At Psychology Specialists of Maine, we believe exceptional client care begins with exceptional training.
Founded to foster a culture of learning, mentorship, and clinical excellence, our Center for Education & Training serves mental health professionals across Maine through advanced training programs, consultation groups, continuing education, and workforce development initiatives.
Under the leadership of Joel Guarna, Ph.D., Director of Education & Training, our mission is to strengthen Maine's mental health workforce by providing high-quality education, specialized clinical training, and opportunities for professional growth at every stage of a clinician's career.
Training the Next Generation of Mental Health Professionals
Our training programs are designed to support clinicians from graduate training through advanced specialization.
Programs include:
APPIC-member Postdoctoral Residency Program in Psychology
Predoctoral externship and advanced clinical training opportunities
Clinical supervision, mentorship, and consultation
Through these programs, we are helping to attract, train, and retain highly skilled mental health professionals in Maine.
Continuing Education & Professional Development
In addition to our formal training programs, we provide ongoing education for both Psychology Specialists of Maine clinicians and the broader mental health community.
Offerings include:
Continuing education workshops and webinars
Monthly Lunch & Learn programs
Quarterly advanced clinical training webinars
Specialized consultation groups
Specialized Expertise
Our psychologists, psychiatrists, and clinical specialists provide training and consultation in a wide range of evidence-based treatment approaches and specialty areas.
Current consultation and training opportunities include:
Prolonged Grief Therapy (PGT)
Trauma-informed and PTSD treatment (CPT and PE)
Evidence-based psychotherapy approaches
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a thriving community of highly skilled mental health professionals dedicated to lifelong learning, clinical excellence, and improving access to quality mental health care throughout Maine.
By investing in education, mentorship, and professional development, we aim to strengthen both the clinicians we train and the communities they serve.