Therapists in South Portland, ME

Merrilee Larsen is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maine who has been practicing since 1997. She has an MA in Counseling Psychology. For Merrilee, one of the most exciting things she has learned as a therapist is that we grow and change throughout our lives. Her practice focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the challenges of healing, supporting growth, and change. Merrilee’s background and training in evidence-based trauma, anxiety, and depression treatment (Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) and Trauma Focused (TF-CBT) guides individual and family work.

Tracy Mallwitz, LCPC Tracy Mallwitz is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maine who has been practicing since 2003. Tracy brings a wealth of experience and is adept at meeting clients right where they are on their unique journeys. With a deep commitment to creating a safe and nonjudgmental space, Tracy skillfully blends her extensive expertise with a genuine understanding of each individual's needs, fostering a therapeutic partnership that empowers growth and transformation. Beyond her role as a therapist, Tracy embraces her identity as a musician, a nature enthusiast, and a creative soul.

Dr. Mercer has a master's degree in Psychological Services and a PhD in Professional Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, and a post-doctoral master's degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology from Alliant International University. She has been licensed as a psychologist since 1991 and has been working in this field for over thirty years.

My name is Devin Cain, LCPC. I completed my Master's in Mental Health Counseling with a specialty in Health and Behavioral Medicine in 2016 at William James College in Newton, MA. Before going to school in Massachusetts, I grew up in Southern Maine and completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Maine, Orono. I returned to Maine in 2016 to start working as an Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician at the Southern Maine Health Care (SMHC) Bariatric Surgery program.

Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social worker, who earned her Master of Social work degree from the University of New England in 2013. During her previous work experience, she worked in various clinical settings focusing on medical social work, community case management, domestic violence advocacy, and counseling clients with co-occurring disorders. Recently she has worked in a hospital detox, as a Home-based Community Therapy clinician, and a Primary Therapist at a men's residential program and has over 10 years of experience. Nicole utilizes several different therapeutic approaches, but enjoys motivational interviewing the most.

Dr. Vintinner earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of New England. He earned his Doctor of Psychology (Psy. D. ) in Clinical Psychology from the George Washington University. He completed his postdoctoral fellowship at the Center for Counseling and Psychological Health at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Dr. Vintinner has experience providing services in community mental health, college counseling, military, and private practice settings. He specializes in providing comprehensive psychological assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults.

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Saige Weeks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine who has been practicing since 2015. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Social Work from the University of Maine, and a Master’s degree from Boston College. However, her journey in education doesn’t end there. Saige is deeply committed to staying abreast of the latest advancements in therapeutic approaches and evidence-based interventions. Over the years, Saige has dedicated herself to gaining expertise in various areas, including family dynamics, relationship issues, and resilience in the face of adversity.

My name is Owen Campbell, I am a licensed conditional Clinical Professional Counselor. I have worked in the public school system as a teacher and coach for over 15 years. My life experiences have equipped me to support and understand trauma, behavioral issues, and relationship struggles. I bring wisdom, humor, and warmth to the counseling room, along with my clinical training.

As a therapist, I believe in autonomy and a client-centered approach. I am here to primarily remind you, or tell you for the first time, that you are not alone. There are tools to relieve those feelings of restlessness, irritability, anxiety, depression, and impulsivity. Finding that solution begins with making a personal decision to address what is holding you back and taking steps to evolve into the best version of yourself. If you were to wake up tomorrow and your current circumstances were no longer impacting your life, what would your world look like?

Deb Atwood is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maine who has been practicing since 2015. She has an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Southern Maine, an M.Ed. in Special Education from Plymouth State University, and a B.S. in Special Needs Services from Granite State College (UNH). Deb provides a trauma informed, strength based, and solution focused approach. She specializes in treating older teens and adults whose daily functioning is being interrupted by anxiety, depression, grief, major life changes, and unexpected challenges.

Cindy Vokey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine who has been practicing since 1999. Cindy has extensive experience with individuals experiencing grief and loss and has a solid background in mental health and trauma informed care. Cindy recognizes the courage it takes to enter therapy and honors the sacred space where you will feel safe to explore feelings related to stress and anxiety, grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and major life transitions. She draws from multi theoretical frameworks to meet the unique needs of the clients she is honored to serve.

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.

Richard specializes in a person-centered approach that focuses on building on existing strengths to help clients solve problems in the moment. They utilize cognitive behavioral models with a focus on empathy and care to help individuals plan for future success, empowering them to make lasting change and find meaning.

Welcome to my practice! If you're reading this, maybe you've been having a rough time. Maybe you've been feeling anxious or depressed, beyond where that seems ok. Perhaps you're feeling stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling, and acting that don't feel good or no longer "work." I believe that all of us can feel better and have more satisfying lives, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be. I have been privileged to witness extraordinary healing and growth in many of my clients.

I started my clinical counseling practice in 2016 when I provided services for children and adolescent clients with trauma-based treatments before I began work as a school-based therapist providing counseling services for middle school age clients with learning or behavioral difficulties. In this role I supported clients with general anxiety, depression, anger management issues and trauma. I have experience in a Day Treatment school providing counseling services for clients ranging from 6-12. I've worked in community outpatient services providing individual counseling services for a general population ranging from 4 to 70 years old.

Shelby Jutras is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience treating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance misuse disorders, autism and ADD/ADHD. Shelby received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a Mental Health Focus from Plymouth State University prior to earning her Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of New England. In addition to holding a clinical social work license, she is also a certified alcohol and drug counselor.

Are you experiencing frustration, feeling upset by an unsatisfying relationship? Do you feel overwhelmed by finances, divorce or stress? How will I handle all these pressures? Do you consider therapy but don't know where to start: how do I choose from the therapists I read about?. If you seek someone who will engage with you, understand that you are doing your best to make sense of the problems confronting you and wants to participate in creating strategies to resolve these problems, please call me to talk about how we might collaborate to create the life you desire.

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.