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KEYLA ALSTON-GRIFFIN, LMSW-CC
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Keyla believes there is no one-size-fits-all version of growth—and no single story that defines who we are. Her work is grounded in the belief that each person carries a unique inner logic, shaped by family, culture, environment, and lived experience. She sees healing as a process that begins with honoring that complexity.
Keyla supports adolescents (12+), young adults, and families as they navigate life transitions, identity exploration, emotional overwhelm, and the messiness of becoming. Many of her clients are trying to make sense of who they are, how they relate to others, or how to hold space for big emotions in a world that often doesn’t make room for them. Some feel misunderstood or unseen, while others are moving through grief, change, or seeking reconnection with themselves.
Her approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and nonjudgmental. Drawing from evidence-based practices—including CBT, ACT, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused methods—Keyla helps clients feel safe, seen, and grounded in what matters most to them. She listens deeply, asks thoughtful questions, and works with clients to identify patterns, build practical tools, and take meaningful steps forward.
Keyla holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Southern Maine (USM). Her background in nonprofit strategy and systems innovation shapes her deep respect for nuance, context, and the layered narratives people carry. In addition to her clinical work, she engages in research at the intersection of ethics, mental health, and emerging technologies, particularly how digital tools influence identity, perception, and emotional well-being.
Outside of work, Keyla enjoys performing in children’s theater, creating found-object art, and spending time with family and friends. She offers a space where clients don’t have to explain everything, where their insight is honored, and where progress is measured in steps that feel right for them.
EMILY ASHLEY, LCPC
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Emily is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor experienced working with adults, children, parents, and families. First and foremost, Emily wants to establish a trusting and honest relationship with her client where they feel unconditionally respected, heard, and safe. Therapy is a collaboration between client and therapist, and Emily wants to join you as you establish and work towards your unique goals. Certified in TF-CBT and MATCH-ADTC, Emily approaches her work with a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and systems lens. Her work is informed by CBT, attachment theory, and motivational interviewing. Emily is a person of faith and happy to work with clients from that perspective if they so choose. She has a particular skillset in working with those affected by trauma, and struggling with parenting or family challenges.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys hiking with her family, working in her garden, reading, and cuddling her two cats and one dog.
Meghan Altavilla, LMSW-CC
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Meghan holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of New Hampshire and is a conditionally licensed clinical social worker (LMSW-CC). She provides evidence-based interventions grounded in child-centered play therapy (CCPT), a practice that honors each young person’s innate capacity for growth, expression, and healing. While her primary focus is supporting early adolescents, Meghan also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to meet the diverse needs of teens.
Her clinical experience includes working with early adolescents and teenagers experiencing complex mental health and behavioral challenges, including reactive attachment disorder (RAD), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Across all presentations, Meghan prioritizes safety and attunement throughout the therapeutic process, believing that a secure, accepting relationship is the foundation for meaningful change.
Meghan values strong collaboration with parents and caregivers, helping bridge therapeutic insights and skills into everyday life so that growth continues beyond the session.
Outside of her clinical work, Meghan enjoys making art, skiing, hiking, and spending time with animals.
STACEY BAKER, LCSW
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Stacey holds her Master’s degree in Social Work from The University of New England and holds her LCSW. Stacey has 10 years of clinical practice in working with the elderly, adults and teenagers. She has training specifically in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, TF-CBT, and dialectic behavior therapy and uses a variety of these modalities when working with clients. She is also a person of faith and has experience working with clients who have wanted faith based counseling. Prior to becoming a therapist, Stacey worked in the nursing field in a variety of different settings as well as time spent as a behavioral health professional working with families within their home.
Stacey has experience in supporting clients through anxiety, depression, loss and life changes, difficult relationships, parenting, trauma and PTSD and helping create general goals for well-being and development of life goals. She believes in having a trusting and open therapeutic relationship where clients can feel safe, heard and supported.
In her off time, Stacey enjoys spending time with her family, reading, exploring new places and things to do, reading, thrifting, working out and playing with her German Shepherds.
STACEY BAKER, LCSW
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Stacey holds her Master’s degree in Social Work from The University of New England and holds her LCSW. Stacey has 10 years of clinical practice in working with the elderly, adults and teenagers. She has training specifically in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, TF-CBT, and dialectic behavior therapy and uses a variety of these modalities when working with clients. She is also a person of faith and has experience working with clients who have wanted faith based counseling. Prior to becoming a therapist, Stacey worked in the nursing field in a variety of different settings as well as time spent as a behavioral health professional working with families within their home.
Stacey has experience in supporting clients through anxiety, depression, loss and life changes, difficult relationships, parenting, trauma and PTSD and helping create general goals for well-being and development of life goals. She believes in having a trusting and open therapeutic relationship where clients can feel safe, heard and supported.
In her off time, Stacey enjoys spending time with her family, reading, exploring new places and things to do, reading, thrifting, working out and playing with her German Shepherds.
BELLE BOCAL, LCSW
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Belle is a Vietnamese American clinician and community builder, born and raised in Maine. Belle graduated with her Master of Social Work from the University of New England as a Care for the Underserved Pathways AHEC Scholar with an Interprofessional Education Honors Distinction. Throughout her life and educational training, she often thought about how different cultures considered access to care. For example, there is no word for “mental illness” in Vietnamese, all they have is “bệnh tâm thần,” which translates to madness and carries shame. Belle wants to give others more through destigmatization with clients empowering them to seek healing and support. Nationally, and in Maine, there is not enough representation of people of color in mental health (less than 5% nationally practicing).
From a practice standpoint, Belle works collaboratively from a person-centered outlook and believes in the healing power of therapeutic relationships. We deserve to be unconditionally valued, as well as understood in the context of the systems that impact us. Belle incorporates the following in her consideration of the work with each individual’s respective needs:
Attachment Theory (Bowlby), as well as Internal Family Systems (Bowen), and Polyvagal Theory (Porges),
Belle believes that our relationships, and how we engage within them, shape who we are and create our outlooks on life.
When she is not in the office, you can probably find her in search of next oat milk latte or catching up on reading in a local coffee shop.
MELISSA (MEL) BROWN, LCPC
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Mel is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Mel has worked in residential, home and community treatment, school, and crisis settings. Over the last eight years she has supported clients with ADHD, Autism, depression, anxiety, trauma, mood challenges, internal and spiritual conflict, parental overwhelm, body image issues, and managing life’s many stages and changes.
Utilizing various approaches including mindfulness-based practices, Mel offers a warm, empathetic and non-judgmental space to help you process thoughts and feelings as well as learn strategies to manage them. She seeks to help clients foster a greater sense of self and overall wellness to assist them in living a more connected and meaningful life. Mel uses movement, play, art, and sensory experiences to enhance comfort and increase connection within oneself during therapy.
Mel holds an independent Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) license. She obtained both her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s of Clinical Mental Health through the University of Southern Maine.
Mel is a certified yoga instructor, wife, and mother of two children and two cats. When out of the office, you can find Mel spending time in nature with loved ones, baking, rehabbing furniture, hiking, gardening, traveling, and writing.
WENDY BROWN, LCPC
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Wendy holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Expressive Arts Therapy from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. With experience in providing trauma-informed care in community mental health settings in the Boston area, Wendy has returned to Maine to continue her work with individuals across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, teens, adults, and families.
Specializing in trauma recovery, Wendy supports clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, interpersonal conflict, body image concerns, LGBTQ+ identity exploration, and the effects of developmental and attachment trauma. Her therapeutic approach encourages clients to find a centered, compassionate sense of self, guiding them toward healing and growth.
Wendy integrates a diverse range of therapeutic modalities in her practice, including expressive arts therapy, somatic therapy, narrative therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness. She also works alongside Happy, a six-year-old standard poodle trained as a service dog and trusted therapy partner. Research has demonstrated the therapeutic benefits of interacting with dogs, including reduced stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as enhanced emotional and cognitive function. Together, Wendy and Happy create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where clients can feel safe to explore their authentic selves.
Therapy with Wendy is an empowering journey of self-discovery. She helps clients build coping skills, establish healthy boundaries, reframe negative thought patterns, and strengthen relationships. Whether navigating grief and loss, self-esteem issues, or life transitions, Wendy’s support allows clients to embrace change and rediscover their intrinsic worth.
