Therapists in South Portland, ME
Morgan Wallingford
Counselor, LCPC-C
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106
I provide treatment for individuals with mental health and disabilities. My intention is to help each one of my clients discover what they want out of life and to become the best version of themselves. Opening up to a stranger can be a challenge, I strive to promote equality in sessions and help individuals to advocate for themselves.
I provide treatment for individuals with mental health and disabilities. My intention is to help each one of my clients discover what they want out of life and to become the best version of themselves. Opening up to a stranger can be a challenge, I strive to promote equality in sessions and help individuals to advocate for themselves.
Drea Michaud
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
Not accepting new clients
Note: Full practice right now - warm regards.I offer compassionate, experiential psychotherapy for adults, specializing in mindfulness-based and Internal Family Systems therapy for depression, anxiety and trauma. Honoring the dynamic mind-body relationship, I incorporate awareness-building, body-based practices to facilitate emotional, behavioral & cognitive expression, healing & growth, such as guided meditation, visualization & yoga-inspired breathwork and movement. I believe that bringing our full attention to our inner experiences with curiosity awakens a natural spring of self-compassion and an innate capacity for deep healing.
Note: Full practice right now - warm regards.I offer compassionate, experiential psychotherapy for adults, specializing in mindfulness-based and Internal Family Systems therapy for depression, anxiety and trauma. Honoring the dynamic mind-body relationship, I incorporate awareness-building, body-based practices to facilitate emotional, behavioral & cognitive expression, healing & growth, such as guided meditation, visualization & yoga-inspired breathwork and movement. I believe that bringing our full attention to our inner experiences with curiosity awakens a natural spring of self-compassion and an innate capacity for deep healing.
Monica Delehanty
Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
I also led bereavement groups at the Cancer Community Center for several years and am aware of what illness and treatment can do to one's balance.
We try to take care of ourselves, connect with supportive people, and make good decisions - but being alive can be overwhelming at times - losses of health, loved ones, our sense of balance. When this happens it may bring up older unresolved issues or we may feel depressed or anxious. Sometimes it helps to just slow things down and look at what's going on with curiosity rather than judgment. It might be time to take a step back to look at what your goals are, what obstructs you enjoying your life more and getting satisfaction from your relationships - to look at creating new meaning from your experiences.
I also led bereavement groups at the Cancer Community Center for several years and am aware of what illness and treatment can do to one's balance.
We try to take care of ourselves, connect with supportive people, and make good decisions - but being alive can be overwhelming at times - losses of health, loved ones, our sense of balance. When this happens it may bring up older unresolved issues or we may feel depressed or anxious. Sometimes it helps to just slow things down and look at what's going on with curiosity rather than judgment. It might be time to take a step back to look at what your goals are, what obstructs you enjoying your life more and getting satisfaction from your relationships - to look at creating new meaning from your experiences.
Rita McPhillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04116
Not accepting new clients
Current openings for Wise Women's Group only: Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Perhaps you've been struggling with depression, anxiety, strained relationships or loneliness. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Are your loved one's behaviors becoming highly stressful for you? Normal transitions may be relocating, retirement, new job, and more. Life is full of stressors! If any of these things ring true, you are not alone. I would like to help you find renewed strength, a sense of calm, and confidence in your ability to move toward a life in which you find meaning and purpose.
Current openings for Wise Women's Group only: Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Perhaps you've been struggling with depression, anxiety, strained relationships or loneliness. Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Are your loved one's behaviors becoming highly stressful for you? Normal transitions may be relocating, retirement, new job, and more. Life is full of stressors! If any of these things ring true, you are not alone. I would like to help you find renewed strength, a sense of calm, and confidence in your ability to move toward a life in which you find meaning and purpose.
StonyCreek Psychotherapy and Wellness, LLC
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
***Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth and In-Person***
***Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth and In-Person***
Tracy Mallwitz
Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, CAADC, SAP, CCS
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Licensed in Maine and Michigan offering EMDR for trauma. I'm here to ignite positive transformation through the power of the therapist-client connection. Imagine a safe haven where your voice is heard, where every concern finds a comfortable space for discussion, no matter its size. I'm your partner on this journey, using a strengths-based approach to uncover the roots of thoughts, feelings, and actions, offering unwavering support and deep empathy for your healing.
Licensed in Maine and Michigan offering EMDR for trauma. I'm here to ignite positive transformation through the power of the therapist-client connection. Imagine a safe haven where your voice is heard, where every concern finds a comfortable space for discussion, no matter its size. I'm your partner on this journey, using a strengths-based approach to uncover the roots of thoughts, feelings, and actions, offering unwavering support and deep empathy for your healing.
James W Lehr III
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
In these hectic times, we sometimes find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from loved ones, or "stuck" and unsure about where we are headed. Some of us even struggle with past trauma that continues to define our present. As a therapist my responsibility is to provide a safe and supportive environment promoting awareness, cultivating strengths, and encouraging lasting change. My clients would describe me as warm, genuine, non-judgmental, open, and motivating. My style draws upon an experience range including solution-focused, Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. website: james-lehr.clientsecure.me
In these hectic times, we sometimes find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from loved ones, or "stuck" and unsure about where we are headed. Some of us even struggle with past trauma that continues to define our present. As a therapist my responsibility is to provide a safe and supportive environment promoting awareness, cultivating strengths, and encouraging lasting change. My clients would describe me as warm, genuine, non-judgmental, open, and motivating. My style draws upon an experience range including solution-focused, Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. website: james-lehr.clientsecure.me
Renee C Cross
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Many of the clients I work with struggle with feelings of self-criticism, perfectionism, difficulties in relationships, people pleasing, and worry, which are often rooted in trauma, depression and anxiety. I work with individuals who are on their journey to healing from past traumas. We will work together to identify areas of growth, while creating a path forward to increasing feelings of empowerment, connection and self worth. I take a holistic approach to therapy, combining evidence based practices such as EMDR, CBT and Ego state therapy creating a tailored approach to meet each individuals needs.
Many of the clients I work with struggle with feelings of self-criticism, perfectionism, difficulties in relationships, people pleasing, and worry, which are often rooted in trauma, depression and anxiety. I work with individuals who are on their journey to healing from past traumas. We will work together to identify areas of growth, while creating a path forward to increasing feelings of empowerment, connection and self worth. I take a holistic approach to therapy, combining evidence based practices such as EMDR, CBT and Ego state therapy creating a tailored approach to meet each individuals needs.
Lisa DiGiovanni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106
Hello! I'm Lisa DiGiovanni, a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and I would like to welcome you to my counseling and therapy practice. *I strive to provide a mindful and inviting safe place for all who need to work through life experiences and transitions. *I strive to hold the space for YOU to have awareness, understanding and healing from any trauma, stressors or disappointments along your journey. *Together, as equals we will discover strategies and solutions to create growth and fulfillment for you.
Hello! I'm Lisa DiGiovanni, a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and I would like to welcome you to my counseling and therapy practice. *I strive to provide a mindful and inviting safe place for all who need to work through life experiences and transitions. *I strive to hold the space for YOU to have awareness, understanding and healing from any trauma, stressors or disappointments along your journey. *Together, as equals we will discover strategies and solutions to create growth and fulfillment for you.
Cheryl Plourde
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106
Not accepting new clients
Therapy is a place to explore how you feel, think, and live in the present, which is influenced by your past. The core beliefs and feelings we hold about ourselves are the key to how we live our lives. When these beliefs are negative they lead to unhappiness and feeling stuck. This may come from past and present experiences, dysfunctional habitual patterns or distressing event(s). We are extremely loyal to the familiar, even when it is not working. Finding someone to talk to about your most private life requires an environment of safety built on trust and confidentiality.
Therapy is a place to explore how you feel, think, and live in the present, which is influenced by your past. The core beliefs and feelings we hold about ourselves are the key to how we live our lives. When these beliefs are negative they lead to unhappiness and feeling stuck. This may come from past and present experiences, dysfunctional habitual patterns or distressing event(s). We are extremely loyal to the familiar, even when it is not working. Finding someone to talk to about your most private life requires an environment of safety built on trust and confidentiality.
Kara Evans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW-CC
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, unworkable substance use, or struggling to adapt to life's many changes, therapy can be a powerful tool to help navigate life's twists and turns and achieve a sense of wholeness. I work collaboratively with adolescents and adults of all ages to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to experience growth, healing, and change.
Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, unworkable substance use, or struggling to adapt to life's many changes, therapy can be a powerful tool to help navigate life's twists and turns and achieve a sense of wholeness. I work collaboratively with adolescents and adults of all ages to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to experience growth, healing, and change.
Jon Petruschke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Portland, ME 04106
I specialize in adults and professionals. Life challenges everyone and sometimes we feel stuck. Stuck in sadness, worry, or doubt. Trapped in challenging relationship patterns, old habits or overwhelming stress. I can support you in getting unstuck - overcoming loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and family challenges, career difficulties, transitions and burnout. We sometimes struggle to find meaning and purpose in our work and personal lives. We sometimes feel broken, different or like we’re not enough. I can help you reconnect to what matters to you, what you love about life, and find a way forward.
I specialize in adults and professionals. Life challenges everyone and sometimes we feel stuck. Stuck in sadness, worry, or doubt. Trapped in challenging relationship patterns, old habits or overwhelming stress. I can support you in getting unstuck - overcoming loss, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and family challenges, career difficulties, transitions and burnout. We sometimes struggle to find meaning and purpose in our work and personal lives. We sometimes feel broken, different or like we’re not enough. I can help you reconnect to what matters to you, what you love about life, and find a way forward.
Beth Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Portland, ME 04106 (Online Only)
I am a seasoned licensed therapist with a private practice in Portland. I specialize in relationship challenges, mild to chronic mental health issues and life transitions including school, work, health, aging and more. For more information, please check my website at www.clarkecumberlandcounseling.com. Thank you and I look forward to meeting!
