Psychodynamic therapists in Sanford, ME
Browse Psychodynamic therapists in Sanford, Maine. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Psychodynamic
Whitney Hoke
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC, LPC, BC-DMT-R
I take a holistic, integrative approach to therapy incorporating elements from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, expressive and somatic therapies, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I believe strongly in the mind/body connection and assist clients in creating internal harmony.
14 Years Experience
Online in Sanford, ME (Online Only)
Psychodynamic
Louis Hoffman
Psychologist, PhD
I believe psychotherapy is most effective when it is grounded in a genuine, collaborative relationship characterized by empathy, authenticity, and respect. My approach is existential-humanistic and relational, recognizing that each person brings a unique history, perspective, and way of experiencing the world. Rather than viewing people primarily through the lens of symptoms or diagnoses, I seek to empathetically understand the whole person, including their struggles, strengths, relationships, values, and aspirations.
I see therapy as an opportunity not only to address emotional distress but also to deepen self-understanding, explore life's challenges, and discover new possibilities for living more authentically and meaningfully. I strive to create a therapeutic space where clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and challenged in ways that support growth. I believe meaningful change emerges through authentic encounter, increased awareness, and the courage to engage more fully with ourselves, others, and the world.
25 Years Experience
Online in Sanford, ME
Psychodynamic
Asher Lipner
Psychologist, Ph.D., SRT
I believe good therapy is more than symptom management. It’s about helping people understand themselves more honestly, develop greater emotional awareness, and build a life that feels more grounded, connected, and authentic.
Many of the people I work with feel stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand — anxiety, shame, compulsive behaviors, emotional disconnection, relationship struggles, or cycles of secrecy and self-criticism. Often, these struggles are not simply about “bad habits” or lack of willpower, but about deeper emotional and relational dynamics that have never been fully understood or addressed.
My style is warm, direct, thoughtful, and engaged. I aim to create a space where people can speak openly about subjects that are difficult to discuss elsewhere, without feeling judged, dismissed, or reduced to a diagnosis. I believe meaningful therapy requires both compassion and honesty: the ability to understand pain without losing sight of accountability, growth, and change.
I have particular experience helping individuals and couples struggling with compulsive sexual behavior, pornography addiction, betrayal trauma, intimacy difficulties, anxiety, shame, and trauma-related issues. I also work extensively with clients from religious and culturally sensitive communities, where these struggles often carry additional layers of secrecy, fear, and isolation.
Therapy can help people move from surviving on autopilot toward living with greater clarity, presence, integrity, and connection — both to themselves and to the people they care about most.
25 Years Experience
Online in Sanford, ME
Psychodynamic
Emily Blitz
Psychologist, PsyD
Welcome! For me, this work is deeply relational in nature, as I find a steady, trusting relationship to be central for deeper exploration. Together, we can attend to both immediate concerns and deeper themes such as emotional experiences, attachment styles, and family-of-origin dynamics. I offer a warm, steady presence alongside attuned and practical feedback, supporting meaningful insight that can lead to lasting change. Online therapy offers us a wonderful opportunity to engage in this work from the comfort of your own space, while also offering flexibility when needed. Moves, new jobs, or growing families - our work can remain an anchor through the change. If you'd like to discuss working together, please reach out for a free consultation.
12 Years Experience
Online in Sanford, ME (Online Only)
Psychodynamic
Christine Sparacino
Psychologist, PsyD
Hi! I'm Dr. Christine Sparacino. I have been working in the mental health field for more than 20 years. I work with highly sensitive and empathic individuals, people navigating loss and life transitions, those feeling with grief and chronic illness and autoimmune disease. Since 2015 I have also worked as a diabetes psychologist, supporting patients with their health.
My main focus is to help individuals navigate difficult seasons and transitions in their lives, such as adjusting to a recent loss or change in health status. My main areas of expertise are: grief and loss, chronic illness and autoimmune disease, and working with Highly Sensitive People and empaths.
23 Years Experience
Online in Sanford, ME (Online Only)
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Sanford, ME Statistics
Psychodynamic Therapy therapists in Sanford, ME average 17 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (81%), Depression (76%), and Trauma and PTSD (57%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 81% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 76% | Depression |
| 57% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Stress |
| 52% | Loss or Grief |
| 52% | Self Esteem |
| 39% | Relationship and Marriage Counseling |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 35% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 48% | Women |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Men |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 22% | Black / African American |