Michelle Darby-O'Bar, LCSW, ME | Psychotherapist

About Michelle Darby-O'Bar

Focus areas

Anxiety

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Self Esteem Issues

Autism

Mood Disorders

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Interpersonal

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Integrative

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michelle Darby-O'Bar

Hi there, I'm Michelle! I support adults experiencing a variety of life challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, gender dysphoria, and other day to day life struggles. Proudly serving the LGBTQIA+ community (including letters for gender affirming surgery). My approach I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Acceptance and Commitment therapy, in addition to drawing from other therapeutic techniques. I value a collaborative approach with you in identifying your needs and best steps to take for you. My focus I enjoy providing services to the LGBTQIA+ community. I frequently work with individuals experiencing gender or sexual orientation issues, depression, anxiety, trauma, and other life stressors. My communication style I prefer a relaxed environment in which I collaborate with the people I work with to identify their unique treatment needs and approaches. I value open communication in a safe, supportive environment. My journey to mental healthcare Since the age of 18, I have never had a job that wasn't in the mental health field. The range of this has included work with adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities and case management with youth with mental health challenges and autism spectrum challenges prior to attending graduate school. Following graduate school, I have worked as a clinical supervisor, a clinician in a group home for adolescents with behavioral health challenges, and now work with adults experiencing a wide range of mental health and substance use challenges. My favorite part of my work is accompanying my clients on their journey to wholeness and healing. I am inspired by the ability we have to overcome hardships and develop a meaningful life and am honored when I can join someone on this journey. My goals for you Goal setting is always done collaboratively so the client can identify what they want to see different in their lives, what they value, and we come up with actions they can take to move in that direction.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Maine

Education and training

University at Buffalo (North Campus), Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1982791943

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What practice does Michelle Darby-O'Bar work with?

Michelle Darby-O'Bar works with Rula Health - Maine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Michelle Darby-O'Bar?

Michelle Darby-O'Bar frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Michelle Darby-O'Bar on their profile.