Therapists in Portland, ME
Drea Michaud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Not accepting new clients
Note: Full practice right now - warm regards.I offer compassionate, experiential psychotherapy for adults, specializing in mindfulness-based and Internal Family Systems therapy for depression, anxiety and trauma. Honoring the dynamic mind-body relationship, I incorporate awareness-building, body-based practices to facilitate emotional, behavioral & cognitive expression, healing & growth, such as guided meditation, visualization & yoga-inspired breathwork and movement. I believe that bringing our full attention to our inner experiences with curiosity awakens a natural spring of self-compassion and an innate capacity for deep healing.
Note: Full practice right now - warm regards.I offer compassionate, experiential psychotherapy for adults, specializing in mindfulness-based and Internal Family Systems therapy for depression, anxiety and trauma. Honoring the dynamic mind-body relationship, I incorporate awareness-building, body-based practices to facilitate emotional, behavioral & cognitive expression, healing & growth, such as guided meditation, visualization & yoga-inspired breathwork and movement. I believe that bringing our full attention to our inner experiences with curiosity awakens a natural spring of self-compassion and an innate capacity for deep healing.
Shimon Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04104 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Shimon (he/him). I’m a licensed clinical social worker in Maine and Florida. I have a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University and over 20 years of experience working with youth, adults, families, and communities, as well as teaching social work students and providing training to professionals. I believe that we all have challenges in life and I am here to support you and help you navigate those challenges. I have specific expertise with depression, anxiety, substance use, pre-teens, teens, adults, parenting, sociocultural impact/challenges, and men's issues.
Hi, I’m Shimon (he/him). I’m a licensed clinical social worker in Maine and Florida. I have a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University and over 20 years of experience working with youth, adults, families, and communities, as well as teaching social work students and providing training to professionals. I believe that we all have challenges in life and I am here to support you and help you navigate those challenges. I have specific expertise with depression, anxiety, substance use, pre-teens, teens, adults, parenting, sociocultural impact/challenges, and men's issues.
Dax Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCS, LADC
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Hi, my name is Dax Peters and you've made the decision to overcome your challenges and move forward in your life. Change is very scary, but you don't have to do it alone. I am here to facilitate the change you've longed for. As uncomfortable as the process may be, we will work towards your desired goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping individuals manage their depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, addictions and various life stressors. I believe that all my clients are equipped to create a purposeful life for themselves. I am here to assist you with utilizing your strengths.
Hi, my name is Dax Peters and you've made the decision to overcome your challenges and move forward in your life. Change is very scary, but you don't have to do it alone. I am here to facilitate the change you've longed for. As uncomfortable as the process may be, we will work towards your desired goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience helping individuals manage their depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, addictions and various life stressors. I believe that all my clients are equipped to create a purposeful life for themselves. I am here to assist you with utilizing your strengths.
Emily-Anne Garland
Counselor, LCPC, MA, RN
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04103 (Online Only)
Welcome! If you are contemplating therapy for any reason, I congratulate you on taking this courageous first step. Therapy offers a unique opportunity to explore aspects of life that can be difficult to navigate alone. I believe in the healing power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship and work to provide a warm, supportive and empowering environment where lasting growth and change can take place. I draw from a variety of clinical psychotherapeutic methodologies, further informed by years of experience as a Registered Nurse, to help my clients navigate life stressors and to achieve the happiness that they deserve.
Welcome! If you are contemplating therapy for any reason, I congratulate you on taking this courageous first step. Therapy offers a unique opportunity to explore aspects of life that can be difficult to navigate alone. I believe in the healing power of a collaborative therapeutic relationship and work to provide a warm, supportive and empowering environment where lasting growth and change can take place. I draw from a variety of clinical psychotherapeutic methodologies, further informed by years of experience as a Registered Nurse, to help my clients navigate life stressors and to achieve the happiness that they deserve.
Florence Gardner
Counselor, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04107 (Online Only)
I work with people on improving relationships, health, and career as well as navigating big life moments and creative endeavors. Over years of clinical work, I found that people made huge leaps forward between sessions when we emailed back and forth, so much so that I closed my in-person practice and now work with people entirely in writing. I also record audio practices, hand-draw diagrams, and share an abundance of actionable resources. Working this way has turned out to be incredibly effective. I encourage you to visit my website for a fuller picture.
