In-Person in Portland, ME 04101
Online in New York,
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Thank you for visiting my profile! Reaching out takes courage, and I am glad you are here. Anxiety, depression, and burnout can make everyday life feel heavier than it should. With practice, you can feel your emotions without becoming overwhelmed. You can build confidence to make effective decisions and assert your needs. You can enjoy meaningful relationships without compromising your boundaries or values.
I first earned my BA in psychology from Columbia University, followed by my doctorate in psychology from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology/Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. My previous roles as a school psychologist and special education chairperson have guided my work successfully, not only with students, but also with educators experiencing frustration and burnout in a fast-paced, demanding world.
In addition to being licensed in Maine and New York, I hold the Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) credential from the PSYPACT Commission, which allows me me to provide out-of-network care for clients in participating states across the country. To check if your state is eligible, please visit: https://psypact.gov/.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
Approach Description: My practice is informed primarily by Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) principles.
What makes therapy most successful, however, is not just the technique; it is the relationship shared between the clinician and client. I adapt techniques to fit you as an individual. You are a whole person, not a diagnosis.
During sessions, you will learn to reframe unhelpful thought patterns. You will also be introduced to strategies to help you regulate your emotions while committing to behaviors that align with your values.
You deserve to show yourself kindness and grace. Whether you wish to learn more about yourself, develop your problem-solving skills, or change your current direction in life, we can get you there, one step at a time.
Fees & Insurance
Insurance
- Accepts Insurance
- I am in-network for many insurance providers, and can also provide a superbill for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Timely payment is appreciated. Please verify your coverage or call me for a brief consultation at no cost to you. I currently accept: Aetna; Anthem; Carelon; Curative.
Education & Credentials
Mira Cymerman Psy.D.
- Female
- License # PS2699
- Licensed in Maine
- PSYPACT Mobility # 25808
- Practicing Since 2001
Education: Ferkauf Graduate School/Albert Einstein College of Medicine -
Doctor of Psychology earned 2001; Columbia University -
Bachelor of Arts earned 1995.
Mira Cymerman Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Portland, ME 04101
- Available Online for residents of New York, PSYPACT states Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
- Online Therapy Details: Our sessions will be conducted through a HIPAA-compliant platform that runs in standard browsers such as Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge. You will just need a working webcam and microphone. Before your scheduled appointment, you will receive a direct link to join each session.
During initial sessions, we will discuss your concerns in order to develop your treatment goals. Once engaged in the therapeutic process, many clients report gradual improvement over the next 6 to 8 sessions. The length and frequency of sessions are based on your specific needs. For in person sessions, street and lot parking are available.