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Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC

Stephanie Chmielewski Francis

Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
21 Schoolhouse Rd., Suite 25, Orland, ME 04472
Let's Connect (207) 517-2031
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My present focus is with children 4-12+ years of age. Specific areas of mental health training have included ADHD, Learning Disorders, Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (ND-PAE), trauma and grief/loss as well as methods for working with angry and/or dys-regulated children. Treatment modalities include Child-Centered Play Therapy and Synergetic Play Therapy. Cognitive Behavioral approaches are utilized when deemed appropriate. Since my practice is with children, a special focus is additionally placed on working directly with the child’s parent (s)/caregiver (s).
As a registered play therapist, I have a fondness and belief in the power of play. Being a strong advocate of non-directive play therapy models, namely Child-Centered and Synergetic Play Therapy, I believe that play is the language as well as the work of the child.
Prior to establishing a private practice, I worked 39 years in education, initially as a special education teacher (which provided me with skills in observation/evaluation) and then as a school counselor at the elementary and middle school levels. Supporting parents has been an integral part of my work. I offer "out of pocket" consultation sessions.
Call or Stephanie Chmielewski Francis now for a free 15 minute consultation - (207) 517-2031

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Stephanie C. Francis

21 Schoolhouse Rd.

Suite 25

Orland, ME 04472 map

(207) 517-2031
I specialize in Anxiety, Adoption and Autism 
$70 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (207) 517-2031
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Stephanie C. Francis

21 Schoolhouse Rd.

Suite 25

Orland, ME 04472 map

(207) 517-2031
I specialize in Anxiety, Adoption and Autism 
$70 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $70

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Paypal

Insurance

  • Behavioral Healthcare
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Mailhandler
  • MaineCare
  • Martin's Point
  • PacifiCare Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (207) 517-2031
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (207) 517-2031

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maine / CC2746 Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended University of Maine at Orono, Graduated 1997
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Association for Play Therapy-Registered Play Therapist (RPT) T826
  • Certificate from National Board for Certified Counselors-Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) 217129
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (207) 517-2031
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (207) 517-2031

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Adoption
  • Autism

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (207) 517-2031
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (207) 517-2031

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Synergetic Play Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (207) 517-2031
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (207) 517-2031

Location

Primary Location

Stephanie C. Francis

21 Schoolhouse Rd.

Suite 25

Orland, ME 04472

(207) 517-2031
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 517-2031
Photo of Stephanie Chmielewski Francis, Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Stephanie Chmielewski Francis
Counselor, LCPC, RPT, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (207) 517-2031