Therapists in Portland, ME

When we make the choice to live a healthier existence, to thrive rather than just survive in the world, we may find that we need support, nurturing, guidance, or just a witness to our life process. I can be that for you. Choosing the right therapist is paramount. I am dedicated to the development of human potential and will assist you in increasing self-awareness, self-healing, emotional/spiritual growth, and behavior change. I believe in the co-creation of the therapeutic process. Together, we will identify and explore areas/issues that may be causing you discomfort/distress. I can help.

I work with clients who struggle with addiction, depression, anxiety, past life events and trauma that prevent them from accepting themselves and fully embracing joy in their lives. Each person must confront their own challenges but don't always have the tools needed to reach their life goals. A trusted professional can be a helpful partner in walking this path with you until you have the skills/insights needed to continue your journey confidently. I offer a safe and respectful place to look at yourself, your situation, consider alternatives and practice new skills with my support to help reach your goals.

My practice in Maine is permanently closed as I have relocated to the Boston area where I will be doing short term counseling with newly diagnosed adults who are neurodivergent, having been formally diagnosed or self diagnosed. My many years of experience working with the neurodivergent community has provided me with the ways and means in helping to understand and manage an individual’s diagnosis, how it affects those around them and attain a sense of balance and control. I am also available for consultation with the medical community including mental health providers, law enforcement and school systems.

Welcome to a new beginning. Asking for help is both difficult and empowering after you've lost the belief that things can change. The fact that you are reading this means you are ready to take the first step to make some changes in your life. I strive to empower individuals who have lost their way due to the challenges and obstacles created by addiction. Addiction doesn't happen on it's own. There are many layers and at times things become complicated or unclear. We will work together to uncover the false beliefs, support new practices, and begin a new way of life. It all begins now, as you take the first step.

As a clinical sexologist, I help folks explore pleasure and better communicate in intimate relationships. As a relationship counselor, I work with couples and poly folks to improve their communication and connection. As a feminist therapist, I help clients dig deep to uncover their personal power, untangle anxiety and heal from trauma. I'm pro-choice, queer/bisexual identified, and welcome LGBTQ+ clients. I'm a curious counselor, and I help people dig to the roots of their pain. Fees are $200 for individual and $250 for couples (self-pay only, NO insurance but can provide superbill for OON benefits).

Sometimes the state of our world can feel so scary and heartbreaking that we feel immobilized. Much of our potential is blocked by feeling overwhelmed by the day to day challenge of struggling to advocate for ourselves in our communities, the world, even in our own thoughts and beliefs! It is easy to feel anxious, alone and simultaneously at war with ourselves. I emphasize serving individuals that experience marginalized identities and see myself as your co-conspirator. I work with issues of identity and non-normative experiences, in the context of gender, sexuality as well as queer experience beyond that framework

I believe the therapeutic relationship is at the core of meaningful, effective therapy. Whether you are seeking therapy for the first time, or continuing on a healing path, my focus is on meeting you where you are with compassion, non-judgment, and skillfulness. I work primarily with adults, and specialize in treating anxiety, complex trauma and attachment issues, life transitions, grief/bereavement, self-esteem, co-dependency and/or substance use concerns, and depression. Many of my clients identify as LGBTQIA+.

Whether you are dealing with major life changes, a mental health disorder, relationship conflicts, or day-to-day stressors; you deserve to be heard and supported. These things can be challenging to navigate, and I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to feel empowered and grow from life’s ongoing obstacles. Using a client-centered, trauma-informed approach, I work with you to alleviate mental and emotional suffering and get back to living.

The style of therapy I provide explores the stories, thoughts, and beliefs we acquire and create within our lives that impact how we feel and behave. My work incorporates concepts rooted in mindfulness, developing coping skills, and discovering and actualizing our potential. These approaches can be effective in addressing mental health challenges such as anxiety, trauma-based symptoms, depression, and ADHD. I also help those who have challenges related to attachment, stress and anger management, self-worth, and sleep issues.

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.

We all struggle at times to meet the internal and external challenges inherent in life. We move to manage and cope with problems, unhappiness and bad feelings. Sometimes we get stuck. Other times we move with skill and thoughtfulness, realizing happiness and peace of mind. I work with people to maximize skillfulness and minimize being stuck, using principles of change found in various psychotherapy models. I emphasize accurate understanding, acceptance, and change based on your values and worldview. I am honored that clients share their struggles and successes with me!

Evening and Weekend Appointments are Available! Andrea Tolbert, LCSW, MBA, MSW, MHRT/CSP of Absolute Happiness Psychotherapy and Consultation, PLLC offers mental health counseling with individuals and groups in an outpatient setting located in Portland, Maine. Supervision for clinicians seeking licensure and Consultation for agencies, educational institutions, organizations, and businesses are available. My clinical specialties are trauma, substance misuse, women, and military veterans/service members and their families; working with adults, couples, and groups. Sliding scale fee rates of $30-$80 are available at Absolute Happiness by enrolling at http://openpathcollective.org.

Life is full of surprises and challenges that can leave us feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or worse. The death of a loved one, difficult relationships, loss of a job or an ideal, divorce, serious illness, caregiver fatigue-just to name a few-can leave us feeling that we are adrift in uncharted territory. To me, therapy is a process of self-exploration and discovery that can lead to personal growth. This process can help us better manage what life throws our way as we discover and give value to our inner resources and what is most important to us.

I offer presence and connection to support couples and individuals towards greater authenticity and fulfillment. I understand well the tremendous capacity for the psyche to accommodate unresolved trauma by intricate and patterned coping means. This tempers my approach towards one of gentle courage with clients. Together we learn to find a pacing that creates safety for making contact with what hurts. I am deeply interested in supporting the recognition of your intrinsic capacity to grow towards wholeness. This occurs through dialogue, active processing of emotions, and encountering your truth in the present.

I believe wholeheartedly that all people possess the innate ability to grow and heal. I see myself as an ally and guide on your personal journey of self-discovery. Life can be overwhelming and uncertain. I offer a place for clients to experience respite from the demands of everyday life, and focus inward. I work with children and adults. My approach is client-centered, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and collaborative. In my work, I draw on Existential Therapy, Depth Psychology, Buddhist Psychology, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy.

As a marriage and family therapist, I will work with you to identify patterns and help you change them. If you find yourself repeating behaviors that do not support you in your quest for a happier and more fulfilling life, I can help. I work with families, individuals and couples on a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, parenting challenges and life changes. I am excited about recent advances in neurobiology and use some of this information in my practice.

I help children and their families to develop a stronger sense of connection and confidence within themselves and with one another. We can work together to help you and/or your child or teen develop greater awareness of your emotions, thoughts and beliefs and develop the skills to communicate and manage them more easily together.

Dr. Leslee Uhrich is a Psychologist licensed in Maine and Massachusetts who has been practicing since 2014. She received her Master’s and Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles. Dr. Uhrich spent the last five years of her career specializing in treating co-occurring medical and mental health conditions, with the majority of her work being with those that have eating disorders. Dr. Uhrich has experience working in all levels of eating disorder care as well as with all age groups. She is certified in FBTwhich is a specialized treatment for eating disorder.

Welcome! Licensed in both California and Maine, I am currently accepting new clients during these challenging times. I bring over 25 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families, and religious and spiritual organizations to heal and thrive. My experience spans a wide range of issues including: trauma, anxiety, depression, psychopathology, relationship challenges, grief and loss, vocational coaching, body and aging. I love to use psychological tools in conjunction with spiritual practices like yoga and meditation. I work via telehealth in California and Maine, and in-person in Portland, ME. I do not accept insurance.