In Person Therapists in Franklin County, ME
1. Life is hard. 2. Everything Changes. 3. There is an ever-fluctuating flow of experience. -Buddha
1. Life is hard. 2. Everything Changes. 3. There is an ever-fluctuating flow of experience. -Buddha
As a clinician who has been in the field of mental and substance use for the better part of a decade, I utilize a client-centered approach. I hold strong to a no judgment policy in my practice and my goals are your goals, whatever they may be (related to substance use, of course). If you want abstinence, I will support you in obtaining abstinence; if you want harm reduction, I will support you in harm reduction. My goal is for you to have a place to feel safe while we work to discover and meet your needs.
As a clinician who has been in the field of mental and substance use for the better part of a decade, I utilize a client-centered approach. I hold strong to a no judgment policy in my practice and my goals are your goals, whatever they may be (related to substance use, of course). If you want abstinence, I will support you in obtaining abstinence; if you want harm reduction, I will support you in harm reduction. My goal is for you to have a place to feel safe while we work to discover and meet your needs.
We are each gifted... We are each wounded... Nobody escapes the extraordinary challenges of being human. What is it that is precious about my clients? How can they heal and release their unique gifts into this world? My passion is to support your life's imperative to transform injuries, and become fully energized to all that life has to offer. Within our journey lies the revelation of your most empowered Self. I've raised three children in the wilds of Maine and trekked in remote cultures and wildernesses around the world; yet it is within us that lies the greatest wilderness... its adversities, challenges, and wonders to behold.
We are each gifted... We are each wounded... Nobody escapes the extraordinary challenges of being human. What is it that is precious about my clients? How can they heal and release their unique gifts into this world? My passion is to support your life's imperative to transform injuries, and become fully energized to all that life has to offer. Within our journey lies the revelation of your most empowered Self. I've raised three children in the wilds of Maine and trekked in remote cultures and wildernesses around the world; yet it is within us that lies the greatest wilderness... its adversities, challenges, and wonders to behold.
And my schedule is Thursday 9 am - 2 pm (virtual and in person), Friday 9 am - 2 pm (virtual and in person), and Saturday 7 am - 12 pm (virtual and in person).
Feeling trapped? Swamped? Confused? Life can often seem like a whirlwind, with many things beyond our grasp. Dedicating time to prioritize personal growth, altering negative behaviors and thought processes, and enhancing skills to embrace what you cannot change is a valuable investment. An investment that paves the way for a more balanced, tranquil, and liberated life. I specialize in mindfulness, expressive exercises like writing and drawing, and nature-based work. No art experience required. Expressing yourself creatively is a powerful method to bridge your emotions and thoughts.
And my schedule is Thursday 9 am - 2 pm (virtual and in person), Friday 9 am - 2 pm (virtual and in person), and Saturday 7 am - 12 pm (virtual and in person).
Feeling trapped? Swamped? Confused? Life can often seem like a whirlwind, with many things beyond our grasp. Dedicating time to prioritize personal growth, altering negative behaviors and thought processes, and enhancing skills to embrace what you cannot change is a valuable investment. An investment that paves the way for a more balanced, tranquil, and liberated life. I specialize in mindfulness, expressive exercises like writing and drawing, and nature-based work. No art experience required. Expressing yourself creatively is a powerful method to bridge your emotions and thoughts.
Lauren Willard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wilton, ME 04294
Waitlist for new clients
I come from a strengths-based approach, meeting clients where they are at and building upon the skills and strengths they already possess. I have been in the social work field for a number of years and my focus has been around behavioral, emotional, and overall mental health. I have worked with individual clients, as well as families. My hope is to assist in your journey of bettering yourself.
I come from a strengths-based approach, meeting clients where they are at and building upon the skills and strengths they already possess. I have been in the social work field for a number of years and my focus has been around behavioral, emotional, and overall mental health. I have worked with individual clients, as well as families. My hope is to assist in your journey of bettering yourself.
We all face challenges in our lives. When these challenges become difficult to navigate they often create personal, interpersonal, and emotional imbalances. My passion is working with individuals to help them reconnect with themselves while finding balance and fulfillment in life. I offer private counseling services for individuals seeking mental health, substance use, and co-occurring care. I believe each individual is the expert on their own life and enjoy helping people utilize their strengths to realize their goals. Currently offering services via telehealth.
We all face challenges in our lives. When these challenges become difficult to navigate they often create personal, interpersonal, and emotional imbalances. My passion is working with individuals to help them reconnect with themselves while finding balance and fulfillment in life. I offer private counseling services for individuals seeking mental health, substance use, and co-occurring care. I believe each individual is the expert on their own life and enjoy helping people utilize their strengths to realize their goals. Currently offering services via telehealth.
Annie Pendygraft
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingfield, ME 04947
Waitlist for new clients
I am a psychotherapist practicing in Oregon and Maine. I specialize in working with adults recovering from trauma. I practice EMDR as well as somatic-based processing. I specialize in grief, trauma, anxiety, and improving cognitive and athletic performance. As a part of my sports-based trauma work, I offer Peak Performance coaching. In addition, I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals with major mental health concerns including bipolar disorder and psychosis. I am currently providing both in person and telehealth appointments.