Outside of her work, Wendy is passionate about self-care through nature and creativity. She enjoys hiking with Happy in the woods or along the beach, practicing yoga, downhill skiing, and experimenting with different materials in her art studio. An avid audiophile, Wendy loves exploring new music, traveling, and spending meaningful time with her family.
KAI BRY, LCSW
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Feeling trapped in the same patterns can speak to both your human condition, and a need for change! I help folks with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues move towards a better life. My experience in the addiction treatment field has also given me valuable insight for the loved ones of people struggling with a substance use disorder; as well as, those looking for support maintaining their own recovery.
The therapy I practice is focused on insight. I help people understand themselves better by exploring connections between past experiences, unconscious beliefs, and present day patterns (thoughts, emotions, and behavior). With a deeper insight towards the ‘why’ behind a problem I find people are quick to discover the ‘how’ of their desired change.
In therapy sessions I am frequently asking for feedback on what is, or isn’t working. I view the work I do with clients as a collaborative process, where I show up as a consultant to your journey. In session I tend to rely on: Coherence Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. As a clinical supervisor, I seek to orient new therapists to the field with a solid foundation in ethics and clinical theory. I look forward to working with you!
GABRIELLE BUCKLIN, LCSW
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Gabrielle holds a Master of Social Work from the University of New England, a bachelor’s degree in psychology, and completed a certificate in training in aging and diversity. She has years of experience supporting children, adolescents and families across multiple settings. Gabrielle has a special interest in working with depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, self-esteem challenges, and interpersonal conflict.
Gabrielle’s therapeutic approach uses a variety of modalities including CBT, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy and mindfulness. Gabrielle’s goal in her practice is to meet her clients where they are at, using a strengths-based approach, allowing them to feel safe, heard and inspired to work towards their healing journey.
Outside of work, Gabrielle enjoys spending time with her husband and their dog Chance, going to the gym, spending time at the beach or getting lost in a good book.
KAYLA BAILEY, LCSW
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Kayla holds a Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern Maine and is licensed as an LCSW. With over 15 years experience in the field Kayla has worked with children, adolescents, teens, families and adults. Kayla works from a humanistic approach which is strength based and recognises that each individual has their own story.
Kayla supports clients facing a variety of life challenges and has several years of experience with clients working through anxiety, depression, stress management, addiction, grief and loss, PTSD, attachment, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Using a variety of Strengths based therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Emotions-Focused Therapy, Solutions Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy Kayla supports her clients in recognizing their own unique strengths to create a greater understanding of oneself.
Kayla offers a safe, empathetic, non-judgmental space for her clients to process through their life experiences and emotions while offering tools to effectively manage them, allowing the client to use their own instincts to find wisdom, growth, healing and fulfillment.
MADISON BROWN, LMSW-CC
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Madison holds a Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University and is licensed as an LMSW-CC. She is passionate about providing compassionate, client-centered care that honors each individual’s unique story and strengths.
Madison has experience working with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences, and she tailors her therapeutic approach to meet clients where they are. Her practice integrates evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Play Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing within a strengths-based framework.
Believing that the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful change, Madison strives to build strong, trusting alliances that help clients feel seen, understood, and supported as they work toward healing and growth. Her goal is to create a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring challenges, fostering resilience, and discovering their own capacity for change.
Madison believes that self-care is essential to overall well-being. In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, playing sports and working out, trying new recipes, and spoiling her rescue cat, Moo.
BRIAN BOURASSA, LCPC-C
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Brian Bourassa, LCPC-C, holds a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Salem State University. While completing his graduate studies, Brian worked full time, gaining valuable experience supporting children and families in diverse settings. His professional background includes roles in behavioral therapy with adolescents on the autism spectrum, in-home therapeutic support, and child protective case management. He has worked extensively with youth ages 4 to 21 and their families, providing care across a broad range of developmental and emotional needs.
Brian’s clinical approach is grounded in person-centered theory and informed by evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, and attachment theory. He is also developing a growing interest in play therapy for children. Brian is committed to providing trauma-informed, strengths-based care and strives to create a welcoming, collaborative space for all clients.
Outside of his professional work, Brian enjoys spending time outdoors, cooking, and being with his family and his dog, Maggie.
LEAH BROWN, LMSW-CC
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Leah is a compassionate and skilled therapist who brings a wealth of experience to her work with children and families. Her dedication to the mental health and emotional well-being of young clients, along with her holistic, family-centered approach, is evident in her focus on both therapeutic methods and creating a collaborative environment for healing. Her expertise in evidence-based therapies like CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and Family Systems Therapy showcases her adaptability in meeting the unique needs of each child and their family.
Leah’s strong belief in nurturing resilience and fostering emotional well-being aligns with her commitment to supporting her clients throughout their healing journey. It’s also clear that she values balance in her life, as seen in her hobbies, which help her recharge and stay grounded. Whether it’s through her professional dedication or her personal interests, Leah seems to bring a thoughtful, compassionate approach to everything she does.
KIRA BROADWELL, LCPC-C
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Kira holds a master’s degree in Counselor Education from Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, and a bachelor’s degree in psychology and art from Warren Wilson College in Asheville, North Carolina. She is conditionally licensed in Maine as an LCPC-C.
With over five years of experience in school and mental health settings, Kira supports clients facing anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, identity exploration, and life transitions. She has extensive experience working with children and adolescents and is dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming environment where clients can express themselves openly and work toward meaningful growth.
Kira’s therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental. She prioritizes comfort and trust, recognizing that these elements are essential for genuine emotional expression and healing. Her clinical approach draws from CBT, DBT, mindfulness practices, and expressive arts techniques, as well as attachment theory, Gestalt theory, and person-centered (Rogerian) principles.
Outside of her professional work, Kira enjoys hiking with her dogs and spending time with family and friends. At home, she can often be found cooking, reading in her hammock, or creating quilts in her home studio.
KATELYN COSTA, LMSW-CC
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KateLyn holds a Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern Maine and is a conditionally licensed therapist. Her approach to therapy is integrative and rooted in compassion and curiosity, using the mind and body to process emotions and gain a deeper understanding of self and the meaning one makes. At her core, KateLyn believes that every individual carries the strength and wisdom to transform life’s challenges into meaningful experiences that lead to profound self-discovery and personal growth.
KateLyn creates a warm, nurturing environment where clients feel safe and confident to explore at their own pace. Through attentive listening and an open heart, she helps clients uncover their own inner wisdom. Her unique approach blends traditional counseling methods with mindfulness-based practices such as breathwork, meditation, and somatic exercises. She has found this integration, alongside modalities like Internal Family Systems (IFS – parts work), Narrative Therapy, attachment theory, memory reconsolidation, the principles of Polyvagal Theory, and ACT to be particularly powerful for deep and lasting transformation. Drawing from these models she helps clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their patterns and create new pathways for healing and growth.
KateLyn offers both individual (20+) and couples therapy, tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each client. For individuals she specializes in supporting those navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem, self-concept, trauma, boundaries, and relationship dynamics, helping them build a stronger sense of self and emotional resilience.
In her work with couples, she draws from attachment theory and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to foster empathy, understanding, and deeper connection. KateLyn focuses on strengthening relationships and guiding partners through challenging transitions, creating space for growth and healing together, supporting them in a clear path forward.
When not in session, KateLyn spends time with her partner exploring new restaurants and destinations around Maine and beyond. She nurtures her own well-being through breathwork, meditation, mindful movement, and running. Her love for continuous growth and creativity recently led her back to music, pottery, and dancing, which has been an exciting journey of self-expression.
MISHLA DEAN, LCSW, IMH-E
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Mishla is a compassionate and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with a deep commitment to helping young children and families navigate the challenges of trauma. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development from Tufts University and a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver. With years of experience, Mishla specializes in working with children aged 0-5 who have experienced various forms of trauma, including abuse, neglect, medical trauma, grief and loss, divorce, sudden relocations, and other distressing experiences that can be overwhelming for young children.
Mishla is a rostered Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) provider, a certified Circle of Security Parenting (COSP) group facilitator, and has received an endorsement from the Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health as an Infant Mental Health Specialist. She integrates these approaches into her work to support both children and their caregivers. Mishla uses the principles of Circle of Security to enhance the caregiver-child relationship, providing essential support to strengthen attachment and emotional security.
