Depression Therapists in Old Town, ME
![Photo of Josh Adam Dyer, LCPC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/26f7637c-88a7-4425-960e-8211657697c6/3/320x400.jpeg)
Josh Adam Dyer
Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Old Town, ME 04468 (Online Only)
I value acceptance in my work with people, and in that focus I want to encourage people to be who they want to be in the world, and in the process, I strive to take a supportive and objective role. In the daily chaos that fills our lives I want to help people regain a sense of personal and familial clarity and agency so they can live happier and feel more connected. With that said, I want to meet those I support where they are at in their process towards being mentally and physically well. As an aside, my primary billing focus is cash.
I value acceptance in my work with people, and in that focus I want to encourage people to be who they want to be in the world, and in the process, I strive to take a supportive and objective role. In the daily chaos that fills our lives I want to help people regain a sense of personal and familial clarity and agency so they can live happier and feel more connected. With that said, I want to meet those I support where they are at in their process towards being mentally and physically well. As an aside, my primary billing focus is cash.
![Photo of Allen Drucker, MEd, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bd58cf1-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/5/320x400.jpeg)
Does it seem as if your life has gone off track? Do you feel as if you've derailed or missed the boat altogether? Do you secretly feel that your kids are driving you off the edge? Are family issues and voices from the past getting in the way of your meeting your goals? Now is the time to change. Maybe I can help.
Does it seem as if your life has gone off track? Do you feel as if you've derailed or missed the boat altogether? Do you secretly feel that your kids are driving you off the edge? Are family issues and voices from the past getting in the way of your meeting your goals? Now is the time to change. Maybe I can help.
![Photo of Linda Cousens, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3de30c94-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Is it time for positive change and support in your life? Do you want to feel more empowered, to heal from the past and deal with current issues so you can move forward in your life? As your therapist or life coach, I commit to supporting you on your journey toward wellness, and I believe in your ability to achieve that. I offer you a genuine caring and professional relationship where you will feel comfortable and be able to work toward your goals.
Is it time for positive change and support in your life? Do you want to feel more empowered, to heal from the past and deal with current issues so you can move forward in your life? As your therapist or life coach, I commit to supporting you on your journey toward wellness, and I believe in your ability to achieve that. I offer you a genuine caring and professional relationship where you will feel comfortable and be able to work toward your goals.
![Photo of Tricia Westwood, MA, MEd, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/de0e7603-840b-4e37-90a8-a0771da78529/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tricia Westwood
Counselor, MA, MEd, LCPC
Verified Verified
Old Town, ME 04468 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I enjoy helping teens and adults to overcome worry and stress as well as feelings of shame, depression and anxiety; specifically for women and men to realize their true potential in the many roles they have as adults, both at home and at work.
Working with a diverse client base, I have over 10 years of direct clinical experience focusing on issues affecting adults and teens. I use a variety of trauma-specific approaches, e.g., EMDR, IFS, and CBT to help you reach your goals in the best possible manner. With 20 years of industrial and business experience I can also help individuals be successful in the work place through career counseling and manager/owner coaching.
I enjoy helping teens and adults to overcome worry and stress as well as feelings of shame, depression and anxiety; specifically for women and men to realize their true potential in the many roles they have as adults, both at home and at work.
Working with a diverse client base, I have over 10 years of direct clinical experience focusing on issues affecting adults and teens. I use a variety of trauma-specific approaches, e.g., EMDR, IFS, and CBT to help you reach your goals in the best possible manner. With 20 years of industrial and business experience I can also help individuals be successful in the work place through career counseling and manager/owner coaching.
![Photo of Tamara J Hunt, PhD, LCPC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/305afd3c-80eb-48a1-9002-0d87fae68842/3/320x400.png)
Tamara J Hunt
Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Old Town, ME 04468 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hunt has specialized training in several areas including: Trauma, Grief & Loss, Adoption, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, Adjustment Issues, Gender & Sexual Identity, ASD and Intellectual Disabilities, ADHD, Medical Issues and more.
Clients present for counseling for a myriad of reasons. Life can offer opportunities for problem solving and sometimes that can feel overwhelming and challenging to resolve without professional help. Seeking support to address ways to improve self-care skills, mental wellness, and general over all health can improve your life.
Hunt has specialized training in several areas including: Trauma, Grief & Loss, Adoption, Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorders, Adjustment Issues, Gender & Sexual Identity, ASD and Intellectual Disabilities, ADHD, Medical Issues and more.
Clients present for counseling for a myriad of reasons. Life can offer opportunities for problem solving and sometimes that can feel overwhelming and challenging to resolve without professional help. Seeking support to address ways to improve self-care skills, mental wellness, and general over all health can improve your life.
![Photo of Rena M Lolar, MEd, LCPC, CCS, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3097fc32-a070-4007-81a1-9c4abc720c19/1/320x400.jpeg)
Rena M Lolar
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, CCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Town, ME 04468 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I currently work with adults with mental health & wellness challenges impeding their ability to be their best "self" and preventing them from achieving full and sustainable lives. I specialize in working with people with autism, diverse and underrepresented populations, personal health and wellness, relationship challenges, self-esteem, challenges with identity or working through difficult life transitions.
I currently work with adults with mental health & wellness challenges impeding their ability to be their best "self" and preventing them from achieving full and sustainable lives. I specialize in working with people with autism, diverse and underrepresented populations, personal health and wellness, relationship challenges, self-esteem, challenges with identity or working through difficult life transitions.
More Therapists Nearby
![Photo of Jarrid Jones, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f1dcec9f-d269-4060-85b0-7030722770f3/2/320x400.jpeg)
Hello, If you find that you are at a loss in handling stress, anxiety or frustration, I am hopeful that you will find relief in our work together. Sessions include discovering new ways to cope, including cognitive and mindfulness-based skill building. My practice is focused on helping with recovery from stress related to trauma, anxiety, depression and substance use. Thank you, Jarrid Jones, LCSW, LADC, CCS. My practice is focused on the following areas: Parenting Relationship Issues Stress related to anxiety/ depression Substance Use Trauma and PTSD
Hello, If you find that you are at a loss in handling stress, anxiety or frustration, I am hopeful that you will find relief in our work together. Sessions include discovering new ways to cope, including cognitive and mindfulness-based skill building. My practice is focused on helping with recovery from stress related to trauma, anxiety, depression and substance use. Thank you, Jarrid Jones, LCSW, LADC, CCS. My practice is focused on the following areas: Parenting Relationship Issues Stress related to anxiety/ depression Substance Use Trauma and PTSD
![Photo of Linda Suzanne Elma - Life Skills Management Services, LLC, MBA, MSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ed40080e-d65b-411d-8a88-5118813bc009/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life Skills Management Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MBA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Orono, ME 04473 (Online Only)
We are licensed in Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
We are licensed in Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.
![Photo of Michelle Darby-O'Bar, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/46acbf2d-5874-4fa7-ab2a-eeb22ffae215/1/320x400.png)
I support adults experiencing a variety of life challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, gender dysphoria, and other day to day life struggles. Proudly serving the LGBTQIA+ community (including letters for gender affirming surgery). I prefer a relaxed environment in which I collaborate with the people I work with to identify their unique treatment needs and approaches. I value open communication in a safe, supportive environment.
I support adults experiencing a variety of life challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, gender dysphoria, and other day to day life struggles. Proudly serving the LGBTQIA+ community (including letters for gender affirming surgery). I prefer a relaxed environment in which I collaborate with the people I work with to identify their unique treatment needs and approaches. I value open communication in a safe, supportive environment.
![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.
![Photo of Lisa Leadbetter, MEd, LCPC, NCC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/909c5270-f985-4e1e-94a2-da3af17ccb34/2/320x400.jpeg)
Lisa Leadbetter
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bangor, ME 04401 (Online Only)
There can be barriers to therapy including privacy, transportation, and being too busy to make an appointment. For those living with challenges like provider burnout, anxiety, depression, professional identity, addictions, effects of trauma, abuse, or low self esteem; online teletherapy can help with the added benefit of engaging with your therapist at a time and place that is not only convenient, but private. There is decades of research that demonstrates therapy can help, and quickly. Please email me and let me answer any other questions you might have. I look forward to hearing from you. E-mail is the best way to contact me.
There can be barriers to therapy including privacy, transportation, and being too busy to make an appointment. For those living with challenges like provider burnout, anxiety, depression, professional identity, addictions, effects of trauma, abuse, or low self esteem; online teletherapy can help with the added benefit of engaging with your therapist at a time and place that is not only convenient, but private. There is decades of research that demonstrates therapy can help, and quickly. Please email me and let me answer any other questions you might have. I look forward to hearing from you. E-mail is the best way to contact me.
![Photo of Terri-Lynn Allen, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bade55ab-c133-4fd7-b11b-e0e7fcc0a8fe/1/320x400.png)
Terri-Lynn Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bangor, ME 04401 (Online Only)
My name is Terri-Lynn Allen, I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Maine, seeing clients statewide through telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, and trauma, using DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy to help my clients identify barriers to reaching their goals. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and daily stressors. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and a simply feeling overwhelmed.
My name is Terri-Lynn Allen, I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Maine, seeing clients statewide through telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, and trauma, using DBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy to help my clients identify barriers to reaching their goals. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and daily stressors. This often takes the form of anxiety, depression, and a simply feeling overwhelmed.
![Photo of April O'Grady - Psychological Services Center, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cb13404a-e0fc-46f8-8f6c-6cfdd87baa39/3/320x400.jpeg)
Current clinics are adult depression & anxiety, child anxiety & depression, and child PCIT.
Hello, we are a clinic based at the University of Maine and serve clients throughout the entire state of Maine community. Our services are primarily in-person and we are also glad to serve clients from more distant areas of Maine through telehealth. We offer research-based psychological treatments, such as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), for a wide range of ages and difficulties, and are staffed by Clinician-Psychologist teams with specific expertise. Although we don't take insurance, our sliding fee scale means that the session fee is often less than or equal to an insurance copay.
Current clinics are adult depression & anxiety, child anxiety & depression, and child PCIT.
Hello, we are a clinic based at the University of Maine and serve clients throughout the entire state of Maine community. Our services are primarily in-person and we are also glad to serve clients from more distant areas of Maine through telehealth. We offer research-based psychological treatments, such as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), for a wide range of ages and difficulties, and are staffed by Clinician-Psychologist teams with specific expertise. Although we don't take insurance, our sliding fee scale means that the session fee is often less than or equal to an insurance copay.
![Photo of Cinder Savage, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e6a86849-5ad8-41f0-97c1-e2b2a20fa93f/1/320x400.jpeg)
My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, aging, ADHD, addiction, grief, self-esteem and self-worth, and life transitions.
Hi, I am Cinder Savage, LCSW, CADC. I employ a strengths-based model and believe that each person's story is uniquely their own and deserves honor and acknowledgement as to how they want to share it. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, aging, ADHD, addiction, grief and life transitions. Therapists call skills their "toolbox". In my toolbox I have CBT, DBT, solutions focused, motivational interviewing, and EMDR. As a drug and alcohol counselor relapse prevention, including some ACT and DBT skills. As I am always learning, will add as I go!
My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, aging, ADHD, addiction, grief, self-esteem and self-worth, and life transitions.
Hi, I am Cinder Savage, LCSW, CADC. I employ a strengths-based model and believe that each person's story is uniquely their own and deserves honor and acknowledgement as to how they want to share it. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, aging, ADHD, addiction, grief and life transitions. Therapists call skills their "toolbox". In my toolbox I have CBT, DBT, solutions focused, motivational interviewing, and EMDR. As a drug and alcohol counselor relapse prevention, including some ACT and DBT skills. As I am always learning, will add as I go!
![Photo of Karen Klein, LCP, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ea7de268-a83f-4aaf-a62d-b15ee5b038b2/1/320x400.png)
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.
![Photo of Ben Bigney, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/834cff81-2666-4350-ac71-ca8afa1aa045/3/320x400.jpeg)
My speciality is working with depression, grief and burnout. I often work well with clients experiencing common symptoms of each - persistent sadness, low or no motivation, general anxiety about all things, difficulty concentrating, ongoing irritability in relationships, among others. I also specialize in bringing together spirituality and therapy, based on my years as a hospice chaplain. My work as a therapist grew out of my own profound, extended season of grief and depression. My passion is supporting people on their journey, using my listening skills to help them find healing and wholeness.
