Kennebunk, ME Local Support & Community Resources

Julie Allen provides exceptional counseling services to individuals, couples, and families who may be grappling with the effects of loss, change, betrayal, trauma, disappointment, or illness. Through her supportive counseling approach, she emphasizes the importance of identifying and building on strengths, fostering personal growth, and facilitating thoughtful change. Julie is dedicated to equipping her clients with essential skills while recognizing their role within the community. With over 20 years of volunteer experience in peer counseling for mothers and families, alongside her work in hospice care, she embodies the belief that healing, change, and growth can be achieved with the right support, hope, and information.

Life can often present challenges that seem ever-present and constantly changing. Many individuals find themselves at crossroads where established behaviors no longer serve them, and solutions feel elusive. Sharon Audet understands this journey and is dedicated to helping clients discover new paths and behaviors that foster growth. She believes in guiding individuals towards the courage to change the things they can, the acceptance of what they cannot change, and most importantly, discerning between the two. With over 25 years of experience, Sharon specializes in assisting adolescents, adults, and families as they navigate academic struggles, emotional difficulties, anxiety, depression, and the complexities of life transitions. Her passion extends to supporting individuals in later life stages, further enriching her understanding of the human experience. Rather than providing direct solutions, Sharon creates a safe space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, often revealing their own insights with the right questions and compassionate guidance. Through humor, empathy, and keen insight, she is committed to walking alongside her clients as they uncover their way forward.

Robin Barstow is an intelligent and holistic therapist who draws upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and The Work as the foundation of her practice. Her approach is intelligent due to its evidence-based and universal nature, while it remains holistic by blending both the western medical model and the eastern spiritual model of health. Clients begin to understand their own minds and unconscious habits, gaining clarity from confusion. They can identify what is causing their suffering and learn how to heal. Robin offers walking-and-talking sessions in the serene Hope Woods, traditional office meetings, or convenient Telehealth options. With a reassuring and simple approach, she utilizes the techniques developed by Aaron T. Beck, MD, and Byron Katie. Robin holds a PhD from Yale University, an MA from Columbia University, and an LCSW from the University of Maine, bringing a wealth of knowledge from both inpatient and outpatient settings. Her methods are practical and profound, allowing clients to question stressful thoughts with deep empathy, ultimately discovering their true desires. Through her guidance, individuals can find peace of mind, which she believes is the essence of true happiness. With expertise in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions, Robin creates a nurturing environment for preteens, teens, and adults seeking support in their journey toward mental well-being.