Dr. Cary Jenson, LCSW
About me
As a licensed therapist with 25 years of experience in Maine, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate life transitions, mood challenges, and interpersonal dynamics. I have deep expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, grief, and the nuanced emotional experiences of midlife, aging, and young adulthood.
My therapeutic approach is compassionate and holistic, recognizing that each person's journey is unique. I offer supportive guidance for individuals facing challenges like caregiver stress, family dynamics, relationship transitions, and personal growth. Whether you're struggling with isolation, seeking life purpose, or working through difficult emotions like guilt and shame, I'm committed to creating a safe, understanding environment for your healing process.
I bring extensive clinical experience and a genuine dedication to supporting individuals through their most profound emotional transformations. My goal is to help you develop resilience, find meaning, and move toward greater emotional well-being.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Postpartum depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
License information
ME LCSW LC7590
Reviews
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I’m enjoying working with Dr Jenson, I find him to be encouraging and perceptive.
Written on Jul 12, 2025 after therapy with Cary for 2 weeks on issues concerning parenting issues
Very kind and thoughtful, provided me with great insight on how to manage my thoughts and past experiences.
Written on Mar 21, 2025 after therapy with Cary for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd