Stephanie Messer, LCSW, MHRT-CSP, Therapist in Scarborough, Maine

Stephanie Messer, LCSW, helps adults in Maine navigate life’s challenges with compassion and clinical expertise, offering a safe, supportive space to process and grow. She works with individuals facing a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, trauma, and significant life transitions. Stephanie provides care to adults across the lifespan—from early adulthood through later life—and specializes in helping individuals adjust to changes in identity, relationships, and roles that often come with aging or shifting life stages. Stephanie is especially passionate about supporting individuals through midlife and later-life transitions. Whether someone is managing new caregiving responsibilities, redefining purpose after retirement, or adjusting to empty nesting, she brings a thoughtful, empathetic approach rooted in evidence-based methods. Her experience in treating post-partum depression and anxiety also allows her to guide patients through the emotional complexities of parenthood and identity shifts. With over a decade of experience, Stephanie brings a trauma-informed lens to her work and is skilled in supporting individuals impacted by PTSD and trauma. She works frequently with first responders and others exposed to high-stress environments, helping them build resilience and cope with the emotional toll of their roles. Her therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based strategies, empowering clients to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while cultivating tools to manage stress and improve overall well-being. Stephanie sees therapy as a collaborative process and values the importance of meeting each client where they are. She is deeply committed to providing personalized care that honors each individual’s unique story, cultural background, and goals. In addition to her clinical practice, she has a strong background in case management, helping clients navigate support systems and access community resources. Outside of her work at LifeStance Health, Stephanie enjoys crafting and embracing creativity as a source of peace and fulfillment. She finds joy in spending quality time with her family and dogs.