Business Details
We are led by Israel, Carol J PHD, a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 30 years of combined experience in therapeutic practice and school-based consulting. Our foundational expertise is built on rigorous academic training, including B.A., M.A., and PhD credentials earned at the University of Chicago. We completed our internship and clinical fellowship at McLean Hospital in Belmont, Massachusetts, a prestigious teaching hospital affiliated with Harvard Medical School. For three decades prior to relocating to Maine, we served as Director of Counseling at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, a large, diverse residential high school. We have supported countless adolescents and young adults as they navigate the complex transition to healthy, independent adulthood. Our practice specializes in helping clients work through identity-related challenges, manage acute and chronic stress, and build lasting self-confidence.
We provide evidence-based therapeutic services to clients spanning adolescence through adulthood, tailored to each individuals unique goals and circumstances. We also offer specialized school consulting services to help educational leadership design effective student support policies and protocols. Our parent consulting services equip caregivers with practical strategies to manage the unique challenges of raising teens and young adults. We prioritize creating a safe, caring, and non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their challenges and working toward meaningful change. We offer a complimentary initial phone consultation to all prospective clients to ensure our services align with their needs. Our office is conveniently located by the Brunswick/Topsham bridge, just one mile from Bowdoin College, making access easy for clients across the region.
We provide evidence-based therapeutic services to clients spanning adolescence through adulthood, tailored to each individuals unique goals and circumstances. We also offer specialized school consulting services to help educational leadership design effective student support policies and protocols. Our parent consulting services equip caregivers with practical strategies to manage the unique challenges of raising teens and young adults. We prioritize creating a safe, caring, and non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their challenges and working toward meaningful change. We offer a complimentary initial phone consultation to all prospective clients to ensure our services align with their needs. Our office is conveniently located by the Brunswick/Topsham bridge, just one mile from Bowdoin College, making access easy for clients across the region.
Highlights and features
- We bring over 30 years of licensed clinical psychology experience.
- We trained at Harvard-affiliated McLean Hospital for our clinical fellowship.
- We led Phillips Academys counseling department for 30 years.
- We offer free initial phone consultations to all prospective clients.
- We provide specialized support for adolescents, adults, parents, and schools.
Services
Individual Therapy
We provide individualized therapy for clients spanning adolescence through adulthood, addressing identity exploration, stress management, and confidence-building needs. Our evidence-based approach is tailored to each clients unique goals and challenges. Clients gain practical coping skills and self-awareness to navigate life transitions and improve overall well-being.
School Consulting
We offer specialized consulting services for school leadership and personnel to design effective student support policies and protocols. Our decades of experience in secondary education counseling inform practical, actionable recommendations. Schools gain tailored strategies to support student mental health, navigate crises, and foster a positive learning environment.
Parent Consulting
We provide targeted consulting for parents and caregivers of teens and young adults navigating complex developmental challenges. Our guidance is rooted in 30 years of experience supporting families through adolescent mental health and transition issues. Parents gain practical strategies to improve communication, set healthy boundaries, and support their childs independence.
