Meet Cynthia and Sam

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I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in adult, child and family therapy for adults.  Since 2007 my areas of expertise have grown to include:
  • grief and loss - including pets
  • anxiety
  • depression
  • Life changes and caretaker concerns
  • self-esteem
  • trauma
  • managing emotions
  • increasing calming skills
  • substance abuse, alcohol abuse and co-occurring disorders
  • I maintain a private practice in Surry, Maine
  • Telehealth Distance counseling services throughout the State of Maine.
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  • Samson "Sam" is my well-trained, friendly Service Dog and Animal Assisted Therapy dog.  He helps me to get up and down off of low chairs or the floor, physically brace me for balance while getting up and down stairs and help with picking up objects.
  • Sam has a dual role as directive or non-directive animal assisted therapy dog providing support, a listening ear, and comfort during sessions. 

Memberships
I am a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC). 

My History
  •  Bachelor's in Arts Franconia College, N.H.
  • Bachelor of Science, Mental Health and Human Services, University of Maine in Augusta
  • Master's in Social Work, University of Maine in Orono, ME. 
While studying, I worked full time as a Director at the Emmaus Homeless Shelter working with homeless men, women and families and working for homeless prevention through a number of community programs.  My internships included working at Acadia Hospital’s Chemical Dependency Intensive Outpatient program for individuals in recovery; Wabanaki Mental Health Associates, NPC for tribal-enrolled Native Americans and Bayview Center for Mental Health, a private practice.  Upon graduating, I worked with individuals and family’s doing Home and Community Based treatment, (HCT), provided individual therapy for adults and children and provided group therapy.