In addition to her professional expertise, Mishla is trilingual, offering therapy in English, Spanish, and Hebrew, ensuring that her services are accessible to a diverse range of families.
As a CPP provider, Mishla firmly believes that healing takes place through relationships, particularly in the context of the caregiver-child bond. She views caregivers as essential partners in the therapeutic process, helping them to understand their child’s emotional world. Recognizing that young children often lack the verbal skills to express complex emotions, Mishla empowers them to communicate through play, offering a safe space for both children and parents to process difficult or unspoken feelings.
Mishla fosters a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic environment where humor, play, and moments of shared joy are integral to the healing process. She is committed to helping her clients “speak the unspeakable” and confront difficult issues in a supportive and understanding setting.
Outside of her professional life, Mishla enjoys spending quality time with her family, exploring the outdoors with her dog, reading, discovering new coffee shops, and finding peaceful moments near or in bodies of water.
SAMANTHA DEDIAN, LCPC-C, MA ET
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Sam (she/her) is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a Master’s degree and a specialization in Expressive Arts Therapy. She brings over 15 years of experience supporting children, teens, young adults, and families across a variety of settings—including schools, assisted living facilities, and grief counseling centers.
Sam’s practice is rooted in cultural humility and a person-centered approach. She draws on a wide range of modalities, including play therapy, music and movement, narrative therapy, mindfulness, somatic interventions, queer and feminist theories, and parts work. Her work focuses on supporting clients navigating Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Trauma, Behavioral Challenges, Identity Development, and Interpersonal Relationships.
As a heart-centered therapist, Sam holds particular expertise in bereavement, collective loss, and ambiguous grief. She believes there is no single path through change or loss—and that both individuals and communities grieve in unique and meaningful ways. By incorporating the arts, mindfulness, play, and community-based resources, she helps clients find their own ways to heal and reconnect with their inner strengths.
Outside of the therapy room, Sam finds joy in small moments. She’s happiest on the beach with a book, singing in a recording studio, or dancing at a big celebration. She is the co-founder of the Pelvic Health Alliance of Maine (P.H.A.M.) and the founder of That’s So Endo—a company focused on community-building, resource sharing, and mental health care for individuals living with endometriosis and chronic pain.
TERESA DELOREY, LCPC
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Teresa is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist. She has practiced in school-based environments with adolescents, young adults, residential eating disorders clinics and in multicultural, multiracial communities as an outpatient mental health provider. She has a special interest in helping young-adult/adult individuals approach anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflict, body image, LGBTQ+ and the effects of trauma, including developmental and attachment trauma, from a more centered and compassionate self.
Through her foundational training as an Expressive Arts Therapist, she views the therapeutic process as a creative one, where the client and therapist co-create a space of safety, curiosity and compassion. Teresa approaches clients from an Internal Family Systems-informed (parts work) perspective which is a person-centered, non-pathologizing view of the self. Yoga and body centered studies, DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), mindfulness, motivational enhancement and existential theories inform her practice.
Teresa finds self-care in Yoga and activities she shares with her family like mountain biking, swimming and snow-shoeing. At home she is drawn to DIY projects and likes to learn practical, hands-on skills. She is often invited to build with Legos and cardboard boxes, or play soccer and other chase-and-catch games with both her family and her foster animals alike.
GRACE DEWITT, LMSW-CC
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Grace is a conditionally licensed social worker with a Master’s in Social Work from The Ohio State University and an undergraduate degree from the University of Southern Maine.
She specializes in addressing the complex needs of clients with mental health challenges, blending compassion with expertise.
Outside of work, Grace enjoys quality time with her family and her cherished cat, balancing her professional dedication with personal joy.
ZOE DONOVAN, LCSW
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Zoe holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern Maine and brings extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and families across diverse settings, including school environments, case management, HCT, and treatment foster care programs. With a particular focus on clients facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, relationship dynamics, and self-esteem, Zoe is dedicated to helping individuals overcome obstacles and thrive.
Zoe’s therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Strengths-Based techniques. She is passionate about meeting clients where they are and empowering them to make meaningful, lasting changes. By using a person-centered approach, Zoe creates a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients feel heard, valued, and safe throughout their therapeutic journey.
Outside of work, Zoe enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, exploring the outdoors with her two dogs, and getting lost in a good book.
ELIZA DUNNE, LMSW-CC
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Eliza is passionate about helping people reconnect—with themselves, with others, and with what gives their life meaning. With a BA in Anthropology and Creative Writing from Colby College and an MSW from the University of New Hampshire, she brings a unique blend of curiosity, creativity, and clinical skill to her work. Her approach is grounded in trust, collaboration, and a deep respect for each person’s story. Eliza’s experience spans wilderness therapy, case management, community mental health, and school counseling. Whether she’s supporting a child through play, guiding a teen through identity struggles, or helping a family navigate change, Eliza brings a warmth to her presence and a belief in her clients’ strengths and capacity for growth.
She specializes in relationships, anxiety, ADHD, existential questions, and body image, using evidence-based tools like ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. Eliza supports children through art and play therapy, helping them express themselves, problem solve, and process emotions through creative, safe methods. By building trust and communication, she helps children develop emotional resilience, positive self-regard, and lifelong coping skills.
Outside of the therapy room, Eliza enjoys outdoor adventuring, art, weightlifting, and spending time with her loved ones.
TOM FOLEY, LCSW
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Tom is a proud social worker who channels his deep appreciation for the diversity and complexity of human experiences into his work as a therapist. He builds his clinical work with all clients upon a foundation of emotional safety, compassion, and genuine curiosity. He welcomes late adolescents and adults of any age, gender, and background, as well as couples of any orientation. He holds particular clinical interest in issues related to masculinity and in working with clients impacted by them.
Tom works largely in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to help clients discover the significance of their uncomfortable feelings, treat themselves with kindness, and find liberation in accountability. He draws heavily from trauma-informed practices and feminist and ecological theories.
Outside of the office, Tom has more interests and hobbies than he has time for, including looking for birds, making music, reading fiction, cooking, and trying to get better at disc golf.
RAINEY FRIEDEMANN, LMSW-CC
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Rainey Friedemann, LMSW-CC, is a conditionally licensed therapist who provides compassionate, client-centered care to adolescents and adults. Rainey approaches therapy as a collaborative process grounded in respect, curiosity, and the belief that people are doing the best they can within the systems they are navigating. With a strong foundation in clinical social work, she supports clients facing anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relationship challenges, trauma, and major life transitions. Rainey brings a social-justice–informed lens to her work, recognizing how power, oppression, and systemic barriers shape individual experiences and mental health. She is especially affirming of LGBTQ+ clients and those exploring identity, embodiment, and belonging. Rainey’s goal is to create a supportive, affirming space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
JESSICA GADZIK, LCPC-C
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Jessica holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Sacred Heart University and is licensed as an LCPC-C. Jessica transitioned to a career as a counselor after nearly 14 years in sales and marketing, motivated by a passion for helping others navigate life’s challenges and a drive to find deeper fulfillment in doing truly meaningful work.
Jessica has clinical experience providing individual counseling to children (7-12), adolescents, and adults, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, life stressors, life transitions, challenging interpersonal relationships, and low self-esteem. Jessica tailors her approach with a creative flair to meet each client’s unique circumstances, providing a supportive environment to develop more empowering perspectives and cultivate greater well-being.
Grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy principles, Jessica guides clients to identify and reshape the core beliefs and automatic thoughts driving distress, while also utilizing mindfulness tools and techniques to examine the interconnection between mind and body in a holistic approach. Jessica aims to empower clients by exploring their ingrained perspectives during sessions and collaboratively developing new, more positive self-beliefs. She also equips clients with exercises and mindfulness practices to apply these insights and continue their personal growth between appointments.
In her spare time, Jessica enjoys practicing yoga, training to – eventually – run a marathon, and exploring her creative interests. As a self-proclaimed lifelong learner, she continually seeks out new knowledge and perspectives to best serve her clients. She is also the Copy Editor and Editorial Assistant for the Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision, actively involved in furthering research on the growth and development of mental health counselors.
