Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Topsham, ME
Your body feels what your mind thinks. Everything is connected. Our thoughts can help to make us well or conversely our thoughts can help make us sick. Somatic Experiencing is a very respectful way to seek to balance the body and the mind. A healthy state of wellness is a balanced state of being. I work with ages 18 and up utilizing a somatic approach. I work with clients having trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, grief and loss, and aging.
Your body feels what your mind thinks. Everything is connected. Our thoughts can help to make us well or conversely our thoughts can help make us sick. Somatic Experiencing is a very respectful way to seek to balance the body and the mind. A healthy state of wellness is a balanced state of being. I work with ages 18 and up utilizing a somatic approach. I work with clients having trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, grief and loss, and aging.
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I understand safety and trust can take time to develop as vulnerability and emotional intimacy may feel terrifying at times.
Welcome, and thank you for being here. Please take this moment to acknowledge the courage it takes to reach out for help, as it is not an easy step for many of us. YOU are the expert of your own life and experiences. As your therapist, I would feel honored if you would help me understand life through your perspective and be willing for me to walk alongside you and bear witness to this part of your journey. I view counseling as a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on authenticity, curiosity, empathy, attunement, humor, and mutuality.
As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, I understand safety and trust can take time to develop as vulnerability and emotional intimacy may feel terrifying at times.
Welcome, and thank you for being here. Please take this moment to acknowledge the courage it takes to reach out for help, as it is not an easy step for many of us. YOU are the expert of your own life and experiences. As your therapist, I would feel honored if you would help me understand life through your perspective and be willing for me to walk alongside you and bear witness to this part of your journey. I view counseling as a collaborative therapeutic relationship built on authenticity, curiosity, empathy, attunement, humor, and mutuality.
Collaboratively we create customized, innovative, empowering treatments for anger, anxiety, depression, mood, personality, identity, dissociative, delusional sleep disorders, life adjustments, illness, loss, grief, dementia and complex trauma.
Focused on healing through trauma-informed, body-based care and grounded in family systems theory, I draw on a range of counseling approaches including; psychodynamic, transpersonal, existential, expressive, mindfulness, mind-body, behavioral (DBT and CBT). Together we sojourn toward self-awareness and compassion for self. Emblematic moments from the past may have become conditioned responses to the present. We focus both on here and now and historical events. TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy and EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing help re-program stored arousal in the body.
Collaboratively we create customized, innovative, empowering treatments for anger, anxiety, depression, mood, personality, identity, dissociative, delusional sleep disorders, life adjustments, illness, loss, grief, dementia and complex trauma.
Focused on healing through trauma-informed, body-based care and grounded in family systems theory, I draw on a range of counseling approaches including; psychodynamic, transpersonal, existential, expressive, mindfulness, mind-body, behavioral (DBT and CBT). Together we sojourn toward self-awareness and compassion for self. Emblematic moments from the past may have become conditioned responses to the present. We focus both on here and now and historical events. TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy and EMDR-Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing help re-program stored arousal in the body.
I am trained in various therapeutic modalities with specific concentration in trauma and addressing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, I also work frequently with couples and folks with marital issues.
I use an informal, down to earth approach so clients can feel comfortable working collaboratively to "name the elephant" in the client's life, drill down to the core of issues and discover how patterns from the past repeat in the present. I am passionate about challenging stuck points, old habits and outdated beliefs with care, compassion and respect. I am never afraid to bring humor into a session when appropriate as I value the healing properties of laughter.
I am trained in various therapeutic modalities with specific concentration in trauma and addressing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, I also work frequently with couples and folks with marital issues.
I use an informal, down to earth approach so clients can feel comfortable working collaboratively to "name the elephant" in the client's life, drill down to the core of issues and discover how patterns from the past repeat in the present. I am passionate about challenging stuck points, old habits and outdated beliefs with care, compassion and respect. I am never afraid to bring humor into a session when appropriate as I value the healing properties of laughter.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist who works with people to enhance their natural strengths and overcome obstacles to success. I am Nationally Certified as a Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I work with children, youth, adults, and families with mental health concerns, using solution-focused, evidence-based approaches. Specializing in Focus and Performance, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression Attention and Mood Regulation. I help empower people to enhance their strengths, supports, and skills toward living healthy, productive lives.
