Meet our Providers

Daniel Bell, LCSW

Philosophy of Care 

Daniel “Danny” Bell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and is a Certified Clinical Supervisor who is licensed in both Virginia and Maine. Daniel calls southern Maine home and has been partnering and assisting individuals and couples with a wide variety of clinical issues including depression, anxiety disorders, relationship issues, substance use disorders, and men’s needs and challenges in our current culture. Daniel received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Plymouth State University and received his Masters of Social Work from the University of New England. Mr. Bell was asked by his colleagues to give the class’ commencement speech upon graduation.  

Daniel draws his work from a relational, cognitive behavioral, and above all a humanistic perspective to therapy. Daniel believes strongly in the strength of the human spirit and looks at his job as tending to a beautiful garden rather than looking at people as machines that need to be fixed. Daniel’s clinical training allows him to draw on several different perspectives that are specifically suited to his patients needs and strengths. Daniel strongly believes in the collaborative nature of therapy and is skilled in utilizing motivational interviewing to assist people in making their dreams reality.  

Daniel seeks to above all create an atmosphere of respect, safety, and encouragement. Mr. Bell has found that when these conditions are met, individuals begin to engage in a process of transformation.  

Education 

University of New England
Masters of Social Work

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Men’s Issues
• Compulsive Behaviors
• Relational Issues
• Self Esteem
• Spirituality

Doreen Peasley, LMFT

Philosophy of Care

Doreen Peasley is a licensed Marriage Family Therapist in both Maine and California. In her over forty years as a licensed Marriage Family Therapist, she  has successfully assisted individuals, couples and families in discovering and  achieving their goals and living more engaged and meaningful lives. Doreen supported our military by working with our service members and their families at  military bases in the United States, Europe, and Asia for over twelve years. She  completed her Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology at San Diego State University and received her Master of Arts in Psychology at Pepperdine University. 

Doreen takes a creative approach to each client and utilizes relational, strength  based, collaborative, solution focused, mindfulness based and art approaches  to best meet the needs of every unique individual and couple. She is also a certified Prepare Enrich facilitator and SoulCollage facilitator. 

Doreen connects with you in a warm and caring way in order to help you build on your strengths and collaborate with you towards meeting your goals and  living the meaningful life you desire.

Education

Pepperdine University
Master's in Psychology

Specialties

• Relationships
• Marriage
• Families
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Depression
• Mood Disorders

John Swasey, LCPC

Philosophy of Care

John Swasey is a conditional Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Maine who has about three years of experience working with children and their families. He has provided clinical assessment and therapeutic care for a variety of diagnoses and clinical difficulties including depression, anxiety, PTSD, parenting, relationship issues, and men’s issues. He completed his Master of Science in Counseling at the University of Southern Maine where he enjoyed his practicum working with veterans at the Huot House in Saco as well as internship with Portland Police with the mental health unit. 

John focuses on what is important to the client and encourages using their strengths to help them develop in areas of desired improvement. He utilizes cognitive-behavioral, acceptance commitment, motivational interviewing, client-centered, and strengths-based approaches. As the client, the goal is for you to get what you want out of therapy. 

John seeks to provide a warm, attentive, and respectful environment. He enjoys the use of humor to create a more comfortable atmosphere. As a former college athlete, John understands the benefits of physical activity as a coping skill, but through injuries has learned the necessity of holding an assortment of coping mechanisms. 

Education

University of Southern Maine
M.S. in Counseling

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Stress management
• Men’s issues
• Parenting
• Athlete mental health
• Relationships
• Families

Justin Michaud, LCPC

Philosophy of Care 

I have been a therapist for 7 plus years and have worked in many environments to include an acute psychiatric facility working with children ages 5-12 and teens ages 13-18, as well as adult ages 18-70. I was also a director of therapy services at a residential program for young adults. I have seen some of the lowest valleys that patients have been sitting in and sat with them in that valley so that loneliness was not so daunting on the journey of empowerment and recovery. I have seen patients on the highest peaks of their life, and I stood with them as they basked in their triumphs of empowerment and recovery. I have such a burning desire to be the guide that people need when they feel lost on their journey of life. I want to stand with you tall in the moments of adversity and help guide you through as we develop sustainable stability and confidence in the vision of your future! I would be honored if you allow me to help you through your life journey and achieve the mental health you desire!  

