The seed for growth is often in our shadow self and addressing what hides inside us can be knowingly and unconsciously scary. The therapeutic process necessitates a willingness to address acceptance of our shadow, embrace the totality of who we are and to make change, if necessary. I promise to provide you with the safe harbor of  objectivity, warmth, respect, honesty, empathy and positive regard to explore the issues you wish to bring forth. Remember your Life has its own Story to tell and the right to be heard. The telling of your Story may be done in the security and convenience of your home or at my home/office.

Licensed Professional Counselor Since 1994. Professional Affiliations:
Connecticut Association For Jungian Psychology (Board Member)
Connecticut Counseling Association
Connecticut Mental Health Counseling Association
Yoga Alliance-Registered Yoga Teacher
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What is somatic therapy?
Somatic therapy is a self-awareness process with a particular focus on the body. With guided practice to help you remain present in the body, you simply allow thoughts, emotions and sensations to emerge in their natural patterns. This combination – conscious awareness and observation of patterns – allows both increased capability of self-regulation and expanded capacity for awareness itself. Current brain research shows that the part of the brain involved in awareness also regulates emotions and behavior. So practice of focused awareness actually strengthens and expands the brain cell connections in this area, making the benefit of this work cumulative. The difference between this and mindfulness practice alone is that you also have access to somatic, or body reactions. These come under conscious awareness, creating the possibility of physical as well as emotional healing. Somatic therapy is useful for the resolution of stress and trauma, anxiety, depression, habits, addictions, "stuck" patterns, or can be used to enhance personal growth. For an appointment or more information please call, email or visit me on the web at www.mindmeetsbody.com. Douglas Smith, LCPC, SEP., 440 Forest Ave, Portland, ME 04101 (207) 329-3566. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

This experiential and body-oriented approach supports you to

• reconnect with your body, its language and wisdom
• reinforce your strengths, passions and skills
• learn to relax, reduce stress and practice being fully present
• enhance your relationships, both with yourself and others
• make sustainable life changes happen

Dynamic life coaching tools combined with Gestalt Therapy elements and Mindfulness techniques are the foundation of this approach. We can meet in person or on the phone. Groups offered on a regular basis. Call (207) 592-7888 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information and  to set up a free introductory call. www.gestaltyourlife.com.

Based on feminist and Buddhist principles, our programs focus on building a life of long-term, sustainable recovery by addressing the fundamental human need for relationship and genuine intimacy – the basis of well-being.

FirstSteps™ is an intensive outpatient program that includes meditation, detoxification, acupuncture, and bodywork therapies. Participants meet in small, confidential groups three evenings a week for eight weeks.

Footpath to Recovery™ is a two-week journey along Maine’s Hundred-Mile Wilderness section of the Appalachian Trail. Rather than dwelling on pathology, the focus is on restoring health and balance. For further information or to schedule a free evaluation, please contact: Peter Wohl, MA, LADC, CCS, Innovations in Recovery, (207) 619-2989, www.innovationsinrecovery.com.

All of life happens in the present moment: Our natural condition is an open awareness of each moment as it occurs. Increased awareness of this moment—now—and of yourself in the moment, provides an increased experience of life, more joy, and greater fulfillment. Developing the capacity of your own center enables a deeper, more immediate experience of your aliveness and presence now. The result is increased freedom—freedom of choice, freedom of action, freedom of purpose—and deepened participation in the events of your own life. For a FREE introductory session, call (207) 773-4413 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 25 Middle Street, Portland, ME 04101. Further information can be found at www.openawareness.com.

In my psychotherapy practice I deal with the concerns that bring most people into therapy: depression, anxiety, stress, and challenges with relationships and work. However, my transformational focus goes beyond this to address the yearning that many people feel for a deeper sense of meaning and joy, and highlights an appreciation for spiritual paths to a more heart-centered life. Offices at 141 North Main Street in Brewer and 5 School Street in Ellsworth. Telephone: 207-852-7656

Patrica A. Burke, MSW, LCSW
Holistic Psychotherapy & Spiritual Development Work

"When we are fully present to ourselves the light of who we are shines through and like a slow deep breath, fills the world with love." –PB In over 25 years of experience I have merged a variety of psychological, sensate awareness, spiritual and creative practices into a process of deep awakening that can help you heal trauma, addictions & depression, rediscover meaning and purpose in life, build mutually empowering relationships, enhance creativity and embrace the deep stillness of being from within which all experience arises. I have been deeply engaged in my own inner work for over twenty years and call upon my extensive training in spiritual and transformational practices to guide my work with others. I offer individual, group and couples consultation, personal intensives, workshops, supervision and training. Offices in West Baldwin & Yarmouth, ME, (207) 625-7012, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , www.patriciaburke.com.

Life Coach, Spiritual Counselor & Yoga Therapist offering private sessions, workshops & retreats in Portland, Maine & world wide. For more information, visit www.pranaheals.com, (207) 632-6698. Services: Life Coaching (healthy lifestyle, transitions, small businesses, Law of Attraction) ~ Spiritual Counseling ~ Private Yoga ~ Yoga Therapy for physical and emotional healing ~ Hands on Healing ~ Tantra Instruction for Couples ~ Individual & Couples Retreats (studio apartment for rent with healing sessions) ~ Workshops (Tantra, Law of Attraction, Therapeutic Yoga for Yoga Instructors & more).

Prana is an exceptional role model and teacher of yoga and natural healing. She is devoted to healing and personal transformation and gently invites us to join her on the path. Prana guides us to deep places of self-discovery and acceptance, where healing happens and wholeness is restored. Like 'water that wears away rock,' Prana's guidance dissolves physical, emotional, and energetic barriers to being healthy, joyful and fully alive. Her teaching is a gift! ~ Mary Anne Bright, EdD, APRN, BC Professor Emerita University of Massachusetts-Amherst, Author of Holistic Health and Healing.