Hi, I’m Shimon (he/him). I’m a licensed clinical social worker in Maine and Florida. I help clients to pursue their goals of how they want to be by working through challenges related to stress, anxiety, current issues, past experiences, and just the ups and downs of life. I have a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University, and have over 20 years of experience working with youth, adults, families, and communities. I mainly work with teens and adults.

Engaging in therapy is a deeply personal experience. I strive to create a safe space where you will feel supported to work through whatever challenges you are facing. My approach is collaborative, person-centered, culturally-affirming, socially conscious, & trauma-informed. We will work on processing your experiences and learning techniques to help you grow.

I will take time to understand you in all ways you are comfortable sharing with me: what you’re struggling with; your goals; and your relationships to family, friends, community, and larger world around you. Therapy is an active process—we will collaborate in our work together. I look forward to hearing from you.

Top Specialities:
Stress
Anxiety
Life Transitions

Expertise:
Addiction
Alcohol Use
Coping Skills
Depression
Family Conflict
Men’s Issues
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Substance Use

Types of Therapy:
Acceptance and Committment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Humanistic
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Multicultural
Solution-Focused
Strength-Based
Trauma-Focused

I use a mix of approaches, tailored to each individual. I explore how you view the problem(s) you are experiencing, and collaborate with you on ways to work towards living the life you want to live and being the person you want to be.