Therapists in Skowhegan, ME

If your goals include relief from depression, anxiety, taxing relationships, substance use, harmful behaviors, and multiple diagnoses, and you long to get along better in the world, I want to work with you to achieve those goals. Are you disconnected from others, stuck in a cycle of pain, grief, and defeat that keeps you stifled, with a feeling of hopelessness when your efforts to improve are short-lived? Together we can examine the patterns of behavior that keep you in negativity, and empower you to be with feelings, and past events, to safely, and lovingly process the memories and emotions that these behaviors are rooted in.

I have had the opportunity to work for 36 years with Individual adults and adolescents, couples, families, and groups. The issues of trauma, loss, life changes, depression and anxiety are so much a part of all of our lives. Levels of stress complicate conversations, disconnect relationships, decrease self care, and interfere with our happiness. Finding balance is what this therapy can offer. Imagine sitting and talking with no judgement, confronting your own past and finding a new present. Working together we will undo old messages which have run your emotions and influenced your behaviors and create new ones you choose to live by.

Life these days can be complicated, confusing and challenging. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to offer an open, non-judgmental and safe therapeutic relationship to help foster personal growth and change. I am fluent in a variety of physical and psychological conditions, including fibromyalgia, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship issues, grief/loss, bipolar disorder, insomnia, and many others. I am also a master clinician in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). For more information on ART, please visit my website via the link on the left.

If you want someone who is knowledgeable and understanding, but willing to meet you where you are at, with your particular situations whether it be relationship issues, substance abuse, depression, anxiety or other mental health related issues, please give me a call. I work with couples, individuals, who are looking for solutions for their unique situations. I have many years experience working in the field and I am confident if you reach out to me, then I will be able to guide and assist you in your personal goals and unique situations.

The focus of therapy is to identify early life influences and/or learned behaviors that lead to problem behaviors. Behaviors can include: anger, physical/emotional/sexual abuse. In addition family/relationship conflict, anxiety/depression, mood swings, drug & alcohol & compulsive behaviors. The sub conscious mind is programed from infancy with positive & negative beliefs & destructive coping skills, programmed survival skills. In therapy we identify old habits/behaviors & poor coping strategies. In therapy, we work to replace self destructive habits/behaviors with functional habits & beliefs. Anxiety & Depression are relieved.

Has trauma affected how you function? Do you find it difficult to express your feelings, use your words? Are you seen as grumpy, serious, or stoic? Are you one to not cry... or do you hide that part of yourself? Maybe you need someone to help guide you through your challenges and coping with the past & present, provide you with a safe & confidential place to say things you've wanted to say but felt unable. Does this describe you? If so, you’ve come to the right place.

My approach to counseling and consulting draws from rich traditions of spirituality, energy healing, and psychology. My framework is TRANSFORMATIONAL in nature, insight-oriented, purposeful, and achieving wholeness from a personal or spiritual perspective. I am trained in both the behavioral sciences and religion. My goal is to provide therapeutic services to individuals and groups for all ages. I respect the dignity and worth of every person and consider it a privilege to WELCOME and ACCOMPANY people on their journey as challenging situations come up. Trained as a Pastoral Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, and Spiritual Director, my modality is eclectic.

I believe truly understanding a person’s journey begins with a compassionate heart. Each person is beautifully unique, harbors inner strengths, and is on a developmental journey, no matter what their age. I work collaboratively and creatively to identify these strengths and explore developmental perspective. During our work together, it is my goal to create a private and safe place in which to explore, heal, and grow.

I work with adults who are struggling with PTSD/trauma, Borderline Personality Disorder, ADHD, and several other mental health disorders to navigate life's daily challenges, and interpersonal relationships and to find healing and growth. I will help you navigate and overcome your current struggles, challenge your internal values and belief systems, and provide a safe and judgment-free space so you can heal. I am also a Certified Clinical Supervisor with the Maine Board of Alcohol & Drug Counselors and am offering clinical supervision to conditionally licensed LMSW-CC and LCPC-CC individuals in the state of Maine.

Have you experienced difficulty in your past that you feel impacts you presently? Would you benefit from having someone in your corner while you navigate this stage of your life? I would love to explore whether I might be a good fit to help you move forward towards positive change. The therapeutic space I provide for my clients is non-judgmental, confidential, and built upon empathic understanding. We collaborate as a team to understand your struggles, process potential roots, and apply appropriate coping strategies suited for you individually.

I am a mindfulness influenced, cognitive-behavioral therapist who provides services that include psychological evaluations and individual/couples/family therapy. I have extensive experience working with adults with a variety of issues including: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Bipolar disorder, and Self-regulation concerns. I also teach a variety of meditative techniques with an emphasis on compassion and self-awareness. I am a graduate of Florida State University and hold a combined PhD in Counseling and School Psychology. Call today to see how I can help you!

Emphasis on adults, primarily women and the issues relative to the aging process, relationships health, fitness, nutrition and overall well being. Coping with moods, hormone changes and societal issues, as well as cycles of marital challenges and on going pressures of adults in today's society.

Opening new office in Norway, Maine! 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.

For the person who finds their self re-creating harmful patterns, in negative relationships, acting out of anxiety, depression or emotional pain and using alcohol or drugs more then they want. Even if you use alcohol or drugs a couple times a week to cope. You may not identify with having a substance problem but are interested in harm reduction, patterns of substance misuse, and want change, reach out and we can explore it together, even if you have been abstinent from substances but are concerned about thinking and behaviors. I use a holistic, person-centered approach, along with CBT to provide individualized treatment.

Challenges are a part of life and we all experience them. Dru strives to support Men and families (both young and old) to work through those challenges. Reaching out, seeking help, and talking about issues can often be the most significant step to effective coping.

Are you ready for change in your life? Do you want healing from past traumas, disappointments or losses? Do you want to feel your in control of your life, and be able to deal with issues causing distress? As your Therapist, I am committed to working with you to progress toward meeting your goals. I believe in your ability to achieve them. I offer you a genuine, caring, non-judgmental, professional relationship where you will feel comfortable and be able to accomplish positive growth. I welcome a call from you with any questions. Let's work together toward your wellness!