Humanistic Therapists in South Portland, ME
Dr. Natasha Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
I am a skilled humanistic therapist who specializes in helping people heal from interpersonal and cultural trauma, grief, loss, life transitions (work/career, family, school, relationships, and identity), depression, and anxiety.
Hi my name is Dr. Natasha Wilson and I'm trained as both a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a cultural anthropologist (PhD) and I blend the skills I have gained in both these fields to work with individuals, couples and communities to realize their inherent strengths. I operate from a philosophy that people have the ability to recover and heal and the power to do so lies within them. My job is simply to facilitate the process. You are the answer! I specialize in online therapy and counseling services using HIPPA compliant video and tele-mental health technology. To schedule: www.thejourneyhome11.com
I am a skilled humanistic therapist who specializes in helping people heal from interpersonal and cultural trauma, grief, loss, life transitions (work/career, family, school, relationships, and identity), depression, and anxiety.
Hi my name is Dr. Natasha Wilson and I'm trained as both a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a cultural anthropologist (PhD) and I blend the skills I have gained in both these fields to work with individuals, couples and communities to realize their inherent strengths. I operate from a philosophy that people have the ability to recover and heal and the power to do so lies within them. My job is simply to facilitate the process. You are the answer! I specialize in online therapy and counseling services using HIPPA compliant video and tele-mental health technology. To schedule: www.thejourneyhome11.com
Thadius Hannington-Berube
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
During our sessions together, your personal story and journey will be honored and respected through a client-centered, humanistic approach.
Life can be complicated and difficult. I value understanding that you are a unique individual with a wide array of life experiences, both good and bad, that influence your mental health. Using this approach, I will tailor your counseling experience to meet your needs by utilizing techniques from a variety of evidence-based methods that best fit you and your circumstances. I've also been fully trained in using EMDR via telehealth, enabling you to get the same experience of an in-person session in the safety and security of your own environment.
During our sessions together, your personal story and journey will be honored and respected through a client-centered, humanistic approach.
Life can be complicated and difficult. I value understanding that you are a unique individual with a wide array of life experiences, both good and bad, that influence your mental health. Using this approach, I will tailor your counseling experience to meet your needs by utilizing techniques from a variety of evidence-based methods that best fit you and your circumstances. I've also been fully trained in using EMDR via telehealth, enabling you to get the same experience of an in-person session in the safety and security of your own environment.
Katie M McCoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have been a therapist for over 20 years. I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, eating disorders, relationship issues, and who struggle with Borderline Personality Disorder. I look forward to working with clients who are open to change and want to become aware of their thought patterns and learn techniques to move forward toward their goals.
I have been a therapist for over 20 years. I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, eating disorders, relationship issues, and who struggle with Borderline Personality Disorder. I look forward to working with clients who are open to change and want to become aware of their thought patterns and learn techniques to move forward toward their goals.
Healing Tide Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CCS
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
This is an agency with multiple clinicians, and we are accepting new clients at this time. If you are struggling with mental health or substance use, thank you for reaching out. Healing Tide Therapy draws from many backgrounds and theories. We can support you in many different ways, including managing mental health and substance use disorder symptoms, meeting DEEP requirements, battling urges and cravings, learning interpersonal effectiveness skills or finding your way when you are struggling to manage everyday life. Even if you just need an objective ear to listen, We can be a there.
This is an agency with multiple clinicians, and we are accepting new clients at this time. If you are struggling with mental health or substance use, thank you for reaching out. Healing Tide Therapy draws from many backgrounds and theories. We can support you in many different ways, including managing mental health and substance use disorder symptoms, meeting DEEP requirements, battling urges and cravings, learning interpersonal effectiveness skills or finding your way when you are struggling to manage everyday life. Even if you just need an objective ear to listen, We can be a there.
Katie Bloom, LCPC
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
With 20 year's experience, I have helped clients take a deeper, more insightful look at thought and behavioral patterns that hold them back from positive relationships, fulfilling careers, and a compassionate, worthy sense of self. Anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges are often the result of suppressing our authentic voice because of fear of rejection, abandonment, and self-loathing. We rediscover our genuine, original self by leaning into our fear of rejection, letting go of false beliefs about self and developing beliefs and new behaviors that are more empowering and in line with who we really are.
With 20 year's experience, I have helped clients take a deeper, more insightful look at thought and behavioral patterns that hold them back from positive relationships, fulfilling careers, and a compassionate, worthy sense of self. Anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges are often the result of suppressing our authentic voice because of fear of rejection, abandonment, and self-loathing. We rediscover our genuine, original self by leaning into our fear of rejection, letting go of false beliefs about self and developing beliefs and new behaviors that are more empowering and in line with who we really are.
Susan Elizabeth Shaw
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with offices in South Portland, Maine. I received a Masters Degree from Lesley University in Cambridge and have completed additional training in several fields including: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Dialectical Behavior Therapy; Suicide Prevention; Culturally Competent Care for Adolescents; Assessment and Treatment of Attachment, Trauma, and Addiction; The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Brain Development; and Clinical Management of Sleep Disorders. I have post-graduate training in filial therapy and play therapy. I welcome adults and adolescents.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with offices in South Portland, Maine. I received a Masters Degree from Lesley University in Cambridge and have completed additional training in several fields including: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy; Dialectical Behavior Therapy; Suicide Prevention; Culturally Competent Care for Adolescents; Assessment and Treatment of Attachment, Trauma, and Addiction; The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Brain Development; and Clinical Management of Sleep Disorders. I have post-graduate training in filial therapy and play therapy. I welcome adults and adolescents.
Kathryn Murray
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I maintain my own mindfulness meditation practice and teach mindfulness to clients who come to see me who wish to learn this. I am quite eclectic in my approach to helping others and will choose methods most likely to be of assistance to you.
I maintain my own mindfulness meditation practice and teach mindfulness to clients who come to see me who wish to learn this. I am quite eclectic in my approach to helping others and will choose methods most likely to be of assistance to you.
Yu-Tsz(Michelle) Cherng
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Are you unsatisfied with your relationship and feel disappointed in yourself? We all crave love and connection but sometimes lose touch with ourselves in the process. Maybe you feel discouraged, undeserving and alone. Do you prioritize the needs of others and feel that your own needs are compromised? Perhaps you feel stuck in your relationship but struggle to make changes. We get stuck in our heads trying to find a way out but end up resorting to old patterns that further burden us.
Are you unsatisfied with your relationship and feel disappointed in yourself? We all crave love and connection but sometimes lose touch with ourselves in the process. Maybe you feel discouraged, undeserving and alone. Do you prioritize the needs of others and feel that your own needs are compromised? Perhaps you feel stuck in your relationship but struggle to make changes. We get stuck in our heads trying to find a way out but end up resorting to old patterns that further burden us.
Jonathan Birnberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Clients have described me as 'very professional but also friendly, laid back and not intimidating.' I work very collaboratively with clients to set goals and find strategies which will be most helpful to them. Some clients prefer to focus more on addressing painful symptoms and circumstances (depression, anxiety, relationships or work difficulties) while others may want to focus more on personal growth. I am more than happy to help clients with either area or both simultaneously, as they often go hand in hand and serve to increase happiness and satisfaction in daily life.
Clients have described me as 'very professional but also friendly, laid back and not intimidating.' I work very collaboratively with clients to set goals and find strategies which will be most helpful to them. Some clients prefer to focus more on addressing painful symptoms and circumstances (depression, anxiety, relationships or work difficulties) while others may want to focus more on personal growth. I am more than happy to help clients with either area or both simultaneously, as they often go hand in hand and serve to increase happiness and satisfaction in daily life.
Playing Hands
Counselor, LMHC, MA-MSEd
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
As a Registered Play Therapist, my approach is child/person centered, gentle, individualized, comprehensive, PLAYful and non-judgmental.. I have had experience in working with children who are anxious, aggressive or withdrawn, children of divorce, children on the autism spectrum, ADD or ADHD. My experience as a special educator include working with children with neurological disorders affecting their motor, sensory, communication, social and cognitive domains. I work closely with families to provide guidance and support and to help develop strategies and techniques to deal positively with the presenting problems in the home or educational environments.