I am a psychotherapist practicing in Oregon and Maine. I specialize in working with adults recovering from trauma. I practice EMDR as well as somatic-based processing. I specialize in grief, trauma, anxiety, and improving cognitive and athletic performance. As a part of my sports-based trauma work, I offer Peak Performance coaching. In addition, I have over 15 years of experience working with individuals with major mental health concerns including bipolar disorder and psychosis. I am currently providing both in person and telehealth appointments.
"I have walked through many lives, some of them my own, and I am not who I was, though some principle of being abides, from which I struggle not to stray." These lines, from "The Layers", by Stanley Kunitz, hint at the themes we will explore if you decide to enter psychotherapy with me: Who have you been, and who are you now? What principle of being has shaped your life's journey thus far? Where and when did you disregard this principle? And how may I support you in your effort to recognize and honor your most authentic self?
"I have walked through many lives, some of them my own, and I am not who I was, though some principle of being abides, from which I struggle not to stray." These lines, from "The Layers", by Stanley Kunitz, hint at the themes we will explore if you decide to enter psychotherapy with me: Who have you been, and who are you now? What principle of being has shaped your life's journey thus far? Where and when did you disregard this principle? And how may I support you in your effort to recognize and honor your most authentic self?
Mary Small / Emerge & Transform
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW , CCS
Verified Verified
Farmington, ME 04938
Not accepting new clients
I accept Clients ages 16 and up when slots are available. If you’re feeling tired, unhappy, unfulfilled, worried or stuck Emerge & Transform can help you find your best self to reach for your goals with renewed confidence. Assist you in coping with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma and much more with a holistic client centered approach. Please email for faster response or call and let me know what you need 207-860-0828.
I accept Clients ages 16 and up when slots are available. If you’re feeling tired, unhappy, unfulfilled, worried or stuck Emerge & Transform can help you find your best self to reach for your goals with renewed confidence. Assist you in coping with depression, anxiety, loss, trauma and much more with a holistic client centered approach. Please email for faster response or call and let me know what you need 207-860-0828.
Bridget LaRoche
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Farmington, ME 04938
Not accepting new clients
Do you want a counselor that you relate to as a human as well as a professional? Maybe one that is on the same wave length as you? I'm an authentic counselor that can help you navigate the messy stuff in your life that you might want to figure out or change. Do you just need to talk something out to figure out what's next? Are you already at that spot in life where you are ready to change something? Let's go there.
Do you want a counselor that you relate to as a human as well as a professional? Maybe one that is on the same wave length as you? I'm an authentic counselor that can help you navigate the messy stuff in your life that you might want to figure out or change. Do you just need to talk something out to figure out what's next? Are you already at that spot in life where you are ready to change something? Let's go there.
Online Therapists
Katie Coleman - Big Feelings Counseling
Counselor, MS, LCPC-c, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101
Welcoming new folks! I work with adult individuals and relationships, including romantic + non-romantic duos (i.e. friends, siblings, ex-partners). My work is trauma-/systems-informed and relational. Our work together will respond to your needs from this space, recognizing that no one approach fits all. We’ll make sense of a constellation of experiences, feelings, and thoughts, exploring their origins and contexts, protective functions, and impacts on your self and relationships. Our collaborative process enables you (us!) to gently explore past wounds, deepen reflection and curiosity, and find new ways of being to heal and grow.
Welcoming new folks! I work with adult individuals and relationships, including romantic + non-romantic duos (i.e. friends, siblings, ex-partners). My work is trauma-/systems-informed and relational. Our work together will respond to your needs from this space, recognizing that no one approach fits all. We’ll make sense of a constellation of experiences, feelings, and thoughts, exploring their origins and contexts, protective functions, and impacts on your self and relationships. Our collaborative process enables you (us!) to gently explore past wounds, deepen reflection and curiosity, and find new ways of being to heal and grow.
Hello, thank you for taking time to be here. Therapy is an investment in time, personal commitment, and money. My practice has shifted since COVID to seeing less people, for 60 to 90 minutes, and not accepting insurance. Hakomi, Mindfulness, Somatic Psychology, CBT and other modalities are part of the support provided as people move through grief (death, terminal illness, divorce...); healing past trauma, re-surfacing or ready to liberate from, the lies they embed in our narratives; and reclaiming the day to day wakefulness of being. Anxiety, depression, problems at the macro level, benefit from mindfulness and action, and therapy.
Hello, thank you for taking time to be here. Therapy is an investment in time, personal commitment, and money. My practice has shifted since COVID to seeing less people, for 60 to 90 minutes, and not accepting insurance. Hakomi, Mindfulness, Somatic Psychology, CBT and other modalities are part of the support provided as people move through grief (death, terminal illness, divorce...); healing past trauma, re-surfacing or ready to liberate from, the lies they embed in our narratives; and reclaiming the day to day wakefulness of being. Anxiety, depression, problems at the macro level, benefit from mindfulness and action, and therapy.
