Therapists serving clients in Waterville, ME

I am a licensed therapist in both Maine (LCPC) and Pennsylvania (LPC), and have been practicing in the counseling field for over twenty years. I was raised in a family focused on human services, as my mother was a therapist and my father was a special education teacher for emotionally challenged students. I began my own work in the field while still in high school, volunteering with child survivors of sexual abuse, moving on to complete Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in psychology. I have worked with people of varying ages and of diverse backgrounds over the years and in a variety of settings. I have been an outpatient therapist and a residential clinician, a wilderness therapist and a marriage counselor. I have held therapy in offices, schools, family homes, and deep in the forests of northern Wisconsin. Over the years I have come to believe in one thing above all others: no matter what the environment or the form of therapy, the individual strength and resilience of the human spirit is paramount. From this perspective, my role as a therapist must be to trust the individual as to the direction they need to travel, and to assist along the way by opening doors and exploring options rather than dictating any one path. I draw on a number of clinical approaches in my therapy work; including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Motivational Interviewing. I also have experience with psychodynamic approaches with specific clients. I believe the approach is best matched to the individual, rather than the individual to the approach. I therefore tailor my approach to the strengths and disposition with whom I am working, and remain flexible in this approach as the work progresses. Growth and development are cornerstones of therapy, and I believe this is true too of the therapist. I remain excited to grow and learn, and continue my own education through trainings and regular engagement with literature. My best teachers, however, continue to be those I work with. Therapy is a partnership, and while I have much to offer in the therapeutic relationship, rarely do I conclude work with an individual quite the same as when we started together. I look forward to walking with you on your journey for a little while, and will feel honored and wish you well when our ways eventually part. Most of all I hope the part of your journey we call therapy will be enlightening, strengthening, and yielding of the peace we all seek and deserve.

ABOUT ME I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a trained Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist with 28 years of clinical experience. First licensed in the State of New York and now in the State of Maine I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse population in each of those environments. Having first been a dancer, aerialist and choreographer my private practice reflects an emphasis on the client's capacity to be open minded and to find creative solutions to problems. In the many years of my practice working with individuals and couples I have dealt with a wide range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, marital relational problems, family of origin issues, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, food and drug addiction, personality and mood disorders, and developmental life changes. My specialty is working with severe trauma. I have worked with clients who have experienced emotional, sexual and physical abuse in early childhood resulting in poor self esteem and relational issues in adulthood. Also prevalent has been my work with Veterans suffering from traumatic events (PTSD) and adjustments to civilian life. I have been a staunch advocate for Veterans assisting them in receiving their due benefits. As an artist I am especially suited to work with visual and performing artists and have been successful in helping artists who struggle to balance their need to create art while providing for the necessities of daily living. Subsequent to the pandemic my practice has expanded to work with those clients suffering from depression and anxiety related to those issues that arise from the pandemic; isolation, kids and partners being at home; schools being closed, loss of a job, the death of a loved one and the overwhelming sense of disconnection from extended family and friends. I am told by my clients that I create a safe place where they feel comfortable to share their innermost fears and concerns. My purpose as a therapist is to be a nonjudgemental listener to provide empathy, compassion and understanding in the therapeutic engagement. Using different treatment modalities depending on the needs and goals of the client we move together to meet those goals and to create a better sense of well being. You've taken the first courageous step in reaching out and seeking help and I would feel honored to work with you. EDUCATION: Masters Degree in Social Work from Yeshiva University, Certificate of completion in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the Greenwich Institute of Psychoanalytic Studies. SPECIALTIES Stress, Anxiety Depression Trauma, Abuse Veterans and PTSD Gender Identity Issues Marital and Interpersonal relationships Artists creative and survival issues Also experienced in: LGBTQ issues, Veteran issues PTSD, Early childhood sexual, emotional and physical abuse issues, Death and Dying, Grief and Mourning, Coping with life changes and transition issues, Aging and Geriatric issues, Artists and survival issues, Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Marital and Relationship issues, Gender Identity issues, Family Conflict issues, Family of Origin issues, Social Anxiety and Phobias, Multicultural Dynamics, Self Esteem issues, ADHD, Panic Attacks, Career issues, Personality Disorders (Paranoid, Narcissistic, Borderline, Antisocial, Avoidant, Dependent) End of Life issues, Eating Disorders, Addictive Disorders, Communication Problems, Impulse-Control Issues, Young Adult issues, Women's Issues Clinical approaches: Insight Oriented Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Existential Therapy, Dance Movement Therapy Years of Experience: 28 SERVICES OFFERED phone video LICENSING LCSW: LC7171 (Expires April 30, 2023)

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Maine, and I have had the privilege of working with families and adults for over 10. I have worked with clients struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, substance abuse, family conflict, anger management, LGBTQ+, intimate partner violence, families working with child protective services, and supporting parents who are raising children with behavioral issues. My treatment style is strength based, judgement free, and I see our therapeutic relationship as being a team. I have training in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Intimate Partner Violence, Non-suicidal Self-injury, and Structural Family Therapy. Most importantly though, I have learned that people are incredible, strong and resilient and I would love to support you in reaching your treatment goals and improving your life. "I'm not saying it's going to be easy; I'm saying it's going to be worth it." - B. Dave Walters I look forward to working with you!!