I am a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist who works with people to enhance their natural strengths and overcome obstacles to success. I am Nationally Certified as a Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I work with children, youth, adults, and families with mental health concerns, using solution-focused, evidence-based approaches. Specializing in Focus and Performance, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression Attention and Mood Regulation. I help empower people to enhance their strengths, supports, and skills toward living healthy, productive lives.
My practice is trauma-informed and sensitive to co-occurring issues of substance abuse or multiple diagnoses.
Whole-person wellness is at the core of my clinical practice. I believe that mental health is most effectively treated in conjunction with physical, nutritional, and interpersonal health. My clients can expect a thorough assessment of overall well-being and a treatment plan that delivers noticeable results. I recognize the enormous financial constraints of todays workforce and the need to quickly and efficiently solve problems. That is why my therapeutic approach looks at client strengths and resources. I meet you where you are at and help you get to where you want to be!
My practice is trauma-informed and sensitive to co-occurring issues of substance abuse or multiple diagnoses.
Whole-person wellness is at the core of my clinical practice. I believe that mental health is most effectively treated in conjunction with physical, nutritional, and interpersonal health. My clients can expect a thorough assessment of overall well-being and a treatment plan that delivers noticeable results. I recognize the enormous financial constraints of todays workforce and the need to quickly and efficiently solve problems. That is why my therapeutic approach looks at client strengths and resources. I meet you where you are at and help you get to where you want to be!
Chad Vester
Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Topsham, ME 04086 (Online Only)
I work from a client-centered approach incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, trauma-informed care, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
We live in a world where men are told to be strong and not show weakness. A world where more men end their own lives by suicide than anyone else. A world that is leading our young men into confusion and isolation. It is time to break the stigma that struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, CPTSD, grief, and other mental illnesses is looked at as a weakness or disqualification. It is my goal to walk alongside men and young men ages 16 and up to help break the stigma and support positive growth in whatever way that looks like for each individual.
I work from a client-centered approach incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, trauma-informed care, solution-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing.
We live in a world where men are told to be strong and not show weakness. A world where more men end their own lives by suicide than anyone else. A world that is leading our young men into confusion and isolation. It is time to break the stigma that struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, CPTSD, grief, and other mental illnesses is looked at as a weakness or disqualification. It is my goal to walk alongside men and young men ages 16 and up to help break the stigma and support positive growth in whatever way that looks like for each individual.
LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Topsham, ME 04086
Our team of psychiatrists, therapists, psychologists, and advanced practice nurses specializes in treating in a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, trauma, PTSD, and more.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Our team of psychiatrists, therapists, psychologists, and advanced practice nurses specializes in treating in a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, addiction, trauma, PTSD, and more.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
He frequently tests for questions related to attention-deficit difficulties, hyperactivity, behavior associated with autism, oppositional behavior, social skill difficulties, mood dysregulation, developmental delays, learning difficulties, anxiety, and trauma.
Dr. Carnicella completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Hanover College, his Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Indiana University, and his Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from The University at Albany, SUNY. "¯He completed a two-year postdoctoral position with Bowdoin College's counseling services center. Dr. Carnicella has been practicing psychology in Maine for seven years. He has experience completing psychological evaluations with young children, college students, and adults.
He frequently tests for questions related to attention-deficit difficulties, hyperactivity, behavior associated with autism, oppositional behavior, social skill difficulties, mood dysregulation, developmental delays, learning difficulties, anxiety, and trauma.
Dr. Carnicella completed his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Hanover College, his Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Indiana University, and his Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from The University at Albany, SUNY. "¯He completed a two-year postdoctoral position with Bowdoin College's counseling services center. Dr. Carnicella has been practicing psychology in Maine for seven years. He has experience completing psychological evaluations with young children, college students, and adults.
