headings in this category:
- Mental Health Services
- Inpatient Programs & Clinics
- Outpatient Programs & Counseling
- Family Services & Programming
- Parenting & Pregnancy Resources
- LGBTQ Resources
- Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Support
- Substance Abuse Services
- Corrections & Legal Services
Mental health services
national suicide prevention hotline1-800-273-TALK (8255)
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org No matter what problems you are dealing with, we want to help you find a reason to keep living. By calling, you’ll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area, anytime 24/7. "If you feel you are in a crisis, whether or not you are thinking about killing yourself, please call the Lifeline. People have called us for help with substance abuse, economic worries, relationship and family problems, sexual orientation, illness, getting over abuse, depression, mental and physical illness, and even loneliness." |
cumberland country crisis response774-HELP (4357) or 1-888-568-1112
24-hour hotline provides phone and face-to-face services including support, risk, assessment, consultation, and stabilization |
the warm line1-866-771-9276
"Someone to talk to about anything." For 18+ only. |
211 Maine211
www.211maine.com In Maine, 2-1-1 is the number anyone can call to find health and human service information, 24/7. |
amistad peer recovery center207-773-1956 ext. 111
http://www.amistadinc.com/peer-recovery-center "A safe and welcoming community for adults who struggle with mental illness and other life challenges. The Peer Center offers a range of groups and activities. Highlights include a full service restaurant for lunch (the blue plate special for $1.75 is the best deal in Portland), computer access, lockers, a shower, laundry, phone availability and an anonymous mailing address. A 13-passenger van is a regular visitor to free and low cost opportunities in the greater Portland area." |
my maine therapisthttp://www.mymainetherapist.com
Find a counselor or social worker. Browse by treatments, modalities, ages served, location, and accepted insurance. |
inpatient programs & clinics
spring harbor hospitalGlickman Family Center for Child & Adolescent Psychology
(Information & Referral) 1-866-857-6644 ext. 1 Inpatient Program 207-761-2200 http://www.springharbor.org/sphar_body.cfm?id=2557 "Spring Harbor Hospital offers the most complete continuum of child and adolescent mental health services, clinical research, and physician-training programs north of Boston." |
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Opportunity alliance - edgewood1-888-568-1112
http://www.opportunityalliance.org/programs/children-and-youth-mental-health-services/edgewood/ "A six-bed residential treatment program located in Scarborough for youth ages 16 to 21 who are attempting to become more independent within the community as adults. Designed to offer intensive, focused treatment and rehabilitative services to promote a successful return of the youth/young adult to family or community and self-sufficiency." |
Port resources - children's residential207-828-0048
http://www.portresources.org/childrens_residential.htm "Port Resources operates one residential program for children ages 10-21 years of age in Southern Maine. This 6 bedroom, 3 bath Cape home on an acre of land provides the setting for our intensive temporary residential treatment. The census is between 3 and 5 youth at any given time. We serve youth who have developmental and behavioral health challenges." |
outpatient programs & counseling
opportunity alliance: children's case management207-523-5049
http://www.opportunityalliance.org/programs/children-and-youth-mental-health-services/children-s-case-management/ "Case managers help to coordinate and advocate for needed mental health, educational, legal, financial and supportive services. We serve children and youth ages birth to 21 years. We also serve children with mental retardation, autism, pervasive developmental disorders and children who are at risk for developing a disorder." |
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the pier program207-662-3681
http://www.mmc.org/pier_body.cfm?id=2094 "The PIER MAY (Mental Health Attitudes of Youth) Study is an innovative research program that provides assessment and referral for young people between 12 and 35 who are showing the early signs of serious mental illness. PIER is conducting a research study to look at the experiences of young people who are at high risk for or showing early warning signs of psychosis, such as hearing voices that no one else hears, seeing things that aren’t there, showing disorganized thinking, and becoming suspicious of others. These symptoms can be easily ignored if they are mild and don’t significantly interfere with functioning. On the other hand, young people can be aware that they are experiencing brain changes and may feel they are “going crazy” but are afraid to tell someone. Anyone within the State of Maine can be referred. Individuals may qualify for a thorough assessment of their symptoms, with follow-up at six months as well as an optional referral for services. Study participants are eligible for small stipends for their time." |
