Personality Disorders Therapists in Maine

I am collaborative, responsive, and direct, whether working with adolescents, individual adults or couples. I have varied training and specialties, and strive to assist those in treatment with me to reach an unsnarled, contented, mindful, chosen life. Aside from therapy of differing types and lengths, I also can offer second opinions, forensic consultations, and diagnostic assessments. A collaborative approach with you and with the other professional and personal contacts in your (or your family's) life is also my commitment.

Are you ready to engage in an experience of growth and healing? Do you sometimes feel stuck? I would like to help you figure out how to get your needs met, to increase hope and to help you to engage in a better relationship with YOU and others in your life. Lets brainstorm together. My training and experience lies in addiction treatment, codependency recovery, nature focused treatment, treatment of PTSD and trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders and psychotic disorders. I am also developing an online codependency recovery group as well as a nature based outdoors based therapy group in the Midcoast area.

Thank you for your interest in my therapy/counseling practice. It is often a very difficult decision to finally decide to go to therapy. What can be even more daunting is to find a therapist that is a good fit for you. My approach is easy going and interactive which I have found most clients appreciate. I specialize in working with adults, couples, families and teens. I am co founder of Greater Portland DBT which is a consortium of DBT therapists offering Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to adults and teens.

Welcome! I am glad you are here.  I acknowledge the courage it takes to be open to the therapeutic process. I believe self-compassion is at the heart of our work together and is a powerful step in the healing journey. My goal is to support you in greeting pain in order to make greater space for the life you desire. I strive to tailor our sessions to meet your needs, honor your strengths, and welcome you wherever you are.

I graduated with my MSW from University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana in 2020. I have experience working with a range of concerns including, depression, anxiety, grief, personality disorders, and trauma symptoms. While I work with all individuals regardless of demographics, my expertise lies with folks ages 12-40. I understand starting counseling can be intimidating. Welcoming a stranger into the most vulnerable parts of life is not something that feels very natural. That said, I recognize and embrace that a connection should be formed before the work can begin.

My work is about hearing and holding stories, guiding others towards a deeper connection with their unique experiences and the meaning attached to them. As we tell our stories, the meaning can change, and in turn, we may change our experience. Integrating intuition and evidence-based practices, I see my role as a mirror and guide, helping you to identify patterns and stories that might limit experiences of deep self-worth, authentic expression, healthy relating, and overall wellness. I understand that not all stories are easy to tell, and I take great care to create a therapeutic space of safety so that you can reach your goals.

Kimberly is a clinical social worker who practices with adults, families, couples, adolescents and children. Kimberly serves individuals experiencing co-occurring disorders, trauma recovery, substance use recovery, anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, bipolar, and other mood disorders, executive functioning disorders, and personality disorders. Kimberly has several years working with adolescents and adults who identify as part of the LGBTQ community.

We have October openings in person and tele-health! Our intake specialists will help match you with one of our experienced and caring Maine psychologist with whom you can begin your journey toward meaningful change. We are a local, women-owned therapy center offering specialized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, bipolar, grief, eating disorders, personality disorders, health concerns, chronic pain and illness, sleep problems, relationship concerns, and couples counseling. Please visit our website to learn more about our services.

I view Psychotherapy as collaborative effort where the client and therapist work together to find resolution to issues. It is an active process whether we're doing individual or couples' therapy. Although issues often feel quite daunting initially, they become manageable and ultimately resolved in a timely fashion. After over 35 years of experience, I believe that most, if not all presenting problems can be helped.

I have immediate openings for individual, family therapy, and couples counseling. I am an expert in attachment trauma and use this frame to address parenting challenges and fractured families. I am also an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of personality disorders. I work with my patients to understand what lead to their challenges and create a plan to address their unique needs. I use Mentalization Based Therapy techniques, in addition to other modalities for treatment. Please visit my practice: The Coastal Institute for Psychodynamic Training & Treatment at www.thecoastalinstitute.org

Currently taking new clients. CIGNA & AETNA only or private pay. It is important that my client and I create a safe space to grow, heal, and learn how to manage our life struggles. I have 14 years of experience working in the world of mental health, disabilities, and behavioral interventions. I can help support and identify specific triggers and use interpersonal skills to prevent or reduce unwanted behaviors. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic, and client-centered counseling.

I view psychotherapy as a collaboration aimed at fostering greater self understanding while working toward personal change and symptom reduction. I strive to help my patients reach greater fulfillment in their lives by fostering understanding of the interpersonal patterns and unresolved personal, life and/or relationship issues that contribute to the challenges they face.

Each person is unique and seeks therapy to find solutions to their problems. Some request short term, solution focused treatment to resolve a life or relationship situation. Others are ready to work on longer term difficulties that repeat, causing ongoing dissatisfaction. You do not need to face the challenges of your life on your own.

I have experience working with those affected by trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions. I have worked in the Bangor community for most of my career with a local agency, as well as a mental health hospital providing intensive outpatient counseling. I will teach you strategies to help you manage your symptoms and emotions. I will be your biggest cheerleader and support. I will provide guidance and suggestions during your healing journey. We are a team.

Life’s challenges provide us an opportunity to REACH. At REACH Psychotherapy and Consulting we will engage in a collaborative process of Remembering, Exploring, Accepting, Connecting, and Healing. Our work together will support the reintegration of those inner parts that at some point in your life felt unheard, unloved, or unworthy. Our work together will assist you with developing the tools for courageous inner exploration, new insight and skills, self-compassion, and acceptance. When we reconnect with our inner parts, often a shift occurs in our outward experiences and relationships.

Therapy is an experience of collaboration and trust. I tailor my approach to each individual’s needs and preferences. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment and work from a strength-based perspective. I am interactive, not shying away from giving feedback, but fundamentally believe each individual has the capacity to set their own goals and measure their own success. I have extensive experience treating adults with a variety of disorders such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and with those suffering from maladaptive coping strategies.

I imagine if you are looking at this page, you've come to a point in your life where you're looking for things to change and your life to be easier. You may have been in therapy before and found it to be less than successful. Or maybe you've been happy in therapy in the past and are looking to begin again. You may question why you should go to therapy when you could just as easily talk to your hairdresser, a bartender or a friend. Or maybe this is your first time looking for help.

I specialize in Borderline personality disorder, PTSD/Trauma, and co-occurring challenges. My scope of practice includes LGBTQ+ concerns, couples (nonmonogamy), and mood disorders. A desire to change is often forged in hardships that are overwhelming, painful, and cause suffering. It can be a difficult path to navigate alone. A therapeutic relationship based on trust, open communication, respect, and empathy is fundamental to overcoming struggles. Whether it is during a transition, an acute stressor, or severe mental illness, I provide a supportive, safe, and non-judgmental environment for youth, adults, families, and couples.

Therapy can provide an opportunity for reflection, growth, acceptance and forgiveness. I welcome the chance to meet with you and discuss your challenges and assist you with fulfilling your potential. I use a strength-based approach with a focus on setting and obtaining goals. My style is eclectic and is based on the needs of the client.