Her extensive experience and specialized training in traumafocused therapies enable her to provide effective support for individuals dealing with PTSD and traumarelated issues.
Jennifer Hanic, LCSW, practices at LifeStance Health in Maine, bringing over 20 years of experience to her clients. Jennifer is dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel supported and understood. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address a range of mental health issues.
Her extensive experience and specialized training in traumafocused therapies enable her to provide effective support for individuals dealing with PTSD and traumarelated issues.
Jennifer Hanic, LCSW, practices at LifeStance Health in Maine, bringing over 20 years of experience to her clients. Jennifer is dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel supported and understood. She utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address a range of mental health issues.
Her passion for supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors is evident in her comprehensive approach to mental health, addressing issues ranging from school-related stress to PTSD and self-esteem concerns.
Audrey Shaw, MS, LCPC, brings over a decade of experience to LifeStance Health, serving the state of Maine. She is dedicated to helping clients by fostering genuine connections, creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where individuals feel understood and accepted. Audrey leverages her extensive expertise to tailor therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each client, facilitating their journey towards personal growth and goal achievement.
Her passion for supporting adolescents, adults, and seniors is evident in her comprehensive approach to mental health, addressing issues ranging from school-related stress to PTSD and self-esteem concerns.
Audrey Shaw, MS, LCPC, brings over a decade of experience to LifeStance Health, serving the state of Maine. She is dedicated to helping clients by fostering genuine connections, creating a safe, non-judgmental environment where individuals feel understood and accepted. Audrey leverages her extensive expertise to tailor therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each client, facilitating their journey towards personal growth and goal achievement.
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Sarah is especially passionate about supporting individuals navigating grief, trauma, and substance use challenges. She provides a compassionate space to help patients process their emotions and develop healthier coping strategies. Whether addressing the complexities of PTSD, working through life transitions, or supporting those dealing with addiction, Sarah tailors her therapeutic approach to meet each patient’s unique needs.
Sarah is especially passionate about supporting individuals navigating grief, trauma, and substance use challenges. She provides a compassionate space to help patients process their emotions and develop healthier coping strategies. Whether addressing the complexities of PTSD, working through life transitions, or supporting those dealing with addiction, Sarah tailors her therapeutic approach to meet each patient’s unique needs.
I have received additional training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Trauma Informed Care.
I am licensed to practice as a mental health counselor as well as an alcohol and drug counselor in the State of Maine. My main areas of expertise are in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of co-occurring disorders (both mental health and substance use issues). I have experience providing individual, family and group therapy to treat problems such as trauma/ PTSD, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, identity development, communication and life transitions.
I have received additional training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Trauma Informed Care.
I am licensed to practice as a mental health counselor as well as an alcohol and drug counselor in the State of Maine. My main areas of expertise are in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of co-occurring disorders (both mental health and substance use issues). I have experience providing individual, family and group therapy to treat problems such as trauma/ PTSD, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, identity development, communication and life transitions.
I am a psychologist who works with adults in individual and group psychotherapy. My approach is integrative in nature meaning that, depending on the needs of my clients, I seek to relieve distress through providing emotion regulation and other skills while also working towards long-term change by gaining insight into problematic thought patterns and relationship cycles. I specialize in working with clients who are seeking therapy for emotion- and relationship-based problems, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and anger issues.
I am a psychologist who works with adults in individual and group psychotherapy. My approach is integrative in nature meaning that, depending on the needs of my clients, I seek to relieve distress through providing emotion regulation and other skills while also working towards long-term change by gaining insight into problematic thought patterns and relationship cycles. I specialize in working with clients who are seeking therapy for emotion- and relationship-based problems, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and anger issues.
I have significant experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, PTSD, marital and relationship issues, as well as life changes.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 25 years experience, providing treatment for adolescents, adults and families.
I have significant experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, PTSD, marital and relationship issues, as well as life changes.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 25 years experience, providing treatment for adolescents, adults and families.