JENN GARCIA, LCPC
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Jenn earned a master’s in mental health counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Maine and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. Jenn’s clinical career started in South Florida where she specialized in co-occurring disorders; Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. With 10 years in the clinical field, Jenn has extensive experience serving adolescents, teens, adults, families and couples. Providing individual, family, couples and parent-child conflict therapeutic support.
Jenn’s therapeutic style explores defense mechanisms and strategies that are disrupting quality of life and will tailor the clinical treatment plans to your individualized needs. Within the therapeutic relationship, Jenn will assist in cultivating change and healing. Jenn’s therapeutic approach is led with authenticity, acceptance and curiosity. She believes in empowering individuals to develop greater self-awareness, autonomy, and self-love through establishing a safe space to process and heal.
Jenn’s therapeutic approach combines Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Mindfulness techniques through a trauma informed lens. She is also trained in the Neuro-Affective Relational Model™ (NARM) for working with attachment, relational and developmental trauma. This therapeutic perspective creates opportunity for individuals to achieve deeper connection to themselves and access internal insight at a more profound level, to allow for growth and healing.
Outside of the office Jenn is a new mother who enjoys spending time with her daughter, family, hiking with her black labs and all the nature Maine has to offer.
ABIGAIL GRACE, LMFT-C
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Abby holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Central Connecticut State University. She works with individuals (ages 12+), couples, and families, supporting clients through a wide range of life experiences and emotional challenges. Her clinical interests include anxiety, self-esteem, relationship dynamics, couples therapy, and helping boys and men explore how masculinity norms influence emotional expression and well-being.
Abby’s therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and personalized to meet the unique needs of each client. She draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS/parts work), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Abby is passionate about helping clients gain deeper insight into themselves, strengthen their relationships, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
A key focus of her work is supporting clients in developing healthier patterns of communication—whether within romantic relationships, families, or individual interactions. She believes that clear, compassionate communication is essential to emotional connection and long-term well-being.
Abby also takes into account the powerful influence of systems, culture, and upbringing on each person’s lived experience. She works collaboratively with clients to explore and integrate these elements into the therapeutic process in ways that feel affirming and empowering.
In her work with couples, Abby incorporates attachment-based approaches to enhance emotional safety, access underlying emotions, rebuild trust, and foster deeper intimacy. Whether working with individuals or relational systems, her goal is always to create a supportive space for healing, self-discovery, and growth.
Outside the therapy room, Abby enjoys animals, yoga, Pilates, beach days, quality time with loved ones, and all things beauty.
ELIZBETH “ELLI” GOTTFRIED, LMSW-CC
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Elli is a conditionally licensed social worker who recently relocated to Maine from her home state of North Carolina. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from North Carolina State University, graduating summa cum laude. During her graduate studies, Elli worked as an intensive in-home specialist, gaining valuable experience supporting youth and families. Prior to that, she worked in adolescent residential care and alternative juvenile justice settings, where she advocated for restorative justice practices and holistic support for young people.
Elli’s approach is rooted in person-centered therapy, with a strong emphasis on validating each client’s lived experience. She is particularly passionate about helping couples, youth, and families strengthen their relationships through evidence-based communication strategies. Elli is dedicated to providing individualized, strengths-based care that fosters connection, self-understanding, and growth.
Outside of her clinical work, Elli enjoys exploring the natural beauty of Maine, reading, crafting, and spending time with her beloved senior dog, Twinkle Toes.
SADIE GRANT, LCSW
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Sadie received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of New England. She uses a strengths-based creative approach to her psychotherapy practice, drawing from Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), attachment theory, polyvagal theory, and embodied approaches to working with clients. Sadie has experience working with adults and adolescents experiencing a range of mental health concerns and life circumstances, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma, autism, and relationship issues. She also holds a certificate in Training in Aging, Diversity from the University of New England and is trained in the Foundations of UZAZU Embodied Intelligence.
Sadie is passionate about nature, movement, and creativity and strives to incorporate these interests into her work. When she isn’t in the office, you can find Sadie hiking, dancing, playing outside, and enjoying time with her partner and dog.
LOREN GOOLD, LCSW
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Loren is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Hunter College in Manhattan. A native New Yorker, she brings over 20 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to children, adolescents, and families.
With a strong commitment to emotional wellness, Loren supports clients navigating a range of challenges, including trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, family conflict, and life transitions. She has worked across diverse settings—schools, community mental health clinics, child welfare systems, and private practice—allowing her to bring a broad, empathetic perspective to her work.
Loren’s therapeutic approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. She draws from a variety of evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Family Systems Theory, and mindfulness.
Known for her ability to build strong, trusting relationships with both young clients and their caregivers, Loren empowers families to heal and grow together. She is deeply passionate about advocacy and equity in mental health, and is committed to helping all children and families access the support they need to thrive.
Outside of her clinical work, Loren enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and their dog, Lennox. She also finds joy in drawing zentangles—a creative, meditative practice of making structured patterns that helps her relax and recharge.
SARAH HARMER, LCPC, RDT, NCC
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Sarah Harmer is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University. With over 10 years of experience in the social services field, Sarah brings a compassionate, creative, and supportive approach to counseling. She is dedicated to helping clients foster emotional growth, resilience, and healing by tailoring therapeutic interventions to meet each individual’s unique needs. Sarah excels in building trusting relationships, navigating complex emotional dynamics, and empowering clients to embrace their strengths as they embark on their personal journeys toward healing and joy.
Sarah specializes in drama therapy, a dynamic, embodied, and interactive approach that helps clients explore emotions, experiences, and relationships through storytelling, role-playing, and movement. This expressive therapy allows clients to gain new perspectives, develop coping strategies, and find deeper meaning in their experiences in a way that is accessible and safe, regardless of ability.
In her practice, Sarah integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy with relational and humanistic approaches. This blend of modalities helps clients clarify their values, take committed action, and move toward living a life that aligns with those values. Sarah has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families, supporting them through complex trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety, depression, attachment challenges, relational difficulties, and more. She is committed to creating a brave and inclusive space where clients can explore difficult emotions, build coping skills, and confront emotional storms with courage and resilience.
Outside the counseling office, Sarah is a passionate and playful creative. A self-proclaimed nerdy artist, she enjoys crafting, painting, and playing Dungeons & Dragons. Sarah is also an avid reader of fantasy, an enthusiast of theater, and a lover of nature. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, playing board games, and indulging in chocolate.
BROOKE HACKETT, LCSW, RPT
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Brooke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults. Brooke specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and stress related to big life changes and parenting. Brooke is a member of the Association for Play Therapy and is trained in Child Centered Play Therapy, Adlerian Play Therapy, and Sand Tray. Brooke offers a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment where her clients are supported and empowered to learn about the brain-body connection, strengthen self-concept, expand emotional literacy, become sensitive to the process of coping, as well as develop an internal source of evaluation. Brooke is a firm believer that children express themselves and communicate most effectively through play and uses only interventions grounded in Play Theory with all her clients under the age of 10. In addition to being a play enthusiast, Brooke integrates aspects of CBT, EFT, and IFS into her work with teens, young adults and parents.
As a parent herself, Brooke understands the demands and challenges of parenting and the crucial role parents play in a developing child’s life. As a parent or caregiver of a child who works with Brooke, you can expect to play an active role in your child’s treatment. Brooke’s work with parents is based in attachment theory and the latest research in mindful parenting and brain science.
Outside of the office Brooke is a local cycling instructor and a retired CrossFit Coach. When Brooke is not in her office, on the bike or in the gym you can find her jogging outside with one or both of her two children, immersed in Legos or a board game with her family, enjoying the lakes or hiking the woods of northern Maine, or just relaxing and reading a good book!
MORGAN HUTCHINS, LCPC
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Morgan is a conditionally Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. She received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of New Haven in West Haven, Connecticut. She has previously worked with children on the Autism Spectrum and has experience working with children and teens who experience depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Attachment disorders, substance use, and psychosis. Morgan believes in utilizing a variety of approaches that best fit each individual client, such approaches include Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered therapy, and Mindfulness. She believes in meeting the client where they are and following their lead as to what they would like to focus on. Morgan is passionate about creating a safe and inclusive space that encourages the client to feel support and validated, encouraging every client to explore their wellness journey at their pace.
When she’s not supporting clients, Morgan likes to spend her time hiking with her family, spending time on the lake, thrifting, and gardening. For her, self-care comes in many forms, including cooking a good meal, being outside, or doing yoga.
