Trauma Focused Therapists in Scarborough, ME
My counseling approach is grounded in a holistic view, rooted in empathy and understanding, where every aspect of a person’s life is considered and cared for.
One of my fundamental beliefs is that within each of us resides a core capacity to restore and renew ourselves.
I believe that the journey of healing starts with the understanding of how our brain and nervous system work, providing us the knowledge to decrease our anxiety, shame, and negative self talk.
By focusing on your inner healing, you can create a powerful foundation that positively transforms you.
My counseling approach is grounded in a holistic view, rooted in empathy and understanding, where every aspect of a person’s life is considered and cared for.
One of my fundamental beliefs is that within each of us resides a core capacity to restore and renew ourselves.
I believe that the journey of healing starts with the understanding of how our brain and nervous system work, providing us the knowledge to decrease our anxiety, shame, and negative self talk.
By focusing on your inner healing, you can create a powerful foundation that positively transforms you.
You deserve a space where your whole self is seen and supported. I work exclusively with women and LGBTQ+ clients, including those who are gender non-binary, trans, or simply exploring their identity. Whether you're navigating anxiety, career changes, burnout, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, I offer a space where you feel truly heard, validated, and empowered. I believe you're the expert on your own life, and I'm here to walk alongside you in a safe, compassionate, and affirming space. My goal is to help you become and love your most authentic self.
You deserve a space where your whole self is seen and supported. I work exclusively with women and LGBTQ+ clients, including those who are gender non-binary, trans, or simply exploring their identity. Whether you're navigating anxiety, career changes, burnout, trauma, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, I offer a space where you feel truly heard, validated, and empowered. I believe you're the expert on your own life, and I'm here to walk alongside you in a safe, compassionate, and affirming space. My goal is to help you become and love your most authentic self.
As a dually licensed therapist I specialize in both mental health therapy as well as substance abuse and affected other counseling. Although I am able to provide either form of treatment alone, it is often appropriate to combine the two as a treatment for those experiencing difficulties due to the co-occurrence of symptoms, whether they have the substance abuse issue themselves or are affected by a loved one's substance abuse.
As a dually licensed therapist I specialize in both mental health therapy as well as substance abuse and affected other counseling. Although I am able to provide either form of treatment alone, it is often appropriate to combine the two as a treatment for those experiencing difficulties due to the co-occurrence of symptoms, whether they have the substance abuse issue themselves or are affected by a loved one's substance abuse.
Laura is the owner of Coastal Counseling, LLC where she provides supportive counseling to adults, children, and families. She has extensive experience in both the outpatient setting and in the school environment treating ADHD, Anxiety, Depression/Mood Disorders, Divorce/Separation, Family Conflict, Grief and Loss, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Trauma.
Laura is the owner of Coastal Counseling, LLC where she provides supportive counseling to adults, children, and families. She has extensive experience in both the outpatient setting and in the school environment treating ADHD, Anxiety, Depression/Mood Disorders, Divorce/Separation, Family Conflict, Grief and Loss, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and Trauma.
Sometimes life brings emotions that feel too heavy to carry alone. Therapy offers a supportive, collaborative space to explore what’s most important to you. Together, we’ll hold your emotions and experiences with care as you move toward healing. I bring warmth, curiosity, and compassion to help clients navigate trauma, anxiety, and life transitions while finding new ways to feel grounded and supported.
Sometimes life brings emotions that feel too heavy to carry alone. Therapy offers a supportive, collaborative space to explore what’s most important to you. Together, we’ll hold your emotions and experiences with care as you move toward healing. I bring warmth, curiosity, and compassion to help clients navigate trauma, anxiety, and life transitions while finding new ways to feel grounded and supported.
Garret Mercier Psychotherapy and EMDR Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Scarborough, ME 04074
I believe therapy is most effective when there’s a genuine connection between the client and therapist. That’s why my first goal is always to build a strong, trusting relationship. From there, we’ll create a plan tailored to your needs and focused on the issues that matter most to you.
You’re always in control of your treatment and choose the challenges you want to work on. Clients and colleagues describe me as down-to-earth and easygoing. I’m fully certified in EMDR through the International Institute and often use it to treat PTSD and trauma-related symptoms.
I believe therapy is most effective when there’s a genuine connection between the client and therapist. That’s why my first goal is always to build a strong, trusting relationship. From there, we’ll create a plan tailored to your needs and focused on the issues that matter most to you.
You’re always in control of your treatment and choose the challenges you want to work on. Clients and colleagues describe me as down-to-earth and easygoing. I’m fully certified in EMDR through the International Institute and often use it to treat PTSD and trauma-related symptoms.
Do you want to alleviate emotional suffering and improve your mental well-being? Have your unhelpful thought patterns taken over your life? Gain control over your thoughts, emotions, and feelings and find more positive ways to deal with life's ups and downs. We are all especially challenged in these times it seems! Together we can work to challenge and change maladaptive thinking patterns that cause anxiety, depression and other emotional issues. It's never too late to create a happier, more peaceful life! Telehealth only. Mainecare clients or self pay ($95/hr)
Do you want to alleviate emotional suffering and improve your mental well-being? Have your unhelpful thought patterns taken over your life? Gain control over your thoughts, emotions, and feelings and find more positive ways to deal with life's ups and downs. We are all especially challenged in these times it seems! Together we can work to challenge and change maladaptive thinking patterns that cause anxiety, depression and other emotional issues. It's never too late to create a happier, more peaceful life! Telehealth only. Mainecare clients or self pay ($95/hr)
Welcome! Thank you for viewing my profile. I offer a therapeutic environment of professionalism, warmth, truth, consistency and I give homework! You and I will collaborate and develop a therapeutic plan designed just for you. I am available to guide you through situations including relationship problems, grief, personal or professional transitions including major life challenges, such as divorce, blending families and managing anxiety or depression. I have spent years assisting people in developing healthier lives. I also offer Christian counseling for those that wish to integrate their faith into the counseling process.
Welcome! Thank you for viewing my profile. I offer a therapeutic environment of professionalism, warmth, truth, consistency and I give homework! You and I will collaborate and develop a therapeutic plan designed just for you. I am available to guide you through situations including relationship problems, grief, personal or professional transitions including major life challenges, such as divorce, blending families and managing anxiety or depression. I have spent years assisting people in developing healthier lives. I also offer Christian counseling for those that wish to integrate their faith into the counseling process.
My clients are often navigating the challenges of a cancer diagnosis, living with chronic illness, caring for someone with a serious health condition, or grieving a loss. They’re looking for compassionate support and guidance as they face the stress and realities of their circumstances, as well as someone who can help them hold onto hope. Many are seeking a therapist who truly “gets it”—someone who understands the unique emotional landscape of these experiences and can offer new perspectives, validation, and support as they explore questions of identity and meaning in the midst of a new reality.
My clients are often navigating the challenges of a cancer diagnosis, living with chronic illness, caring for someone with a serious health condition, or grieving a loss. They’re looking for compassionate support and guidance as they face the stress and realities of their circumstances, as well as someone who can help them hold onto hope. Many are seeking a therapist who truly “gets it”—someone who understands the unique emotional landscape of these experiences and can offer new perspectives, validation, and support as they explore questions of identity and meaning in the midst of a new reality.
I specialize in working with adults navigating intimate partner violence, substance use, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, complex trauma, and issues related to LGBTQIA+ identities and gender exploration. If you've experienced trauma and notice a disconnect between your thoughts (head) and your emotions (heart), I have found EMDR to be incredibly helpful and have seen amazing growth, healing and change. I'm trained in DBT and currently accept clients with a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. I also work with clients who are healthcare workers, as well as individuals who are facing chronic or life limiting illnesses.
I specialize in working with adults navigating intimate partner violence, substance use, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, complex trauma, and issues related to LGBTQIA+ identities and gender exploration. If you've experienced trauma and notice a disconnect between your thoughts (head) and your emotions (heart), I have found EMDR to be incredibly helpful and have seen amazing growth, healing and change. I'm trained in DBT and currently accept clients with a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. I also work with clients who are healthcare workers, as well as individuals who are facing chronic or life limiting illnesses.
Often the hardships we meet in our external worlds move us to explore our internal selves: how we think, what our feelings mean to us, how we relate to others, and why we make the choices we do. I provide a deeply compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their relationships with important people in their lives, with the world around them, and with themselves. With you, the client, as the expert of your own experience and with the therapist as a skillful and caring helper, profound self-discovery and healing are possible.
Often the hardships we meet in our external worlds move us to explore our internal selves: how we think, what our feelings mean to us, how we relate to others, and why we make the choices we do. I provide a deeply compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their relationships with important people in their lives, with the world around them, and with themselves. With you, the client, as the expert of your own experience and with the therapist as a skillful and caring helper, profound self-discovery and healing are possible.
Hello and welcome to my profile! I believe that anyone can benefit from therapy. My goal is to create a safe and therapeutic environment for each of my clients. I like to use the first three sessions to get to know the client, establish trust and identify what it is they want to work on. Throughout treatment it is important to me that the client feels as though they are in control of their journey. I like to view myself as a guide for the client while they explore areas that need our attention.
Hello and welcome to my profile! I believe that anyone can benefit from therapy. My goal is to create a safe and therapeutic environment for each of my clients. I like to use the first three sessions to get to know the client, establish trust and identify what it is they want to work on. Throughout treatment it is important to me that the client feels as though they are in control of their journey. I like to view myself as a guide for the client while they explore areas that need our attention.
Everyone is subject to facing challenges in life, some more difficult than others. It's common to need extra support during these times, it can often bring us comfort, reassurance and clarity. Remembering that we are strong, resilient and that we hold our own solutions can be empowering and provide confidence. When faced with mental health related symptoms, addictions issues or family addiction issues, it's easy to become overwhelmed and forget what we need to do to take care of ourselves. Seeking therapy is a brave and decisive way to provide self care. We are often more kind to others than we are to ourselves, prioritize you.
Everyone is subject to facing challenges in life, some more difficult than others. It's common to need extra support during these times, it can often bring us comfort, reassurance and clarity. Remembering that we are strong, resilient and that we hold our own solutions can be empowering and provide confidence. When faced with mental health related symptoms, addictions issues or family addiction issues, it's easy to become overwhelmed and forget what we need to do to take care of ourselves. Seeking therapy is a brave and decisive way to provide self care. We are often more kind to others than we are to ourselves, prioritize you.
I believe that we all come to a place in our lives, maybe once, maybe at several points, where we need support to reach our goals. My focus is to work with you on identifying your obstacles, moving them aside and achieving a happier, healthier life. My hope is to provide a safe, nurturing space free of judgement, for you to process your thoughts and feelings. Whatever your reasons may be for seeking support, I want you to feel empowered to achieve your goals. I believe you are the expert and my job is to support, guide, and make recommendations, but ultimately this is your journey.
I believe that we all come to a place in our lives, maybe once, maybe at several points, where we need support to reach our goals. My focus is to work with you on identifying your obstacles, moving them aside and achieving a happier, healthier life. My hope is to provide a safe, nurturing space free of judgement, for you to process your thoughts and feelings. Whatever your reasons may be for seeking support, I want you to feel empowered to achieve your goals. I believe you are the expert and my job is to support, guide, and make recommendations, but ultimately this is your journey.
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, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed 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, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed 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.
We are a collaborative of providers with experience in providing counseling services to children, families, individuals, and couples. The mission of The Family Center of Maine is to encourage each individual in all areas of development and stages of life. We are committed to the wellness of individuals, children, families and our community through prevention, intervention, treatment and education.
We are a collaborative of providers with experience in providing counseling services to children, families, individuals, and couples. The mission of The Family Center of Maine is to encourage each individual in all areas of development and stages of life. We are committed to the wellness of individuals, children, families and our community through prevention, intervention, treatment and education.
Welcome. The "OLD NORMAL" is gone. The "NEW NORMAL" is what is. Let me help you to re-invent your NEW, NEW NORMAL. Life is a gift. Everyone is special in their own way. I assist individuals by helping them to realize what their positive attributes and potential abilities are within and assist obtaining their goals in life. I believe that It's not the lessons we are given in life that count. It's the way that we handle these challenges that are important. As a result, my clients receive tools of wellness to help them to live in optimal wellness. I am eclectic. Free phone consult to determine if I am a good fit to meet your needs.
Welcome. The "OLD NORMAL" is gone. The "NEW NORMAL" is what is. Let me help you to re-invent your NEW, NEW NORMAL. Life is a gift. Everyone is special in their own way. I assist individuals by helping them to realize what their positive attributes and potential abilities are within and assist obtaining their goals in life. I believe that It's not the lessons we are given in life that count. It's the way that we handle these challenges that are important. As a result, my clients receive tools of wellness to help them to live in optimal wellness. I am eclectic. Free phone consult to determine if I am a good fit to meet your needs.
Come as you are. You can expect empathy and a gentle approach from me. I tailor my therapeutic approach to you because your unique situation deserves a unique solution. I meet you where you’re at and explore your needs and wants with you to help you let go of what isn’t working. I believe in your ability to change and encourage exploration of your strengths. I bring warmth and authenticity to the therapeutic relationship and strive to create a non-judgmental, safe environment.
Come as you are. You can expect empathy and a gentle approach from me. I tailor my therapeutic approach to you because your unique situation deserves a unique solution. I meet you where you’re at and explore your needs and wants with you to help you let go of what isn’t working. I believe in your ability to change and encourage exploration of your strengths. I bring warmth and authenticity to the therapeutic relationship and strive to create a non-judgmental, safe environment.
A little about me (and not the cliche "I like hiking in my free time" information). I am a military spouse, mom of two littles, and a type C human. I like to think I'm a reader, but I've realized I mostly just like owning books. I'm an introvert, but value deep connection. I love dogs (I have 2), and will probably ask to see yours during the session.
A little about me (and not the cliche "I like hiking in my free time" information). I am a military spouse, mom of two littles, and a type C human. I like to think I'm a reader, but I've realized I mostly just like owning books. I'm an introvert, but value deep connection. I love dogs (I have 2), and will probably ask to see yours during the session.
Are you struggling with overwhelming anxiety and self criticism? Do you feel stuck in old patterns that no longer serve you? Maybe you long to be in better relationship with yourself and others. Do you yearn to be in the world with greater authenticity, ease, connection and clarity?
Are you struggling with overwhelming anxiety and self criticism? Do you feel stuck in old patterns that no longer serve you? Maybe you long to be in better relationship with yourself and others. Do you yearn to be in the world with greater authenticity, ease, connection and clarity?
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