Have you ever experienced issues around your sex life, sexuality, or gender? These issues can feel awkward, lonely, and uncomfortable. Sexuality, sex, and gender are integral aspects of life that on the whole are ignored and misunderstood by society. Perhaps you want to learn about the desire difference between you and your partner, or you want to process through trauma that you have experienced in the past, or you would like to explore the world of BDSM and kink but have been too nervous to have a conversation with any of your friends. Regardless of your situation, your sexuality and gender needs are valid.
Have you ever experienced issues around your sex life, sexuality, or gender? These issues can feel awkward, lonely, and uncomfortable. Sexuality, sex, and gender are integral aspects of life that on the whole are ignored and misunderstood by society. Perhaps you want to learn about the desire difference between you and your partner, or you want to process through trauma that you have experienced in the past, or you would like to explore the world of BDSM and kink but have been too nervous to have a conversation with any of your friends. Regardless of your situation, your sexuality and gender needs are valid.
Adrienne J Bentsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04101
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.
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.
For over 30 years as a psychotherapist and wellness coach I have been committed to helping clients experience more joy in their lives. Whether challenged by anxiety, depression, addiction or stress, it all boils down to finding better ways to cope with life's curveballs. My approach is to work collaboratively with people to achieve their goals. I have extensive experience working with couples and strive to have each person feel heard and understood. In addition to my clinical work I offer virtual workshops and presentations on a regular basis. Feel free to call with any questions..
For over 30 years as a psychotherapist and wellness coach I have been committed to helping clients experience more joy in their lives. Whether challenged by anxiety, depression, addiction or stress, it all boils down to finding better ways to cope with life's curveballs. My approach is to work collaboratively with people to achieve their goals. I have extensive experience working with couples and strive to have each person feel heard and understood. In addition to my clinical work I offer virtual workshops and presentations on a regular basis. Feel free to call with any questions..
I am licensed in VT for self-pay clients in person or telehealth.
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.
I am licensed in VT for self-pay clients in person or telehealth.
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.
I have been working with individuals, couples, parents and families for over 30 years and I bring the benefit of this experience to your problems and issues. I look for the patterns that maintain dysfunctional relationships and help you to change these patterns so that the system can move to healthy functioning for the benefit of all members. For most people, problems in their significant relationships are the source of a great pain and suffering, sometimes manifesting in mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and addictions. The resolution of problems in relationships can help to alleviate some of these serious issues.
I have been working with individuals, couples, parents and families for over 30 years and I bring the benefit of this experience to your problems and issues. I look for the patterns that maintain dysfunctional relationships and help you to change these patterns so that the system can move to healthy functioning for the benefit of all members. For most people, problems in their significant relationships are the source of a great pain and suffering, sometimes manifesting in mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and addictions. The resolution of problems in relationships can help to alleviate some of these serious issues.
I am an independently licensed clinical social worker who provides counseling for a wide variety of problems, tailoring specific strategies to each person's unique situation and personality. I have extensive experience over 15 years working with children (all ages), adolescents, adults, seniors, couples and families. Strategies may include a wide variety of techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems, Expressive Therapy, movement based therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
I am an independently licensed clinical social worker who provides counseling for a wide variety of problems, tailoring specific strategies to each person's unique situation and personality. I have extensive experience over 15 years working with children (all ages), adolescents, adults, seniors, couples and families. Strategies may include a wide variety of techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems, Expressive Therapy, movement based therapy, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Gary Bingham is Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maine who has been practicing since 2008. He has a Master of Arts in Counselor Education. Gary has a rich background that parallels common mental health and substance use concerns that are prevalent in today’s society. For example, Gary has more than 16 years of experience working with clients struggling with mental health concerns, he has also worked in an intensive substance use treatment program for many years as a clinician, and as the manager of the program as well. Gary also specializes in trauma treatment.
Gary Bingham is Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maine who has been practicing since 2008. He has a Master of Arts in Counselor Education. Gary has a rich background that parallels common mental health and substance use concerns that are prevalent in today’s society. For example, Gary has more than 16 years of experience working with clients struggling with mental health concerns, he has also worked in an intensive substance use treatment program for many years as a clinician, and as the manager of the program as well. Gary also specializes in trauma treatment.
Positive change is always possible and change itself is inevitable. Therapy can allow for the types of changes you want by freeing yourself from patterns that lead to stress, conflict or withdrawal from life. Are you dissatisfied with life and do not know why? Having the courage to admit that life is not going well is the first step to changing what you need. I have more than a quarter century of working with multiple challenges with individuals, couples and families. There are lots of avenues one can explore in therapy to enable any individual, couple or family to get what they need.
Positive change is always possible and change itself is inevitable. Therapy can allow for the types of changes you want by freeing yourself from patterns that lead to stress, conflict or withdrawal from life. Are you dissatisfied with life and do not know why? Having the courage to admit that life is not going well is the first step to changing what you need. I have more than a quarter century of working with multiple challenges with individuals, couples and families. There are lots of avenues one can explore in therapy to enable any individual, couple or family to get what they need.
