultivating deeper self-understanding, with behavioral and emotion-focused strategies to improve motivation and coping, regulating your nervous system, and experiencing symptom relief.
Because no two people are the same, I strive to provide treatment that fits each person’s unique needs and goals. I hope to foster a partnership with each individual that respects their own problem-solving style, while providing additional tools to address unmet needs. I believe that everyone has strengths and challenges. Our work together can fortify those strengths while mitigating challenges to reduce stress and suffering in daily life.
Because no two people are the same, I strive to provide treatment that fits each person’s unique needs and goals. I hope to foster a partnership with each individual that respects their own problem-solving style, while providing additional tools to address unmet needs. I believe that everyone has strengths and challenges. Our work together can fortify those strengths while mitigating challenges to reduce stress and suffering in daily life.
Sometimes the state of our world can feel so scary and heartbreaking that we feel immobilized. Much of our potential is blocked by feeling overwhelmed by the day to day challenge of struggling to advocate for ourselves in our communities, the world, even in our own thoughts and beliefs! It is easy to feel anxious, alone and simultaneously at war with ourselves. I am passionate about helping you recognize and tap into your own capacities some of which may currently be dormant in order to support you to be more fully who you are.
Sometimes the state of our world can feel so scary and heartbreaking that we feel immobilized. Much of our potential is blocked by feeling overwhelmed by the day to day challenge of struggling to advocate for ourselves in our communities, the world, even in our own thoughts and beliefs! It is easy to feel anxious, alone and simultaneously at war with ourselves. I am passionate about helping you recognize and tap into your own capacities some of which may currently be dormant in order to support you to be more fully who you are.
Are you ready to ditch your anxiety? Sick of people pleasing? Finding yourself in a seemingly never-ending cycle of fight or flight, and it feels impossible to be your authentic self? If this sounds like you, you're not alone. I work primarily with adults who live with anxiety, trauma, and neurodivergence- helping to guide my clients to a place of acceptance, empowerment, and self-confidence. In our work together, I will introduce new coping skills (you deserve relief!), help to define your goals, and walk the journey alongside you.
Are you ready to ditch your anxiety? Sick of people pleasing? Finding yourself in a seemingly never-ending cycle of fight or flight, and it feels impossible to be your authentic self? If this sounds like you, you're not alone. I work primarily with adults who live with anxiety, trauma, and neurodivergence- helping to guide my clients to a place of acceptance, empowerment, and self-confidence. In our work together, I will introduce new coping skills (you deserve relief!), help to define your goals, and walk the journey alongside you.
Feeling hopeless, dissatisfied or stuck? Change is possible. We all experience life as difficult at times. I provide warm, non-judgemental therapeutic support to people of all walks of life. In therapy I will work with you to examine and develop various aspects of your life-- home, relationships, health, spirituality, creativity-- in order to gain insight, build self-esteem and uncover strengths for navigating life challenges.
Feeling hopeless, dissatisfied or stuck? Change is possible. We all experience life as difficult at times. I provide warm, non-judgemental therapeutic support to people of all walks of life. In therapy I will work with you to examine and develop various aspects of your life-- home, relationships, health, spirituality, creativity-- in order to gain insight, build self-esteem and uncover strengths for navigating life challenges.
It's a big step in reaching out for support. I am so glad you did. Some of us struggle to live day to day and have stopped dreaming. Why is dreaming left to others or childhood? If you are searching for more peace or to heal an invisible scar, you do not need to suffer or problem solve alone. I am a licensed clinical social worker whose passion for the past 30 years has been creating a safe space for the human experience that we all share. It has been my understanding that you may already have what you need and I have the privilege to be alongside you on that journey. Risks are scary but this may be a good one to take.
It's a big step in reaching out for support. I am so glad you did. Some of us struggle to live day to day and have stopped dreaming. Why is dreaming left to others or childhood? If you are searching for more peace or to heal an invisible scar, you do not need to suffer or problem solve alone. I am a licensed clinical social worker whose passion for the past 30 years has been creating a safe space for the human experience that we all share. It has been my understanding that you may already have what you need and I have the privilege to be alongside you on that journey. Risks are scary but this may be a good one to take.
