Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
38 Pleasant St, Portland, ME 04101
Let's Connect (207) 536-6081
NOTE: Full/Waitlisting. I'm a Gestalt & Certified Gottman Therapist, specialized in couples therapy. I help both individuals & couples explore barriers to connection, processing underlying trauma and/or loss. Together, we seek insight on issues related to boundaries, dishonesty, anger, confidence, culture, sexuality, depression, anxiety, etc. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for open communication so we can focus on deeper unmet needs. It's each individual's choice to lean into difficulty to create more meaning and intimacy, and I want to help you do this in healthy ways.
With couples, I utilize an intensive assessment model that identifies core issues and treatment plan within 3-sessions. My approach is "here-and-now", teaching clients skills to increase their self care and deepen their relationships. Couples talk to each other in front of me so I can offer support as I notice their conflict dynamics arise.
I know the decision of who to enter therapy with is difficult. Please read more about me on my website and do not hesitate to email with your questions. I tend to have a waitlist, but when full, I am open to providing just the Gottman assessment and consulting (in accordance with my fees) with other couples therapists who don't apply that Method.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Adrienne J Bentsen now - (207) 536-6081
Let's Connect (207) 536-6081
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $220
- Couple Sessions $220
- Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Email me or call with questions - (207) 536-6081
Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maine / MF5107 Adrienne J Bentsen
- In Practice for 18 Years
- Certificate from The Gottman Institute Certified Gottman Therapist / 2018
- Certificate from AAMFT Approved Supervisor / 2012
- Attended Antioch University Seattle, MA Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2006
Email me or call with questions - (207) 536-6081
Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Marital and Premarital
- Infidelity
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Assertiveness, boundaries, self esteem
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Certified Gottman Therapist
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (207) 536-6081
Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Gestalt
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (207) 536-6081
Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Groups
Training for Therapist in Couples Therapy
This is a training group for licensed therapist, and will be IN PERSON staring May 19. It will be limited to 10 licensed clinicians who are interested in gaining knowledge and skills in Gestalt couples therapy and applying research on couples, derived from the Gottman Institute. This group is also about taking care of ourselves, building community, and having the opportunity to consult about clients with peers. Therapists interested can email me directly with questions and I can send you a detailed flyer. I'm asking for folks to sign up by May 1st.
Expertise
Peer Relationships
Age
Adults
Group Meets
Every other Wed 3:30 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Location
Above the restaurant, Roma
769 Congress Street
Portland, ME 04102
Email Adrienne J Bentsen about this group or call - (207) 536-6081
Location
Primary Location
Emerge Counseling and Consulting, LLC
38 Pleasant St
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 536-6081Email me
Nearby Areas
Counties
Take the first step to help. Call now - (207) 536-6081
Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT