Geriatric and Seniors Therapists in Sagadahoc County, ME

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 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.

My approach to counseling recognizes the uniqueness of each individual. I have experience working with folks 18-80 dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, health concerns, grief,and other major life transitions. My practice focuses on deep inner work that encourages self-awareness and a feeling relationship with the body. This work is facilitated by a strong and trusting client/counselor relationship based on warmth and non-judgment. You will gain insight into feelings, learn to understand behavior and reduce emotional suffering so that your changes are positive and lasting. One opening available now, waiting list

So many of our issues today are related to relationships, past and present. Issues regarding abuse, and the stress of everyday life can make us feel overwhelmed. Managing emotional issues like anger, resentment, and emotional distance can be confusing. I believe that my friendly and knowledgeable approach to my clients enables new insights, and behaviors that improve people's lives. I invite you to call me for an appointment soon.

As a therapist with over 20 years of experience, my goal is to help you live a more fulfilling life. Together, we will examine what is not working, challenge thoughts and beliefs that are unproductive and create a plan for change. As we work together, you will find new ways of coping and begin challenging thoughts, behaviors and feelings that no longer serve you.

I understand how difficult it can be to reach out for help, especially to a complete stranger! If you are reading this, you've probably tried everything you can think of to improve your current situation on your own. My hope is you'll find something in this profile that resonates with you and prompts you to call me. Together, through a trusting therapeutic relationship, we can get to the heart of your issue. Working at your own pace, you'll begin the process of healing, and gain some important tools to keep your life in balance.

Let's face it...life can feel overwhelming or discouraging at times. Everyone has been there at some point. Fortunately, all of us have an innate drive to heal and feel better; to regain a sense of control, become more resilient or empowered, or face and overcome challenging obstacles. But still, it's not unusual for us to have difficulty tapping into that sometimes—or know how to start. That's where I come in. I help you find your strengths as you address, work through, or resolve what is troubling you. Reaching out for help isn't always easy, but is one of the best and most courageous things you can do.

Practiced at helping people to build concrete steps to resolve complex situations, I see adults who want to make changes in their lives. I enjoy working with people, and am happy to help you explore what is on your mind and help you build a path to get where you want to go in your life.

I work with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds and varying needs. Often, I support people to manage stress, sadness, and frustrations during life transitions. This may include assistance navigating stressors in relationships, within the family, at work, and at school. I enjoy helping families, and working with women who are pregnant or post partum. I help people to sort through their feelings, identify their goals, and develop a plan to move forward.

People seeking the help of a therapist often feel alone, defeated, and even ashamed. Because of these typical feelings I believe it is extremely important for the therapist to foster feelings of hope and acceptance as a foundation for the work to follow. To achieve this I embrace the humanistic principle of Unconditional Positive Regard working with clients within a non-judgmental cooperative alliance.My office is located in a convenient, rural, residential setting that many of my clients have described as therapeutic. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship problems, PTSD, and loss of meaning in their lives.

I have worked in this field for over 15 years, and I grow to love my role more and more as I support others in their journey toward being the best version of themselves. Many people who are hurting and wish for guidance seek out what they believe are the best techniques in therapy. Throughout my time working in the field, I have come to realize that the therapeutic relationship is just as important - if not more so.

Generally, it is discomfort that brings us into therapy. Discomfort (anxiety, depression, stress) is borne of an almost limitless array of life circumstances: challenging relationships, problematic perceptions of self, coping with life/work stressors, and the uncertainties we are all facing in today’s world. This universal condition of discomfort, as one famous therapist said; finds us “in the soup together.” As a consequence of our shared humanity, it is in relationship that we humans most commonly find the opportunity for deepened self-understanding and abiding change.