Jim LaPierre
Office
- Contact:
- 207-561-9496
Treatment Offered
- Therapy Orientation:
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychodynamic, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Family/Marital Therapy, Coaching, Humanistic, Family Systems Therapy, Eclectic, Gestalt, Interpersonal
- Age Focus:
- Seniors, Teenagers, Adults
- Specialities:
- Anger Management, Gay Lesbian Issues, Spirituality, Divorce, Compulsive Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Life Coaching, Addiction or Substance Abuse, OCD, Mood Disorders, Parenting, Domestic Abuse or Domestic Violence, Anxiety or Fears, ADHD, Impulse Control Disorders, Relationship Issues, Women, Loss or Grief, Eating Disorders, Depression, Finding Your Purpose in Life
- Treatment Modality:
- Couples, Individuals, Families, Groups
- Ethnicity:
- Any Ethnicity
- Sexual Orientation:
- Any Orientation
- Last updated:
- Sep 13, 2018
- Website:
- Higher Ground Services
- Find me on:
- Google+
- LinkedIn.com
- Life Is Worth Living Because...
- “I have friends, family and kin. I get to grow spiritually and experience connection. ”
- About My Work
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“Hi! I'm Jim - I'm a mental health therapist, addictions counselor, and Recovery Ally. I'm passionate about Recovery whether from addictions, trauma, family of origin, or past abuse.
I do a small amount of online counseling (if you're very flexible in scheduling). Most of my time is spent growing my clinic in Brewer, Maine. We pride ourselves in being a resource Please feel free to email questions or concerns to: [email protected]”
- My Story
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“My story is I'm forever a work in progress and I love connecting with REAL people who are doing great things. I'm blessed to be making a living doing something I love. I'm a proud dad and the luckiest husband ever. I'm an aspiring author - check out my recovery blog at:
http://recoveryrocks.bangordailynews.com/
Thanks! Jim”
Qualification
| Years in Practice: | 15+ Years |
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| Graduated from: | University of Maine |
| Year Graduated: | 2002 |
| Licensed?: | Yes |
| License issued in: | Maine |
| License Nr.: | LC9830 |
| License Expiry: | Mar 2019 |
| Other Credentials: | License, Certified Clinical Supervisor, 2008 |
Remote Therapy
| Phone Counseling: | Yes |
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| Online Counseling: | Yes |
| Technologies: | Skype |
Please use the contact form on this page to find out more about the provider's remote therapy options
Cost & Payment Modalities
| Avg Cost (session): | $120 - $149 |
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| Insurances accepted: | BlueCross and/or BlueShield, Anthem, TRICARE, Aetna, Medicaid, Cigna, Medicare, UBH |
| Online Payments accepted: | Yes |
Please verify costs and payment modalities before you arrange your first visit
Jim LaPierre's Most Recent Activity on Choose Help
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Facebook Share on Twitter 03:51 - Dec 26, 2022 Overcoming Panic: A Practical Case Study
Pragmatic and in-depth approaches are what it takes to overcome panic attacks.
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One of the finest compliments I receive from recovering alcoholics is that despite the fact that I am not an alcoholic, I understand how their minds work. I have profound respect for all the old sayings in AA. Some are open to interpretation - the ...
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Facebook Share on Twitter 12:31 - Feb 13, 2018 Addiction Counseling - How It Helps You Build Recovery
Learn what to expect from counseling and find out how a counselor can help you move from use to sobriety and from sobriety to recovery.
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Facebook Share on Twitter 12:31 - Feb 13, 2018 Alcoholics Anonymous for Atheists
Myths and misconceptions regarding Alcoholics Anonymous that continue to prevent people from accessing self-help. For the atheist or agnostic, concerns about having a "Higher Power" are a significant obstacles that can be overcome.
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Facebook Share on Twitter 10:02 - Aug 15, 2016 You’re Not Crazy, You’re in Recovery
Early recovery from addiction involves countless changes in perception, behavior, and self regulation. Diagnosing people who are less than six months sober is extremely problematic and should be avoided whenever possible. Diagnoses are labels that ...
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Facebook Share on Twitter 05:30 - Jul 27, 2016 Dealing with Emotions in Early Recovery: There Are No "Quick Fixes"
During early recovery we often find ourselves raw. But you can't heal what you can't feel. There are no quick fixes. Learn how to let it go.
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Facebook Share on Twitter 11:26 - Apr 05, 2016 How to Find Your Ideal AA Sponsor
Developing a support system in early recovery can be overwhelming. Choosing a sponsor is an important choice that gives stability. Here's what to look out for.
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Facebook Share on Twitter 11:26 - Apr 05, 2016 Adding Spiritual Practices to Our Recovery
Does spirituality have a place in recovery? Find out how spiritual practices can make a real difference and help us in our sobriety and daily living.
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Facebook Share on Twitter 11:26 - Apr 05, 2016 New Year's: Reflecting on Your Progress in Recovery
New Year's can be a time for reflection, but for those in addiction recovery, it can also be a minefield. About taking stock, as this year comes to an end.
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Facebook Share on Twitter 11:26 - Apr 05, 2016 Grief: Staying Sober while Dealing with Loss
Grief and loss can rock you, no matter how strong your recovery. Learn to grieve in healthy ways to sustain your recovery and honor your departed loved-one.