Angela Barbato, MSW, LCSW, Therapist in Scarborough, Maine

Angela Barbato, LCSW, helps individuals across Maine navigate life’s challenges with compassion, authenticity, and evidence-based care. She provides a safe and supportive space for teens, adults, and seniors to explore their emotions, identify patterns that may be holding them back, and develop practical strategies for healing and growth. Angela’s approach centers on helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions with empathy and clinical expertise, guiding them toward meaningful change and renewed well-being. Angela is deeply passionate about helping individuals heal from trauma and substance use challenges and navigate the grieving process around loss. She understands the courage it takes to address painful experiences and believes recovery begins with trust and self-compassion. Whether working through the lingering effects of past trauma, coping with addiction and recovery, or rebuilding confidence after major life changes, Angela helps clients find their inner strength and reconnect with what matters most to them. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Angela tailors each session to meet her clients’ unique needs. Her integrative and mindfulness-based approach promotes balance, self-awareness, and resilience. Angela has experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, first responders, and veterans, bringing a deep respect for the diverse life experiences and strengths each person brings to therapy. Outside of her work at LifeStance Health, Angela enjoys spending time outdoors walking in the woods, kayaking, and observing wildlife. She also loves gardening, cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family—activities that reflect her belief in living a grounded, fulfilling life.