Michelle Darby-O'Bar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LICSW, CCTP-2, BC-TMH (she, her)
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Let's Connect (207) 275-6430
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.
I’m a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Board Certified TeleMental Health provider, and WPATH member. I work online with clients in ME, NC, SC, FL, VT, RI & WA. My approach blends ACT, CBT, and trauma-informed care drawing from parts work, nervous system-informed practices, and real human connection—not just symptom checklists.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel clinical or cold. My style is warm, honest, sometimes irreverent, and always nonjudgmental. I’ll meet you where you are—with compassion, curiosity, and zero pretense. If you’re ready to stop shrinking and start healing, let’s connect.
Call or Email Michelle Darby-O'Bar now for a free 15 minute consultation - (207) 275-6430
Let's Connect (207) 275-6430
Finances
Payment Methods
Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield of MA
- Aetna
- All Savers (UHC)
- Allegiance
- Allied Benefit Systems
- Anthem
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Daniel H. Cook Administrators
- GEHA - United Healthcare Share
- GEHA - UnitedHealthcare Shared
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Health Plans Inc
- Health Scope
- Meritain Health
- Nippon
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Paragon Benefits
- Professional Benefit Administr
- S&S Healthcare Strategies
- Southwest Service Administrato
- Surest (Formerly Bind)
- Tall Tree Administrators
- Trustmark
- Trustmark Small Business Benef
- Tufts
- UHC Student Resources
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthCare Exchange Plan
- UnitedHealthcare Global
- UnitedHealthcare Shared Servic
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wellfleet Group, LLC
Michelle Darby-O'Bar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LICSW, CCTP-2, BC-TMH
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (207) 275-6430
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maine / LC9978 Michelle Darby-O'Bar
- In Practice for 23 years
- Attended State University of New York at Buffalo School of Social Work, MSW, Graduated 2003
- Certificate from Center for Credentialing and Education-Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH) 275
- Certificate from Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Level 2- Evergreen 573050 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Michelle Darby-O'Bar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LICSW, CCTP-2, BC-TMH
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (207) 275-6430
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Bisexual
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Polyamory & ENM
- Relationship Issues
- Religious Trauma
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Michelle Darby-O'Bar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LICSW, CCTP-2, BC-TMH
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (207) 275-6430
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Interpersonal
- Motivational Interviewing
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Michelle Darby-O'Bar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LICSW, CCTP-2, BC-TMH
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (207) 275-6430
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Michelle Darby-O'Bar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, LICSW, CCTP-2, BC-TMH
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 275-6430