Therapist profile
Linda Cousens, LCPC
Maine
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLCPC
- LicenseLCPC, Maine / CC4939
- NPI1528462926
- Experience22 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMaine
About
- ACT
- CBT
- DBT
About Linda
Linda Cousens is a Maine Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 22 years of experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, grief, relationship strain, and other life changes. She also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, addiction, self-esteem struggles, and career or intimacy-related concerns.
Her approach is straightforward and conversational. Sessions focus on practical steps and skills that can be used between meetings. Linda draws on several methods to match what a person needs, and she explains options so clients can choose what feels most useful.
Linda has a Master’s degree in Counseling plus a Certificate of Advanced Study. In private practice for many years, she blends active skills work with times for reflection and meaning-making. That means some sessions will teach concrete tools, and others will look at values, goals, and patterns that keep problems repeating.
Expect a steady, problem-solving orientation that names what’s happening and then tries small, manageable changes. Work might include breathing and mindfulness practices, cognitive strategies to shift thinking, or exercises to notice and alter unhelpful reactions. Progress is measured in recognizable, everyday changes rather than abstract claims.
People who contact her complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Those interested should review the online therapy options and choose the path that fits their schedule and needs.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action toward them. It is helpful for people stuck in unhelpful patterns or who want to tolerate difficult feelings while moving toward meaningful goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and stress to produce clearer thinking and steady habit changes.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) brings skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is useful when strong emotions interfere with daily life or relationships.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and day-to-day life. That choice can shift as progress is made, and adjustments happen together during sessions.
Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, caregiving, or travel. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce time spent commuting. Ask about specific scheduling and format choices when you complete the matching questionnaire and set your first appointment.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Maine
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, career worries, self-esteem, eating concerns, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a clear, practical style that blends skills practice with reflective discussion. Sessions emphasize manageable steps people can try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has 22 years of experience in counseling, including many years in private practice.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a Maine LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and she practices in Maine.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What do sessions cost and how are they billed?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.