At our core, we are a *provider-focused* mental health practice. By prioritizing the well-being and needs of our providers, we create an environment where clinicians can deliver the highest quality of care to their clients. When a practice is solely patient-focused, it often overlooks the essential needs of the providers themselves—leading to burnout, reduced efficacy, and ultimately, an impact on client outcomes. Supporting our providers means empowering them to thrive professionally and personally, so they can offer the best possible care to every individual they serve. #providerfocused #psychologyspecialists
Founder and Director @ Psychology Specialists of Maine | Licensed Psychologist, Ph.D.
As therapists, we spend years studying the human mind, learning techniques and treatment approaches to help others heal, and refining interventions to support mental well-being. But here’s the truth we don’t often share: we’re human, too. Just like everyone else, we have struggles, vulnerabilities, and areas of growth. We face anxiety, self-doubt, and difficult relationships. We’re not immune to life’s challenges. We don’t become therapists to avoid the pain of living. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. We’re drawn to this work because we know what it’s like to face hardship—and we believe in the power of growth that can come from it. Our training doesn’t eliminate our struggles but rather helps us navigate them differently. We work on adjusting our responses to life’s hurdles, and empowering others to find new perspectives and learn from theirs. So, when you see a therapist, remember that we, too, are growing and evolving. We understand, on a deep level, what it’s like to live through adversity and come out stronger, not because we’re experts, but because we’re human. We’re in this journey together. ??