As a Registered Play Therapist, my approach is child/person centered, gentle, individualized, comprehensive, PLAYful and non-judgmental.. I have had experience in working with children who are anxious, aggressive or withdrawn, children of divorce, children on the autism spectrum, ADD or ADHD. My experience as a special educator include working with children with neurological disorders affecting their motor, sensory, communication, social and cognitive domains. I work closely with families to provide guidance and support and to help develop strategies and techniques to deal positively with the presenting problems in the home or educational environments.
Nicole Tourigny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-cc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106
I help teen girls, women, and mothers struggling with stress, anxiety, self-worth, and depression. My goal is to partner with you through whatever life throws your way. I build genuine connections with my clients to provide support with peer/relationship struggles, grief & loss, parenting/maternal mental health, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ issues, coping with disability, trauma, and more. My aim is to meet you where you are at, offering a safe and affirming space to explore, process, and grow.
I help teen girls, women, and mothers struggling with stress, anxiety, self-worth, and depression. My goal is to partner with you through whatever life throws your way. I build genuine connections with my clients to provide support with peer/relationship struggles, grief & loss, parenting/maternal mental health, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ issues, coping with disability, trauma, and more. My aim is to meet you where you are at, offering a safe and affirming space to explore, process, and grow.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
Reaching out for support during challenging times can be daunting and my approach is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you to create lasting and meaningful change in your life. As a relational and client-centered therapist, I believe that our relationships with those in our lives directly impact our worldview and experiences. I find that the client-therapist relationship is fundamental to a positive and successful therapy experience. I utilize a strengths-based approach as a foundation from which clients can grow and I also appreciate bringing humor into the therapy space.
Reaching out for support during challenging times can be daunting and my approach is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you to create lasting and meaningful change in your life. As a relational and client-centered therapist, I believe that our relationships with those in our lives directly impact our worldview and experiences. I find that the client-therapist relationship is fundamental to a positive and successful therapy experience. I utilize a strengths-based approach as a foundation from which clients can grow and I also appreciate bringing humor into the therapy space.
Kristen D Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
I often hear my clients tell me that they feel lost, sad, and hopeless. They are people from all different situations and are looking for meaning, connection, and help deciding what they want to do next. Life can be hard and scary, but by working together to understand trauma and what is impacting you, you will start to decide on solutions that feel good. You are taking the first step now, and you don't have to do this alone.
I often hear my clients tell me that they feel lost, sad, and hopeless. They are people from all different situations and are looking for meaning, connection, and help deciding what they want to do next. Life can be hard and scary, but by working together to understand trauma and what is impacting you, you will start to decide on solutions that feel good. You are taking the first step now, and you don't have to do this alone.
Luana Carroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP, CCTP, CGP, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Specializing in the treatment of Anxiety, historical Trauma/PTSD, and the grief that accompanies trauma by providing evidence-based techniques. EMDR Certified Therapist. Therapy can improve your quality of life, relationships, communication, self-talk/self-image, and safety in your body and mind. You may also discover strengths already within you that can help you with your healing. Please send an email or leave a voicemail message and receive a response within 24-hours.
Specializing in the treatment of Anxiety, historical Trauma/PTSD, and the grief that accompanies trauma by providing evidence-based techniques. EMDR Certified Therapist. Therapy can improve your quality of life, relationships, communication, self-talk/self-image, and safety in your body and mind. You may also discover strengths already within you that can help you with your healing. Please send an email or leave a voicemail message and receive a response within 24-hours.
Stephanie Mekal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106
I support women, mothers, and young adults through major life changes, depression, anxiety, stress and overwhelm. I build real relationships with the women I work with so we can collaborate on your personal and unique goals and find strategies that help. Do you find yourself stressed out and overwhelmed? Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself as you care for others? Women have many roles in their lives and even though we can love those roles, it can be a challenge to prioritize yourself and your own needs. I've worked closely with individuals and families through some tough times and bring that experience to my work with you.
I support women, mothers, and young adults through major life changes, depression, anxiety, stress and overwhelm. I build real relationships with the women I work with so we can collaborate on your personal and unique goals and find strategies that help. Do you find yourself stressed out and overwhelmed? Do you feel like you’ve lost yourself as you care for others? Women have many roles in their lives and even though we can love those roles, it can be a challenge to prioritize yourself and your own needs. I've worked closely with individuals and families through some tough times and bring that experience to my work with you.
Martha Hernandez
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Welcome to my practice! If you're reading this, maybe you've been having a rough time. Maybe you've been feeling anxious or depressed, beyond where that seems ok. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting that don't feel good or no longer "work." I believe that all of us can feel better and have more satisfying lives, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. I have been privileged to witness extraordinary healing and growth in many of my clients.
Welcome to my practice! If you're reading this, maybe you've been having a rough time. Maybe you've been feeling anxious or depressed, beyond where that seems ok. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting that don't feel good or no longer "work." I believe that all of us can feel better and have more satisfying lives, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. I have been privileged to witness extraordinary healing and growth in many of my clients.
Lindan Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTS, CADC
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
Hello! I welcome folks of all neurotypes and diversities, genders and sexual identities, beliefs, stories, and beginnings. I honor you as an individual, your experiences, and your commitment to change. I offer a safe environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. If you struggle with anger, self-doubt, self-critical thoughts, self-destructive behaviors, a lack of motivation, or repeatedly find yourself in unfulfilling relationships, let’s work together toward a more resilient, more peaceful you. Please visit my website at lindantreelifeworks.com
Hello! I welcome folks of all neurotypes and diversities, genders and sexual identities, beliefs, stories, and beginnings. I honor you as an individual, your experiences, and your commitment to change. I offer a safe environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. If you struggle with anger, self-doubt, self-critical thoughts, self-destructive behaviors, a lack of motivation, or repeatedly find yourself in unfulfilling relationships, let’s work together toward a more resilient, more peaceful you. Please visit my website at lindantreelifeworks.com
David Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106
Struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship issues? Even if you are having difficulty with these issues there is hope that you can feel better! It starts with taking a positive step to reach out for help. The benefits from psychotherapy are learning to manage anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, and enjoy your relationships again. Feel better and enjoy your relationships again. Learn to heal from difficult experiences from the past, improve your communication and interpersonal skills. For more information, or to make an appointment, call 207-846-3422, or e-mail at david@davidwardlcsw.com. Visit www.davidwardlcsw.com
Struggling with depression, anxiety, or relationship issues? Even if you are having difficulty with these issues there is hope that you can feel better! It starts with taking a positive step to reach out for help. The benefits from psychotherapy are learning to manage anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, and enjoy your relationships again. Feel better and enjoy your relationships again. Learn to heal from difficult experiences from the past, improve your communication and interpersonal skills. For more information, or to make an appointment, call 207-846-3422, or e-mail at david@davidwardlcsw.com. Visit www.davidwardlcsw.com
Beth Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
I am a seasoned licensed therapist with a private practice in Portland. I specialize in relationship challenges, mild to chronic mental health issues and life transitions including school, work, health, aging and more. For more information, please check my website at www.clarkecumberlandcounseling.com. Thank you and I look forward to meeting!
I am a seasoned licensed therapist with a private practice in Portland. I specialize in relationship challenges, mild to chronic mental health issues and life transitions including school, work, health, aging and more. For more information, please check my website at www.clarkecumberlandcounseling.com. Thank you and I look forward to meeting!
Noah Dorius
Counselor, LCPC-C
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
Is your life turning out the way you planned? Are your personal relationships fulfilling? Are you finding the right job for you? Do people get who you really are? Too often we lose track of the way we exist each day. Depression over past mistakes or anxiety about what might happen in the future prevent us from being who we want to be in the present. The goal of existential counseling is to help you develop a better relationship with your "self" first, and then to improve your relationships with others. To help you gain more confidence in the decisions you make daily and to worry less about how others will judge you in the future.
Is your life turning out the way you planned? Are your personal relationships fulfilling? Are you finding the right job for you? Do people get who you really are? Too often we lose track of the way we exist each day. Depression over past mistakes or anxiety about what might happen in the future prevent us from being who we want to be in the present. The goal of existential counseling is to help you develop a better relationship with your "self" first, and then to improve your relationships with others. To help you gain more confidence in the decisions you make daily and to worry less about how others will judge you in the future.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.