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Back on track207-615-4908
http://www.learningworks.me/Community-Programs/back-on-track We offer a wide-range of therapeutic interventions in Cumberland and York Counties including:
MaineCare or a referral from the Department of Corrections is necessary to access this program. |
The Center for grieving children555 Forest Ave., Portland, Maine
207-775-5216 http://www.cgcmaine.org/ Includes peer support groups, home visits, and outreach for children who are experiencing a loss or who have a loved one with a life-threatening illness. |
Art of awareness813 Broadway, South Portland, Maine
207-799-1331 http://www.artofawareness.org "Run by a collaboration of licensed therapists in South Portland, the center provides individual, family and group therapy for a wide variety of concerns, including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma Related Disorders, Eating Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Substance Abuse, Relationship Issues, Life Transitions, LGBT concerns, Grief and Loss. We work with adults, adolescents, children, families and couples. Our Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program (IOP) is offered from 4:30pm to 7:30pm three nights a week. The IOP provides more intensive treatment focused on improving an individual’s stability and functioning for a variety of mental health concerns and specializes in services for Trauma Related Disorders and Disordered Eating." |
family services
mediation services207-523-5049
http://www.opportunityalliance.org/programs/family-and-community-support/mediation-services/ "Mediation services are offered by The Opportunity Alliance where trained volunteer mediators help people defuse potentially destructive conflicts. Mediation services are offered on a sliding scale fee system and are open to anyone who needs the service regardless of ability to pay. The program helps families resolve a range of conflicts. Some are multi-generational; others involve disputes arising from co-parenting, blended families, and divorce. Various groups and organizations other than families have also sought help in resolving difficult conflicts with issues such as: landlord or housing community staff - tenant conflicts; people trying to maintain their housing and avoid homelessness; mental health, substance use and domestic violence challenges; neighbor to neighbor concerns; cultural diversity; and legal concerns." |
parent effectiveness in resolving conflict (PERC)207-523-5071
http://www.opportunityalliance.org/news/82/127/PERC-Parent-Effectiveness-in-Resolving-Conflict-with-Your-Teen/ 7-week course offered by The Opportunity Alliance in South Portland that focuses on strengthening the Parent-Teen relationship. Contact for availability. |
functional family therapy (FFT)1-888-889-3903
http://www.spurwink.org/parents-caregivers/help-for-children-and-youth/family-and-individual-services/functional-family-therapy-fft/ FFT is an evidence-based model sponsored by Spurwink that targets the behavior of impulsive, externalizing youth who lack problem solving skills and have poor frustration tolerance. Families must be eligible for MaineCare, or be referred by the Department of Corrections, in order to participate. Eligible youth include those between the ages of 10 and 19, who are displaying at-risk behaviors, such as:
It is a brief treatment model, usually lasting 12-14 sessions. |
Home & community based treatment (HCT)1-888-889-3903
http://www.spurwink.org/parents-caregivers/help-for-children-and-youth/family-and-individual-services/home-and-community-based-treatment/ "The service helps families build on their strengths and develop new skills to address challenges. The family works with an HCT Clinician and a HCT Behavioral Health Professional (BHP), and the clinician meets with the family to identify strengths and needs. Together the family and the clinician develop an individual service plan and crisis plan for the family. The clinician and the Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) work on goals in the home and community. The HCT Team and family will monitor the effectiveness of the services and adjust the treatment to best meet the needs of the client and family. Program services youth ages 0 - 18 years who have a mental health diagnosis, which could include: Emotional Disturbances, Behavioral Disorders, Mental Illness or Developmental Delay." |
maine kids-kin869 Main Street, Westbrook, Maine
207-591-6278 http://www.familiesandchildren.org/maine-kids-kin.html Services for grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, siblings, & others who are raising relatives’ children. |
kids first222 Saint John Street, Suite 101, Portland, Maine
207-761-2709 www.kidsfirstcenter.org Supporting families of separation and divorce. Includes classes & support groups for children. |
parenting & pregnancy resources
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stepping stones100 Brickhill Avenue, South Portland, Maine
207-775-4101 http://www.steppingstonesusa.org/adoption/ Non-profit organization offering adoption services, education & counseling. |
young parent program22 Park Avenue, Portland, Maine
