- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Goal focused work
About Bobbie-Jo
Bobbie-Jo Rand is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Maine with 17 years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting strain, and changes in mood. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use to manage strong feelings and improve everyday relationships.
Bobbie-Jo takes a straightforward, person-centered approach. She listens first, and then helps people identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. She uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help reduce reactivity and improve sleep and mood. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques are used to set achievable goals and keep momentum.
Her background includes long-term clinical work supporting people with co-occurring issues such as substance use, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and trauma. She also addresses family concerns like blended family dynamics and communication problems. Her experience includes helping clients cope with grief, isolation, and compassion fatigue.
In sessions she talks through practical skills for handling anger, reducing impulsivity, and rebuilding trust in relationships. She can help identify patterns that lead to outbursts and develop clearer ways to respond under stress. Work often includes short behavioral experiments and goal-focused check-ins.
Bobbie-Jo offers therapy in English and does not take international clients. Costs vary with location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Bobbie-Jo uses client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping people name their priorities so sessions follow what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems active and uses practical exercises to change them. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing skills to reduce reactivity and improve sleep and mood.Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the early work. She will collaborate with clients to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and the specific anger or mood issues they bring. That can mean trying a short CBT exercise one week and a mindfulness skill the next, then adjusting based on what helps.
The original biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit work into busy days, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people practice skills in their regular routines, then bring observations back to session for focused problem-solving.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does she help with?
She works with people who lose their temper with loved ones, struggle with workplace frustration, build resentment, or are affected by someone else’s anger. Anger is listed among her areas of focus.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her style is client-centered and practical. She combines listening with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work.
How much experience does she have?
She has 17 years of clinical experience working with mood disorders, trauma, addictions, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - ME LCSW - and practices in Maine.
Does she work in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for her services?
Costs vary with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.