Therapist in Portland, Maine Mr. Jean-Claude Daly, Therapist

Helping individuals build resilience, manage overwhelming emotions, and create meaningful change, Jean-Claude Daly provides compassionate, evidence-based individual therapy at LifeStance Health for clients across Maine. He creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where teens, adults, and seniors feel heard and empowered to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and clarity. Jean-Claude specializes in anxiety, depression, and alcohol and drug use issues, with a strong focus on helping clients manage debilitating anxiety and depression in practical, sustainable ways. He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques to help individuals identify unhelpful patterns, regulate emotions, and develop healthier coping strategies. In addition to these areas, he supports a wide range of mental health concerns and offers additional areas of focus tailored to each client’s needs. He is passionate about working with individuals experiencing trauma and substance use challenges, recognizing the deep connection between past experiences and present-day struggles. Jean-Claude also has experience supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, military members and veterans, and those navigating complex life circumstances, fostering an environment grounded in trust, respect, and authenticity. Jean-Claude works with teens and adults across all stages of adulthood, including midlife and later-life transitions. His collaborative approach emphasizes open communication and shared goal-setting, allowing therapy to evolve as clients gain insight and move toward lasting change. Outside of his clinical work, Jean-Claude enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and their dogs, as well as snowboarding, skiing, and biking. He can often be found exploring trails year-round, reflecting his active and balanced approach to life. Jean-Claude Daly is dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality mental health care throughout Maine.