ROSIE JENKEL, LCSW
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Rosie (she/her) is a clinical social worker with a BA in studio art from the University of Vermont and an MSW from Smith College. As a therapist, Rosie holds a deep respect for the identities, lived experiences, and wisdom of each person.
With a background in community mental health, LGBTQ+ health care, animal-assisted therapy, alternative education, and holistic approaches to mental health, Rosie supports people to develop insight, build a better relationship with themselves, and live a life that feels meaningful and purposeful. Psychodynamically trained, she specializes in narrative therapy while also utilizing tools and perspectives from relational therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and art therapy.
Rosie works with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds. She is interested in many areas including identity and belonging, navigating life transitions, unresolved grief, self-empowerment and self-esteem, relationships, and community building. She has specialties working with people who identify as ‘Third Culture Kids’ or have experienced significant geographical moves.
Outside of work, Rosie is typically baking, spending time outside, planning her next adventure, or making art.
LUCY KLEIN, LCSW
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Lucy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a BS in Psychology from the University of Vermont and a Master of Social Work from the University of Denver. Lucy has years of experience working with children and adolescents who struggle with various emotional and behavioral difficulties such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, aggression, and PTSD. Lucy has worked with children and families who have experienced significant trauma and adversity and has supported children in various settings including therapeutic day treatment schools, public schools, residential and outpatient facilities, as well as in-home and community settings.
Lucy believes that every child deserves to feel safe and valued and has the innate capacity for growth and healing when provided with compassion, unconditional positive regard, and regulation skills to handle difficult feelings. She values the importance of relationships and strives to create a non-judgmental and empathetic space for children and teens to gain insight into and explore their identities and strengths. Lucy believes the most meaningful and long-lasting progress with a child happens when their caregiver is actively involved in treatment. Lucy provides parent coaching grounded in Interpersonal Neurobiology and Attachment Theory.
Lucy shows up authentically, utilizing client-centered, mindfulness, and neurobiology-informed frameworks to comprehensively support children, teens, and families. Lucy is particularly passionate about the therapeutic powers of play with children, as play is a child’s natural language and form of communication. Lucy is a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist and has training in various play therapy approaches including Gestalt Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Theraplay. Outside the office, Lucy loves taking her dogs on walks, doing Pilates, spending time with family and friends, eating good food, and exploring new places.
JESSIE KESSLER, LMSW-CC
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Jessie is a conditionally licensed social worker with a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Southern Maine. Her therapeutic approach is strengths-based, collaborative, and trauma-informed, grounded in a deep respect for each client’s unique story and resilience.
Drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, and play therapy-informed practices, Jessie supports children, adolescents, and families through a wide range of challenges. Her areas of experience include grief and loss, anxiety, trauma, family system conflict, and parenting. Jessie brings humor, creativity, and genuine curiosity to her work, helping clients feel safe, engaged, and empowered.
Outside of her clinical practice, Jessie is a practicing artist and musician, and an avid gardener. She finds balance and joy in nurturing her connection to nature and community.
REBECCA LAASER, LCSW, PMH-C
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Rebecca is a licensed clinical social worker with specialized training and certification in perinatal mental health. Rebecca holds a Masters of Social Work degree from Simmons University and a Bachelors of Science degree in Human Development and Family Science with a public health focus from Oregon State University. Rebecca specializes in working with parents, pregnant/postpartum individuals, those navigating pregnancy or birth related loss, children and families.
Rebecca utilizes an eclectic humanistic approach drawing from modalities including narrative therapy, structural family therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) and interpersonal neurobiology. She believes there is no one modality that will work for all individuals and embraces the flexibility within a therapeutic relationship.
Rebecca tends to see life through a systems perspective and recognizes the family unit is often the most crucial factor in a child’s well-being. Rebecca approaches family work from a non-judgmental and curious stance and believes all families are capable of thriving if given the necessary support and guidance.
Prior to social work, Rebecca worked as a birth and postpartum doula and is passionate about maternal mental health and perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Rebecca enjoys working with parents through a variety of challenges beginning as early as pregnancy all the way through children leaving the home.
Rebecca has special interests in working to repair parent-child attachment and the impact early trauma has throughout the lifespan. Rebecca enjoys helping parents find their own parenting style and is trained in several parenting curriculums including Nurturing Families and Active Parenting.
Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys spending time with her partner and children exploring new places throughout Maine. Rebecca’s favorite form of self-care is enjoying a good book and an iced coffee on the beach.
Carrie Larson, LCSW
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Carrie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work from New York University. She brings many years of experience supporting children and adolescents in community and school settings as they navigate emotional and behavioral challenges such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, ADHD, autism, and trauma. Carrie values collaboration with caregivers, believing in the power of a “village” to support youth growth and resilience.
She embraces the unique beauty of every child and holds that everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, and supported. Carrie creates a welcoming, non-judgmental, and empathic environment where young people can explore and strengthen their sense of identity, recognize their strengths, and address areas for growth. Drawing from a neurobiologically informed, client-centered, strength-based, and trauma-informed approach, she is dedicated to meeting youth where they are and empowering them to create meaningful, lasting change.
Outside of her work, Carrie enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and dog, taking in the beauty of nature, or curling up with a favorite book.
Annah Levasseur, LMSW-CC
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Annah earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern Maine in 2024 and brings both clinical expertise and a compassionate presence to her work. She is licensed as an LMSW-cc, LADC, CCS and is passionate about helping individuals feel seen, heard, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges.
Annah uses evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, always within a trauma-informed framework. She believes therapy should be a collaborative process where clients feel safe to explore their experiences and empowered to take steps toward growth and healing. Her style is warm, approachable, and client-centered, with a focus on meeting people where they are and building on their strengths.
Outside of her work, Annah values time with her family and enjoys spending time outdoors. Whether hiking, exploring new places, or simply enjoying nature.
LEXI TREMBLAY MCARTHUR, LMSW-CC
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Lexi is a conditionally licensed social worker who received her Masters in Social Work from Arizona State University, she also holds her bachelor’s psychology from Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. She has a passion for working with youth, young adults, and their families which has led Lexi to have 8 years of experience working in the mental health field with youth and families. She has spent that time working in homes, within inpatient facilities, and in schools. One thing has always remained the priority for her throughout all of her professional experiences, the therapeutic relationship between child and therapist. Lexi has clinical experience providing individual and family counseling to children (ages 4-15) addressing issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, and life changes/transitions. Lexi’s therapeutic approach is centralized on creativity, expression, and play. Lexi practices a strength-based approach and uses multiple modalities in her practice with clients including expressive art therapy interventions, therapeutic interventions using child-led play, cognitive behavioral therapy/trauma-focused CBT, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy. Lexi believes that being versatile, knowledgeable, and flexible with multiple modalities creates a strong foundation for creating a safe, nurturing environment to process life’s difficulties and work towards the best version of one’s self. When Lexi is not in the office she likes to spend time at the ocean or can be found working on any type of creative endeavors; she’s always looking for a new artistic hobby! If she’s not doing either of those things she would most likely be found gaming with her favorite 2 feline sidekicks, Spaghetti & Meatball, dutifully at her side.
NICHOLAS MCRAE-CYR LMSW-CC
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Nick is a conditionally licensed social worker who received a bachelors in social work from Wheelock College in Boston MA, and a master’s in social work from the University of Southern California. Nicholas has years of experience in medical centers, day treatment programs, public and charter schools, and working with unhoused youth and families. Nick supports children, teens and young adults in understanding and managing strong emotions, navigating social challenges, increasing problem solving skills, and working through emotional and behavioral challenges.
Nick has experience working with anxiety, depression and mood disorders, stress management, grief and loss, PTSD, attachment, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Nick uses a variety of strengths-based and trauma-informed interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, social skill building, Solutions Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Nick helps folks understand and harness their strengths to reach their goals and become the person they want to be.
Outside of work, Nick enjoys taking his dog for long walks, hiking and camping in the beautiful Maine woods, spending time with his family, and exploring the Casco Bay Islands.
CARRIE MERRILL, LCSW
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Carrie is a licensed clinical social worker, having received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern Maine. It has been her great privilege to guide adults of all ages through a diverse array of mental health and behavioral challenges by helping them to recognize and build upon their existing strengths and abilities. Carrie does this by utilizing therapeutic modalities such as CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing, along with the incorporation of mindfulness-based activities.
