The foundation of my approach to therapy is relational and client-centered. I strongly believe that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the most important factor for successful therapy and I strive to approach my clients with a non-judgmental, compassionate, and understanding mind-set.
My work is holistic in nature, as I believe that all aspects of our lives, (including relationships, nutrition, sleep, etc.), have a huge impact on the way that we feel and how we function in the world. My hope is that through our work together, I can empower my clients to improve their lives and achieve their goals.
Some people come to therapy to have someone listen and support them, some to learn specific skills, some to engage in trauma treatment, and others to come up with a plan to change a particular behavior or become “unstuck.” Similarly, some people wish to work on issues from their past, some on present-day issues, and others on future planning and goal-setting. I believe that every person who walks through my door has a unique set of needs and would most benefit from an individualized approach to therapy and healing. Therefore, I draw from a variety of different theories of counseling in order to help my clients realize their goals and live more satisfying lives.
Life Transitions and Adjustment
Fertility, Pregnancy, and Postpartum support
Goal Setting
Changing Behaviors
Relationship Issues
Women's Issues
Spirituality
Healthy Lifestyle Changes
Depression
Enhancing Self-Esteem
Building Self-Confidence
Emotion Regulation Skill Building
Relationship Issues
Effective Communication
Strengthening Social Skills
Anger Management
Assertiveness Training
Boundary Setting
Trauma and Loss
PTSD
Grief Counseling
Sexual Trauma
Domestic and Dating Violence
Bullying and Harassment
Christy periodically runs the following groups pending interest.
Bullying and Harassment Group
This group is for middle school students who are experiencing or have experienced bullying and/or harassment at school. Focus of this group will be on providing and getting support from peers, managing and expressing feelings related to being bullied, learning skills to prevent and effectively cope with bullying, and ways to help others when a person witnesses others being bullied.
Relaxation and Stress Management Group
This group is open to adolescents and adults who wish to learn multiple ways to better manage stress and feel fully relaxed. Group members learn a holistic approach to stress management which includes discussions and information about managing stress through dietary changes, improving sleep, learning mindfulness techniques, changing stress-creating thought patterns, body-oriented techniques, and yoga.
Christy also provides Positive Psychology based retreats, workshops, online classes, consultation and group coaching services through her sister business, Hello Happy Living
Christy is in network with some insurance plans. Please check with your insurance company to verify what your financial responsibilites will be for therapy.
If you will not be using insurance benefits to pay for services, you have the right to request a good faith estimate.
Please follow the link below to learn more.
Christy A. Cole, MA, LCPC Wayfinder Wellness and Psychotherapy Services 36 Main St., Suite D Kennebunk, ME 04043
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christy@christycolecounseling.com
(207) 370-8329