Forensic Psychology Therapists in Portland, ME
Are you struggling with narcissistic abuse, sexual trauma or issues related to divorce? These are my specialty. My style incorporates several techniques. I’m influenced by positive psychology, body-based therapy, and relational therapies. Focusing on self-love is crucial for all issues! My goal is to assure that you feel supported and that you have tools to help you between our sessions. There are skills that you can incorporate into your daily life to help with all this. Let’s do that together!
Are you struggling with narcissistic abuse, sexual trauma or issues related to divorce? These are my specialty. My style incorporates several techniques. I’m influenced by positive psychology, body-based therapy, and relational therapies. Focusing on self-love is crucial for all issues! My goal is to assure that you feel supported and that you have tools to help you between our sessions. There are skills that you can incorporate into your daily life to help with all this. Let’s do that together!
Kelly White
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC, ACS/CCS, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
At this time, I am accepting Forensic clients (Court mandated, parole, probation, DCPP) New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maine via telehealth (video) or phone sessions at Kaizen Foundation. For Psychoeducational Evaluations, ADHD testing, IQ testing, and General Mental Health therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Sandplay therapy, Somatic Experiencing therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and TraumaPlay therapy please contact me at Bridge to Balance, Inc at 856-354-0664. I can provide Clinical Supervision for LACs in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maine
At this time, I am accepting Forensic clients (Court mandated, parole, probation, DCPP) New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maine via telehealth (video) or phone sessions at Kaizen Foundation. For Psychoeducational Evaluations, ADHD testing, IQ testing, and General Mental Health therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Sandplay therapy, Somatic Experiencing therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and TraumaPlay therapy please contact me at Bridge to Balance, Inc at 856-354-0664. I can provide Clinical Supervision for LACs in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Maine
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with thirteen years of clinical experience. Passionate about providing individualized and intentional care, I believe that therapeutic work requires a strong connection, where clients feel heard and empowered. Taking a psychotherapeutic approach, I help clients to develop awareness of how we come to understand ourselves and the way we interact with the world. Through this journey, we develop compassion for the patterns we created to adapt to our environment, while exploring what may keep us from experiencing life with more connection and acceptance, and less shame and judgment.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with thirteen years of clinical experience. Passionate about providing individualized and intentional care, I believe that therapeutic work requires a strong connection, where clients feel heard and empowered. Taking a psychotherapeutic approach, I help clients to develop awareness of how we come to understand ourselves and the way we interact with the world. Through this journey, we develop compassion for the patterns we created to adapt to our environment, while exploring what may keep us from experiencing life with more connection and acceptance, and less shame and judgment.
I specialize in individual and couples counseling with veterans, first responders and individuals with problematic sexual behaviors/addictions. For individuals struggling with problematic sexual behaviors and addictions, I help them identify the root needs that are met through sex, porn, masturbation, infidelity or other undesired sexual behaviors as well as build skills. I work with Maine Department of Corrections to provide sex offense specific counseling to meet needs of probation or deferred dispositions. I also provide Psychosexual Risk Assessments for juveniles and adults who are required by court or probation to have one.
I specialize in individual and couples counseling with veterans, first responders and individuals with problematic sexual behaviors/addictions. For individuals struggling with problematic sexual behaviors and addictions, I help them identify the root needs that are met through sex, porn, masturbation, infidelity or other undesired sexual behaviors as well as build skills. I work with Maine Department of Corrections to provide sex offense specific counseling to meet needs of probation or deferred dispositions. I also provide Psychosexual Risk Assessments for juveniles and adults who are required by court or probation to have one.
Are you looking to make a change, but don't know where to start? Maybe you have tried everything you can think of but haven't experienced relief. I can help you adjust to a life change, address mental health or substance abuse issues, or resolve past experiences getting in the way of the present. I provide clinical counseling through cultivation of insight in session with skills development to help you make practical, realistic changes now. I couple evidence-based techniques with an active, accepting, style to create a safe space to meet your individual needs and adopt lasting change.
Are you looking to make a change, but don't know where to start? Maybe you have tried everything you can think of but haven't experienced relief. I can help you adjust to a life change, address mental health or substance abuse issues, or resolve past experiences getting in the way of the present. I provide clinical counseling through cultivation of insight in session with skills development to help you make practical, realistic changes now. I couple evidence-based techniques with an active, accepting, style to create a safe space to meet your individual needs and adopt lasting change.
At present, my practice is limited to men and women in the law enforcement community and their families.
At present, my practice is limited to men and women in the law enforcement community and their families.
