Amy K. Cummings-Aponte (she/her)

How many times have you been told, "If you just focus on happy thoughts you will be okay!" We both know that is not always true. Depression can be debilitating and absolutely frustrating for those who experience it. Let's talk about ways to help you feel better.

My wish is that no one ever experience any event that would lead to this set of symptoms, but unfortunately in today's world, many do. Those who are exposed to trauma might experience hyper vigilance, nightmares, or even flash backs. I utilize a combination of Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement and Desensitization Therapy to address the symptoms caused by PTSD.

How many times have you been told, "If you just focus on happy thoughts you will be okay!" We both know that is not always true. Depression can be debilitating and absolutely frustrating for those who experience it. Let's talk about ways to help you feel better.

My wish is that no one ever experience any event that would lead to this set of symptoms, but unfortunately in today's world, many do. Those who are exposed to trauma might experience hyper vigilance, nightmares, or even flash backs. I utilize a combination of Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to address the symptoms caused by PTSD.

I utilize both CBT and DBT to address many of the challenges many people struggle with. Both therapies are helpful in coping with anxiety, depression and PTSD.

I believe in a collaborative approach to relationships. I lean toward the Gottman approach in couples work.

I utilize both CBT and DBT to address many of the challenges many people struggle with. Both therapies are helpful in coping with anxiety, depression and PTSD.

Trauma can have significant impacts on our daily lives. Eye Movement, Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a highly effective approach to relieving one of the symptoms caused by PTSD.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy is helpful in mood regulation, self harm, suicidality and more.

EMDR is an excellent tool to address the effects of trauma.

I work with couples in Maine via virtual platform and using a Gottman approach.

Relationships are built through healthy communication and understanding. I am trained in Gottman Level II therapy and utilize this approach in teaching couples how to reconnect and create a healthier, happier relationship.