Autism Therapists in Falmouth, ME
Beth Main
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, BCC
Verified Verified
Falmouth, ME 04105 (Online Only)
I'm a counselor and ADHD coach, specializing in the treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) for adults and couples. I also help adults overcome the lingering effects of childhood trauma (a.k.a. developmental trauma). Most of my clients have both. I also have experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder, another commonly co-occurring condition. I do not work with children. You may find counseling with me to be different than what you’ve experienced in the past. I use techniques that go beyond talk therapy, including EMDR, EFT/Tapping, and Ego State / Parts Work. Because sometimes, talking about it isn't enough.
I'm a counselor and ADHD coach, specializing in the treatment of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD/ADD) for adults and couples. I also help adults overcome the lingering effects of childhood trauma (a.k.a. developmental trauma). Most of my clients have both. I also have experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder, another commonly co-occurring condition. I do not work with children. You may find counseling with me to be different than what you’ve experienced in the past. I use techniques that go beyond talk therapy, including EMDR, EFT/Tapping, and Ego State / Parts Work. Because sometimes, talking about it isn't enough.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults presenting with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, mood disorders, and academic needs related to giftedness and twice exceptionality (2e).
My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based telepsychology services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. I love the work and welcomes complex and challenging cases.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults presenting with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, anxiety, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, mood disorders, and academic needs related to giftedness and twice exceptionality (2e).
My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based telepsychology services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. I love the work and welcomes complex and challenging cases.
***Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth and In-Person***
***Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth and In-Person***
Welcome! I am so excited you are here! I support parents struggling to navigate their children's tricky and even baffling behaviors. My parent coaching approach is grounded in Interpersonal Neurobiology and Attachment Theory. Through our time and work together, you will gain access to your very own x-ray vision goggles. A necessity to seeing the need underlying your child's behavior. You will also explore your own thoughts and feelings about parenting and strengthen your connection to your child, AND yourself. I also offer Family Therapy, in home, for families looking to address attachment concerns and shift family dynamics.
Welcome! I am so excited you are here! I support parents struggling to navigate their children's tricky and even baffling behaviors. My parent coaching approach is grounded in Interpersonal Neurobiology and Attachment Theory. Through our time and work together, you will gain access to your very own x-ray vision goggles. A necessity to seeing the need underlying your child's behavior. You will also explore your own thoughts and feelings about parenting and strengthen your connection to your child, AND yourself. I also offer Family Therapy, in home, for families looking to address attachment concerns and shift family dynamics.
Brittany Hemphill
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW-cc
Verified Verified
Falmouth, ME 04105
Waitlist for new clients
My passion and hope is to provide a safe and supportive space where healthy work can be done. Every challenge that is faced is part of the journey of life, and I work to help clients identify their strengths and continue developing onto them, building confidence and joy along the way.
My passion and hope is to provide a safe and supportive space where healthy work can be done. Every challenge that is faced is part of the journey of life, and I work to help clients identify their strengths and continue developing onto them, building confidence and joy along the way.
I am an intern therapist focused on helping you find meaning in life’s challenges. I’m currently pursuing my counseling degree at the University of Southern Maine. I hold a master’s degree in theological studies from Boston College and have experience in interfaith hospital chaplaincy. I’m passionate about guiding individuals through life transitions, complex grief, family health crises, and spiritual exploration, especially after religious/spiritual trauma and abuse.
I am an intern therapist focused on helping you find meaning in life’s challenges. I’m currently pursuing my counseling degree at the University of Southern Maine. I hold a master’s degree in theological studies from Boston College and have experience in interfaith hospital chaplaincy. I’m passionate about guiding individuals through life transitions, complex grief, family health crises, and spiritual exploration, especially after religious/spiritual trauma and abuse.
