Marriage Counseling Therapists in Portland, ME
![Photo of Sean Mitchell, LCPC-C, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a72db07a-b54c-40fe-93e6-b52dee6d75a7/2/320x400.jpeg)
I'm pleased to offer my services in several sectors of therapy for my clients including Personal Therapy, Family Counseling, Couples Therapy, and Marriage Counseling.
Living your best life starts with finding and using the tools you need to build awareness, healthy habits, and a positive outlook. My name is Sean Mitchell, and I look forward to working with you, and embarking on a journey to wellness together. My approach to counseling is based on a humanistic approach that emphasizes the importance of being one's true self in order to lead the most fulfilling life. We all have our own unique ways of looking at the world and this approach involves a core belief that people are good at heart, capable of making the right choices in life and can work towards developing their full potential.
I'm pleased to offer my services in several sectors of therapy for my clients including Personal Therapy, Family Counseling, Couples Therapy, and Marriage Counseling.
Living your best life starts with finding and using the tools you need to build awareness, healthy habits, and a positive outlook. My name is Sean Mitchell, and I look forward to working with you, and embarking on a journey to wellness together. My approach to counseling is based on a humanistic approach that emphasizes the importance of being one's true self in order to lead the most fulfilling life. We all have our own unique ways of looking at the world and this approach involves a core belief that people are good at heart, capable of making the right choices in life and can work towards developing their full potential.
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in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 22 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
in Marriage and Family therapy from Nova Southeastern University.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 22 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
![Photo of Rita Laura Siavelis, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/11b72f64-f262-46ba-88cc-6b1c675967fa/2/320x400.jpeg)
Rita Laura Siavelis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04103
Waitlist for new clients
I love relationships and the amazing feeling you get when you are truly connected to others. This passion has driven me to learn and cultivate skills to help others find this connection in their own lives. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. If you are struggling in your relationship, want a more satisfying bond, or find yourself in conflict with those you love; I can help.
I love relationships and the amazing feeling you get when you are truly connected to others. This passion has driven me to learn and cultivate skills to help others find this connection in their own lives. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. If you are struggling in your relationship, want a more satisfying bond, or find yourself in conflict with those you love; I can help.
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Dr. Dahlia Mann, Couples Counseling Virtually
Psychologist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Does it seem like your marriage is too difficult to repair? Are you worried that you won't feel happy together again? In counseling, you can learn to recover intimacy, joy, caring, and excitement in your relationship. Through simple, easy-to-implement tools and strategies, you can break free of old resentments and bad patterns, learn to trust each other again, break old habits, and be happier together. In therapy we will work on a dual level, helping you, as a couple, to work out your differences and become closer and, as individuals, to find your place.
Does it seem like your marriage is too difficult to repair? Are you worried that you won't feel happy together again? In counseling, you can learn to recover intimacy, joy, caring, and excitement in your relationship. Through simple, easy-to-implement tools and strategies, you can break free of old resentments and bad patterns, learn to trust each other again, break old habits, and be happier together. In therapy we will work on a dual level, helping you, as a couple, to work out your differences and become closer and, as individuals, to find your place.
![Photo of Erika Hubbard, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/a3d78371-5b10-4099-bac0-8575482b76b2/2/320x400.jpeg)
Erika specializes in treating women and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionism, co-dependency, as well as those with relationship and marriage difficulties. She is trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches that are tailored based on your individual needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are the approaches most often used in practice.
Erika specializes in treating women and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionism, co-dependency, as well as those with relationship and marriage difficulties. She is trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches that are tailored based on your individual needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) are the approaches most often used in practice.
![Photo of Doreen Peasley, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0b641f32-a63d-4e6d-94f0-fbcc5d83b7d6/3/320x400.jpeg)
Doreen Peasley is a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in both Maine and California. In her over forty years as a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, she has successfully assisted individuals, couples and families in discovering and achieving their goals and living more engaged and meaningful lives. Doreen supported our military by working with our service members and their families at military bases in the United States, Europe, and Asia for over twelve years. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology at San Diego State University and received her Master of Arts in Psychology at Pepperdine University.