Seeking additional clients from ARIZONA Welcome to my Therapy Room. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working in Mental Health. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including refugees, geriatric, chronic mental illness, relationship issues, and trauma. I have had special training in diagnosing Adults on the Autism Spectrum using the ADOS 2. My therapy style is person centered and solution focused. I believe you already have answers within you but may need someone to shine a flashlight on parts that may be hidden or buried. I will tailor our dialogue to meet your unique and specific needs. I am an introvert and will be more of a listener and guider. My style is not as interactive and upbeat as compared to an extroverted therapist. I am straightforward and go straight to the work in most cases, rather than spending lengthy time on small talk. I am part of the LGBTQ+ community. I came to this country as a refugee in the 1980s and am a survivor of trauma. Age is important to clients so I will disclose I am in the 40 to 45 age range. My hobbies, include hiking, board games, reading, drinking tea and playing with cats. Betterhelp does not allow us to diagnose people. In some cases diagnoses may not be helpful, as they can tend to place people into self defeating pattern. If medications are required such as in the cases of Bipolar Disorder and Schizophrenia, diagnoses and medications can certainly be helpful to obtain prior to attending therapy. A little explanation on how I use different therapies: Somatic- helping you locate the feeling in the body and describing it based on a feeling meditation that originates from Eastern philosophies (this is a common technique used by therapists in recent years) CBT- working on thought distortions. Specifically, I like to teach a session on 13 common thought distortions and help you identify how they show up for you. ACT- working on seeing things can be both this way and that way, it's not black and white. We add the word "and" rather than "or" to your view of the world. AEDP- exploring how anxiety is really a cover for other emotions such as disappointment, rage, fear etc. Compassionate Inquiry- identifying how the emotional flashbacks (aka triggers) you are experiencing now are related to things that took place in the past. Awareness leads to initiation and we work on no longer letting these patterns take control of your life. Therapist self disclosure with personal stories that relate to yours is necessary. (this goes against some older styles where therapists didn't self-disclose) Motivational Interviewing- looking at how your goals don't match your current behaviors. Regular talk therapy and venting is great too- it helps me reflect back your patterns to you. For instance if you say a certain phrase frequently I will point this out to you. Poetry- I enjoy mixing in poetry when it pertains to certain issues and especially if you are a writer/poet. Shadow Work- exploring your unconscious patterns and stored memories and how they affect your way of thinking. Please take advantage of the journal feature. If you share it with me I may comment and we can discuss highlights during our sessions. I am ok with you having to multitask/snack/cook/text as long as you are dressed appropriately and engage in therapy. While we try our best to have a professional setting, sometimes working from home entails apartment noises, and a less than perfect setting. I may eat a snack or use my standing desk and exercise my feet for health reasons. If you are here for relationship struggles I will ask you and your significant other to take the Gottman Relationship Checkup which will cost $39 per couple. It will give us a comprehensive map of areas to focus on. My sessions are 30 to 45 minutes. We can see how the session is flowing and the stopping point will occur naturally for each session. However the minimum is 30 minutes. I can't accept less than that due to financial reasons. I look forward to meeting you!

Hello there! My name is Christina, and I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker. During the past decade of my professional practice, I have worked in a variety of care settings and different levels of care. My passion remains in providing individual therapy in a safe and healing space by joining with you on this journey. Whatever brings you into considering the therapy as a tool for improving your quality of life, my role is to create a space for exploring, questioning, learning, reducing distress, and building healthy coping skills to allow you to flourish. I have a great deal of experience with multiple mental health concerns. However, my areas of particular interest and skill, are anger management, addictions recovery, and recovery from the impact of traumatic stress. In our work, I offer different specialty therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Life Stress Reduction, Cognitive Therapies, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I look forward to meeting with you, hearing about what brings you to consider therapy, and how this process might fit into your healing journey.

I am a therapist who is licensed in Texas and Arizona and specialize in addiction and mental health. I have also worked with clients on a very wide variety of concerns including OCD, stress management, family/couples issues, trauma and personality disorders. My therapy style is empathetic engaging and interactive as well as person centered. I promote inclusion and validation as part of healing journey My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavior therapy, emotional focused therapy and trauma focused. It takes courage to seek therapy and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you! Tammy L. Day LCSW-S, LCDC

I am licensed in Illinois with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed LCPC in Maine with 12 years of professional work experience. I have worked in private practice, as well as within school and head start programming, and closely with the state/ court system at times. I have experience with children, adults and families. I have supported and helped clients with trauma, abuse and neglect, loss and grief, fertility issues, end of life, existential and life changes, family and relational needs, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, motivation and life adjustment needs. I have also worked with the LGBTQ community throughout my time as a therapist.  Everyone deserves respect, sensitivity, and compassion, as well as healthy support in their life. And I truly believe that therapy is good for everyone!! I am excited to meet and help work on a plan/ goals to help you live the life that you both desire & deserve.

Hello, my name is Rachel M. Berger, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, Colorado, and Pennsylvania and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maine with more than eight years of experience. I have experience in anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, life transitions, relationship strategies, and self-esteem development. The counseling theories that I draw from include Cognitive-Behavioral-- identifying and understanding thoughts and actions that influence decision making. Feminist--encouraging self-empowerment and advocacy. Humanistic--focused and directed by the client's goals. Dialectical Behavioral--coping with discomfort, emotion regulation, interpersonal relationships, and mindfulness. Rational Emotive Behavioral--identifying, challenging, and replacing irrational thoughts/beliefs. I offer an open and validating environment. I will adjust my methods to accommodate your goals and therapeutic needs. I have a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Texas of the Permian Basin and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Texas Woman's University. I am here for you when you are ready to start your journey towards a more satisfying life.

I am licensed in three states, to include California, as a clinical social worker, having started in this career field in 2011. In addition, I retired as a military Chaplain after 36 years serving both as a weekend warrior and on full-time deployments. My areas of expertise include Christian counseling, and helping clients work through stress and anxiety, anger management, career difficulties and relationship issues within and outside the Family. Allowing me to accompany you on your courageous journey toward a more fulfilling and happier life will be an honor and a privilege. Let's get started.