Welcome! Finding a therapist who is a "good fit" is so important, as there is amazing power, grace, and opportunity in this relationship. It is my great joy and honor to walk alongside people on their current path. I am deeply committed to respecting the life experience and personal journey of others. Whether you are facing a bump in the road, an unexpected detour, weariness from the travel, or the need to create a new trail altogether, we can work together to create smoother, safer, easier traveling. May you come home to your own beautiful heart and unique and meaningful life.
Welcome! Finding a therapist who is a "good fit" is so important, as there is amazing power, grace, and opportunity in this relationship. It is my great joy and honor to walk alongside people on their current path. I am deeply committed to respecting the life experience and personal journey of others. Whether you are facing a bump in the road, an unexpected detour, weariness from the travel, or the need to create a new trail altogether, we can work together to create smoother, safer, easier traveling. May you come home to your own beautiful heart and unique and meaningful life.
Dr. Lydia Ward-Gray has over 30 years’ experience helping people heal from traumas, learn new coping skills and discover greater self-awareness and meaning in their lives. If you seek to understand yourself better and create deeper meaning and purpose in your life, or are struggling with stress overload and anxiety, and want new skills to cope— particularly during this challenging pandemic — working with Dr. Lydia Ward-Gray can help. Working flexibly with persons of all ages, backgrounds and life paths, Dr. Ward-Gray offers a variety of helpful tools to help you reclaim your sense of well-being and get your life back on track.
Dr. Lydia Ward-Gray has over 30 years’ experience helping people heal from traumas, learn new coping skills and discover greater self-awareness and meaning in their lives. If you seek to understand yourself better and create deeper meaning and purpose in your life, or are struggling with stress overload and anxiety, and want new skills to cope— particularly during this challenging pandemic — working with Dr. Lydia Ward-Gray can help. Working flexibly with persons of all ages, backgrounds and life paths, Dr. Ward-Gray offers a variety of helpful tools to help you reclaim your sense of well-being and get your life back on track.
Alana Leighton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC-C, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Falmouth, ME 04105 (Online Only)
Counseling is something that has been negatively stigmatized for far too long. I applaud you for taking the first step towards not only fighting that stigma, but fighting for your own mental health. I’d like to put forward my most genuine and authentic self to work with you towards creating a healthier future where you can envision yourself a more stable and happy person. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and will to be as inclusive as possible.
Counseling is something that has been negatively stigmatized for far too long. I applaud you for taking the first step towards not only fighting that stigma, but fighting for your own mental health. I’d like to put forward my most genuine and authentic self to work with you towards creating a healthier future where you can envision yourself a more stable and happy person. I welcome clients from all backgrounds and will to be as inclusive as possible.
Lorraine Fern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falmouth, ME 04105
Waitlist for new clients
It’s important to feel comfortable coming to therapy just as you are. Many of us experience major life changes, challenging relationships, grief, guilt, anxiety, or trauma reactions, that cause us to feel self-doubt, to feel disconnected from our needs and bodies, and to even minimize our own experiences. My approach, which is intersectional, developmentally focused, and trauma-informed, helps you tap into the knowledge your body and emotions have for you, while developing skills so these feelings don’t overwhelm and take center stage. I have limited openings for new parents with perinatal mood disorders
It’s important to feel comfortable coming to therapy just as you are. Many of us experience major life changes, challenging relationships, grief, guilt, anxiety, or trauma reactions, that cause us to feel self-doubt, to feel disconnected from our needs and bodies, and to even minimize our own experiences. My approach, which is intersectional, developmentally focused, and trauma-informed, helps you tap into the knowledge your body and emotions have for you, while developing skills so these feelings don’t overwhelm and take center stage. I have limited openings for new parents with perinatal mood disorders
Jonelle- Healthy Minds Counseling, Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Falmouth, ME 04105 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Jonelle. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker passionate about empowering you to improve your mental health and make positive behavior changes. I graduated with my Master of Social Work from Adelphi University, with a degree specialization in Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Trauma in Context.
