Therapy

As I witness my clients with a soft heart I am reminded that we all need this; to be held in a space of safety and connection so that we may find gentleness with our deepest suffering. So quick are we to infuse our minds with judgement, shame, blame and fear, as if they will protect us from the pain we know. A strong defense is good for survival, but what happens when our defenses are all we know and trust? When the crisis has passed we need what we hesitate to admit- the kind hand and steady shoulder of another.

My approach to therapy is guided by three models:

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS), developed by Richard Schwartz
  • EMDR, developed by Francine Shapiro
  • Polyvagal Theory, developed by Steve Porges
  • Mindfulness meditation practice (I am certified through MNDFL as a Mindfulness Instructor)

Educational & Clinical Consultation

I offer consultation and psychotherapy to social workers seeking to support themselves and their clinical work. Therapists are human. We get stuck and scared and befuddled too. It is our responsibility to come to the therapy room as expert guides, simultaneously rooted and aware of where we ourselves flounder. I offer compassionate presence to professionals who wish to see themselves and their work with courageous honesty and gentleness.

Please contact me if you would like to learn more.

Rates & Payment

Rates

$100 per 30 minute Consultation

$175 per 50 minute Psychotherapy and/or Consultation

$250 per 90 minute session Psychotherapy and/or Consultation

Payment

I accept Cash App, Venmo, check, credit & HSA cards

Please mail checks to: Amy Partridge-Barber LLC, 4 City Center, First Floor, Portland, Maine 04101

Cancellation Policy

If you do not show up for you scheduled appointment, and have not notified me 24 hours in advance you will be billed $100.

Insurance

As of January 1, 2022 I will be accepting only Medicare & Community Health Options.  For all other insurances I am an Out of Network Provider.

Psychotherapy services may be covered by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. Once you have paid for the session I will provide you with a Superbill which you may submit to your insurance for full or partial reimbursement.