Education

Husson University

Specialties

• Couples/ Relationship/ Marriage Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Depression
• Trauma/ PTSD
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Kelli Wedgewood, LCSW

Philosophy of Care

Kelli is a licensed clinical social worker currently offering therapy services remote in Maine and Virginia. She completed her Master of Social Work degree at Marywood University, and is currently working towards a PhD at Sacred Heart University. With over twelve years of clinical practice experience, she is able to 

Kelli’s practice is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a focus on providing therapy which is clinical and functional. By combining clinical work with functional intervention, those who work with her will be provided with practical strategies to implement in between sessions. She will provide a therapeutic relationship which emphasizes acceptance, humor, and empowerment. She engages in kind and direct communication in order to increase awareness and participation in therapeutic experience. 

Education

Marywood University
Master of Social Work

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Personality Disorders 16+ 

Melissa Buchanan, LCPC, LADC

Philosophy of Care

Melissa Buchanan is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug  Counselor in the state of Maine. She has 10 years of experience working with adolescents and  their families, adults and couples. Many have sought help with co-occurring disorders such as a  substance abuse, anxiety, life transitions, women’s issues and relationship issues. She received  her Master of Arts in Community Mental Health from Southern New Hampshire University, with  a focus on the child and family.  

Melissa supports adults and their families to draw from their personal strengths. She  utilizes evidenced based treatments, such as motivational interviewing, DBT, family  systems, acceptance commitment, cognitive behavioral and a person-centered approach. Helping others to identify and attain future goals, while setting objectives to attain them. 

Melissa’s clinical approach is instinctively relational, and empathetic. She believes that  people have an inherent ability for self-understanding, and positive change when  supported through the counseling process.  

Education

Southern New Hampshire University
Master's in Community Mental Health

Specialties

• Anxiety 
• Depression 
• Stress Management 
• Women’s Issues 
• Grief 
• Relationship Issues 
• Substance Abuse

Selina McGlauflin, LCPC

Philosophy of Care

Selina McGlauflin is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor in the state of Maine. She has worked in community and hospital-based settings providing support and help to adults seeking help for depression, anxiety, life transitions and relationship issues. She completed her Master of Science in Counseling with a Clinical Mental Health Concentration from the University of Southern Maine.

Selina utilizes strength-based, dialectical behavior informed, and solution-focused approaches to therapy. She believes in maintaining the flexibility and awareness necessary to creatively meet the unique needs of every individual.

Selina seeks to establish a warm and caring relationship necessary to build a collaborative relationship in order meet goals as part of building a satisfying life worth living.

Education

University of Southern Maine
Master's in Counseling with a Clinical Mental Health Concentration

Specialties

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Stress management
• Self esteem
• Life transitions
• Anger management
• Relationship issues

Kimberly Plourde, LCSW

Philosophy of Care

We are all impacted by traumatic events or serious life stressors, which can make us stronger. Kimberly has a desire to help people find the strength and joy that can come through healing the wounds from those events. Kimberly enjoys working with individuals, couples and families. She brings a warm and friendly approach to this very important process.

Kimberly is licensed in the states of Maine & Virginia

Kimberly has been working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2006, and draws from experience in the fields of mental health and child welfare. She has been trained in trauma focused cognitive behavioral treatment as well as motivational interviewing skills. In 2021 Kimberly completed training in Brain Health Coaching Certification (BHCC) with Dr. Daniel Amen.

She received a Masters degree in social work from University of New England and a Bachelor's degree in social work from Gordon College.
Kimberly has been a member with ASWIS (Alliance of Social Worker in Sport) since 2020 : as well as being listed in the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee Mental Health Registry since 2020.

She has a history of participating in interscholastic and intercollegiate athletics as a player and coach. Kimberly played in professional athletics (WNFL) as well as senior Olympics. She has also worked with college and Olympic athletes assisting them to improve their personal lives and positively improve their athletic performance.

Education

University of New England
Master of Social Work

Specialties

• Couples Counseling
• Family Therapy
• Christian Counseling
• Grief/Loss
• Peak Performance
• Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing