Therapists in Maine
Maine Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Ellsworth, ME 04605
Vagt specializes in providing treatment for anxiety and trauma related disorders, including history of physical, sexual, or verbal abuse as well as combat related trauma.
Accepting new patients for work with clinical intern, Ms. Mailena Alicea. Dr. Denise Vagt is a licensed clinical psychologist (Maine License PS1998). She has a broad range of experience treating anxiety and depressive disorders and specializes in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, and stress related disorders. Dr. Vagt completed her Doctorate in Psychology at Florida Institute of Technology and spent the beginning of her career serving as an Active Duty Air Force Psychologist. She now works in the private sector as the owner of Maine Psychological Services.
Vagt specializes in providing treatment for anxiety and trauma related disorders, including history of physical, sexual, or verbal abuse as well as combat related trauma.
Accepting new patients for work with clinical intern, Ms. Mailena Alicea. Dr. Denise Vagt is a licensed clinical psychologist (Maine License PS1998). She has a broad range of experience treating anxiety and depressive disorders and specializes in the treatment of anxiety, trauma, and stress related disorders. Dr. Vagt completed her Doctorate in Psychology at Florida Institute of Technology and spent the beginning of her career serving as an Active Duty Air Force Psychologist. She now works in the private sector as the owner of Maine Psychological Services.
Laurie Fear
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, MBA
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
I bring a holistic perspective, integrating trauma-sensitive, mind-body wellness practices into the work.
Welcome. You’ve come to the right place. Entering recovery from addiction can feel like you've landed on a strange new planet. It's normal to feel alone, confused and vulnerable, not having a clue where to start. Forging your unique path to wellness is the journey that lies ahead. You have the ability to heal yourself, but you are not meant to do it alone. As a professional counselor with lived experience in long-term recovery, I can help to guide you forward.
I bring a holistic perspective, integrating trauma-sensitive, mind-body wellness practices into the work.
Welcome. You’ve come to the right place. Entering recovery from addiction can feel like you've landed on a strange new planet. It's normal to feel alone, confused and vulnerable, not having a clue where to start. Forging your unique path to wellness is the journey that lies ahead. You have the ability to heal yourself, but you are not meant to do it alone. As a professional counselor with lived experience in long-term recovery, I can help to guide you forward.
Brooklin Jones-Banahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bangor, ME 04401
Waitlist for new clients
All feelings are valid feelings, how we deal with those feelings is what matters. Throughout the therapeutic process, we will focus and build upon on your strengths, experiences, relationships, and habits to create a meaningful life, beneficial habits, and discover your true self. My vision statement for my practice is to create a trust-based relationship, where the client feels heard, accepted, and validated. While there are few guarantees in therapy, I can guarantee my clients I will be present in their sessions, provide competent services, individualize treatment, and provide transparency.
All feelings are valid feelings, how we deal with those feelings is what matters. Throughout the therapeutic process, we will focus and build upon on your strengths, experiences, relationships, and habits to create a meaningful life, beneficial habits, and discover your true self. My vision statement for my practice is to create a trust-based relationship, where the client feels heard, accepted, and validated. While there are few guarantees in therapy, I can guarantee my clients I will be present in their sessions, provide competent services, individualize treatment, and provide transparency.
Tiana Anderson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cumberland Foreside, ME 04110
I am passionate about accompanying clients on the journey of exploring and increasing insight into the experiences that have shaped them into who they are as human beings and that at times, contribute to experiences of suffering and struggle. I view therapy as a place to honestly and genuinely explore past and present experiences in the here-and-now, with the goal of growth toward a more fulfilling future. I integrate Animal Assisted Therapy with my animal partner, Luna, into my work with clients interested in working with an an animal in session. I provide in office sessions for Maine based clients/ telehealth for Texas clients.
I am passionate about accompanying clients on the journey of exploring and increasing insight into the experiences that have shaped them into who they are as human beings and that at times, contribute to experiences of suffering and struggle. I view therapy as a place to honestly and genuinely explore past and present experiences in the here-and-now, with the goal of growth toward a more fulfilling future. I integrate Animal Assisted Therapy with my animal partner, Luna, into my work with clients interested in working with an an animal in session. I provide in office sessions for Maine based clients/ telehealth for Texas clients.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.