Kortnie Sanchez, LCPC-C

About Me

I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely seen, understood, and accepted for who you are. My goal is to create a warm, collaborative, and affirming space where you can explore life's challenges, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.

As a neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ clinician, I understand that many people have spent years feeling misunderstood or trying to fit into expectations that never felt quite right. I strive to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that honors your unique experiences, values, and goals rather than asking you to fit someone else's definition of success or wellness.

My Practice

I work with adults navigating a wide range of life challenges, with a particular passion for supporting individuals with ADHD, autism, and other forms of neurodivergence. Whether you've recently been diagnosed, have suspected you may be neurodivergent for years, or simply want to better understand how your brain works, I aim to provide a space where you feel understood rather than judged.

I also enjoy working with LGBTQIA+ adults, individuals exploring identity, and people navigating life transitions, burnout, anxiety, emotional regulation, and relationship challenges.

My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and neurodiversity-affirming. I draw from evidence-based therapies while recognizing that every person is different. Together, we'll identify practical strategies that work for your life while also building greater self-awareness, self-compassion, emotional regulation, and resilience. When it fits your goals, I incorporate mindfulness-based approaches to help you better understand yourself and create lasting change.

Areas of Focus

• Adult ADHD

• Autism

• Neurodiversity-affirming therapy

• LGBTQIA+ affirming counseling

• Executive functioning challenges

• Burnout and chronic stress

• Anxiety

• Emotional regulation

• Identity exploration

• Life transitions

• Mindfulness-based therapy

Education & Background

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Washington

• Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern New Hampshire University

My clinical experience includes crisis intervention, community mental health, child welfare, and outpatient counseling. Throughout my training, I've worked with individuals experiencing complex mental health concerns and life challenges, helping them build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and move toward lives that feel authentic and fulfilling.

As a Resident Therapist in Psychology Specialists of Maine's Center for Neurodiversity, I continue to receive advanced supervision and training while providing evidence-based therapy for adults seeking support with ADHD, autism, neurodivergence, and related concerns.