Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Maine

After nearly 10 years of providing therapy services I have learned that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all treatment modality. Therapy is an opportunity to build skills that you can utilize during and beyond therapy, throughout the many chapters of life. My aim is to help facilitate conversations with curiosity, humor, empathy, and flexibility that explore root causes of patterns and cycles that we all get stuck in. I knew I wanted to become a therapist while teaching music to kids as a part of The Young Americans. This led me to want to know why music and talking were so powerful. Family therapy specifically became an interest in seeing how treating the system creates long-lasting and powerful change. I continue to use creative ways to address healing.

Welcome to my practice! I am an LCSW psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working in various roles in community mental health settings and acute mental healthcare. I bring intellectual and emotional competence, integrity, ethics, and empathy to my work, fostering compassionate and collaborative mental health care for individuals who are struggling. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, personality disorders, bipolar disorders, OCD, and psychotic disorders.

I’m a licensed therapist with more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health. I trained at Goddard College, earned my doctorate in public health from Tulane University, and am licensed to practice in both Maine and Vermont.

I work with individuals navigating a wide range of emotional, relational, and life challenges. My approach is grounded in an existential perspective, which means I help clients explore questions of meaning, identity, connection, and how their environments shape their wellbeing. I believe that even healthy people can become symptomatic in unhealthy environments, and I work collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, build insight, and move toward lives that feel more authentic and sustainable.

My goal is to offer a thoughtful, supportive space where clients can reflect, heal, and make meaningful change.

I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who shows up with warmth, curiosity, and zero judgment. Think of me as the therapist who feels human, someone who listens deeply, honors your story, and helps you make sense of patterns that no longer serve you. As a Caribbean-American woman, I also understand the unspoken cultural layers that often shape how we cope, communicate, and carry our experiences. My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, safe, and empowered to grow at your own pace.

I am dedicated to supporting women in finding freedom, balance and clarity in their lives. I bring over three decades of experience in working with women and families, using a holistic and trauma informed approach. My background includes training in mindfulness based cognitive therapy, somatic practices, emotional freedom techniques, meditation and yoga. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, life transitions, trauma and relationship challenges with compassion and practical tools. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel empowered to heal, grow and live fully on your own terms.

I'm Dr. Cheri Carter, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a PhD in Family Studies.

Mental health struggles impact everyone. It is up to us to take action to seek out those professionally trained to help us navigate our challenges. This assists us in achieving our goals of better coping, higher functioning, and creating stronger connections that result in happier, more resilient and better versions of ourselves. I have experience working with clients from every socioeconomic background and most diagnoses including those who struggle with the lasting effects of ongoing or past substance use and trauma. I have a greater understanding of the impacts declining mental health can have on every aspect of our lives.

Welcome, I'm so glad you're taking this step for yourself!

I have over 20 years of clinical experience working with adults, families, parents, teens and children. Specializing in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships. I really enjoy meeting with a variety of people of all ages through online psychotherapy. My background is in Community Mental Health. I've had clients tell me I'm easy to talk to, non- judgmental, we'll create goals together to create more ease and peace in your life.

As an Asian American & combat veteran, I know firsthand the weight of trauma, transitions and the unique challenges men face when carrying invisible wounds. My practice is dedicated to serving veterans, first responders, and others who have experienced trauma, as well as, men navigating identity, relationships, and resilience. I strive to create a space where you feel understood, respected, and supported without judgement. I bring a blend of dividends-based therapies and specialized in training to help clients heal and grow. I utilize CBT-I to address sleep issues, IFS, and ACT to help clients heal.

For couples, I bring my Level II Gottman Method training to support partners in rebuilding trust, improving communication, and navigating conflict in healthier ways. Whether you are facing the aftermath of combat, the pressures of first responder work, or the complexity of men’s issues, therapy is about developing practice skills and exploring deeper healing.

I know what it’s like to feel the pressure to “tough it out” or stay silent. Therapy with me is about creating a space where you don’t have to. If you’re ready to explore a path forward-whether in individual or couples therapy- I’d be honored to walk with you.

It's amazing to meet you!

I’m Mariam Arabambi, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. I’m passionate about helping individuals find balance, healing, and hope through compassionate, evidence-based care. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered on your journey toward wellness.

I am a husband, a father of two adult children, and a corgi dad. I am not a true Mainer as I moved here about 4 years ago from Pennsylvania where I spent most of my life. But, I have adopted Maine as my own. I love the outdoors and spend as much time as I can in them.

As far as the more formal stuff, I spent a lot of time in school. My credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Ursinus College, a Masters of Education in Counseling from Rutgers University, an Executive Masters of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration from California Pacific University, a Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Juris Doctorate in Law all from Widener University.

I have 20+ years management experience in behavioral health, managed care, academia and private practice settings. I have run my private practice for more than 30 years, have been a program administrator, corporate compliance/privacy officer, clinical director, program chairperson, and director of quality management during my career. I have taught at more than 20 colleges and universities. I have advised, supervised, trained, and taught hundreds of graduate students and professional counselors. I have also presented at many state, regional and national conferences and provided numerous trainings to social service and criminal justice professionals.