My speciality is working with depression, grief and burnout. I often work well with clients experiencing common symptoms of each - persistent sadness, low or no motivation, general anxiety about all things, difficulty concentrating, ongoing irritability in relationships, among others. I also specialize in bringing together spirituality and therapy, based on my years as a hospice chaplain. My work as a therapist grew out of my own profound, extended season of grief and depression. My passion is supporting people on their journey, using my listening skills to help them find healing and wholeness.
![Photo of Denise M. Nickerson, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d6297f5e-7b51-44d7-af40-a5ec5cff73f1/3/320x400.jpeg)
Denise M. Nickerson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bangor, ME 04401 (Online Only)
I have experience working with those affected by trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions. I have worked in the Bangor community for most of my career with a local agency, as well as a mental health hospital providing intensive outpatient counseling. I will teach you strategies to help you manage your symptoms and emotions. I will be your biggest cheerleader and support. I will provide guidance and suggestions during your healing journey. We are a team.
I have experience working with those affected by trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions. I have worked in the Bangor community for most of my career with a local agency, as well as a mental health hospital providing intensive outpatient counseling. I will teach you strategies to help you manage your symptoms and emotions. I will be your biggest cheerleader and support. I will provide guidance and suggestions during your healing journey. We are a team.
![Photo of Shannon Trainor, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2c74c0f5-c026-4a89-bb2f-b19c1ae2c44e/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Shannon Trainor, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW. I have over 20 years working with substance use/addiction, trauma, anxiety/ depression, relationship issues and eating disorders. I utilize CBT, solution focused therapy and DBT skills in my practice and have extensively with adults, adolescents, families and women. I have worked with adults, adolescents and families throughout my career. I see clients who struggle with substance use and/or addiction, current or past traumas, anxiety and depression, eating disorders as well as family systems work with substance use disorders.
My name is Shannon Trainor, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW. I have over 20 years working with substance use/addiction, trauma, anxiety/ depression, relationship issues and eating disorders. I utilize CBT, solution focused therapy and DBT skills in my practice and have extensively with adults, adolescents, families and women. I have worked with adults, adolescents and families throughout my career. I see clients who struggle with substance use and/or addiction, current or past traumas, anxiety and depression, eating disorders as well as family systems work with substance use disorders.
Jill Jeude
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bangor, ME 04401 (Online Only)
Hi. My name is Jill Jeude and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maine and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I am so glad you are taking the first step of reaching out for support. I am here to work alongside and be present with you as you face and move past difficulties that you may be experiencing in your life at this time.
Hi. My name is Jill Jeude and I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) based in Maine and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, and depression, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I am so glad you are taking the first step of reaching out for support. I am here to work alongside and be present with you as you face and move past difficulties that you may be experiencing in your life at this time.
![Photo of Betsy Clark, LCSW, CCTP, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0c34b674-2955-4397-ab54-d9b9afef15da/1/320x400.jpeg)
Betsy Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04102
I also help clients resolve depression, anxiety, relationship issues.
Clients come to me feeling stuck, alone, scared, insecure and overwhelmed, not good enough. My clients walk away from me with more confidence, more clarity of who they are and what they need, more deeply attached in healthy relationships, with more ease and balance in life, more able to face life’s challenges with a sense of possibility and hope. Couples learn to change the cycle of interaction so they feel more emotionally connected and secure. I provide compassionate, focused, trauma informed and attachment based emotionally focused therapy to regulate and heal your hurt and create secure attachments- with yourself and others.
I also help clients resolve depression, anxiety, relationship issues.
Clients come to me feeling stuck, alone, scared, insecure and overwhelmed, not good enough. My clients walk away from me with more confidence, more clarity of who they are and what they need, more deeply attached in healthy relationships, with more ease and balance in life, more able to face life’s challenges with a sense of possibility and hope. Couples learn to change the cycle of interaction so they feel more emotionally connected and secure. I provide compassionate, focused, trauma informed and attachment based emotionally focused therapy to regulate and heal your hurt and create secure attachments- with yourself and others.
See more therapy options for Old Town
Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.