Susan Shaw Therapy
Susan Shaw, MA, LCPC
Expressive Therapist


About Susan
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor located in South Portland, Maine. I received a Masters in Expressive Therapy from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. My practice caters to adults and adolescents as well as children. I am a firm believer in the principle and practices of expressive therapy and their ability to provide insight and release. In addition, I have years of experience in traditional psychotherapy. My style is supportive, providing unconditional positive regard, and interactive. I meet you where you are and encourage you to engage actively in the present moment. Therapy is tailored to meet your specific needs and goals.
I have completed additional training in Culturally Competent Care for Adolescents; Suicide Prevention; Clinical Management of Sleep Disorders; The Assessment and Treatment of Attachment Trauma, and Addiction; The Impact of Childhood Trauma on Brain Development and Treatment; Posttraumatic Stress Disorder; and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with youths who sexually offend. I have been trained in Clinical Hypnosis for Mental Health Professionals and I have done extensive post-graduate work in filial therapy and play therapy to include sand tray and StoryPlay.
My areas of specialization include:
Recovery from Trauma
Life Transitions
Depression and Anxiety
Adolescents
Filial Therapy (children and parents)
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Intermodal Expressive Therapy…movement, words, images, rhythm and sound
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Play Therapy
Group Therapy
Susan Shaw, MA, LCPC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Masters in Expressive Therapy, Lesley University
License #CC4414

