- ACT and CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Goal focused work
About Douglas
Douglas Patrick is a Maine-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 21 years of experience. He works with adults on relationship problems, low self-esteem, depression, anger, coping with life changes, addiction concerns, and related issues. He also addresses intimacy concerns, sleep problems, ADHD, grief, and caregiving stress.
He treats people as experts on their own lives and focuses on practical steps they can try. Sessions look at what is getting in the way and what has worked before. He uses clear, goal-focused conversations rather than abstract language.
Douglas draws on several evidence-informed approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, narrative work, and solution-focused techniques. He uses these tools to help people notice patterns, try different responses, and build small, repeatable habits.
Sessions often include short experiments to test new ways of reacting, exercises to reframe unhelpful thoughts, and coaching-style questions to strengthen motivation. He helps people set concrete goals for relationships, anger management, sleep, or life transitions and tracks progress over time.
People can expect straightforward feedback and practical strategies rather than long theoretical discussions. Douglas emphasizes steady practice and real-world change. He works in English and bases his practice in Maine.
How ACT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing work online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to values-based actions. It often involves mindfulness exercises and short behavioral experiments to reduce reactivity and build consistency in daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses practical skill building like thought records, activity scheduling, and problem-solving to change patterns that feed anger or depression.Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, question-based approach to strengthen a person’s readiness to change. It is useful when someone feels stuck, has mixed feelings about change, or needs to boost motivation for steps like reducing substance use or improving sleep.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Douglas will help figure out which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences. That process is collaborative and may shift as progress is made.
Confirm the session formats available before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online options can make therapy easier to fit into work, caregiving, or travel schedules. They can allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, let someone avoid being on camera some sessions, or reduce travel time so sessions are more consistent.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He helps with relationship problems, low self-esteem, depression, anger, coping with life changes, addictions, and related issues such as grief and sleep trouble.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses clear, goal-focused conversations and practical steps. Expect brief experiments, thought reframing, and coaching-style questions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 21 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Maine LCSW, a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maine.
Which languages are supported and can he see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.