Therapists Beginning With R in Maine

I have worked in this field for over 30 years in hospital, residential, day treatment, outpatient and home settings. My experience is primarily with young adults and with families who have children with special needs whether neurotypical or behavioral. I have worked with a lot of adolescents and pre-teens who are having difficulty adjusting to the demands of individuation and separation. It is important to regard everyone's life situation as unique and to support the process of personal awareness and growth.

Let’s face it, life can be tough. This can result in you feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, maybe even defeated. You long for a happier, less complicated, more fulfilling life but aren’t sure how to make that happen! Don’t give up, I am here to help! Using a strengths based approach intended to both empower and build resilience, we will work together to overcome these challenges and the mindset that keeps you stuck there. Creating change is never easy of course, but it is possible once you have the tools and confidence to make it happen. Let me help you get from where you are now to where you would like to be!

I firmly believe in providing a safe place for all. I am a believer that you are the expert in all things you! Therefore, I aim to meet you where you are. To do this, I utilize an eclectic approach drawing on multiple counseling theories, such as Person-Centered and strengths-based approaches to help identify current issues you wish to address in therapy and the strengths you possess to overcome and work through life’s problems. Additionally, I have been formally trained in and utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Tf-CBT).

Welcome! Are you hoping to decrease daily stressors and concerns, gain confidence and have support in setting appropriate boundaries? Through a thoughtful process we can address these concerns and improve your overall quality of life. I am specialized in treating adolescents and adults. I provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults with a wide range of clinical concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, eating disorders and perinatal mental health.

I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and certified as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I offer a cognitive behavioral orientation which focuses on a goal orientated client centered approach and I am certified as a level two EMDR therapist. I have experience at both the inpatient and outpatient levels and have worked with a wide range of mental health and substance abuse topics. I currently hold a master's degree in both education and professional counseling and in the process of pursuing my PhD in psychology. I work with adolescents and adults and provide treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, and dual diagnosis.

Please take this moment to acknowledge for yourself that you have taken the first step toward making yourself a priority. I view counseling as a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on a foundation of safety, open-mindedness, and authenticity. You are the expert of your own life and experiences. As your therapist, I would feel honored if you would help me understand life through your perspective and be willing for me to walk alongside you in this part of your journey.

As a licensed clinical psychologist, I believe that sustainable growth happens when you feel seen, and when we are developing a safe and collaborative working relationship. Psychotherapy often focuses on improving coping skills, increasing interpersonal richness, and building a more solid self-experience. This work requires consideration of the underlying dynamics existing in emotions, ways of thinking, and relational patterns that are connected to—but sometimes larger than behavior itself. I strive to work from a place of curiosity, warmth, flexibility, and commitment.

Intrusive thoughts can make you feel trapped, guilty, and confused. Perhaps these thoughts are distressing or scary and lead you to feel compelled to complete tasks or think certain things to make yourself feel better. You are not alone and this is not your fault. I utilize the evidence-based practice of Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy in conjunction with the creativity and playfulness of Drama Therapy to face these obsessions and compulsions head on with bravery and without shame. You are not your thoughts and they don’t have to keep controlling you!

I believe we are all put here to fulfil the plans and purpose the Lord has for our lives. Sometimes along the way, we can get a little derailed or just not know how to quantify that. As we heal past hurts and areas of conflict, we can begin to dream again and find right where we need to be. It would be an honor to walk alongside you in your journey! I am an Ordained Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and a Certified Temperament Christian Counselor through the National Christian Counselors Association (NCCA).

Welcome! I am glad you are here.  I acknowledge the courage it takes to be open to the therapeutic process. I believe self-compassion is at the heart of our work together and is a powerful step in the healing journey. My goal is to support you in greeting pain in order to make greater space for the life you desire. I strive to tailor our sessions to meet your needs, honor your strengths, and welcome you wherever you are.

As a Human Development Educator, inasmuch as all problems require solutions, I assist clients to develop timely approaches to conflict-resolution; based on comprehensive principles for learning to master critical struggles. In my consultations I will reliably reflect outstanding understanding, for analyzing the dynamics of conflict-resolution; particularly addressing how psychology positively or negatively affects individual and family identities, attitudes, beliefs, choices, and behaviors; regarding personal and interactive outcomes.

I offer a non-judgmental, empathetic space to give you room to process areas of your life that may be causing distress. My hope is that when you leave my office, you'll feel heard and empowered. I find it to be a privilege to walk alongside people as they explore their thoughts, emotions and experiences. I'll support you by using evidence base practices, such as Client Centered and Motivational Interviewing. My experience as a therapist has given me the opportunity to work with people who have experienced trauma, as well as people living with substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, grief and major mental health concerns.

Liminal times are those periods in life where you are not where you were and not yet where you are meant to be. These can be confusing and stressful experiences for people and I find myself very drawn to this work. There are different stages of change in an individual's life and it can be very painful to outgrow things that once brought you joy and a sense of purpose. I have studied the developmental stages in the life cycle from adolescence, young adulthood, the middle years to growing older with grace and dignity. I enjoy working with individuals as they evolve and find a new place in life that brings them meaning and contentment.

Everything changes, but the feeling of change. It can be hard to find the way on your own. Everyone can use a little extra support now and then. Especially if you have recently gone through a significant change in your life or you are anticipating one. By successfully working through these changes, you will not only find your way, but you will gain coping skills for future change.

This space is yours for reflection, processing, and making movement at your own pace. My role is to provide tools or strategies that partner with you as you make changes in your life to meet your own goals. Some reasons people seek counseling may include reducing symptoms of a mental health diagnosis, strengthening family relationships, finding balance between the many life responsibilities, improving social relationships/communication/boundary setting, exploring their identity, navigating impact of family addiction/mental health of a loved one, having a space to talk about the challenges of parenting, and many more.

As a professional licensed drug and alcohol counselor in the Midcoast Maine for over 30 years, I have had the privilege working with numerous young adults and their families that have been affected by substance use/abuse. I have worked in the public school systems, private schools as well as with various post-secondary institutions. Not all clients I work with have crossed the line into addiction.

Welcome! I'm passionate about helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and strengthen their relationships. I support clients in healing from divorce, relationship issues, trauma, and anxiety. Specializing in neurodivergence and High Sensitivity (HSP), I empower my clients to fully embrace themselves and move through life with greater confidence to be themselves. I believe in bringing my whole self into the therapeutic space, fostering an atmosphere of trust and authenticity. By encouraging genuine expression from my clients, I aim to cultivate deep and meaningful connections that lead to lasting positive change.

Therapy provides an opportunity to be empathically heard, to gain insight into thoughts and behaviors, to identify and practice healthy coping skills and to cultivate growth and resilience in a safe and welcoming atmosphere. I offer a trauma-informed approach for a variety of client needs, utilizing traditional psychotherapy and other techniques such as EMDR, play therapy, guided imagery therapy, biofield tuning and other somatic tools to promote healing and wellness.