Bar Harbor, ME Local Support & Community Resources

Amy Burrell is a dedicated therapist who truly enjoys her work, assisting individuals in navigating life's challenges. With expertise in addressing trauma, crisis, mental health issues, and destructive behaviors, she serves as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Ellsworth and on Mount Desert Island. Amy specializes in working with adolescents and adults who experience emotional instability, struggles with addiction, and those seeking healing from early life trauma or insights into unhealthy self-relationships. With extensive training in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, interpersonal neurobiology, narrative therapy, and mindfulness, Amy is also currently studying Internal Family Systems (IFS). She believes in a holistic approach to health, emphasizing the importance of mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Understanding that choosing the right therapist is crucial, she is committed to providing support and guidance throughout the therapeutic journey. Clients will find her a compassionate ally as they seek self-compassion, forgiveness, and balance in their lives.

Jody Gillen-worden is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with nearly 30 years of experience in the field of mental health. Known for her collaborative and strength-based approach, Jody brings a playful yet profound energy to her practice. She has a rich background in family systems viewed through the lens of attachment theory. Recently, Jody has focused her expertise on individual therapy for adults, utilizing Internal Family Systems (IFS) as a dynamic and empowering psychotherapeutic model. This approach fosters self-discovery, allowing individuals to connect with various parts of themselves and regain control over their healing journey. Her deep understanding of attachment theory enhances this transformative process by helping clients engage with their internalized attachment figures, nurturing resilience and self-compassion throughout their therapeutic journey.