Maine Behavioral Healthcare is committed to creating a seamless system of behavioral healthcare across Maine, coordinating hospital psychiatric care with community-based treatment services, and better access to medical care through integration with primary care services. Effectively coordinating client and patient care across multiple locations and treatment settings will not only provide optimal health outcomes, but serve as a national model for treating people with serious mental health issues. We are a proud member of MaineHealth, Maine's largest health system, working together to make our communities the healthiest in America.
Maine Behavioral Healthcare's 30-plus clinical programs and nearly 30 service locations, from York to Norway to Belfast, is one of the broadest behavioral healthcare programs in the state. Our primary goal is connecting clients and patients to appropriate care when they need it.
Services Offered
Counseling and Therapy Services
At Maine Behavioral Healthcare, we offer hope, healing and recovery. We have outpatient counseling services that offer effective, high-quality, and evidence-based therapies for: Individuals Families Groups
Who we see: We work with people from all incomes and backgrounds.
Children Young adults Adults Elders
Who we help: There are times when everyone needs a helping hand to overcome sorrow, grief, stress or unhappiness due to every day strains. Those who struggle with serious and ongoing mental health or substance use issues may need regular support and counseling. Events such as violence, disaster, divorce or the death of a loved one can cause emotional and mental struggles. We offer help for: Depression and anxiety Acute and chronic mental illness Relationship problems for couples or families Family crises; including separation, divorce or death Sexual or physical abuse Addiction or substance use disorders Post-traumatic stress disorder and recovery from tragic events Loss and declining health for aging Elders with mental illness Many other emotional and mental health difficulties
Services for deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals: In addition, Maine Behavioral Healthcare provides statewide outpatient mental health services to deaf and hard-of-hearing children and adults (see Deaf Counseling Services).
Evidence Based Treatment Methods: Our staff are trained in the most effective treatment methods for your specific needs. These include: Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) Child & Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Modular Approach to Therapy for Children (MATCH) Multisystemic Therapy (MST) Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) Motivational interviewing Seeking safety
Addiction and Substance Use
Is substance use affecting you or your family? Let us assist you in the recovery process.
Maine Behavioral Healthcare provides an array of substance use treatment services for adults, adolescents, and families. Our licensed professionals will help clients understand their relationship with alcohol and drugs, and develop healthy, fulfilling lives.
We strive to form a positive working relationship that recognizes individual strengths and builds self-awareness. Our programs are based on evidence-based treatments that are client-centered, assisting people wherever they are in their recovery.
To learn more and set up an appointment, call our access center at: 844-292-0111
Fees and Payment
Cost Estimates & Pricing Information
We are committed to providing patients and families with the pricing information needed to make informed healthcare decisions. To speak with a MaineHealth Patient Financial Services Representative or request an estimate for services, please call (207) 887-5100 or toll free at (866) 804-2499, Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM and Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. You can also visit the Maine Health Data Organization's Maine HealthCost website to learn more about the topic of price transparency and health costs for Maine residents.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.
