Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Maine

Currently, I have availability for two clients. I am a state-licensed, nationally board-certified professional counselor with 32 years of experience. As a psychotherapist, my focus is holistic; treating the whole person and focusing on clients' gifts and skills, not just the so-called presenting problem. I believe all of us have answers within and need an objective, caring professional to help us discern what those answers are.

At times an individual may want extra support to talk about and or explore areas in their life that are causing stress: It can lead to anxiety, depression, mood changes, substance use, compulsive behaviors, and anger. If anyone of these emotional or behavioral issues become significant it can affect relationships, education, finances or day to day functioning. In session, the individual will examine past, present and future experiences that impact thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. There are appropriate and inappropriate ways to better cope with stressors in our life and in session the client will examine which strategies work best.

Currently offering Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy only. Please visit www.WhittenWellnessMaine.com for research, cost and steps, or contact me for a free consultation. I welcome clients of all stages, phases, genders, sexual identities and orientations, races, religions, and national origins. I will meet you exactly where you are, in this moment. My personal approach to therapy is blending traditional and unconventional practices, encouraging personal growth, and healing in a compassionate, nonjudgemental setting.

Do you have past experiences that continue to impact your relationships, health, work, and overall sense of well-being? Is low self esteem keeping you from living the life you want to live? Together we will address these concerns and develop skills that will enhance your self esteem - an essential foundation for healthy growth. Bringing into balance past experience with present physical, emotional and spiritual awareness can lead you to a happier, more fulfilling life without the fear, anxiety and stress that can be so limiting.

I offer therapies to help a client discover and heal the emotional pain that keeps them from thriving. I specialize in working with both event and attachment trauma. I have 30+ years working in the field of mental health and have worked with many different life and mental health problems. I believe there is a fundamental goodness in each person and that the harshness of life sometimes thrusts us into survival strategies. Healing offers a working through these strategies, teach us life lessons and reorient into thriving strategies by making peace within.

I am a warm and empathetic clinician who is passionate about combining the groundbreaking treatments of EMDR and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)! My goal is to use my specialized trainings to support you on your healing journey. I work with clients in New York (virtually) and Maine (virtually and in-person). EMDR and KAP have adapted to the times and are just as effective virtually as they are in-person!

With over 20 years experience working with children and families, I am committed to providing individualized counseling that helps client’s address life’s challenges. My clinical vision is to ensure that my office provides a safe haven where my clients can experience their vulnerabilities while sharing their stories. Drawing on active listening and collaboration, I employ an empathetic and practical approach that is carefully attuned to the needs of each individual.

As a psychotherapist, I believe in human interactions as a powerful healing tool. I have been working as a therapist for 30 + years, having started my practice in Brazil, my country of origin, and practicing in the US since 2020. My work is based in Psychodynamic, Jungian Analytical Psychology, and I also provide trauma-informed care using EMDR as a therapeutic tool. My approach is mostly eclectic, meeting the client where they are at, and using evidence-based resources tailored to the client's needs. I see the human life as a journey, full of wonders and hardships, and I feel honored helping someone throughout their unique journey.

I practice trauma-informed care that involves understanding, recognizing, and responding to the effects of most types of trauma and/or adversity. I bring a functional approach that is person-centered to target your individual needs within your relationship and/or self that surround the human experience. Together, we will explore what is important to you and/or your relationship. Clients that tend to fit well with me are individuals/couples who are self-motivated, witty, can enjoy healthy, light-hearted humor, and may have high empathy.

I’m inspired by the stories individuals share, how they derive meaning, hope and empowerment in constructively shaping the potential for growth. I specialize in using narrative techniques within a person-centered framework to in refining your strengths, in addressing your trauma related symptoms and in developing tangible solutions in efforts to life a more balanced life.

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.

It’s important to feel comfortable coming to therapy just as you are. Many of us experience major life changes, challenging relationships, grief, guilt, anxiety, or trauma reactions, that cause us to feel self-doubt, to feel disconnected from our needs and bodies, and to even minimize our own experiences. My approach, which is intersectional, developmentally focused, and trauma-informed, helps you tap into the knowledge your body and emotions have for you, while developing skills so these feelings don’t overwhelm and take center stage. I have current openings for EMDR, new parents with perinatal mood disorders, and LGBTQ folks.

No two people are the same. Therefore, I strive to provide treatment that fits each person’s unique needs and goals. I work to foster a partnership with each individual that respects their own problem-solving style while providing additional tools to address unmet needs. I believe that everyone has strengths and challenges. Our work together can fortify those strengths while mitigating challenges to reduce stress and suffering in daily life.

Our agency specializes in the treatment of substance use disorder, mental health, and co-occurring disorders. We offer counseling and groups facilitated by licensed Clinicians. We are made up of 3 female LCSW and LADC Clinicians, ready to meet you where you are at, with compassion and empathy, and without judgement, to help you achieve your personal treatment goals.

My goal is to serve those seeking support on their journeys and through whatever problems, past or present, continue to create difficulties in their lives. I help those seeking to reconnect with their own strengths and resources, with the skills and abilities they have that can help them have agency in their lives and confront the issues that trouble them.

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 am passionate about providing a safe space for those seeking a non judgmental environment to heal and grow. My practice is strengths based and I use a variety of evidence based modalities to help people help themselves. What’s most important in therapy in my opinion, is that the client is the expert of themselves.

MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL> . I believe that we all seek to be seen and known. Counseling is a place where we can be supported and reconnect to our strengths, flexibility and resourcefulness. My approach to helping you reconnect to your strengths incorporates mind-body awareness, and relational theory. We'll work in collaboration to help you regain the balance you need to meet your challenges. I offer clients many body based tools from my training in EMDR, AEDP, IFS, meditation, yoga, acupressure, and Attunement work as well as journaling, and spirituality exploration.

Now accepting AETNA insurance! Let’s get to the bottom of what takes your attention away from the people and things that you love. My goal as a therapist is to collaborate to give you the insight and tools needed to reach your goals. With almost a decade of experience working with clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life changes – I am confident psychotherapy can prompt us to discover new ways to deal with life’s difficult days.