Cheryl Hartford, a licensed therapist in Maine, embodies a deep belief that individuals possess intrinsic wholeness and value but often lose touch with these truths. With two decades of experience in the Behavioral Health Field, she guides teens, adults, and elders towards rediscovering their core beliefs and redefining themselves in a positive light. Cheryl specializes in addressing alcohol use and substance use, sustaining a compassionate focus on personal connection. She empowers her clients to recognize their priorities, ultimately encouraging them to achieve greater alignment with their ideals. With expertise in humanistic, family systems, and cognitive behavioral therapies, she elevates communication skills, guiding clients to speak their truth and own their perspectives in a safe and nurturing environment. Cheryl's diverse background, encompassing roles as a Residential Substance Use Counselor and a Crisis Stabilization expert, enriches her commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those she serves. Her mission is to facilitate reconnection with one's higher self, emphasizing that addiction does not define a person. By building bridges of connection to oneself, family, and community, Cheryl nurtures transformation, helping individuals thrive beyond their diagnoses and live fuller lives.