207-523-5049 http://www.opportunityalliance.org/programs/children-and-youth-mental-health-services/young-parent-program-ypp/ "The Young Parent Program is a parenting education program for young parents who are pregnant, parenting, and or working on reunification. We partner with young parents to support healthy attachments, child development, and connection to community. The Community Outreach portion of this program provides community outreach for parents 22 and under which includes: family centered case management; prenatal education; infant and toddler development; and parenting classes. The transitional housing portion of this program is open to people ages 22 and under who are currently homeless. It includes transitional living with 6 apartments; home visits; parenting classes; access to support groups; educational, vocational, and housing resources; counseling and case management; as well as referrals." |
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LGBTQ Resources
the trevor project1-866-488-7386
http://www.thetrevorproject.org A national, 24-hour confidential suicide hotline for gay and questioning youth. |
outright portland1-888-567-7600 or 207-828-6560
1 Pleasant Street (4th floor - over Hi Bombay), Portland, Maine http://thriveinitiative.org/portland-outright/ "Portland Outright is a youth-driven program that offers support and services to LGBTQQ+ and Allied young people in the greater Portland, Maine area. It was created and exists to address the critical and urgent need for space, advocacy, and representation for LGBTQ young people in Maine. Join us for our DROP-IN program – EVERY Wednesday 6-8pm! DROP-IN is a space for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans*, Queer, Questioning, and Allied young people – ages 14-22 – to find support, make friends, and get engaged with the LGBTQ community." |
equality mainehttp://equalitymaine.org
An organization which has worked to secure full equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people since 1984. EqualityME also hosts the New Leaders Project, which is a free leadership and community-building program for LGBTQ youth age 14-21. |
glsen southern maine207-619-1417
http://www.glsen.org/chapters/southernme "GLSEN Southern Maine is a chapter of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network (GLSEN). Nationally, GLSEN works to ensure safe schools for ALL students, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity. There are thirty chapters around the country, which work closely with the national staff of GLSEN to implement programs and to keep national staff informed of local events. The work that chapters do covers a variety of subjects and issues, from public policy to teacher training to supporting students and educators around the country." |
parents and friends of lesbians & gays (Pflag)207-831-3015
http://www.pflagportlandmaine.org Parents, families and friends united with LGBTQ people to move equality forward. PFLAG monthly support meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7pm-9pm at the EqualityME office (550 Forest Ave, Suite 201, Portland, Maine) |
sexual assault & domestic violence resources
statewide sexual assault & crisis support line1-800-871-7741
http://www.mecasa.org "The Maine coalition against sexual assault is organized to put an end to sexual violence in Maine and to ensure that there will be support and services for victims and survivors." MECASA also includes specialized support for victims of child sexual abuse, older adults, individuals who have been exposed to human trafficking, immigrants & refugees, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ community members, and those who have been stalked. |
young adult abuse prevention program hotline1-800-537-6066 (confidential hotline, available 24/7)
207-767-4952 ext. 116 (Local number available for questions and programming) http://www.yaapp.org/about/ "The Young Adult Abuse Prevention Program (YAAPP) is the prevention team at Family Crisis Services. YAAPP delivers education, services, and advocacy that enable youth to make choices within their dating relationships that are safe, healthy, and informed." Includes the programs: Coaching Boys Into Men, Coaching Female Athletes, Dating Violence Education, and Media Literacy. |
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family crisis services hotline1-800-537-6066 (confidential hotline, available 24/7)
207-874-1983 http://familycrisis.org "Family Crisis Services (FCS) was founded in 1977 and is the domestic violence resource center that serves victims and survivors in Cumberland County, Maine. We provide safe and accessible services to all people affected by domestic violence regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender, age, primary language spoken, or immigration status. We provide a free 24/7 confidential hotline to assist people who are currently in abusive relationships, are seeking to leave an unsafe relationship, or are still struggling with a former partner. Our hotline is for anyone in our community who is impacted by domestic violence – friends, family, coworkers, supervisors, police, counselors, clergy, and health care providers.
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resources for resolving violence, inc.207-865-3111
28 Marshview Drive, Freeport, Maine http://resourcesforresolvingviolence.com "Resources For Resolving Violence, Inc. is licensed as a Mental Health Agency by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services. We facilitate evaluations and provide community and home-based clinical services for individuals and families addressing pain from violence and sexual harm. We assist with:
Clinical Services are provided for victims, perpetrators, and witnesses to violence and sexual assault. All services adhere to standards set forth by credentialing bodies and best practice research in conjunction with child welfare and criminal justice. Community safety, victim justice, and sensitivity are paramount. All service provision adheres to an ecological framework that embraces each client’s family, pertinent neighbors, community, work, school, or church members |
substance abuse resources
day one outpatient services207-874-1045
525 Main Street, South Portland, Maine http://www.day-one.org/outpatient.html Evaluation/Assessment - Psycho-social/substance use evaluations: a thorough evaluation of developmental, mental health and substance use issues resulting in treatment recommendations. DEEP evaluations and counseling. Individual Therapy and/or Family Therapy - Addressing substance use and mental health issues. For adolescents and adults. Group Therapy - Therapy for adolescents provided in a group setting. A variety of groups run throughout the year. Please call for details. For adolescents and young adults up to age 24. Play Therapy - For children who are affected by a family member's substance abuse and related behaviors. This form of therapy utilizes play, storytelling, creative writing, art, and role-play as a means of counseling and prevention. For children aged 3 - 11. Intensive Outpatient - For those whose use of substances has become a significant problem. IOP runs for 6-8 weeks, and meets 3 times a week for 3 hours each visit. Clients and their families address serious addiction issues through group discussion and psycho-education. An Aftercare group is available for graduates. For adolescents and young adults aged 14 - 21. Day One Preble Street Teen Center Services - Day One has a number of staff at the Center on Cumberland Avenue in Portland who work with Preble Street Teen Center staff serving homeless youth. Day one provides mental health counseling, substance abuse counseling and intensive case management as part of the collaboration serving high risk youth. School Based Services - Day One has substance abuse counselors in a number of schools throughout southern Maine. To find out if we are in your school call the Outpatient office at 207.874.1045. Now, in addition to services offered at our Outpatient Clinic in South Portland, Day One is providing Substance Abuse Evaluations and Substance Abuse Treatment Services in Portland. Services in Portland are provided at 57 Exchange Street, Suite 402.
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day one residential services207-767-0991 ext. 3: Hollis & Buxton programs
207-238-0277 ext. 1501: Hinckley program http://www.day-one.org/residential.html "Day One provides residential treatment at 3 locations to youth from all over Maine: Buxton, Hinckley and Hollis. One location serves girls only, one serves boys, and one is co-ed. This 6 month program is open to youth ages 13-18. The program is a highly individualized and structured approach in which residents are guided to establish clearly defined personal goals. The goals become increasingly challenging as the client progresses through the program. The environment fosters and encourages resident participation in 12-step programs. Clients attain the ability to make the positive choices and decisions essential to leading a healthy, chemical-free and recovering lifestyle. Admittance through Referrals - Referrals for admittance come from a variety of sources including, but not limited to: self-referrals, parents, probation officers, Long Creek and Mountain View Youth Development Centers, attorneys, The Department of Human Services, schools, and other collaborative sources (substance abuse programs, group homes, homeless shelters, mental health case workers, and private therapists). Individual and Group Counseling - Each resident is assigned a primary counselor who coordinates the resident’s program and meets on a regular basis. Family therapy, when appropriate, is intended to improve communication and to work toward possible integration with the family. The Educational Program - All residents are required to participate in Day One’s fully accredited on-site school program. For those clients who have their high school diploma, they may continue studies toward college credit. There are regular staff-student evaluation team meetings to review strengths, progress and goals. Recreation and other Therapeutic Activities - Residents participate in a variety of activities such as hiking, camping, plays, skiing, Martial Arts, cookouts and day trips. These activities teach them new activities and sports, and encourage them to choose healthy activities. Aftercare - Once clients complete residential treatment, they are encouraged to participate in ongoing counseling with their counselor for as long as needed. If they don't live close by, they are referred to community-based counseling and resources." |
al-anon/alateen207-284-1844