Hi, my name is Jonelle. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker passionate about empowering you to improve your mental health and make positive behavior changes. I graduated with my Master of Social Work from Adelphi University, with a degree specialization in Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Trauma in Context.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile. I bring 20-plus years of experience working with adults, youth, and families in private practice, wilderness, athletics, and school-based settings. The aim of my practice environment is comfort, emotional attunement, and safety. Therapy is a personal journey, and I am honored to be with you. My approach is relaxed with respectful curiosity motivated by your needs for wellness. I welcome you to expressively wonder, observe, reflect, and cultivate your sense of wholeness. By building trust and understanding, we will gently & intentionally set out towards your goals.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile. I bring 20-plus years of experience working with adults, youth, and families in private practice, wilderness, athletics, and school-based settings. The aim of my practice environment is comfort, emotional attunement, and safety. Therapy is a personal journey, and I am honored to be with you. My approach is relaxed with respectful curiosity motivated by your needs for wellness. I welcome you to expressively wonder, observe, reflect, and cultivate your sense of wholeness. By building trust and understanding, we will gently & intentionally set out towards your goals.
Morning/midday availability. Can best reply to emaiI. I integrate a variety of approaches in my work, with a value on relationship and finding creative ways to make treatment individual. I practiced at Bowdoin College for students struggling with identity exploration, anxiety, depression and relationships. I spent 3 years working in residential/day treatment with adolescents (and their families) who have endured complex trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, and developmental disabilities. Much of my experience is with children, adolescents and young adults, though I am open to working with all ages and cater treatment to each client.
Morning/midday availability. Can best reply to emaiI. I integrate a variety of approaches in my work, with a value on relationship and finding creative ways to make treatment individual. I practiced at Bowdoin College for students struggling with identity exploration, anxiety, depression and relationships. I spent 3 years working in residential/day treatment with adolescents (and their families) who have endured complex trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, and developmental disabilities. Much of my experience is with children, adolescents and young adults, though I am open to working with all ages and cater treatment to each client.
Steve, Healthy Minds Counseling Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falmouth, ME 04105 (Online Only)
I work in partnership with folks that are wanting to make change and sometimes need the support, skills, and empowerment to work towards their goals for wellness. I enjoy using easy approaches, developing trusting relationships, and breaking down the challenges that may feel overwhelming into smaller achievable goals. I have had the privilege to work with a vast population of people and multiple age ranges, but find myself gravitating most to young to middle age adults.
I work in partnership with folks that are wanting to make change and sometimes need the support, skills, and empowerment to work towards their goals for wellness. I enjoy using easy approaches, developing trusting relationships, and breaking down the challenges that may feel overwhelming into smaller achievable goals. I have had the privilege to work with a vast population of people and multiple age ranges, but find myself gravitating most to young to middle age adults.
Life can be hard. Being able to talk about what’s happening in your life is important although sometimes challenging. I hope during our time together we will create a relationship of trust. Trust that it’s safe to open up. Trust to see that your feelings are valid and that with support and learning new skills you will reach the other side stronger and wiser.
Life can be hard. Being able to talk about what’s happening in your life is important although sometimes challenging. I hope during our time together we will create a relationship of trust. Trust that it’s safe to open up. Trust to see that your feelings are valid and that with support and learning new skills you will reach the other side stronger and wiser.
Bridget N. Tremblay PsyD, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falmouth, ME 04105
My desire is to create a safe and trusting relationship with individuals of all genders, sexual identities, neurotypes, diversities, and cultures. My goal is for you to feel understood and accepted in your experiences and stories. Together, we can explore past experiences and discover new ones you wish to have. I am skilled in providing therapy in various settings, including groups, couples, families, and individuals, spanning from children and adolescents to adults. While the outcome of therapy cannot be guaranteed, honesty and authenticity will enhance the chances of a successful experience.
My desire is to create a safe and trusting relationship with individuals of all genders, sexual identities, neurotypes, diversities, and cultures. My goal is for you to feel understood and accepted in your experiences and stories. Together, we can explore past experiences and discover new ones you wish to have. I am skilled in providing therapy in various settings, including groups, couples, families, and individuals, spanning from children and adolescents to adults. While the outcome of therapy cannot be guaranteed, honesty and authenticity will enhance the chances of a successful experience.
