Gestalt therapists in South Portland, ME
Browse Gestalt therapists in South Portland, Maine. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Gestalt
Ilyssa Swartout
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I’m Dr. Ilyssa Swartout, a licensed psychologist dedicated to helping adults and couples heal from past wounds and create meaningful change. My approach blends warmth, presence, and evidence-based therapy to help you move beyond old patterns and reconnect with your sense of worth and wholeness.
My background includes over 20 years of mentorship with James Bugental, Ph.D., founder of Humanistic Psychotherapy, and advanced training in EMDR, Brainspotting, Gestalt Therapy, and Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy (DNMS). These approaches support healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties by addressing both emotional and body-based experiences.
As an EMDR Consultant and Certified In-Depth Therapist, I guide clients and other professionals toward lasting transformation and self-understanding.
Therapy is a courageous step toward healing and growth. Together, we’ll create a safe and supportive space for you to explore, recover, and thrive.
25 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME (Online Only)
Gestalt
David Houston Murphy
Psychologist, PhD, LP, PSYPACT
As an autistic psychologist in Colorado, I personally understand many of the personal challenges my neurodivergent (ASD/autism, ADHD, learning abilities) clients are facing. I excel by helping you get clarity about your current challenges through psychological testing and what next steps and recommendations may be helpful after testing is completed. Through therapy, I often help clients come to terms with a new diagnosis, unmask, understand differences between neurotypical and neurodivergent approaches, and come to accept your identity as a neurodivergent person.
4 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME
Gestalt
Amanda Etienne
Psychologist, Psy.D
If you're a woman who's spent years doing everything "right," (achieving, handling, holding it together...) you may have noticed that success didn't fill the gap you thought it would. I work with capable, high-achieving women who are realizing they want more than functioning: they want to actually know themselves, and to let the people in their life know them too.
Many of my clients grew up being told they were "too sensitive" or "too much." I believe sensitivity isn't the problem to manage away - it's a strength that got mislabeled, and often the very thing that makes deep connection possible. Together, we slow down enough to build a real relationship with yourself, not just a polished explanation of yourself.
I offer virtual therapy across Colorado, Washington, and all PSYPACT states, specializing in anxiety, perfectionism, and relational and sexual trauma. If you're ready to stop managing your sensitivity and start using it, I'd love to talk.
3 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME (Online Only)
Gestalt
Dr. L A McCrae
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCADC, FOT, CCTP, CCTSA
"Not everything that is faced can be changed. But nothing can be changed until it is faced." - James Baldwin
As a Black, queer, transmasculine, and neurodivergent scholar-practitioner, I view therapy as an act of radical liberation rather than social compliance. Grounded in the Black radical tradition, I partner with "Deep-Sea Divers"—scholars, activists, and survivors—to move beyond traditional talk therapy and into the realm of spiritual reclamation. My approach is direct and somatic, utilizing Sandplay, Somatic Focusing, and Bibliotherapy to map your internal geography and dismantle the "head trash" of carceral systems. Whether navigating neurodivergence, TBI recovery, or the cycles of dependency, we work collaboratively to honor your lived experience without moralistic shame. I do not sit as a detached observer, but as a witness to your evolution and a partner in your resistance against a broken world. My goal is your absolute autonomy, facilitating the heavy, holy work of unmasking and rewriting your testimony. If you are seeking a sanctuary where your identity is celebrated and your liberation is the priority, I am ready to dive with you.
7 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME
Gestalt
April Bieber
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, CPC, LCPC, LMHC, LPC, LPC-MHS, QS (FL)
You don’t have to figure it all out alone. I offer a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make real change. With over 15 years of experience, I help adults, teens, and couples/families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is practical, honest, and tailored to your unique goals. If you’re ready to feel more in control, more confident, and more like yourself again — let’s talk. I'm here for you.
17 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME (Online Only)
Gestalt Therapy therapists in South Portland, ME Statistics
Gestalt Therapy therapists in South Portland, ME average 17 years of experience and charge around $242 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (88%), Depression (71%), and Self Esteem (71%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$242
Accept insurance
18%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 50% |
Female |
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| 44% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 71% | Depression |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 65% | Stress |
| 53% | Forgiveness |
| 53% | Parenting |
| 53% | Trauma and PTSD |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 94% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 59% | Teen |
| 6% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Men |
| 53% | Women |
| 41% | Christian |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |