Theresa Flannery-Blachura, LCSW - Therapist in Maine

About Theresa

Theresa Flannery-Blachura is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on practical support for stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, and LGBT-related concerns. She has 16 years of experience and brings a calm, straightforward style to conversations about emotional struggles. Sessions aim to be steady and solution-oriented so parents and caregivers can use what they learn right away.

Theresa builds a respectful, affirming space and listens closely to each person's story. She helps people who feel isolated, overwhelmed by caregiver duties, or stuck in cycles of worry and panic.

Background and approach

She also supports exploration of sexuality and self-worth in ways that feel realistic for daily life. Her background includes extensive work with trauma-related issues and mood disorders. Theresa uses evidence-based methods to address panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety while keeping the work accessible and practical.

She focuses on teaching communication skills and coping tools you can use between sessions. Theresa practices in Maine and offers services to people outside the region as well. She explains clinical ideas in plain language and partners with clients to set clear, achievable goals.

The emphasis is on small, forward steps that add up to better emotional balance. Many who seek her support are looking for help with relationships, parenting pressure, or reclaiming self-love after difficult experiences. Theresa works steadily with each person to identify priorities and build skills that fit their life and responsibilities.

Evidence-based approaches for online therapy and parenting stress

Theresa uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to keep work focused and practical. One commonly used approach teaches skills for managing anxiety and panic by practicing breathing, grounding, and step-by-step exposure to feared situations. These methods help reduce avoidance and make daily life more manageable.

Another approach centers on trauma-informed care, which emphasizes safety and gradual processing of difficult memories. This method supports people who have experienced abuse or post-traumatic stress by pacing the work and building coping resources first.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Theresa collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. Together they try options, review what helps, and adjust plans to stay practical and achievable.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around parenting and caregiving duties and to stay connected from different locations. Therapists can share skills, coach through stressful moments, and check in between sessions using messaging when that fits a person's routine.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Theresa address?

Theresa works with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, LGBT-related concerns, trauma and abuse, and relationship issues. She also focuses on caregiver stress, communication problems, isolation, mood disorders, and sexuality.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is direct and compassionate, with an emphasis on practical tools. Sessions are designed to teach skills you can use between appointments.

How much experience does she have?

She has 16 years of clinical experience supporting people through anxiety, trauma, mood concerns, and parenting-related stress.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

Theresa is a licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - with license ME LCSW LC11557 and practices from Maine.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English and Theresa accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues

Also works with

Experience: 16 years
Licensed: Maine
Languages: English

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