I work with people on improving relationships, health, and career as well as navigating big life moments and creative endeavors. Over years of clinical work, I found that people made huge leaps forward between sessions when we emailed back and forth, so much so that I closed my in-person practice and now work with people entirely in writing. I also record audio practices, hand-draw diagrams, and share an abundance of actionable resources. Working this way has turned out to be incredibly effective. I encourage you to visit my website for a fuller picture.
Atlantic Hypnotherapy & Wellness Associates
JD, BCH
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04102
Hypnosis for quitting smoking and losing weight? Of course. But did you know that hypnosis has very effectively been used for stress management, "anxiety", fears and insomnia? For medical issues including cancer, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, infertility, IBS, skin conditions, migraines (and many more)? For problems with motivation, focus and concentration, business and sports performance, and countless other issues? It HAS! And it can help you, too. So whether you see yourself described above or if your issue is unique to you, contact me. Together we'll manage or eliminate the things that are holding you back.
Hypnosis for quitting smoking and losing weight? Of course. But did you know that hypnosis has very effectively been used for stress management, "anxiety", fears and insomnia? For medical issues including cancer, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, infertility, IBS, skin conditions, migraines (and many more)? For problems with motivation, focus and concentration, business and sports performance, and countless other issues? It HAS! And it can help you, too. So whether you see yourself described above or if your issue is unique to you, contact me. Together we'll manage or eliminate the things that are holding you back.
Carlisle (Lisle) Blind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am NOT currently accepting new clients. My practice is based on treating each person as an adult who has the power to create positive changes in their life. I am only there to help each person with their goals. I believe everyone has the capacity to change their life for the better. Sometimes though, someone has to be willing to sit with us in the darkness first. I believe that no matter what has happened there is a spark in each one of us, that once lit gives us the chance to change our own lives.
I am NOT currently accepting new clients. My practice is based on treating each person as an adult who has the power to create positive changes in their life. I am only there to help each person with their goals. I believe everyone has the capacity to change their life for the better. Sometimes though, someone has to be willing to sit with us in the darkness first. I believe that no matter what has happened there is a spark in each one of us, that once lit gives us the chance to change our own lives.
Katie Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04103
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is an opportunity to get to know ourselves more deeply in a safe and supportive space. I am here to listen with empathy and curiosity to the concerns of Mainers both in person and via Telehealth. Together we will identify your values and the things that get in the way of growing in the direction of those values. We will work on sitting with emotions rather than fighting against them. And we will identify your strengths and resources to help you grow more fully into yourself. I take a warm, familiar approach to our conversations and leave space for humor and joy in the healing process.
Therapy is an opportunity to get to know ourselves more deeply in a safe and supportive space. I am here to listen with empathy and curiosity to the concerns of Mainers both in person and via Telehealth. Together we will identify your values and the things that get in the way of growing in the direction of those values. We will work on sitting with emotions rather than fighting against them. And we will identify your strengths and resources to help you grow more fully into yourself. I take a warm, familiar approach to our conversations and leave space for humor and joy in the healing process.
Nicole Firth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social worker, who earned her Master of Social work degree from the University of New England in 2013. During her previous work experience, she worked in various clinical settings focusing on medical social work, community case management, domestic violence advocacy, and counseling clients with co-occurring disorders. Recently she has worked in a hospital detox, as a Home-based Community Therapy clinician, and a Primary Therapist at a men's residential program and has over 10 years of experience. Nicole utilizes several different therapeutic approaches, but enjoys motivational interviewing the most.
Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social worker, who earned her Master of Social work degree from the University of New England in 2013. During her previous work experience, she worked in various clinical settings focusing on medical social work, community case management, domestic violence advocacy, and counseling clients with co-occurring disorders. Recently she has worked in a hospital detox, as a Home-based Community Therapy clinician, and a Primary Therapist at a men's residential program and has over 10 years of experience. Nicole utilizes several different therapeutic approaches, but enjoys motivational interviewing the most.
Christina Fay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04102
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes it helps to shift our perspective, even slightly. What we have been doing is comfortable, but not necessarily effective. People are full of life and strength and vigor; and they are the primary architects for their happiness. Things that happen to us that aren't our fault, and we still have to resolve them anyway. Counseling can help make the perspective shift, and uncover the life, strength and vigor in all of us. I exclusively provide comprehensive DBT or DBT Complex Trauma models.