Mary Cole
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falmouth, ME 04105
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome! Please note that I have a waitlist. My experience is with all ages and, in therapy, you can expect a nonjudgmental environment tailored to your personality, situation, & needs. I take a collaborative approach and invite you to sit in the driver’s seat of your counseling experience; you are the expert in your life and it is likely that I have resources, strategies, and insight to offer from the passenger seat that will help you find the healing and wellness that you deserve. We will use therapeutic modalities that are accessible and supportive for you.
Hello and welcome! Please note that I have a waitlist. My experience is with all ages and, in therapy, you can expect a nonjudgmental environment tailored to your personality, situation, & needs. I take a collaborative approach and invite you to sit in the driver’s seat of your counseling experience; you are the expert in your life and it is likely that I have resources, strategies, and insight to offer from the passenger seat that will help you find the healing and wellness that you deserve. We will use therapeutic modalities that are accessible and supportive for you.
Kristen D Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Falmouth, ME 04105 (Online Only)
How are you feeling right now? My clients are people from all different situations and are looking for meaning, connection, and help deciding what they want to do next. Life can be hard and scary, but by working together to understand trauma and what is impacting you, you will start to decide on solutions that feel good. You are taking the first step now, and you don't have to do this alone.
How are you feeling right now? My clients are people from all different situations and are looking for meaning, connection, and help deciding what they want to do next. Life can be hard and scary, but by working together to understand trauma and what is impacting you, you will start to decide on solutions that feel good. You are taking the first step now, and you don't have to do this alone.
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Skye Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, LCPC
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04103 (Online Only)
I work with Autism in adults, adolescents, folks with trauma history, music industry professionals, the LBGTQI+ community.
Accepting new telehealth clients in ME & TN! You deserve to have a safe space where you feel accepted. You can have a life full of abundance, peace, and joy. Life may be more overwhelming than you could ever imagine. I get it! We will work together to identify sources of stress, difficult emotions, & limiting thoughts and behavior patterns in order to develop resources for more satisfaction, fulfillment, and joy in your life. My goal is to be deeply present with your experiences in order to help you become more expansive, self- aware, confident, and validated so that you can find your path that leads to your most authentic self.
I work with Autism in adults, adolescents, folks with trauma history, music industry professionals, the LBGTQI+ community.
Accepting new telehealth clients in ME & TN! You deserve to have a safe space where you feel accepted. You can have a life full of abundance, peace, and joy. Life may be more overwhelming than you could ever imagine. I get it! We will work together to identify sources of stress, difficult emotions, & limiting thoughts and behavior patterns in order to develop resources for more satisfaction, fulfillment, and joy in your life. My goal is to be deeply present with your experiences in order to help you become more expansive, self- aware, confident, and validated so that you can find your path that leads to your most authentic self.
As a counselor, I bring unconditional positive regard, a belief in individual strengths, and an unwavering commitment to you. I am genuine, empathic, intuitive, and passionate about helping you. I use person centered therapy first and foremost; meaning that I'm always looking for the good in you, believing in you and supporting you to make your life feel it's most fulfilled. For each person that's different - for some it's "happiness", for some it's being present or mindful, and for some it's managing symptoms so other things can be balanced in their life. From this support, I hope to create a space where you can pursue your needs.
As a counselor, I bring unconditional positive regard, a belief in individual strengths, and an unwavering commitment to you. I am genuine, empathic, intuitive, and passionate about helping you. I use person centered therapy first and foremost; meaning that I'm always looking for the good in you, believing in you and supporting you to make your life feel it's most fulfilled. For each person that's different - for some it's "happiness", for some it's being present or mindful, and for some it's managing symptoms so other things can be balanced in their life. From this support, I hope to create a space where you can pursue your needs.
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Autism Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.