Addiction Therapists in Cape Elizabeth, ME
Jason Antkies
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
I also work with family members, family systems, and loved ones of people who are struggling with substance use.
Going through life feeling misunderstood, disconnected from others, uncomfortable in your skin, and that the world isn’t to be trusted can be a lonely and frightening endeavor. Using drugs and or alcohol may seem to be the only real relief. Everyone has two sides to them, one believing nothing will ever change and another hoping for a better way. I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore the negative self-talk and inner critic that prevents you from being your authentic self, leading you to use substances to cope.
I also work with family members, family systems, and loved ones of people who are struggling with substance use.
Going through life feeling misunderstood, disconnected from others, uncomfortable in your skin, and that the world isn’t to be trusted can be a lonely and frightening endeavor. Using drugs and or alcohol may seem to be the only real relief. Everyone has two sides to them, one believing nothing will ever change and another hoping for a better way. I provide a safe and supportive environment for you to explore the negative self-talk and inner critic that prevents you from being your authentic self, leading you to use substances to cope.
Paula A. Gentile
APRN, MSN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Waitlist for new clients
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with expertise in both therapy and medication management. I am passionate about helping people learn how to manage stress and anxiety, heal from past wounds, and working with those that are in recovery from alcohol and substance use disorders. It is a privilege for me to both witness and assist people on their journey of harnessing their own resilience and transforming their lives.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with expertise in both therapy and medication management. I am passionate about helping people learn how to manage stress and anxiety, heal from past wounds, and working with those that are in recovery from alcohol and substance use disorders. It is a privilege for me to both witness and assist people on their journey of harnessing their own resilience and transforming their lives.
Oriel Jane Offit
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
I've worked in a variety of mental health settings, including a high school, a college counseling center, and as the trauma specialist in a hospital substance abuse treatment program.
My job is to help you let go of what isn't working for you anymore. I focus on your current issues but also on those longstanding patterns that surface again and again throughout the life span and cause unhappiness. My approach is interpersonal and client-centered, but I also incorporate concrete strategies for symptom alleviation.
I've worked in a variety of mental health settings, including a high school, a college counseling center, and as the trauma specialist in a hospital substance abuse treatment program.
My job is to help you let go of what isn't working for you anymore. I focus on your current issues but also on those longstanding patterns that surface again and again throughout the life span and cause unhappiness. My approach is interpersonal and client-centered, but I also incorporate concrete strategies for symptom alleviation.
Shelley Walker Rosen
Counselor, LCPC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Hello, my practice is full at this time and I am not accepting new clients. I use Body-Centered Psychotherapy as an approach to holistic healing. I work with young adults through older adult during/throughout life transitions. My back ground in dance/movement therapy and creative arts enables me to use techniques that help balance and integrate emotional, cognitive, social, and physical well being. I am also trained in mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Prenatal and postpartum women as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and substance abuse can greatly benefit from my partnership.
Hello, my practice is full at this time and I am not accepting new clients. I use Body-Centered Psychotherapy as an approach to holistic healing. I work with young adults through older adult during/throughout life transitions. My back ground in dance/movement therapy and creative arts enables me to use techniques that help balance and integrate emotional, cognitive, social, and physical well being. I am also trained in mindfulness based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Prenatal and postpartum women as well as those experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and substance abuse can greatly benefit from my partnership.
Catherine Ouellette
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 (Online Only)
As a dually licensed therapist I specialize in both mental health therapy as well as substance abuse and affected other counseling. Although I am able to provide either form of treatment alone, it is often appropriate to combine the two as a treatment for those experiencing difficulties due to the co-occurrence of symptoms, whether they have the substance abuse issue themselves or are affected by a loved one's substance abuse.
As a dually licensed therapist I specialize in both mental health therapy as well as substance abuse and affected other counseling. Although I am able to provide either form of treatment alone, it is often appropriate to combine the two as a treatment for those experiencing difficulties due to the co-occurrence of symptoms, whether they have the substance abuse issue themselves or are affected by a loved one's substance abuse.
Zeus Markos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
I have diverse training opportunities in outpatient and residential psychotherapy centers working with people of all ages in providing Individual, Group, and Family Therapy for those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, stress, and interpersonal conflict.
My conceptual skills and strengths from clinical practice are well-suited for highly motivated individuals; open to learning how to advance and stabilize their emotional health, based on sound principles for psychological and philosophic conflict-resolution. My approach reflects the understanding that growth requires critical self-reflection and ample time to actualize meaningful change. My experiences in academic studies, clinical services, and social justice affords me a broad range of insights; relevant to developing timely orientations for supporting composed ways, of handling internal and external, past and present conflicts.
I have diverse training opportunities in outpatient and residential psychotherapy centers working with people of all ages in providing Individual, Group, and Family Therapy for those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, stress, and interpersonal conflict.
My conceptual skills and strengths from clinical practice are well-suited for highly motivated individuals; open to learning how to advance and stabilize their emotional health, based on sound principles for psychological and philosophic conflict-resolution. My approach reflects the understanding that growth requires critical self-reflection and ample time to actualize meaningful change. My experiences in academic studies, clinical services, and social justice affords me a broad range of insights; relevant to developing timely orientations for supporting composed ways, of handling internal and external, past and present conflicts.
Laurie Fear
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, MBA
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Welcome. You’ve come to the right place. Entering recovery from addiction can feel like you've landed on a strange new planet. It's normal to feel alone, confused and vulnerable, not having a clue where to start. Forging your unique path to wellness is the journey that lies ahead. You have the ability to heal yourself, but you are not meant to do it alone. As a professional counselor with lived experience in long-term recovery, I can help to guide you forward.
Welcome. You’ve come to the right place. Entering recovery from addiction can feel like you've landed on a strange new planet. It's normal to feel alone, confused and vulnerable, not having a clue where to start. Forging your unique path to wellness is the journey that lies ahead. You have the ability to heal yourself, but you are not meant to do it alone. As a professional counselor with lived experience in long-term recovery, I can help to guide you forward.
Amber Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am an individual and family therapist with over a decade of experience working with adolescents, adults, and parents of children with difficult behaviors. I specialize in helping families and individuals cope with life changes and manage symptoms related to Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, and grief.
I am an individual and family therapist with over a decade of experience working with adolescents, adults, and parents of children with difficult behaviors. I specialize in helping families and individuals cope with life changes and manage symptoms related to Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Autism, and grief.
Dr. Scott D Wykes
Counselor, CPC, NGH
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 (Online Only)
C'mon guys, let's be real, can we? I usually joke with the men that come to see me that they are either court-ordered or wife-ordered for therapy. I recognize that humor can be a powerful icebreaker easing into the process of addressing issues. Whether it be improved communication skills, increased self-awareness, developing empathy for self and others, mood management, or just plain having an empathic ear to validate your struggles. I can offer you assistance in achieving those goals and more if you would like.
C'mon guys, let's be real, can we? I usually joke with the men that come to see me that they are either court-ordered or wife-ordered for therapy. I recognize that humor can be a powerful icebreaker easing into the process of addressing issues. Whether it be improved communication skills, increased self-awareness, developing empathy for self and others, mood management, or just plain having an empathic ear to validate your struggles. I can offer you assistance in achieving those goals and more if you would like.
Alison Lynn Catey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Waitlist for new clients
I would be honored to offer you and/or your child/teen the gift of deep listening, respect, and support; to join with you in the beauty of nature alongside the strength and deep presence of animals.
I would be honored to offer you and/or your child/teen the gift of deep listening, respect, and support; to join with you in the beauty of nature alongside the strength and deep presence of animals.
Elizabeth MacInnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 (Online Only)
As a certified Internal Family Systems therapist, I aim to cultivate a space with room to understand our own inherent truth and wisdom within. Through sessions that combine both holistic psychotherapy and counseling, I will support you in building a relationship with yourself that is rooted in love and nourishment. I believe that our lives, sexuality, and gender are all fluid, and aim to facilitate exploration and discovery without judgement. I utilize intuition, card pulling, and astrology within session.
As a certified Internal Family Systems therapist, I aim to cultivate a space with room to understand our own inherent truth and wisdom within. Through sessions that combine both holistic psychotherapy and counseling, I will support you in building a relationship with yourself that is rooted in love and nourishment. I believe that our lives, sexuality, and gender are all fluid, and aim to facilitate exploration and discovery without judgement. I utilize intuition, card pulling, and astrology within session.
Victoria Savage
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Life can be so difficult at times. With so much going on in the world around and often within us it’s all too easy to lose your balance, feel lost and isolated. You may be experiencing increased feelings of anxiety, depression, fear or anger and resentment. Relationship conflicts may intensify or reinforce past traumas. As a professional with over 20 years of practice treating trauma and other mental health conditions, I can provide the guidance and support to help you make the changes you need to move beyond this challenging period of your life, toward something that feels more authentic and true for you.
Life can be so difficult at times. With so much going on in the world around and often within us it’s all too easy to lose your balance, feel lost and isolated. You may be experiencing increased feelings of anxiety, depression, fear or anger and resentment. Relationship conflicts may intensify or reinforce past traumas. As a professional with over 20 years of practice treating trauma and other mental health conditions, I can provide the guidance and support to help you make the changes you need to move beyond this challenging period of your life, toward something that feels more authentic and true for you.
GETME
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
There's some kind of trouble with yourself or the world. You're afraid, or self-critical, or frozen in resentment or grief. Maybe you're critical of others. Maybe you simmer. Maybe others take advantage of you, but somehow it's hard to say no. Or maybe you come on too strong. You overdo it. Somehow you just can't find the balance. You'd like to make a change, but you honestly don't know what to do. You're afraid if you start that you'll scream, or you'll cry, or nothing at will come out at all. Maybe this has happened. You either keep doing what isn't working, or you've stopped doing anything at all.
There's some kind of trouble with yourself or the world. You're afraid, or self-critical, or frozen in resentment or grief. Maybe you're critical of others. Maybe you simmer. Maybe others take advantage of you, but somehow it's hard to say no. Or maybe you come on too strong. You overdo it. Somehow you just can't find the balance. You'd like to make a change, but you honestly don't know what to do. You're afraid if you start that you'll scream, or you'll cry, or nothing at will come out at all. Maybe this has happened. You either keep doing what isn't working, or you've stopped doing anything at all.
Lindan Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CTS, CADC
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Hello! I welcome folks of all neurotypes and diversities, genders and sexual identities, beliefs, stories, and beginnings. I honor you as an individual, your experiences, and your commitment to change. I offer a safe environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. If you struggle with anger, self-doubt, self-critical thoughts, self-destructive behaviors, a lack of motivation, or repeatedly find yourself in unfulfilling relationships, let’s work together toward a more resilient, more peaceful you. Please visit my website at lindantreelifeworks.com
Hello! I welcome folks of all neurotypes and diversities, genders and sexual identities, beliefs, stories, and beginnings. I honor you as an individual, your experiences, and your commitment to change. I offer a safe environment to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. If you struggle with anger, self-doubt, self-critical thoughts, self-destructive behaviors, a lack of motivation, or repeatedly find yourself in unfulfilling relationships, let’s work together toward a more resilient, more peaceful you. Please visit my website at lindantreelifeworks.com
Dan Zuiches, PhD
Psychologist, PhD, MBA, CGP
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
I work with high-functioning professionals whose stressful lives are causing relationship issues, depression, or anxiety. I have a passion for helping organizational leaders better manage their work-life balance. By talking things through with an expert you can get a better handle on your difficulties, and realize your potential.
I work with high-functioning professionals whose stressful lives are causing relationship issues, depression, or anxiety. I have a passion for helping organizational leaders better manage their work-life balance. By talking things through with an expert you can get a better handle on your difficulties, and realize your potential.
Psychology Specialists of Maine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
We have October openings in person and tele-health! Our intake specialists will help match you with one of our experienced and caring Maine psychologist with whom you can begin your journey toward meaningful change. We are a local, women-owned therapy center offering specialized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, bipolar, grief, eating disorders, personality disorders, health concerns, chronic pain and illness, sleep problems, relationship concerns, and couples counseling. Please visit our website to learn more about our services.
We have October openings in person and tele-health! Our intake specialists will help match you with one of our experienced and caring Maine psychologist with whom you can begin your journey toward meaningful change. We are a local, women-owned therapy center offering specialized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, OCD, bipolar, grief, eating disorders, personality disorders, health concerns, chronic pain and illness, sleep problems, relationship concerns, and couples counseling. Please visit our website to learn more about our services.
Bishop Health - Portland
MD
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
An innovative outpatient psychiatry and mental health treatment designed to get the results you need. We offer a comprehensive array of outpatient treatments and psychiatry services, using an individualized approach with flexible options.
An innovative outpatient psychiatry and mental health treatment designed to get the results you need. We offer a comprehensive array of outpatient treatments and psychiatry services, using an individualized approach with flexible options.
Loren Bush
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Bush is currently not accepting new patients (updated 01/26/2021). Dr. Loren Bush received his doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University New England. He has worked with a wide range of clients across the developmental life span in a variety of clinical settings. These include; university counselling centers, community mental health facilities for children and families, outpatient hospital settings, and private practices.
Dr. Bush is currently not accepting new patients (updated 01/26/2021). Dr. Loren Bush received his doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University New England. He has worked with a wide range of clients across the developmental life span in a variety of clinical settings. These include; university counselling centers, community mental health facilities for children and families, outpatient hospital settings, and private practices.
Dr. Frank Luongo
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
You can buy a suit at Sears or go to a custom tailor. My treatment plan and approach is customized for you as an individual and based on a careful listening assessment of your presenting problem and the unique individual context of your life. I will give advice and direction when necessary and I will not sit like a stone and not respond. I react to you in treatment and I feel privileged to join you in whatever struggle has brought you to me.
You can buy a suit at Sears or go to a custom tailor. My treatment plan and approach is customized for you as an individual and based on a careful listening assessment of your presenting problem and the unique individual context of your life. I will give advice and direction when necessary and I will not sit like a stone and not respond. I react to you in treatment and I feel privileged to join you in whatever struggle has brought you to me.
Julia Handy Hagen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
“And then the day came, when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom “ Anaïs Nin. I use a "here and now" approach and believe therapy is a joint effort in healing emotional wounds so that my clients can live more fully and peacefully in their present life. I believe relationships are healing, and a strong connection and open dialogue is the most effective path toward change. It's important to find a therapist who makes you feel safe, valued and understood. Both my professional and personal experiences have demonstrated to me how challenges can be opportunities for personal growth
“And then the day came, when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom “ Anaïs Nin. I use a "here and now" approach and believe therapy is a joint effort in healing emotional wounds so that my clients can live more fully and peacefully in their present life. I believe relationships are healing, and a strong connection and open dialogue is the most effective path toward change. It's important to find a therapist who makes you feel safe, valued and understood. Both my professional and personal experiences have demonstrated to me how challenges can be opportunities for personal growth
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.