Carrie spends much of her free time with family, which has now grown to include two adorable and active grandchildren. She loves to engage in any number of artistic endeavors, take long walks with her dogs, and go kayaking throughout the summer months. Carrie also very much enjoys reading and discovering new podcasts, and she is always appreciative of recommendations in those areas!
DANIELLE MIVILLE, LCSW
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Danielle is a licensed social worker who received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern Maine. Danielle holds about 10 years of experience in the field, having worked within hospital, inpatient, correctional, and in-home settings. Danielle has worked with both adolescents and adults. She offers clients support with a variety of challenges including but not limited to anxiety, depression, autism, bipolar disorder, stress management, life transitions, and substance use disorders.
Danielle’s strength-based therapeutic approach uses various techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution Focused Therapy, as well as integrating various art mediums as a way for clients to express themselves. Danielle offers an empathetic, safe space allowing clients to process their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, where their stories can be heard, all while also providing support and skills to better manage these emotions and grow from these experiences.
Outside of the office, Danielle enjoys art, music, time with family and friends, and spending time outdoors.
SHANNON MCGORRILL, LCPC-C
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Shannon is a conditionally licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and holds a master’s degree from Lesley University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Art Therapy. Shannon has experience working with children and adolescents experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. Shannon utilizes a strengths-based, client-centered approach working collaboratively with clients to meet their needs. Shannon understands the importance of utilizing a variety of approaches to best meet the client where they are whether that is through CBT, Person-Centered therapy, Narrative therapy, or Mindfulness. In addition, Shannon loves to incorporate and utilize Art Therapy whenever appropriate and has extensive experience with various mediums to elicit therapeutic responses while often enhancing one’s self-esteem and sense of identity through the art process. Shannon is focused on creating a safe space for self-expression and exploration.
In her free time, Shannon enjoys spending time with friends, hiking, walking along the coast, or creating her own art and balancing the art of self-care.
JENNA MOEN, LMSW-CC
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Jenna holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern Maine and is a conditionally licensed clinical social worker. She meets her clients where they are at with curiosity and compassion, holding space for whatever topics and emotions come up. Jenna believes the client is the expert of their own experience and has the inner wisdom to heal. With support and collaboration, she helps guide the client to their most authentic self.
Jenna is passionate about working with individuals and couples struggling with gender identity, sexuality, intimacy, and spirituality, and has a sex positive approach to therapy. She has experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, depression, relational conflicts, and major life transitions. Her approach is rooted in Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and mindfulness.
In her free time, she spends time with loved ones by the ocean or in the woods. She loves art, singing, reading, yoga, plant-based cooking, and traveling.
ELIZABETH MCCORMACK, LCPC-C
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Liz believes in creating a therapeutic environment where each person’s whole, authentic self is welcomed. Her person-centered, relational, and systemically oriented approach gives weight to the impacts that culture, family legacies, and intergenerational trauma can have on individuals and families. She is a conditionally Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC-C). Liz earned her Master of Science in Counseling with a Clinical Mental Health concentration and Family Systems expertise from the University of Southern Maine. She received her Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Smith College. Before practicing as a therapist, Liz worked at a non-profit and in educational settings with youth. She has clinical experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, identity issues, caregiving/career burnout, neurodivergence, relationship issues, and LGBTQIA+ related explorations and concerns. Liz works with teens 15 years old and up, couples, and adults.
Liz draws from various therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Feminist Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems theories, and concepts from neuroscience, attachment theory, and mindfulness. In practice, this can look like supporting individuals with cultivating greater self-acceptance and self-compassion, deepening awareness of the mind-body connection, clarifying personal boundaries and limits, and gaining insights into long-held behavioral or thought patterns. Liz has a budding interest in Relational Psychodynamic Therapy, a modality curious about the ways in which relational issues can manifest and be worked with in the therapeutic alliance. This approach is focused on facilitating authentic emotional expression to access greater meaning and depth in one’s life.
DAVID MCARTHUR LMSW-CC
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Dave is a conditionally licensed social worker with a master’s in social work from Arizona State University and a bachelor’s in psychology from Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. With nearly six years of experience, he specializes in working with transition-age youth and their families but also enjoys engaging with adults of all ages. Central to his approach is the belief in the strength of the therapeutic relationship.
Dave provides individual and family counseling for clients aged 10 and up, addressing a range of issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, complex trauma, and major life transitions. His therapeutic style emphasizes healthy processing, emotional expression, and psychoeducation. Using a strengths-based approach, he integrates various modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused techniques, to foster a strong therapeutic alliance.
Outside of work, Dave loves spending time with friends playing video games, experimenting with new recipes, and managing the playful chaos created by his two cats, Spaghetti and Meatball.
Sydney Massa, LMSW-CC
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Sydney graduated from the University of Maine in 2022, and since then, she’s been fortunate to work closely with youth and families, helping them navigate challenges and find paths to healing and growth.
Sydney’s approach to therapy is both compassionate and solution oriented. She integrates techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), and Motivational Interviewing, all tailored to each person’s unique needs. Sydney believes in the power of connection and works through frameworks like Attachment Theory and Family Systems to help families build stronger, healthier relationships. Sydney’s practice is always informed by a Trauma-Informed and Strengths-Based perspective, which means she meets her clients where they are, honors their resilience, and empowers them to create lasting change. A core part of Sydney’s approach is connecting individuals and families to community resources and building a strong social support network, ensuring they have the ongoing tools and connections they need. Ultimately, Sydney’s goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and equipped to face life’s challenges.
When Sydney is not in the office, she finds balance in spending time with her family & their pup. Whether they’re starting a craft project they may never finish, having a lazy afternoon, or enjoying time together outdoors, family time is always an adventure, and it’s the moments of chaos and laughter that keep Sydney grounded.
JANINE PARKER, LCPC-C
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Janine holds her master’s in clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and is conditionally licensed as an LCPC-C. Her approach to therapy integrates classic therapeutic approaches, mindfulness and artistic modalities. Janine believes in supporting clients where they are on their wellness journey. She will work with the client to build a relationship built on mutual respect and trust and seek to create a safe and nurturing space for clients to share.
Janine has experience working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, communication, difficulties in interpersonal relationships, and self-esteem. She has a passion for working with these concerns with adolescents and adults through individual therapy as well as couples and family therapy.
On her free time, Janine enjoys spending time outside reading in her hammock or going for a hike with her children. She also loves working out or snuggling on the couch with a good movie.
ERIC PENROD, LCSW
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Eric has worked with a wide variety of clients. He has a strong belief in building healthy and positive therapeutic relationships with clients to help work through any life changes of mental health struggles. Eric uses a strength based perspective and has gained vast experience as a mobile therapist and crisis clinician. Eric’s specialty is working with adolescents and teenagers, but has an interest in working with individuals of all ages.
NICOLE POLIQUIN, LMSW-CC
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Nicole is a conditionally licensed social worker with a passion for working with children. Nicole holds a BS in Behavioral Health with a minor in Family Studies from Granite State College and a Master of Social Work from the University of New England. Nicole has 7 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and teens. Nicole works from a strengths-based approach and recognizes that everyone has their own story.
Nicole has years of experience working with children who struggle with various emotional and behavioral difficulties, such as anxiety, low self-esteem, aggression, PTSD, ADHD, autism, and depression. Nicole has supported children in various settings, including therapeutic day treatment schools, public schools, and outpatient facilities.
Nicole believes that every child deserves to feel valued and safe and has the innate capacity for growth and healing through empowering them to reach their full potential. She values the importance of relationships and strives to create a non-judgmental and empathetic space for children to gain insight into and explore their identities and strengths. Nicole utilizes many therapeutic techniques, including a strengths-based approach, cognitive behavioral therapy, the zones of regulation, feelings thermometer, fear, ladder, mindfulness, and brain-body connection.
As a parent herself, Nicole understands the demands and challenges of parenting and the crucial role parents play in a developing child’s life. As a parent or caregiver of a child who works with Nicole, you can expect to play an active role in your child’s treatment.
In her free time, Nicole spends time with her family on their farm, including 3 dogs, 1 cat, 3 donkeys, and several chickens. Additionally, Nicole enjoys baking, crafting, and attending her children’s sporting events, as well as taking every opportunity to spend time at the ocean as possible.
Jennifer Rohn, LMFT
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Jennifer is a dedicated mental health counselor with experience supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, stress management, and relational concerns. She is passionate about helping clients build effective communication skills and resolve conflict in meaningful ways.
Jennifer has a particular interest in perinatal mental health, working closely with women through the emotional complexities of pregnancy, postpartum, and early parenthood. She is also experienced in supporting military spouses and families, offering guidance through the unique challenges of active duty life, deployment, and post-military transitions.
Her clinical approach integrates evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Jennifer creates a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and develop the skills needed to manage emotions and navigate life’s transitions.
Outside of her work, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs, baking, walking the beach in every season, and continuing her lifelong love of dance.
STEPHANIE ROSEN, LMSW-CC
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Stephanie holds an MSW from Rhode Island College and has extensive experience working with individuals and families whose lives have been impacted by adoption. Her work has also been influenced by previous clinical roles held within outpatient community counseling centers, enhanced family support services and with special needs populations.
Stephanie specializes in grief and loss across the lifespan and works with adolescents, individuals and couples navigating complex life transitions. She utilizes a strengths-based, person-centered approach to guide her clients out of conflict and towards meaningful connection with the Self and with others. Her practice is strongly rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) with which she uses to mindfully guide her clients through the process of change. She also supports those whose lives are impacted by Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Attachment Traumas, Post-Partum Depression, Co-Dependency, Stress, Parenting and Divorce.
Stephanie loves spending time with her family and friends, hiking, yoga, reading with her three children, exploring new places, perpetually seeking out the perfect cup of coffee and engaging in any activity that leads her to the ocean.
HEATHER ROWE, LMSW-CC
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Heather holds a Master’s in Social Work from the University of New England and is a licensed LMSW-CC. She brings nearly 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, teens, and families. Guided by a strengths-based approach, Heather values each person’s unique story and believes in meeting clients where they are.
She supports individuals navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, autism, ADHD, depression, disordered eating, gender identity, major life transitions, OCD, parenting concerns, self-esteem, and personal growth. Heather is dedicated to creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel supported and empowered throughout their healing journey. Her therapeutic toolkit includes art-based practices, brain–body connection techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and the Zones of Regulation.
Outside of her work, Heather enjoys spending time with her partner, cats, and Labrador, Finn. She also loves binge-watching a good show or experimenting in the kitchen.
SARA ROY, LMFT
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Sara is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is honored to work with the individuals, couples, and families that she serves. Prior to joining The Family Center of Maine, she worked as both a clinician and clinical supervisor for an intensive outpatient program providing therapy to the families of children with behavioral, social and emotional disorders.
In her work, Sara uses a systemic lens. She views families and individuals as multi-faceted systems, rather than as defined by a single problem. Sara has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages with a wide range of presenting problems. She has great respect for each client’s unique history and perspective and her clients value her nonjudgmental, authentic approach.
Sara utilizes systemic therapy models such as Structural Family Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to help families and couples make changes in their interpersonal patterns and find satisfaction in their closest relationships. She also draws on Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR and Narrative Therapy to support individuals in reaching their goals of symptom reduction, improved relationships, or a change in behavioral patterns. Knowing that those who come to therapy make a big investment in doing so, Sara considers herself responsible for providing every client with treatment that is both safe and effective.
PAM SCHUBERT, LCPC, RPT-S
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After thirty years of practice, Pam is amazed by the strength of the human spirit and seeks to create a safe atmosphere for optimum healing. Pam specializes in child and adult treatment of anxiety, depression and trauma. She believes therapy is a collaborative process that can be enhanced by somatic approaches such as EMDR, expressive therapy, and play therapy. In her work with children she utilizes play therapy, play is the natural language of children, and it is how they heal and learn new skills. Pam also incorporates the treatment of childhood anxiety and provides parenting skills that are specifically tailored to the needs of the child.
Pam has specialized training in the treatment of trauma including Trauma Sensitive Yoga, TFCBT and is certified in EMDR. She has experience working with victims of sexual abuse.
Pam is a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor and has training specific to therapy with children. She is experienced in working with anxious children and in providing parenting.
Outside of the office, Pam feels that her own self-care and regular yoga and meditation practice is the key to being the best therapist she can be. She enjoys the outdoors as often as possible
EMMA SCHWARTZ, LMSW-CC
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Emma is a dedicated social worker specializing in adolescents and young adults, with a master’s degree from the University of New England and a bachelor’s degree from Wellesley College. Her expertise includes complex trauma, mood disorders, eating disorders, substance use disorders, and borderline personality disorder. Emma has hands-on experience in crisis intervention, residential treatment, and outpatient psychotherapy, reflecting her commitment to supporting young people through difficult relationships and significant life transitions.
Adopting a strengths-based, relational approach, Emma creates a safe and supportive environment for her clients to explore their goals and fears. She employs evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solutions-Focused Therapy to help clients understand the interplay between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Outside of her professional life, Emma enjoys running, hiking, and watching docuseries, and she loves exploring the beautiful Maine coastline with her partner and their dog, Marley.
SAM SHANDORF, LCSW
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Sam is a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of experience in the field specializing in work with all ages, but primarily adults and adolescents. She received her BSW and MSW from the University of Southern Maine. Sam specializes in working with couples struggling with communication, trust, and sexual intimacy who hope to bring emotional safety and passion back into their relationship. She provides trauma-informed and sex positive therapy. Sam has also received a certificate from the Integrative Sex Therapy Institute to practice as a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional. Sam has experience working with patients who are neurodivergent, living with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, major life transitions, those living with chronic illnesses including HIV, codependency, challenging interpersonal relationships, and brings a strengths-based perspective to all of her work. Sam sees the value and healing in unconditional positive regard for all her clients and knows the power of being seen and heard in a safe space. Sam has familiarity and experience utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
In her free time, Sam loves to sing, bake, get dirty with plants, and enjoy nature with her dog. Sam is eager to hear from you and hold space for you as you work through whatever challenge you face.
NATALIE SEGAL, LCSW
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Natalie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience helping adolescents, adults, and families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma disorders, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Her practice is rooted in the core assumption that people are doing their best at any given moment. Natalie’s goal is to work collaboratively with you to heal patterns that no longer serve you and develop practical skills for lasting change. She has extensive clinical experience in various levels of care including in-home therapy, inpatient, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient psychotherapy.
Natalie earned her B.A. in psychology at Skidmore College before completing her master’s degree from Boston College School of Social Work with a certificate in Trauma. Using an integrated approach to therapy, Natalie incorporates Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to create an individualized treatment plan that meets your needs. Natalie views her work through a trauma-informed lens with a focus on empowering individuals through identifying and utilizing their strengths, resources, and resilience. She is licensed in Maine and Massachusetts. In her free time, Natalie loves to spend time with her family, explore the outdoors, and say hi to every dog she sees.
HAYLEY SHOEMAKER, LMSW-CC
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Hayley holds a BA in Adventure Therapy from Unity College and an MSW from the University of New England. With a wealth of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in various settings, she is deeply passionate about helping individuals and families thrive. Hayley has worked in crisis stabilization environments, addressing a wide range of concerns, and employs a strengths-based approach that empowers clients to see themselves as experts in their own lives. She also utilizes motivational interviewing techniques to foster engagement and growth. At the heart of her practice is the commitment to building trusting therapeutic relationships in a safe and supportive environment.
In her free time, Hayley loves exploring the outdoors. Her hobbies include hiking, photography, camping, cooking, and playing with her dog, Cedar
PERRY COHAN-SMITH, LMSW-CC
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Perry (she/her) received her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Simmons University prior to completing her Master of Social Work degree from University of New England. She approaches clinical work with a strengths-based approach and recognizes the inherent worth of all people. Perry believes in the unique capacity for human healing and recovery and is committed to partnering with individuals on their journey to wellness.
She has diverse experiences in the field including working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, work with families and individual work with children focused on trauma, anxiety and social emotional skill building. In her clinical work, she draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy techniques, trauma-informed approach, with an emphasis on mindfulness and Person-Centered Theory.
In her free time, Perry enjoys exploring the Maine coast, baking, reading and spending time with friends and family.
HEIDI SPILLER, LMSW-CC
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Heidi is a conditionally licensed clinical social worker and holds a Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern Maine. She has experience working with adults, children, and families, and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the therapeutic setting.
As a non-judgmental listener, Heidi strives to create a safe, comfortable environment for clients to process life experiences and challenges. She has experience with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, stress management, parenting, and life transitions. Using a variety of strengths-based approaches – including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy – Heidi works together with her clients, by supporting them with respect and empathy, and helping them to develop coping strategies and build resiliency.
Outside of work Heidi enjoys spending time with her family and friends, taking longs walks, practicing yoga, journaling, or reading a good book.
NIKKI STASIL, LCSW
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Nikki has been working in the field of Social Work for ten years. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University and her Master’s Degree in Social Work from New York University. After completing her education, Nikki went on to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
Nikki has experience working with individuals and groups including older adolescents and adults. She has a special interest in working with clients experiencing co-occurring disorders. Nikki incorporates aspects of DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and most recently, EMDR.
Nikki works collaboratively with all her clients to provide a safe, empathic, and trauma informed approach.
When Nikki is not in the office, you can find her hiking, paddle boarding, gardening and enjoying the outside with her two dogs, Ollie and Christopher.
ALLISON STERTZER, LCSW
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Allison (she/her) is deeply committed to the transformative power of human connection and believes in its ability to heal. She fosters strong, authentic relationships with each client, creating a safe space where they can explore their inner world without judgment. With extensive experience working with individuals across the lifespan, Allison supports clients in navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity exploration, self-esteem building, grief and loss, life transitions, and more.
Adopting a collaborative approach to therapy, Allison empowers clients to take an active role in their treatment, ensuring they feel agency in their healing process. She utilizes a wide range of therapeutic modalities, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Therapy, tailoring her approach to meet each client’s unique needs.
Allison earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Denver. In her personal time, she enjoys cooking, listening to comedy podcasts, creating pottery, attending live music events, and watching Survivor.
RYAN SULLIVAN, LCPC
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Ryan has been in the mental health field since 2013 and has dedicated his professional life to guiding others on their personal journey towards self-actualization. As a lover of all that is Wild, Ryan is passionate about the incorporation of the Natural world into the therapeutic relationship. He is eager to instill the values of a balanced, healthy, and active lifestyle that is aligned with a stewardship towards all living things; to get others outside, pushing themselves towards empowering and transformative experiences.
Utilizing a mindfulness based, relational/humanistic approach, Ryan earned his Master’s in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology: Wilderness Therapy from Naropa University. He maintains licensure in Maine and Colorado. Ryan is an insatiable traveler, an eternal student, an avid outdoorsman, and a devoted family man. With a focus on whole person wellness, Ryan is extremely grateful to be a part of your quest towards a life fulfilled.
ALEX TWOMBLY, LCPC-C
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Alex holds a BA in Psychology from the University of New Hampshire and an MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University.
Alex has developed a strong expertise in working with individuals facing intellectual and developmental disabilities. Her experience spans both child and adult populations, allowing her to tailor her therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Alex is passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of her clients. She is particularly excited about the opportunity to work with children, adults, and couples, supporting them through various life circumstances and helping them build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based practices, ensuring that each client receives personalized and effective care.
Outside of her professional life, Alex enjoys yoga, knitting, reading, and exploring the outdoors.
CASSONDRA TRANCHEMONTAGNE, LCMHC, LCPC
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Cassie is an independently licensed mental health counselor in Maine and New Hampshire with years of experience supporting adults, adolescents, and couples through a wide array challenges. She has experience working with substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, anxiety, depression, emotional challenges and dysregulation, spirituality, life stress, life transitions, postpartum and reproductive challenges.
Cassie is passionate about creating a space where you feel safe to be authentic on your journey toward healing and wellness. She recognizes we are all unique and believes this uniqueness is important in therapy. Her approach to therapy is humanistic, collaborative, and holistic. She utilizes a variety of strength-based techniques, including mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and cognitive- behavioral.
When not in the office, you can find Cassie on adventures with her family, cuddling with her dogs, practicing yoga, and yes.. binge watching a good TV show!
LAUREN VANDERVOORT, LMSW-CC
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Lauren is a conditionally licensed social worker with a Master of Social Work degree from Salem State University. She brings nine years of experience in community mental health, supporting children, adolescents, and adults. Lauren has worked alongside individuals and families navigating a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, complex trauma, self-esteem and body image concerns, ADHD, school-related difficulties, life transitions, and high-risk behaviors.
Lauren approaches her work through a strengths-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed lens. She values the therapeutic relationship as a powerful tool for change and partners with clients to identify priorities and achieve meaningful goals.
Psychoeducation is a key component of Lauren’s practice, helping clients build insight and deepen their understanding of the experiences that shape them. She meets people where they are and believes deeply in creating a space where every person feels unconditionally seen, heard, and valued.
Outside of her work, Lauren enjoys spending time with her family and friends, taking walks with her Mini Australian Shepherd, playing soccer and pickleball, and discovering new favorite coffee shops.
BRITTANY TUCCI, LMSW-CC
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Brittany has been in the Social Service industry for over 15 years. Brittany earned Bachelor of Social Work and Masters of Social Work degrees from the University of Southern Maine and is a licensed LMSW-CC.
Brittany works with adolescents and adults in individual and couples therapy.
The foundation of Brittany’s practice comes from building a trusting therapeutic relationship, where the client is the expert in their lives. Brittany uses a strengths based perspective to help empower her clients to grow and develop to become successful in their treatment goals.
Brittany is passionate about working with individuals and couples surrounding life transitions. That includes relational and attachment issues, exploration of sexuality, intimacy struggles among partnerships, as well as a wide variety of interpersonal struggles such as anxiety, depression, stress, life events, and low-self-esteem.
Brittany uses many therapeutic techniques including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Person Centered, Attachment, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) and Mindfulness.
In her spare time, Brittany is an avid sports fan – specifically loves the Bruins and Red Sox. She enjoys playing softball and golf, hiking and all things outdoors with her spouse and two Labradors.
HOPE TURNER, LMSW-CC, CADC
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Hope holds a BA in Social Work and an MSW from the University of Southern Maine. As a Conditionally Licensed Master Social Worker, she brings a diverse background in childcare, homeless services, crisis intervention, and mental health care. Her professional experience has fostered a deep understanding of the complexities of trauma, co-occurring disorders, and the impact of mental health and substance use on individuals and families.
Rooted in the belief that healing happens through connection, Hope brings a relational, person-centered approach to therapy. Guided by compassion and curiosity, her approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), motivational interviewing, and a humanistic framework, all within a trauma-informed care perspective.
Hope works with individuals navigating trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, anxiety, and women’s mental health. She also supports those impacted by substance use—whether personally or through the experiences of someone close to them. She is especially passionate about supporting people within the context of their relationships and helping them uncover new ways of relating to themselves and others. Her goal is to meet each client with empathy and authenticity—creating a space where growth, healing, and self-awareness can unfold at their own pace.
Outside of the therapy room, Hope enjoys yoga, spending time at the beach, and traveling.
AZIZA VILLAMAR, LCPC, LADC
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Aziza Villamar is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Maine. She holds a Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Chatham University. With 15 years of experience working with individuals facing Co-Occurring Disorders, Aziza has extensive expertise in providing support to children, teens, adults, families, and couples in both individual and group settings.
Her counseling philosophy is centered on empowering clients and creating positive therapeutic experiences that promote health and happiness. Aziza’s approach integrates a variety of techniques, including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, and Relationship Enhancement (RE) Therapy for families and couples.
Beyond her professional work, Aziza enjoys spending quality time with her family, swimming, visiting the beach, horseback riding, and reading.
RANI WILSON, LCPC-C
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Rani holds a Master of Clinical Counseling from Antioch University New England. With a compassionate, person-centered approach, she helps clients reconnect with the innate wisdom that often lies within.
Her work is grounded in an integrative and holistic framework, drawing from Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Play Therapy, and trauma-informed practices. Rani supports children, teens, and adults as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem.
Deeply passionate about the healing power of creativity, mindfulness, and nature, Rani weaves these elements into her practice. She offers a thoughtful balance of structure and freedom, helping clients cultivate resilience, self-discovery, and meaningful growth.