Annette Nelligan, LCPC, LMFT

Annette Nelligan brings 30 years of professional experience to her therapy practice in Maine. As an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) and an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), she combines training in counseling and family systems to help individuals and families navigate relationship struggles, family conflict, motivation challenges, and issues with self-esteem and confidence.

Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can express thoughts and feelings honestly. She supports people facing life transitions and offers practical guidance for coping with change, along with attention to concerns such as attachment patterns, communication difficulties, and compassion fatigue. Clients seeking clarity around life purpose, workplace stress, mood concerns, social anxiety, or relationship transitions such as separation or divorce will find focused support.

Recognizing that reaching out for help requires courage, Annette works collaboratively with each person to set goals and build skills that lead to a more fulfilling life. She aims to be a steady, supportive partner in the process of change, helping clients move toward greater confidence, healthier relationships, and improved coping over time.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Online Relationship and Family Work

Annette draws on evidence-based techniques that focus on attachment patterns and relational dynamics, helping clients understand how early and current relationship experiences shape reactions and expectations. This work is useful for people dealing with attachment issues, communication problems, or recurring conflict in partnerships and families.

She also uses skills-based approaches to strengthen communication and problem-solving - teaching practical strategies for clearer expression, active listening, and conflict resolution. These methods are aimed at improving day-to-day interactions and rebuilding trust in relationships.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Annette works with each person to tailor techniques to their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Annette is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or to connect from different locations. These options increase flexibility and accessibility while allowing licensed professionals to provide consistent, ongoing support for relationship, family, and life-change concerns.