Sometimes it helps to shift our perspective, even slightly. What we have been doing is comfortable, but not necessarily effective. People are full of life and strength and vigor; and they are the primary architects for their happiness. Things that happen to us that aren't our fault, and we still have to resolve them anyway. Counseling can help make the perspective shift, and uncover the life, strength and vigor in all of us. I exclusively provide comprehensive DBT or DBT Complex Trauma models.
Eliza Kehew
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Whether brought on by current life transitions, day to day living, or things that happened in the past, therapy is a confidential space for you to organize your thoughts and feelings. Through my work as a therapist, I accompany people on a journey of self-discovery that fosters healing, promotes growth, and enhances overall wellbeing.
Whether brought on by current life transitions, day to day living, or things that happened in the past, therapy is a confidential space for you to organize your thoughts and feelings. Through my work as a therapist, I accompany people on a journey of self-discovery that fosters healing, promotes growth, and enhances overall wellbeing.
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Portland, ME 04103
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Hi, I’m Steph (she/her). My counseling approach is grounded in the belief that we all have the inner wisdom to heal, change, and grow through life’s challenges, and sometimes that requires help. I am passionate about working with clients to acknowledge the circumstances that lead them to seek care, collaborating to build new and stronger relationships with themselves, and exploring how those relationships hold the power to achieve their dreams and goals.
Hi, I’m Steph (she/her). My counseling approach is grounded in the belief that we all have the inner wisdom to heal, change, and grow through life’s challenges, and sometimes that requires help. I am passionate about working with clients to acknowledge the circumstances that lead them to seek care, collaborating to build new and stronger relationships with themselves, and exploring how those relationships hold the power to achieve their dreams and goals.
Judson D Smith
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04102 (Online Only)
I am a client centered Psychologist. I have always believed that my client has the power to heal themselves. They just need a feel safe environment in which they can explore the healing process.
I am a client centered Psychologist. I have always believed that my client has the power to heal themselves. They just need a feel safe environment in which they can explore the healing process.
Shelley Walker Rosen
Counselor, LCPC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Hello, my practice is full at this time and I am not accepting new clients. I use Body-Centered Psychotherapy as an approach to holistic healing. I work with young adults through older adult during/throughout life transitions. My back ground in dance/movement therapy and creative arts enables me to use techniques that help balance and integrate emotional, cognitive, social, and physical well being. I am also trained in mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Prenatal and postpartum women as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and substance abuse can greatly benefit from my partnership.
Hello, my practice is full at this time and I am not accepting new clients. I use Body-Centered Psychotherapy as an approach to holistic healing. I work with young adults through older adult during/throughout life transitions. My back ground in dance/movement therapy and creative arts enables me to use techniques that help balance and integrate emotional, cognitive, social, and physical well being. I am also trained in mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Prenatal and postpartum women as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and substance abuse can greatly benefit from my partnership.
Julia Wyka
Counselor, LCPC-c, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
You may be reaching out to me during a challenging time, when familiar life systems are no longer working, or when the weight of anxiety and depression has become overwhelming. Alternatively, you may seek my support even in stable times, desiring a deeper connection with life. Together, we navigate these paths, cultivating stability, balance, and healing relationships. I specialize in helping clients decipher their unique inner dialogues, often resembling harsh critics, and collaboratively work towards minimizing their influence. This transformative process aims to craft a more fulfilling life and foster meaningful connections.
You may be reaching out to me during a challenging time, when familiar life systems are no longer working, or when the weight of anxiety and depression has become overwhelming. Alternatively, you may seek my support even in stable times, desiring a deeper connection with life. Together, we navigate these paths, cultivating stability, balance, and healing relationships. I specialize in helping clients decipher their unique inner dialogues, often resembling harsh critics, and collaboratively work towards minimizing their influence. This transformative process aims to craft a more fulfilling life and foster meaningful connections.
Molly Ladd
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101
Not accepting new clients
Everyone’s journey through life is a unique and personal experience that deserves to be heard. I am here to listen and help you explore, clarify, and process whatever issues you are working through. I have experience working individually with adolescents and adults with issues and concerns including anxiety, depression, identity, trauma, relationship challenges, loneliness, and loss/grief. I help clients feel empowered to make choices based on what they want, whether that aligns with social expectations or is in opposition to societal norms.