I work with people dealing with the struggles that come from living and growing. Many of my clients are dealing with life transitions, relationship problems, grief, stress, anxiety or trauma. They may have noticed patterns in their life they want to change. All of them want to feel better, to function better, and to understand themselves better. I work with individuals looking for change, as well as couples hoping to transform their relationship. Couples are often feeling stuck, having the same conversations over and over but not feeling heard by each other. Living and loving together is difficult and we need a helping hand.
I work with people dealing with the struggles that come from living and growing. Many of my clients are dealing with life transitions, relationship problems, grief, stress, anxiety or trauma. They may have noticed patterns in their life they want to change. All of them want to feel better, to function better, and to understand themselves better. I work with individuals looking for change, as well as couples hoping to transform their relationship. Couples are often feeling stuck, having the same conversations over and over but not feeling heard by each other. Living and loving together is difficult and we need a helping hand.
Carole Banks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Topsham, ME 04086
Waitlist for new clients
I provide a safe and supportive space for you. My approach is focused on using your strengths to help you learn to move through challenges, gain insight, and develop tools for change. I can help you be seen, be heard, and be connected to others and to yourself. If you have difficult life stories that cause repeating triggers, let's tackle small and big issues impacting the quality of your life.
I provide a safe and supportive space for you. My approach is focused on using your strengths to help you learn to move through challenges, gain insight, and develop tools for change. I can help you be seen, be heard, and be connected to others and to yourself. If you have difficult life stories that cause repeating triggers, let's tackle small and big issues impacting the quality of your life.
Many of us are struggling every day with feelings of sadness, low motivation, grief and depression to name a few. Anxiety has taken over many of our lives to the point we are unable to function or feel numb a lot of the time. You don't have to go this alone - I can help you navigate these struggles, develop copings strategies and have the life you deserve. It is my passion is to create a safe space for you to express your feelings knowing you will not be judged or ridiculed.
Many of us are struggling every day with feelings of sadness, low motivation, grief and depression to name a few. Anxiety has taken over many of our lives to the point we are unable to function or feel numb a lot of the time. You don't have to go this alone - I can help you navigate these struggles, develop copings strategies and have the life you deserve. It is my passion is to create a safe space for you to express your feelings knowing you will not be judged or ridiculed.
Cheyenne Ross
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCPC-C, MA
Verified Verified
Topsham, ME 04086 (Online Only)
Welcome & Hello! I have a passion for helping people find themselves, appreciate their worth, and validate their experiences. My goal is to provide a space for you to feel safe, accepted and heard, while we work together to build a better future. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and compassion. By combining my passion for helping others and my curiosity about how the mind works, I offer my clients the best possible care. Together we will identify patterns of behavior that are no longer serving their purpose in your life and replace them with healthier patterns.
Welcome & Hello! I have a passion for helping people find themselves, appreciate their worth, and validate their experiences. My goal is to provide a space for you to feel safe, accepted and heard, while we work together to build a better future. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and compassion. By combining my passion for helping others and my curiosity about how the mind works, I offer my clients the best possible care. Together we will identify patterns of behavior that are no longer serving their purpose in your life and replace them with healthier patterns.
Rick Voit
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Topsham, ME 04086 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
First of all, I view all my clients' presenting issues as unhealthy yet normal adjustments to life problems. These adjustments have become problematic and created symptoms in the individual and in relationships. My goal is threefold: "stop the bleeding," seek healthier adjustments and, ultimately, to build a quality life of contentment and satisfaction. My orientation is existential and cognitive behavioral, with a specialty in clinical hypnosis and its many valuable applications.
First of all, I view all my clients' presenting issues as unhealthy yet normal adjustments to life problems. These adjustments have become problematic and created symptoms in the individual and in relationships. My goal is threefold: "stop the bleeding," seek healthier adjustments and, ultimately, to build a quality life of contentment and satisfaction. My orientation is existential and cognitive behavioral, with a specialty in clinical hypnosis and its many valuable applications.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.