I’m a licensed psychologist with experience working in inpatient psychiatric, outpatient counseling, and outpatient neurorehabilitation settings. I specialize in clinical neuropsychology, conducting neuropsychological evaluations and brain-based psychotherapy for adults. I also provide consulting services in various settings (e.g. organizational, workers’ compensation, forensic) on topics related to my areas of expertise. You’re welcome to contact me with questions regarding your unique concerns. Examples of the types of referral questions for neuropsychological evaluation I routinely address include:
I’m a licensed psychologist with experience working in inpatient psychiatric, outpatient counseling, and outpatient neurorehabilitation settings. I specialize in clinical neuropsychology, conducting neuropsychological evaluations and brain-based psychotherapy for adults. I also provide consulting services in various settings (e.g. organizational, workers’ compensation, forensic) on topics related to my areas of expertise. You’re welcome to contact me with questions regarding your unique concerns. Examples of the types of referral questions for neuropsychological evaluation I routinely address include:
Thelonika C McCollum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04103 (Online Only)
I'm passionate about supporting individuals through their toughest challenges. With 9 years of experience as a therapist, I specialize in trauma, substance abuse, and mood disorders. My practice has spanned across working with children of all ages, disabled individuals, and those involved in various systems. Serving the unique needs of rural populations in New Mexico is a core focus of mine. I believe in a compassionate, personalized approach to therapy, aiming to create a safe space where healing and growth can flourish.
I'm passionate about supporting individuals through their toughest challenges. With 9 years of experience as a therapist, I specialize in trauma, substance abuse, and mood disorders. My practice has spanned across working with children of all ages, disabled individuals, and those involved in various systems. Serving the unique needs of rural populations in New Mexico is a core focus of mine. I believe in a compassionate, personalized approach to therapy, aiming to create a safe space where healing and growth can flourish.
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.
My name is Esraa, and I am a Forensic mental health clinician. I believe that who we are today is strongly influenced by how the world once treated us. I emphasize understanding how past childhood experiences have the ability to impact present functioning. Before finding solutions, I first believe one must come to understand where issues originally stemmed from. This increases interpersonal awareness and sets the stage for working on more concrete and maladaptive thoughts and behaviors.
My name is Esraa, and I am a Forensic mental health clinician. I believe that who we are today is strongly influenced by how the world once treated us. I emphasize understanding how past childhood experiences have the ability to impact present functioning. Before finding solutions, I first believe one must come to understand where issues originally stemmed from. This increases interpersonal awareness and sets the stage for working on more concrete and maladaptive thoughts and behaviors.
Daniel Arnold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have experience working with clients with many different challenges. I have worked in a variety of settings from state and federal agencies, prisons, and private agencies. Being a military veteran and retired federal law enforcement officer, I feel my life path has been a voyage of discovery and I look forward to helping others find their own path in this world. I currently offer tele-therapy in Virginia, Vermont and Maine. I look forward to hearing from you!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I have experience working with clients with many different challenges. I have worked in a variety of settings from state and federal agencies, prisons, and private agencies. Being a military veteran and retired federal law enforcement officer, I feel my life path has been a voyage of discovery and I look forward to helping others find their own path in this world. I currently offer tele-therapy in Virginia, Vermont and Maine. I look forward to hearing from you!
Melissa Linden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Waitlist for new clients
I believe a sense of trust is a key component for someone feeling safe in therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that will provide that experience for all of my clients. My unique, person-centered approach to therapy gives you the space to feel safe, secure and supported while using evidenced based modalities. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing and tailor treatment to the individual. My role as your therapist is to help provide the tools needed to gain insight, self-discovery and healing from past experiences, allowing you to live a happier and more fulfilling future
I believe a sense of trust is a key component for someone feeling safe in therapy. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental therapeutic relationship that will provide that experience for all of my clients. My unique, person-centered approach to therapy gives you the space to feel safe, secure and supported while using evidenced based modalities. I am trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT and Motivational Interviewing and tailor treatment to the individual. My role as your therapist is to help provide the tools needed to gain insight, self-discovery and healing from past experiences, allowing you to live a happier and more fulfilling future
Dr. Richard T. Parrott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101
Not accepting new clients
My theoretical framework is Relational Psychoanalytic Therapy which focuses on assimilating cognitive insight and emotional attachment. Relational analysis focuses on the elements of chronic trauma (CPTSD, anxiety, depression) between feelings, thoughts and behavior while examining the elements of rupture and psychological injury related to developmental derailments & toxic shame. I have extensive training in psychoanalytic therapy.
My theoretical framework is Relational Psychoanalytic Therapy which focuses on assimilating cognitive insight and emotional attachment. Relational analysis focuses on the elements of chronic trauma (CPTSD, anxiety, depression) between feelings, thoughts and behavior while examining the elements of rupture and psychological injury related to developmental derailments & toxic shame. I have extensive training in psychoanalytic therapy.
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Meaningful and lasting change. Isn’t that what we’re all looking for? I am here to help those struggling with general anxiety, social phobia, mild to severe depression, or stress related disorders. If you are tired of dreading getting out of bed each morning, or wondering why you "feel this way" - I am here to help create change and turn off the "struggle switch." I work from a third wave behavioral approach (ACT) that will empower you with coping skills to overcome these obstacles. Change doesn’t happen overnight, but it can start today.
Meaningful and lasting change. Isn’t that what we’re all looking for? I am here to help those struggling with general anxiety, social phobia, mild to severe depression, or stress related disorders. If you are tired of dreading getting out of bed each morning, or wondering why you "feel this way" - I am here to help create change and turn off the "struggle switch." I work from a third wave behavioral approach (ACT) that will empower you with coping skills to overcome these obstacles. Change doesn’t happen overnight, but it can start today.
Deb Hamilton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
Not accepting new clients
Feeling anxious, burnt out and overwhelmed? Lost someone close to you, or have had a change in your life and you’re feeling depressed or stuck? Time is precious and you deserve to live your best life. Let’s explore what that looks like for you, uncover patterns in your life that may not be healthy, and build on your strengths. Take the first step to wellness. Contact me. Let’s talk and see if it’s a good fit.
Feeling anxious, burnt out and overwhelmed? Lost someone close to you, or have had a change in your life and you’re feeling depressed or stuck? Time is precious and you deserve to live your best life. Let’s explore what that looks like for you, uncover patterns in your life that may not be healthy, and build on your strengths. Take the first step to wellness. Contact me. Let’s talk and see if it’s a good fit.
Online Therapists
Jodie Minahan Lamirande
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSCJA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ogunquit, ME 03907 (Online Only)
Working towards PhD in Forensic Psychology.
Hello! I'm Jodie. Although I have specialized in working with children and adolescents, I also work with adults who have experienced trauma or struggle with other stressors. Past roles include senior leadership positions for nonprofits in the state of Massachusetts. This included working closely with DCF, DMH, and DJJ in order to support children and families. One single approach is not suitable for everyone, so I take an integrative approach to therapy. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, ACT, Forensic Social Work, and Brief Therapy. I am also a master's Level Expert for CPCS. Public defenders can hire me as a consultant on cases.
Working towards PhD in Forensic Psychology.
Hello! I'm Jodie. Although I have specialized in working with children and adolescents, I also work with adults who have experienced trauma or struggle with other stressors. Past roles include senior leadership positions for nonprofits in the state of Massachusetts. This included working closely with DCF, DMH, and DJJ in order to support children and families. One single approach is not suitable for everyone, so I take an integrative approach to therapy. I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, ACT, Forensic Social Work, and Brief Therapy. I am also a master's Level Expert for CPCS. Public defenders can hire me as a consultant on cases.
Our problems are very reliable. They keep presenting themselves for our consideration. Your ability to be successful in therapy is closely tied to your willingness to stop and look around, take ownership, and choose a path forward. This requires creativity, effort, and courage. You employ your existing skills and strategies while learning new ones, ultimately moving each day towards living a life of integrity - a life in which your actions match your values. You stop running from problems and instead welcome their return, because these problems help you clarify what is truly important. The problem becomes the solution.
Our problems are very reliable. They keep presenting themselves for our consideration. Your ability to be successful in therapy is closely tied to your willingness to stop and look around, take ownership, and choose a path forward. This requires creativity, effort, and courage. You employ your existing skills and strategies while learning new ones, ultimately moving each day towards living a life of integrity - a life in which your actions match your values. You stop running from problems and instead welcome their return, because these problems help you clarify what is truly important. The problem becomes the solution.
Veronica King, PhD is a licensed Clinical Psychologist. DGE Psychological Services P.C. is a group she opened to provide services for adults, couples, and families with a wide range of mental health issues. The practice also includes SAP evaluations for those who are employed by a DOT regulated agency.
Veronica King, PhD is a licensed Clinical Psychologist. DGE Psychological Services P.C. is a group she opened to provide services for adults, couples, and families with a wide range of mental health issues. The practice also includes SAP evaluations for those who are employed by a DOT regulated agency.
I imagine if you are looking at this page, you've come to a point in your life where you're looking for things to change and your life to be easier. You may have been in therapy before and found it to be less than successful. Or maybe you've been happy in therapy in the past and are looking to begin again. You may question why you should go to therapy when you could just as easily talk to your hairdresser, a bartender or a friend. Or maybe this is your first time looking for help.
I imagine if you are looking at this page, you've come to a point in your life where you're looking for things to change and your life to be easier. You may have been in therapy before and found it to be less than successful. Or maybe you've been happy in therapy in the past and are looking to begin again. You may question why you should go to therapy when you could just as easily talk to your hairdresser, a bartender or a friend. Or maybe this is your first time looking for help.
I am collaborative, responsive, and direct, whether working with adolescents, individual adults or couples. I have varied training and specialties, and strive to assist those in treatment with me to reach an unsnarled, contented, mindful, chosen life. Aside from therapy of differing types and lengths, I also can offer second opinions, forensic consultations, and diagnostic assessments. A collaborative approach with you and with the other professional and personal contacts in your (or your family's) life is also my commitment.
I am collaborative, responsive, and direct, whether working with adolescents, individual adults or couples. I have varied training and specialties, and strive to assist those in treatment with me to reach an unsnarled, contented, mindful, chosen life. Aside from therapy of differing types and lengths, I also can offer second opinions, forensic consultations, and diagnostic assessments. A collaborative approach with you and with the other professional and personal contacts in your (or your family's) life is also my commitment.
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Forensic Psychology Therapists
How does forensic psychology work?
Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behavior that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.
Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?
Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.
Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?
In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behavior as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.
How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?
The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.