I am a seasoned licensed therapist with a private practice in Portland. I specialize in relationship challenges, mild to chronic mental health issues and life transitions including school, work, health, aging and more. For more information, please check my website at www.clarkecumberlandcounseling.com. Thank you and I look forward to meeting!
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Christine Linnehan
Counselor, MS, LCPC, BC-DMT, FT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, ME 04102 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! I enjoy working with children, adults, couples and families. A main focus of my practice is grief counseling. I am certified in thanatology and have a special interest in providing support to individuals and families after traumatic loss. I also have extensive experience working with those who are seeking help for depression and anxiety or who would like to improve their capacity to cope with stress, relationships, and life transitions.
Welcome! I enjoy working with children, adults, couples and families. A main focus of my practice is grief counseling. I am certified in thanatology and have a special interest in providing support to individuals and families after traumatic loss. I also have extensive experience working with those who are seeking help for depression and anxiety or who would like to improve their capacity to cope with stress, relationships, and life transitions.
Ryan P. Shannon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04102 (Online Only)
The thought "I need someone to talk to" can be challenging, and finding the "right" person to speak with can be overwhelming. I make it my mission to create a judgment-free, open, calming space for you to explore those parts of your life where you'd welcome change, and contemplate what change means for you. Let's work together to create more balance in your life! Email contact is preferred as I can respond faster than a telephone call.
The thought "I need someone to talk to" can be challenging, and finding the "right" person to speak with can be overwhelming. I make it my mission to create a judgment-free, open, calming space for you to explore those parts of your life where you'd welcome change, and contemplate what change means for you. Let's work together to create more balance in your life! Email contact is preferred as I can respond faster than a telephone call.
Eric Lutz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals experiencing difficult life transitions, stress, anxiety, chronic pain, depression, and grief.
I specialize in helping individuals experiencing difficult life transitions, stress, anxiety, chronic pain, depression, and grief.
Julia Burns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101 (Online Only)
Welcome! I know that we are living in some challenging times. There is a profound sense of burnout we are all feeling these days. When you couple that with depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss, it can feel overwhelming. There is hope. By sharing your challenges and learning new ways to cope, improvement and recovery are possible. I am a psychotherapist who provides online therapy to adults, adolescents, and families. I have been practicing social work for 30 years. I hold a Master's Degree and a Doctoral Degree in Social Work and am licensed in Maine as a clinical social worker.
Welcome! I know that we are living in some challenging times. There is a profound sense of burnout we are all feeling these days. When you couple that with depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss, it can feel overwhelming. There is hope. By sharing your challenges and learning new ways to cope, improvement and recovery are possible. I am a psychotherapist who provides online therapy to adults, adolescents, and families. I have been practicing social work for 30 years. I hold a Master's Degree and a Doctoral Degree in Social Work and am licensed in Maine as a clinical social worker.
Curtis M Scribner Jr.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04102
I have developed strong evidence-based therapeutic skills in Acceptance and Commitment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Treatment and Structural Family Therapy. These modalities help me support individuals and families to learn and grow towards what is meaningful and valuable in their lives.
I have developed strong evidence-based therapeutic skills in Acceptance and Commitment and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Treatment and Structural Family Therapy. These modalities help me support individuals and families to learn and grow towards what is meaningful and valuable in their lives.
Benjamin Douglas Cote
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04102 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Ben provides counseling to children, adolescents, adults and families. He has a holistic view of counseling and views wellness as having psychological, physical and spiritual components. He has an eclectic approach with interests in existential, humanistic, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapies. Ben specializes in working with clients with disabilities, both physical and developmental. Ben also has interests in parenting, particularly parents of children with disabilities.
Ben provides counseling to children, adolescents, adults and families. He has a holistic view of counseling and views wellness as having psychological, physical and spiritual components. He has an eclectic approach with interests in existential, humanistic, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapies. Ben specializes in working with clients with disabilities, both physical and developmental. Ben also has interests in parenting, particularly parents of children with disabilities.
Clare Moss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, ME 04101
Waitlist for new clients
I am an empathetic therapist who specializes in helping adults and older adults who are struggling with life changes and challenges. I can help you resolve past experiences that may be effecting personal growth in your present day life. I believe in taking an integrative approach to therapy and will work with you to develop new coping skills, new behaviors and thinking patterns. Whether you are feeling anxious or depressed due to events/emotions/behaviors that are making you feel overwhelmed, we can work together to find ways to help you to a more livable, functional place mentally and spiritually.
I am an empathetic therapist who specializes in helping adults and older adults who are struggling with life changes and challenges. I can help you resolve past experiences that may be effecting personal growth in your present day life. I believe in taking an integrative approach to therapy and will work with you to develop new coping skills, new behaviors and thinking patterns. Whether you are feeling anxious or depressed due to events/emotions/behaviors that are making you feel overwhelmed, we can work together to find ways to help you to a more livable, functional place mentally and spiritually.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.