Everyone’s journey through life is a unique and personal experience that deserves to be heard. I am here to listen and help you explore, clarify, and process whatever issues you are working through. I have experience working individually with adolescents and adults with issues and concerns including anxiety, depression, identity, trauma, relationship challenges, loneliness, and loss/grief. I help clients feel empowered to make choices based on what they want, whether that aligns with social expectations or is in opposition to societal norms.
Kelley Barton Newkirk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
I work with individuals and couples who are seeking to create both connection and change in their lives. I partner with clients and have compassionate conversations that elicit clients’ intrinsic motivation to change. I have balanced my professional interests with a passion for the healing arts including yoga, meditation, and wellness through nutrition. I am a certified Bikram Yoga Teacher and trained Vinyasa yoga teacher.
I work with individuals and couples who are seeking to create both connection and change in their lives. I partner with clients and have compassionate conversations that elicit clients’ intrinsic motivation to change. I have balanced my professional interests with a passion for the healing arts including yoga, meditation, and wellness through nutrition. I am a certified Bikram Yoga Teacher and trained Vinyasa yoga teacher.
Stephen A Joffe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-ME
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Coaching, consultation, education and training in Bay Area, CA, and by encrypted video from any location. Experienced and expertise with couples, families, and individuals. Focus on the process of change to facilitate your evolution. Very experienced with children, adolescents, young adults and adults. Clients from 5-70+, male and female, all racial and ethnic groups, all religious orientations. Marital and couples work and parenting focused education. Provide guidance and support for college students struggling/in transition. Private pay. Licensed in Maine. Focus on the process of achieving change and barriers.
Coaching, consultation, education and training in Bay Area, CA, and by encrypted video from any location. Experienced and expertise with couples, families, and individuals. Focus on the process of change to facilitate your evolution. Very experienced with children, adolescents, young adults and adults. Clients from 5-70+, male and female, all racial and ethnic groups, all religious orientations. Marital and couples work and parenting focused education. Provide guidance and support for college students struggling/in transition. Private pay. Licensed in Maine. Focus on the process of achieving change and barriers.
Holly Smevog
MS, CCC, ACC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101
Join my three or six month coaching program to transform your career and life today! I apply counseling, coaching, and consulting techniques as I guiding you through my 4 steps process. My approach is based in Positive Psychology, Mental Fitness, Life Coaching, and Career Development principles. Are you willing to closely inspect your values, needs, interests, and skills to create realistic goals that will result in your most satisfying life and career? If you are ready to be happier, don't wait! Call me for a free consultation to learn more about the outcomes you can expect from working together. look forward to hearing from you!
Join my three or six month coaching program to transform your career and life today! I apply counseling, coaching, and consulting techniques as I guiding you through my 4 steps process. My approach is based in Positive Psychology, Mental Fitness, Life Coaching, and Career Development principles. Are you willing to closely inspect your values, needs, interests, and skills to create realistic goals that will result in your most satisfying life and career? If you are ready to be happier, don't wait! Call me for a free consultation to learn more about the outcomes you can expect from working together. look forward to hearing from you!
Lindsay Woodward
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Lindsay Woodward is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Messiah College in 2017. During her internship, Lindsay worked in various clinical settings focusing on the treatment of eating disorders. She specializes in working with clients who experience disordered eating, body image concerns, and intrusive thoughts. Lindsay utilizes a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach that respects body diversity and seeks to restore the relationship between self and body through attuned eating and movement.
Lindsay Woodward is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Messiah College in 2017. During her internship, Lindsay worked in various clinical settings focusing on the treatment of eating disorders. She specializes in working with clients who experience disordered eating, body image concerns, and intrusive thoughts. Lindsay utilizes a Health At Every Size (HAES) approach that respects body diversity and seeks to restore the relationship between self and body through attuned eating and movement.
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Number of Therapists in Portland, ME
800+
Average cost per session
$135
Therapists in Portland, ME who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
75% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Self Esteem |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Coping Skills |
65% | Stress |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
61% | Anthem | Elevance |
56% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
55% | Aetna |
How Therapists in Portland, ME see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Portland?
Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.