https://sites.google.com/a/maineafg.org/ais/Home "Al-Anon is a fellowship of those who are affected by another's drinking who come together to share their experience, strength and hope in order to solve their common problems. We have but one purpose: to help families and friends of alcoholics. If you feel you have been affected by someone's drinking, you are welcome at Al-Anon meetings. If you are a teenager affected by someone's drinking, you are welcome at Alateen meetings as well as Al-Anon meetings. It is suggested that you try at least six meetings before you decide whether or not Al-Anon or Alateen can help you." Site includes a comprehensive listing of area Al-Anon and Alateen meetings. |
maine office of substance abusehttp://www.maine.gov/dhhs/samhs/osa/
"Whether you are someone seeking services for yourself or a loved one, an employer looking for workplace solutions, a school system looking at your community’s latest student data, or a student doing research for a paper, we hope you will find this web site useful and informative." |
corrections & legal services
long creek youth development center207-822-2662
675 Westbrook Street, South Portland, Maine https://www1.maine.gov/corrections/juvenile/Facilities/LCYDC/index.htm The Long Creek Youth Development Center is committed to creating and providing opportunity for success through personal growth in a safe and secure environment. Long Creek Youth Development Center houses both male and female clients. Long Creek Youth Development Center functions as a total educational rehabilitative resource within the state-wide correctional setting. In this area, the Center provides care, custody and security for its residents, holds for court evaluations/diagnostic services, education, physical education and recreation through the A.R. Gould School, volunteer services, social services, worship services, as well as medical services to its juvenile offender population. |
region 1 juvenile community corrections officers207-822-2850
629 Westbrook Street, South Portland, Maine https://www1.maine.gov/corrections/juvenile/Community/Region1J.htm Listing of Juvenile Community Corrections Officers (JCCOs). |
youth courthttp://thriveinitiative.org/youth-court/
"The Maine Youth Court is a system that allows young people who have violated the law or school rules to be held accountable by their peers through restorative justice practices. In the Maine Youth Court, youth community volunteers are highly trained and supported to act as advocates and judges in the process, diverting low-risk offenders from traditional punitive disciplinary systems. Youth Court is available for any youth from Portland to Bath who has committed a first time, non-violent offense. Three youth advocates and three peer judges are assigned. One youth represents and supports the victim and one youth advocate represents and supports the victim and one youth advocate represents the community. A successful completion of Youth Court keeps youth out of court, out of the juvenile justice system, and increases their positive contribution to their community." |
pine tree legal207-774-8211
88 Federal Street, Portland, Maine http://www.ptla.org/welcome "PTLA is a statewide, non-profit organization committed to providing high quality, free, civil legal assistance to low-income people in Maine. Our mission is to ensure that state and federal laws affecting poor people are enforced while also addressing the systemic barriers to justice that low-income Mainers face. We are committed to ensuring that all Mainers have access to justice." The Portland office is open for intake on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Except in cases involving the need for emergency assistance, in-office interviews are by appointment only. You can set up an appointment by coming into the office or calling the office on a Monday, Wednesday, or Thursday. |
cumberland legal aid clinic207-780-4370
http://mainelaw.maine.edu/public-service/cumberland-legal-aid-clinic/ The Cumberland Legal Aid Clinic, a program of the University of Maine School of Law, is a small legal services provider, in which clients are represented by “Student Attorneys,” law students specially licensed by the state and federal courts to provide legal services to low-income clients. The Student Attorneys practice under the supervision of fully-licensed attorney faculty members. The Clinic represents low-income individuals with legal cases in Southern Maine courts (Cumberland, York, Sagadahoc, and Androscoggin counties) for most kinds of civil, criminal, juvenile, and family law matters. The Clinic represents clients at both the trial and appellate levels. The Clinic asks clients to pay a $10 administrative fee. In some cases, clients may be asked to pay court and other significant costs. The Clinic does not otherwise charge for its services. |
kids legal aid of maine1-866-624-7787
http://www.kidslegal.org Kids Legal is a project within Pine Tree Legal. The types of cases we take address:
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help me lawhttp://www.helpmelaw.org
Find people in Maine who may be able to help you with specific legal problems, along with information about laws that may affect you. |
immigrant legal advocacy project207-780-1593
309 Cumberland Avenue, Suite 201, Portland, Maine http://www.ilapmaine.org "ILAP is Maine’s only statewide nonprofit legal aid agency dedicated to providing the information, advocacy, and individualized legal help with immigration law and related issues that low-income Maine residents need. With ILAP’s expert assistance, our clients improve their immigration status, gain safety from persecution or domestic violence, and unify or stay together with their families." |