Deborah L. LaPoint, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care across the lifespan. She currently serves as a Psychotherapist and brings over three decades of experience in mental health, addiction recovery, and social services. Deborah earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Maine, Orono, and has been licensed as an LCSW since 2008. Throughout her career, she has held roles ranging from clinical supervisor to agency co-owner, working across outpatient, residential, crisis stabilization, and community-based settings.

Deborah has developed expertise in treating a wide range of clinical concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, adjustment disorders, and co-occurring substance use issues. She incorporates evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions. She has worked extensively with older adults, families, adolescents, and individuals facing complex behavioral and emotional challenges. Her work in addiction recovery, parenting programs, and trauma-informed care reflects her commitment to holistic, client-centered treatment.

Deborah’s approach is grounded in empathy, integrity, and respect for each individual’s story. She believes in fostering strong therapeutic relationships and collaborative care with clients and their families. Her decades of hands-on experience, paired with her clinical training and leadership in the field, enable her to support the emotional well-being and personal growth of the clients she serves.