Willow Whitehouse-Briggs, LCPC

Maine LCPC with 35 years experience

35 years experience
Teens and adults
Body-aware therapy

About Willow Whitehouse-Briggs

Willow Whitehouse-Briggs is a Maine-based Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 35 years of hands-on experience supporting teens and adults through life’s complex challenges. She combines decades of traditional clinical work with a background as a school psychologist, bringing a broad understanding of developmental and educational contexts to her therapeutic approach.

In addition to standard psychotherapy training, Willow has studied and practiced Dance Movement Therapy and Authentic Movement, and she integrates an awareness of how experiences can be stored in the body into her clinical work. This body-mind-spirit perspective informs how she addresses issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, and struggles with self-esteem.

Willow views each person as the expert on their own story and emphasizes clients’ strengths as a foundation for change. She offers supportive, empowering guidance aimed at cultivating self-love and compassion while helping clients take practical steps toward a more fulfilling life. Willow welcomes the opportunity to meet clients where they are in their journey and to partner with them as they pursue growth and healing.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFirst responder issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Willow Whitehouse-Briggs have?

Willow Whitehouse-Briggs has 35 years of professional experience.

Is Willow Whitehouse-Briggs a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCPC credential. License details: ME LCPC CC824.

In which languages does Willow Whitehouse-Briggs provide therapy?

Willow Whitehouse-Briggs provides therapy in English.

Where is Willow Whitehouse-Briggs located?

Willow Whitehouse-Briggs is located in Maine.

How can I work with Willow Whitehouse-Briggs as my therapist?

You can work with Willow Whitehouse-Briggs through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Willow Whitehouse-Briggs work with international clients?

Willow Whitehouse-Briggs does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Willow Whitehouse-Briggs cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Willow commonly draws from Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to tailor support to each person’s needs. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people form more secure connections and healthier emotional responses. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and listening so the client feels understood and can lead the pace and focus of change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, stress, and mood concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Willow works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit best based on their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She adapts techniques over time to align with what proves most helpful.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility for clients in Maine and beyond who can work with her by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and mobility needs, while allowing continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult. Many clients find that remote sessions provide consistent, accessible support that integrates well with daily life.

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