Doreen Peasley is a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in both Maine and California. In her over forty years as a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, she has successfully assisted individuals, couples and families in discovering and achieving their goals and living more engaged and meaningful lives. Doreen supported our military by working with our service members and their families at military bases in the United States, Europe, and Asia for over twelve years. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology at San Diego State University and received her Master of Arts in Psychology at Pepperdine University.
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Dr. Mitch and Lisa Marriages/Couples Workshops
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
![Photo of Stephen A Joffe, MSW, LCSW-ME, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/51c968c4-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Stephen A Joffe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-ME
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Coaching, consultation, education and training in Bay Area, CA, and by encrypted video from any location. Experienced and expertise with couples, families, and individuals. Focus on the process of change to facilitate your evolution. Very experienced with children, adolescents, young adults and adults. Clients from 5-70+, male and female, all racial and ethnic groups, all religious orientations. Marital and couples work and parenting focused education. Provide guidance and support for college students struggling/in transition. Private pay. Licensed in Maine. Focus on the process of achieving change and barriers.
Coaching, consultation, education and training in Bay Area, CA, and by encrypted video from any location. Experienced and expertise with couples, families, and individuals. Focus on the process of change to facilitate your evolution. Very experienced with children, adolescents, young adults and adults. Clients from 5-70+, male and female, all racial and ethnic groups, all religious orientations. Marital and couples work and parenting focused education. Provide guidance and support for college students struggling/in transition. Private pay. Licensed in Maine. Focus on the process of achieving change and barriers.
![Photo of V Elizabeth Taxter, MS, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c15fbb5-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I am a seasoned clinician who has worked with adults, couples and families for over 30 years. Increased awareness leads to increased options. Often the work of therapy is about making or repairing connections--interpersonal, internal or perhaps even spiritual. I provide individual adult psychodynamic psychotherapy; couples counseling: marital, pre and post divorce. I use a multi modal approach often including assessment and treatment from a family systems perspective and a psychodynamic perspective. I reserve a portion of my practice to provide a safe and intriguing space for children to express themselves and to be understood by adults. Facilitated parent-child sessions often help.
I am a seasoned clinician who has worked with adults, couples and families for over 30 years. Increased awareness leads to increased options. Often the work of therapy is about making or repairing connections--interpersonal, internal or perhaps even spiritual. I provide individual adult psychodynamic psychotherapy; couples counseling: marital, pre and post divorce. I use a multi modal approach often including assessment and treatment from a family systems perspective and a psychodynamic perspective. I reserve a portion of my practice to provide a safe and intriguing space for children to express themselves and to be understood by adults. Facilitated parent-child sessions often help.
![Photo of Sarah P. Maloney, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f8f779d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah P. Maloney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04103
I also treat adults transitioning from marriage to divorce with co-parent coaching which is geared toward assisting co-parenting partners with this process.
Thank you for exploring my page on Psychology Today. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I provide individual, couples and family therapy with an approach that integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy and family systems models. (I do not treat children or adolescents in my practice.) My role as therapist is to help stimulate change by facilitating conversations that explore and lead to new ways of thinking about your life and relationships, and ways to initiate meaningful change.
I also treat adults transitioning from marriage to divorce with co-parent coaching which is geared toward assisting co-parenting partners with this process.
Thank you for exploring my page on Psychology Today. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I provide individual, couples and family therapy with an approach that integrates cognitive-behavioral therapy and family systems models. (I do not treat children or adolescents in my practice.) My role as therapist is to help stimulate change by facilitating conversations that explore and lead to new ways of thinking about your life and relationships, and ways to initiate meaningful change.
![Photo of Nicole Clarke, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fd27614f-0e23-4107-9519-9d0f0de0f342/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Nicole Clarke and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) based in Maine and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, couples relationships, and those with a history of trauma. I utilize a biopsychosocial approach assisting in looking at the entire person.
My name is Nicole Clarke and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) based in Maine and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, couples relationships, and those with a history of trauma. I utilize a biopsychosocial approach assisting in looking at the entire person.
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Hi! I'm Dr. Karen Klein. I'm a licensed Psychologist in Maine. I've been working in Maine for 38 years and have a variety of experiences working in Mental health Centers, nursing homes, and private practice. I've also worked with many different types of people but mostly see individuals who are depressed or anxious or experiencing significant trauma from some past event. I enjoy working with all individuals, especially with couples. When I worked at the Mental Health Center I developed the Marriage and Family Clinic where I trained doctoral students from all over the country in ways to do therapy with couples.
Hi! I'm Dr. Karen Klein. I'm a licensed Psychologist in Maine. I've been working in Maine for 38 years and have a variety of experiences working in Mental health Centers, nursing homes, and private practice. I've also worked with many different types of people but mostly see individuals who are depressed or anxious or experiencing significant trauma from some past event. I enjoy working with all individuals, especially with couples. When I worked at the Mental Health Center I developed the Marriage and Family Clinic where I trained doctoral students from all over the country in ways to do therapy with couples.
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David Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in providing treatment for a number of therapeutic issues such as marital conflict,stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger management, conflict resolution and sexual addictions.
I like to do a lot of listening and to provide emotional support prior to making any suggestions. Also, I have found that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a very effective component to counseling because it helps clients to identify habitual coping strategies that he/she has been employing that have helped to reduce stress in the past but now cause all sorts of problems. In addition to providing emotional support, I will help you to be mindful of these tendencies and practice replacing the thoughts (and the behaviors associated with them) with strategies that will help you live a happier,life.
I specialize in providing treatment for a number of therapeutic issues such as marital conflict,stress, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger management, conflict resolution and sexual addictions.
I like to do a lot of listening and to provide emotional support prior to making any suggestions. Also, I have found that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a very effective component to counseling because it helps clients to identify habitual coping strategies that he/she has been employing that have helped to reduce stress in the past but now cause all sorts of problems. In addition to providing emotional support, I will help you to be mindful of these tendencies and practice replacing the thoughts (and the behaviors associated with them) with strategies that will help you live a happier,life.
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Debra A Ouimette
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ThD, LADC, CASAC, SAP
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Pre-marital and Marriage Counseling.
I am a Substance Abuse Professional that blends therapeutic approaches to help each individual recover. I work with each person to help them find solutions to life's problems and reach their fullest potential. I offer tele-health options.I have 30 years experience as an addictions co-occurring therapist and Christian counselor. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment values based therapy to treat addiction problems. Family mediation is available for families in crisis. Couples counseling , individual therapy, mediation,and SAP services for federally licensed drivers are part of my scope of practice. "Every individual is deserving of help, hope, and healing."
Pre-marital and Marriage Counseling.
I am a Substance Abuse Professional that blends therapeutic approaches to help each individual recover. I work with each person to help them find solutions to life's problems and reach their fullest potential. I offer tele-health options.I have 30 years experience as an addictions co-occurring therapist and Christian counselor. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment values based therapy to treat addiction problems. Family mediation is available for families in crisis. Couples counseling , individual therapy, mediation,and SAP services for federally licensed drivers are part of my scope of practice. "Every individual is deserving of help, hope, and healing."
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Ginger Walker
Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
I provide marriage and family counseling, eating disorder treatment, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and emotionally-focused therapy.
With compassion and a uniquely client-centered approach to presenting concerns, I support you as you progress through life transitions for healing and growth. Clients say they appreciate the strong rapport, emotional reinforcement, insight, and holistic perspective. My style is interactive and nonjudgmental. I am dedicated to working with a variety of problem areas, including relationship conflict, trauma, anxiety, depression, and multi-cultural concerns. My work is integrative, concentrating on mind/body/spirit wellness. Counseling is offered on a brief or longer-term basis.
I provide marriage and family counseling, eating disorder treatment, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and emotionally-focused therapy.
With compassion and a uniquely client-centered approach to presenting concerns, I support you as you progress through life transitions for healing and growth. Clients say they appreciate the strong rapport, emotional reinforcement, insight, and holistic perspective. My style is interactive and nonjudgmental. I am dedicated to working with a variety of problem areas, including relationship conflict, trauma, anxiety, depression, and multi-cultural concerns. My work is integrative, concentrating on mind/body/spirit wellness. Counseling is offered on a brief or longer-term basis.
![Photo of Christopher Read, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ef516f26-3046-4b5c-bb97-eaf804be786f/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life, relationships, work, marriage and more provide challenges and are complicated to say the least. I pride myself in creating a therapeutic environment that allows everyone a space to reflect on your inner narrative. We then create a more accurate monologue that will help you transform your relationships with people, places and things.
Life, relationships, work, marriage and more provide challenges and are complicated to say the least. I pride myself in creating a therapeutic environment that allows everyone a space to reflect on your inner narrative. We then create a more accurate monologue that will help you transform your relationships with people, places and things.
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Heather DiYenno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04102
Specialties: Couples/Marriage Counseling, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression. I specialize in helping you and your partner improve communication, increase intimacy, gain new perspectives, work through conflict, and ultimately strengthen your relationship. It requires individual accountability, motivation, and a shared commitment. You are shaped by your lived experiences and your past has a profound impact on how you think, feel, and behave in the present. Understanding the origin of your own communication style, perceptions you hold, and behaviors creates an opportunity for personal growth and a deeper, more intimate connection.
Specialties: Couples/Marriage Counseling, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression. I specialize in helping you and your partner improve communication, increase intimacy, gain new perspectives, work through conflict, and ultimately strengthen your relationship. It requires individual accountability, motivation, and a shared commitment. You are shaped by your lived experiences and your past has a profound impact on how you think, feel, and behave in the present. Understanding the origin of your own communication style, perceptions you hold, and behaviors creates an opportunity for personal growth and a deeper, more intimate connection.
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NEW openings for couples! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in couple therapy. I have seen first hand–in the therapy room and in my own life–the healing that is possible when we feel safe enough to be vulnerable and honest in our relationships. In working with me you can expect a warm, incisive, endlessly curious, and empathic therapeutic partner for exploring what matters to you, what holds you back, and what is possible when you feel most authentically yourself. I hold a trauma-informed, justice-oriented, feminist framework, & use bottom-up modalities for working with nervous system regulation.
NEW openings for couples! I am a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in couple therapy. I have seen first hand–in the therapy room and in my own life–the healing that is possible when we feel safe enough to be vulnerable and honest in our relationships. In working with me you can expect a warm, incisive, endlessly curious, and empathic therapeutic partner for exploring what matters to you, what holds you back, and what is possible when you feel most authentically yourself. I hold a trauma-informed, justice-oriented, feminist framework, & use bottom-up modalities for working with nervous system regulation.
![Photo of Sarah Spiegel, MA, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f3ae6b49-21a3-4c09-b5ac-8bbbce88c75c/4/320x400.jpeg)
Seeking counseling is a sign of hope. My intent is to create a compassionate, grounded, and non-judgmental collaboration with you to facilitate change and help you move forward in a meaningful way. Let's tap into your strengths to get the most out of our sessions, making space for new insights and skills, and improving communication. My expertise includes helping people heal from past hurts and traumas, navigating life transitions, relationship issues (family, intimacy, parenting), depression, anxiety, stress reduction, conflict resolution, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are committed to growth.
Seeking counseling is a sign of hope. My intent is to create a compassionate, grounded, and non-judgmental collaboration with you to facilitate change and help you move forward in a meaningful way. Let's tap into your strengths to get the most out of our sessions, making space for new insights and skills, and improving communication. My expertise includes helping people heal from past hurts and traumas, navigating life transitions, relationship issues (family, intimacy, parenting), depression, anxiety, stress reduction, conflict resolution, and grief/loss. I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are committed to growth.
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Rosa Perlman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Taking the first step towards change can be difficult, yet it can also bring relief as you are moving closer to your most authentic self. My focus is on building a safe relationship as we heal wounds from your past while helping you live more fully in the present. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, loneliness, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions, family conflict and loss. I also offer group therapy to create opportunities for communal healing through connecting with others. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you deepen your relationships, gain coping skills and accomplish your goals.
Taking the first step towards change can be difficult, yet it can also bring relief as you are moving closer to your most authentic self. My focus is on building a safe relationship as we heal wounds from your past while helping you live more fully in the present. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, loneliness, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions, family conflict and loss. I also offer group therapy to create opportunities for communal healing through connecting with others. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you deepen your relationships, gain coping skills and accomplish your goals.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.