Gray, ME Local Support & Community Resources

Tookie Bright is a compassionate and skilled therapist who works with preteens, teens, and adults navigating life's challenges. They specialize in addressing issues such as anxiety, chronic illness, and obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD), while also providing support for trauma and PTSD, peer relationships, grief, and coping skills. With a genuine commitment to fostering healing and self-discovery, Tookie utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Expressive Arts, Art Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), among others. Each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals or families, encouraging empowerment and resilience. Tookie's warm and relational style creates a safe space where clients feel valued and heard, helping them transition through difficult times and build a stronger sense of self.

Karen Burke Lane is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with extensive experience in helping adults and elders overcome life's challenges. With a compassionate approach, she specializes in issues such as depression, anxiety, and coping skills, while also addressing general concerns like peer relationships and self-esteem. Karen's therapeutic modalities include relational and strength-based therapy, along with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), delivering personalized care tailored to each individual's needs. With a focus on family dynamics, she supports clients in navigating mood disorders, stress, parenting, and women's issues, helping them find resilience and empowerment in their journeys.

Terri Milligan approaches counseling as a deeply personal and individual process, recognizing the unique journey of each client. Her philosophy centers on the belief that every person deserves to be listened to and supported, regardless of their situation. Terri does not rely on conventional treatment orientations or theories; instead, she emphasizes the importance of unconditional positive regard. In a society that often overlooks the power of kindness and encouragement, she commits to fostering feelings of confidence and purpose in those she works with. With a firm belief in the inherent worth of all individuals, Terri understands that everyone has the potential to overcome hardships and despair. With a particular focus on misunderstood teens and struggling parents, she excels at bridging communication gaps, which often leads to healing and stronger family connections. The rewarding aspect of her work lies in witnessing the revitalization of relationships. Nestled by Little Sebago Lake, her counseling office perfectly complements her ecotherapy practices. Incorporating nature, horticulture, physical exercise, and animal-assisted therapy, Terri strives to create a comfortable environment where clients feel at ease to express themselves.