If you are seeking a therapist who prioritizes the client relationship and creating a comfortable yet productive experience, I'd love to work together. I work with adolescents and adults who feel stuck. Whether it is because of trauma, difficult relationships, anxiety, burnout, or major life transitions, together we will work to gain clarity, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with confidence. I am down to earth, value lightness and humor, and truly find joy in my work.
I offer 30, 45, and 60 minute sessions monthly, biweekly, or weekly to allow flexibility and meet client needs.
If you are seeking a therapist who prioritizes the client relationship and creating a comfortable yet productive experience, I'd love to work together. I work with adolescents and adults who feel stuck. Whether it is because of trauma, difficult relationships, anxiety, burnout, or major life transitions, together we will work to gain clarity, reconnect with yourself, and move forward with confidence. I am down to earth, value lightness and humor, and truly find joy in my work.
I offer 30, 45, and 60 minute sessions monthly, biweekly, or weekly to allow flexibility and meet client needs.
Hi! I'm Molly. I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth and in person. Please reach out via phone or email for a free consult!
Hi! I'm Molly. I am currently accepting new clients for telehealth and in person. Please reach out via phone or email for a free consult!
The patterns that kept you safe don’t have to keep you stuck. I see therapy as a place for deep listening—to your body, your history, and the person you’re becoming. Rooted in somatic and identity-affirming care, I help clients discover who they are beyond survival patterns, shame, and expectation. We’ll notice where old stories live, where you feel stuck or disconnected, and where there’s space to grow into a fuller, more authentic you. I welcome LGBTQ+ folks, fat and body-diverse individuals, neurodivergent minds, and anyone exploring their identity, trauma, or belonging.
The patterns that kept you safe don’t have to keep you stuck. I see therapy as a place for deep listening—to your body, your history, and the person you’re becoming. Rooted in somatic and identity-affirming care, I help clients discover who they are beyond survival patterns, shame, and expectation. We’ll notice where old stories live, where you feel stuck or disconnected, and where there’s space to grow into a fuller, more authentic you. I welcome LGBTQ+ folks, fat and body-diverse individuals, neurodivergent minds, and anyone exploring their identity, trauma, or belonging.
Welcome! I'm licensed in ME & NY. I believe the work is to find our way back to what is already whole. My mission is to help you reshape your neural landscape and support a life of meaning and resilience. Additionally, my approach can be directive & challenge you to be courageous & confront yourself in order to unburden & heal. This can be intense work as we together invite the best version of yourself to step up & evolve, by befriending your nervous system and creating more effective patterns/beliefs & internal resources. I truly enjoy this work & bringing humor & levity to my sessions with individuals, families, couples & groups.
Welcome! I'm licensed in ME & NY. I believe the work is to find our way back to what is already whole. My mission is to help you reshape your neural landscape and support a life of meaning and resilience. Additionally, my approach can be directive & challenge you to be courageous & confront yourself in order to unburden & heal. This can be intense work as we together invite the best version of yourself to step up & evolve, by befriending your nervous system and creating more effective patterns/beliefs & internal resources. I truly enjoy this work & bringing humor & levity to my sessions with individuals, families, couples & groups.
If sex, intimacy, or your relationship feels painful, confusing, or disconnected, you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're struggling with compulsive sexual behavior, porn addiction, betrayal trauma, sexual trauma, shame, mismatched desire, or pain during sex, therapy can help. I provide evidence-based sex therapy for individuals and couples in a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can better understand yourself, heal old wounds, rebuild connection, and create a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and your partner.
If sex, intimacy, or your relationship feels painful, confusing, or disconnected, you don't have to navigate it alone. Whether you're struggling with compulsive sexual behavior, porn addiction, betrayal trauma, sexual trauma, shame, mismatched desire, or pain during sex, therapy can help. I provide evidence-based sex therapy for individuals and couples in a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can better understand yourself, heal old wounds, rebuild connection, and create a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and your partner.
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